Congressional Research Reports (CRS) Posted on October 27, 2010*

Coast Guard Deepwater Acquisition Programs: Background, Oversight Issues, and Options for Congress


Report No. RL33753

Subjects: Drug Abuse; Immigration; Defense Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/22/2010; Posted: 10/27/2010)

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Navy Irregular Warfare and Counterterrorism Operations: Background and Issues for Congress

Report No. RS22373

Subjects: Terrorism; Defense Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/22/2010; Posted: 10/27/2010)

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Tariff Modifications: Miscellaneous Tariff Bills

Report No. RL33867

Subjects: Trade

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/20/2010; Posted: 10/27/2010)

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Regular Vetoes and Pocket Vetoes: An Overview

Report No. RS22188

Subjects: Congress; Presidents

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/18/2010; Posted: 10/27/2010)

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Veterans' Benefits: Pension Benefit Programs

Report No. RS22804

Subjects: Veterans; Pensions

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/18/2010; Posted: 10/27/2010)

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Cellulosic Ethanol: Feedstocks, Conversion Technologies, Economics, and Policy Options

Report No. R41460

Subjects: Agriculture; Energy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/22/2010; Posted: 10/27/2010)

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U.S. International Trade: Trends and Forecasts

Report No. RL33577

Subjects: Trade

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/15/2010; Posted: 10/27/2010)

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Afghanistan: Post-Taliban Governance, Security, and U.S. Policy

Report No. RL30588

Subjects: Terrorism; Afghanistan

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/19/2010; Posted: 10/27/2010)

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Recreation Fees Under the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act

Report No. RL33730

Subjects: Public Lands

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/21/2010; Posted: 10/27/2010)

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Proliferation Control Regimes: Background and Status

Report No. RL31559

Subjects: Terrorism; National Defense

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/18/2010; Posted: 10/27/2010)
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Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports Posted on October 26, 2010*

High Risk Pools Under PPACA and the Coverage of Elective Abortion Services


Memorandum No. M-072310

Subjects: Abortion; Health Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (7/23/2010; Posted: 10/26/2010)

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Mandatory Coverage of Certain Preventive Health Services Under Section 1001 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

Memorandum No. M-092910

Subjects: Health Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/29/2010; Posted: 10/26/2010)

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Preliminary assessment of efficiency initiatives announced by Secretary of Defense Gates on August 9, 2010

Memorandum No. M-081210

Subjects: Defense Economics

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (8/12/2010; Posted: 10/26/2010)

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Legal Analysis of Section 1311(e)(1)(B) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and State-Sponsored Public Health Plans

Memorandum No. M-092410

Subjects: Health Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/26/2010)

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Final Rules Pursuant to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act During the First Six Months of Implementation

Memorandum No. M-100610

Subjects: Health Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/6/2010; Posted: 10/26/2010)

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House Committees: Categories and Rules for Committee Assignments

Report No. 98-151

Subjects: Congress

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/19/2010; Posted: 10/26/2010)

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Constitutional Issues Raised by Pending Bills to Expand Liability under the Death on the High Seas Act and the Jones Act

Memorandum No. M-062810

Subjects: Constitution; Law

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (6/28/2010; Posted: 10/26/2010)

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Questions Regarding Employer Responsibility Requirements and Section 1312(d)(3)(D) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

Memorandum No. M-042910

Subjects: Congress; Health Policy; State and Local Government

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (4/29/2010; Posted: 10/26/2010)

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SBA Small Business Investment Company Program

Report No. R41456

Subjects: Business; Finance

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/21/2010; Posted: 10/26/2010)

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EPA's Boiler MACT: Controlling Emissions of Hazardous Air Pollutants

Report No. R41459

Subjects: Air Pollution

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/21/2010; Posted: 10/26/2010)

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Questions About Health Reform and Noncitizens

Memorandum No. M-052710

Subjects: Health Policy; Immigration

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (5/27/2010; Posted: 10/26/2010
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Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports Posted October 21, 2010*

The Endangered Species Act (ESA) in the 111th Congress: Conflicting Values and Difficult Choices


Report No. R40185

Subjects: Animals; Natural Resources; Public Lands

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/8/2010; Posted: 10/21/2010)

