Congressional Research Service (Library of Congress)

The Congressional Research Service (CRS) assists Congress by supporting its legislative, oversight, and representative functions. CRS provides objective, analytical research and information to all Members and committees of Congress. Principles guiding the work of the Service, in accordance with its charter, are encompassed in the CRS mission. CRS serves Congress throughout the legislative process by providing comprehensive and reliable legislative research and analysis that are timely, objective, authoritative, and confidential, thereby contributing to an informed national legislature.