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House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) has voiced his support for H.R. 5140, the District of Columbia Juvenile Sentencing Reform Act.

Senators urge PSA Airlines to reach contract deal with 1,700 flight attendants

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), along with other members of the Senate, has called on PSA Airlines, Inc. to continue negotiations and reach a contract agreement with more than 1,700 flight attendants who have been bargaining for a new...

Federal subcommittee examines impact of Biden-era environmental enforcement on small businesses

A hearing held by the Federal Law Enforcement Subcommittee examined the Biden Administration’s approach to environmental enforcement, focusing on its impact on small businesses and individuals.

House subcommittee examines history and risks of federal weather modification

At a hearing titled “Playing God with the Weather — a Disastrous Forecast,” Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), chair of the Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency, addressed concerns about federal involvement in weather...

Oversight Committee releases new documents and correspondence on Epstein-Maxwell investigation

The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, led by Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.), has announced new developments in its ongoing review of the federal government’s investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.

Comer supports legislation aimed at changing juvenile crime laws in Washington D.C

House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) has voiced his support for H.R. 4922, known as the D.C. Criminal Reforms to Immediately Make Everyone Safer (D.C. CRIMES) Act.

Cruz urges U.S. support for Taiwanese inclusion at upcoming ICAO assembly

U.S. Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee Chairman Ted Cruz has urged the Biden administration to advocate for Taiwan’s full participation in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

House Appropriations Committee unveils stopgap funding bill to avoid shutdown

The House Appropriations Committee has introduced the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026.

House subcommittee reviews claims over armed epa raids targeting small businesses

The House Subcommittee on Federal Law Enforcement, led by Chairman Clay Higgins (R-La.), held a hearing today examining the Environmental Protection Agency’s enforcement tactics under the Biden Administration.

Senate Aging Committee schedules hearing on risks from foreign-made generic drugs

On September 17, the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging will convene a hearing to address concerns over the safety and reliability of foreign-manufactured generic drugs.

Comer urges Treasury review over alleged CCP-linked funding tied to U.S. unrest

House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) and Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets Chairwoman Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) are expanding their investigation into Neville Roy Singham, a U.S....

Senate Aging Committee to hold hearing on risks of foreign-made generic drugs

The chairman of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, Rick Scott, and ranking member Kirsten Gillibrand have announced a hearing to be held on Wednesday, September 17.

Ernst recognizes Great Western Supply Co. as Iowa small business of the week

Collin Carney, owner of Great Western Supply Co., has been recognized by Chair Joni Ernst as the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee's Small Business of the Week.

Senate HELP Committee schedules hearing on declining K-12 education performance

The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on September 18 to address concerns regarding the current state of K-12 education in the United States.

Markey introduces bill seeking tariff exemptions, refunds for affected U.S. small businesses

A group of Democratic senators, led by Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), introduced the Small Business RELIEF Act on September 11, 2025.

House names Republican conferees for FY26 appropriations bill negotiations

Following the House's recent approval of Appropriations Chairman Tom Cole’s motion to begin conference negotiations with the Senate on the 2026 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, and Legislative Branch Appropriations Acts,...

Senate passes act recognizing 9-1-1 operators as first responders

The Senate has passed the Enhancing First Response Act, a bill that reclassifies 9-1-1 operators as members of the first responders system.

House Oversight Committee schedules hearing with D.C. officials on public safety

The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, chaired by James Comer (R-Ky.), has scheduled a full committee hearing titled “Oversight of the District of Columbia.” The hearing is set for September 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST in HVC-210 at...

Senate Committee examines effectiveness of DOE tribal energy programs

U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski, Chair of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, and Senator Brian Schatz, Vice Chair, convened an oversight hearing to review tribal energy programs administered by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).

Senators introduce resolution recognizing September 2025 as National Literacy Month