Number: RL30836 Title: ENCRYPTION TECHNOLOGY: THE DEBATE IN THE 105TH AND 106TH CONGRESSES Authors: Richard M. Nunno, Resources, Science, and Industry Division Abstract: This report serves as a comprehensive overview of the evolution of debate and legislation that led to modifications to the U.S. encryption policy that took place in the 1990s and 2000. Pages: 16 Date: Updated January 22, 2001