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HR 7128 TRIA Program Reauthorization Act of 2026

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HR 7128 TRIA Program Reauthorization Act of 2026

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HR 7128 TRIA Program Reauthorization Act of 2026

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Federal spendingDepartment of Energy

Was this federal payment to FLUOR-BWXT PORTSMOUTH LLC worth it?

This is a contract worth up to $4.5 billion paid to Fluor-BWXT Portsmouth LLC to clean up and safely shut down the Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant, a former nuclear facility in Ohio. The company is responsible for removing radioactive and chemical contamination and tearing down the old plant structures.

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$4.5B · DEFINITIVE CONTRACT

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Amount$4.5B

RecipientFLUOR-BWXT PORTSMOUTH LLC

Awarding agencyDepartment of Energy

Place of performanceOH

Award typeDEFINITIVE CONTRACT

Source: USAspending.gov

This agency: 43 awards on record · 1978 to 2026

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Federal billIntroduced

Senate voted 47-48 to keep debating a resolution that would require removing US troops from unauthorized hostilities against Iran. The measure failed to advance.

This joint resolution would have directed the removal of United States Armed Forces from any hostilities involving Iran that Congress has not formally authorized. The Senate rejected a motion to discharge the resolution from committee by a narrow 47 to 48 vote, preventing it from reaching a full floor vote. The resolution reflects ongoing congressional debate over the balance of war powers between the legislative and executive branches.

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Law reformGathering · CA

Keep, change, or repeal: Ban on eating an orange in a bathtub?

A long-standing California oddity reportedly makes it illegal to eat an orange while in a bathtub.

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Ban on eating an orange in a bathtub

CA

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Federal billIntroduced

The SEED Act would create savings accounts for children at birth, seeding each account with federal funds to help build long-term financial security for American kids.

The SEED Act proposes establishing savings accounts for newborn Americans, funded with an initial federal deposit, intended to grow over time and provide a financial foundation for young adults. Supporters argue it is an investment in economic mobility and opportunity, particularly for children from lower-income families. Critics raise concerns about the federal cost, the government's role in managing individual savings, and whether such accounts would effectively reduce…

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Executive actionSigned · Regulatory rule

Treasury's OFAC formally publishes General License 35, allowing certain transactions otherwise restricted under terrorism and drug trade sanctions programs.

The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is officially publishing General License 35 (GL 35) in the Federal Register. This license was already available on OFAC's website and applies to two sanctions programs: the Global Terrorism Sanctions Regulations and the Illicit Drug Trade Sanctions Regulations. The publication formalizes the license's availability and ensures it is part of the official regulatory record.

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Signed · Treasury Department

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Publication of Global Terrorism Sanctions Regulations and Illicit Drug Trade Sanctions Regulations Web General License 35

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Treasury Department

General License 35 is a legal authorization issued by OFAC that permits specific transactions or activities that would otherwise be prohibited under two major sanctions frameworks: the Global Terrorism Sanctions Regulations (GTSR) and the Illicit Drug Trade Sanctions Regulations (IDTSR). General licenses differ from specific licenses in that they apply broadly to categories of persons or transactions rather than being issued to a single named party. The legal basis for this…

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Federal billIntroduced

The KIDS Act aims to strengthen protections and policies for children, addressing issues like online safety, education, or welfare depending on specific provisions passed by Congress.

The KIDS Act is federal legislation focused on improving outcomes and protections for American children. The bill has completed a key procedural step, with a motion to reconsider laid on the table and agreed to without objection, signaling broad consensus at this stage. The specific provisions would depend on the full text, but legislation under this name has historically addressed areas such as digital safety, education funding, or child welfare programs.

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Supreme Court court rulingPublished · Jun 11, 2026

Abouammo v. United States

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Abouammo v. United States

Supreme Court of the United States

Decided Jun 11, 2026

Published

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Federal billIntroduced

The Senate rejected a resolution (44-50) that would have required the State Dept. to report on Honduras's human rights record under a Cold War-era foreign aid law.

This resolution sought to invoke a rarely used provision of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, Section 502B(c), which allows Congress to formally request a human rights report on a foreign country receiving U.S. aid. The Senate voted 44 to 50 to reject a motion to discharge the resolution from the Foreign Relations Committee, effectively killing it. Supporters wanted accountability on Honduras's human rights record, while opponents blocked it from advancing to a full Senate…

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Federal spendingNational Aeronautics and Space Administration

Was this federal payment to AEROJET ROCKETDYNE OF DE, INC worth it?

