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Political Parties in the Philippines
This report discusses the two-party stem of the Philippines republic; NP and LP party structure, Np and LP party programs, its strength and discusses U.S - Philippine relations.
Date:
April 22, 1968
Creator:
Colwell, Carolyn K.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Achievements of and Outlook for Sanctions on Iran
This report analyzes the effect that sanctions have had in contributing to the achievement of U.S. objectives on Iran and analyzes several scenarios that might affect whether sanctions are eased or increased, or that might affect the effectiveness of the sanctions. It briefly reviews the imposition of sanctions, both by the United States and the international community, and discusses their stated objectives.
Date:
April 22, 2014
Creator:
Katzman, Kenneth
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Target Data Breach: Frequently Asked Questions
This report answers some frequently asked questions about the Target (store) data breach, including what is known to have happened in the breach, and what costs may result. It also examines some of the broader issues common to data breaches, including how the payment system works, how cybersecurity costs are shared and allocated within the payment system, who bears the losses in such breaches more generally, what emerging cybersecurity technologies may help prevent them, and what role the government could play in encouraging their adoption, as well as some of the legislation that the 113th Congress has introduced to deal with these issues.
Date:
April 22, 2014
Creator:
Weiss, N. E. & Miller, Rena S.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Long-Term Services and Supports: In Brief
This report provides an overview of long-term services and supports (LTSS) -- a component of personal health care -- including information in response to the following questions: What is LTSS? Who needs LTSS? Who provides LTSS? How much does LTSS cost?
Date:
April 22, 2014
Creator:
Colello, Kirsten J.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
U.S.-Taiwan Relationship: Overview of Policy Issues
This report is a succinct overview of the U.S.-Taiwan relationship including an analysis of issues. For decades, Taiwan has been of significant security, economic, and political interest to the United States. While the United States does not diplomatically recognize Taiwan, it is a significant autonomous actor in the world.
Date:
April 22, 2014
Creator:
Kan, Shirley A. & Morrison, Wayne M.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Nuclear Cooperation with Other Countries: A Primer
This report discusses section 123 of the Atomic Energy Act (AEA), the specific requirements of which must be met in order for the United States to engage in civilian nuclear cooperation with other states. The AEA also provides for exemptions to these requirements, export control licensing procedures, and criteria for terminating cooperation.
Date:
April 22, 2011
Creator:
Kerr, Paul K. & Nikitin, Mary Beth
System:
The UNT Digital Library
China Naval Modernization: Implications for U.S. Navy Capabilities-Background and Issues for Congress
The report discusses the question of how the United States should respond to China's military modernization effort, including its naval modernization effort, that has emerged as a key issue in U.S. defense planning. Admiral Michael Mullen, the Chairman of the Joints Chiefs of Staff, stated in June 2010 that "I have moved from being curious to being genuinely concerned" about China's military programs. The question of how the United States should respond to China's military modernization effort is of particular importance to the U.S. Navy, because many U.S. military programs for countering improved Chinese military forces would fall within the Navy's budget.
Date:
April 22, 2011
Creator:
O'Rourke, Ronald
System:
The UNT Digital Library
U.S. Assistance Programs in China
This report examines U.S. foreign assistance activities in the People's Republic of China (PRC), including U.S. Department of State and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) programming, foreign operations appropriations, policy history, and legislative background. International programs supported by U.S. departments and agencies other than the Department of State and USAID are not covered in this report.
Date:
April 22, 2011
Creator:
Lum, Thomas
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Panama: Political and Economic Conditions and U.S. Relations
This report discusses the current political and economic conditions in the country of Panama, which has made notable political and economic progress since the 1989 U.S. military intervention that ousted the regime of General Manuel Noriega from power. The United States has close relations with Panama, stemming in large part from the extensive linkages developed when the canal was under U.S. control. This report describes the U.S.-Panama relationship at length, including trade relations.
Date:
April 22, 2011
Creator:
Sullivan, Mark P.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Summary of Provisions of the economic opportunity act of 1964, as amended, and amounts authorized and appropriated for the office of economic opportunity
This report
Date:
April 22, 1970
Creator:
Zachariasen, Ellen
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Dispute Settlement in the World Trade Organization: An Overview
This report provides an overview about the Dispute Settlement in the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Date:
April 22, 2008
Creator:
Grimmett, Jeanne J.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Drought in the United States: Causes and Issues for Congress
This report provides information about the Causes and Issues for Congress on Drought in the United States. Drought has extended across two-thirds of the United States and had adversely affected agricultural producers.
