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Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade: Key Issues for the 108th Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 3, 2003

Though the Act has been extended for short periods, and its authorities have been continued by the President invoking national emergency authority, the Export Administration Act has needed serious attention … The revision is currently in a “comment evaluation” period; no date for final publication has been set.

Constitutionality of Applying the FCC’s Indecency Restriction to Cable Television

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Mar 17, 2008

The effect . . . was to eliminate altogether the transmission of the targeted programming outside the safe harbor period [6 a.m. to 10 p.m.] in affected cable service areas. … In the Matter of Complaints Against Various Broadcast Licensees Regarding Their Airing of the “Golden Globe Awards” Program, File No. EB-03-IH-0110 (March 18, 2004). The U.S.

Federal Aviation Administration Oversight of Boeing

Congressional research report · CRS In Focus · Dec 5, 2024

The International Air Transport Association found that global airline safety performance improved by 61% over the past decade. … It stated that aircraft deliveries in the first nine months of 2024 totaled 291 airplanes, compared with 371 for the same period in 2023.

The National Science Foundation: FY2017 Appropriations and Funding History

Congressional research report · CRS Report · May 17, 2017

Clean Energy R&D appears to have broadly included Clean Energy Technology, listed as one of the cross-foundation investments in FY2016. … Total NSF obligations increased by about $2.094 billion (39%) during this same period. Table 5.

Forest Health: Overview

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Mar 27, 1998

The Forest Service data are based on periodic inventories, typically on a 10-year cycle; thus, the 1991 data are, on average, at least 5 years old. … It can be an effective tool for converting organic matter to minerals, water, and carbon dioxide (and other gases), but protecting air quality (particularly from airborne particulates) often limits the

Tax Reform and the Goal of Revenue Neutrality

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Sep 7, 2005

Some examples of expiring tax provisions include credits or deductions for clean-fuel vehicles, qualified zone academy bonds, welfare-to-work, medical savings accounts, research and experimentation, and … CRS-4 Reconciliation Act (JGTRRA, P.L. 108-27) are scheduled to expire after 2010.7 (The reduction in taxes on capital gains and dividend income from JGTRRA is scheduled to expire after 2008.)

Proliferation of Precision Strike: Issues for Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · May 14, 2012

Between October 2001 and February 2002, U.S. forces dropped 6,600 of the munitions; during just one tenminute period on October 18, 2001, the Air Force dropped a hundred of the bombs. … more than one person acting as a crew.

Changes to the OMB Regulatory Review Process by Executive Order 13422

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 3, 2008

that Congress never required.”13 For example, some statutes (e.g., the Clean Air Act) require agencies to establish regulations based solely on what is required to protect human health. … publish a final rule reflecting any changes made as a result of those comments.

Conservation Provisions of the 2008 Farm Bill

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 13, 2009

Allows contracts to be renewed for one additional 5 year period. … [Sec. 2358] Adopts House provisions related to forest resource management and air quality. Provides $37.5 million annually (FY2009-2012) to implement air quality plans.

Acquisition Efficiency and the Future Navy Force

Congressional research report · CRS Report Type TE · Dec 1, 2015

There is no requirement that BBC be approved in both a DOD appropriations act and an act other than a DOD appropriations act. … A more general summary of lessons learned for Navy shipbuilding, reflecting comments made repeatedly by various sources over the years, includes the following:51         Get the operational

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA): Review of FY2002 Budget Request and Appropriations

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 4, 2002

Act, and the Endangered Species Act (ESA). … FAC also funds NOAA’s environmental compliance and clean up efforts on Pribilof Island.

Japan’s 2011 Earthquake and Tsunami: Food and Agriculture Implications

Congressional research report · CRS Report · May 18, 2011

Also see EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson’s testimony before the Senate Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Clean Air and Nuclear Safety, April 12, 2011, http://epw.senate.gov/public/index.cfm? … seq.) and the Poultry Products Inspection Act (21 U.S.C. 451 et seq.).

U.S. Army Long-Range Precision Fires: Background and Issues for Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Mar 16, 2021

improve ERCA rate of fire. 38  According to the Defense Acquisition University, “ Middle T ier Acquisition (MT A) is a rapid acquisition interim approach that focuses on delivering capability in a period … Section 1715 of the FY2020 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) (P.L. 116-92) states: a) IN GENERAL.

Screening and Securing Air Cargo: Background and Issues for Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Dec 2, 2010

is working closely with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to draft worldwide standards for all-cargo security, which will probably entail a lengthy period of implementation.27 TSA has … The act authorized $2 million for the pilot program.

Ghana’s 2016 General Elections

Congressional research report · CRS Insight · Dec 2, 2016

The Supreme Court upheld an EC decision to reject such calls, but also ordered the EC to clean up the existing registry. … They act as party security units and periodically interfere in electoral processes, sometimes using intimidation or violence, but they also help canvass for votes.

Growth in Electric Vehicle Manufacturing: A Factor in the 2023 United Auto Workers (UAW) Negotiations

Congressional research report · CRS Insight · Nov 16, 2023

Manufacturing According to 2023 estimates from Kelley Blue Book, total new vehicle sales decreased approximately 1.2 million units, while battery electric vehicles grew approximately 300,000 units over the same period … In the legislation known as the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA; P.L. 117-169), Section 13401 authorized “clean vehicle” credits, which provide tax incentives for consumers to buy EVs.

Defense Primer: Defense Working Capital Funds

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Mar 23, 2018

Regardless, DWCFs must maintain a positive cash balance at all times to avoid AntiDeficiency Act violations. DOD Financial Management Regulation (FMR) 7000.14-R governs DWCFs. … The annual budget justification books provide a financial profile of each of the funds covering a three-year period (year of the request and two years prior).

Military Death Benefits: Status and Proposals

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Mar 26, 2008

Congressional Research Service 10 Military Death Benefits: Status and Proposals remains of service members who die in a combat theater of operations and who are transported by air to Dover Air Force … The second example consists of an Air Force Lieutenant Colonel (O-5), with eighteen years of service, who dies while on active duty.

The Gray Wolf Under the Endangered Species Act (ESA): A Case Study in Listing and Delisting Challenges

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Nov 25, 2020

Environmental Protection Agency to follow for rules promulgated under certain provisions of the Clean Air Act). 52 See, e.g., Perez v. Mortg. Bankers Ass’n, 135 S. … the notice-and-comment period.”

Key Issues in Tax Reform: Federal Subsidies for Interest Income Generated from Municipal Bonds

Congressional research report · CRS In Focus · Nov 15, 2017

The JCT estimated that proposal would increase revenues by $27.5 billion over the FY2017-FY2026 period. … It may be appealing to finance public capital facilities over a long period of time to match the period over which those facilities provide services.