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Navy LPD-17 Amphibious Ship Procurement: Background, Issues, and Options for Congress

Report No. RL34476

Subjects: Defense Policy; Weapons Systems

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/15/2010; Posted: 10/21/2010)

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The Arecibo Ionospheric Observatory

Report No. R40437

Subjects: Science Policy; Space Activities

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/13/2010; Posted: 10/21/2010)

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Coast Guard Polar Icebreaker Modernization: Background, Issues, and Options for Congress

Report No. RL34391

Subjects: Defense Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/15/2010; Posted: 10/21/2010)

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Cellulosic Biofuels: Analysis of Policy Issues for Congress

Report No. RL34738

Subjects: Energy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/14/2010; Posted: 10/21/2010)

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Membership of the 111th Congress: A Profile

Report No. R40086

Subjects: Congress

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/14/2010; Posted: 10/21/2010)

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Fishery, Aquaculture, and Marine Mammal Issues in the 111th Congress

Report No. R40172

Subjects: Animals; Marine Resources

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/15/2010; Posted: 10/21/2010)

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Rwanda: Background and Current Developments

Report No. R40115

Subjects: Rwanda

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/8/2010; Posted: 10/21/2010)

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Water Quality Issues in the 111th Congress: Oversight and Implementation

Report No. R40098

Subjects: Water Pollution; Water Resources

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/13/2010; Posted: 10/21/2010)

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Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS): Overview and Issues

Report No. R40155

Subjects: Agriculture; Energy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/14/2010; Posted: 10/21/2010
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Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports Posted October 18, 2010*

The TANF Emergency Contingency Fund


Report No. R41078

Subjects: Welfare

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/6/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Appropriations for FY2011

Report No. R41149

Subjects: Budget; Environmental Protection

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/4/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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Location-Based Preferences in Federal and Federally Funded Contracting: An Overview of the Law

Report No. R41115

Subjects: Public Contracts

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/1/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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Federal Research and Development Funding: FY2011

Report No. R41098

Subjects: Science Policy; Technology

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/4/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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Afghanistan Casualties: Military Forces and Civilians

Report No. R41084

Subjects: Afghanistan

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/30/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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Warranted but Precluded: What That Means Under the Endangered Species Act (ESA)

Report No. R41100

Subjects: Animals; Environmental Protection; Natural Resources

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/4/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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Small Business Administration 7(a) Loan Guaranty Program

Report No. R41146

Subjects: Business

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/1/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies: FY2011 Appropriations

Report No. R41161

Subjects: Budget; Criminal Justice; Science Policy; Trade

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/4/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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The 2007-2009 Recession: Similarities to and Differences from the Past

Report No. R40198

Subjects: Economic Policy; Finance

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/6/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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Small Business Administration Microloan Program

Report No. R41057

Subjects: Business; Finance

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/5/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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The Inapplicability of Limitations on Subcontracting to 'Preference Contracts' for Small Businesses: Washington-Harris Group

Report No. R40998

Subjects: Business; Public Contracts

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/6/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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Contracting Programs for Alaska Native Corporations: Historical Development and Legal Authorities

Report No. R40855

Subjects: Business; Minorities; Public Contracts

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/1/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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GAO Bid Protests: An Overview of Timeframes and Procedures

Report No. R40228

Subjects: Public Contracts

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/4/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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Social Security Administration: Workload and Related Issues

Report No. R40207

Subjects: Social Security

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/4/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization: An Overview of Legislative Action in the 111th Congress

Report No. R40410

Subjects: Budget; Transportation

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/5/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Block Grant: An Introduction

Report No. R40946

Subjects: Welfare

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/1/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)

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The U.S. Postal Service's Financial Condition: Overview and Issues for Congress

Report No. R41024

Subjects: Communications; Executive Branch Depts.

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/5/2010; Posted: 10/18/2010)
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*Selected federal documents below from CQ Roll Call Group are Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports. CRS Reports are substantive research reports often at the request of members of congress by staff at the Congressional Research Service. The selection fo documents received by the library is limited to those categories included in the subscription agreement. Since the library receives these materials under a license agreement they may not be posted on the web in full text. A subscription to this service through CQ Roll Call is required for online access. If you already have a subscription to this service, access to these documents should be possible from this site. For information regarding subscribing to CQ Roll Call Group Hot Docs services go to http://corporate.cqrollcall.com/wmspage.cfm?parm1=400. where you can request either a subscription or a free trial.

Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports Posted October 15, 2010

Mountaintop Mining: Background on Current Controversies


Report No. RS21421

Subjects: Natural Resources; Public Lands

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/4/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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The Help America Vote Act and Elections Reform: Overview and Issues

Report No. RS20898

Subjects: Elections

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/1/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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Same-Sex Adoptions

Report No. RS21191

Subjects: Civil Rights and Liberties; Families; Minorities

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/5/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act: Overview and Issues

Report No. RS20764

Subjects: Defense; Elections; Defense Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/6/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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Uganda: Current Conditions and the Crisis in North Uganda

Report No. RL33701

Subjects: Uganda

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/6/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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Iraq: Politics, Elections, and Benchmarks

Report No. RS21968

Subjects: Iraq

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/4/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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Tanzania: Background and Current Conditions

Report No. RS22781

Subjects: Tanzania

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/6/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program: Reauthorization Efforts

Report No. RS22865

Subjects: Business; Science Policy; Technology

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/4/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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The Conforming Loan Limit

Report No. RS22172

Subjects: Finance; Housing

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/4/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program

Report No. 96-402

Subjects: Business; Technology

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/4/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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Japan-U.S. Relations: Issues for Congress

Report No. RL33436

Subjects: Japan

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/6/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Block Grant: Responses to Frequently Asked Questions

Report No. RL32760

Subjects: Welfare

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/4/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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Armed Career Criminal Act (18 U.S.C. 924(e)): An Overview

Report No. R41449

Subjects: Criminal Justice; Law

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/13/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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Burma's 2010 Election Campaign: Issues for Congress

Report No. R41447

Subjects: Burma

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/6/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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Kazakhstan: Recent Developments and U.S. Interests

Report No. 97-1058

Subjects: Kazakhstan

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/5/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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Drug Courts: Background, Effectiveness, and Policy Issues for Congress

Report No. R41448

Subjects: Criminal Justice; Drug Abuse

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/12/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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Federal Land Management Agencies' Mandatory Spending Authorities

Report No. RL30335

Subjects: Budget; Public Lands

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/5/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

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Poverty in the United States: 2009

Report No. RL33069

Subjects: Economic Policy; Welfare

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/4/2010; Posted: 10/15/2010)

Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports Posted October 12, 2010*

Biomass Feedstocks for Biopower: Background and Selected Issues


Report No. R41440

Subjects: Energy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/6/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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U.S. Military Casualty Statistics: Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom

Report No. RS22452

Subjects: Defense Policy; Afghanistan; Iraq

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/28/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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Taiwan: Major U.S. Arms Sales Since 1990

Report No. RL30957

Subjects: Taiwan

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/28/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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Hezbollah: Background and Issues for Congress

Report No. R41446

Subjects: Terrorism; Israel; Lebanon; Palestine

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/8/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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Selected Church-State Issues in Elementary and Secondary Education

Report No. R41445

Subjects: Education; Religion

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/1/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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F-35 Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Program: Background and Issues for Congress

Report No. RL30563

Subjects: Weapons Systems

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/23/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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Navy Irregular Warfare and Counterterrorism Operations: Background and Issues for Congress

Report No. RS22373

Subjects: Terrorism; Defense Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/28/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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Currency Manipulation: The IMF and WTO

Report No. RS22658

Subjects: International Finance; Trade

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/27/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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State Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP): A Brief Overview

Report No. R40444

Subjects: Children; Health Policy; Welfare

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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The Freedom of Information Act and Nondisclosure Provisions in Other Federal Laws

Report No. R41406

Subjects: Communications

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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Navy SSBN(X) Ballistic Missile Submarine Program: Background and Issues for Congress

Report No. R41129

Subjects: Defense Policy; Weapons Systems

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in Agency Travel Card Programs

Report No. R40580

Subjects: Executive Branch Depts.; Government Employees; Transportation

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/28/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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Medicare Payment Policies

Report No. RL30526

Subjects: Health Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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The Endangered Species Act (ESA) in the 111th Congress: Conflicting Values and Difficult Choices

