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Military Youth Programs: ChalleNGe and STARBASE

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Sep 11, 1998

A boot camp followed by a mentored development period is used to achieve these results. … CRS-6 STARBASE facilities are most often located at Air National Guard bases, although the Air Force Reserve and the Navy have also established facilities on their bases and the Marine Corps is considering

Regulation of Commercial Human Spaceflight Safety: Overview and Issues for Congress

Congressional research report · Reports · May 21, 2025

Before the most recent extension of the learning period, the FAA intended to draft a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to solicit public comment on draft regulations after receiving the SpARC recommendations … (SPACE) Leadership Act (S. 4064), as introduced, would have extended the learning period for five years from date of enactment.

India-U.S. Economic Relations: In Brief

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Sep 26, 2014

reports total trade with India increased 69.2% between 2009 and 2013, while India’s trade data (as reported by Global Trade Atlas) indicates bilateral total trade growth of 78.3% over the same five-year period … 744), as passed by the Senate, and the Supplying Knowledge-based Immigrants and Lifting Levels of STEM Visas Act (SKILLS Visa Act, H.R. 2131), as ordered reported by the House Committee on the Judiciary

Diesel and Fuel Oil: Distillate Supply Issues

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Mar 9, 2023

This capped a period of rising prices since early 2021. … One commentator claimed that in late October 2022, the cost to move fuel on a Jones Act tanker from the Gulf Coast to the Northeast was double what it would cost a foreign-flagged tanker to transport over

State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs: FY2011 Budget and Appropriations

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Apr 22, 2011

Funding for Foreign Operations and State Department/Broadcasting programs has been steadily rising since FY2002, after a period of decline in the 1980s and 1990s. … The $400 million requested for contribution to the International Clean Technology Fund represented a 33% increase over the FY2010-enacted level.

The Marine Mammal Protection Act (P.L. 92522): Primer and Issues for Congress

Congressional research report · Reports · Jun 25, 2026

.84 The Secretary is to make available all draft stock assessments, or any revisions thereof, for public comment over a 90-day period.85 Additionally, the Secretary is to consider the best scientific information … Congressional Research Service 25 The Marine Mammal Protection Act: Primer and Issues for Congress Issues and Options for Congress Congress and stakeholders have commented on the effectiveness of the

The Intelligence Community and Its Use of Contractors: Congressional Oversight Issues

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Aug 18, 2015

The conclusion briefly comments on the challenge of exercising oversight over the IC. … Yet the FAIR Act applies only to commercial activities.

COVID-19: Potential Impacts on the Electric Power Sector

Congressional research report · CRS Insight · Jun 12, 2020

Many of these shutoff moratoria are temporary, raising some concerns that shutoffs may resume just as the summer season increases the need for air conditioning. … Implementation of provisions of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act; P.L. 116-136) may have the effect of reducing cases of utility bill nonpayments (as summarized in CRS

Solar Projects: DOE Section 1705 Loan Guarantees

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Oct 25, 2011

Section 1703: loan guarantees for innovative clean energy technologies with high degrees of technology risk. 2. … The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (P.L. 111-5) amended the Energy Policy Act of 2005 by adding Section 1705.

Environmental Exposure to Endocrine Disruptors: What Are the Human Health Risks?

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Feb 4, 2002

Research is being conducted to identify the range of potential health effects and vulnerable animal species (perhaps including humans), sensitive periods of development, and chemicals with endocrine-disrupting … A screening program was established in the Food Quality Protection Act (Public Law 104-170) and the 1996 Amendments to the Safe Drinking Water Act (Public Law 104-182).

U.S. Arms Sales to Pakistan

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Aug 24, 2009

The aircraft also will be used for close air support in ongoing operations contributing to the GWOT.5 This statement succinctly summarizes what continues to be the underlying argument by the Bush Administration … Section 42(e)(1)9 of the Arms Export Control Act states that: Each contract for sale entered into under sections 21, 22, 29 and 30 of this Act, and each contract entered into under section 27(d) of the

Proposed Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP): In Brief

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jun 11, 2014

Under the 2002 TPA, this notification triggered a 90-day consultation period for Congress to comment on the proposed negotiations, after which the Administration could begin the negotiations.5 On the EU … period ends in June 2014.

El Salvador: Policy Issues for the 98th Congress

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Dec 5, 1983

X.R. 2 9 9 2 (Zablocki) International Seccrity and Development Cooperation Act of 1983. … S. 1 3 4 7 (Percy) International Security and Development Cooperation Act of 1983.

Central Asia: Background and U.S. Relations

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Sep 24, 2021

They became part of the Soviet Union after a period of armed struggle following the 1917 Russian Revolution. … As such, the Partnership has most recently focused on clean energy deployment and improving the efficiency of Ka zakhstan’s electricity markets. U.S.

Fluoride in Drinking Water: A Review of Regulatory Issues and Developments

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Apr 5, 2013

Such analyses supporting regulatory efforts under the Safe Drinking Water Act can take EPA several years to complete. … Safe Drinking Water Act, §1412(b)(11); 42 U.S.C. 300g-1.

Troop Levels in the Afghan and Iraq Wars, FY2001-FY2012: Cost and Other Potential Issues

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jul 2, 2009

Similarly, 4% of the Air Force Guard and Air Force Reserve were deployed compared to 8% for active-duty (see Table 7). Table 7. … , and a six-month recovery period.

Georgia’s January 2008 Presidential Election: Outcome and Implications

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 25, 2008

Security forces also stormed the independent Imedi (“Hope”) television station, which had aired opposition grievances, and shut it down. … Legislative Speaker Nino Burjanadze became acting president. She called on prosecutors to drop charges against Imedi.

Homeland Security: Department Organization And Management -- Legislative Phase

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Feb 25, 2003

Army Air Forces was transferred to the new Department of the Air Force, and the Department of the Navy, like the other two armed services 27 Ibid., p. 76. 28 U.S. … H.R. 5005, the Homeland Security Act of 2002, Days 1 and 2. Hearings, 107th Congress, 2nd session, July 15, 16, 2002. Washington: GPO, 2002. ——. Homeland Security Act of 2002.

Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA): OMB and Agency Responsibilities and Burden Estimates

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jun 15, 2009

This comment period is in addition to the 60 days of public comment that are required prior to submission of the proposed collection to OIRA. 24 Executive Order 12866 permits OIRA to review the substance … Congressional Research Service 12 Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) other costs are added in (e.g., health and life insurance, retirement contributions, office space, heating and air conditioning, and office

Medicare Advantage

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Mar 3, 2009

period, and (4) special election periods. … Periods (SEPs).