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CRC is the public policy arm of the Library of Congress, it was formed in 1914 to provide timely, objective research on legislative issues.
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Major Studies and Issue Briefs of the Congressional Research Service. Bibliography and indexes. Guide: Reference JK 1108 .M252 1976-1988; Index: Ref JK1108 .M252 1988 on.
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