Number: 96-562 Title: Military Base Closures Since 1988: Status and Employment Changes at the Community and State Level Authors: George H. Siehl, Foreign Affairs and National Defense Division; and Edward Knight, Economics Division Abstract: This report compiles Department of Defense (DOD) data on major base closures and employment changes at all DOD facilities affected by the base realignment and closure (BRAC) process since 1988. It also assesses (1) the process and issues associated with the closure and reuse of major installations, (2) the employment effects of all BRAC actions at the community and state level, and (3) the federal role in assisting communities, workers, and businesses affected by these actions. Pages: 61 Date: Updated February 26, 1997