LibGuides: ECON-223 Fiscal Policy in 21st Century (Zannoni): Government Information

The sources in this section are useful for finding insight into the efforts of elected officials in Washington to address campaign finance, and adjacent issues (e.g. inequality). Included are analyses of legislation, floor debates, House and Senate reports, comments from members of congress, etc. Limit your search to the past ten to fifteen years. Try searching for topics like campaign financing, lobbying, income inequality, or Citizens United.

Government Information

Citizens United v. FEC
This page on the FEC website provides background information about the Court case. Of particular interest is the vast collection of documents (all hyperlinked) related to the case.

CQ Almanac with Archives This link opens in a new window
Authoritative analysis on the major legislation and actions of Congress. Access is from 1945-present.
CQ Researcher plus Archive This link opens in a new window
Detailed reports on important public policy and social issues, for example women's health, education, public financing, etc.
Congress.gov This link opens in a new window
Indexes Congressional Reports and the Congressional Record (which includes roll call votes). Tracks legislation from the introduction through committee referral and back to the House or Senate for debate.
Congressional Research Service Reports This link opens in a new window
The Congressional Research Service is a division of the Library of Congress. At the request of Congress, they research and report on public policy issues which are often the topic of proposed legislation or foreign policy proposals. Extensive bibliographies are usually included.