Sinema leaves Democrats in suspense
This post was originally published on this siteSen. Kyrsten Sinema (D-Ariz.) has Democrats and Republicans on the edge of their seats. With the clock ticking down to the August recess, Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) desperately wants to pass a bill that would tackle climate change and make significant...
Veterans call rejection of toxic-exposure bill ‘a slap in the face’
This post was originally published on this siteEver since GOP senators reversed their vote, veterans and activists have stayed by the Capitol’s steps, pleading for a bill that would expand their health care.
Georgia judge upholds decision to keep Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene on ballot
This post was originally published on this siteA Georgia judge on Monday upheld Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s eligibility to run for reelection, handing another defeat to the activist groups that have tried to use the US Constitution’s ban against insurrectionists holding office to disqualify GOP candidates.
Sanders says Democrats’ prescription drug reform bill is ‘weak’
This post was originally published on this siteSenate Budget Committee Chairman Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) said Tuesday that the prescription drug reform proposal that Democrats plan to move under special budget reconciliation rules is “weak,” noting it covers a limited number of drugs and doesn’t substantially take effect until 2026. Sanders...
Senate advances bill to boost domestic semiconductor industry
This post was originally published on this siteThe Senate voted 64 to 32 Tuesday to advance legislation to provide $52 billion to the domestic semiconductor industry, $81 billion to the National Science Foundation and a 25 percent investment tax credit for semiconductor manufacturing. The vote brings the semiconductor bill closer...
Toxins bill set to expand care for veterans exposed to Agent Orange
This post was originally published on this siteTens of thousands of Vietnam-era veterans stand to benefit as Congress nears the finish line on massive legislation to expand health coverage for those exposed to toxins during their military service. The Sgt. 1st Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our PACT Act — which...