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Congressman Derrick Van Orden and Congresswoman Andrea Salinas have introduced the Bubble Tax Modernization Act, a legislation aimed at lowering the tax rate for lower-alcohol wine, cider, and mead made with fruit. The current tax code dictates that if a sparkling cider, wine, or mead is made with fruits other
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A federal ban on intoxicating hemp products has gained traction in the US Senate and House of Representatives, with supporters citing concerns over the products' safety and deceptive marketing. The ban would effectively close the "Farm Bill loophole," which was created by the 2018 Farm Bill and
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Congresswoman Julia Brownley has introduced the Veterans' Surviving Spouse Equity Act to ensure that surviving spouses of veterans are not unfairly denied benefits due to outdated marriage laws. The bill aims to align spousal benefits eligibility between the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
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The U.S. House of Representatives today approved the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025 (H.R. 4275), a bipartisan bill that authorizes funding through 2029 for the United States Coast Guard and its critical missions to safeguard the nation's borders, facilitate maritime commerce, ensure maritime safety, and
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A crisis is unfolding in rural America as hospitals on the edge of collapse are being ignored by lawmakers who voted for devastating Medicaid cuts. Hospitals that have been on shaky ground for years are now facing a perfect storm of financial pressure, thanks to a federal spending bill that
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The U.S. Coast Guard is a critical component of the nation's defense, responsible for safeguarding shorelines, facilitating maritime commerce, ensuring maritime safety, and more. Recently, bipartisan legislation has been passed by the House to strengthen, support, and authorize funding through 2029 for the Coast Guard. The bill,
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Congressman Suhas Subramanyam joined members of the Congressional Dads Caucus to unveil a six-bill legislative package aimed at lowering costs for working families by eliminating harmful tariffs on essential baby products. The packages' main goal is to provide tariff relief on baby essentials, such as strollers, car seats, formula,
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In a notable move, the House Financial Services Committee has passed a slew of bipartisan bills aimed at bolstering small businesses, strengthening national security, and refining financial regulations. Key bills that passed on the Committee include the American Access to Banking Act, the No New Burma Funds Act, and the
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The US Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private non-profits in Minnesota to apply for low-interest federal disaster loans by August 25 to offset losses caused by excessive rain, hail, and high winds. Meanwhile, US lawmakers are addressing various issues, including the need for an independent investigation
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In a significant victory for environmental conservation, the House and Senate Appropriations Committees have approved fiscal year 2026 spending bills that maintain current funding levels for crucial Bay restoration work at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Interior Department. This decision, announced by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation on July 25,
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Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, voted in support of the FY2026 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill, which was approved on a 26-2 vote. The bill, which funds the U.S. Department of the Interior, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and other agencies, includes
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Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has played a crucial role in advancing the FY 2026 Agriculture Appropriations Act through the Senate Committee on Appropriations. The bill aims to support Alabama's farmers and rural communities, with Britt securing over $6.25 million in Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) for various projects.
