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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development Chairman Burgess Owens (R-UT) chaired the seventh hearing in a series examining artificial intelligence, titled “Building an AI-Ready America: Higher Education in the Age of AI.“ In his opening remarks, Chairman Owens began by acknowledging the seismic shift that AI represents across all institutions […] The post HEARING RECAP: Owens Hearing on Higher Education in the Age of AI appeared first on Burgess Owens.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) released the following statement regarding how she would have voted had she been able to be present for today’s War Powers Resolution vote, which passed 215-208.  “Today, I am in India with… The post Jayapal Statement on Iran War Powers Vote appeared first on Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal.

Washington, D.C. – A group of lawmakers led by U.S. Reps. Kevin Mullin (CA-15) and Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) are urging the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate whether new online prediction market platforms are engaging in unfair and deceptive practices that mislead consumers.   Internet-based prediction markets allow users to buy and sell contracts tied to the outcome of real-world events – effectively enabling a... The post Lawmakers Call for Investigation into Prediction Markets appeared first on Congressman Kevin Mullin.

Watch the Full Press Conference HERE. WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), and Representatives Susie Lee (D-NV-03), Mark Amodei (R-NV-02) introduced the Sergeant Dave Crete Fighting for the Overlooked Recognition of Groups Operating in Toxic Test Environments in Nevada (FORGOTTEN) Veterans Act. This bill would require the Department […] The post Sens. Rosen & Cortez Masto, Reps. Lee & Amodei Introduce Landmark Bipartisan Bill to Support Veterans Exposed to Radiation in Nevada appeared first on Jacky Rosen.

SANTA CLARITA, CA – Today, Rep. George Whitesides announced the winners of this year’s Congressional Art Competition, themed “The Future I Want to See.” The following students were selected for their exceptional work: The first place winner, Fiona, described her work: “It depicts a B-1B Lancer aircraft soaring through the skies of the Antelope Valley as a […]

WASHINGTON, DC – Earlier today, the House Appropriations Committee adopted Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez’s amendment adding over $5 million dollars to fully fund the Chemical Safety Board (CSB), the independent agency investigating the chemical tank failure at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Company in Longview, WA.  The CSB is charged with investigating the facts, conditions, circumstances and […] The post Gluesenkamp Perez Secures Full Funding for Federal Agency Investigating Mill Incident in Longview appeared first on Marie Gluesenkamp Perez.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) penned a letter to U.S. Department of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urging the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) to propagate rulemaking requiring antiquities dealers to comply with anti-money-laundering laws. “I am very concerned that looted antiquities are helping fund the Iranian terrorist regime, as well as […] The post Fetterman Urges FinCEN Rulemaking for Antiquities Industry appeared first on U.S. Senator John Fetterman.

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, will hold a hearing entitled “Plausible Mechanisms of COVID-19 Injections Causing Cancer and Attacks on Scientific Publications and Research.” WHAT: The Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations will hear from seven witnesses. WHEN: Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. ET WHERE: Dirksen Senate Office […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Chairwoman of the East Asia and the Pacific Subcommittee Young Kim (CA-40) asked questions during the House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing featuring Secretary of State Marco Rubio.  As Secretary Rubio appeared before the Committee to discuss the FY27 State Department budget, Chairwoman Kim raised questions on key priorities such as critical minerals, international […] The post Rep. Young Kim Discusses FY27 State Department Budget Priorities with Secretary Marco Rubio first appeared on Congresswoman Young Kim.

“Congress must not sit idly by while the Trump administration supports Netanyahu’s barbaric warfare. We must not be complicit. We... The post Pressley Urges Colleagues to Support Lebanon War Powers Resolution & Protect Innocent Lives, Calls on White House to End the War appeared first on Ayanna Pressley.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) questioned U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent on preventing Internal Revenue Service (IRS) overreach, helping families access new tax cuts included in the Working Families Tax Cuts law, expanding access to low-cost retirement plans, and maintaining maximum economic pressure on Iran. The post Barrasso Questions Treasury Secretary on IRS Politicization, Tax Cuts for Working Families, Iran, and Retirement Security appeared first on John Barrasso.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today sent a letter to U.S. Department of Labor Acting Secretary Sonderling expressing support for DOL’s proposed rule to implement President Trump’s Executive Order that unlocks access to investments in alternative assets for Main Street America and retirees with a 401(k) defined-contribution plan. Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), […] The post Daines Sends Letter to DOL Urging Support for American Workers and Retirees appeared first on Senator Steve Daines.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today spoke with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in a Senate Finance Committee hearing where he discussed benefits of the Working Families Tax Cuts and his digital asset tax framework. Watch the full exchange HERE. Daines on the conservation easement settlement: Daines: Secretary Bessent, it’s good to have you here this […] The post Daines and Bessent in Senate Finance Committee: Working Families Tax Cuts Bringing Economic Growth, Jobs for American Workers and Families appeared first on Senator Steve Daines.

