The annual index provides access by topic, agency, or U.S. Code section number. A monthly List of Sections Affected updates the CFR by identifying new or revised regulations published in the Federal Register. Bill texts . Use the following sources as appropriate. Some sources provide texts for only the most recent years' bills.
Indexing is by subject and sponsor.
For online bill tracking sources, see the next item. This database indexes and abstracts Congressional committee hearings and reports, by subject, name, bill number, and public law number. Hearings are the transcripts of oral and written testimony provided to Congressional committees in formal sessions, and may include statements from members of the Administration, expert witnesses, or interest groups. Reports are the recommendations of committees on the bills referred to them, and often contain valuable background information on legislative proposals. Congressional Record .