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Federalism-Based Limitations on Congressional Power: An Overview
Congressional Research Service · 2023-01-31 · Reports · 27,046 words · PDF available
The U.S. Constitution establishes a system of dual sovereignty between the states and the federal government. Although the Supremacy Clause of the Constitution designates federal law as supreme to sta...
Immigration Relief for Noncitizen Crime Victims
Congressional Research Service · 2023-01-31 · Reports · 8,489 words · PDF available
Noncitizens (referred to as aliens in immigration law), like citizens, may be victims of crime in the United States. Noncitizen crime victims can be temporary nonimmigrants (e.g., tourists, students, ...
Oil and Gas Technology and Geothermal Energy Development
Congressional Research Service · 2023-01-31 · Reports · 11,201 words · PDF available
The U.S. energy industry is undergoing a decades-long transition that includes increased production of shale oil and natural gas, decreased reliance on coal-fired power plants, increased investment an...
Electric Utility Disconnections
Congressional Research Service · 2023-01-31 · Reports · 9,585 words · PDF available
When an electricity customer does not pay their electricity bill in full and on time, a process begins which can culminate in disconnection. Disconnections are closely related to electricity affordabi...
Improving Crime Victimization Data for Noncitizen Populations
Congressional Research Service · 2023-01-31 · Resources · 1,684 words · PDF available
Accurate and comprehensive crime data are vital to understanding the scope of criminal victimizations in the United States, including those affecting noncitizens and immigrant communities. These data ...