This is a contract between NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) and Aerojet Rocketdyne, a rocket engine company, to restart production of the RS-25 rocket engine and build six engines for the SLS (Space Launch System), which is NASA's large rocket designed to send astronauts into deep space. The company will also update manufacturing processes and certify the engines to be safe for flight.

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$3.3B · DEFINITIVE CONTRACT

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Amount$3.3B

RecipientAEROJET ROCKETDYNE OF DE, INC

Awarding agencyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration

Place of performanceCA

Award typeDEFINITIVE CONTRACT

Source: USAspending.gov

This agency: 50 awards on record · 1987 to 2026

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Federal billIntroduced

Senate considers FY2027 defense spending bill covering military operations, construction, energy programs, and troop levels for the Department of Defense.

This legislation sets the budget and troop strength levels for the U.S. military and related defense programs for fiscal year 2027. It covers funding for the Department of Defense, military construction projects, and defense-related activities at the Department of Energy, including nuclear weapons programs. The Senate is currently in early procedural stages, with a cloture motion filed to begin formal debate on the bill.

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Law reformGathering · Federal

Keep, change, or repeal: Congressional Trading Disclosure?

The STOCK Act requires members of Congress to disclose stock trades within 45 days and bars trading on non-public information. It does not ban members from owning or trading individual stocks, and the penalty for late disclosure is a $200 fine.

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STOCK Act

Federal · 2012 · Public Law 112-105

Partially Weakened

Why it matters: Dozens of members file late or trade in industries they regulate. Citizens have consistently polled 70%+ for an outright ban.

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Federal billIntroduced

A Senate bill would require all voters to show photo ID at the polls, amending the Help America Vote Act of 2002. Supporters say it prevents fraud; critics say it suppresses legal votes.

This bill would amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to mandate that all voters present photo identification before casting a ballot in federal elections. Proponents argue the requirement strengthens election integrity and public confidence in results. Opponents contend it creates barriers for eligible voters who lack qualifying ID, potentially disenfranchising millions of Americans.

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Executive actionSigned · Proposed rule

IRS proposes new rules on how multinational companies allocate tax deductions to foreign income, affecting businesses with overseas operations and foreign tax credits.

The Treasury Department has proposed new regulations that would change how businesses calculate and allocate deductions when they earn income through foreign corporations, specifically for foreign tax credit purposes. These rules affect the treatment of Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income (GILTI) under Section 951A of the tax code and the deduction for Foreign-Derived Intangible Income (FDII). Companies with international operations would need to adjust how they account for…

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Signed · Treasury Department

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Allocation and Apportionment of Deductions to Foreign Source Section 951A Category Income and Deduction Eligible Income

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Treasury Department

This proposed rule addresses a technical but financially significant area of international tax law: how U.S. companies allocate and apportion their deductions when calculating the foreign tax credit limitation and when computing income eligible for certain tax breaks. Section 951A of the Internal Revenue Code, added by the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, created a category of income called Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income (GILTI), which is income earned by U.S.-controlled…

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Federal billIntroduced

Congress funds the State Dept, foreign aid, and national security programs for 2027, setting budgets for diplomacy, intelligence, and international operations.

This appropriations bill sets the federal budget for the Department of State, diplomatic operations, foreign assistance programs, and related national security agencies for fiscal year 2027. It determines how much funding goes to embassies, international aid, intelligence-related programs, and global partnerships. The bill reflects ongoing debates about the balance between diplomatic engagement, foreign aid spending, and domestic priorities.

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HR 8595 National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations…

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Appellate court rulingPublished · Jul 24, 2026

8th Circuit upholds summary judgment for TGC construction company, ruling against former employee Becky Joseph's…

This ruling directly affects employees who bring workplace sex discrimination and retaliation claims against employers, as well as employers in the Eighth Circuit who face similar lawsuits. It also illustrates how…

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Becky Joseph v. Thomas-Grace Const. Inc.

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit

Decided Jul 24, 2026

Published

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit affirmed the district court's grant of summary judgment in favor of Thomas-Grace Construction Inc. Becky Joseph, a former Lead Installer, had sued her employer alleging sex discrimination and retaliation under federal and Michigan civil rights law. The appellate court agreed with the lower court that TGC was entitled to judgment as a matter of law.

