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R42486Appropriations
The Bureau of Prisons (BOP): Operations and Budget
Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: June 2013
June 3, 2013
Summary
This report provides an overview of how the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) manages the growing federal prison population and examines the BOP's appropriations since FY1980.
Note: CRS reports are prepared for Members of Congress and their staffs. This summary is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.
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