Introduction: Law libraries are undergoing a transformation fueled by artificial intelligence (AI). While AI isn’t replacing law librarians, it has become a powerful tool that is changing how legal research is conducted and how libraries serve their patrons Modern law librarians leverage AI in various domains – from advanced legal…
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CBO Explains Common Sources of Uncertainty in Cost Estimates for Legislation
Report: February 13, 2025. Congressional Budget (CBO) cost estimates, which represent the agency’s best assessment of a bill’s budgetary effects, can be subject to uncertainty arising from various sources. CBO describes how it addresses six common sources of uncertainty. SUMMARY: The Congressional Budget Act of 1974 requires the Congressional Budget…
Congressional Budget Office Request for Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026
February 3, 2025. Congressional Budget office (CBO) requests appropriations of $75.8 million for fiscal year 2026. The requested amount is an increase of $5.8 million, or 8.2 percent, above the annualized funding (at the 2024 level) under the continuing resolution currently in effect. Request Summary: The Congressional Budget Office requests…
Tracking Executive Orders in the Second Trump Administration: A Selected List of Information Sources
The sheer volume of Executive Orders issued by the White House since the start of this administration can feel overwhelming, especially for those tasked with monitoring these actions regularly. To assist in navigating this fast-paced environment, we have reviewed over a hundred websites to identify the most reliable and direct…