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The Senate Approves The $1 Trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill In A Historic Vote
By: Kelsey Snell | NPR
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — The Senate voted 69-30 Tuesday to approve a $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill, a historic piece of legislation that could reshape American lives for decades. The measure fulfills a call from President Biden for the two major parties to work together to deliver one of his top priorities, but it faces an… Read More
Congress Votes To Restore Regulations On Climate-Warming Methane Emissions
By: Jeff Brady | NPR
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The Trump administration rolled back the regulations last year, a move that was so controversial even some oil companies opposed it. Methane is an even more potent greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide.
Sen. Brown Presses Landlord Over Report It Evicts Black Renters At Higher Rates
By: Chris Arnold | NPR
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A senator is asking why a corporate landlord has filed to evict renters in predominantly Black counties at four times the rate as renters in predominantly white counties.
Senate Republicans Release $928 Billion Infrastructure Counteroffer
By: Kelsey Snell | NPR
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The move comes days after President Biden offered to lop off $550 billion from his original proposal, moving the two sides closer than they have ever been, though significant challenges remain.
What The New Monthly Child Tax Credits Mean For You And Your Family
By: Vanessa Romo | NPR
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“For working families with children, this tax cut sends a clear message: Help is here,” said President Biden, touting the tax credit that gives American families up to an extra $1,600 per child.
State Dems Urge Congress To Pass Bill To Lower Drug Prices
By: Jo Ingles | Statehouse News Bureau
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — There’s a bill in Congress Democrats say would help lower the price of prescription drugs. Some state representatives here are pushing to get it passed. In 2019, the Democrat-led Congress passed a bill to give Medicare the power to negotiate for lower drug prices. It went nowhere. But John… Read More
Ohio’s Congressional Delegation In Lockdown As Chaos Overtakes U.S. Capitol
By: Gayle Putrich | WCPN
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Updated: 4:48 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021 WASHINGTON, D.C. (WCPN) — Members of Ohio’s congressional delegation are scattered across the U.S. Capitol campus as Pro-Trump extremists storm the Capitol building and surrounding offices, including the House and Senate chambers. Many members and staff are able to communicate only through Twitter and other social media as the Capitol… Read More
DeWine Opposes Effort By Many Republicans To Overturn Biden’s Win
By: Karen Kasler | Statehouse News Bureau
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Ohio’s Republican Sen. Rob Portman says he opposes objections to certification of the electoral college results on Wednesday, though it’s expected at least five Ohio Congressmen will object, along with many other Republicans. Gov. Mike DeWine – a fellow Republican and supporter of President Trump – is now saying… Read More
Trump Signs COVID-19 Relief Deal
By: Benjamin Swasey | Barbara Sprunt | NPR
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President Trump’s signature, even after his bashing of the legislation, puts an end to uncertainty over when millions of Americans will receive the economic relief provided in the massive bill.
Bipartisan Group Of Lawmakers Offer $908 Billion Coronavirus Aid Compromise
By: Susan Davis | Claudia Grisales | NPR
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A loosely assembled group of House and Senate lawmakers released a legislative framework they hope can break the months-long impasse between party leaders and the White House on pandemic relief.
Congress Deadlocked Over Pandemic Assistance As Millions Wait
By: Chris Arnold | NPR
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Federal unemployment money has been cut off for nearly two months. Congress hasn’t worked out a deal to send more help, and the fight over a Supreme Court nominee could make that harder.
After Delays, Republicans Rolled Out A New Pandemic Relief Bill. Democrats Balked
By: Claudia Grisales | Deirdre Walsh | NPR
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After days of delays, congressional Republicans unveiled their $1 trillion proposal for a fifth wave of pandemic relief. Democrats are not on board — signaling tough negotiations ahead.
Lessons From Congress’ Last Experience Helping Rescue An Economy In Free Fall
By: Kelsey Snell | NPR
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Congress isn’t known for passing broad legislation quickly. Its response to the 2008 economic crisis has parallels with the coronavirus — and this period could also mean political blowback for some.
What’s in the Federal Coronavirus Package for You? $1,200 Checks And More
By: Danielle Kurtzleben | NPR
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Congress has announced agreement on a $2 trillion economic relief package for the effects of COVID-19. Most households will get a relief check, and unemployment insurance has been greatly expanded.
Civil Rights Leader Rep. John Lewis To Start Treatment For Pancreatic Cancer
By: Emma Bowman | NPR
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The Georgia congressman, who spent decades fighting racial discrimination, says he’s mounting his biggest battle yet: stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Lewis will stay in office as he undergoes treatment.
Animal Cruelty As A Federal Crime: Trump Is Expected To Sign Bill Passed By Congress
By: Bill Chappell I NPR
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The PACT Act would be the first national law making severe animal cruelty and torture illegal. An earlier law only banned videos of such acts.
Democrats Predict Speedy Impeachment Inquiry Lasting Weeks, Not ‘Months’
By: Carrie Feibel | NPR
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With the full House on recess, the House Intelligence Committee could start hearings within days into President Trump’s contacts with Ukraine.
Lawmakers Head Home For 2 Weeks, But Impeachment Inquiry Rolls On
By: Susan Davis | Claudia Grisales | NPR
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Congress adjourned for a two-week recess, but members of the House Intelligence Committee will continue their investigation regarding the possible impeachment of President Trump.
Senator Pushes Bill To Curb ‘Exploitative And Addictive’ Social Media Practices
By: Tim Mak | NPR
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The legislation by a freshman Republican senator would prohibit features like auto-play and infinite scrolling, used by social media companies to keep users on their platform longer.
House Retirement Tracker: GOP Exits Mount, Hurting Chances To Flip Control In 2020
By: Jessica Taylor | NPR
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Over the past two weeks alone, seven House Republicans have announced they won’t run again, including two of just 13 GOP women in the House and the chamber’s lone African American Republican.
McConnell, GOP Senate Resist Calls to ‘Do Something’
By: Lisa Mascaro | Matthew Daly | AP
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is resisting pressure to bring senators back from recess to address gun violence, taking a more measured approach that could very likely result in no legislation, despite wrenching calls to “do something” in the aftermath of back-to-back mass shootings. President Donald Trump is privately calling up senators… Read More
Senate Passes 2-Year Budget Deal And Sends It To Trump
By: Claudia Grisales | NPR
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The compromise was negotiated between the administration and Hill leaders and avoids a fiscal fight around the 2020 election. The deal suspends the debt limit for 2 years, heading off a default.
6 Questions Congress May Ask Robert Mueller During His Testimony
By: Philip Ewing | NPR
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In two separate hearings on Wednesday, Democrats want Americans who haven’t read Mueller’s findings to see and hear them instead. Republicans want to take the former special counsel down a peg.
Congress Sprints To Pass Border Security Package With Trump’s Support Unclear
By: Kelsey Snell | NPR
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Congressional leaders are prepared to vote Thursday on a $333 billion bipartisan spending package to avoid the threat of a partial government shutdown.
Senate Republicans Rebuke President On Syria And Afghanistan Policy
By: Tim Mak | NPR
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Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s resolution opposing a “precipitous withdrawal” from Syria was backed by many GOP Senators who disagree with the president’s foreign policy.