Some recently updated reports of the Congressional Research Service that have not been made readily available to the public include the following (all pdf).
“Congressional Oversight Manual,” updated May 1, 2007.
“China and Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction and Missiles: Policy Issues,” updated May 9, 2007.
“Sea-Based Ballistic Missile Defense — Background and Issues for Congress,” updated April 27, 2007.
“Freedom of Speech and Press: Exceptions to the First Amendment,” updated April 26, 2007.
“The Military Commissions Act of 2006: Analysis of Procedural Rules and Comparison with Previous DOD Rules and the Uniform Code of Military Justice,” updated January 26, 2007.
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