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U.S. Strategic Nuclear Forces: Background, Developments, and Issues

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Dec 14, 2021

The Air Force completed the PRP program in 2013.47 In the FY2007 Defense Authorization Act (P.L. 109-364) and the FY2007 Defense Appropriations Act (P.L. 109-289), the 109th Congress indicated that it … See also comments by Representative John Garamendi, in U.S.

Army Active Component (AC)/Reserve Component (RC) Force Mix: Considerations and Options for Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Dec 5, 2014

and missile defense to support joint campaigns and assist in achieving air superiority. (3) Conduct airborne and air assault, and amphibious operations. … (USERRA), but are only covered under the Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act (SCRA) if performing “service under a call to active service authorized by the President or the Secretary of Defense for a period

Export-Import Bank: Environmental Review Procedures

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Aug 12, 2003

The Bank operates under a renewable charter, the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945, as amended, and has been authorized through September 30, 2006. … Air quality. Protecting air quality to a degree that safeguards both human health and the environment. ! Water use and quality.

Patent Law and Innovation: The Creation, Operation and a Twenty-Year Assessment of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 21, 2003

Vornado Air Circulation Systems, Inc., appears to have limited the exclusive appellate jurisdiction of the Federal Circuit in patent cases. … Vornado Air Circulation Systems, Inc.7 along with concluding observations.

U.S. Military Stop Loss Program: Key Questions and Answers

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Apr 7, 2010

Air Force The Air Force’s use of Stop Loss occurred during the initial stages of OIF, from March through June 2003. … Section 623, FY2002 National Defense Authorization Act, P.L. 107-107, December 28, 2001. 28 Section 546, FY2006 National Defense Authorization Act, P.L. 109-163, January 6, 2006. 29 Department of Defense

Niger: Frequently Asked Questions About the October 2017 Attack on U.S. Soldiers

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Oct 27, 2017

Air Force facility is under construction in the northern city of Agadez (Figure 1), which the Air Force has described as supporting U.S. logistical and intelligence capacities in the subregion, and which … These funds were specifically requested by the Air Force; see U.S.

Iraq: Issues in the 116th Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jul 17, 2020

Embassy Baghdad, “ Arming Ceremony at Al-T aqaddum Air Base in al-Habbaniya,” September 5, 2017; and, Ambassador Matthew H. … and International Emergency Economic Powers Act (NEA and IEEPA, respectively).

Immigration Policy on Expedited Removal of Aliens

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 30, 2009

Evans, Director, Governmental Affairs Office, American Bar Association, to Public Comment Clerk, regarding the Federal Register Notice of Expansion of Expedited Removal to Certain Jails in Texas, November … Evans, Director, Governmental Affairs Office, American Bar Association, to Public Comment Clerk, regarding the Federal Register Notice of Expansion of Expedited Removal to Certain Jails in Texas, November

Southwest Airlines Disruptions and Airline Consumer Protection Rules

Congressional research report · CRS Insight · Jan 11, 2023

INSIGHTi Southwest Airlines Disruptions and Airline Consumer Protection Rules January 11, 2023 Southwest Airlines’ extensive flight cancellations and significant delays over the December 2022 holiday period … In specific cases, DOT can take enforcement actions against air carriers that violate consumer protection rules.

Afghanistan Evacuation: The Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAF) and the Defense Production Act (DPA)

Congressional research report · CRS Insight · Aug 25, 2021

INSIGHTi Afghanistan Evacuation: The Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAF) and the Defense Production Act (DPA) August 25, 2021 Created in 1951, the Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAF) operates under the Defense … Stage II is for “major theater war,” and Stage III for “periods of national mobilization.”

Motor Vehicle Safety: Issues for Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 26, 2021

The comment period ended in July 2019, but a final rule has not been issued. 94 Special rules for low-volume manufacturers of replica vehicles. … The comment period closed on February 6, 2020, and NHTSA is reviewing the comments. 96  Several rules mandated in MAP-21 also remain to be finalized:  Crash protection and anchorage standards for

Aviation Security Measures and Domestic Terrorism Threats

Congressional research report · CRS In Focus · Jan 15, 2021

Federal Jurisdiction of Crimes Committed Aboard Aircraft In addition to FAA and TSA, federal law enforcement authorities have jurisdiction over criminal acts that occur on board aircraft. … These include air piracy, interference with air crew, destruction of aircraft or aircraft facilities, carrying a weapon or explosive device, and a host of serious crimes incorporated by reference including

Biomass: Comparison of Definitions in Legislation

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jun 27, 2019

Significant attention was focused on the proposed biomass definitions contained in multiple legislative proposals put forth by the 111th Congress, including the American Clean Energy and Security Act of … 2009 (ACES; H.R. 2454), the American Clean Energy Leadership Act of 2009 (ACELA; S. 1462), the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act (S. 1733), and the American Power Act (discussion draft).

Veterans Affairs: Basic Eligibility for Disability Benefit Programs

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Feb 24, 2011

That is, the claimant must prove that he or she is a bona fide veteran and verify certain 1 The VA was established as an executive department by the Department of Veterans Affairs Act (P.L. 100-527, 102 … Those time periods not designated by Congress as “wartime” are considered to be “peacetime.”

Wave, Tidal, and In-Stream Energy Projects: Which Federal Agency Has the Lead?

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Nov 26, 2008

period.10 The proposed rules indicate that two types of leases may be available for project sponsors: commercial and limited. … The agency has received numerous comments from project proponents, state agencies, and tribal entities.

Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies (THUD): FY2015 Appropriations

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jun 16, 2014

(or 70 hours in an eight-day period). … Under the previous rules, drivers had to take a 34-hour restart period after working for 60 hours in a seven-day period (or 70 hours in an eight-day period).

Bee Health: The Role of Pesticides

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Feb 17, 2015

Provide clean water for the bees to drink. This will ensure they spend more time pollinating the crop than searching for water. … , the Saving America’s Pollinators Act of 2013.

Arms Sales: Congressional Review Process

Congressional research report · Reports · May 13, 2026

It is worth noting that a congressional recess or adjournment does not stop these review periods. … articles, including a Fixed Site-Low, Slow, Small Unmanned Aircraft Integrated Defeat System, a Long-Range Discrimination Radar with Terminal High Altitude Area Defense Integration, Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air

FY2013 Defense Budget Request: Overview and Context

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Apr 20, 2012

See CRS Report RL34406, Air Force Next-Generation Bomber: Background and Issues for Congress, by (name red acted). 8 Congressional Research Service 10 FY2013 Defense Budget Request: Overview and Context … During that period, Congress approved 20 Department of Defense, Sustaining U.S.

Department of Defense Energy Management: Background and Issues for Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jul 25, 2019

DOE proposed a rulemaking for comment on this legislation on October 15, 2010.32 However, the rulemaking was not finalized, and no further action has been taken since December 2014 when the comment period … Each contract may be for a period not to exceed 25 years.