By T. J. Graves | Oct 13, 2025
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has announced that Congress, under the leadership of Representative Sam Graves and the House Transportation Committee, is in the process of drafting the next federal surface transportation...
By T. J. Graves | Oct 7, 2025
The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) has announced its endorsement of the Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R.5258).
By T. J. Graves | Sep 25, 2025
The Department of Justice has announced the results of Operation Relentless Justice, a coordinated nationwide initiative targeting child sex predators.
By T. J. Graves | Sep 24, 2025
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has released recommendations for Congress regarding the upcoming surface transportation reauthorization.
By T. J. Graves | Sep 15, 2025
EveryCRSReport has announced the release of a new Congressional Research Service (CRS) report that outlines policy options for reauthorizing federal public transportation funding ahead of the 2026 deadline.
By T. J. Graves | Feb 19, 2025
Jimmy Wayne Hammonds has been sentenced to nine months in federal prison after pleading guilty to wildlife trafficking while already on probation for similar offenses. Authorities say he attempted illegal sales using encrypted messaging apps and social media accounts tied to his exotic animal business.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2024
The Department of Justice has reached an agreement with the American Giants Museum in Atlanta, Illinois after investigating accessibility concerns under federal disability law. The museum will make multiple improvements following reported barriers affecting visitors with disabilities.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 1, 2021
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of Illinois reported collections totaling $5,236,030.66 from criminal and civil actions during Fiscal Year 2025.