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The U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Agreement: Background and Issues
This report discusses the proposed U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) signed November 22, 2006, which has not yet been approved by Congress. It includes an overview of the proposed CFTA and U.S.-Colombia trade, background on Colombia, issues for Congress to consider, Colombia's plan to improve labor rights, and the actions that Colombia has already taken to improve violence, labor, and human rights within the country.
Date:
February 14, 2014
Creator:
Villarreal, M. Angeles
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Education Sciences Reform Act
This report discusses the Education Sciences Reform Act (ESRA, Title I of P.L. 107-279) that established the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) as an independent research arm of the Department of Education (ED).
Date:
February 14, 2014
Creator:
Kuenzi, Jeffrey J. & Stoll, Adam
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Changes in the Arctic: Background and Issues for Congress
This report provides an overview of Arctic-related issues for Congress and refers readers to more in-depth CRS reports on specific relevant topics.
Date:
February 14, 2014
Creator:
O'Rourke, Ronald
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Defense Production Act of 1950: History, Authorities, and Reauthorization
This report examines some of the history of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (DPA), focusing primarily on its creation and most recent legislative reauthorization. It also discusses the foremost active authorities of the DPA.
Date:
June 14, 2013
Creator:
Brown, Jared T. & Else, Daniel H.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
State Government Fiscal Stress and Federal Assistance
This report examines the current status of state fiscal conditions and the role of federal assistance in state budgets. It begins with an overview of state budgeting procedures and then provides budgetary data comparing state fiscal conditions in FY2008 to FY2013. This report concludes with an assessment of the consequences current levels of state fiscal stress may have for the 113th Congress.
Date:
February 14, 2014
Creator:
Dilger, Robert Jay
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Temporary Protected Status: Current Immigration Policy and Issues
This report is a brief overview of current policies regarding temporatry protected status (TPS), which is relief from removal under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). It includes information about humanitarian migrants, temporary protected status, other blanket forms of relief, nationalities receiving protections, and issues with TPS, as well as recent legislation.
Date:
January 14, 2014
Creator:
Wasem, Ruth Ellen & Ester, Karma
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB): A Legal Analysis
This report provides an overview of the regulatory structure of consumer finance under existing federal law before the Dodd-Frank Act went into effect, and examines arguments for modifying the regime in order to more effectively regulate consumer financial markets. It then analyzes how the CFP Act changes the legal structure, with a focus on the Bureau's organization; the entities and activities that fall (and do not fall) under the Bureau's supervisory, enforcement, and rulemaking authorities; the Bureau's general and specific rulemaking powers and procedures; and the Bureau's funding.
Date:
January 14, 2014
Creator:
Carpenter, David H.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
U.S. Strategic Nuclear Forces: Background, Developments, and Issues
Report that reviews the ongoing programs that will affect the expected size and shape of the U.S. strategic nuclear force structure.
Date:
June 14, 2013
Creator:
Woolf, Amy F.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Executive Order 13438: Blocking Property of Certain Persons Who Threaten Stabilization Efforts in Iraq
Report that provides a brief history of the development of presidential powers in peacetime. It discusses some of the issues that might be raised in light of the contrast between the executive order's broad language and its narrow aim. It examines the reach of the executive order and provides legal analyses of some of the constitutional questions raised in the courts by similar sanctions programs.
Date:
January 14, 2011
Creator:
Murphy, M. Maureen
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Potential Trade Effects of Adding Vietnam to the Generalized System of Preferences Program
Report that looks at the effects of adding Vietnam to the U.S. Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) as a "developing country."
Date:
August 14, 2012
Creator:
Jones, Vivian C. & Martin, Michael F.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Military Uniform Procurement: Questions and Answers
Report that concerning how military uniforms are procured, legal authority for procurement, military uniform vendors, and new initiatives affecting uniform procurement.
