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Insulin Coverage Under Private Health Insurance and Medicare Part D: In Brief
Congressional Research Service · 2023-02-06 · Reports · 5,570 words · PDF available
Millions of individuals with diabetes in the United States require daily insulin injections to survive. Many of these individuals can face high list prices and rising cost-sharing requirements under t...
The National Trails System: A Brief Overview
Congressional Research Service · 2023-02-06 · Reports · 8,857 words · PDF available
The National Trails System was created in 1968 by the National Trails System Act (16 U.S.C. §§1241-1251). The system includes four types of trails: (1) national scenic trails (NSTs), which display sig...
Strong Dollar: Implications for U.S. Economy
Congressional Research Service · 2023-02-06 · Resources · 1,625 words · PDF available
Over the past decade the U.S. dollar has generally increased in value relative to other currencies, reaching new heights since the beginning of the current economic expansion. This appreciation result...
Crypto and Banking: Policy Issues
Congressional Research Service · 2023-02-06 · Resources · 1,796 words · PDF available
Some banks have expressed interest in offering services related to cryptocurrencies and other digital assets. Yet extreme and persistent price volatility—along with several high-profile scandals, scam...