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Senate Passes Bipartisan Health Care Cybersecurity and Resilience Act
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The U.S. Senate passed the bipartisan Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act of 2026, enhancing cybersecurity in healthcare due to rising threats. The legislation sets baseline security standards, supports under-resourced providers, and improves incident response collaboration. It highlights the necessity of cybersecurity for patient safety and operational resilience in healthcare.
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Explaining the Senate Permitting Bill, the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act
Bipartisan Policy Center, Commentary, Congress, Economy, Energy, Federal Government, Government, Infrastructure, Jobs, News, Policy, SenateThe Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act (BAAJA) aims to modernize the federal permitting process for infrastructure and energy projects, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. Key reforms include clearer timelines and limited legal challenges, while addressing electricity affordability. Its balance between expedited approvals and environmental protection may raise concerns among advocates.
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House Passes Ratepayer Protection Bill to Limit Data Center Cost Shifts
Brief, Congress, Economy, Energy, Federal Government, Government, House of Representatives, Infrastructure, News, Policy, Senate, Technology, Utility DiveThe U.S. House passed the bipartisan Ratepayer Protection Act with a 417–3 vote to prevent large electricity users, like data centers, from passing costs onto households and small businesses. The bill mandates that utilities create tariffs ensuring these users cover their costs, reflecting concerns over the rising demand for electricity driven by AI.
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Bipartisan Legislation to Lower Prices, Expand Consumer Choice and Restore Online Competition in the Digital Marketplace
Congress, Democracy, Economy, Federal Government, Government, News, Press Release, Reform, Senate, Technology, U.S. Senate Committee on the JudiciarySenators Chuck Grassley and Amy Klobuchar have introduced the bipartisan American Innovation and Choice Online Act (AICOA) to address market power of large digital platforms. The bill aims to enhance competition, consumer choice, and protect smaller businesses by prohibiting practices like self-preferencing and misuse of non-public data, reflecting ongoing bipartisan concerns about Big Tech’s dominance.
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House Passes Figures’ Bipartisan Made in America Jobs Act to Increase Domestic Jobs
The “Made in America Jobs Act,” a bipartisan bill was passed by the U.S. House on Tuesday March 23, 2026. The bill promotes domestic job creation by utilizing existing federal economic development tools. It aims to reshore manufacturing jobs, support economically distressed areas, and enhance supply chain resilience through community-level investments without introducing new funding…
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Senate Passes Major Housing Affordability Bill 89-10
The U.S. Senate passed a bipartisan housing affordability bill, spearheaded by Elizabeth Warren and Tim Scott, aimed at tackling the housing shortage and rising prices. It includes provisions to expand affordable housing financing, boost modular home construction, and restrict large investors while awaiting House approval.
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The State of Infrastructure: Governors 2026 Priorities
Commentary, Democracy, Demographics, Economy, Energy, Government, Housing, Infrastructure, Jobs, National Governors Association, News, Population Growth, State Government, Technology, TransportationGovernors from both parties in the U.S. are collaborating to enhance infrastructure, recognizing its vital role in economic growth and community connectivity. Their bipartisan efforts focus on sustainable planning, clean water systems, and efficient project delivery to foster resilience and opportunity.
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Senators Propose Bipartisan Bills to Combat Online Child Exploitation
Congress, Federal Government, Government, NBC News, News, Opioid Epidemic, Social Issues, Veterans, VideoRep. Joe Courtney and Rep. Greg Murphy discuss bipartisan efforts to address the opioid epidemic among veterans through the HOPE Act. They emphasize the urgency of non-partisan solutions to mitigate addiction, advocate for public health measures, and support veterans’ unique needs.
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‘Transcends Party Identification’: Bipartisan Lawmakers on Addressing Opioid Epidemic Among Veterans
Congress, Federal Government, Government, NBC News, News, Opioid Epidemic, Social Issues, Veterans, VideoRep. Joe Courtney and Rep. Greg Murphy discuss bipartisan efforts to address the opioid epidemic among veterans through the HOPE Act. They emphasize the urgency of non-partisan solutions to mitigate addiction, advocate for public health measures, and support veterans’ unique needs.
