Recent CRS Reports – March 2023

“Senate Select Committee on Ethics: A Brief History of Its Evolution and Jurisdiction,” CRS Report RL30650, March 31, 2023 (11-page PDF) “House Office of Congressional Ethics: History, Authority, and Procedures,” CRS Report R40760, March 31, 2023 (40-page PDF) “House Committee on Ethics: A Brief History of Its Evolution and Jurisdiction,” CRS Report 98-15, March 31, … Read more

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Recent CRS Reports – February 2023

“Constitutional Authority Statements: A Quick Guide,” CRS In Focus IF12335, February 27, 2023 (5-page PDF) “Congressional Disapproval of District of Columbia Laws Under the Home Rule Act,” CRS Insights IN12119, February 27, 2023 (5-page PDF) “The Congressional Review Act (CRA): A Brief Overview,” CRS In Focus IF10023, February 27, 2023 (5-page PDF) “East Palestine, OH, … Read more

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Recent CRS Reports – January 2023

“Federalism-Based Limitations on Congressional Power: An Overview,” CRS Report R45323, January 31, 2023 (50-page PDF) “Discharge Procedure in the House,” CRS Report R45920, January 26, 2023 (8-page PDF) “Constituent Services: Overview and Resources,” CRS Report R44726, January 23, 2023 (12-page PDF) “Enforceable Spending Allocations in the Congressional Budget Process: 302(a)s and 302(b)s,” CRS Report R47388, … Read more

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Congressional Control over the Supreme Court (CRS R47382)

The Constitution’s Framers structured the Constitution to promote the separation of powers and protect the federal courts from undue influence by Congress and the executive branch. Among the federal courts, the Constitution grants the Supreme Court special status. As a historical matter, Congress has also traditionally recognized that the Supreme Court plays a unique role … Read more

Recent CRS Reports – December 2022

“The OPEN Government Data Act: A Primer,” CRS In Focus IF12299, December 29, 2022 (5-page PDF) “The Debt Limit Since 2011,” CRS Report R43389, December 23, 2022 (44-page PDF) “Penny: History and Current Status,” CRS Report IF12293, December 22, 2022 (5-page PDF) “Congressional Oversight Manual,” CRS Report RL30240, December 22, 2022 (140-page PDF) “The Right … Read more

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Recent CRS Reports – November 2022

“The Debt Limit,” CRS In Focus IF10292, November 22, 2022 (5-page PDF) “Offering an Amendment on the House Floor: Current Practice,” CRS Report R47314, November 22, 2022 (21-page PDF) “Constituent Services: Overview and Resources,” CRS In Focus IF10503, November 22, 2022 (5-page PDF) “Expiration of the Discretionary Spending Limits: Frequently Asked Questions,” CRS Report R46752, … Read more

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Recent CRS Reports – October 2022

“Legislative Branch Appropriations: Frequently Asked Questions,” CRS Report R43397, October 31, 2022 (15-page PDF) “Legislative Branch: FY2023 Appropriations,” CRS Report R47296, October 27, 2022 (43-page PDF) “House Committee on Ethics: A Brief History of Its Evolution and Jurisdiction,” CRS 98-15, October 27, 2022 (38-page PDF) “The Federal Role in Apportionment and Congressional Redistricting: CRS Resources,” … Read more

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Recent CRS Reports – September 2022

“Membership of the 117th Congress: A Profile,” CRS Report R46705, September 30, 2022 (17-page PDF) “House Committee Staff Pay, Selected Positions, 2001-2021,” CRS Report R44322, September 29, 2022 (27-page PDF) “The Budget Reconciliation Process: The Senate’s ‘Byrd Rule’,” CRS Report RL30862, September 28, 2022 (45-page PDF) “Is Possession of Cash Evidence of a Crime?” CRS … Read more

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Recent CRS Reports – August 2022

“Membership of the 117th Congress: A Profile,” CRS Report R46705, August 31, 2022 (17-page PDF) “Women in Congress, 1917-2022: Service Dates and Committee Assignments by Member, and Lists by State and Congress,” CRS Report RL30261, August 30, 2022 (11-page PDF) “The Mar-a-Lago Search Warrant: A Legal Introduction,” CRS Legal Sidebar LSB10810, August 29, 2022 (8-page … Read more

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Recent CRS Reports – July 2022

“Statehood Process and Political Status of U.S. Territories: Brief Policy Background,” CRS In Focus IF11792, July 29, 2022 (5-page PDF) “Suspension of the Rules in the House: Principal Features,” CRS Report 98-314, July 22, 2022 (11-page PDF) “Considering Legislation on the House Floor: Common Practices in Brief,” CRS Report xxxxx, July xx, 2022 (11-page PDF) … Read more

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