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The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child: Background and Policy Issues
This report provides an overview of CRC's background and structure and examines evolving U.S. policy toward the Convention, including past and current Administration positions and congressional perspectives. It also highlights issues for the 112th Congress, including the Convention's possible impact on federal and state laws, U.S. sovereignty, parental rights, and U.S. family planning and abortion policy. In addition, the report addresses the effectiveness of CRC in protecting the rights of children internationally and its potential use as an instrument of U.S. foreign policy. It will be updated as events warrant.
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R40484_08_14_2011.pdf
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Jun 09, 2011 | R40484 | 18 | $29.95 | Add to Cart |
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