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Tax Preferences for Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs): Current Law and Legislative Initiatives in the 109th Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Apr 4, 2006

are assigned a recovery period of five years. … Prominent among these effects is the added air pollution from driving such vehicles.

Hazardous Fuels and Wildfire Mitigation: Background and Congressional Considerations

Congressional research report · Reports · May 8, 2026

H.R. 731 Green Tape Elimination Act of 2025 To exempt hazardous fuel reduction activities from certain environmental requirements for a 10-year period. … H.R. 4218 CLEAR Act (Clean Air and Economic Advancement Reform Act) To amend the Clean Air Act to facilitate state implementation of national ambient air quality standards, and for other purposes.

The BioWatch Program: Detection of Bioterrorism

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Nov 19, 2003

Additionally, research into alternate sensor technologies, such as 84 “Homeland Security Act of 2002,” P.L. 107-296, Sec. 312 (c) (3), “Homeland Security Act of 2002,” P.L. 107-296, Sec. 312 (c) (5), … and “Homeland Security Act of 2002,” P.L. 107296, Sec. 312 (c) (6) respectively. 85 Dina Cappiello, “‘BioWatch’ to Sound Alarm; Monitors Screen Air Quality for Bacteria Attack,” Houston Chronicle, July

International Environmental Financing: The Global Environment Facility (GEF)

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jun 3, 2013

The process of Replenishment was designed to allow for program flexibility, strategic planning, and periodic performance evaluations. … See Gareth Porter, et al., op. cit., for further comments. 18 See the Gleneagles Plan of Action at the 2005 G-8 Meeting in Gleneagles, Scotland.

A Historical Perspective on “Hollow Forces”

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Feb 9, 2012

As a result of limits on discretionary spending in the Budget Control Act of 2011, DOD is considering how to absorb a reduction of $450 billion to $500 billion in planned programs through FY2021. … During this period, the Army developed and institutionalized Air Land Battle Doctrine, which helped to focus training and the procurement of new weapons systems and, as a by-product, led to a more efficient

Tax Benefits Enacted in the 108th Congress for Military Personnel

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Nov 17, 2004

If the election is made, the five-year period ending on the date of the sale or exchange of a principal residence does not include any period (up to 10 years) during which the taxpayer or taxpayer’s spouse … These fees include processing fees for air and sea passengers, commercial trucks, rail cars, private aircraft and vessels, commercial vessels, dutiable mail packages, barges and bulk carriers, merchandise

Baseline Budget Projections Under Alternative Assumptions

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Feb 24, 2006

This report will be updated periodically. … In addition, the tax reductions contained in the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act (EGTRRA, P.L. 107-16) and the Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act (JGTRRA, P.L. 108-27) are

The Alaska Roadless Rule: Eliminating Inventoried Roadless Areas (IRAs) in the Tongass National Forest

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Feb 3, 2021

In 2013, the Secretary further directed the FS to shift away from harvests of old-growth timber and toward harvest of young-growth timber over a period of 10 to 15 years. … For more information on the Congressional Review Act, see CRS In Focus IF10023, The Congressional Review Act (CRA), by Maeve P. Carey and Christopher M.

The Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA): Compensation Related to Exposure to Radiation from Atomic Weapons Testing, Radioactive Waste, and Uranium Mining

Congressional research report · Reports · Aug 31, 2026

than Nevada Test Site (NTS) 17 Alamogordo, NM (Trinity Test Site) 1 Amchitka, AK 3 Carlsbad, NM 1 Central NV 1 Fallon, NV 1 Farmington, NM 1 Grand Valley, CO 1 Hattiesburg, MS 2 Nellis Air … Congressional Research Service 4 The Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) Geographic Requirements A person must have been within or above one of the following geographic areas during a period

The Statutory PAYGO Process for Budget Enforcement: 1991-2002

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Dec 30, 2009

on the scorecard and did not count $73.700 billion in savings for the same period stemming from the Balanced Budget Act of 1997 and the Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997. … The PAYGO balances in this table reflect emergency requirements in two acts (the Air Transportation Safety and System Stabilization Act, P.L. 107-42, and the Job Creation and Worker Assistance Act, P.L

Ocean Commissions: Ocean Policy Review and Outlook

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jul 20, 2010

First, on April 20, 2004, the commission released a Preliminary Report, which was available for a 30-day period of review and comment by the nation’s governors and interested stakeholders.6 That Preliminary … period closed, stage two of the process commenced when the commission began reviewing the comments and modifying the preliminary report in response to gubernatorial or other stakeholder input.

Immigration: Visa Entry/Exit Control System

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Nov 9, 1998

FY1997 INS Inspections Illegal Immigration Land, Air & Sea Ports of Entry Reform and Immigrant (499 million inspections) Responsibility Act (Division C of P.L. 104Northern Land Border POEs 208; IIRIRA) … deadline in place for air ports of entry (now October 15, 1998).

Lean Finely Textured Beef: The “Pink Slime” Controversy

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Apr 6, 2012

Ammonia and ammonium hydroxide are very common compounds, found naturally in the environment (in air, water, and soil) and in all plants and animals, including humans. … In addition to letters and statements, Representative Pingree, on March 30, 2012, introduced the Requiring Easy and Accurate Labeling of Beef Act (REAL Beef Act; H.R. 4346), which amends the Federal Meat

Transportation Security: Issues for the 115th Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 5, 2017

The law proposes that TSA expand the criminal history look-back period from the current 10 years to 15 years, and that individuals be disqualified if they have been released from prison within 5 years … Additionally, the act directs FAA to develop an air traffic management system for small UASs that, in addition to addressing safety concerns, could include measures to detect and deter security threats

Navy Nuclear Aircraft Carrier (CVN) Homeporting at Mayport: Background and Issues for Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Feb 3, 2014

Appropriations Act itself, which was incorporated as Division H. … QUESTION/REQUEST: How much hurricane damage has NAVSTA Norfolk and NAVSTA Mayport sustained over the time period analyzed?

Border and Transportation Security: Appropriations for FY2005

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Nov 5, 2004

The ISI is, according to comments by CBP Commissioner Bonner, intended to be a CSI for people. … According to the code, individuals on duty are not allowed, except in emergencies, to work more than 12 hours in a 24-hour period, but staffing studies have shown the Coast Guard is unable to meet the

District of Columbia Appropriations Act for FY2002: Comparison of General Provisions of P.L. 106-522 and House, Senate, and Conference Versions of H.R. 2944

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 20, 2002

Not included in the Act. Not included in this bill. Sec. 140. Mandatory Advanced Electronic Information for Air Cargo and Passengers entering the United States. … Requires every air carrier entering the United States to obtain clearance under U.S. customs laws. Not included in this act. CRS-21 P.L. 106-522 Not included in the Act.

Central Asia’s Security: Issues and Implications for U.S. Interests

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Mar 11, 2010

Established an Air Base in the Kyrgyz Republic, National Defense University, 2004. … Damien Pickart, “Manas Air Base Continues To Support Operations In Afghanistan,” 376th Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs, Air (continued...)

U.S. Nuclear Weapons: Changes in Policy and Force Structure

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 23, 2008

See P.L. 102-377, sec 507, FY1993 Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act. … Los Angeles Times, March 13, 2002. 148 Comments of Joseph Cirincione in McManus, Doyle. Nuclear Use as “Option” Clouds Issue. Los Angeles Times.

Animal Drug User Fee Programs

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Aug 4, 2008

Written comments were due to the agency on April 14, 2008. … While all of them expressed general support for both proposals, some stated a preference for efficient passage of a “clean” ADUFA reauthorization, while others suggested that one or the other proposal