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Pentagon seeks $80 billion from Congress for Iran war
The Pentagon has told lawmakers it needs roughly $80 billion, mostly to cover the cost of the war in Iran
A New Bill Would Ban Lawmakers From Betting on Politics and Elections in Prediction Markets
CNBC’s Emily Wilkins reported last week that House lawmakers have introduced legislation that would prohibit members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children from placing wagers in prediction markets on political, policy, or election outcomes. “House lawmakers are just dropping a brand new bill that would ban lawmakers from making any bets in prediction markets ... A New Bill Would Ban Lawmakers From Betting on Politics and Elections in Prediction Markets
‘Delay and deny’ insurance practices hinder health care, CT patients, doctors say
Local doctors, lawmakers, patients and the American Medical Association, say that the number of prior authorizations and claim denials that insurance companies issue is worsening.
California braces for one of the biggest tax hikes in the last decade
California lawmakers and the governor this year are preparing to implement major tax hikes in a matter of weeks, representing one of the largest tax increases in the state within the last decade.
California state workers union warns of mass exodus with Newsom’s return to office order
California state workers are challenging a new mandate requiring them to return to the office four days a week starting July 1, as lawmakers advance a bill to ensure telework options.
California Politics 360 full episode | Lawmakers approve two major tax increases
This is a piece of the overall state spending plan, which the governor and legislature are expected to finalize by the end of the month.
Week in Politics: U.S.-Israel ties; Trump and Vance oppose ceasefire critics
President Trump and his vice-president pushed back against critics of the agreement to extend the ceasefire with Iran. Some Republican lawmakers have found the agreement wanting.
Midstate man shares near death experience after health insurance coverage denial
DOVER, Pa. (WHTM) — State lawmakers want to criminalize health insurance companies when their decision to deny coverage seriously injures or kills a patient. A York County man is doing much b…
New Mexico lawmakers press Presbyterian Health Plan over changes
"When the need is great but the money’s not, there’s an exodus," said Rep. Patricia Roybal Caballero, D-Albuquerque.
Senate panel advances college sports bill that SEC, Tuberville opposes
Bipartisan college sports legislation passed a key hurdle Thursday, but the SEC and some lawmakers still oppose the bill.
NC science panel urges caution in use of hardened structures to protect coastline
As state lawmakers consider repealing the longstanding ban on jetties on North Carolina’s coastline, some of the state’s top scientists are recommending "a cautious approach" to allowing any new hardened structures.
Meta lobbies Congress for immunity from lawsuits alleging online harm to children
Meta reportedly lobbied U.S. lawmakers for legal immunity from child harm lawsuits as part of the Kids Online Safety Act under Senate consideration.
Exclusive | Pentagon Tells Lawmakers It Needs $80 Billion for Iran War and Other Bills
Military officials say the services could run out of money for operations this summer unless Congress passes a new wartime spending bill.
12-year-old shares journey with sickle cell anemia on Capitol Hill
A 12-year-old takes his story to Washington, D.C., sharing with lawmakers how specialized treatment transformed his life with sickle cell disease.
Top GOP lawmaker rallies around conservative school board member facing calls to resign
Rep. Lisa McClain rebukes a Michigan school board for trying to remove a conservative member who missed meetings while on military deployment.
NJ Senate approves penalties for political violence
After a series of high-profile political killings rocked the nation, New Jersey lawmakers seek to heighten penalties for political violence.
MoU’s $300bn Iran reconstruction fund becomes US political flashpoint
Trump says US will not pay for planned fund as part of Iran MoU, as lawmakers connect price tag to affordability issues.
Steil pushes bill to ban lawmakers from political prediction markets - Live Updates
The Wisconsin Republican's legislation follows a string of high-profile episodes of alleged insider trading on the new markets.
Bipartisan Senate duo looks to help more small businesses sell goods overseas
A bipartisan pair of lawmakers, Sens. Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.) and Dave McCormick (R-Pa.), will introduce a bill Thursday aimed at helping American small businesses get loans to export their goods…
National Science Foundation reverses decision to dismantle oceans-monitoring network after outcry
The Trump administration has reversed a plan to dismantle a sprawling ocean monitoring network after vigorous objections from Democratic lawmakers and scientists.