Becky Joseph was hired by Thomas-Grace Construction Inc. as a Lead Installer in November 2022 and was assigned to a project in Las Vegas beginning in January 2023. From early in her employment, Joseph had repeated conflicts with her supervisors, including Gary Raney and later Joe Cikotte. She complained that supervisors were condescending and dismissive, and she sent several emails and texts to TGC management expressing frustration, at times in confrontational language. She…

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Federal billIntroduced

Congress moves to consider 4 bills: making daylight saving time permanent, national security funding, VA benefits improvements, and restricting gun retailer tracking codes.

This procedural resolution sets the rules for debating four separate pieces of legislation in the House of Representatives. The bills cover making daylight saving time permanent, funding national security and the State Department for fiscal year 2027, expanding veterans benefits, and prohibiting payment networks from using special merchant codes to identify firearms retailers. Each bill addresses a distinct policy area and affects different groups of Americans.

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HRES 1423 Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 139) to make daylight savings…

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Federal spendingNational Aeronautics and Space Administration

Was this federal payment to SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP. worth it?

This is a contract between NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) and SpaceX (Space Exploration Technologies Corp.) to design, build, test, and launch a Human Landing System (HLS), which is the spacecraft meant to carry astronauts from lunar orbit down to the surface of the Moon. SpaceX will use the money to develop and demonstrate this lander as part of NASA's effort to return humans to the Moon.

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$3.0B · DEFINITIVE CONTRACT

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RecipientSPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP.

Awarding agencyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration

Place of performanceCA

Award typeDEFINITIVE CONTRACT

Source: USAspending.gov

This agency: 50 awards on record · 1987 to 2026

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Federal billIntroduced

Congress voted to direct the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon, invoking the War Powers Resolution's 60-day removal authority.

This resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from any hostilities in Lebanon, invoking Section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution of 1973. It represents a congressional assertion of authority over the deployment of military forces without a formal declaration of war. The measure reflects ongoing debate between Congress and the Executive Branch over who holds the power to commit American troops to combat situations abroad.

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Law reformGathering · Federal

Keep, change, or repeal: THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE?

This is the table of contents for Title 42 of U.S. federal law—a massive collection of statutes covering public health, welfare, housing, social security, civil rights, and scientific research. The document you've provided shows the organizational structure and chapter headings, not specific active laws, with many chapters marked as repealed, omitted, or transferred over the decades.

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THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE

Federal · 2024

Structural Framework

Why it matters: Title 42 is foundational to dozens of major federal programs affecting healthcare, housing assistance, child welfare, Social Security, Medicare, and civil rights protections. Citizens debate how these programs are funded, administered, and whether they should be expanded, reformed, or reduced.

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Federal billIntroduced

Congress is voting to block a Medicare rule that would require prior authorization for certain services under the WISeR Model, which aimed to reduce wasteful spending.

This joint resolution seeks to overturn a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services rule that would have required prior authorization for select Medicare services under the Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction (WISeR) Model. The rule was designed to reduce unnecessary spending by requiring advance approval before certain procedures are covered. Congress is using the Congressional Review Act to disapprove and nullify the rule before it takes effect.

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Executive actionSigned · Proposed rule

USDA extends public comment period by 15 days (to Oct 6, 2026) for a proposed rule on Roadless Area Conservation affecting national forest lands.

The USDA is giving the public an extra 15 days, until October 6, 2026, to comment on a proposed rule about Roadless Area Conservation in national forests. This extension applies to comments on the proposed rule itself, a draft environmental impact statement, and a cost-benefit analysis. The extension is procedural and does not change the substance of the underlying proposal.

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Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation

Proposed rule · Signed

Agriculture Department

Effective Aug 20, 2026

This action is a procedural extension of the public comment period for a proposed rule titled Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation. The original proposed rule was published on August 20, 2026, with a comment deadline of September 21, 2026. USDA is adding 15 days to that window, moving the deadline to October 6, 2026, to give citizens, organizations, and stakeholders more time to submit input. Roadless Area Conservation rules govern approximately 58.5 million acres of…

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Federal billIntroduced

The Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act would restrict financial institutions from sharing or selling data about customers' individual purchase transactions without explicit consent.

This legislation aims to limit how banks, credit card companies, and other financial institutions can use and share detailed records of customers' individual purchases. Supporters argue it closes a significant gap in consumer privacy law by giving Americans control over their spending data. Critics raise concerns about impacts on fraud detection, data-driven financial services, and the compliance burden on smaller institutions.

