Paul Jenks describes how the committee markup is where the real work of Congress takes place. According to Paul, in the House, where floor amendments can be strictly regulated, they are the only place a member can propose a change. In some cases, the actual bill is written completely in a markup. This usually happens for appropriations bills, but is done increasingly for other really big bills.
Beth Wellington reviews the contentious debate underway on the state, national and international level, concerning efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from automobiles.
Heather A. Phillips recommends this book focusing on parallels between the 1940s Red Scare and current fears about terrorism. In this detailed account, the Weigands tell a cautionary tale of innocent people caught up in the madness of their times.
According to Scott A. Hodes, there has been much talk of new laws and initiatives to make FOIA friendlier to the public. As 2008 begins, the OPEN Government Act of 2007 becomes law, but much work in this area remains ahead.
The use of the veto and how Congress deals with it is the focus of Paul Jenks’ article this month.
This month Brett Burney provides a solution for all those cell phone users who have no signal when at home, leaving them no option but to stand in the driveway or backyard. He also recommends a teeny-tiny micro Secure digital card.
This month Jan Bissett and Margi Heinen update their guide on service of process resources that includes free and fee-based online services from legal publishers, the federal government, associations and key professionals.
Beth Wellington discusses the challenges inherent in overhauling tax legislation.
Conrad J. Jacoby clearly documents how the 2006 amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure impact litigants regarding the proper scope of electronic discovery.
Heather A. Phillips reviews former Nixon White House Counsel John Dean’s new book that includes personal insights and commentary on all three branches of government.