McConnell, Democrats Unite to Affirm U.S. Commitment to NATO

Senate leaders reaffirm U.S. commitment to NATO, a bipartisan move countering the President and reinforcing congressional over...

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Lawmaker urges Senate to approve National Medal of Honor monument bill A lawmaker honored Medal of Honor recipients from Utah on National Medal of Honor Day and urged the Senate to pass the Herschel Woody Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act after the House approved it 414-0.

A lawmaker passionately called on the Senate to honor our heroes by approving a permanent National Medal of Honor monument on the National Mall, following a unanimous House vote.

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Committee approves Mystic Alerts Act to allow satellite delivery of wireless emergency alerts, 52–0 The committee adopted an amendment and passed HR 7022, the Mystic Alerts Act, directing the FCC to enable satellite transmission of wireless emergency alerts so messages can reach areas without terrestrial service; the bill passed the committee by a 52–0 roll-call vote.

The House Committee just passed the Mystic Alerts Act, ensuring emergency alerts can reach you via satellite even when traditional networks fail during disasters!

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House Energy and Commerce committee reauthorizes FirstNet with increased oversight, 50–0 The committee approved HR 7386, the First Responder Network Authority Reauthorization Act, adopting a bipartisan substitute that raises public-safety representation on the FirstNet board and tightens NTIA oversight; the bill passed by roll call, 50–0.

The House just passed a vital reauthorization for FirstNet, enhancing public safety communications and oversight—an urgent move for our first responders!

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Prediction Markets Bill Gains Bipartisan Backing Senators Young and Slotkin introduced a bill on Mar 29, 2026 to mandate transparency for prediction markets; CFTC precedent from 2023 frames committee scrutiny.

Prediction Markets Bill Gains Bipartisan Backing: Senators Young and Slotkin introduced a bill on Mar 29, 2026 to mandate transparency for prediction markets; CFTC precedent from 2023… 👈 Read full analysis #PredictionMarkets #BipartisanSupport #TransparencyInTrading #CFTCRules #MarketRegulation

Bill would add photo‑ID at county recorder and increase penalties for forged deeds, sponsors say Senate Bill 14 79 would require photo identification for documents at county recorder offices, set notarization identifying measures for real‑property documents, and reclassify knowingly submitting a false deed or forgery from a misdemeanor to a class 5 felony; sponsors described bipartisan stakeholder work and urged support to deter deed and title fraud.

A new bipartisan bill in Arizona aims to combat deed and title fraud by introducing mandatory photo ID requirements and toughening penalties for forgery.

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Senator from Newton leads passage of bill allowing dissolution while pregnant in cases of violence The Senate approved a House committee substitute that allows a person to seek dissolution of marriage during pregnancy in cases involving violence, with the sponsor saying it prevents pressure to seek abortion. The bill passed by constitutional majority (29-0).

Missouri's Senate has taken a historic step by passing a bill that empowers victims of domestic violence to seek divorce during pregnancy, ensuring safety without the pressure of making urgent decisions.

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House Republicans urge passage of HF 3490 to keep federal education tax-credit dollars in Minnesota House Republican lawmakers promoted House File 3490, which would opt Minnesota into an existing federal tax-credit program to let donors direct federal-credited donations to in-state scholarship-granting organizations that support students and schools, arguing the plan costs the state nothing and could deliver billions if uptake is high.

House Republicans are pushing for a game-changing bill that could bring billions in federal education funding directly to Minnesota schools—without costing the state a dime!

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Committee moves to make temporary fraud withholding permanent and allow interagency notification House File 36‑21, as amended, makes withholding of suspected fraudulent payments permanent, lowers the standard from 'preponderance' to 'credible allegation', expands withholding to individuals and businesses, and authorizes interagency notification; the committee passed the bill and referred it to judiciary.

Minnesota's new House File 36-21 could revolutionize fraud prevention by making temporary withholding of suspected payments a permanent strategy!

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Representative says union bill is a vehicle; sponsor vows to reshape controversial provisions Representative Kennedy presented House Bill 4253, a multi-part bill concerning unions and disclosure; sponsor described the filing as an initial vehicle and said he will work to amend problematic provisions, while the committee voted unanimously to report the measure forward.

Representative Kennedy is taking the reins on House Bill 4253, promising to reshape its controversial provisions and ensure bipartisan support before it moves forward.

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GOP leaders say juvenile rehabilitation and child-endangerment measures stalled as session winds down Republican lawmakers said bills addressing child endangerment and juvenile rehabilitation that had bipartisan support in the Senate were killed in the House or otherwise did not advance, and they criticized the majority for linking reforms to more controversial measures.

