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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan group of U.S. senators is pushing to expand federal support for urban agriculture, proposing new funding and technical assistance aimed at helping smaller, city-based farms …
Urban Farming Bill Aims to Expand Access, Spark Growth Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Businesses across the country could avoid disruptions in insurance coverage under a bipartisan proposal to extend a federal program that protects against financial losses from terrorist attacks.
Senators Push Terrorism Insurance Extension to Prevent Risk Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal lawmakers are advancing legislation to strengthen the nation’s electric grid as rising demand from artificial intelligence, manufacturing, and economic growth strains existing infrastructure.
McCormick Pushes Grid Overhaul as Power Demand Surges Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan bill requiring mental health warning labels for minors on social media platforms advanced in the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee, signaling potential new federal oversight of …
Senate Panel Advances Bill Targeting Social Media Risks for Kids Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan bill introduced in the U.S. Senate aims to reduce deaths and injuries among first responders and roadside workers by requiring stronger safety planning, better data …
New Bill Targets Roadside Worker Deaths Across U.S. Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan proposal introduced Thursday could expand U.S. nuclear energy exports and strengthen domestic job growth by enhancing federal financing support for large-scale international projects.
Nuclear Export Bill Aims to Counter China, Boost U.S. Jobs Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Pennsylvania voters could face stricter identification and citizenship requirements under a Republican-backed elections bill now being debated in the U.S. Senate, as supporters argue it would strengthen …
McCormick Pushes Election Bill as Senate Fight Intensifies Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new federal law signed Friday allows the Army to immediately grant a posthumous promotion to a deceased officer by waiving a required waiting period that would …
Law Allows Immediate Honorary Promotion for Fallen Army Officer Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., broke with his party Thursday to support advancing U.S. Sen. Markwayne Mullin’s nomination for secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, providing …
Fetterman Backs Mullin Nomination in Key Senate Committee Vote Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Pennsylvania voters could see renewed focus on voter identification requirements as U.S. Sen. John Fetterman signaled support for photo ID laws while opposing broader election changes included …
Fetterman Breaks With Party on Voter ID Debate Read More