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Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs Chairman Eric Burlison (R-Mo.) has announced an upcoming hearing focused on the current state of American education.

Senators discuss U.S. strategy for maintaining leadership in artificial intelligence

At a recent Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Science, Manufacturing, and Competitiveness hearing, lawmakers discussed the Trump administration’s approach to artificial intelligence (AI) innovation and regulation.

Senate passes MAPOceans Act to streamline access for recreational fishing

The U.S. Senate has passed the Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans (MAPOceans) Act, a bipartisan bill designed to improve access to information for recreational fishermen and boaters in federal waters.

Sessions announces hearing on delays with DoD background check system

The Subcommittee on Government Operations, led by Chairman Pete Sessions (R-Texas), has scheduled a hearing to examine the progress and ongoing challenges facing the Department of Defense’s National Background Investigation Services (NBIS).

Hearing announced on federal role in weather control technologies

The Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency, chaired by Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), has scheduled a hearing to discuss weather control and geoengineering activities.

Senators introduce bill allowing states flexibility on K-12 artificial intelligence curriculum

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Jon Husted (R-OH), and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) have introduced the Recommending Artificial Intelligence Standards in Education (RAISE) Act, aimed at supporting states in integrating artificial intelligence...

Senate committee reviews Karen Brazell's nomination for VA Under Secretary for Benefits

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, presided over a committee hearing to review the nomination of Karen Brazell for the position of Under Secretary for Benefits at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Senate committee reviews nominee William Kirk amid calls for stronger oversight on COVID-19 aid fraud

During a recent hearing of the U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, Chair Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) expressed her support for William Kirk as the nominee for Inspector General of the Small Business Administration (SBA).

Congressional subcommittee schedules hearing on future impacts of artificial intelligence

The Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation will hold a hearing titled “Shaping Tomorrow: The Future of Artificial Intelligence” on September 17, 2025.

Hearing announced on claims of aggressive EPA enforcement under Biden administration

Federal Law Enforcement Subcommittee Chairman Clay Higgins (R-La.) has scheduled a hearing to discuss the Biden Administration’s approach to environmental enforcement, focusing on its effects on American businesses and citizens.

House Oversight Committee accuses Biden administration of mismanaging green energy funds

The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, led by Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.), has released a staff report alleging that the Biden Administration used the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) to direct billions of taxpayer dollars to...

Senate committee reviews bills on wildfire prevention strategies & renewable fuel use in shipping

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), chair of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, led a legislative hearing to review two pieces of proposed legislation: the Wildfire Emissions Prevention Act (WEPA) and S. 881, the Renewable...

Senate committee reviews wildfire prevention act and alternative shipping fuels

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, who chairs the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, led a hearing in Washington, D.C., to discuss the Wildfire Emissions Prevention Act (WEPA) and S. 881, the Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act.

Senate Commerce Committee report shows sharp rise in college sports revenue gap

A new analysis from the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation highlights a growing financial divide in college sports.

Cantwell urges passage of bipartisan AI bills aligning with White House action plan

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, has urged Congress to pass seven bipartisan artificial intelligence bills that align with the White House AI Action Plan.

Senate Democrats block bill aimed at curbing Chinese access to US defense tech

Senate Democrats have blocked a bill introduced by Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), chair of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, aimed at protecting critical defense technology from foreign espionage, particularly from China.

Cantwell highlights bipartisan efforts at Senate hearing on White House AI Action Plan

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), the Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, delivered opening remarks at a subcommittee hearing focused on the White House AI Action Plan.

Cruz introduces SANDBOX Act as part of new Senate framework on artificial intelligence

Senator Ted Cruz, chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee, has introduced a legislative framework aimed at supporting American leadership in artificial intelligence (AI).

Congress examines links between child nutrition habits and rising chronic illness

The Subcommittee on Health Care and Financial Services convened a hearing titled “Better Meals, Fewer Pills: Making Our Children Healthy Again,” focusing on the impact of unhealthy diets and overprescription of medications among American children.

Cole offers motion for House-Senate conference on FY26 spending bills