Bipartisan efforts to protect children and reform juvenile rehabilitation have hit a wall in the House, leaving lawmakers frustrated and vulnerable youth without crucial support.

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Panel backs wage‑recovery fund in HB 2479; employers and worker advocates outline tradeoffs Staff and supporters said HB 2479 creates a wage recovery fund financed by civil penalties to give immediate partial payments to low‑wage workers; employers and contractor groups offered conditional support while noting implementation design questions.

A new bipartisan bill, HB 2479, aims to combat wage theft by establishing a recovery fund that promises swift relief for workers, but raises eyebrows among employers over its implementation.

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Committee adopts amendment to require five-year update of state economic development plan and reports bill out as amended The committee adopted amendment WALE 402 to Substitute Senate Bill 6289, changing the statutory update cycle for the statewide economic development and competitiveness strategic plan from every two years to every five years; SB 6289 was then reported out of committee as amended on a 10–0 vote (3 excused).

Washington's economic development strategy just got a major overhaul, shifting from a two-year to a five-year update cycle to enhance stakeholder engagement and fiscal responsibility!

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Senate passes major K–12 recalibration bill after hours of amendment fights After extended floor debate and multiple amendment votes, the Senate passed Senate File 81, a recalibration of K–12 public‑school finance that increases resources for teacher pay and adjusts formulas; several sponsor amendments were rejected while others were adopted to retain committee compromise provisions.

The Senate has just passed a pivotal K–12 recalibration bill after intense debates and amendments, setting the stage for potential improvements in teacher pay and educational outcomes!

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Committee adopts changes to insurance assessment credit: 7-year carry forward, $10M annual cap The committee adopted a substantial rewrite to HB 11 94 that shortens the insurer carry-forward period to seven years, sets a $10 million annual statewide cap and changes annual recognition rules; the amendment and the committee's 'ought to pass' recommendation passed largely along bipartisan lines (16–1). Insurance department and industry representatives spoke in support of negotiated changes.

New Hampshire's committee just revamped insurance tax credits, slashing the carry-forward period and capping annual claims—what does this mean for the industry?

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Committee orders interim study on ways to raise revenue for education after members cite shortfall HB1579, to form a committee to study revenue options for additional education spending, was referred to interim study 18–0; proponents argued the root problem is insufficient revenue, noting property taxpayers pay about 72% of district costs while the state contributes about 21%.

New Hampshire's Education Funding Committee just took a historic step, voting unanimously to explore new revenue options for schools, highlighting a critical shortfall in funding!

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Israel’s consul general thanks Iowa House for bipartisan support, warns against rising antisemitism Israel’s consul general to the Midwest addressed the Iowa House, thanked Iowa leaders for bipartisan support, condemned rising antisemitism, recounted the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks and hostage returns, and urged deeper cooperation on trade, agriculture and technology.

Israel's consul general praises Iowa's leadership and urges stronger ties to combat antisemitism while fostering innovation and trade.

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House Transportation Committee Reauthorizes EPA Section 319 Grants in Local Waters Protection Act The committee voted to favorably report HR 73 76, the Local Waters Protection Act, a five-year reauthorization of EPA Section 319 nonpoint source grants; supporters cited thousands of miles of waterways restored, while a member criticized federal overreach.

The House Committee just took a major step towards cleaner waters by reauthorizing the Local Waters Protection Act, which has already restored thousands of miles of waterways!

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Councilwoman describes bipartisan push to repurpose juvenile facility as a healing center; bill stalled in state House Councilwoman Laurie Matthews told the Indigenous Commission that a bipartisan state bill to pay for relocating the juvenile detention center — freeing space to create a local healing center — passed appropriations but is stalled in the state House. She said a steering committee and local advisory group are forming and organizers hope to open a short-term site by year-end.

Councilwoman Laurie Matthews reveals a bipartisan effort to transform a juvenile detention facility into a local healing center, but the crucial state bill is currently stalled in the House.

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Unidentified senator urges Congress and USTR to enforce USMCA as tariffs hit trade An unidentified senator speaking to the Senate Committee on Finance criticized recent tariffs on Canada, said the U.S. Trade Representative has not opened enforcement cases under USMCA, and urged Congress to reclaim oversight and press USTR to use the pact's six-year review to protect farmers and workers.

A senator is calling for urgent action to enforce the USMCA, warning that inaction could jeopardize billions in trade and hurt American workers.

