Bipartisan legislation would protect research and innovation. There is a growing push in Washington, D.C. to prevent spying and intellectual property theft at U.S. universities and colleges. A…
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Senate Panel Votes to Change Base Names
Administration unwilling to erase nation’s heritage. On Wednesday, the Senate Armed Services Committee approved an amendment to Congress’ annual defense policy bill that would require the Defense Department…
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Interior Requests Funding for National Park Maintenance
Calls for Congress to pass Great American Outdoors Act The Interior Department called on Congress to pass the Great American Outdoors Act on Wednesday. The bill, currently being…
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Senator Scott, Others, Draft Police Reform Legislation
“We’re listening, we’re hearing, and we’re reacting,” he said. Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina is leading a group of senators in drafting police reform legislation. He was…
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Senator Romney Unveils Police Reform Bill
Law would create supervisory boards to act as a check on police. Earlier this week, Senator Mitt Romney announced that he was working on a bi-partisan policy reform…
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Senate Confirms U.S. Broadcasting Nominee
Approval comes after two-year consideration of president’s pick. President Trump nominated Michael Pack two years ago for the position of U.S. Agency for Global Media director, and the…
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Senate Chaplain Prays, “Inoculate Our Nation Against Hate”
“Use our lawmakers for your glory,” he said. Earlier this week, while opening the United State Senate’s session with a prayer, Senate Chaplain Barry Black employed the power…
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Senators Introduce Paycheck Protection Program Updates
Bipartisan bill would extend the period to use funds by 16 weeks. New legislation has been presented by Senators Angus King, and Steve Daines to allow businesses to…
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Senate Confirms New Secretary of the Navy
Kenneth Braithwaite fills position that was open for months. On Friday, the Senate voted to confirm President Trump’s pick to be in charge of the Navy. Kenneth Braithwaite…
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Senate Confirms New Director of National Intelligence
Former Congressman from Texas’ 4th District appointed to role. On Thursday, the Senate confirmed former House of Representatives member John Ratcliffe to be the next Director of National…
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