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Congressional Commissions: Costs and Cost-Saving Strategies
This report discusses the congressional commissions, which are temporary advisory bodies, usually established by statute, that provide independent advice to Congress, make recommendations for changes in public policy, study or investigate a particular problem or event, or perform a specific duty.
Date:
December 19, 2014
Creator:
Glassman, Matthew E.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Congressional Oversight Manual
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) developed the Congressional Oversight Manual over 30 years ago. Over the years, CRS has assisted many Members, committees, party leaders, and staff aides in the performance of the oversight function: the review, monitoring, and supervision of the implementation of public policy.
Date:
December 19, 2014
Creator:
Dolan, Alissa M.; Halchin, Elaine; Garvey, Todd; Oleszek, Walter J. & Ginsberg, Wendy
System:
The UNT Digital Library
DHS Headquarters Consolidation Project: Issues for Congress
The purpose of this report is to outline the policy considerations to be evaluated in deciding whether to continue funding the consideration of the remaining DHS headquarters functions at St. Elizabeth's, and to explore some of the benefits and consequences of several possible ways forward.
Date:
December 19, 2014
Creator:
Painter, William L.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
FY2015 Department of Housing and Urban Development Appropriations: Fact Sheet
None
Date:
December 19, 2014
Creator:
Perl, Libby; Jones, Katie & McCarty, Maggie
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Global Health Security Agenda and International Health Regulations
None
Date:
December 19, 2014
Creator:
Salaam-Blyther, Tiaji
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Latin America and the Caribbean: Key Issues for the 113th Congress. December 2014
This report provides an overview of U.S. policy toward Latin America and the Caribbean during the 113th Congress, including the Obama Administration's priorities.
Date:
December 19, 2014
Creator:
Sullivan, Mark P.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Navy Virginia (SSN-774) Class Attack Submarine Procurement: Background and Issues for Congress
This report provides background information and issues for Congress on the Virginia-class nuclear-powered attack submarine (SSN) program. The Navy's proposed FY2015 budget requests $5,883.6 million in procurement, advance procurement (AP), and Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) funding for the program. Decisions that Congress makes on procurement of Virginia-class boats could substantially affect U.S. Navy capabilities and funding requirements, and the U.S. shipbuilding industrial base.
Date:
December 19, 2014
Creator:
O'Rourke, Ronald
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Premium Tax Credits and Federal Health Insurance Exchanges: Questions and Answers
Legal challenges that may have a substantial impact on the implementation and operation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) concern whether premium tax credits are available for millions of individuals participating in federally administered health insurance exchanges. The Supreme Court has decided to weigh in on this issue in King v. Burwell. This report provides background on provisions of ACA relevant to this issue. It then answers questions concerning the legal challenges and potential implications of the Court's decision in King.
Date:
December 19, 2014
Creator:
Staman, Jennifer A.; Lunder, Erika K. & Shedd, Daniel T.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Senate Committees: Categories and Rules for Committee Assignments
This report outlines information about the senate Rule XXV and party conference rules that address committee assignments.
Date:
December 19, 2014
Creator:
Schneider, Judy
System:
The UNT Digital Library