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HR 1181 Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act

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District court rulingAug 28, 2026

A prisoner's lawsuit was thrown out after he stopped communicating with the court.

This ruling directly affects Cecil E. Fox, whose lawsuit is now closed. More broadly, it serves as a reminder to anyone filing a lawsuit without a lawyer that failing to keep the court updated with a current address or…

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Cecil E Fox v. Lexington County Detention Center Lexington County

U.S. District Court, D. South Carolina

Decided Aug 28, 2026

In Fox v. Lexington County Detention Center, the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina dismissed the pro se civil rights lawsuit brought by Cecil E. Fox against the Lexington County Detention Center and the Lexington County Sheriff's Department. The court adopted a Magistrate Judge's recommendation and dismissed the case without prejudice because Fox failed to update the court with a current address and failed to respond to a court order identifying problems…

Cecil E. Fox, representing himself, filed a civil rights lawsuit under 42 U.S.C. Section 1983 against the Lexington County Detention Center and the Lexington County Sheriff's Department. A Magistrate Judge reviewed the case as part of standard preliminary procedures and identified deficiencies in Fox's amended complaint, ordering him to file a corrected version. The Magistrate Judge's order notifying Fox of these problems was returned to the court as undeliverable because…

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Federal billIntroduced

Congress directed its Ethics Committee to preserve and publicly release records on monetary settlements for sexual harassment involving members or staff.

This legislation directs the House Committee on Ethics to preserve all records related to monetary settlements paid in connection with acts of sexual harassment and to release those records to the public. The measure responds to concerns raised in 2017 and 2018 that taxpayer funds had been used to quietly settle harassment claims against members of Congress. Supporters say transparency is essential to accountability, while critics raised concerns about privacy and due…

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Federal spendingDepartment of Homeland Security

Was this federal payment to FISHER SAND & GRAVEL CO worth it?

This is a contract awarded by the DHS (Department of Homeland Security) to Fisher Sand and Gravel Co. to design and build a section of the U.S. border barrier in Texas, known as BBT-5 (Border Barrier Tranche 5). The company will use the money to physically construct this barrier segment along the southern border.

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$2.6B · DELIVERY ORDER

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Amount$2.6B

RecipientFISHER SAND & GRAVEL CO

Awarding agencyDepartment of Homeland Security

Place of performanceTX

Award typeDELIVERY ORDER

Source: USAspending.gov

This agency: 26 awards on record · 2008 to 2026

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The WINTER Act of 2025 aims to weatherize federal infrastructure in cold regions and boost emergency readiness against terrorism threats, combining climate resilience with national security.

The Weatherizing Infrastructure in the North and Terrorism Emergency Readiness Act of 2025 seeks to harden federal facilities and critical infrastructure in cold-weather regions against extreme winter conditions while also strengthening emergency preparedness protocols related to terrorism threats. The bill addresses two concerns together: the vulnerability of northern infrastructure to severe weather events and gaps in terrorism response readiness. Supporters argue it is a…

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Law reformGathering · Federal

Keep, change, or repeal: Platform Liability Shield?

Section 230 shields online platforms from liability for content their users post, while letting them moderate freely. It is often called 'the 26 words that created the internet.'

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Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act

Federal · 1996 · 47 U.S.C. § 230

Controversial, Needs Update

Why it matters: Both parties want to change it — for opposite reasons. Any reform reshapes speech, moderation, and platform accountability online.

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Senate voted 50-47 to allow a group of presidential nominations to be confirmed together in one vote, speeding up the confirmation process.

The Senate passed a procedural resolution allowing multiple presidential nominations on the Executive Calendar to be considered and voted on together, known as 'en bloc' consideration. This approach bundles nominations into a single vote rather than holding separate confirmation votes for each individual. The measure passed along a narrow partisan vote of 50 to 47.

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Executive actionSigned · Regulatory rule

The Coast Guard will enforce special local regulations on Portland, OR waterways Sept 12-13, 2026, during marine events to protect public safety.

The U.S. Coast Guard is establishing temporary special local regulations on a specific section of waterways within the Sector Columbia River Captain of the Port Zone near Portland, Oregon. These rules will be in effect September 12 through September 13, 2026, to protect people and property during scheduled marine events. Vessel operators in the regulated area must follow instructions from the Patrol Commander or any designated official patrol vessel during this period.