Date:
April 22, 2013
Creator:
Folger, Peter; Cody, Betsy A. & Carter, Nicole T.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Export Tax Benefits and the WTO: Foreign Sales Corporations and the Extraterritorial Replacement Provisions
None
Date:
April 22, 2003
Creator:
Brumbaugh, David L.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Preparation for Senate Committee Markup
This report outlines a Markup, which is the legislative stage during which a committee chooses the language of a measure it expects to report to the Senate. Markups are carefully planned in advance to insure that the requirements of Senate rules have been met, political decisions have been made, and administrative issues have been addressed.
Date:
April 22, 2003
Creator:
Carr, Thomas P.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Armed Conflict in Syria: U.S. and International Response
The popular-uprising-turned-armed-rebellion in Syria has entered its third year, and seems poised to continue, with the government and a bewildering array of militias locked in a bloody struggle of attrition. U.S. officials and many analysts believe that Asad and his supporters will ultimately be forced from power, but few offer specific, credible timetables for a resolution to the crisis. This report examines the current status of the conflict and discusses future policy considerations.
Date:
April 22, 2013
Creator:
Sharp, Jeremy M. & Blanchard, Christopher M.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The HUD Homeless Assistance Grants: Programs Authorized by the HEARTH Act
This report discusses the Homeless Assistance Grants, administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The composition of the Homeless Assistance Grants changed when Congress enacted the Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing (HEARTH) Act as part of the Helping Families Save Their Homes Act in the 111th Congress (P.L. 111-22).
Date:
April 22, 2015
Creator:
Perl, Libby
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Coordination of Federal Water Research: Legislative Issues
This report discusses the National Water Research and Development initiative Act of 2009, that would formally establish a federal inter agency committee to coordinate federal water research. It also discusses water research coordination and strategy.
Date:
April 22, 2009
Creator:
Carter, Nicole T.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Department of Homeland Security Appropriations: A Summary of Congressional Action for FY2013
This report discusses the funding for all components and functions of DHS such as Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE), the transportation security administration (TSA), Coast Guard (USCG) etc.
Date:
April 22, 2013
Creator:
Painter, William
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Crop Insurance Provisions in the 2014 Farm Bill (P.L. 113-79)
This report discusses the enacted 2014 farm bill that enhances the federal crop insurance program by expanding its scope, covering a greater share of farm losses, and making other modification that broaden policy coverage.
Date:
April 22, 2014
Creator:
Shields, Dennis A.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Endangered Species Act (ESA) in the 109th Congress: Conflicting Values and Difficult Choices
None
Date:
April 22, 2005
Creator:
Buck, Eugene H.; Corn, M. Lynne; Sheikh, Pervaze A.; Baldwin, Pamela & Meltz, Robert
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Saudi Arabia: Background and U.S. Relations
This report discusses the kingdom of Saudi Arabia's relations with the United States; its stability, and its future trajectory are subjects of continuing congressional interest.
Date:
April 22, 2016
Creator:
Blanchard, Christopher M.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Protection of Trade Secrets: Overview of Current Law and Legislation
This report provides an overview of existing federal, state, and international laws governing trade secret protection, describes the limitations of these legal regimes, and reviews pending legislation, the Defend Trade Secrets Act (S. 1890), that is intended to address such deficiencies.
Date:
April 22, 2016
Creator:
Yeh, Brian T.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Department of Education Funding: Key Concepts and FAQ
Analyzing the U.S. Department of Education's (ED) budget requires an understanding of a broad range of federal budget and appropriations concepts. This report provides an introduction to these concepts as they are used specifically in the context of the congressional appropriations process for ED.
Date:
April 22, 2016
Creator:
Gonzalez, Heather B. & Tollestrup, Jessica
System:
The UNT Digital Library
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa
This report includes a discussion of the EB-5 visa's requirements and an overview of the Regional Center Program, information on the EB-5 application (petition) process, admissions, and the economic impacts of the visa, a review of policy issues surrounding the visa and the Regional Center Program, and a summary of current legislation on the EB-5 visa and the Regional Center Program in the 114th Congress.
Date:
April 22, 2016
Creator:
Argueta, Carla N. & Siskin, Alison
System:
The UNT Digital Library