National Science Foundation halts plans to dismantle oceans observatory project
The Trump administration has reversed a plan to dismantle a sprawling ocean monitoring network after vigorous objections from Democratic lawmakers and scientists.
Legislation Overhauling College Sports Faces Major Test In The Senate
A bipartisan bill top lawmakers and athletic leaders have described as the best chance to stabilize college sports is facing a key test in the Senate.
College sports bill clears key Senate hurdle despite SEC, Big Ten opposition
WASHINGTON (AP) — A bill that top lawmakers and athletic leaders have described as the best chance to stabilize college sports cleared a key vote in the Senate on Thursday with bipartisan support after weeks of input from schools, conferences and athletes.
House lawmakers tuck into budget a $36K raise for longtime Boston politician
Ways and Means Committee Chair Aaron Michlewitz says it's to keep the $156,000 pay "competitive" for Suffolk register of deeds. But the Legislature also wants to consider consolidating registries across the state.
Legislation overhauling college sports faces Senate test
A bipartisan bill top lawmakers and athletic leaders have described as the best chance to stabilize college sports is facing a key test in the Senate.
Legislation overhauling college sports faces a major test in the Senate
A bipartisan bill top lawmakers and athletic leaders have described as the best chance to stabilize college sports is facing a key test in the Senate.
California lawmakers to vote on tax increases affecting health insurance and digital software
California lawmakers are set to vote tomorrow on two tax increases, including higher taxes on health plans and a new sales tax on digital software, which are expected to raise billions annually for state programs.
Georgia GOP drops redistricting plan that would hurt Black representation
Gov. Brian Kemp had called a special session so Republicans could secure one or more additional House seats in the 2028 elections. But lawmakers pulled the plug.
Michigan Lawmakers Take Up Bill To Cap Marijuana Business Licenses As Industry Reels From Tax Increase
“We are doing our best to create the right regulatory scheme to be able to adequately enforce the market.” By Ben Solis, Michigan Advance The Michigan Senate is refocusing its marijuana industry license cap legislation to include new barriers to obtaining a license for growers, processors or dispensary operators with outstanding industry-related tax debt—a move […]
Thwarted attack on UFC fight is another reason to build White House ballroom, Trump DOJ argues
Federal courts have looked skeptically at President Donald Trump’s assertion that he can construct a massive new ballroom without approval from lawmakers
Georgia Republicans backtrack on redistricting plans
After Gov. Brian Kemp called them into a special session, state lawmakers said they didn’t have enough time to draw new maps that would have taken effect for the 2028 elections.
Do influencers need to disclose if they’re paid by a candidate? New California bill seeks to ensure they do
Bill aims to identify content “that looks organic and authentic … (but is) really the equivalent of an ad,” lawmaker says.
How the fight over US datacenters is scrambling this state’s politics: ‘We don’t want it’
Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania’s governor, squares off with state lawmakers over the facilities powering an AI boom
Political contribution limits in Oregon take effect in January — but it’s unclear if election officials will
Three months after lawmakers provided more guidance and funding for the law's rollout, there are still several major unknowns.
Ohio bill would ban use of politicians’ names, images on publicly funded signage
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Two Ohio lawmakers are attempting to ban the use of taxpayer dollars for political branding on public signage, such as road signs. Reps. Mark Hiner (R-Howard) and Tex …
Promoter of election conspiracy theories wins GOP primary for Nevada secretary of state
Former state lawmaker Jim Marchant has won the Republican nomination for Nevada secretary of state
Senate Republicans want a say on Trump’s Iran deal
Lawmakers said they are eager to delve into the fine print, though there is a high bar to overturning any final agreement.
Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt pushes federal fix for college sports amid NIL chaos
Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt is among lawmakers pushing federal legislation aimed at creating uniform rules for college athletics as lawsuits make it harder for the NCAA to enforce basic regulations.
Massachusetts looks for ‘happy medium’ on swipe fee reforms
Mass. lawmakers are hoping that business groups, banks, credit card companies, and payment processors will help them cut a path through the thicket of credit card swipe fees.
