Government Information

http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/mideast/R42443.pdf

This report analyzes key factors that may influence current Israeli political decisions relating to a possible strike on Iranian nuclear facilities.  These include views of Israeli leaders, regional and international stances as perceived by Israel, potential effects and risks of a possible strike, and responses anticipated by Israel from Iran and its allies.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

http://www.parliament.uk/briefing-papers/RP12-14.pdf

Examines the background to the TSCG, the reasons for the United Kingdom’s nonparticipation, and the implications of its refusal, including British isolation within the European Union and a less effective treaty.  From the Library of the House of Commons

http://www.parliament.uk/briefing-papers/SN06274.pdf

Discusses goals and provisions of the Treaty on Stability, Co-ordination and Governance in the Economic and Monetary Union, agreed to by European Union nations, except for the United Kingdom, to alleviate the financial and Euro debt crisis.  Also discusses issues and criticisms of the treaty.  From the Library of the House of Commons

http://www.census.gov/newsroom/releases/archives/american_community_survey_acs/cb12-51.html

Press release which discusses the release of data files which measure the flow of people migrating from one part of the U.S. to another and includes links to the data.  Provides tables for each county in the nation showing both inflows and outflows over the five year period.  From the Census Bureau.

http://www.ftc.gov/os/2012/03/120326privacyreport.pdf

Calls upon businesses to implement best practices by making privacy the default setting for commercial data practices and by giving consumers greater control over the collection and use of their personal data.  From the Federal Trade Commission

http://www.governor.virginia.gov/news/viewRelease.cfm?id=1186

Press release which announces approval by the Virginia Marine Resources Commission for construction of a 479 foot tall wind turbine generator in the lower Chesapeake Bay.  The project will also require approval from the Army Corps of Engineers and review by the Coast Guard.  A scientific study, proposed by the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, of the potential impact on marine life of the turbine’s noise during various wind and weather conditions will also have to be completed.  From the Governor’s Office