State sponsors of terrorism and nations that fail to live up to their international obligations deserve special attention as potential facilitators of WMD terrorism.
Despite its increasing level of cooperation, Libya remained on the state sponsors of terrorism list and was subject to corresponding sanctions.
The United States continued to evaluate Libya's assurances to halt the use of violence for political purposes in light of allegations that Libyan officials attempted to facilitate the assassination of then-Saudi Crown Prince Abdullah in 2003.
The primary leaders in the General Assembly are the presiding officers, the floor leaders, and the committee chairpersons.
The Senate Majority Leader is a particularly powerful caucus leader, as he or she appoints committee chairpersons and committee members in the Senate.
The Auditor of State is required by law to annually examine the books, accounts, and records of every state department and to conduct or arrange audits of every local governmental body receiving state funds, including counties, cities, and school districts.