Watch Kennedy’s comments here. WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) urged his colleagues to get serious about funding the Department of Homeland Security before it runs out of money in a speech on the U.S. Senate floor.  Key excerpts of the speech are below:  “I want to talk about the issue, and the issue is this: Are we going to fund the Department of Homeland Security, or are we not? Part of DHS, as we call it, as you know, Mr. President, is funded. But a very important part is not: the Border Patrol and ICE. We are paying them as best we can out of another pool of funds that is about to r

“These tax-advantaged accounts were designed to allow parents to save for their children’s future beyond their education: to give kids a nest egg, whether large or small, to help them buy a home or start a business – to help them pursue their American dream.”...

“So that’s why I introduced the Upward Mobility Act, to try to solve that problem, to give people a shot at the American dream by not being trapped in this generational cycle of poverty.” View Husted’s remarks here. WASHINGTON – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) today delivered remarks at the U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and […]

Demands preservation of all related records, documents, and communications; notes potential violation of 26 U.S.C. § 7217 and 7122 Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, Ranking Member of the Finance Committee’s Subcommittee on Taxation and IRS Oversight, led Democratic members of the Subcommittee in a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Internal […] The post Bennet Leads Subcommittee on Taxation and IRS Oversight  Letter Demanding Answers on Agreement Shielding Trump, Family From IRS Audits appeared first on U.S. Senator Michael Bennet.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), both members of the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, joined 13 of their colleagues in calling on the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to strengthen oversight on prediction markets as they continue to grow.   “These markets have a significantly higher proportion of retail participants than traditional derivatives markets, heightening customer protection concerns. At […] The post Slotkin, Klobuchar, Colleagues Raise Concerns on Prediction Markets  appeared first on Senator Elissa Slotkin

During Budget Reconciliation Process, Gillibrand Will Vote To Kill President Trump’s Corrupt Slush Fund And Lower Costs For Working Families Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) held a virtual press conference to blast Republicans for prioritizing President Trump’s vanity projects and political pay-offs over lowering costs for the American people. This week, Republicans are expected […] The post Gillibrand Blasts Republicans For Prioritizing Trump’s Vanity Projects And Political Pay-Offs Over The American People appeared first on Kirsten Gillibrand | U.S. Senator for New York.

“The American people deserve to feel safe at home, safe in their communities. And we deserve to have a homeland that is secure. And that’s why I am saying it is time to pass the Secure America Act.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today spoke about how Republicans will fully fund ... Read more The post Republicans Will Fund ICE and Border Patrol Despite Democrat Obstruction appeared first on John Barrasso.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 3, 2026 MEDIA CONTACT:  e: jessica.myers@mail.house.gov c: 202.913.0126 WASHINGTON, DC – Representatives Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY), Beth… The post REPS. CLARKE, VAN DUYNE, AND FOUSHEE INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO PROVIDE DIGITAL CONTENT CREATORS WITH VISUAL ARTISTIC PROTECTIONS appeared first on Congresswoman Yvette Clarke.

GRAND FORKS, N.D. – Senator John Hoeven today announced that Vorbeck Materials has finalized a $6.6 million contract with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to support the company’s development and […]

Senator asks GAO for legal opinion, kicking off the process for Congress to repeal the Trump administration’s sweeping new policy forcing immigrants to leave the U.S. to apply for green cards WASHINGTON – Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) sent a letter to the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), kicking off the process to potentially repeal the Trump Administration’s new […]

Denver — Over a dozen rural hospital leaders from across Colorado and the United States are praising the unanimous Senate passage of the Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Reauthorization Act, led by Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, co-chair of the Senate Rural Health Caucus, and Iowa U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley.  The bipartisan, bicameral legislation provides a […] The post  What They’re Saying: Leaders Across the Nation Applaud Senate Passage of Bennet, Grassley Legislation to Extend Rural Hospital Program appeared first on U.S. Senator Michael Bennet.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, June 3, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) released the following statement: “I want to commend Governor Sherrill and Attorney General Jennifer Davenport for their decisive action to protect the community from out-of-state, lawless protestors at Delaney Hall Detention Facility. Instead of peacefully protesting in the designated areas, these groups have knocked over […] The post STATEMENT: Gottheimer Commends Governor Sherrill, AG Davenport for Decisive Action Against Violent Protests at Delaney Hall appeared first on Josh Gottheimer.

