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China Naval Modernization: Implications for U.S. Navy Capabilities—Background and Issues for Congress

Congressional research report · Reports · Apr 24, 2025

The period between 2021 and 2027 subsequently came to be referred to by some observers as the Davidson window. … Beyond that, there’s no discounting that his public comments, which are certain to be scrutinized by the PLA itself, are a form of misinformation designed to prompt concerns within the Chinese military

Commemorative Works in the District of Columbia: Background and Practice

Congressional research report · CRS Report · May 8, 2023

Congressional Research Service 14 Commemorative Works in the District of Columbia: Background and Practice (C) be displayed for a period of up to 10 years, with the display period to be commensurate … The Air Force Memorial was constructed on land not governed by the Commemorative Works Act. For more information, see the Air Force Memorial Foundation, http://www.airforcememorial.org/.

Federal Farm Promotion (“Check-Off”) Programs

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Oct 20, 2008

in a national study of air emissions and that, among other things, pay $2,500 per farm to help fund it. … Once an order is underway, periodic referenda may be held to assess support for its continuation.

FEMA Assistance for Migrants Through the Emergency Food and Shelter Program-Humanitarian (EFSP-H) and Shelter and Services Program (SSP)

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Aug 31, 2023

Air and Marine Operations (AMO) agents patrol the border from the air and sea. … Stafford Act declarations of emergency and major disaster generally respond to rapid-onset events that cause a measurable amount of damage in a particular geographic area over a defined period of time,

The Developmental Disabilities Act

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Nov 12, 2010

Paralleling the bills introduced by Representative Frank, the ADD proposed a new rule that would modify the implementation regulations for the DD Act. 36 Specifically, HHS sought comment on “…whether the … The public comment period for this notice of proposed rulemaking closed on September 29, 2008. Final rules were never issued.

2019 California Wildfires: Brief Overview of FEMA Programs and Resources

Congressional research report · CRS Insight · Nov 1, 2019

Santa Ana winds , where air moving from the desert toward the coast accelerates through gaps in the local terrain, typically occur between September and May in southwest California. … Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (Stafford Act; P.L. 93-288 , as amended; 42 U.S.C. §§5121 et seq. ) authorizes the President to declare a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG).

Cuba: U.S. Policy and Issues for the 113th Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Dec 29, 2014

MiG-21 aircraft, components for surface to air missile systems, ammunition and miscellaneous arms-related material.” … On September 20, 2013, the United States and Cuba reached a preliminary agreement on air and maritime search and rescue.

FY2019 National Defense Authorization Act (H.R. 5515)

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jul 18, 2019

It also contends that, unlike most of the period since the end of the Cold War, the Joint Force must now operate in contested domains where freedom of access and maneuver is no longer assured. … Air Defense Programs include Initial Maneuver Short-Range Air Defense (IM-SHORAD) and Indirect Fire Protection Capability (IFPC).

Inflation in the Wake of COVID-19

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Sep 1, 2021

Some of these resulted in prices of component parts increasing and additional costs on businesses (such as extra cleaning costs), which may be passed through to consumers. … Restaurants, hotels, and air travel are prominent examples. Prices for many of these products also experienced sizeable declines in 2020.

Resolutions of Inquiry: An Analysis of Their Use in the House, 1947-2017

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Nov 9, 2017

It may also take no action; however, as has been noted, in failing to act, it risks a Member, after the expiration of the 14-legislative-day period, making a privileged motion on the House floor to discharge … studied, it appeared to be universal practice for a House committee receiving referral of a resolution of inquiry to immediately request formal executive comment on the resolution.

AM Broadcast Radio in Motor Vehicles

Congressional research report · Reports · Apr 29, 2025

(Finding evidence that during the period 2000-2008, “nominal aggregate advertising spending had become more responsive to changes in real GDP [gross domestic product] and GDP price inflation.”) 16 Rob … In 2018, the FCC sought comments on proposed rule changes that would reduce nighttime protection for wide-area coverage Class A AM broadcast stations and enable more AM stations to increase their nighttime

The United Arab Emirates (UAE): Issues for U.S. Policy

Congressional research report · Reports · Jan 20, 2026

as the security guarantor of the Persian Gulf, some commentators assess that the UAE will remain deferential to U.S. foreign and defense policy priorities.37 Improved U.S. … -UAE Joint Military Dialogue to discuss, among other things, integrated air and missile defense.

Reorganizing the Executive Branch in the 20th Century: Landmark Commissions

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jun 10, 2002

A period of public comment was to follow. … Joel Havemann, “Reorganization – How Clean Can Carter’s Broom Sweep? National Journal, Jan. 1, 1977, p. 6. 221 U.S.

The Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act: S. 385 and H.R. 1443

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Aug 4, 2017

Perceived benefits of energy efficiency include lowered energy bills, reduced demand for energy, improved energy security and independence, and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. … A voluntary verification provision for air conditioning, furnace, boiler, heat pump, and water heater products present in S. 720 (114th Congress) is not included in S. 385/H.R. 1443.

Amtrak Issues in the 108th Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Feb 20, 2003

CRS-5 Amtrak’s Previous Reauthorization: The Amtrak Reform and Accountability Act of 1997 (P.L. 107-134) Amtrak was facing financial difficulties in the period leading up to its previous reauthorization … act, the Amtrak Reform and Accountability Act of 1997 (P.L. 105134).

Zimbabwe: The Transitional Government and Implications for U.S. Policy

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Oct 27, 2011

Other individuals have been periodically added to the list of those sanctioned. … In the pre-election period, civic activists reported significant pre-election irregularities.

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Meetings in Vladivostok, Russia: Postscript

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Nov 19, 2012

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Meetings in Vladivostok, Russia: Postscript (name redacted) Acting Section Research Manager/Specialist in Asian Affairs November 19, 2012 Congressional Research … The results exceeded APEC’s target of a 5% improvement during the same time period, and were nearly a third of APEC’s goal of a 25% improvement by 2015.

Animal Agriculture Issues in the 107th Congress: A Retrospective

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Mar 14, 2003

(P&S Act). … CRS-13 Under the federal Clean Water Act, CAFOs are regulated as point sources, in a similar manner to industrial sources of pollution, and must obtain permits in order to discharge pollutants into U.S

Is a TSA Screener a “Law Enforcement Officer”? Court Allows Lawsuit Against United States to Proceed

Congressional research report · CRS Report Type LSB · Nov 19, 2019

Court Allows Lawsuit Against United States to Proceed November 19, 2019 According to a complaint that air traveler Nadine Pellegrino filed in 2009 against the United States in federal court, several Transportation … As some commentators have observed, the FTCA’s legislative history “contains scant commentary” explaining why Congress chose to prohibit these types of lawsuits.

The Open Skies Treaty: Observation Overflights of Military Activities

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Sep 11, 2000

According to Thomas Graham, the acting Director of the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, “By strengthening the environment of security and confidence, such measures increase the ability of our new partners … with prompt notification of proposed improvements to Open Skies sensors and should not provide U.S. approval to the proposed changes until 30 days after the Senate received the notification.30 This time period