Report No. R40185

Subjects: Animals; Natural Resources; Public Lands

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/28/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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Concurrent Receipt: Background and Issues for Congress

Report No. R40589

Subjects: Veterans; Disabled Persons; Pensions; Defense Economics

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)

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Legislative Branch: FY2011 Appropriations

Report No. R41214

Subjects: Budget; Congress

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/27/2010; Posted: 10/12/2010)
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Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports Posted October 6, 2010*

Medicare Hospital Readmissions: Issues, Policy Options and PPACA


Report No. R40972

Subjects: Health Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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P.L. 111-3: The Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009

Report No. R40226

Subjects: Children; Health Policy; Welfare

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Legal Issues Relating to the Disposal of Dispensed Controlled Substances

Report No. R40548

Subjects: Drug Abuse; Medicine

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Private Health Insurance Provisions of H.R. 3962

Report No. R40885

Subjects: Health Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Food Safety in the 111th Congress

Report No. R40443

Subjects: Food; Health Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/23/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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PPACA Requirements for Offering Health Insurance Inside Versus Outside an Exchange

Report No. R41269

Subjects: Health Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Summary of Potential Employer Penalties Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA)

Report No. R41159

Subjects: Health Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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China's Currency: An Analysis of the Economic Issues

Report No. RS21625

Subjects: Economic Policy; China

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/1/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Argentina's Defaulted Sovereign Debt: Dealing with the 'Holdouts'

Report No. R41029

Subjects: Argentina

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Samantar v. Yousef: The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act and Foreign Officials

Report No. R41379

Subjects: Foreign Policy; Law

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Regulating Coal Combustion Waste Disposal: Issues for Congress

Report No. R41341

Subjects: Energy; Environmental Protection

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Form 1099 Information Reporting Requirements as Modified by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

Report No. R41359

Subjects: Health Policy; Taxation

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Agricultural Conservation Issues in the 111th Congress

Report No. R40692

Subjects: Agriculture; Budget; Environmental Protection

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Fishery, Aquaculture, and Marine Mammal Issues in the 111th Congress

Report No. R40172

Subjects: Animals; Marine Resources

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Ozone Air Quality Standards: EPA's Proposed January 2010 Revisions

Report No. R41062

Subjects: Air Pollution

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Individual Mandate and Related Information Requirements under PPACA

Report No. R41331

Subjects: Health Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization: Issues and Legislation in the 111th Congress

Report No. R41354

Subjects: Children; Health Policy; Welfare

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/23/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Private Health Insurance Provisions in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA)

Report No. R40942

Subjects: Health Policy

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Health Insurance Premium Credits in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA)

Report No. R41137

Subjects: Health Policy; Taxation

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Medicaid Checklist: Considerations in Adding a Mandatory Eligibility Group

Report No. R40490

Subjects: Health Policy; Welfare

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/6/2010)

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Deadlines for Secretary of Health and Human Services in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

Memorandum No. 7-5700

Directed to Sen. Tom Coburn, R-Okla.; Sen. Orrin G. Hatch, R-Utah; Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas

CRS Reports, 111th Congress (10/1/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports Posted October 5, 2010*

