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Tax Reform in the 114th Congress: An Overview of Proposals

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Mar 18, 2016

The sales tax would sunset at the end of a seven-year period beginning on the enactment of this act if the Sixteenth Amendment is not repealed. … The proposal also contains a new tax credit for clean transportation fuels.

Desert Shield and Desert Storm Implications for Future U.S. Force Requirements

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Apr 19, 1991

Expeditious programs to develop and deploy advanced tactical aircraft may be difficult to justify during the impending period of budgetary constraint, because present models performed magnificently during … Five carrier battle groups enforced the UN - imposed embargo against Iraq, acting in loose collaboration with ships from 14 other nations.

Iraq-Kuwait: U.N. Security Council Resolutions Texts and Votes -- 1991

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Oct 25, 1991

Requires Iraq to inform the Security Council that it will not commit or support any act of international terrorism or allow any organization directed towards commission of such acts to operate within its … ; (e) Monitor the Khor Abdullah from observation posts set up-on its shores and from the air; (f) Carry out investigations.

The Status of Coast Guard Cutter Acquisition Programs

Congressional research report · CRS Report Type TE · Feb 3, 2016

declined from about 17% in FY2000 to less than 8% in FY2012.27 The briefing also shows that the Navy makes more use of MYP contracts than does the Army or Air Force, and that the Air Force made very little … There is no requirement that BBC be approved in both a DOD appropriations act and an act other than a DOD appropriations act.

The Future of Space Tourism

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Aug 28, 2020

Federal oversight of space tourism has been deliberately light, consistent with the Commercial Space Launch Amendments Act of 2004 (P.L. 108-492), in which Congress mandated a “learning period” for companies … The “learning period” during which the agency must forbear from regulation is currently set to expire in 2023.

Bulgaria: An Overview

Congressional research report · CRS In Focus · May 21, 2024

Bulgaria has experienced a prolonged period of political instability in recent years. … In February 2024, the United States and Bulgaria signed an intergovernmental agreement to cooperate on developing Bulgaria’s civil nuclear power program and clean energy sources. Sarah E.

Drones in Domestic Surveillance Operations: Fourth Amendment Implications and Legislative Responses

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Apr 3, 2013

Air. … for long periods of time and can hover in one location.

Kazakhstan: Recent Developments and U.S. Interests

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jul 22, 2013

Some commentators in Kazakhstan speculated that this holiday was established to further consolidate presidential power and quell dissenting views.14 9 U.S. … Interests month period. The Secretary could, however, waive this prohibition on national security grounds. This language has been continued in yearly appropriations acts.

Overview of Filipino Veterans’ Benefits

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Feb 20, 2009

of 1945 (P.L. 79-190) shall not be deemed to have been active military or air service for the purpose of any laws administered by the Veterans’ Administration. … Rescission Act, and to the subsequent passage of the second Rescission Act.

Congressional Court Watcher: Recent Appellate Decisions of Interest to Lawmakers (June 20–June 26, 2022), Part 2

Congressional research report · CRS Report Type LSB · Jun 27, 2022

This Sidebar (Part 2) discusses activity by the U.S. courts of appeals during the week of June 20 to June 26, 2022, while a companion Sidebar addresses Supreme Court decisions from that period. … Sidebar Prepared for Members and Committees of Congress Congressional Research Service       authorized a reserve charge until 2002 (Air Transportation Ass’n of America, Inc. v.

Sudan

Congressional research report · CRS Report · May 26, 2015

South Sudan periodically accuses Sudan of conducting other air strikes inside its territory. … of 2004, P.L. 108-497. 51 The Darfur Peace and Accountability Act of 2006, P.L. 109-344. 52 The Sudan Accountability and Divestment Act of 2007, P.L. 110-174.

U.S.-India Security Relations

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Nov 22, 2002

In the case of Gujarat, both Muslims and Hindus who committed murder and acts of violence are yet to be brought to justice. … It was able to extricate a brigade group from Somalia, and its air force and navy provide the ability to air lift and sea lift logistics overseas.

Australia: Climate Change Issues

Congressional research report · CRS In Focus · Dec 14, 2022

Since the preindustrial period, NSW has already warmed by 1.4-1.6°C (CSIRO 2021) which is 1.4 times faster than the global average.... … We have heard the Pacific and we will act—standing shoulder to shoulder with the Pacific as we address the climate crisis.”

Defense Primer: DOD Dependents Overseas Schools (DODDS)

Congressional research report · In Focus · Jul 22, 2025

By the end of the 1940s, the Army, Navy, and Air Force separately operated almost 100 schools around the world. … Congress might consider whether the periodicity and scope of this reporting requirement provides for adequate oversight. Figure 2.

A UN Rapid Reaction Force

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jun 29, 1995

Representatives from 20 of those nations made some comment or reference to the rapid reaction force proposal. … Because U.N. peacekeeping forces are drawn from over 30 countries, they often lack interoperability, i.e., the ability to provide mutual support and act effectively together.

Homeland Security: Standards for State and Local Preparedness

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Oct 8, 2003

Establishing a federal policy would also likely require Congress and federal agencies to periodically reexamine the policy. … Air Act (CAA) Section 112(r)” (Washington: March 1998).

9/11 Commission Recommendations: Implementation Status

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Dec 4, 2006

operations by not less than 8,000 over the same period. … The Act establishes a grant program to encourage the development of advanced air cargo security technology.

Kosovo and the 106th Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 18, 2001

Changes in the post-Milosevic period may carry implications for the NATO-led military presence in the Balkans. … , endorsed the air strikes.

Navy CG(X) Cruiser Design Options: Background and Oversight Issues for Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jul 6, 2007

The CG-47s are multimission ships with an emphasis on air defense. … The inaudible comment may have been a reference to the DDG-1000’s integrated electric-drive propulsion system.

Federal Scientific Integrity Policies: A Primer

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Nov 9, 2022

Congressional Research Service 2 Federal Scientific Integrity Policies: A Primer information (as, for example, the Endangered Species Act [ESA] and Clean Air Act require).5 Background In 2007, partly … Directing federal agencies to conduct periodic outreach and training associated with their scientific integrity policies.