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Rep. Smith introduces bill to address child labor used in Congo cobalt mining
U.S. Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), who is Chair of the House Global Human Rights Subcommittee, introduced legislation to the U.S. House of Representatives to prevent cobalt that is obtained or processed with the aid of child labor from entering or being used by the U.S.
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Gallagher: Bill would restrict China 'and other adversaries purchasing land for malign purposes'
U.S. Reps. Mike Gallagher (R-Wisc.) and Mike Thompson (D-Calif.) have introduced a bill that would broaden the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States' (CFIUS) jurisdiction over land purchases by foreign investors.
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Rodgers: 'We need to cut off the supply of illegal drugs and hold traffickers accountable'
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., said the fentanyl crisis has affected all communities in the U.S. and must be stopped.
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No comment from Rep. Delia Ramirez as New Natural Asset Companies provide financial incentives for conservation efforts
According to Rep. Delia Ramirez's (D-Ill.) campaign website, Ramirez "understands that we are at a crisis point to act on climate change and that we need swift and decisive action to prevent a climate catastrophe." The website emphasizes "that future generations are depending on our leaders today to take bold and principled stances to end our reliance on fossil fuels, make a full transition to clean energy, and transform our economy to be greener and cleaner."
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No comment from Rep. Summer Lee as New Natural Asset Companies seek to incentivize investment in conservation efforts
According to Inside Climate News, Rep. Summer Lee (D-Pa.) is "an avid environmental justice advocate and supporter of a Green New Deal". She also recently tweeted "I know firsthand that health justice is climate justice – & I’m fighting for a Green New Deal so that kids in my community can thrive & survive."
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No comment from U.S. Rep. Jamaal Bowman as 'natural asset companies' seek approval for land conservation efforts
U.S. Rep. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., did not respond to Federal Newswire's request for comment on Natural Asset Companies seeking approval for land conservation efforts.
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No comment from U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley as 'natural asset companies' push for land conservation efforts
U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., did not respond to Federal Newswire's request for comment on Natural Asset Companies seeking approval for land conservation efforts.
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No comment from U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar as 'natural asset companies' seek approval for land conservation efforts
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., did not respond to Federal Newswire's request for comment on Natural Asset Companies seeking approval for land conservation efforts.
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No comment from Ocasio-Cortez as 'natural asset' companies seek approval for land conservation efforts
U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., did not respond to Federal Newswire's request for comment on Natural Asset Companies seeking approval for land conservation efforts.
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No comment from U.S. Rep. Greg Casar as New Natural Asset Companies incentivize investment in conservation efforts
Rep. Greg Casar, D-Texas, did not respond to Federal Newswire's request for comment on Natural Asset Companies seeking approval for land conservation efforts.
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No comment from Rep. Cori Bush on Natural Asset Companies offering financial incentives to promote conservation efforts
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Intrinsic Exchange Group (IEG) have collaborated to introduce Natural Asset Companies (NACs), an asset class aimed at turning ecosystems and related services into tradable financial assets. Conservationists, however, argue that NACS only benefit wealthy investment firms and could eventually lead to the privatization of public assets.
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Rep. Neal Dunn Sounds the Alarm on China's Economic Warfare and Fentanyl Crisis: A Candid Interview
U.S. Representative Neal Dunn (R) represents the 2nd congressional district of Florida and is a member of the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party. He served in the Army as a surgeon.
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Rep. Burchett reintroduces Fentanyl Trafficker Elimination Act: ‘We have got to stop this epidemic'
U.S. Rep. Tim Burchett recently reintroduced legislation into congress, which would stiffen penalties for trafficking illegal fentanyl in the United States.
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Gallagher expresses urgent need to combat Mexican drug cartels and Chinese influence
U.S. Representative Mike Gallagher, Chairman of the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, told Federal Newswire last week that he is concerned about the alarming rise of Mexican drug cartels and their ties to Chinese influences.
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America in the Crosshairs: Rep. Mike Gallagher’s Strategy Amidst a Turbulent Rivalry with China
U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher represents Wisconsin's 8th congressional district.
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Arizona state rep. files impeachment articles against Mayorkas: 'We owe [the American people] his removal from public office'
Arizona State Rep. Andy Biggs has filed articles of impeachment against U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, calling on his colleagues to advance the proceedings.
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Bob Levey: Navigating the Changing Tides of Washington, Journalism, and the Internet Age
Bob Levey is a prize-winning journalist who has covered the Washington scene since the Johnson Administration. He is the author of Larry Felder, Candidate.
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American Forest & Paper Association urges Congress to pass SHIP IT Act
The American Forest & Paper Associations is urging Congress to pass comprehensive legislation that would ensure the trucking supply chain continues to operate smoothly and without interruption.
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GOP congressmen back annual review of China's human rights record
U.S. Reps. Tom Tiffany (R-Wis.) and Chris Smith (R-N.J.) have reintroduced legislation that would require the president to assess China’s human rights record annually and use those findings to evaluate the status of U.S.-China trade.
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Weekend Interview: Andy Harris
U.S. Representative Andy Harris was elected in 2010 to represent the 1st Congressional District of Maryland. Before entering politics he was a practicing anesthesiologist and medical officer in the Naval Reserve.