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U.S. Postal Service: Background and Analysis of H.R. 2309 and S. 1789 in the 112th Congress
This report looks at how the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has taken steps to save money. It also covers how bills H.R. 2309 and S. 1789 include major reforms, such as reductions in service, expansion of the USPS's authority to provide products and services, and alterations to the postal employees pension and healthcare plans.
Date:
July 9, 2012
Creator:
Kosar, Kevin R.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Endangered Species Act (ESA) in the 112th Congress: Conflicting Values and Difficult Choices
The Endangered Species Act has been one of the more contentious environmental laws. This may stem from its strict substantive provisions, which can affect the use of both federal and nonfederal lands and resources. This report discusses oversight issues and legislation introduced in the 112th Congress to address Endangered Species Act implementation and management of endangered and threatened species.
Date:
May 9, 2012
Creator:
Buck, Eugene H.; Corn, M. Lynne; Alexander, Kristina; Sheikh, Pervaze A. & Meltz, Robert
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Food Safety Issues for the 112th Congress
This report discusses about Food Safety Incidents, Existing Food Safety Legal and Regulatory Landscape, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, and Key Issues for the 112th Congress
Date:
January 9, 2012
Creator:
Johnson, Renée
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization: An Overview of Legislative Action in the 112th Congress
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Date:
August 9, 2011
Creator:
Elias, Bart
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Membership of the 112th Congress: A Profile
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Date:
May 9, 2011
Creator:
unknown
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Economic Development Administration: Reauthorization and Funding Issues in the 112th Congress
This report discusses the re authorization of EDA and its programs that will take place within the context of more prominent policy debates regarding efforts to reduce federal spending to address growing budget deficits and the national debts.
Date:
January 9, 2012
Creator:
Boyd, Eugene
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Patent Reform in the 112th Congress: Innovation Issues
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Date:
March 9, 2011
Creator:
unknown
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Water Quality Issues in the 112th Congress: Oversight and Implementation
This report discusses water quality legislation. A number of Clean Water Act issues have been the subject of congressional oversight and legislation, including the environmental and economic impacts of Chesapeake Bay restoration efforts, federal promulgation of water quality standards in Florida, regulation of surface coal mining activities in Appalachia, and other CWA regulatory actions. Congressional interest in several of these issues has been reflected in debate over policy provisions of legislation providing FY2012 appropriations for EPA (P.L. 112-74).
Date:
April 9, 2012
Creator:
Copeland, Claudia
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Presidential Appointments, the Senate's Confirmation Process, and Changes Made in the 112th Congress
This report provides information on presidential appointments in the executive and judicial branch including a brief background on advice and consent issues, an overview of the appointment process in both the executive and legislative branches, and a brief discussion of recent concerns about the system. Also, the report explores the events in the 112th Congress leading up to the introduction and passage of two measures purported to make the appointment process easier and quicker, and it concludes with an analysis of the two measures.
Date:
October 9, 2012
Creator:
Carey, Maeve P.
System:
The UNT Digital Library