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Rep. French Hill says House 'Clarity Act' provides bipartisan framework as White House mediates stablecoin rewards dispute Representative French Hill, chair of the House Financial Services Committee, told a broadcast interviewer that the House's Clarity Act offers bipartisan language on stablecoins and DeFi. He said Treasury rulemaking and harmonized SEC/CFTC oversight could resolve a standoff over whether crypto platforms may pay rewards to customers who hold stablecoins on exchanges.

Rep. French Hill believes the House's Clarity Act lays the groundwork for a bipartisan solution on stablecoins and DeFi as the White House steps in to mediate ongoing disputes.

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Committee backs technical fixes to Land of Enchantment Legacy Fund The House Appropriations and Finance Committee gave a due-pass recommendation to HB184, which makes technical changes to the Land of Enchantment Legacy Fund aimed at preventing trapped balances and streamlining distributions to natural-resource programs. Conservation groups urged support.

House Bill 184 is set to revolutionize New Mexico's conservation funding, preventing trapped balances and ensuring vital resources flow to natural programs—an essential step for our environment!

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Subcommittee opens markup on FirstNet reauthorization, proposes two public-safety board seats A House Energy and Commerce subcommittee opened markup on the First Responder Network Authority Reauthorization Act, with the chair saying the bill preserves the FirstNet boardand adds two dedicated public-safety seats while the committee continues bipartisan consultation and stakeholder feedback.

The House subcommittee is taking crucial steps to strengthen the FirstNet board by adding two new public-safety seats, ensuring that first responders have a stronger voice in their communications network.

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Subcommittee unanimously reports HB 400 with amendment to extend motion-picture tax credit The subcommittee adopted a line amendment and reported HB 400 (motion-picture tax credit extension) with amendments after industry and labor testimony; the amendment removed the fiscal impact and the bill will go forward on the board.

Virginia's film and television industry is set for a boost as a subcommittee endorses HB 400, promising job creation and local business benefits through a vital tax credit extension.

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Vermont Senate adopts resolution condemning tactics used during "Operation Metro Surge" The Vermont Senate on Feb. 6 adopted SR 21 condemning tactics used in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's "Operation Metro Surge," including language added by a bipartisan amendment citing two fatal encounters in Minneapolis; the measure passed after debate over due process and legislative authority.

The Vermont Senate has taken a bold stand by adopting a resolution that condemns the controversial tactics of ICE's "Operation Metro Surge," sparking heated debate over due process and legislative authority.

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Senate confirms a slate of gubernatorial appointees and clears numerous local bills The Alabama Senate confirmed multiple governor appointments to military, regulatory and educational boards and advanced and passed a large set of committee-recommended bills, many unanimously; the chamber also took up and disposed of a series of local constitutional amendment items and procedural matters before adjourning.

The Alabama Senate wrapped up a busy session, confirming key gubernatorial appointments and advancing numerous local bills with remarkable bipartisan support!

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🌟 Exciting news! Paris Hilton & Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are teaming up on the Defiance Bill to combat digital abuse & deepfakes! 💪✨ Let’s advocate for a safer online world! 💜 #DigitalAbuse #Deepfakes #DefianceBill #BipartisanSupport #ProtectVictims #YWCAMC #AI

Votes at a glance: seven bills advanced by Senate Public Safety Committee The committee advanced multiple bills with mostly bipartisan support. Quick outcomes: SB 1226 (move to floor, 6–0), SB 1456 (sunset extension, 6–1), SB 1462 (task-force extension, 6–2), SB 1463 (polygraph board, 8–1), SB 1980 (gift-card larceny, 7–2), SB 1479 (crime-scene image restrictions, 6–2), SB 1608 (registry changes, 6–2), SB 1923 (inmate social media ban, 7–1).

The Senate Public Safety Committee has advanced a series of crucial bills that could reshape safety laws in Oklahoma—find out what's on the table!

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House panel advances bill to require school elopement plans for students at risk The Student Academic Success Subcommittee advanced a bipartisan bill to require public schools to adopt elopement-prevention plans, including immediate parent notification, campus search procedures, and student-specific risk plans; proponents cited safety concerns and stakeholder consensus. The committee reported the bill favorably.

A new bipartisan bill in Florida aims to enhance safety for at-risk students by mandating standardized elopement plans in public schools, addressing a critical concern for families and advocates alike.

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Sen. Tim Scott highlights bipartisan 'Road to Housing' bill after unanimous committee vote Sen. Tim Scott said the 'Road to Housing' package passed his committee 24–0 and urged quick work with the House to make homeownership more affordable, tying the bill’s goals to lower interest rates and broader economic policy.

Sen. Tim Scott champions a groundbreaking bipartisan housing bill aimed at making homeownership more attainable for younger Americans, boasting a unanimous committee vote of 24 to 0!

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