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LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A bill to crack down on retail crime, sponsored by Nevada Democratic Congresswoman Dina Titus, has cleared its first hurdle on the way to becoming law. The Combating Organized Retail Crime Act, also known as CORCA, recently passed through the House of Representatives. Proponents called the bipartisan bill a step forward for business owners and shoppers in Nevada, as said during a news conference at Boulevard Mall on Monday. “I’m very pleased that this is moving forward, ” Titus said. CORCA, which was first introduced in 2023, would expand federal enforcement of organized the

Washington, DC--Today, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06), Co-Chairs of the Congressional PFAS Task Force, raised concerns following the Adminstration's proposal to roll back federal drinking water protections for toxic “forever chemicals” known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS. The proposal would rescind limits on four PFAS chemicals under the nation’s first-ever PFAS drinking water standard and give water systems two additional years to comply with limits for two others—potentially leaving communities exposed to contaminated drin

Funding will Modernize Passenger Boarding Infrastructure, Improve Traveler Experience, and Strengthen Western New York’s Transportation Network BUFFALO, NY – Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced the awarding of $8.7 million in federal funding for the Buffalo Niagara International Airport. The grant was authorized through the Federal Aviation Administration’s Fiscal Year 2026 Airport Terminal Program. This federal investment will fund the replacement of up to eight existing passenger boarding bridges, along with new ground power units and preconditioned air units that will modernize airp

Bowling Green, KY – In a new op-ed in the Bowling Green Daily News, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Brett Guthrie (KY-02), outlined how he and his Committee have led the charge to expose fraud being committed in federal health programs like Medicaid and Medicare. Chairman Guthrie: Fraud in Federal Health Programs Bowling Green Daily News Chairman Brett Guthrie May 16, 2026 “In November 2024, the American people sent President Trump and a Republican trifecta to Washington to restore common sense and, importantly, take action to root out waste, fraud, and ab

During the consideration of the Fiscal Year 2027 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill, the House was scheduled to vote on an amendment to eliminate the Filipino Veterans Equity Compensation Fund. I opposed the proposal, and even through it was ultimately not offered, we must oppose any similar effort to do so in the future. In 1941, more than 250,000 Filipino soldiers responded to President Roosevelt’s call-to-arms in the Philippines and elsewhere and fought bravely for the U.S. and our allies during World War II. They endured the horrors of the Bataan Death March a

https://www.azcentral.com/story/opinion/op-ed/2026/05/18/protect-job-from-foreign-workers-opinion/90051568007/   My bill to pause the H1-B visa will protect American workers | Opinion The visa program that allowed foreign workers to fill jobs when no qualified American worker was available must be reformed. The End H1-B Visa Abuse Act will help protect those American workers. Paul Gosar For The Republic For decades, Washington elites and multinational corporations have sold the American people a lie about the H-1B visa program. Americans were told the program existed to fill tempor

Rep. Frankel joined Democrats on the House Appropriations Committee to advance two key provisions in the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (CJS) appropriations bill to protect survivors of Epstein sexual abuse and strengthen victims’ rights in the justice system. This follows the recent House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Democrats' field hearing on the Epstein case held in Palm Beach County. Rep. Frankel will be available for interviews from 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. tomorrow, May 19, to discuss her work to secure these critical protec

ICYMI: Moore, Sanders, Omar, McGovern Lead More Than 100 Colleagues in Helping End Child Hunger Through Universal School Meals Rep. Gwen Moore, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Rep. Ilhan Omar and Rep. McGovern introduced legislation to end child hunger in the United States. The Universal School Meals Program Act of 2026 would offer free breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a snack to every student in America — regardless of income — and eliminate school meal debt while incentivizing local food in schools. “Millions of families already face hunger in this country. But with Republicans cutting SNAP an

https://washingtonreporter.news/op-ed-rep-warren-davidson-how-to-make-american-housing-affordable-again/ Rep. Warren Davidson (R-OH) Congress has a rare opportunity to deliver real housing affordability reform. The House passed the Housing for the 21st Century Act in a 390 to 9 vote. Similarly, the Senate passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act 89 to 10. These margins reflect broad, bipartisan support. The question is whether the final version reflects the best of both bills or whether Congress accepts flawed Senate provisions that housing providers, homebuilders, and real estate groups w

WASHINGTON — In an opinion editorial published by RealClear Defense, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) highlighted the urgent need to properly fund America’s Special Operations Forces as growing global threats continue to increase the demands placed on these elite servicemembers.  In case you missed it… The Growing Gap Between SOF Missions and SOF Resources RealClear Defense Ronny Jackson May 18, 2026 As Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations, I have the privilege of overseeing some of the most capable, disciplined, and cour

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) announced Isabel Chung, a student from Glen Allen, as the winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for Virginia’s First District.  The winning art piece of Congressman Wittman’s 2026 Congressional Art Competition is titled “A New Beginning at Norfolk” by Isabel Chung of Glen Allen. "The Congressional Art Competition is a way to display the artistic talents of students across the nation,” said Rep. Wittman. “I am delighted to announce that this year’s winner for Virginia

Bowling Green, KY – In a new op-ed in the Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) outlined the ways that, in passing the 2026 Farm Bill, the House of Representatives has delivered much-needed certainty and relief for Kentucky farmers. Congressman Guthrie: Supporting Much-Needed Certainty and Relief for Kentucky Farmers Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer Congressman Brett Guthrie May 15, 2026 “For hundreds of years, Kentucky agriculture has been at the core of the Commonwealth’s culture and economic prosperity. “In Kentucky’s Second District alone, nearly 20,

WASHINGTON, D.C.–Congressman Neal Dunn, M.D. today introduced the Enhancing Clinical Laboratory Innovation and Access Act (Enhancing CLIA Act) of 2026 to update the regulation of diagnostic testing services under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), to further innovation. CLIA, created in 1988 to provide guidelines to ensure safe development of diagnostic tests, is overseen by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and remains the framework for regulating laboratory testing services. The Enhancing CLIA Act of 2026 provides a necessary update to reflect advance

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) and Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) introduced the Creating Early Childhood Leaders Act of 2026, legislation to strengthen teacher preparation programs and better equip educators working with young children. The bill would require training in early childhood development, including child social and emotional growth, age-appropriate behavioral supports, and effective instructional practices. The legislation recognizes that the earliest years of the life of a child are critical to long-term learning and development and ensures

Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) announced more than $120 million in funding victories for Texas’ 14th Congressional District in the Fiscal Year 2027 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act following passage out of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water. The legislation will now advance to the full House Appropriations Committee before it heads to the U.S. House Floor. The bill includes critical funding for Texas Gulf Coast priorities championed by Rep. Weber, including the Sabine-Neches Waterway, the Coastal Texas Protec