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Today, U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Eric Schmitt (R-MO), members of the Senate Armed Services Committee, called on the Department of Defense to provide comprehensive applied behavior analysis (ABA) services to TRICARE-eligible beneficiaries diagnosed with autism. “It is unacceptable that military families are being denied essential care for their autistic children,” said Senator Gillibrand. “By refusing […] The post Gillibrand, Schmitt Call On The Military To Provide Essential Autism Care For Military Families appeared first on Kirsten Gillibrand | U.S. Senator for New York.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This morning, Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) wrote to Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche urging the Department of Justice to reconsider a recent Office of Legal Counsel memorandum concluding that Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act do not require states to serve people with […] The post Rep. Ritchie Torres Urges DOJ to Reverse Opinion Threatening the Right to Community Living for People with Disabilities appeared first on Torres.

In the coming days, our nation will come together to celebrate 250 years since a group of farmers, lawyers, merchants,...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 26 June 2026 Contact: jin.choi@mail.house.gov Reps. Barragán, Carter, Sr., and Senator Van Hollen Introduce Bill to Develop Next...

WASHINWASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) announced the introduction of the Fair Prices for Local Businesses Act to bring down prices for American families by preventing corporations and other suppliers from charging small businesses more for the same product. Existing laws are supposed to stop big corporations from using their size to force […] The post Gluesenkamp Perez Cracks Down on Corporate Price Discrimination appeared first on Marie Gluesenkamp Perez.

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV), John Curtis (R-UT), Jeff Merkley (D-OR), and Jim Banks (R-IN) introduced a bipartisan resolution that condemns a law passed by the Chinese Communist Party and set to go into effect on July 1 that targets ethnic minorities and expresses support for Tibetans, Uyghurs, and other ethnic minorities […] The post Rosen, Curtis, Merkley, Banks Introduce Resolution Condemning Chinese Suppression of Ethnic Minorities appeared first on Merkley.

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV), John Curtis (R-UT), Jeff Merkley (D-OR), and Jim Banks (R-IN) introduced a bipartisan resolution that condemns a law passed by the Chinese Communist Party and set to go into effect on July 1 that targets ethnic minorities and expresses support for Tibetans, Uyghurs, and other ethnic minorities […] The post Rosen, Curtis, Merkley, Banks Introduce Resolution Condemning Chinese Suppression of Ethnic Minorities appeared first on Jacky Rosen.

The United States Supreme Court’s 6-3 ruling in Mullin v. Doe, which allows the Trump Administration to terminate Temporary Protected Status for Haitian and Syrian nationals, was met with dismay by immigrant advocates and members of Cambridge’s Haitian community. “To say that this is a disappointment is an understatement,” said Sarang Sekhavat, chief of staff […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), alongside Vermont Congressional Delegation colleagues U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and U.S. Representative Becca Balint (VT-AL), raised the alarm that recordkeeping issues at the Department of Defense (DOD) have created unnecessary financial hardship and administrative burdens for the Vermont Air National Guard’s 158th Fighter Wing while deployed under federal active-duty mobilization, first in the Caribbean and then immediately to the Middle East. The Delegation […]

Company that refused natural gas service will deploy portable LNG tank to fill the gap CONCORD, N.H. — Liberty Utilities will deploy a portable liquified natural gas (LNG) supply to deliver service to Lakes Region customers it has left stranded – a reversal that follows mounting pressure and oversight from Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander (NH-02). The […] The post After Goodlander Pressure, Liberty Utilities Commits to Delivering Relief to Stranded New Hampshire Gas Customers appeared first on Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander.

Letter comes two years after Welch led colleagues urging Biden Admin to address illegal deforestation linked to avocados produced in Mexico WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Member of the Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on Conservation, Forestry, Natural Resources, and Biotechnology, today led U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) in requesting the Trump Administration seek clarification from […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Steve Daines and Tim Sheehy announced that their resolution in recognition of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Little Bighorn near Crow Agency, Montana, passed the U.S. Senate last night. “The Battle of Little Bighorn is one of the most significant battles in Montana’s history. I’m honored to pass this resolution […] The post Daines, Sheehy Resolution Commemorating 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Little Bighorn Passes U.S. Senate appeared first on Senator Steve Daines.

Democrats on Capitol Hill railed against a Supreme Court decision on Thursday that found the Trump administration can strip temporary legal protections from Haitian and Syrian migrants. The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 along ideological lines that federal judges are barred from reviewing many of the challengers’ claims, opening the door for potential deportations of hundreds […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), member of the House Financial Services Committee, introduced the Bank Failure Accountability Act to stop bank executives from getting huge payouts while breaking the law or leading their company to collapse. Today, senior employees at big banks are encouraged by compensation incentives to take on excessive risk–which […] The post Tlaib Introduces Bank Failure Accountability Act appeared first on Rashida Tlaib.

Washington, D.C. – Last year, Congress passed legislation that created the Federal Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC), a nationwide program designed to provide additional education funds for low and middle-income families. The EFTC would allow taxpayers to receive an income tax credit of up to $1,700 per year for donations to scholarship granting organizations (SGOs) […] The post Rep. Kiley Calls on Governor Newsom to Adopt Federal Education Tax Credit appeared first on Kevin Kiley.

Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators Adam Schiff and Alex Padilla (both D-Calif.), joined Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), Senator Mark Warner (D-Va.), and 17 other Senate Democrats, including every Ranking Member of committees overseeing agencies with election roles, in warning executive agency heads to comply with all preservation laws and agency policies after […]

WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07) welcomed Jazmin Morales, a recent graduate of Heide Trask Senior High School, to the nation’s capital to congratulate her on winning the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for North Carolina’s Seventh District. Morales’s colored-pencil artwork, “Freedom Feathers,” features an American flag, a North Carolina flag, and a cardinal breaking free surrounded by fireworks. As our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, Morales’ piece demonstrates powerful symbolism of freedom and patriotism. "I am proud to recognize Jazmin and her work, which powerfu

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), for his monthly Local Spotlight, recognized James Joseph for his volunteer work throughout Louisiana. From installing more than 24,000 air conditioning units to providing washers and dryers to schools in underserved communities, James Joseph’s story is a shining example of compassion and service to others. Each month, Cassidy highlights […]

State lawmakers’ selections celebrate Oregon’s landscapes, agriculture, vote-by-mail, songs, sports, gems, clothes and people Washington, D.C. – Oregon’s U.S. Senate and House members this week submitted for a congressional time capsule to celebrate America’s 250th birthday multiple items that sample from the state’s natural treasures, history, culture, sports, music and more. Among the items included […] The post Oregon Delegation Submits State Items for Congressional Time Capsule to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday appeared first on Merkley.

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNN’s The Situation Room, where he emphasized that while Donald Trump and Republicans continue to fight each other instead of making life better for the American people, Democrats remain committed to lowering the high cost of living and cleaning up corruption. WOLF BLITZER: Joining us now is the top […]

The Risk-Based Oversight for Integrity Act Would Reduce Burdens on Farmers While Protecting Consumer Confidence in Organic Products Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Dave McCormick (R-Pa.) introduced the bipartisan Risk-Based Oversight for Integrity Act, legislation that would modernize the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s oversight of organic certification by focusing resources on higher-risk operations while reducing unnecessary […]

Trump Administration Newly Postponed Cleanup of Toxic PFAS Chemicals at Over 170 Military Installations – In Some Cases by as Much as Two Decades Senators Request Detailed Explanations for Continued Delays that are Putting Service Members and Military Families at Risk Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) led a […] The post Gillibrand, Peters, Colleagues Demand Answers As Trump Administration Further Delays Toxic Chemical Cleanups At Military Sites appeared first on Kirsten Gillibrand | U.S. Senator for New York.

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Chris Coons and Lisa Blunt Rochester (both D-Del.), as well as Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), and the rest of their Democratic colleagues wrote to the United States Postal Service (USPS) demanding it abandon its proposed rule to implement President Trump’s unconstitutional executive order to restrict voting by mail. The […]

Atascadero, CA –Today, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) announced that he secured nearly $1.4 million in federal investments for two Central California emergency preparedness projects to protect against the threat of wildfires and prepare for other natural disasters. These projects are part of nearly $259 million in federal funding secured by Schiff for California for fiscal year 2026.  As part of this funding announcement, Schiff delivered $1 million in federal […]

Denver — Colorado U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper welcomed the Department of the Interior’s (DOI) announcement of $53.7 million in Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) 2026 funding for 56 Colorado counties. Each year, Congress appropriates funding in accordance with PILT to compensate rural counties that host tax-exempt federal lands. “Coloradans count on […] The post Bennet, Hickenlooper Welcome $53 Million for Key Colorado Projects appeared first on U.S. Senator Michael Bennet.

