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Economic Impact of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma
This report discusses the economic impact of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma in affected areas and to the U.S. economy as a whole.
Date:
October 2, 2017
Creator:
Stupak, Jeffrey M.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Natural Disasters of 2017: Congressional Considerations Related to FEMA Assistance
This report provides a short overview of issues Congress may consider in its oversight of the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA's) federal assistance during the 2017 hurricane season (e.g., Harvey, Irma, and Maria) and other disasters (e.g., fires in California).
Date:
November 2, 2017
Creator:
Brown, Jared T.; Horn, Diane P.; Painter, William L. & Reese, Shawn
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Yemen: Cholera Outbreak
This report discusses the cholera outbreak in Yemen that began in October 2016 due to the breakdown of sanitation systems caused by the ongoing civil war. A brief description of cholera is given along with current conditions in Yemen for healthcare, and past humanitarian aid efforts by the U.S. and the U.N.
Date:
August 2, 2017
Creator:
Sharp, Jeremy M. & Salaam-Blyther, Tiaji
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Private Flood Insurance and the National Flood Insurance Program
This report discuses the National Flood Insurance Program and private flood insurance which meets federal guidelines in Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA). Related legislation in the 115th Congress and options for privatizing flood insurance are also discussed.
Date:
June 2, 2017
Creator:
Webel, Baird & Horn, Diane P.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Transport Agencies Withdraw Proposed Sleep Apnea Rules
This report discusses the withdrawing of a proposed rule by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) that would have required long-haul truck drivers and railroad engineers to be screened for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The risks of OSA, current regulations and safety requirements, and recent accidents involving drivers with OSA are also discussed.
Date:
October 2, 2017
Creator:
Peterman, David Randall
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Trade Implications of the President's Buy American Executive Order
This report discusses President Trump's April 18, 2017 Executive Order on Buy American and Hire American and its implications for U.S. trade agreements and government procurement costs.
Date:
May 2, 2017
Creator:
Fefer, Rachel F. & Fergusson, Ian F.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Army Corps Easement Process and Dakota Access Pipeline Easement Status
This report discusses the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), a 1,172-mile pipeline system to transport oil from North Dakota to Illinois.
Date:
February 2, 2017
Creator:
Carter, Nicole T.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Greek Debt Crisis: Continuing Challenges
This report discusses the serious debt crisis of the Greek government.
Date:
March 2, 2017
Creator:
Nelson, Rebecca M.
System:
The UNT Digital Library