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Senator Cantwell criticizes defense bill provision allowing untracked military flights over DC
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U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, raised concerns on the Senate floor regarding a provision added to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that would allow military...


House passes NDAA with key Select Committee-backed China technology restrictions
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Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the Select Committee on China announced that several committee-backed measures have been included in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for 2026, which passed the House.


Senator Collins presses USTR Greer over impact of tariffs on key Maine industries
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At a recent Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Susan Collins, Chair of the Appropriations Committee, called on United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to address the impact that tariffs have had on Maine industries.


Senate subcommittee schedules hearing on FAA air traffic control modernization
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U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-KS), who chairs the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation’s Subcommittee on Aviation, Space, and Innovation, has announced a hearing to review the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) air traffic...


Chairman Arrington comments on Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate reduction
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House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington issued a statement regarding the Federal Reserve's recent decision to lower interest rates.


House passes FY26 NDAA; Chairman Rogers urges swift Senate approval
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The House of Representatives has approved the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026, according to a statement released by Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee.



Senate HELP Committee examines ways to strengthen U.S. retirement savings
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U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, delivered remarks during a hearing focused on strengthening the retirement system for American workers and their families.


Gulf of America lease sale raises $279 million under new tax cut law
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The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has announced the completion of the first Gulf of America oil and gas lease sale under the Working Families Tax Cut law.


Senator Ernst addresses widespread fraud concerns in small business aid programs
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During a Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship hearing, Chair Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) addressed concerns about fraud in taxpayer-funded programs meant to support small businesses.


Bipartisan bill targets suicide prevention among DHS law enforcement
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House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY) and Ranking Member Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing mental health challenges among law enforcement personnel within the...


House committee chairman urges passage of bills addressing electric grid reliability
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Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, addressed the House floor to support two bills focused on the reliability and affordability of the U.S. electric grid: H.R. 3628, the State Planning for Reliability...


Senate Aging Committee hearing highlights economic contributions of older Americans
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Senator Rick Scott, chairman of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, convened a hearing titled “Aging with Purpose: The Positive Impact of Older Americans on Today’s Economy.” The session focused on how older adults continue to strengthen...


Durbin criticizes ICE hiring standards amid expanded immigration enforcement
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U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, who serves as the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, spoke out against the Trump Administration’s approach to hiring for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) amid a significant...


Senator Risch addresses rising global threats at Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing
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U.S. Senator Jim Risch, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, delivered opening remarks at a committee hearing titled “Arms Race 2.0” on December 10, 2025.


Thompson and LaMalfa highlight bipartisan support for Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act
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House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson and House Agriculture Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture Chairman Doug LaMalfa have commented on the recent progress of the Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025.


Senate Aging Committee to examine economic impact of seniors in upcoming hearing
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Senator Rick Scott, chairman of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, and Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand will convene a hearing titled “Aging with Purpose: The Positive Impact of Seniors in Today’s Economy” on Wednesday, December 10.


House committee investigates sports betting scandals involving professional athletes
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The House Education and Workforce Committee, led by Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI), has initiated an inquiry into sports betting following reports of illegal gambling activities involving professional athletes.


Senate Judiciary Committee holds hearing on protecting children from online abuse
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U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, delivered opening remarks at a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing titled “Protecting Our Children Online Against the Evolving Offender.” In his...


Cassidy seeks stakeholder input on AMA monopoly over medical billing codes
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U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, who chairs the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has reached out to stakeholders for feedback on the American Medical Association’s (AMA) control over Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)...