WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45618) entitled "The International Emergency Economic Powers Act: Origins, Evolution, and Use": Here are excerpts of the report issued on July 14 and was co-authored by Christopher A. Casey, coordinator and analyst in international trade and finance, Ian F. Fergusson, specialist in international trade and finance, Dianne E. Rennack, specialist in foreign policy legislation, and Jennifer K. Elsea, legisla more PR

WASHINGTON, July 18 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46398) entitled "Motor Vehicle Safety: Issues for Congress". Here are excerpts of the report issued on July 10 and written by Bill Canis, specialist in industrial organization and business: Summary: Vehicle safety is a significant issue as Congress considers a replacement for the current authorization of surface transportation programs, the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act; P.L. 114 more PR

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46450) entitled "Presidential Succession: Perspectives and Contemporary Issues for Congress". Here are excerpts of the report issued on July 14 and written by Thomas H. Neale, specialist in American National Government: Summary: Succession to the office of President of the United States is provided for by the Twenty-Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and Title 3, Section 19 of the U.S. Code (3 U.S more PR

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, July 21 -- The Oklahoma Democratic Party issued the following news release: The Oklahoma Democratic Party mourns the passing of U.S. Congressman John Lewis, legendary activist and civil rights leader who was known for his life-risking actions for justice, humility, and forgiveness. John Lewis inspired a movement fighting racism and civil injustice. Lewis was a follower and friend of Martin Luther King Jr., participating alongside him in lunch counter sit-ins, joined th more PR

WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Sen. David Perdue, R-Georgia, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator David Perdue (R-GA) led a Senate wide resolution commemorating the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis. Read the text of the resolution here https://www.perdue.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/Congressman%20John%20Lewis%20Resolution.pdf or below. Whereas the Senate mourns the loss of John Lewis, a titan in the struggle for civil rights and equality for all races, and commemorates his life and ac more PR