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Tim Scott and Elizabeth Warren Collaborate on Housing Reform
Civil Rights, Congress, Economy, Federal Government, Government, Housing, News, Senate, Social Issues, Washington PostIn a rare display of cross-party cooperation, Republican Senator Tim Scott (SC) and Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren (MA) jointly led the Senate Banking Committee in passing the comprehensive Road to Housing Act. The bill addresses the U.S. housing crisis by reducing regulatory barriers, encouraging modular housing, and expanding affordable housing programs…
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US Senators Pushing Bipartisan Bill on New Russia Sanctions
U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal proposed a bipartisan bill imposing 500% tariffs on countries buying Russian energy, aiming to pressure Moscow to end the Ukraine war. The plan targets Russia’s economic supporters and grants limited presidential waiver authority…
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How the GOP Beat Democrats to a Child Care Win
Congress, Economy, Elections, Federal Government, Government, News, Policy, Social Issues, Taxes, VoxA major win led by Sen. Katie Britt (R-AL) in partnership with Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA), rolling out $16 B in child care tax credits—an example of cross-party collaboration impacting working families…
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Securing Social Security: A Bipartisan Plan
Congress, Economy, Federal Government, Government, News, Opinion, Retirement, Senate, Social Security, Washington PostSenators Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Tim Kaine (D-VA) unveiled a joint proposal to create an investment fund that stabilizes Social Security and reduces debt—a strong example of pragmatic, moderate policy…
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Bipartisanship Is Key to Fiscal Responsibility
In today’s economic landscape, the need for fiscal responsibility has reached a critical juncture. With Moody’s recent downgrade of U.S. debt and alarming warnings from all three major credit rating agencies, the urgency for bipartisan action has never been clearer…
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Inside the First Major U.S. Bill Tackling AI Harms—and Deepfake Abuse
AI, Civil Rights, Congress, Federal Government, Government, News, Policy, Social Issues, Technology, VoxThe TAKE IT DOWN Act received overwhelming bipartisan support (409–2 in the House) to combat non-consensual AI deepfake content—blending tech regulation with civil rights concerns. Sparked by teen victims’ stories, the bipartisan measure criminalizes distribution and forces platforms to remove content within 48 hours, while raising questions about enforcement and free speech implications…
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Reshaping Workforce Development: How Governors Are Turning WIOA Challenges into Opportunity
Economy, Government, Jobs, National Governors Association, National Topics, News, Report, State GovernmentWorkforce transformation is happening—and governors are leading the charge. A new report from the National Governors Association highlights how state leaders are turning the challenges of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) into bold workforce solutions…
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Exploring what the partisan divide over trusting election results means for the country
Democracy, Elections, Federal Government, Government, National Topics, News, PBS News, State Government, Video, VotingPBS News Hour with Judy Woodruff. As Americans line up to vote early in person, drop off their ballots, or make plans for Election Day, many officials are bracing for an onslaught of conspiracy theories, protests, legal challenges, and even violence. Part of her series, America at a Crossroads…
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The Center for Politics: Sabato’s Crystal Ball
Analysis, Elections, Federal Government, Forecast, National Topics, News, State Government, The Center for PoliticsA comprehensive, nonpartisan political analysis that forecasts and analyzes trends in American politics and elections…
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Don’t Like the 2024 Presidential Candidates? Let’s Give Them Fewer Things to Break
CATO Institute, Commentary, Democracy, Elections, Federal Government, National Topics, News, Opinion, State Government, VotingWe need to start insisting that Congress does its job and begins rolling back the enormous power we’re conferring on presidents who are clearly not “the best we can do”…
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Yuval Noah Harari on Whether Democracy and AI Can Coexists
The paradox of information abundance failing to increase wisdom, referencing Yuval Noah Harari’s insights in his new book on information networks.
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America’s National Debt Is Ballooning—and Any Real Solutions Can Only Be Bipartisan
Gary Shapiro criticizes both political parties for inadequate national debt solutions, urging comprehensive reforms, including spending cuts, tax increases, and bipartisan cooperation for fiscal responsibility.