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Senate passes critical funding package to end historic GOVT shutdown: What you need to know

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WASHINGTON, D.C.—The United States Senate passed HR 5371 tiled, “Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act, 2026,” on November 10 with a 60-40 vote, and now heads to the House of Representatives for consideration on Wednesday, November 12. The longest government shutdown in U.S. history could end Wednesday if […]

Federal lawmakers seek regulations on Big Tech to protect kids

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WASHINGTON, D.C., March 15, 2023—Social media companies were once again in the crosshairs of lawmakers last month during a hearing with the Senate Judiciary Committee. The central focus of the hearing, which appears to now have strong bipartisan support, was “Protecting Our Children Online.” The committee heard testimony from mental health experts and child safety advocates, […]

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