1+ hour, 35+ min ago  (334+ words) We have received text from H.R. 7608: Southeast Asian Deportation Relief Act of 2026. This bill was received on 2026-02-20, and currently has 30 cosponsors. The Southeast Asian Deportation Relief Act of 2026 aims to change the handling of deportations related to certain nationals from Cambodia,…...

6+ hour, 36+ min ago  (198+ words) We have received text from H.R. 7527: Pay Less at the Pump Act of 2026. This bill was received on 2026-02-12, and currently has 5 cosponsors. This bill, known as the Pay Less at the Pump Act of 2026 , proposes changes to how the Hazardous Substance…...

21+ hour, 49+ min ago  (410+ words) Senator Ossoff and colleagues urge the Department of Education to reverse federal funding cuts for Hispanic-Serving Institutions. Senator Ossoff and colleagues call for reversal of funding cuts: U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff is urging the Department of Education to restore federal funding…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (433+ words) Senator Shaheen introduces legislation requiring DHS to notify Congress and obtain local approval for new ICE facilities. Senator Shaheen and colleagues propose new legislation: U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen, along with fellow lawmakers, has introduced the Respect for Local Communities Act. This…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (426+ words) Senator Ruben Gallego visited Yuma lettuce workers, highlighting their essential role in US agriculture and discussing agricultural issues. Senator Gallego's visit to Yuma lettuce farm: On February 20, 2026, Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) joined lettuce farm workers at Western Growers in Yuma,…...

4+ day, 53+ min ago  (414+ words) Congresswoman Foushee and 24 House Democrats request restoration of STEM funding and transparency from the Trump Administration's PCAST. Congresswoman Foushee leads initiative for STEM Funding: On February 20, 2026, Rep. Valerie Foushee and 24 House Democrats sent a letter to key White House officials,…...

6+ day, 14+ hour ago  (391+ words) Congressman Jim Costa and Council President Mike Karbassi announced $2 million in federal funding for San Joaquin River improvements. Federal funding announcement: U.S. Congressman Jim Costa and Fresno Council President Mike Karbassi have declared a $2 million federal investment to enhance the San…...

6+ day, 20+ hour ago  (355+ words) Congresswoman Laura Friedman toured the Port of Los Angeles to address tariffs, trade resilience, and workforce issues. Congresswoman Friedman visits Port of Los Angeles: U.S. Congresswoman Laura Friedman conducted a tour of the Port of Los Angeles in San Pedro, meeting…...

6+ day, 20+ hour ago  (397+ words) Congresswoman Salinas and Senator Merkley held a press conference advocating for the ICE and CBP Constitutional Accountability Act. Press Conference on ICE Accountability Legislation: Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) held a press conference in Woodburn, OR,…...

1+ week, 3+ hour ago  (371+ words) Legislation for Companion Animals Introduced: Rep. Judy Chu, alongside other bipartisan representatives and Senator Adam Schiff, has introduced the PETSAFE Act aimed at enhancing emergency preparedness for pets amid disasters. The bill seeks to allow local governments to utilize federal…...