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US judge finds law criminalizing noncitizen voting unconstitutional

US judge finds law criminalizing noncitizen voting unconstitutional

NEW YORK, Oct 1 (Reuters) - A U.S. judge dismissed on Thursday a federal criminal case accusing a noncitizen of voting in an election, finding that the statute criminalizing noncitizen voting was unconstitutional. The ruling by Miami-based U.S.

The Fulcrum Emphasizes Citizen Role in Defending U.S. Constitution Beyond Official Oaths

The Fulcrum Emphasizes Citizen Role in Defending U.S. Constitution Beyond Official Oaths

The Fulcrum highlights the importance of Constitution Day, September 17, as an annual reminder for all Americans to actively participate in defending the U.S. Constitution, not just those who take an oath of office. While presidents, public officials, judges, service members, and lawyers swear to uphold the Constitution, the article argues that every citizen has a critical role in sustaining democracy. This involves speaking out, taking action, and engaging in civic life through activities such as attending school board meetings, participating in peaceful protests, circulating petitions, or voting. The Constitution, ratified in 1787 and amended with the Bill of Rights in 1791, protects fundamental rights like freedom of speech, press, assembly, and religion, and reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people. The piece underscores that defending the Constitution is not exclusive to any political party or ideology and requires respecting constitutional limits even when t...

Congressman Ruiz Introduces Bipartisan Resolution for National Latino and Latina Physician Day

Congressman Ruiz Introduces Bipartisan Resolution for National Latino and Latina Physician Day

On September 28, Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. (CA-25), alongside Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar (FL-27), introduced a bipartisan resolution to designate October 1st as National Latino and Latina Physician Day. This initiative aims to recognize the contributions of Latino and Latina physicians and address the significant underrepresentation of this demographic in the medical field. Currently, Latinos constitute nearly one in five Americans, yet only 6.7 percent of U.S. physicians are Latino or Latina, with Latinas making up just 2.8 percent. Projections indicate that by 2050, Latinos will represent over one-quarter of the U.S. population and one-third of all children. The resolution highlights that patient care and outcomes improve when patients share the language and culture of their doctors. The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and the National Hispanic Medical Association have expressed support for this resolution, emphasizing the need to increase access to medical careers for future La...

California, six other states sue Trump administration over federal funds

California, six other states sue Trump administration over federal funds

Oct 1 (Reuters) - California and six other states filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration on Wednesday, accusing it of withholding federal funds approved by Congress, including about $810 million the White House moved to cancel before the fiscal year ended.

Rep. Beth Van Duyne Co-Sponsors Bipartisan Bill to Reform Hospice Oversight and Increase Penalties

Rep. Beth Van Duyne Co-Sponsors Bipartisan Bill to Reform Hospice Oversight and Increase Penalties

Rep. Beth Van Duyne (R-Texas) has co-sponsored the Enhancing Hospice Oversight and Transparency Act alongside Rep. Panetta. This bipartisan bill aims to reform the Hospice Special Focus Program (SFP), which is currently on hold by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The proposed legislation seeks to improve the program's implementation and increase transparency. A key provision of the bill is to raise the penalty for hospices that fail to report quality measure data. Currently, the penalty stands at 4%, but the new act would increase it to 10% by 2027. The bill also intends to delay the implementation of the SFP until CMS can align it with congressional intent and requires the agency to provide hospices with a report 60 days before any public designation. This initiative is driven by a desire to prevent fraudulent activities within the hospice industry while ensuring that legitimate providers are not unfairly penalized.

Coalition Opposes Bipartisan Permitting Reform Bill, Citing Harm to Environmental Justice Communities

Coalition Opposes Bipartisan Permitting Reform Bill, Citing Harm to Environmental Justice Communities

A broad coalition of national organizations, including the Climate Justice Alliance, GreenLatinos, Indigenous Environmental Network, WE ACT for Environmental Justice, and Western Environmental Law Center, is opposing a proposed deregulatory permitting reform bill titled the 'Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act.' The coalition argues that this legislation, currently being negotiated in Congress, would enable the unchecked development of dangerous projects, harming health and the environment, increasing energy costs, and violating community rights. They contend that the bill disproportionately impacts communities of color and lower-income neighborhoods, which already bear the brunt of pollution and climate change due to historical redlining practices. The coalition asserts that the bill, despite claims of advancing clean energy, would lock in more fossil fuel projects and continue to designate vulnerable communities as 'sacrifice zones.' They criticize the negotiation process as being conducted 'i...