Lawmakers fight to stop the Trump administration's dismantling of a $386 million ocean observatory project
Monday’s pushback against the Republican administration’s actions comes as scientists are set to remove instruments from the Pacific and as an El Niño event is predicted to arrive this summer.
Local lawmakers ask small business admin for Tijuana River Valley support
Members of San Diego's congressional delegation Monday called on the U.S. Small Business Administration to continue to support small businesses impacted by Tijuana River Valley pollution.
One year after her death, lawmakers reflect on former House Speaker Melissa Hortman's legacy at the Legislature
Lawmakers across the political spectrum say what best defines Hortman's legacy in St. Paul is that she consistently put people above politics.
Senate Republican on FISA holdup: ‘Stop playing the politics’
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.V.) on Sunday slammed her fellow lawmakers after both chambers of Congress failed to pass bills to extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FI…
How security at the Minnesota Capitol has changed since lawmaker shootings
Georgia's vote-counting method will soon be banned. Lawmakers will try to find a fix this week
Legislators passed a law two years ago barring the use of the QR code printed on ballots that the state relies on to tally votes beyond July 1 of this year, but no replacement method was ever implemented.
On the brink: Black lawmakers could lose decades of gains in one year
The US is on the brink of the largest reduction in Black representation in Congress since the enactment of the Voting Rights Act almost 61 years ago.
Mapped: Where data centers are facing bans and moratoriums
Many Americans are resisting data centers across the country. Now, some lawmakers are responding with temporary moratoriums and outright bans.
Dooley campaigns with Kemp in Middle Georgia as lawmakers allege 'pay-to-play politics'
Derek Dooley is making some of his final pitches to voters in Middle Georgia as the U.S. Senate runoff inches closer to Election Day, and his campaign faces...
State Rep. Joe Schomacker resigns, citing 'new business opportunities' for the decision
A Minnesota lawmaker announced he is resigning from his position, citing new business opportunities as the reason for his departure.
Private health insurance rates may rise in California as lawmakers move forward with tax proposal
Private health insurance rates in California may rise next year as state lawmakers and the governor move forward with a plan to increase what's known as the state's managed care organization tax.
Opinion: Georgia lawmakers can erase Black districts but they shouldn't
Black and minority voices matter in the U.S. House and Georgia General Assembly.
Key U.S. government surveillance program is set to expire
It's unclear how soon lawmakers would be able to revive the spy program
House committee votes to halt prior authorization pilot impacting radiology services
Lawmakers have opted against authorizing funding for the Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction Model, citing concerns it will overburden patients and providers.
Ohio lawmakers send math intervention bill to Gov. Mike DeWine with science of reading exemption
An academic intervention bill that would also exempt Ohio’s classical schools from teaching the science of reading curriculum is heading to Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s desk.
McMahon weighing options on local laws passed by county legislature
He made those comments following a public hearing on Thursday, as lawmakers discussed imposing term limits on the county executive's office.
The Politics Hour: The final countdown to the D.C. primary and Virginia lawmakers stall over the budget
WAMU's Alex Koma and Washington Informer's Sam P.K. Collins get us ready for the D.C. primaries. Plus, Virginia Delegate Vivian Watts weighs in the data center tax breaks stalling budget negotiations.
Man pleads guilty to killing a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband while posing as an officer
A Minnesota man who posed as a police officer and knocked on lawmakers' doors in the middle of the night, killing the top Democrat in the state House and her husband and wounding a state senator and his wife, pleaded guilty to murder on Thursday so that federal prosecutors would not seek the death penalty.
Trump Picks Jay Clayton for Director of National Intelligence After Backlash Over Bill Pulte
Lawmakers had pressed the president to find someone besides Bill Pulte, the Trump ally who was the president’s interim choice but lacked experience.
Experts on uptick in political assassinations and polarization in recent years
Immediately after the shootings of two state lawmakers, some called it part of the rise in political violence they have been observing for some time across the country. Minnesota Now host Nina Moini spoke again with two of those experts a year after the attacks.
