Government Documents

Topics in the News

Ensuring Lawful Governance and Implementing the President’s “Department of Government Efficiency” Deregulatory Initiative.  

The White House. EXECUTIVE ORDER (Feb. 19, 2025)

U.S. Agency for International Development: An Overview by Emily M. McCabe 

U.S. Congressional Research Service, Jan. 6, 2025  (CRS IN FOCUS, IN 10261)

Enforcement of Court Orders Against the Executive Branch  by Joanna R. Lampe 

U.S. Congressional Research Service, Feb. 20, 2025  (CRS LEGAL SIDEBAR, LS11271)

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Budget: Background, Trends, and Policy Options   by Karl E. Schneider, Graham C. Tufts, and Baird Webel 

U.S. Congressional Research Service, Feb. 24, 2025  (CRS REPORT, R48295 )

Women’s History Month Speech Resources: Fact Sheet  by Elizabeth C. Larson

U.S. Congressional Research Service, Feb. 25, 2025  (CRS REPORT, R45125)

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)  by Emma K. Tatum and William R. Morton

U.S. Congressional Research Service, Feb. 26, 2025  (CRS IN FOCUS, IF10482)

Termination by the U.S. Department of Transportation of New York City’s Central Business District Tolling Program  by Ali E. Lohman and Alexander H. Pepper, Legislative Attorney   

U.S. Congressional Research Service, Feb. 26, 2025  (CRS IN FOCUS, IF12929)

Congressional and Presidential Authority to Impose Import Tariffs  by Christopher T. Zirpoli

U.S. Congressional Research Service, Feb. 27, 2025  (CRS REPORT, R48435)

March is Women’s History Month!  

First designated in 1980 by former President Jimmy Carter, this now month-long celebration is a time to honor the history of the Women’s Rights Movement and to recognize the many diverse experiences of women in America.  This year’s theme is “Women Educating and Inspiring Generations,” chosen as a way to “celebrate the collective strength and influence of women who have dedicated their lives to education, mentorship, and leadership.”  The Women’s Rights Movement was a social and political movement that aimed to lessen the gap between men and women in America, and while the U.S. has come a long way since its conception, people are still fighting for more equal rights for all Americans.  Consequently, Women’s History Month remains a holiday to honor those who have come before and continue after.

We invite you to browse some of our department’s resources and commemorative display as we celebrate Women’s History Month 2025!  The display can be found at Marx Library on 2nd Floor South with a pamphlet and 7-page bibliography for additional information.

Some recent reports from the Congressional Research Service:

History, Evolution, and Practices of the President’s State of the Union Address: Frequently Asked Questions (2/28/25)

Introduction to U.S. Economy: Fiscal Policy (2/27/25)

Trump Administration Deactivates the National Law Enforcement Accountability Database  (2/26/25)

International Discussions Concerning Lethal Autonomous Weapon Systems  (2/25/25)

The Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) List  (2/25/25)

The Impoundment Control Act of 1974: Background and Congressional Consideration of Rescissions  (2/25/25)

Critical Mineral Resources: National Policy and Critical Minerals List  (2/21/25)

Banking and Cryptocurrency: Policy Issues  (2/20/25)