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Biden Issues New Executive Order Honoring Jimmy Carter
In a profound tribute to one of America’s most distinguished leaders, the federal government will close all executive departments and agencies on January 9, 2025, in honor of James Earl Carter, Jr.,...
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Dr. Chen Confirmed as Director of the Amtrak Board of Directors
In December 2024, Dr. Chen was confirmed by Congress to serve as a director on the Amtrak Board of Directors, a position that underscores his extensive expertise in public policy, business, and academ...
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Recently Passed Bill Gives Trump Administration $60 billion To Tackle Illegal Immigration
The American Relief Act of 2025, spearheaded by Representative Tom Cole (R-OK), includes over $60 billion in emergency supplemental appropriations aimed at disaster relief ...
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The Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act of 2023
The "Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act of 2023," introduced on March 9, 2023, by Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR), represents a decisive step in combating forced organ harvesting and human trafficking for the...
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What is Congress Doing About AI?
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into various sectors of society, Congress has introduced a plethora of bills aimed at addressing its ethical...
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Countering CCP Fentanyl Trafficking Act: A Bold Move Against the Opioid Crisis
The Countering CCP Fentanyl Trafficking Act represents a decisive legislative effort to combat the global fentanyl crisis, focusing on the role of Chinese officials in the Mexican drug trade. This bil...
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What Is Congress Doing About UAPs?
Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs) have captured the public’s imagination and the attention of lawmakers in recent years. While many discussions focus on extraterrestri...
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Why Are Land-Based Bills Dominating Congress This Week?
Why Are Land-Based Bills Dominating Congress This Week?This week, Congress is abuzz with activity, but a noticeable trend stands out: a surge in land-focused legislation. From wildfire prevention to c...
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