Policy · 117th Congress
Hyde Amendment fight just the first step in changing abortion coverage
The fight over abortion restrictions will likely be a major flashpoint in appropriations debates and on the campaign trail.
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Policy · 117th Congress
GameStop case pushes securities market toward faster settlement
The securities industry is looking for ways to speed up settlement of equities trades in an effort to reduce the risk.
Congress · 117th Congress
Pentagon budget puts US at risk of Chinese and Russian aggression, experts say
Experts told the House Armed Services Committee the Pentagon budget is not focused enough on threats from China and Russia.
Policy · 117th Congress
Experts see promise in China competition bills, but want to see the money too
Both chambers have passed bills to authorize billions of dollars in new spending on technology but appropriators have to offer up the cash.
Policy · 117th Congress
Biden order on competition sparks lobbying spree
An executive order by President Joe Biden to boost corporate competitiveness has already awoken one industry, and it's based on K Street.
Congress · 117th Congress
Schumer sets vote on infrastructure, but GOP wants to see a bill
Finding ways to offset the cost of infrastructure plan and ambitious reconciliation package is a heavy lift for senators. Time's running out.
Policy · 117th Congress
Texas judge says DACA is illegal, halts new requests
The decision orders the Department of Homeland Security to stop approving new DACA requests and rewrite the program.
Policy · 117th Congress
Unvaccinated Americans drive up COVID-19 hospitalization rates
Unvaccinated Americans account for 97 percent of COVID-19 hospitalizations as cases surge in parts of the United States.
Policy · 117th Congress
In reconciliation, Democrats eye border tax for carbon
Lawmakers move toward enacting fees on imported goods from countries with weaker limits on carbon emissions than the U.S.
Policy · 117th Congress
Federal workers to gain access to ESG in retirement portfolios
The Thrift Savings Plan will give millions of federal workers access next summer to investments based on ESG criteria.
Congress · 117th Congress
GAO: Poor training to blame for military vehicle accidents
An increase in military accidents is the result of training shortfalls, according to a new watchdog report.
Policy · 117th Congress
HHS: 2 million people chose health plans during enrollment period
More than 2 million people have signed up for health insurance on the federal or state exchanges during a special enrollment period.
Policy · 117th Congress
Senate Democratic leaders unveil draft bill to legalize marijuana
Schumer unveiled draft legislation that would decriminalize cannabis and expunge federal sentences tied to the drug.
Policy · 117th Congress
Lawmakers push for Lyme disease research as tick population climbs
Lawmakers in both parties are calling for more funding for tickborne illnesses such as Lyme disease as cases increase.
Policy · 117th Congress
OMB backs off change to ‘city’ definition
The threshold to be considered a 'metropolitan statistical area,' or MSA, will no longer be doubled. Instead 'modest revisions' will be made.
Policy · 117th Congress
US effort to combat China’s tech rise ‘not nearly enough’
The United States faces a monumental task in keeping its focus on the long-term challenge posed by China’s quest for technology leadership.
Policy · 117th Congress
Fintech industry wants guidance as lawmakers focus on risks
The fintech industry wants policymakers to clear up uncertainty that is an obstacle to growth, but lawmakers are focused on investor risks.
Policy · 117th Congress
Biden administration looks for voting rights path around Congress
With no clear legislative path, the Biden administration is seeking alternatives on voting rights to counter election changes in GOP states.
Policy · 117th Congress
COVID-19 relief, economic recovery hinder debt limit ‘X Date’ forecast
The Bipartisan Policy Center is not sure how long the country can continue paying its bills after the current debt limit suspension expires.
Congress · 117th Congress
Biden makes his case on quick Afghan withdrawal
President Joe Biden on Thursday defended a quick withdrawal from Afghanistan amid criticism the Taliban would regain control in the country.