This packet of materials is designed as a basic guide for community-based organizations (CBOs) interested in tracking the use of State Legalization Impact Assistance Grants (SLIAG) funds and in advocating that they be used efficiently and effectively. The SLIAG program was created under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA) to…

The Commission on Preservation and Access sought to increase its knowledge of Latin American microfilms produced and available outside of Latin America itself by studying Latin Americanist microfilming activity in the United States. The immediate goal of this study was to minimize unnecessary Latin American filming duplication. This report…

This report summarizes the proceedings of a meeting which was convened to build a network of contact people to discuss current models of library-based literacy programs, and to focus on resolutions to be taken back to the states for the upcoming White House Conference in 1991. The almost 100 participants in the forum included state library staff…

The first witness in this oversight hearing on the school lunch program, the Assistant Secretary for Food and Consumer Services (Department of Agriculture), presented the findings of a study on child nutrition programs mandated by Congress and discussed the Reagan Administration's view of the status of the programs as a whole, including its policy…

Intended for parents and legal guardians of mentally retarded persons, the manual provides guidelines for estate planning. An overview of definitions, causes, and prevalence factors in retardation is followed by reviews of the major financial assistance governmental programs such as Medicare, and Supplemental Security Income, and of legal…

Points out misunderstandings between the scientific community in the United States and the majority of elected representatives. Reviews the confrontation between the Congress and the scientific establishment over grant procedures used by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the degree of control that Congress exerts over the awarding of…

Contending that the practice of setting tuition levels on the basis of comparison with other institutions is not appropriate, the author proposes that more attention be given to the state's budgetary needs and tax structure, requiring changed attitudes toward taxes and public services. When this is impossible tuition increases will be necessary.…

Provides some ideas for developing an arts program and suggests some sources of funding. (IRT)

Asserts that the structure and support of the scientific and technological enterprise has undergone a major change, and now faces a strong challenge in relation to society. Discusses various aspects of science and technology, such as economic factors, political influences, ethics and human values, and the advancement of knowledge. (MLH)

Outlines Ford's budget in the areas of basic research, energy, space, and defense, and reports on the administration's overall budget strategy. (GS)

Reports on a study to determine whether the proportions of self-supporting students are rising. Results indicate their proportions are increasing and administrative policy concerning these student must be formulated. (PG)

This article specifically describes an evaluation of a Community Health Advocate (CHA) program in a public housing development from the perspectives of various stakeholders. The evaluation consisted of semistructured interviews with advocates, case management, a Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee representative, and non-Advocate residents…

Discusses the Council of Teaching Hospitals Survey of House Staff Policy, including stipends, fringe benefits, sources of funding, rotating internships, minority physicians and foreign medical graduates. (PG)