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Agriculture Appropriations: Animal and Plant Health

Congressional research report · CRS In Focus · Aug 22, 2018

In addition to its discretionary funding and funding from fees, APHIS also receives mandatory funding for certain programs authorized under periodic farm bill legislation. … Emergency Funding The Animal Health Protection Act (7 U.S.C. §8301 et seq.) and the Plant Protection Act (7 U.S.C. §7701 et seq.) authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer mandatory funds from

The Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Outbreak in Poultry, 2022-Present

Congressional research report · Reports · Apr 29, 2025

Broilers are generally raised in automated environments with feeders, drinkers, heaters, fans, air inlets, and cooling equipment managed by computerized control mechanisms.11 Fewer interactions with humans … of 2023 (SAFE Act; S. 901, H.R. 3748).

V-22 Osprey Tilt-Rotor Aircraft

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 14, 2002

The House National Security Committee noted in its report on H.R. 1530 that the current plan to procure 523 V-22s “over a period of twenty-seven years ... … On February 7, 2001 Senator Russ Feingold introduced the “Osprey Safety, Performance and Reliability Evaluation Act of 2001.”

Conservation Reserve Program: Status and Current Issues

Congressional research report · CRS Report · May 8, 2001

This report will be updated periodically. … or air quality (up to 25 points).

USDA’s “GIPSA Rule” on Livestock and Poultry Marketing Practices

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 7, 2016

The proposed rule was issued with a 60-day comment period. After considerable comment and feedback, the comment period was extended for an additional 90 days ending November 22, 2010. … on July 26, 2010, extended the comment period until November 22, 2010.

Conventional Arms Transfers to Latin America: U.S. Policy

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Aug 5, 1997

Chile is considering the purchase of a modern combat fighter to upgrade its Air Force. … Chile is considering the purchase of a modern combat fighter to upgrade its Air Force.

The Congressional Review Act: Determining Which “Rules” Must Be Submitted to Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Oct 22, 2024

(1)(A), 802. 14 For a step-by-step discussion of these time periods and deadlines, see CRS Report R43992, The Congressional Review Act (CRA): Frequently Asked Questions, by Maeve P. … Until 2012, GAO periodically sent letters to OIRA regarding rules that it had not received.

FY2008 Spring Supplemental Appropriations and FY2009 Bridge Appropriations for Military Operations, International Affairs, and Other Purposes (P.L. 110-252)

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jul 15, 2008

The bills would apply to active duty, Reserve, and National Guard members who serve some period of active duty beginning on or after September 11, 2001. … Force Missile Procurement, Air Force Procurement of Ammunition, Air Force Other Procurement, Air Force Procurement, Defense-Wide Rapid Acquisition Fund Mine Resistant Ambush Prot Veh Fund 2,125 642 7,290

Spain and Its Relations with the United States: In Brief

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Aug 18, 2020

GDP growth was 2% in 2019, after averaging 3% annually over the period of 2015-2018. … Unemployment increased dramatically during this period, peaking at 26% in 2013.

Minority Ownership of Broadcast Properties: A Legal Analysis

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Feb 1, 2010

amount of gain on a sale that could be deferred. 11 Furthermore, minority ownership was only required to continue for one year from the date of sale.12 Members were also concerned that the short holding period … who would benefit ostensibly from any implemented policy. 56 The entire student body benefits from exposure to diverse people and ideas.57 Likewise, the entire audience benefits from diverse viewpoints aired

The ADA Amendments Act Definition of Disability: Final EEOC Regulations

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Apr 1, 2011

United Air Lines, Inc., 527 U.S. 471 (1999); Murphy v. United Parcel Service, Inc., 527 U.S. 516 (1999); Kirkingburg v. Albertson’s Inc., 527 U.S. 555 (1999); Toyota Motor Manufacturing v. … ADAAA regulations on March 25, 2011, which will become effective on May 24, 2011.11 Proposed regulations were published in the Federal Register on September 23, 2009,12 and the EEOC received over 600 comments

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.

The Overseas Private Investment Corporation: Background and Legislative Issues

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Dec 22, 2016

The Foreign Assistance Act includes a provision authorizing OPIC to perform certain functions until its sunset date, which Congress has periodically extended. … Notwithstanding section 235(a)(2) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2195(a)(2)), the authority of section 234(a) (b) and (c), of the same Act, shall remain in effect during the period of

Russian Military Activities in Asia: Combined Military Exercises and Patrols

Congressional research report · Reports · Jun 9, 2026

Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for FY2023 (P.L. 117-263): • • • Section 5523 requires the U.S. … Patrol 2020 Air patrol.

Defense Budget for FY2002: An Overview of Bush Administration Plans and Key Issues for Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · May 22, 2001

“A Period Of Consequences,” speech presented at The Citadel, South Carolina, Thursday, September 23, 1999. … CRS Report RS20859, Air Force Transformation: Background and Issues for Congress, by Christopher Bolkcom, March 27, 2001, 6 p.

How Long Can the Defense Department Finance FY2008 Operations in Advance of Supplemental Appropriations?

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Apr 30, 2008

In the past 40 years, the act has been used periodically to pay for unplanned military contingencies and to sustain military operations when supplemental appropriations have been delayed. … The FY2008 Defense Appropriations Act provided $32.2 billion for Air Force O&M and $33.1 billion for Navy O&M.

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.

Cybersecurity Issues for the Bulk Power System

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jun 10, 2015

The meters are designed to last approximately 20 years, but it was speculated that the device’s built-in cryptology system may not be secure for that long a period.28 However, another source says that … BlackEnergy specifically targets human machine interface (“HMI”) software, which enables users to monitor and interact with industrial control systems such as heating, ventilation, and air conditioning

Defense Budget for FY2001: Data Summary

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Feb 23, 2000

Table 6 shows budget authority by appropriations title for the period FY1985 through FY2005 in inflation-adjusted dollars and calculates real growth or decline over that period. … period.

Recent Developments in Patent Administration: Implications for Innovation Policy

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jul 28, 2011

Discoveries....”13 In accordance with the Patent Act of 1952 (the “Patent Act”),14 an inventor may seek the grant of a patent by preparing and submitting an application to the USPTO.15 Under current law … believe that certain of the metrics may 104 AIPLA Comments, supra, at 3.