Lawmakers take the field for annual Congressional Baseball Game
It's a charity game, and with more than 30,000 tickets sold and $3.2 million raised, this year’s event was record breaking
Chip Roy fields proposal to block pay and power for longtime lawmakers
Rep. Chip Roy proposes ending pay and power for House and Senate lawmakers who serve 12 or more years in their respective legislative chambers.
New Jersey Citizen Action’s Political Action Committee Endorses Candidates for 2026 General Elections
New Jersey Citizen Action’s Political Action Committee (NJCA-PAC) has endorsed US Senator Cory Booker, and Democratic Congressional candidates Zack Mullock (CD2), Rebecca Bennett (CD7), and Dr. Adam Hamawy (CD12) for the General Elections in November. In a press statement today, New Jersey Citizen Action Executive Director Dena Mottola Jaborska said: “At a time when Washington is prioritizing tax breaks for billionaires while working families struggle to afford healthcare, housing, and everyday necessities, we need lawmakers who will fight for[...]
Man accused of killing Minnesota lawmaker and her husband is due to change plea
Vance Boelter is charged with killing former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman
Virginia's business reputation at the center of state budget impasse
Lawmakers are split on whether to end a tax exemption for data centers early.
NC 'Momnibus' bill gains support as lawmakers push to improve Black maternal health
Advocates rallied at the General Assembly to support the "Momnibus" bill, aimed at closing gaps and improving outcomes for Black mothers and babies.
MS Democrat lawmakers promote contraception and maternal health care
Rep. Zakiya Summers and Sen Kamesha Mumford joined advocates to discuss contraception near the anniversary of a landmark Supreme Court case.
Lawmakers continue to discuss potential Wyoming Business Council reforms
During the second meeting, the committee moved to revive the consensus block grant funding program. Plus, the Legislative Service Office (LSO) was directed to draft a bill based on agency recommendations for reforms and removal of underutilized WBC programs.
Southern Poverty Law Center chair put on defensive during heated congressional hearing: ‘We don’t fund hate groups’
The Southern Poverty Law Center’s interim president and CEO faced tough questions from Republican lawmakers during a hearing Tuesday over the organization’s former program of running informants in racist groups.
Lawmakers accuse SPLC of fomenting hate, political bias
'Outnumbered' reacts as lawmakers grill Southern Poverty Law Center officials for allegedly fomenting hate, displaying political bias and targeting conservative and religious groups.
For the ninth consecutive month, NC sports bettors wager more than $500 million
North Carolina lawmakers have agreed to raise the tax rate on legal sports betting operators. At its current 18% rate, the operators have paid right at $300 million in taxes through May.
Social Security retirement trust fund will run dry in 2032 unless Congress acts
Tens of millions of retirees and other Americans could see smaller monthly Social Security checks in six years if lawmakers don’t act to shore up the program’s finances, according to an annual report released Tuesday by Social Security’s trustees.
Ohio lawmakers backtrack after trying to restrict Medicaid home healthcare
Ohio Republicans have reversed course after their proposal to restrict home healthcare under the state's Medicaid program received massive backlash.
New sports betting law protects against addiction, exposure to kids in Colorado, according to lawmakers
A new law signed by Gov. Jared Polis adds restrictions to sports betting in Colorado, preventing ads that target children and young adults and limiting how often bettors can deposit money.
Pentagon updates list of recognized religious affiliations after backlash from Mormon lawmakers
The Pentagon has updated its list of verified religious affiliations for service members used in HR systems and removed the “Christian” designation from several faiths after facing backlash over the weekend that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was not designated as Christian.
California wants to cap business tax credits, alarming life sciences and tech industries
California's life sciences industry, and some lawmakers, urge state leaders to reject budget proposal to permanently limit R&D tax credits.
NC lawmakers eye more child welfare changes after Charlotte girl’s death exposes chronic gaps in the system
NC legislators grilled state and county child welfare officials, along with local law enforcement, in a hearing to find out what went wrong.
Looking for revenue, NC lawmakers agree to raise taxes on sports gambling operators
Lawmakers have discussed other ways to increase revenue through gambling and the state lottery, people familiar with the negotiations tell WRAL.
Lawmaker blacklisted by Beijing makes long-shot bid to become Taipei mayor
Ruling DPP’s Puma Shen made his name as an outspoken civil defence activist, but faces an uphill battle to unseat the KMT’s Wayne Chiang.
