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U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), who chairs the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has introduced two legislative proposals aimed at bolstering Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs).

Aderholt discusses American health priorities with new HHS Secretary

Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Chairman Robert Aderholt emphasized the need to strengthen public health in a hearing with U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr....

DOT outlines priorities in FY26 budget focusing on transportation safety

Transportation safety and infrastructure development were the main topics at a recent budget hearing with Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Sean Duffy.

Senator Cassidy discusses proposed HHS budget during committee hearing

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), who chairs the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, addressed a hearing with U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Lawmakers stress urgency to counter China's military expansion

Continuing their advocacy for a robust national defense, Defense Subcommittee Chairman Ken Calvert and Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole have raised concerns about China's rapid military expansion.

Senate HELP Committee to examine state of higher education next week

The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee is scheduled to conduct a hearing on the current state of higher education.

Ways and Means Committee advances Trump's economic agenda with new tax bill

On Tuesday, the Ways and Means Committee will mark up "The One, Big, Beautiful Bill," aiming to advance President Trump's economic agenda with a focus on pro-family and pro-worker tax provisions.

Senators propose bill for equitable access to facilities for charter schools

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy and Michael Bennet have reintroduced the Equitable Access to School Facilities Act.

Comer highlights GAO's role in improving government efficiency

House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer issued a statement regarding the Government Accountability Office's (GAO) annual Duplication and Fragmentation report.

Senator Cassidy hosts briefing on charter school innovation

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, is set to host an event titled "Chartering Excellence: A Policy Briefing on Charter School Innovation" on Thursday, May 15.

Lawmakers announce hearing on Inflation Reduction Act's impact on energy and medicine

Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs Chairman Eric Burlison and Subcommittee on Health Care and Financial Services Chairman Glenn Grothman have announced a joint hearing to examine the impact of the Inflation...

Legislation aims to improve retirement savings access for young American workers

By Federal Newswire | May 12, 2025

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy and Tim Kaine have reintroduced the Helping Young Americans Save for Retirement Act, aimed at improving access to employer-sponsored retirement plans for Americans aged 18 to 20.

Agriculture leaders discuss FY26 budget with Secretary Rollins

By Federal Newswire | May 10, 2025

Today, Agriculture Subcommittee Chairman Andy Harris and Committee Chairman Tom Cole engaged in an oversight hearing with Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins.

Senator Cassidy hosts event on strengthening access to charter schools

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy will host an event on May 15 to discuss enhancing access to charter schools.

Subcommittee announces police week roundtable on law enforcement challenges

The Subcommittee on Federal Law Enforcement, chaired by Clay Higgins (R-La.), has announced a roundtable event titled “A View From the Frontlines: A Police Week Roundtable on Emerging Issues Facing American Law Enforcement.” This discussion is...

Lawmakers review U.S. military strategy amid evolving global threats

This week, the House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee conducted hearings with leaders from the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Army to evaluate military readiness and strategic priorities.

Trump signs resolution overturning Biden-era overdraft fee rule

President Trump has signed into law a resolution led by Chairman Tim Scott to overturn a rule set by the Biden-era Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regarding overdraft fees.

Senator Cassidy addresses key issues during deputy HHS secretary nomination hearing

By Federal Newswire | May 8, 2025

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), who chairs the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, addressed the nomination of James O’Neill for Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services during a hearing in Washington on...

Senate HELP Committee to review PBGC director nominee Janet Dhillon

By Federal Newswire | May 8, 2025

On May 15, the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee will review Janet Dhillon's nomination for the position of Director at the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation.