Ohio Senate passes bill to restrict bathroom access for transgender students
DeWine clashed with his fellow Republicans over a different law that bans gender-affirming care for minors and blocks ...
Senate Democrats Are Running Out of Time to Pass a Shield Law to Protect Journalism
The PRESS Act, which would protect journalists from government spying, enjoys broad bipartisan support and has passed the ...
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Schumer moves to add Antisemitism Awareness Act to 2025 defense bill
Sen. Chuck Schumer put forth the bill as an amendment in negotiations with congressional leaders; if successful, the ...
Ohio lawmakers pass bill restricting transgender student access to school bathrooms
They would be required to use ones matching their gender at birth if Gov. Mike DeWine signs Senate Bill 104 into law ...
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Senate Democrats propose $305 million for 2025 nonprofit security grants
Jewish groups have said more funding is needed, given the heightened threat environment for religious institutions ...
Social Security Fairness Act: Bill to raise benefits for some passes House
A Social Security-related bill with bipartisan support would expand benefits for workers who are also eligible for other ...
Senators want details of Matt Gaetz ethics probe before his confirmation vote for attorney general
Texas, says he's open to subpoenaing the House Ethics Committee for information on Trump's pick. Others say the confirmation process will bring things to light.
California Senate leader calls union ‘morally bankrupt’ for opposing Fullerton’s Josh Newman
In a remarkable situation, Democrats have harsh words against a union for attacking the Democratic senator in a close race.
Bill to Expand Social Security for Some Public Servants Advances in Congress
The legislation cleared the House of Representatives and has enough votes to pass the Senate if brought to a vote, supporters ...
PA's U.S. Senate race is headed for a recount, but taxpayers are fronting the bill
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Pennsylvania’s Department of State announced the U.S. Senate race between Bob Casey and Dave ...
Lawmakers advance juvenile crime amendment which could make it easier to charge teens as adults
The legislature is debating legislation creating an amendment removing the list of crimes for which juveniles can be transferred to adult court from the Constitution.
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Opinion — Bill Straub: As McConnell steps aside for Thune, his legacy is a sad one
Sen. Mitch McConnell didn’t ruin Congress. That distinction rests with former House Speaker Newt Gingrich and his band of ...