Upstate county's lawmakers push bill holding parents accountable
The bill would require parents or guardians of juvenile offenders to complete mandatory parenting classes. Those who refuse would face community service.
Missouri lawmakers didn’t act on data centers; they’re toxic in local politics
While data centers have upended local politics, Missouri lawmakers introduced several bills to regulate them, none crossed the finish line.
SC health department employee charged with threatening state lawmaker
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) charged a Richland County man with threatening the life of a public official.
New York state lawmakers pass bill targeting surveillance pricing
Gov. Kathy Hochul would need to sign the bill for it to become law.
Youth mental health system in NJ hurts kids, frustrates parents, study says
Lawmakers proposed fixes to NJ's child mental health system in response to a report saying it frustrates parents, leaves kids waiting for care
The Republican lawmakers who tried to modify abortion bans and became political targets
At least four Republican lawmakers across the country have lost reelection bids after anti-abortion groups and key party allies backed their challengers instead. Two others face contested primaries, including one in North Dakota.
Trump unfazed by GOP revolt as lawmakers seek political distance
The president has reacted to recent setbacks, notably the resistance of congressional Republicans, with angry defiance, saying he’ll nominate the unpopular Todd Blanche as attorney general and refusing to admit his payout fund is dead.
House approves Ukraine aid and Russian sanctions, defying Trump and GOP leaders
More than a dozen GOP lawmakers defied their own leadership — and President Donald Trump — by voting with Democrats to approve a major bill to deliver billions of dollars in aid to Ukraine while imposing steep sanctions on Russia.
Todd Blanche was ‘in charge’ of Epstein matter, Bondi told lawmakers, according to new transcript
Todd Blanche, President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Justice Department, was responsible for overseeing the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, former Attorney General Pam Bondi said during a closed-door interview with lawmakers last month.
Kevin O'Leary's data center project just got a lot smaller
Kevin O'Leary agreed to scale back his proposed Utah data center after pressure from a top state lawmaker.
Bears downplayed Chicago talks as Arlington Heights push advanced
Records obtained by Crain's show six conversations between City Hall and team attorneys as Springfield lawmakers weighed legislation sought by the Bears.
New details revealed of Epstein assistant’s abuse allegations as GOP lawmakers call for DOJ investigation
House Oversight Chair James Comer and other Republican lawmakers are calling on the Justice Department to investigate allegations involving two men accused of sexually abusing Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime assistant, according to a letter provided first to CNN.
Lehigh Valley Political Pulse: Gridlock, budgets and midterm politics shape summer outlook
With Memorial Day behind them, lawmakers are heading toward summer recess amid questions about what, if anything, they will be able to accomplish before voters return their attention to the fall elections.
GOP lawmakers question Rx Kids as study shows healthier births in Flint
Dr. Mona Hanna, founder of the Rx Kids program in Michigan, fielded questions from lawmakers on where money is going, immigrants and abortions.
New York lawmakers could vote on data center moratorium this week
The proposal is a reworked version that now shortens a proposed moratorium on new data center construction from three years to one.
GOP lawmakers call homophobic X post from colleague’s account ‘disgusting’
Republican lawmakers blasted a homophobic post that appeared on GOP Rep. Andy Ogles’ X account on Tuesday, saying it was “gross,” “disgusting,” a distraction and had no place in their party.
Republicans defy Johnson to advance Democrat-backed Ukraine aid
House Democrats scored a rare win as lawmakers voted to advance a bipartisan Ukraine aid package with new military assistance and Russia sanctions.
Reps. Mejia, Cleaver Demand Trump Administration Automatically Refund Illegal Tariffs Collected from U.S. Small Businesses and Provide Refunds to American Consumers
Reps. Mejia, Cleaver Demand Trump Administration Automatically Refund Illegal Tariffs Collected from U.S. Small Businesses and Provide Refunds to American Consumers Washington D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Analilia Mejia (D-NJ) and Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) led dozens of lawmakers in demanding the Trump administration make consumers eligible for tariff refunds and implement an automatic refund[...]