Policy · 116th Congress
Cassidy says Interior will speed waiving of royalty fees for oil firms
The head of the Interior Department agreed to “quickly process” oil companies’ requests about royalty payments, according to a key Gulf Coast Republican.
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Policy · 116th Congress
Calls grow for Trump to relax humanitarian sanctions on Iran
Even some of the most hawkish voices on Iran call for modifications to the sanctions regime to facilitate the flow of humanitarian goods into the country.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
Georgia delays primaries a second time due to pandemic
State previously moved presidential primaries from March, but after extending emergency declaration, all primaries are delayed from May 12 to June 9.
Policy · 116th Congress
No deal on fresh coronavirus aid package
A partisan stalemate over additional coronavirus relief widened after Republicans and Democrats couldn't agree on a quick small-business loan infusion.
Podcasts · 116th Congress
Coronavirus Special Report: Evening update, 4/9 - Roll Call
Karen Bass discusses the disturbing trend of African Americans dying at a higher rate from COVID-19 than the rest of the U.S. population.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
‘Optimistic’ Devin Nunes planning late May winery tour fundraiser
Republican Rep. Devin Nunes is inviting contributors to a winery tour in Napa Valey, which is currently under a shelter-at-home order.
White House · 116th Congress
White House coronavirus testing expands to the press corps
All journalists planning to attend Thursday’s coronavirus briefing at the White House will be tested for the coronavirus, an expansion of existing protocol.
Opinion · 116th Congress
5 ways Congress can help federal workers on the coronavirus front lines
Ensuring the health and safety of federal workers keeping our government running during unprecedented times should be a priority, AFGE’s Kelley writes.
Policy · 116th Congress
Fed adds Main Street business, municipal and state lending aid
The Fed takes a new role in the economy with lending to businesses, states and municipalities struggling under the COVID-19 pandemic.
Policy · 116th Congress
Tough task ahead in doling out medical provider funds
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Policy · 116th Congress
Pilots urge FAA to require airlines to follow CDC precautions
Attendants won't have to sit together in jump seats or don oxygen masks in safety demonstrations, FAA says regarding goal of limiting coronavirus spread.
Podcasts · 116th Congress
What we learned, or didn’t, from the Ebola crisis - Roll Call
What did we learn from our success beating back the Ebola crisis in how to address the coronavirus pandemic? Not much, Reid Wilson, author of "Ebola," says.
Policy · 116th Congress
Congress works on SBA aid bill amid overwhelming demand
Congress works on SBA aid bill amid overwhelming demand - Coronavirus
Congress · 116th Congress
The national stockpile is out of supplies to give to the states
The stockpile’s depletion, apart from a small reserve for federal workers, means that the private market must meet states' remaining PPE needs.
Congress · 116th Congress
Amid coronavirus, Ted Cruz’s Texas tour goes virtual
Republican Sen. Ted Cruz is on another statewide tour of Texas. But this time, there's no campaign bus. There’s not even any travel.
Podcasts · 116th Congress
Coronavirus Special Report: Sen. Ted Cruz - Roll Call
A conversation with Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz regarding his thoughts on the coronavirus pandemic.
Congress · 116th Congress
Senate Democrats press Labor secretary on benefits as joblessness rises
Rapid caseload increases highlight the race underway at the state level to implement the new programs approved in the $2.3 trillion economic rescue law.
Congress · 116th Congress
How do you Zoom?
Video conference calls have become a new way of life for reporters working from home, and Heard on the Hill reporter Kathryn Lyons is doing her best.
Policy · 116th Congress
FEMA allows export of health protective gear despite emergency
A regulation to restrict exports of PPE for health care workers includes an exemption for producers pursuant to “pre-existing commercial relationships.”
Congress · 116th Congress
Oil-state lawmakers hope for resolution at OPEC
The cartel's virtual meeting Thursday may provide an opportunity for its members and Russia to agree on production limits to stabilize markets.