Congressional Research Service

Basic Information

• Category: United States federal agency
• Website: https://www.loc.gov/crsinfo/about/

Evidence and Sources

• Congressional Research Service — Official Website (official)

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• Data status: Enriched
• Profile completeness: Source-backed profile (74/100)
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• Recorded profile date: 2026-04-23

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AI summary

The Congressional Research Service (CRS) serves as shared staff to congressional committees and Members of Congress. CRS experts assist at every stage of the legislative process — from the early considerations that precede bill drafting, through committee hearings and floor debate, to the oversight of enacted laws and various agency activities.

Available profile information

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• 1 official source linked for verification.

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