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Featured items: 2004 (Archive)
Items previously featured on the GPO Access main page will indexed here by month and approximate order of appearance. The archiving of featured items was started in September of 2004.
December
November
![Cover of the New Member Pictorial Directory, 109th Congress](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/109newmems_cover.jpg) |
New Member Pictorial Directory: 109th Congress
The Pictorial Directory of the new members of the 109th Congress is now available on GPO Access. The entire Pictorial Directory is published biennially by the Congressional Joint Committee on Printing. |
![Flag of Afghanistan](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/afghanflag.gif) |
Afghanistan: Continuing Challenges
A hearing before the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations to examine the real challenges, despite successes, that remain to be faced in Afghanistan.
TEXT | PDF |
![Hand gun](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/tvviolence.jpg) |
The Effect of Television Violence on Children
A hearing before the House Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet to examine the effect of television violence on children, and the role policymakers should take because of it.
TEXT | PDF |
![Head of the Statue of Liberty](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/libertyhead.jpg) |
Refugees: Seeking Solutions to a Global Concern
A hearing before the Senate Subcommittee on Immigration, Border Security And Citizenship to discuss the worldwide refugee population, efforts to resettle refugees in the United States, and other viable solutions to their displacement.
TEXT | PDF |
![Medical Staff](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/medical.gif) |
2005 Relative Value Units
On November 15, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services released their Revisions to Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule for Calendar Year 2005, Final Rule, in the Federal Register. |
![Cover to Ben's Activity Book: Symbols of the U.S. Government](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/bensguide_cover.gif) |
Educational Resources from the Government Printing Office
Kick off a new and promising school year with Ben’s Activity Guide and other popular educational resources from the U.S. Government. Covering a wide range of topics, each resource is loaded with information, activities, and illustrations to make learning fun. |
October
![Fast Food.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/food.jpg) |
The Supersizing of America
A hearing before the House Committee on Government Reform to examine the increasing threat of obesity, what government is going to do to help people lead healthier lives, and how the government can provide greater health leadership.
TEXT | PDF |
![CD-R in jewel case.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/disc.gif) |
Piracy Deterrence and Education Act of 2004
On Sept. 28th the House passed the Piracy Deterrence and Education Act (H.R. 4077), a bill to enhance criminal enforcement of copyright laws and to educate the public about copyright law on the Internet. It provides criminal penalties for violation of copyright laws over peer-to-peer networks.
TEXT | PDF |
![Television](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/tv.gif) |
Finding the Right Media for the Message in the Middle East
A hearing before the Senate Subcommittee on International Operations and Terrorism to examine the Broadcasting Board of Governors and to evaluate whether the right media mix and media message has been found in the Middle East.
TEXT | PDF |
![Piggy bank.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/piggy_bank.gif) |
Helping Americans Save
A hearing before the Joint Economic Committee on the decline of savings in American households, the important role of savings in retirement and economic growth, and common-sense reforms which will make it easier for Americans to save. TEXT | PDF |
![Silver Dollars.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/silver_dollars.gif) |
Jamestown 400th Anniversary Coin Act
With the approach of the 400th anniversary of the Jamestown settlement, a law has been passed to provide for the minting of $1 and $5 commemorative coins which will raise awareness of the event and assist in raising funds to finance a suitable national observance. TEXT | PDF |
September
![Native Hawk emblem.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/hawk.gif) |
Handbook of North American Indians
The National Museum of the American Indian opens on Tuesday, September 21, 2004. Find out more about the Smithsonian's standard reference work, the Handbook of North American Indians, or purchase individual volumes of your own. |
![Gas pump.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/gasoline1.gif) |
Crude Oil: The Source of Higher Gas Prices?
A hearing before the Senate Subcommittee on Antitrust, Competition Policy and Consumer Rights on the causes of higher gas prices in the United States.
TEXT | PDF |
![Capitol dome.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/small_capitol8.jpg) |
Congressional Directory: August 2004 Online Revision
Published since 1888, the Congressional Directory presents short biographies of each member of the Senate and House, and additional data, such as committee memberships, terms of service, administrative assistants and/or secretaries, and room and telephone numbers. |
![Man with binoculars.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/spy.gif) |
Spyware: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You
A hearing before the House Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade, and Consumer Protection on the rampant growth of spyware, the threat it poses, and how to address it. TEXT | PDF |
![Spindle of CD-Rs.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/spindle.gif) |
Pirates of the 21st Century: the Curse of the Black Market
A hearing before a subcommittee of the Senate Committee on Gonvernmental Affairs concerning the effectiveness of the Federal Government's efforts to enforce intellectual property rights. TEXT | PDF |
August
![9-11 Commission Seal](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114021934im_/http://www.gpoaccess.gov/images/rotating/911_rotate.gif) |
Final Report of the 9-11 Commission
The Commission’s Final Report provides a full and complete account of the circumstances surrounding the September 11th, 2001 terrorist attacks. You may also purchase a copy of this report. |
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