Process was initiated due to COVID-19 concerns. On Friday, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi of California said House members can continue to vote remotely until December 30. …
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Speaker Says Spending Bill Deal Within Sight
She expressed optimism after virtual meeting with president and Senate majority leader. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi met virtually on Friday with President Biden and Senate Majority…
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Speaker Pelosi Meets with Pope Francis
Addressing climate change is a top issue for both leaders. Over the weekend, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi traveled to the Vatican to meet with Pope Francis. The two…
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House Delays Vote on Infrastructure
Intraparty progressives and moderates at odds. The House of Representatives delayed a vote on the $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill as a portion of the majority party has…
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Speaker Plans Infrastructure Vote for Thursday
Senate-approved bill expected to pass in the House. On Monday, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced that she would schedule a vote on a bipartisan infrastructure bill on Thursday.…
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House Will Debate Infrastructure Bill Monday
Speaker Pelosi also intends to forge ahead with larger spending bill. The House of Representatives is hoping to vote next week on both facets of President Biden’s far-reaching…
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House Bill Seeks to Ban State Abortion Restrictions
Legislation would undo Supreme Court’s ruling on Texas law. A bill was passed in the House of Representatives on Friday by a 218-211 vote that would prohibit many…
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White House Tells Agencies Prepare for Shutdown
Congressional leaders reach deal on revenue portion of social program. The White House states that government agencies may face a shutdown if a stopgap bill is not signed…
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Capitol Fencing Reinstalled for D.C. Rally
Law enforcement is concerned about the prospect of violence. Protective fencing is once again going to surround the U.S. Capitol next week as Capitol Police anticipate potential problems…
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Speaker Says Congress Has Options on Debt Ceiling
Treasury Secretary says not raising the ceiling would be “catastrophic.” As members of Congress return from its Labor Day recess, they must address raising or suspending the debt…
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