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House subcommittee examines rising health insurance premiums with industry leaders

Congressman Morgan Griffith, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Health, led a hearing in Washington, D.C. to examine health insurance affordability and the rising costs affecting Americans.


Walberg supports Pregnant Students' Rights Act aimed at improving guidance for expecting mothers

Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) spoke on the House Floor in support of H.R. 6359, known as the Pregnant Students' Rights Act.


Congressional delegation visits Central America to address concerns over Chinese influence

A bipartisan delegation from the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, led by Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI), traveled to Central America to meet with national leaders and discuss concerns about China’s expanding presence in the...


Chairman Steil addresses oversight hearing on Government Publishing Office's adaptation in digital era

Chairman Bryan Steil (WI-01) delivered opening remarks at the Full Committee Hearing titled "Oversight of the Government Publishing Office in the Digital-First Era."


House committee advances bills on charter schools expansion and boxing safety

The House Education and Workforce Committee has approved three bills aimed at expanding charter school opportunities and improving safety in professional boxing.


House Energy and Commerce Committee reviews bills on clean air reforms and public safety alerts

Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, opened the committee's first full markup session of 2026 by reflecting on the previous year's legislative activity.


House panel reviews bills on charter school expansion and boxer protections

Today, the House Education and Workforce Committee held a markup session to consider three bills focused on expanding educational opportunities through charter schools and enhancing protections for professional boxers.


Grassley urges renewed Robinson-Patman Act enforcement for small business protection

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley and Senator Mike Rounds have called on the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to strengthen enforcement of the Robinson-Patman Act.


Senator Bill Cassidy receives top pro-life rating for work on abortion policy

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), who serves as chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has received an A+ rating from Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America’s 2025 National Pro-Life Scorecard.


VA begins search for permanent leader of Veterans Benefits Administration

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced the creation of a commission to identify candidates for the leadership role at the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA).


Arrington urges bold action at House Budget hearing on rising health care costs

House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) delivered opening remarks at a hearing focused on addressing rising health care costs and their impact on the nation’s fiscal future.


House subcommittee to examine solutions for U.S. child care challenges

The Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education will hold a hearing tomorrow at 10:15 a.m. The session, titled "Who's Watching the Kids?


House subcommittee examines new strategies after major Minnesota federal program fraud

Subcommittee on Government Operations Chairman Pete Sessions (R-Texas) addressed the issue of fraud in federal programs during a hearing focused on innovative tools for detecting and preventing fraudulent activities.


Subcommittee reviews legislative options for strengthening U.S. motor vehicle safety

Congressman Gus Bilirakis, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, opened a hearing in Washington, D.C., to discuss legislative measures intended to modernize motor vehicle safety.


House subcommittee examines strengthening U.S. offensive cyber operations

Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection Chairman Andy Ogles (R-TN) addressed the need for the United States to strengthen its offensive cyber operations during a hearing in Washington, D.C. The session focused on how these...


House subcommittee examines measures for securing U.S. energy infrastructure

Yesterday, the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy held a legislative hearing to address the security of America's energy infrastructure in the face of growing cyber and physical threats.


Subcommittee reviews hunting and fishing access in national wildlife refuges

The Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries convened an oversight hearing to discuss public access to hunting and fishing and the maintenance of the National Wildlife Refuge System.


House subcommittee schedules hearing on factors affecting housing affordability

The Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs will hold a hearing titled “Housing Affordability: Saving the American Dream” on January 22, 2026.


House subcommittee schedules hearing on Mine Safety and Health Administration policies

The Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, led by Representative Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA), will hold a hearing to review the policies and priorities of the Mine Safety and Health Administration.


Vice Chairman McDowell discusses Coast Guard law enforcement at subcommittee hearing

At a hearing titled “Drugs, Thugs, and Fish: Examining Coast Guard Law Enforcement Effort,” Addison McDowell (R-NC), Vice Chairman of the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee, addressed the committee on the Coast Guard’s law...