The National Minimum Drinking Age (NMDA) law reqiures that States not in the compliance with the 21-minimum-age-law by fiscal year 1987 face a loss of a portion of their Federal-aid highway funds. The report discusses the provisions and sanction effects.,Abstract -- Legislative Background -- Provisions in the NMDA Law -- State Status Under the NMDA Law -- Sanction Effect on the States.,William A. Lipford, Analyst in Transportation, Economics Division,CRS 84-784 E,"October 29, 1984.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

This comparison shows the main features of the Administration's enterprise zone bills, and of the several bills that have been introduced in the 98th Congress as alternatives. These are the bills that have been the subject of hearings. H.R. 1735 (Mitchell) and S. 634 (Hart et al.) are companion bills emphasizing participation by residents and community organizations in Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP's) and General Stock Ownership Corporations (GSOC's). H.R. 2375 (Nowak) includes provisions for extension of the Economic Development Administration programs and increased activity by the Small Business Administration, in addition to the tax incentives featured in the other bills.,Charlotte Breckenridge, Analyst in Regional Economics, Economics Divsion,CRS 84-706 E,"July 30, 1984.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

This paper provides a series of tables on U.S. agricultural exports in terms of both value and volume since 1977. By covering a nine-year period, the tables demonstrate export growth and decline. U.S. agricultural exports in 1986 are just above 1977's, and the 1986 trade balance is the lowest in the nine-year period covered in this paper.,Donna U. Vogt, Analyst, and Barry Carr, Specialist, Environmental and Natural Resources Policy Division.,CRS 87-331 ENR,"April 14, 1987.","This report updates CRS Report No. 87-98, February 10, 1987.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

The Fitzgerald Act (National Apprenticeship Act) of 1937 serves as the charter for the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training in the Department of Labor. It also provides the legal framework for the Federal Government's involvement in apprenticeship training programs. Briefly, this paper examines the evolution of apprentice training in America, the provisions of the Fitzgerald Act, and recent legislative interest in apprentice training.,Abstract -- Introduction -- Evolution of Apprenticeship and of the Fitzgerald Act. Early Development of Apprentice Training ; The Fitzgerald Act -- How Apprenticeship Works -- Areas of Possible Policy Concern -- Recent Legislative Interest in Apprenticeship Training. The 98th Congress (1983-1984) ; The 99th Congress (1985-1986) -- Legislation of the 99th Congress.,CRS 85-991 E,"October 15, 1985.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

On August 11, 1984 the President signed into law H.R. 1310, the "Education for Economic Security Act" (P.L. 98-377). This paper presents a summary and analysis highlighting the major provisions of this legislation. Part I presents an overview of selected aspects of the legislation. Part II includes a detailed summary and analysis of various provisions of P.L. 98-377, including a description of program activities, legislative requirements and financial support authorized.,Abstract -- Introduction -- Overview. Legislative Focus ; Funding ; Similar Education Legislation -- Summary of Major Provisions. Title I: National Science Foundation Math and Science Programs ; Title II: Education for Economic Security ; Title III: Partnership in Education Programs ; Title IV: Presidential Awards for Teaching Excellence ; Title V: Asbestos Abatement Program ; Title VI: Excellence in Education Program ; Title VII: Magnet Schools Assistance ; Title VIII: Equal Access Act.,CRS 84-782 S,"October 19, 1984.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

The Education Amendments of 1984 amended the Adult Education Act, extending it through FY 1988, with $140 million authorized for Fy 1985. The 1984 amendments gave the States increased flexibility regarding advisory councils, but data reporting requirements were increased. The provision of programs to benefit educationally disadvantaged adults remains the basic program purpose.,CRS 84-829 EPW,"November 5, 1984.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

In additiion to making numerous changes in the tax code, the Deficit Reduction Act (P.L. 98-369) amends many social welfare programs including Medicare, Medicaid, Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security, Veterans' programs, and the Earned Income Tax Credit. This paper summarizes the social welfare changes in P.L. 98-369.,CRS 84-749,"September 21, 1984.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

This paper provides a summary and an analysis of issues related to two programs added to the Higher Education Act which authorize assistance to experienced elementary and secondary school teachers and college students preparing to become teachers.,CRS 84-827 EPW,"November 5, 1984.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

Net outlays for the U.S. Department of Agriculture's commodity price support programs will reach a record $26 billion or more in fiscal 1986. This report briefly discusses how these programs are funded, who benefits from them, and their cost to taxpayers.,CRS 86-1012 ENR,"September 1986.","Revised November 1986.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

The general sales or gross receipts tax is the largest single producer of State tax revenues for the 50 States combined, accounting for about 31 percent of total State tax collections in fiscal year 1983. In recent years, the trend has been to exempt food and drug purchases from the tax base while increasing the tax rate on the lower base. This report incorporates the changes in this area during the State legislative sessions of 1984.,CRS 84-758 E,"September 25, 1984.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3