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Amber Alert Program Technology
This report discusses provisions in the National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004 to test Amber Alert network technology for use in expanding the Emergency Alert System (EAS). The Amber Alert network utilizes a combination of technologies, such as highway messages boards, the Internet, and text messaging, to ensure the swift recovery of abducted children.
Date:
May 18, 2005
Creator:
Moore, Linda K.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Amtrak: Budget and Reauthorizaton
The report discusses the most recent developments, Backgrounds and Analysis, Federal Oversight of Amtrak, Finances, Congressional Hearing, Reports and Documents.
Date:
May 3, 2005
Creator:
Peterman, David Randall & Harrison, Glennn J.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Assistance to Firefighters Program
This report describes The Assistance to Firefighters Program, or FIRE Act.
Date:
May 19, 2005
Creator:
Kruger, Lennard G.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Clean Interstate Rule: Review and Analysis
This report discusses about Clean Air Interstate Rule. It is categorized into Five categories (I) Overview, (II) Background, (III) The Rule, (IV) Issues and (V) Conclusion.
Date:
May 20, 2005
Creator:
Parker, Larry
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Congressional Authority Over the Federal Courts
This report examines Congress' legislative authority with respect to the Judicial Branch. While Congress has broad power to regulate the structure, administration and jurisdiction of the courts, its powers are limited by precepts of due process, equal protection and separation of powers.
Date:
May 16, 2005
Creator:
Bazan, Elizabeth B.; Killian, Johnny H. & Thomas, Kenneth R.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Current Economic Conditions and Selected Forecasts
U.S. real GDP growth has been positive for 14 consecutive quarters, and the economy is considered to be in an "expansion" phase. As of the first quarter of 2005, real or inflation-adjusted growth was nearly 12% above its previous high near the end of the 1991-2001 expansion. This report contains information on current economic conditions, the posture of fiscal and monetary policy, economic forecasts, and related information.
Date:
May 19, 2005
Creator:
Makinen, Gail E.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Data Brokers: Background and Industry Overview
This report provides an overview of the data brokerage industry and more specific background on LexisNexis and ChoicePoint.
Date:
May 5, 2005
Creator:
Brooks, Nathan
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Effective Dates of the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act
None
Date:
May 3, 2005
Creator:
Jeweler, Robin
System:
The UNT Digital Library
EPAs Proposed Policy on Wastewater Blending: Background and Issues
This report provides background on blending, why and how it is practiced, the proposed policy that EPA now says it will not finalize, associated issues, and Congressional interest in the topic.
Date:
May 24, 2005
Creator:
Copeland, Claudia
System:
The UNT Digital Library
European Union Enlargement
On May 1, 2004, 10 states joined the European Union (EU), enlarging the Union to 25 members. The EU views the enlargement process as an historic opportunity to promote stability in Europe and further the integration of the continent by peaceful means. In addition to the 10 new members (Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Slovakia, and Slovenia), three other states — Bulgaria, Romania, and Croatia — hope to accede to the EU by 2007. Turkey is also a candidate and is expected to begin accession negotiations in 2005. Macedonia has also applied for EU membership.
Date:
May 2, 2005
Creator:
Archick, Kristin
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Expanded Access to Financial Services Act
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Date:
May 18, 2005
Creator:
Smale, Pauline
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Fair Labor Standards Act: A Historical Sketch of the Overtime Pay Requirements of Section 13(a)(1)
None
Date:
May 9, 2005
Creator:
Whittaker, William G.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Federal Farm Promotion (“Check-Off”) Programs
None
Date:
May 24, 2005
Creator:
Becker, Geoffrey S.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Federal Farm Promotion ("Check-Off") Programs
This report discusses the so-called beef check-off program, one of a number of generic promotion programs for beef and other agricultural products that Congress has authorized in recent decades. Supporters view check-offs as economically beneficial self-help activities that need minimal government involvement or taxpayer funding. Producers, handlers, and/or importers are required to pay an assessment, usually deducted from revenue at time of sale — thus the name check-off. However, some farmers contend they are being “taxed” for advertising and related activities they would not underwrite voluntarily.
Date:
May 24, 2005
Creator:
Becker, Geoffrey S.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Federal Networking and Information Technology Research and Development Program: Funding Issues and Activities
This report discusses federal funding for IT research and development. Proponents assert that federal support of IT R&D has produced positive outcomes for the country and played a crucial role in supporting long-term research into fundamental aspects of computing. Critics assert that the government, through its funding mechanisms, may be picking “winners and losers” in technological development, a role more properly residing with the private sector.
Date:
May 2, 2005
Creator:
Moloney Figliola, Patricia
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Federal Networking and Information Technology Research and Development Program: Funding Issues and Activities
None
Date:
May 18, 2005
Creator:
Figliola, Patricia Moloney
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Federal-State Maritime Boundary Issues
None
Date:
May 5, 2005
Creator:
Welles, Laura K.; Flynn, Aaron M. & Buck, Eugene H.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Amendments: 109th Congress
None
Date:
May 16, 2005
Creator:
Relyea, Harold C.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Freedom of Speech and Press: Exceptions to the First Amendment
This report provides an overview of the major exceptions to the First Amendment.
Date:
May 24, 2005
Creator:
Cohen, Henry
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Government-Sposored Enterprises (GSEs): Regulatory Reform Legislation
This report summarizes legislative proposals in the 109th Congress that aim to strengthen the regulation of the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs), and will be updated as warranted.
Date:
May 26, 2005
Creator:
Jickling, Mark
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Hill-Burton Uncompensated Services Program
This report provides information on the Hospital Survey and Construction Act of 1946, commonly known as the Hill-Burton Act, which was enacted to provide federal financial assistance for the planning, construction, and improvement of health care facilities through grants, loans, and guaranteed loans under Title VI and later Title XVI of the Public Health Service Act. The report also covers the obligations and eligibility requirements for free care, and sources for further information
Date:
May 23, 2005
Creator:
Coleman, Sharon Kearney
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Homeland Security Department: FY2006 Appropriations
This report is a guide to one of the regular appropriations bills that Congress considers each year.
Date:
May 16, 2005
Creator:
Lake, Jennifer E. & Nuñez-Neto, Blas
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Homosexuality and the Constitution: A Legal Analysis of the Supreme Court Ruling in Lawrence v. Texas
This report provides an overview of the Supreme Court's opinion in Lawrence v. Texas, coupled with a discussion of its implications for future cases involving gay rights in general and same-sex marriage in particular.
Date:
May 26, 2005
Creator:
Feder, Jody
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Housing Issues in the 109th Congress
This report discusses the budget request for the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), which would be a decrease of $2.8 billion, or almost 9%, from FY2005.
Date:
May 4, 2005
Creator:
Bourdon, E. Richard; Foote, Bruce E.; McCarty, Maggie; Boyd, Eugene & Jackson, Pamela J.
System:
The UNT Digital Library