Representative Ami Bera Affirms Unchanged U.S. Policy Towards Taiwan Post-Trump Meeting

Representative Ami Bera Affirms Unchanged U.S. Policy Towards Taiwan Post-Trump Meeting

U.S. federal Representative Ami Bera, co-chair of the House of Representatives' Taiwan Caucus, stated that U.S. policy towards Taiwan remains unchanged following a meeting with President Trump. Speaking during a midterm election event, Representative Bera indicated that there were no 'messy' outcomes from the meeting and that President Trump had clarified any concerns regarding arms sales to China. He emphasized that U.S. policy, from the executive branch to Congress, has not shifted. Representative Bera noted that while President Trump's remarks can sometimes lack clarity regarding underlying intentions, he believes the U.S. stance on Taiwan, including arms sales, is consistent. The purpose of these arms sales is to maintain regional status quo, peace, and prosperity, not to escalate tensions in the Taiwan Strait. He also mentioned that congressional members had expressed concerns about potential statements from President Trump regarding arms sales to China, but these concerns were alleviated by President...

How Columbia Became the First American Ship to Circumnavigate the Globe

How Columbia Became the First American Ship to Circumnavigate the Globe

The Columbia Rediviva, often simply called Columbia, holds a significant place in American maritime history. This privately owned American ship ach...

Senator Hyde-Smith Introduces Bill to Increase Tariffs on Ecuadorian Shrimp Imports

Senator Hyde-Smith Introduces Bill to Increase Tariffs on Ecuadorian Shrimp Imports

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) has introduced new legislation, the Ecuador Shrimp Tariff Act, aimed at protecting American wild-caught shrimp producers from the growing influx of imported shrimp from Ecuador. The bill proposes a multi-phased regimen to increase tariffs on specific shrimp and prepared shrimp products imported from Ecuador. This move comes as Ecuador has surpassed India to become the largest supplier of frozen warmwater shrimp to the U.S. market, accounting for over 40% of U.S. imports. The U.S. shrimp industry reported approximately 849 million pounds of shrimp imports during the first six months of 2026, with about 316 million pounds originating from Ecuador. Senator Hyde-Smith stated that the federal government previously found subsidized Ecuadorian shrimp contributed to material injury to the U.S. shrimp industry, and the situation has worsened with increased shipments, leading to downward pressure on prices for Gulf shrimpers. The proposed act seeks to create a more level playi...

Representative Jared Golden Co-Sponsors Bill to Limit Lawsuit Challenges on Energy Projects

Representative Jared Golden Co-Sponsors Bill to Limit Lawsuit Challenges on Energy Projects

Representative Jared Golden, a Democrat from Maine, is a co-sponsor of a bill that seeks to reduce the timeframe for legal challenges against energy projects. This legislation, known as the SPEED Act, was passed by the House in December 2025 and proposes a 150-day limit for lawsuits filed under federal environmental and historic review laws. Currently, opponents of energy projects have up to six years to file legal challenges under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The proposed deal, which Senate negotiators are working on, would significantly shorten this period. The Congressional Progressive Caucus previously opposed the House version of the bill, arguing that a 150-day window is 'unreasonably short.' The bill would require passage in both the Senate and the House, and presidential approval, to become law. President Trump has reportedly offered to ease administrative delays on wind and solar projects to gain Democratic support for such a deal.

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon Appointed Co-Chair of Congressional Caucus on Black Women and Girls

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon Appointed Co-Chair of Congressional Caucus on Black Women and Girls

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon is set to become a co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on Black Women and Girls in the 120th Congress. She will serve alongside Representatives LaMonica McIver, Shontel Brown, and Yvette Clarke. This leadership change follows the stepping down of Representatives Bonnie Watson Coleman and Robin Kelly from their roles. The caucus was established with the primary objective of prioritizing Black women and girls in policy discussions and advocating for legislation designed to reduce existing barriers and disparities. Both the outgoing and incoming co-chairs have expressed their commitment to continuing efforts focused on equity, opportunity, and legislative initiatives that directly impact Black women and girls. This transition marks a continuation of the caucus's mission to ensure that the concerns and needs of this demographic are addressed at the federal level.

Congressional Committee Material on Ann E. Tillson Committed to House for Printing in 1902

Congressional Committee Material on Ann E. Tillson Committed to House for Printing in 1902

On June 18, 1902, a document concerning Ann E. Tillson was committed to the Committee of the Whole House and subsequently ordered to be printed. This action is recorded as H. Rep. 57-2572 within the 57th Congress, 1st session. The document is part of the Congressional Serial Set, specifically Serial Set Number 4407, and falls under the category of Congressional Committee Materials. The SuDoc Class Number associated with this record is 57-1:H.RP.2572. Y 1.1/2:4407. This historical legislative action indicates the formal process of bringing specific matters before the full House of Representatives for consideration and public record.