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Legislation seeks reversal of mining restrictions in Minnesota’s Superior National Forest
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House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources Chairman Pete Stauber (R-Minn.) has introduced a Congressional Review Act resolution aimed at reversing the Biden administration’s decision to withdraw 225,504 acres...


Congressional delegation travels To Copenhagen To strengthen ties With Denmark And discuss arctic Security
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A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers will travel to Copenhagen, Denmark, later this week as part of a congressional delegation led by Senator Chris Coons (D-DE).


Senate Agriculture Committee delays crypto market bill markup after bipartisan progress
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U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Chairman John Boozman announced that progress has been made in bipartisan discussions regarding legislation to address the structure of cryptocurrency markets.


House committees call top insurer CEOs for hearings on healthcare costs
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Congressional leaders are preparing to question top health insurance executives about the rising costs of health care and potential strategies to improve affordability.


Capito leads EPW Republicans in support for WOTUS revision proposal
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On January 9, Chairman Shelley Moore Capito (R-W. Va.) led all ten Republican members of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee in sending a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers.


Moolenaar and Nunn warn about risks of US reliance on China's critical minerals
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Select Committee Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Congressman Zach Nunn (R-IA) have raised concerns about China's control over critical minerals in an op-ed published by National Review.


Durbin responds to inquiry into Fed chair Powell amid concerns over DOJ actions
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U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, who serves as Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, has issued a statement following news that the U.S. Attorney’s office in the District of Columbia has started a criminal investigation into...


House passes Remote Access Security Act targeting foreign use of U.S. technology via cloud
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The House of Representatives has passed the Remote Access Security Act, a bipartisan bill intended to update the Export Control Reform Act by increasing federal powers to limit foreign adversaries' remote access to certain technologies through...


Interior Department launches U.S. Wildland Fire Service; Westerman issues statement
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The U.S. Department of the Interior has announced the creation of the U.S. Wildland Fire Service, a new agency intended to improve the nation’s response to wildfires.


House subcommittee schedules hearing on improving U.S. offensive cyber operations
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The House Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection will hold a hearing on January 13, 2026, to discuss ways to improve the United States' offensive cyber operations.


Ernst recognizes LeRette Funeral Chapel as Iowa small business of the week
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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, has named LeRette Funeral Chapel in Montgomery County as her Small Business of the Week.


Senate advances three-bill bipartisan funding package after remarks from Appropriations Chair Collins
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U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, addressed the Senate ahead of a key vote on a bipartisan three-bill funding package for Fiscal Year 2026.


Senate Appropriations Committee releases final fiscal year 2026 national security funding bills
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The Senate Appropriations Committee has released the final versions of two key funding bills for fiscal year 2026: the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs bill, and the Financial Services and General Government bill.


House Appropriations Committee introduces dual FY26 funding bills for financial services and national security
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The House Appropriations Committee has introduced the Financial Services and General Government and National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2026.


Senator Shaheen warns against prolonged US intervention in Venezuela amid domestic economic pressures
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U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen, Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has published an opinion piece in Fox News expressing concerns about the United States' increasing involvement in Venezuela and its impact on domestic economic...


Chairman Walberg comments on December jobs report and Republican economic policies
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Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) commented on the Department of Labor’s December jobs report, emphasizing the impact of Republican economic policies.


Senator Heinrich criticizes Trump administration’s actions on clean energy project permits
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U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich, Ranking Member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, addressed the Senate this week to discuss the future of permitting reform and its impact on energy costs and job creation across the country.


Republican Study Committee unveils budget plan prioritizing American agriculture
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The Republican Study Committee (RSC) has released a new budget proposal focused on supporting American agriculture while promoting fiscal responsibility.


Klobuchar leads Senate call for faster farm relief amid ongoing economic pressures
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Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, Poultry, and Food Safety, have led a group of 10...


Senate Republicans demand answers on alleged misuse of child care funds in Minnesota
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U.S. Senate Republicans, led by Bill Cassidy (R-LA), chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, have called for greater accountability from outgoing Minnesota Governor Tim Walz following reports of widespread...