Defense Logistical Support Contracts in Iraq and Afghanistan: Issues for Congress
Report No. RL33834
Subjects: Defense Policy; Afghanistan; Iraq
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/20/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Turkey: Politics of Identity and Power
Report No. R41368
Subjects: Turkey
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Public Financing of Congressional Campaigns: Overview and Analysis
Report No. RL33814
Subjects: Elections
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Pay Equity Legislation
Report No. RL31867
Subjects: Labor; Women's Issues
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/20/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Small Business Management and Technical Assistance Training Programs
Report No. R41352
Subjects: Business; Labor
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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State Efforts to Deter Unauthorized Aliens: Legal Analysis of Arizona's S.B. 1070
Report No. R41221
Subjects: Civil Rights and Liberties; Immigration
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/14/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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The Federal Debt: An Analysis of Movements from World War II to the Present
Report No. RL34712
Subjects: Budget; Economic Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Campaign Finance Policy After Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission: Issues and Options for Congress
Report No. R41054
Subjects: Elections
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Small Business Administration Microloan Program
Report No. R41057
Subjects: Business; Finance
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Chile: Political and Economic Conditions and U.S. Relations
Report No. R40126
Subjects: Chile
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP): Program and Funding
Report No. RL31865
Subjects: Energy; Welfare
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/28/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Mandatory Spending Since 1962
Report No. RL33074
Subjects: Budget; Economic Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/15/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Offshore Oil and Gas Development: Legal Framework
Report No. RL33404
Subjects: Energy; Natural Resources
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/20/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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U.S.-Russian Civilian Nuclear Cooperation Agreement: Issues for Congress
Report No. RL34655
Subjects: Russia
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Alternative Fuels and Advanced Technology Vehicles: Issues for Congress
Report No. R40168
Subjects: Air Pollution; Energy; Technology; Transportation
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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The New START Treaty: Central Limits and Key Provisions
Report No. R41219
Subjects: Russia; Defense Policy; National Defense
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/20/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Abortion: Judicial History and Legislative Response
Report No. RL33467
Subjects: Abortion
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Mental Health Parity and the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010
Report No. R41249
Subjects: Health Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/20/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Small Business Administration 504/CDC Loan Guaranty Program
Report No. R41184
Subjects: Business; Finance
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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Summary of Small Business Health Insurance Tax Credit Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA)
Report No. R41158
Subjects: Business; Health Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/5/2010)
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*Selected federal documents below from CQ Roll Call Group are Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports. CRS Reports are substantive research reports often at the request of members of congress by staff at the Congressional Research Service. The selection fo documents received by the library is limited to those categories included in the subscription agreement. Since the library receives these materials under a license agreement they may not be posted on the web in full text. A subscription to this service through CQ Roll Call is required for online access. If you already have a subscription to this service, access to these documents should be possible from this site. For information regarding subscribing to CQ Roll Call Group Hot Docs services go to http://corporate.cqrollcall.com/wmspage.cfm?parm1=400. where you can request either a subscription or a free trial.

Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports Posted October 4, 2010*

U.S. Nuclear Cooperation With India: Issues for Congress
Report No. RL33016
Subjects: India
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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The Berry Amendment: Requiring Defense Procurement to Come from Domestic Sources
Report No. RL31236
Subjects: Budget; Economic Policy; Defense Economics; Defense Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/23/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Navy Force Structure and Shipbuilding Plans: Background and Issues for Congress
Report No. RL32665
Subjects: Defense Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Social Security: Raising or Eliminating the Taxable Earnings Base
Report No. RL32896
Subjects: Social Security; Taxation
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Iran: U.S. Concerns and Policy Responses
Report No. RL32048
Subjects: Iran
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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U.S. National Science Foundation: Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR)
Report No. RL30930
Subjects: Science Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/23/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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The National Security Council: An Organizational Assessment
Report No. RL30840
Subjects: Defense
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/23/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Tax-Exempt Organizations: Political Activity Restrictions and Disclosure Requirements
Report No. RL33377
Subjects: Congress; Elections; Taxation
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Unauthorized Alien Students: Issues and 'DREAM Act' Legislation
Report No. RL33863
Subjects: Education; Immigration
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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The FCC's Broadcast Media Ownership Rules
Report No. RL34416
Subjects: Telecommunications
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/23/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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U.S.-South Korea Beef Dispute: Issues and Status
Report No. RL34528
Subjects: Trade; North and South Koreas
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/23/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Legal Services Corporation: Background and Funding
Report No. RL34016
Subjects: Law; Welfare
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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War Powers Resolution: Presidential Compliance
Report No. RL33532
Subjects: Presidents; Defense Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/23/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Does the Endangered Species Act Listing Provide More Protection of the Polar Bear?
Report No. RL34573
Subjects: Animals; Environmental Protection
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Medicare Financing
Report No. R41436
Subjects: Health Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/29/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Previewing the Next Farm Bill: Unfunded and Early-Expiring Provisions
Report No. R41433
Subjects: Agriculture
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/29/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Food Safety on the Farm: Federal Programs and Legislative Action
Report No. RL34612
Subjects: Agriculture; Food; Health Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Medicaid: The Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP)
Report No. RL32950
Subjects: Health Policy; Welfare
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Veterans Affairs: Health Care and Benefits for Veterans Exposed to Agent Orange
Report No. RL34370
Subjects: Veterans; Health Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Recreation on Federal Lands
Report No. RL33525
Subjects: Public Lands
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Broadband Internet Access and the Digital Divide: Federal Assistance Programs
Report No. RL30719
Subjects: Telecommunications
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/23/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Child Well-Being and Noncustodial Fathers
Report No. R41431
Subjects: Children; Families
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/28/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Job Growth During the Recovery
Report No. R41434
Subjects: Economic Policy; Labor
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/30/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Federal Pell Grant Program of the Higher Education Act: Background, Recent Changes, and Current Legislative Issues
Report No. R41437
Subjects: Education; Finance
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/28/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Federal Employees' Retirement Programs: Budget and Trust Fund Issues
Report No. RL30023
Subjects: Civil Service; Government Employees; Pensions
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Veterans Benefits: Current Life Insurance Programs
Report No. R41435
Subjects: Veterans
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/30/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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Mortgage Markets in Selected Developed Countries
Report No. R41432
Subjects: Canada; Denmark; Finance; Housing; Australia, New Zealand, and Oceania
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/29/2010; Posted: 10/4/2010)
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*Selected federal documents below from CQ Roll Call Group are Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports. CRS Reports are substantive research reports often at the request of members of congress by staff at the Congressional Research Service. The selection fo documents received by the library is limited to those categories included in the subscription agreement. Since the library receives these materials under a license agreement they may not be posted on the web in full text. A subscription to this service through CQ Roll Call is required for online access. If you already have a subscription to this service, access to these documents should be possible from this site. For information regarding subscribing to CQ Roll Call Group Hot Docs services go to http://corporate.cqrollcall.com/wmspage.cfm?parm1=400. where you can request either a subscription or a free trial.

Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports Posted October 1, 2010*

Securities Investor Protection Corporation
Report No. RS21741
Subjects: Finance
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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Inland Waterways: Recent Proposals and Issues for Congress
Report No. R41430
Subjects: Transportation
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/29/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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China's Currency: An Analysis of the Economic Issues
Report No. RS21625
Subjects: Economic Policy; China
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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The Pigford Case: USDA Settlement of a Discrimination Suit by Black Farmers
Report No. RS20430
Subjects: Agriculture; Minorities
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/16/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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The Millennium Development Goals: The September 2010 U.N. High-level Meeting
Report No. R41410
Subjects: Foreign Aid
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/23/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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Patent-Eligibility of Process Claims Under Section 101 of the Patent Act: Bilski v. Kappos
Report No. R40803
Subjects: Intellectual Property
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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Expedited Funds Availability/Check-Holds
Report No. RS22036
Subjects: Consumers; Finance
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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Unauthorized Alien Students, Higher Education, and In-State Tuition Rates: A Legal Analysis
Report No. RS22500
Subjects: Education; Immigration
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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Qualified Charitable Distributions from Individual Retirement Accounts: A Fact Sheet
Report No. RS22766
Subjects: Pensions; Taxation
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/29/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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Trade Adjustment Assistance for Workers (TAA) and Reemployment Trade Adjustment Assistance (RTAA)
Report No. RS22718
Subjects: Elderly People; Labor; Trade
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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Child Support Enforcement: Program Basics
Report No. RS22380
Subjects: Children; Welfare
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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Landsat and the Data Continuity Mission
Report No. R40594
Subjects: Space Activities
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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U.S. National Science Foundation: An Overview
Report No. 95-307
Subjects: Science Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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Perchlorate Contamination of Drinking Water: Regulatory Issues and Legislative Actions
Report No. RS21961
Subjects: Water Pollution
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/21/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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The Federal Food Safety System: A Primer
Report No. RS22600
Subjects: Food; Health Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF): Program Overview and Issues
Report No. RS22037
Subjects: Infrastructure; Water Resources
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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Energy Tax Policy: Issues in the 111th Congress
Report No. R40999
Subjects: Energy; Taxation
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/20/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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Tax Credit Bonds: Overview and Analysis
Report No. R40523
Subjects: Finance; State and Local Government; Taxation
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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Congressional Liaison Offices of Selected Federal Agencies
Report No. 98-446
Subjects: Congress; Executive Branch Depts.
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/24/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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Campaign Finance: Potential Legislative and Policy Issues for the 111th Congress
Report No. R40091
Subjects: Elections
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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U.S. Security Assistance to Lebanon
Report No. R40485
Subjects: Lebanon
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/20/2010; Posted: 10/1/2010)
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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Statutory Language and Recent Issues
Report No. 98-921
Subjects: Disabled Persons
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/22/2010; Posted: 10/1/201
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*Selected federal documents below from CQ Roll Call Group are Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports. CRS Reports are substantive research reports often at the request of members of congress by staff at the Congressional Research Service. The selection fo documents received by the library is limited to those categories included in the subscription agreement. Since the library receives these materials under a license agreement they may not be posted on the web in full text. A subscription to this service through CQ Roll Call is required for online access. If you already have a subscription to this service, access to these documents should be possible from this site. For information regarding subscribing to CQ Roll Call Group Hot Docs services go to http://corporate.cqrollcall.com/wmspage.cfm?parm1=400. where you can request either a subscription or a free trial.

Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports Posted September 29, 2010*

Employee Stock Options: Tax Treatment and Tax Issues
Report No. RL31458
Subjects: Finance; Taxation
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/10/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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The Budget Reconciliation Process: The Senate's 'Byrd Rule'
Report No. RL30862
Subjects: Budget; Congress
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/13/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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Saving for College Through Qualified Tuition (Section 529) Programs
Report No. RL31214
Subjects: Education; Taxation
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/13/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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Research and Experimentation Tax Credit: Current Status and Selected Issues for Congress
Report No. RL31181
Subjects: Science Policy; Taxation
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/10/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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Retirement Benefits for Members of Congress
Report No. RL30631
Subjects: Congress; Pensions
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/14/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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Deregulating Genetically Engineered Alfalfa and Sugar Beets: Legal and Administrative Responses
Report No. R41395
Subjects: Agriculture
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/10/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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China and Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction and Missiles: Policy Issues
Report No. RL31555
Subjects: China
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/13/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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Unauthorized Alien Students: Issues and 'DREAM Act' Legislation
Report No. RL33863
Subjects: Education; Immigration
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/15/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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Food Safety on the Farm: Federal Programs and Legislative Action
Report No. RL34612
Subjects: Agriculture; Food; Health Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/16/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC): An Overview
Report No. RL31768
Subjects: Taxation
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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Supreme Court Appellate Jurisdiction Over Military Court Cases
Report No. RL34697
Subjects: Law; Defense Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/14/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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The Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010: Summary and Legislative History
Report No. R41157
Subjects: Budget
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/13/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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Small Business Expensing Allowance: Current Status, Legislative Proposals, and Economic Effects
Report No. RL31852
Subjects: Business; Taxation
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/15/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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Small Business Administration 7(a) Loan Guaranty Program
Report No. R41146
Subjects: Business
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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Entering the Executive Branch of Government: Potential Conflicts of Interest With Previous Employments and Affiliations
Report No. RL31822
Subjects: Civil Service; Executive Branch Depts.; Government Employees
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/14/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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Small Business Legislation: H.R. 3854 and H.R. 5297
Report No. R41385
Subjects: Business
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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Distribution of Broadband Stimulus Grants and Loans: Applications and Awards
Report No. R41164
Subjects: Rural Affairs; Telecommunications
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/9/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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Appropriations and Fund Transfers in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA)
Report No. R41301
Subjects: Budget; Health Policy
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/13/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Final Rule Amending Title II and Title III Regulations
Report No. R41376
Subjects: Disabled Persons
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/16/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010)
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Small Business Administration HUBZone Program
Report No. R41268
Subjects: Business
CRS Reports, 111th Congress (9/17/2010; Posted: 9/29/2010
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*Selected federal documents below from CQ Roll Call Group are Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports. CRS Reports are substantive research reports often at the request of members of congress by staff at the Congressional Research Service. The selection fo documents received by the library is limited to those categories included in the subscription agreement. Since the library receives these materials under a license agreement they may not be posted on the web in full text. A subscription to this service through CQ Roll Call is required for online access. If you already have a subscription to this service, access to these documents should be possible from this site. For information regarding subscribing to CQ Roll Call Group Hot Docs services go to http://corporate.cqrollcall.com/wmspage.cfm?parm1=400. where you can request either a subscription or a free trial.