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Signed · Homeland Security Department

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Special Local Regulations; Marine Events Within the Sector Columbia River Captain of the Port Zone, Portland, OR

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This regulatory action authorizes the U.S. Coast Guard to enforce special local regulations at one specific location within the Sector Columbia River Captain of the Port Zone in Portland, Oregon. The enforcement window is narrow, covering only September 12 to September 13, 2026, and is directly tied to planned marine events occurring on those navigable waters during that time. The legal basis for this action comes from the Coast Guard's authority under Title 33 of the Code…

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Federal billIntroduced

The Improving Travel for American Families Act aims to make travel easier for American families, likely by streamlining passport, TSA, or transportation processes.

The Improving Travel for American Families Act is designed to reduce friction and improve the experience of domestic or international travel for American families. The bill has completed its legislative process, with a motion to reconsider laid on the table, indicating final passage or resolution. Supporters see it as a practical quality-of-life improvement, while critics may question its cost or scope.

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HR 8897 Improving Travel for American Families Act

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HR 8897 Improving Travel for American Families Act

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HR 8897 Improving Travel for American Families Act

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Supreme Court court rulingPublished · Jun 11, 2026

Abouammo v. United States Revisions: 6/16/26

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Abouammo v. United States Revisions: 6/16/26

Supreme Court of the United States

Decided Jun 11, 2026

Published

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Federal billIntroduced

The House passed a resolution condemning government fraud and calling for eligibility verification before federal payments are made to reduce waste and improper spending.

This House resolution condemns individuals and organizations that attempt to defraud the federal government and expresses support for reforms aimed at reducing improper payments across federal programs. It calls for verifying eligibility before disbursing federal funds. While non-binding, it signals congressional priorities around fiscal accountability and fraud prevention.

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HRES 1335 Condemning actors seeking to defraud the United States Government, and…

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Federal spendingNational Aeronautics and Space Administration

Was this federal payment to THE BOEING COMPANY worth it?

This is a contract between NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) and Boeing to build and develop the core stages of the SLS (Space Launch System), which is the large rocket NASA uses to send astronauts and cargo toward the Moon and deep space. Boeing receives up to $2.5 billion over roughly nine years to produce these rocket stages and work on future upgrades.

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$2.5B · DEFINITIVE CONTRACT

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Amount$2.5B

RecipientTHE BOEING COMPANY

Awarding agencyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration

Place of performanceAL

Award typeDEFINITIVE CONTRACT

Source: USAspending.gov

This agency: 50 awards on record · 1987 to 2026

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Federal billIntroduced

HR 9747 is a continuing resolution passed in 2024 to keep the federal government funded and avoid a shutdown by extending existing spending levels temporarily.

HR 9747, introduced in the 118th Congress, is a continuing resolution designed to maintain federal government operations by extending current funding levels beyond the end of the fiscal year. The bill prevents a government shutdown while Congress works toward longer-term appropriations agreements. It represents a common but contested legislative tool used when full budget negotiations stall.

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Law reformGathering · Federal

Keep, change, or repeal: Federal Drug Scheduling?

This law classifies drugs into five 'schedules.' Cannabis remains Schedule I — the most restrictive category, defined as having no accepted medical use — despite legalization in most states for medical use.

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Controlled Substances Act (Drug Scheduling)

Federal · 1970 · Public Law 91-513

Needs Update

Why it matters: The federal-state conflict on cannabis, research barriers, and sentencing disparities all trace back to this scheduling framework.

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Federal billIntroduced

A House resolution from the 118th Congress (HRES 241) with no recorded latest action — specific bill text needed for full analysis.

HRES 241 from the 118th Congress is a House Resolution for which detailed legislative text and final action data are not available in this query. House Simple Resolutions (H.Res.) typically address internal House procedures, express the sense of the House on a given topic, or honor individuals and events. Without the full bill text, a complete substantive summary cannot be provided.

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Executive actionSigned · Regulatory rule

The Coast Guard is removing the drawbridge operation rule for the A1A North Causeway bridge in Fort Pierce, FL, since the bridge has been demolished and its bascule spans permanently removed.

The U.S. Coast Guard is eliminating the federal regulation that governed how the A1A North Causeway drawbridge operated over the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway near Fort Pierce, Florida. The bridge has been demolished and its movable bascule spans were permanently removed from the waterway in August 2026, making the existing operating regulation obsolete. This is a straightforward administrative cleanup action with no policy controversy.

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Signed · Homeland Security Department

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