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.
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.
Policy · 116th Congress
Trump considers letting small casino businesses get loans to cover payroll
The president said he would consider concerns raised by small casinos and gambling businesses that can't access emergency loans amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Policy · 116th Congress
In letter to lawmakers, insurers say pandemic cost is too great
Insurance groups say business continuity coverage alone would quickly eat up funds available for a wide range of losses. They call on Congress to help.
Policy · 116th Congress
Hospitals await details as emergency fund allocations begin
Hospitals hit hardest by the coronavirus pandemic are not being prioritized in the first wave of money from the new $100 billion hospital emergency fund.
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.”
Policy · 116th Congress
Virus exposure risk scares transport workers, threatens supply chain
Virus exposure risk scares transport workers, threatens supply chain - Coronavirus
Campaigns · 116th Congress
Coronavirus pandemic muddies election and opinion polling
The polling and public opinion research industry has had to delay or alter the way it works amid stay-at-home orders and social distancing measures.
Policy · 116th Congress
Children’s advocates want more COVID-19 protections
Children are far less likely to contract a serious case of the disease, but advocates argue more can be done to alleviate its many effects on them.
Policy · 116th Congress
ICE considers releasing 600 detainees vulnerable to coronavirus
Immigration and Customs Enforcement said it identified 600 people vulnerable to coronavirus whose release will be considered "on a case-by-case basis."
Policy · 116th Congress
White House preparedness for pandemic threat has faltered across four presidencies
Experts warn that the country risks missing some important public health-crisis lessons if fingers are pointed only at the Trump administration.
Policy · 116th Congress
Acting Navy secretary resigns amid outcry over handling of coronavirus outbreak on ship
Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper announced late Tuesday that he had accepted the resignation of Thomas Modly, the acting Navy secretary.
Policy · 116th Congress
Grassley urges USDA to use CCC funds to support ethanol
Iowa Republican Sen. Grassley says weak fuel demand has hurt the ehtanol industry and urged the USDA to give it support with CCC funds.
Policy · 116th Congress
Trump throws ‘wrecking ball’ across federal inspectors general
In one fell swoop, President Donald Trump has changed the lineup of officials charged with overseeing trillions in government spending.
Policy · 116th Congress
Federal agencies poised to compete over mask supply
No single authority is overseeing all federal purchases of personal protective equipment
Policy · 116th Congress
Medical providers hope emergency funds, waivers stay in place
Health care lobbyists hope a suite of authorizations granted under the coronavirus pandemic will mark a turning point for a long list of industry requests.
Congress · 116th Congress
Coronavirus response roundup: Letters from lawmakers
Topics range from Deutsche Bank to domestic violence as members of Congress try to make a mark on how the government is dealing with the pandemic
Policy · 116th Congress
EPA urged to heed warning in study of pollution and COVID-19
A study showing a link between long-term exposure to pollution and higher COVID-19 deaths is shining a spotlight on the EPA’s role.
Congress · 116th Congress
Massie could foil quick passage of coronavirus relief, again
Senate Republicans are urging a vote as early as Thursday on another bill to provide small businesses with loans to pay workers, meet other costs.