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The Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW): Congressional Issues
This report provides an overview of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) and describes its background, objectives, and structure, including the role of the Convention's monitoring body, the CEDAW Committee. It examines U.S. policy and issues in the U.S. ratification debate, including the Convention's possible impact on U.S. sovereignty, its effectiveness in combating discrimination, and its role as an instrument of U.S. foreign policy.
Date:
October 28, 2008
Creator:
Blanchfield, Luisa
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Retirement Benefits for Members of Congress
This report discusses the Civil Service Retirement Act of 1920 (P.L. 66-215) that established a pension system for federal employees in the executive branch of government.
Date:
October 28, 2008
Creator:
Purcell, Patrick
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Specialty Metal Provision and the Berry Amendment: Issues for Congress
This report examines the specialty metal provision which was originally part of the Berry Amendment, the potential oversight issues for Congress, and options that Congress may wish to consider.
Date:
October 28, 2008
Creator:
Bailey Grasso, Valerie
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Assistance to Firefighters Program: Distribution of Fire Grant Funding
This report describes The Assistance to Firefighters Program, specifically assistance to the grant program, grants, and appropriations.
Date:
October 28, 2008
Creator:
Kruger, Lennard G.
System:
The UNT Digital Library