In August 2025, Vindman Introduced the First-Ever Bill in Congress to Combat the Alarming Rise of Nitazenes WASHINGTON, D.C. – A bipartisan bill led by U.S. Representatives Eugene Vindman (D-Va.-07) and Bob Latta (R-Ohio-05) to crack down on deadly synthetic opioids and keep communities safe passed out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. The legislation, which targets the alarming rise of nitazenes, a […]

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner (D-VA), Todd Young (R-IN), and Chris Coons (D-DE) introduced the bipartisan Outcomes-Based Financing (OBF) for Students Act. The legislation expands access to innovative financing options for students pursuing postsecondary education and workforce training while establishing strong consumer protections to safeguard participants. “Outcomes-Based Financing is a promising way to […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, June 26, 2026, Congressmen Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) and Chairman John Moolenaar (MI-2) of the Select Committee on China introduced the “Cloud Security Act,” legislation to close a critical loophole in U.S. export controls on advanced artificial intelligence chips. The bill recognizes a simple but dangerous workaround: adversaries like China don’t need to […] The post RELEASE: Gottheimer, Moolenaar Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Close Loophole in Advanced AI Chip Export Controls appeared first on Josh Gottheimer.

“Through engaging in this campaign of litigation and intimidation, the CFTC risks becoming an instrument and enabler of online prediction markets’ efforts to bypass states’ consumer protections and oversight, creating a race-to-the-bottom in gambling”  Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Adam Schiff and Alex Padilla (both-D-Calif.), joined Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) and Democratic colleagues in calling on […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher (Idaho-01) announced his next telephone town hall will take place on July 22, 2026, at 6 p.m. MT, 5 p.m. PT. The event serves as an opportunity for residents of Idaho’s First Congressional District to ask questions, share input, and receive a congressional update from Congressman Fulcher. Constituents […] The post Fulcher Invites Public to July Telephone Town Hall for Congressional Update and Q&A first appeared on U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher.

The Risk-Based Oversight for Integrity Act Would Reduce Burdens on Farmers While Protecting Consumer Confidence in Organic Products WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Dave McCormick (R-PA) and Adam Schiff (D-CA) today introduced the bipartisan Risk-Based Oversight for Integrity Act, legislation that would modernize the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s oversight of organic certification by focusing resources on higher-risk operations while […]

Denver— Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet joined U.S. Senators Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.), Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), and John Fetterman (D-Pa.) to introduce the Cultivating Horticultural Innovation in Local Economies (CHILE) Act, legislation to strengthen federal support for specialty crop growers facing economic losses and market disruptions. The CHILE […] The post Bennet, Luján, Slotkin, Warnock, Booker, Fetterman Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Support for Specialty Crop Growers appeared first on U.S. Senator Michael Bennet.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, House Foreign Affairs East Asia and Pacific Subcommittee Chair Young Kim (CA-40) led a hearing titled, “Implementing an American First Approach in the East Asia and Pacific Region.” Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Michael G. DeSombre testified on the Administration’s policy toward U.S. allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific. Chairwoman Kim asked questions about deterring […] The post Rep. Young Kim Holds Subcommittee Hearing on U.S. Indo-Pacific Policy first appeared on Congresswoman Young Kim.

Bill directs the Pentagon to study proven allied systems and accelerate U.S. modernization at no new cost to taxpayers WASHINGTON — Senators Dave McCormick (R-PA) and Jacky Rosen (D-NV) today introduced the Unmanned Systems Command and Control Act, legislation directing the Secretary of War to study and report on whether the U.S. Department of War could use […]

Gallego, colleagues: “Taxpayers deserve a full explanation of how these failures occurred and who will be held accountable for correcting them” WASHINGTON – Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) Committee, joined his Democratic colleagues on the Committee in demanding answers from Department of the Interior (DOI) Secretary Doug Burgum […]

ATF stops using controversial Webloc phone tracking tool after scrutiny Associated Press Byron Tau, Alanna Durkin Richer | June 26th, 2026 WASHINGTON (AP) — The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives canceled its contract for a surveillance tool that enables warrantless tracking of mobile devices after lawmakers, a prosecutor and a judge raised concerns about the […] The post ATF cancels phone tracking contract after lawmakers raise concerns appeared first on Cloud.