Some other new reports of the Congressional Research Service that have not been made readily available to the public include the following (all pdf).
“Enemy Combatant Detainees: Habeas Corpus Challenges in Federal Court,” updated June 26, 2007.
“Defense Procurement: Full Funding Policy — Background, Issues, and Options for Congress,” updated June 15, 2007.
“Data Mining and Homeland Security: An Overview,” updated June 5, 2007.
“Coast Guard Deepwater Program: Background, Oversight Issues, and Options for Congress,” updated June 22, 2007.
“Recess Appointments Made by President George W. Bush, January 20, 2001-June 4, 2007,” updated June 14, 2007.
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