http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R44214.pdf
Explains what a continuing resolution is and how it substitutes for the failure by Congress to pass regular appropriation bills. Also provides summaries of so-called “anomalies” which have the effect of creating new law or changing existing law. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists
http://www.gulfspillrestoration.noaa.gov/restoration-planning/gulf-plan/
Proposes a comprehensive integrated ecosystem restoration plan over the next 15 years financed by penalties imposed upon BP. The proposed settlement and restoration plan is open for public comment through 12/4/2015. From the Justice Department
Press release announcing settlement between U.S. and Gulf States with British Petroleum to resolve civil claims arising from the April 20, 2010 Macondo well blowout and oil spill. The settlement, expected to exceed $20 billion, is the largest with a single entity in Justice Department history. From the Department of Justice
https://www.congress.gov/bill/114th-congress/house-bill/719
The legislation that staved off a government shutdown in October 2015 by providing for FY2016 Continuing Appropriations. From Congress.gov
Describes five defining features of the trade agreement which is designed to promote open trade and regional integration. Also provides a summary of the 30 chapters covering such topics as trade rules, customs, intellectual property, electronic commerce, labor, environment, competition policy, and dispute settlement. From the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative
Press release which announces the conclusion of the trade agreement among trade ministers of the 12 countries involved in the negotiations. Also describes next steps before implementation can occur. Claims to promote liberalized trade arrangements in goods and services while taking into account differing levels of development among the countries. From the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative