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China's Economic Conditions
This report provides background on China's economic rise and current economic structure and the challenges China faces to keep its economy growing strong, and describes Chinese economic policies that are of concern to U.S. policymakers.
Date:
December 11, 2009
Creator:
Morrison, Wayne M.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Endangered Species Act (ESA) in the 111th Congress: Conflicting Values and Difficult Choices
The Endangered Species Act has been one of the more contentious environmental laws. This may stem from its strict substantive provisions, which can affect the use of both federal and nonfederal lands and resources. This report discusses oversight issues and legislation introduced in the 11th Congress to address Endangered Species Act implementation and management of endangered and threatened species.
Date:
December 11, 2009
Creator:
Buck, Eugene H.; Corn, M. Lynne; Sheikh, Pervaze A.; Meltz, Robert & Alexander, Kristina
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Major Tax Issues in the 111th Congress
None
Date:
December 11, 2009
Creator:
unknown
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Preserving Homeownership: Foreclosure Prevention Initiatives
None
Date:
December 11, 2009
Creator:
unknown
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Air Force F-22 Fighter Program: Background and Issues for Congress
This report discusses the Air Force F-22 fighter, also known as the Raptor, which is the world's most capable air-to-air combat aircraft. Procurement of F-22s began in FY1999, and a total of 187 have been procured through FY2009, including 24 in FY2009.
Date:
September 11, 2009
Creator:
O'Rourke, Ronald
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Haitian Economy and the HOPE Act
This report is categorized into five categories: (I) Political and Social Challenges to Haitian Development, (II) Economic Background, (III) Apparel Assembly in Haiti, (IV) The Haiti Hope Act and (V) Implementing the Hope Act.
Date:
September 11, 2009
Creator:
Hornbeck, J. F.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Iran's Nuclear Program: Tehran's Compliance with International Obligations
This report provides a brief overview of Iran's nuclear program and describes the legal basis for the actions taken by the IAEA board and the Security Council. It will be updated as events warrant.
Date:
September 11, 2009
Creator:
Kerr, Paul K.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Medicare Program Changes in H.R. 3200, America’s Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009
None
Date:
September 11, 2009
Creator:
unknown
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Quarantine and Isolation: Selected Legal Issues Relating to Employment
None
Date:
September 11, 2009
Creator:
unknown
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Role of Federal Gasoline Excise Taxes in Public Policy
This report examines the effects of the federal excise tax on gasoline and analyzes the positive and negative effects of the tax. The report also evaluates the incentive structure that a higher gasoline tax would likely create, and examines a revised version of the tax, a variable gasoline tax.
Date:
September 11, 2009
Creator:
Pirog, Robert
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The 2009 Influenza Pandemic: Selected Legal Issues
This report provides a brief overview of selected legal issues regarding the H1N1 influenza, including emergency measures, civil rights, liability issues, and employment issues.
Date:
August 11, 2009
Creator:
Swendiman, Kathleen S. & Jones, Nancy L.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Financial Regulation and Oversight: Latin American Financial Crises and Reform Lessons from Chile
This report discusses Latin American financial crises and the lessons from comprehensive regulatory reform undertaken by Chile.
Date:
August 11, 2009
Creator:
Hornbeck, J. F.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Iran’s Nuclear Program: Status
None
Date:
August 11, 2009
Creator:
unknown
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Military Commissions Act of 2006: Background and Proposed Amendments
This report provides a background and analysis of military commissions rules under the Military Commissions Act of 2006. After reviewing the history of the implementation of military commissions in the "global war on terrorism," the report provides an overview of the procedural safeguards provided in the MCA. The report identifies pending legislation, including Senate-passed S. 1390, and describes proposals suggested by the Obama Administration. Finally, the report provides two charts comparing the MCA with proposed legislation.
Date:
August 11, 2009
Creator:
Elsea, Jennifer K.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Policy Challenges in International Migration
This report serves as a broad overview of the standard theory of international migration and offers a brief synopsis of the major immigration-related policy challenges relative to the legislative debates in Congress.
Date:
August 11, 2009
Creator:
Haddal, Chad C.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Global Peace Operations Initiative: Background and Issues for Congress
This report describes in detail the Global Peace Operations Initiative (GPOI), the centerpiece of the Bush Administration's efforts to prepare foreign security forces to participate in international peacekeeping operations. This report lists the funding and allocations set aside for GPOI, as well as the function of GPOI and its future.
Date:
June 11, 2009
Creator:
Serafino, Nina M.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Legislative Branch: FY2010 Appropriations
None
Date:
June 11, 2009
Creator:
unknown
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The United Arab Emirates Nuclear Program and Proposed U.S. Nuclear Cooperation
None
Date:
June 11, 2009
Creator:
Blanchard, Christopher M. & Kerr, Paul K.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
35 Years of Water Policy: The 1973 National Water Commission and Present Challenges
This report presents the National Water Commission's (NWC) recommendations and analyzes how issues targeted by the recommendations have evolved during the intervening years. The report focuses on key federal-level recommendations, thereby targeting what has been accomplished since 1973, what issues remain unresolved, and what additional concerns have developed.
Date:
May 11, 2009
Creator:
Cody, Betsy A. & Carter, Nicole T.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Analysis of Selected Legislative Proposals Addressing Guantanamo Detainees
This report discusses the approaches that selected legislative proposals take regarding Guantanamo detainees.
Date:
May 11, 2009
Creator:
Henning, Anna C.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Congressional Membership and Appointment Authority to Advisory Commissions, Boards, and Groups
This report contains a compilation of commissions and boards that demonstrates the range of alternative membership-appointment structures. It includes any statutorily created advisory entity (boards, advisory panels, etc.) whose membership scheme mandates the participation of Members of Congress either as potential members or as participants in the process of appointing the membership.
Date:
May 11, 2009
Creator:
Glassman, Matthew E.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Credit Card Market: Recent Trends and Regulatory Proposals
This report examines developments in the revolving credit market, including trends in profitability, consumer usage, funding, and repricing practices.
Date:
May 11, 2009
Creator:
Getter, Darryl E.
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Federal Protective Service and Contract Security Guards: A Statutory History and Current Status
This report describes the Federal Protective Service (FPS) in brief as well as legislative actions currently being discussed in the 111th Congress that could affect FPS in the future.
Date:
May 11, 2009
Creator:
Reese, Shawn
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The LIHEAP Formula: Legislative History and Current Law
This Congressional Research Service Report for Congress contains the history, enactment, and fund determination for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
Date:
May 11, 2009
Creator:
Peral, Libby
System:
The UNT Digital Library