Congressional Research Service The Library of CongressCRS Report for CongressReceived through the CRS WebOrder Code RL32565Survey of Federal Laws and RegulationsMandating Affirmative Action Goals, Set-asides, or Other Preference Based on Race, Gender, or EthnicitySeptember 7, 2004Charles V. DaleLegislative AttorneyAmerican Law Division Cassandra FoleyParalegal AssistantAmerican Law Division