Mar. 6, 2026
U.S. House Introduces Bill to Require National Debt Transparency
Legislation would mandate reporting on debt and GDP impacts of federal budget proposals.
Mar. 6, 2026
Senate Democrats Block DHS Funding Bill, Citing Need for Reforms
Republicans argue conflict with Iran heightens need to end agency shutdown, but Democrats remain unmoved
Mar. 5, 2026
NY Volunteer Firefighter Shortage Sparks Capitol Warning
Fire officials urge state lawmakers to address critical staffing crisis putting public safety at risk
Mar. 5, 2026
Albany's Tax Hike Kabuki Theater Leaves New Yorkers Losing Out
Governor, Legislature leaders, and NYC mayor clash over tax increases
Mar. 5, 2026
Senate Democrats Block DHS Funding Bill, Extending Shutdown
Partisan divisions over immigration enforcement stall negotiations
Mar. 5, 2026
House Agriculture Committee Advances Farm Bill
The Republican-backed legislation will now proceed to the House floor for a full vote.
Mar. 4, 2026
Top NY Dems to Back Mamdani's 'Tax the Rich' Budget Push
Lawmakers signal willingness to challenge Governor Hochul on tax hikes for high-earners
Mar. 4, 2026
New Bill Aims to Boost 'Virtual Power Plants' in New York
Legislation introduced by Assemblymember Anna Kelles would harness home batteries, EVs, and other clean tech to meet reliability needs.
Mar. 4, 2026
New York Must Implement Strong Climate Policy to Cut Costs and Pollution
As federal rollbacks threaten climate progress, New York's Clean Air Initiative can deliver billions in savings for families while slashing emissions.
Mar. 4, 2026
Congress Proposes Chip-Enabled SNAP Cards to Combat Benefit Theft
New bill would require anti-fraud technology and faster card replacement for stolen benefits.
Mar. 4, 2026
Democrats Propose National Unrealized Gain Wealth Tax
Lawmakers aim to tax wealth growth, but critics say it could worsen affordability crisis
Mar. 4, 2026
GOP Lawmakers Propose Eliminating 'Victory Tax' on Team USA Medal Winnings
The TEAM USA Act aims to remove federal income taxes on Olympic and Paralympic medal prize money for all American athletes.
Mar. 3, 2026
House Democrats introduce alternative war powers resolution
The gambit shows an interest from many Democrats to rebuff Trump — but protect the homeland.
Mar. 3, 2026
Proposed SNAP Reforms Aim to Boost Security and Expand Access
Bills backed by Senator Fetterman would improve cybersecurity and include Puerto Rico in the federal food assistance program
Mar. 3, 2026
Sanders And Khanna Push National 5% Annual Billionaire Wealth Tax
Backers project the tax would raise $4.4 trillion over ten years for childcare, housing and a $3,000 per person check to many Americans.
Mar. 3, 2026
Clinton Loses Patience Over Pizzagate Conspiracy During GOP Deposition
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton grew frustrated with GOP lawmakers' attempts to revive the debunked Pizzagate conspiracy theory during a closed-door deposition.
Mar. 3, 2026
Congress Split on Iran Attack; Some Call for War Vote
Lawmakers express concern over Trump ordering strikes without Congressional approval.
Mar. 2, 2026
New York Lawmakers Push for Nonstick Cookware Ban, Defying California Governor's Veto
The proposed legislation aims to phase out PFAS chemicals in cookware, but faces industry opposition.
Mar. 2, 2026
New York Climate Law to Hike Energy Costs by Thousands
State agency warns of soaring electricity, gas, and gasoline prices for households and businesses due to 2019 climate legislation.
Mar. 1, 2026
Tlaib Introduces Bill to Expand Head Start to 11 Million Children
The Head Start for America's Children Act would make high-quality early education accessible to millions more working-class families.