June 3, 2026 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Senator Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.), Ranking Member of the Environment and Public Works’ (EPW) Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee, questioned witnesses at an EPW hearing examining the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) proposed budget for fiscal year 2027. In the hearing, Senator Alsobrooks specifically questioned the FHWA Administrator Sean McMaster about expected federal investment for Maryland’s American Legion Bridge. […]

MISHAWAKA, IN – Today, Congressman Rudy Yakym (IN-02) announced the following dates, times, and locations that his office will be holding mobile staff office hours in June 2026 throughout Indiana’s Second District. Mobile office hours are designed to be respectful one-on-one conversations with the Congressman’s team, primarily for federal casework assistance. These are not town […] The post Yakym Announces June 2026 Staff Mobile Office Hours appeared first on Rudy Yakym.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — U.S. Rep. David Schweikert, R-Ariz., honored 21 local students who received appointments to U.S....

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Whip Katherine Clark and Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar released the following statement:  More than...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 3, 2025 DOJ Charges Scientists from Rocky Mountain Laboratory with Smuggling Monkeypox into the U.S. U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy today released the following statement after the Department of Justice charged two researchers — Vincent Munster and Claude Kwe — from Rocky Mountain Laboratory (RML) in Hamilton, MT, with conspiracy to smuggle monkeypox […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today at 10:15 am ET / 8:15 am MT, the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development, chaired by Rep. Burgess Owens (UT-04), will hold its seventh hearing in a series examining artificial intelligence, titled “Building an AI-Ready America: Higher Education in the Age of AI.“ What:Subcommittee hearing titled “Building an AI-Ready America: Higher Education in the Age of AI” When:10:15 am ET / 8:15 am MT, Wednesday, June 3, 2026 Where:2175 Rayburn House Office […] The post Rep. Owens Holds Hearing on Higher Education in the Age of AI appeared first on Burgess Owens

Click here to watch the full interview Senator Blunt Rochester’s Interview Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, today appeared on CNBC’s “Squawk Box.” She discussed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh, and Bill Pulte’s appointment as Acting Director of National Intelligence. A key excerpt can be found below. Andrew […]

“Bobby’s humanity, empathy, and strength saved the lives of so many of our Boston neighbors. As we mourn this loss,... The post Pressley Delivers Floor Speech Honoring the Life and Legacy of Boston Firefighter Robert Kilduff Jr. appeared first on Ayanna Pressley.

WASHINGTON – Today, Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) announced he’s working on a plan to rebuild the middle class. He is sharing his framework for the plan and inviting the public to share their ideas. “I’m committed to building an economy that works for working people. That means bringing down costs. It also means addressing the other side of affordability: wage […]

“In this moment students are struggling. They, in particular, would benefit from this grant getting out the door.” Click here to watch Senator Blunt Rochester’s Remarks U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, today participated in a hearing entitled, “The Federal Highway Administration’s Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget.” Senator Blunt Rochester questioned Federal Highway Administrator Sean McMaster on the administration’s proposed budget for Fiscal

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Jon Husted (R-Ohio) today introduced the Safer Choice Program Authorization Act (SCPAA) to formally authorize and strengthen the Environmental Protection Agency’s voluntary Safer Choice Program. The Safer Choice Program helps consumers, businesses, schools, and institutions identify cleaning and other products that meet rigorous standards for human health, environmental safety, […]

June 3, 2026 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Senator Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.) joined CNBC’s Squawk Box live from the Senate Banking Committee room. Senator Alsobrooks discussed her work fueling innovation, creating economic opportunity, and lowering the cost of health care, housing, and groceries. WATCH FULL INTERVIEW HERE “There are people who expect that I should be offended by wealth — I’m not. […]

“As the daughter of a former student athlete, as a member of the Congressional Black Caucus, the former CEO of the Metropolitan Wilmington Urban League, and a lifelong member of the NAACP, I’m taking all of these concerns very seriously.” Click here to watch Senator Blunt Rochester’s Remarks Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Commerce, […]

WASHINGTON – The Virginia congressional delegation invites individuals across the Commonwealth to submit photographs to be considered for the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule. The delegation is collecting photographs that represent the many treasures Virginia has to offer in 2026 – whether they capture everyday life, natural landscapes, historic places, community events, local traditions, work, or […]