Policy · 117th Congress
House Democrats push for path to citizenship in COVID-19 relief
A group of 100 Democrats, led by the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, want legal protections for 'Dreamers' and other undocumented immigrants in the aid bill.
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Congress · 117th Congress
Biden administration asks Supreme Court to pause two Trump-era immigration cases
The move on the immigration cases marks the first major legal fallout from expected swings in government policies after the 2020 presidential election.
Policy · 117th Congress
Cardenas previews COVID-19 package to address racial inequities
Rep. Tony Cárdenas is calling for a wide-ranging legislative package to address concerns about equity and mental health heightened by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Policy · 117th Congress
Census delay sends redistricting ripples nationwide
The Census Bureau’s late delivery of redistricting data will trigger a cascade of delays, complicating the mapmaking process and delaying local elections.
Policy · 117th Congress
Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine less effective than others but offers one-shot solution
An unapproved Johnson & Johnson vaccine is highly effective at preventing severe COVID-19 cases, the company and top government scientists announced Friday,
Policy · 117th Congress
Despite travel ban repeal, Trump orders still keep immigrants out
Immigration advocates want President Joe Biden to repeal green card and work visa restrictions keeping foreigners abroad — and families separated.
Policy · 117th Congress
Biden changes health coverage, women’s health funding policies
The Biden administration announced health care executive actions on expanding access to reproductive health care and supporting health insurance enrollment.
Policy · 117th Congress
Klobuchar, incoming antitrust chair, eager to take on Big Tech
Minnesota Democrat says current antitrust laws are inadequate for regulating companies such as Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Google.
Policy · 117th Congress
Biden aims new executive orders at climate crisis
The orders aim to put the U.S. back into international climate initiatives and better coordinate the country’s domestic efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
Policy · 117th Congress
Advocates urge Biden, Congress to leave Section 230 intact
More than 70 racial justice, human rights, and civil liberties groups say stripping social media companies of legal protection would hurt free expression.
Policy · 117th Congress
State and local tax deduction cap back in play for coronavirus relief package
New Jersey’s House delegation called on congressional leaders to repeal the state and local tax deduction cap as part of a coronavirus relief package.
Policy · 117th Congress
Census Bureau: Apportionment data not expected until April
The pandemic, natural disasters and decisions by the former Trump administration have delayed the delivery of apportionment data for months.
Policy · 117th Congress
Biofuel debate awaits Biden on way to court
It's the oil industry vs. farmers in the debate over ethanol and other biofuels, and the Biden administration may weigh in before a Supreme Court ruling.
Policy · 117th Congress
Biden officials try to confront virus mutations, seek more aid
Biden administration officials seek to get more COVID-19 vaccines manufactured and stay ahead of new mutations.
Policy · 117th Congress
Biden inherits Trump’s unique health care agenda
An adverse Supreme Court ruling could throw a wrench into the president's plans to build on the 2010 health care law Trump sought to overturn
Policy · 117th Congress
Federal judge temporarily halts Biden’s deportation moratorium
A federal judge's order Tuesday temporarily blocked President Biden's freeze on deportations of certain immigrants, a blow to the new administration's immigration agenda.
Congress · 117th Congress
Senate panel advances Mayorkas bid to lead Homeland Security
The panel moved the nomination for Alejandro Mayorkas, Biden's pick to head the Homeland Security Department, to the full Senate for a floor vote.
Policy · 117th Congress
Commerce secretary pick pressed on pandemic, trade and climate
Gina Raimondo, Biden's Commerce secretary nominee, was questioned more on how she would run the department, rather than her fitness for the role
Policy · 117th Congress
Gateway Program hopes ‘Amtrak Joe’ will mean the end of its woes
Program struggled under Trump, who was reluctant to approve billions to replace and repair the 111-year old tunnel linking New York City and New Jersey.
Policy · 117th Congress
Biden announces distribution of more COVID-19 vaccine supplies
The Biden team also said HHS will give states a three-week notice on how much supply to expect to allow for more advance planning.