Date:
January 14, 2011
Creator:
Grasso, Valerie Bailey
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Workforce Investment Act and the One-Stop Delivery System
Report that provides details of WIA Title I state formula program structure, services, allocation formulas, and performance accountability. In addition, it provides a program overview for national grant programs.
Date:
June 14, 2013
Creator:
Bradley, David H.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Financial Services and General Government (FSGG): FY2011 Appropriations
Report discussing the Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) Fiscal Year 2011 appropriations bill, which includes funding for the Department of the Treasury, the Executive Office of the President (EOP), the judiciary, the District of Columbia, and 26 independent agencies, including the Small Business Administration and the United States Postal Service.
Date:
January 14, 2011
Creator:
Hatch, Garrett
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Trade Preferences: Economic Issues and Policy Options
Report discussing programs designed to foster growth in less developed countries, the major U. S. trade preference programs, their possible economic effects, stakeholder interests, and legislative options.
Date:
November 14, 2012
Creator:
Jones, Vivian C.; Hornbeck, J. F. & Villarreal, M. Angeles
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Army's Ground Combat Vehicle (GCV) Program: Background and Issues for Congress
Report that looks at the history and current need for a Ground Combat Vehicle (GCV) program. Potential issues for Congress include the role and need for the GCV in a downsized Army that will likely have fewer heavy brigade combat teams (HBCTs).
Date:
June 14, 2013
Creator:
Feickert, Andrew
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Government Assistance for AIG: Summary and Cost
Report that discusses the American International Group (AIG), which was the largest direct recipient of government financial assistance during the recent financial crisis.
Date:
August 14, 2013
Creator:
Webel, Baird
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The 2013 Farm Bill: A Comparison of the Senate-Passed Bill (S. 954) and House- Reported Bill (H.R. 1947) with Current Law
Report that provides a side-by-side comparison of every provision in the House Agriculture Committee-reported and Senate-passed farm bills with each other and with current law or policy, as amended and extended by the fiscal cliff bill.
Date:
June 14, 2013
Creator:
Chite, Ralph M.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Telecommunications and Media Convergence: Selected Issues for Consideration
This report provides an overview of selected topics that provide a broad overview of issues that are central to the telecommunications/media convergence debate.
Date:
August 14, 2013
Creator:
Gilroy, Angele A.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Veterans' Medical Care: FY2014 Appropriations
This report focuses on funding for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). The VHA is primarily a direct service provider of primary care, specialized care, and related medical and social support services to veterans through the nation's largest integrated health care system. Eligibility for VA health care is based primarily on previous military service, disability, and income.
Date:
August 14, 2013
Creator:
Panangala, S. V.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program
This report discusses the Small Business Innovation Development Act (P.L. 97-219. The report also discusses the program's extensions and reauthorization activity over the years.
Date:
November 14, 2012
Creator:
Schacht, Wendy H.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Navy Nuclear Aircraft Carrier (CVN) Homeporting at Mayport: Background and Issues for Congress
This report provides background information and issues for Congress on the Navy's proposal to homeport a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier (CVN) at Mayport, Florida. Economic and homeland security concerns are discussed.
Date:
January 14, 2011
Creator:
O'Rourke, Ronald
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Biomass: Comparison of Definitions in Legislation Through the 112th Congress
Report discussing the use of biomass, its legislative history, and the proposed redefinition of biomass in legislation.
Date:
November 14, 2012
Creator:
Bracmort, Kelsi
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Sending Mail to Members of the Armed Forces at Reduced or Free Postage: An Overview
This report looks the background, and current methods of, sending mail to troops serving overseas via subsidized postage.
Date:
January 14, 2011
Creator:
Kosar, Kevin R.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
U.S.-China Relations: Policy Issues
Report that contains an overview of the U.S.-China relationship, recent developments in the relationship, Obama Administration policy toward China, and a summary of legislation related to China in the 113th and 112th Congresses.
Date:
June 14, 2013
Creator:
Lawrence, Susan V.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library