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Please Note this version only contains Division E-- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT REFORM ACT(Now the Clinger/Cohen Act)s.1124 One Hundred Fourth Congress of the United States of America AT THE SECOND SESSION Begun and held at the City of Washington on Wednesday, the third day of January, one thousand nine hundred and ninety-six ..

  Understanding Colorado Disability through the Eyes of the DDS What is the DDS? It’s the Disability Determination Services. Every state has one. But if you’re a resident in Colorado, it would be prudent to know what your specific office in the state does and why. The Details of the DDS While CO disability laws essentially operate ou..

In the state of Colorado, unemployment benefits are paid by the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment. Colorado unemployment benefits, also known as unemployment insurance provides temporary and partial wage relief and replacement to individuals who have been unemployed through no fault of their own, and have not been able to find a replacement job. The money to fund..

Communism is a political process whose most widely-accepted incarnation is credited to the Russian philosopher Karl Marx. The etymology of the word 'Communism' is suggestive of the ideals that are latent within its ideology; a communist society promotes a communal - and collective - ownership and method of production - this methodology opposes the ideals of a capitalist society..

A Congressman is another term for a member of the House of Representatives. These are individuals who represent smaller constituencies their respective states. Congressman BackgroundThe title of congressman has traditionally been reserved for members of the House of Representatives. These are elected officials who have been brought to the highest governing body in the Unit..

Guide to Connecticut Disability BenefitsIf you become disabled in Connecticut, you may have several options for receiving CT disability benefits.  This guide will explain the differences between Connecticut disability benefits provided through workers' compensation, Social Security, and private insurers.  If you have additional questions about CT disability benefits o..

Guide to Connecticut Unemployment BenefitsIf you are a Connecticut resident who has become unemployed recently through no fault of your own, you may qualify for CT unemployment benefits.  Connecticut unemployment benefits can help you get through your period of unemployment and pay your bills while you are looking for a new job.  This guide will teach you about some o..

  When was the Copyright Act of 1909 Signed into Law? President Theodore Roosevelt signed the Act into law on March 4, 1909.  The Act of 1909 was the third general revision of copyright laws since 1790, and it was one of Roosevelt’s last official acts signed into law.  The Copyright Act of 1909 was eventually superseded by the Copyright Ac..

The Court of Protection is a specific kind of English court which is designed to fulfill a particular overall purpose within the English legal system. The Court of Protection was actually only created relatively recently, as the result of the Mental Capacity Act of 2005 in England. The Act established the Court of Protection as a court for the sake of those individuals who do n..

  Daecheongdo is a small island controlled by South Korea.  The island is only 4.88 square miles, but it serves as a strategic and important military point because it lies near the Northern Limit Line and serves as a line between North and South Korea in The Yellow Sea.  As many as 10,000 people lived on the island during the Japanese occupation from 1..

In regard to politics and government bodies, the term whip is used to refer to a specific official within a government body or political party. For example, in the United States, many government bodies, such as the Congress and the Senate, have both Republican and Democratic whips. The government body in question will have both a Minority Whip and a Majority Whip. The Majority ..

Frequently Asked Questions about Delaware DisabilityWhat is short-term Delaware disability?Short-term Delaware disability entails benefits for individuals who suffer from one of the following problems and therefore earn less than twenty percent of their pre-disability weekly earnings:1. Accidental bodily injury;2. Sickness;3. Mental Illness;4. Pregnancy;5. Substance Abuse.Short..

Department of Public Welfare BackgroundA Department of Public Welfare is an organization that is operated by the government, and which is responsible for upholding and protecting the general welfare of its citizens. These organizations are obligated to provide the services and assistance that is necessary to ensure the health and welfare of residents. Idaho Department of H..

  What is Diplomatic Immunity?   Diplomatic immunity is recognized under international law exempts foreign government officials from the jurisdiction of local courts and other local authorities.  The immunity does not mean diplomatic officials have free rein when they go to a foreign country.  It simply lets the diplomat do his or her ..

Food stamp qualification takes into account many variables. Food State Programs in the United States are run by individual states. As a result of this local status, the requirements and application process will differentiate between states. That being said, to qualify for food stamps citizens of every state must apply through either the state's Social Security Offices or their ..