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Representative Darrell Issa Introduces American Copyright Protection Act to Combat Foreign Piracy

Representative Darrell Issa Introduces American Copyright Protection Act to Combat Foreign Piracy

Representative Darrell Issa (R-CA) introduced the American Copyright Protection Act (ACPA), designated as H.R. 10364, on September 16, 2026. This proposed legislation aims to establish a more efficient legal framework for copyright holders to obtain court orders against websites identified as foreign piracy platforms. The ACPA would extend its requirements beyond traditional internet service providers (ISPs) to include DNS resolvers and VPN services, specifically targeting those with at least 100,000 monthly U.S. subscribers. Under the bill, copyright holders could petition a federal judge to classify a website as a 'foreign piracy site' based on a preponderance of evidence. Once an order is approved, covered providers would have 14 days to object before the blocking order takes effect, with provisions for faster action on time-sensitive content like live sports. The bill also includes a mechanism for companies wrongly blocked to claim up to $250,000 in damages.

Senate Republicans signal support for Iran war despite midterm angst

Senate Republicans signal support for Iran war despite midterm angst

The Senate's narrow avoidance of a largely symbolic resolution underscored just how central backlash to the war has become in the midterms.

Senate to vote on resolution to halt the Iran war as gas prices upend midterms

Senate to vote on resolution to halt the Iran war as gas prices upend midterms

Increasingly anxious about the Iran war, senators are set to vote on a war powers resolution

US senators delay effort to permanently ban Chinese cars

US senators delay effort to permanently ban Chinese cars

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Sept 24 (Reuters) - The two US senators backing a permanent legislative ban on Chinese vehicles in the United States agreed on Thursday to delay their plan to use a fast-track procedure to win Senate approval until next week, in order to seek the support of a lone

Congressman Andrew Clyde Introduces MAGA Act to Mandate Citizenship Question in Census and Reapportionment

Congressman Andrew Clyde Introduces MAGA Act to Mandate Citizenship Question in Census and Reapportionment

Congressman Andrew Clyde (R-Jackson County), representing Georgia's 9th District, along with over 40 other House Republicans, has introduced the Make Apportionment Great Again (MAGA) Act. This proposed legislation aims to significantly alter the process of congressional representation and Electoral College vote distribution. If enacted, the MAGA Act would require a reapportionment of congressional seats before the 2028 election. A key component of the bill is the mandatory inclusion of a U.S. citizenship question in the 2030 census and all subsequent censuses. The stated purpose of the act is to prevent non-citizens, including undocumented immigrants, from influencing the allocation of congressional seats and Electoral College votes, thereby ensuring that U.S. elections and representation are solely for the benefit and participation of American citizens. The bill specifies that the Secretary of Commerce would revise 2020 census population totals by January 31, 2027, or by March 31, 2027, if data limitation...

Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Expand Federal Maternal Health Programs and Research

Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Expand Federal Maternal Health Programs and Research

Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) have introduced a bipartisan bill, the Mothers and Newborns Success Act, aimed at reducing maternal and infant deaths in the U.S. The legislation seeks to increase federal funding for maternal care, research, and programs, particularly targeting women in rural and underserved communities. Senator Kaine highlighted that the U.S. maternal mortality rate is significantly higher than other peer nations, with Black women in 2024 experiencing a mortality rate more than three times that of white women. The bill proposes to consolidate efforts across the CDC, NIH, and Health Resources and Services Administration, providing grants to states for developing maternal health programs, funding research into the causes of maternal deaths, and improving data collection. This initiative stems from Senator Kaine's experience as Virginia's governor, where a targeted approach to infant mortality in specific jurisdictions proved effective.

Senators question FDA nominee Overton about her views on abortion pill and vaccines

Senators question FDA nominee Overton about her views on abortion pill and vaccines

President Donald Trump’s pick to run the Food and Drug Administration will face questions from Senate lawmakers considering her nomination

Trump rolled back regulations for oil company campaign donors, Democrats say

Trump rolled back regulations for oil company campaign donors, Democrats say

By Richard Cowan and Timothy Gardner WASHINGTON, Sept 24 (Reuters) - Two top Democrats in the US Senate launched a report on Thursday saying that oil and gas companies were rewarded with tax breaks, subsidies and rollbacks of environmental regulation after then-candidate Donald Trump asked them for

Representative Ron Estes Introduces Bill to Counter Digital Services Taxes on U.S. Tech Companies

Representative Ron Estes Introduces Bill to Counter Digital Services Taxes on U.S. Tech Companies

U.S. Republican Representative Ron Estes has introduced the U.S. Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act of 2026 in Washington. This proposed legislation aims to penalize countries that implement Digital Services Taxes (DST) or other levies deemed discriminatory against American companies. The bill is designed as an initial component of international tax reform within the U.S. House of Representatives. It specifically targets mechanisms established by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 and made permanent by the Working Families Tax Cuts, such as the Base Erosion and Anti-Abuse Tax (BEAT). The BEAT is a minimum U.S. tax intended to prevent multinational corporations from shifting profits overseas by deducting intercompany payments to foreign subsidiaries. Estes's bill seeks to reduce double taxation on foreign profits, facilitate the repatriation of intellectual property to the U.S., and exclude ordinary intercompany operations from the BEAT. Crucially, it denies tax exemption under the high-tax exception ...

Representative Ed Case Introduces Bill to Limit Congressional Redistricting Frequency

Representative Ed Case Introduces Bill to Limit Congressional Redistricting Frequency

Representative Ed Case has introduced H.R. 10378, known as the Problem Solvers Transparent Redistricting Under Stable Timelines Act. This bill, which currently has 10 cosponsors, aims to restrict how often states can redraw U.S. House of Representatives district maps between decennial census-based apportionments. Under the proposed legislation, once a state establishes its congressional districts after a census and apportionment, it generally would not be permitted to redraw those districts again until the subsequent apportionment cycle. An exception would be made if a court mandates a redraw to ensure compliance with the U.S. Constitution, a state constitution in effect at the time of the last map drawing, or another federal law. If a court-ordered redraw occurs, the new map must alter existing district lines as minimally as possible while adhering to the court's directive. The bill also includes limitations on court challenges, stipulating that a court can only order a new redistricting if a lawsuit chal...

Congress Passes American Music Tourism Act, Awaiting President Trump's Signature

Congress Passes American Music Tourism Act, Awaiting President Trump's Signature

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the American Music Tourism Act by formally adopting S. 195, the Senate's version of the bipartisan bill. This legislation, which previously passed the Senate by unanimous consent in May 2025, now heads to President Trump's desk for signature. The bill directs the Commerce Department's top tourism official to identify and promote the country's most significant music destinations to both domestic and international travelers. These destinations are broadly defined to include festivals, concerts, venues of all sizes, studios, and museums. California Representative Nanette Barragán co-led the House's effort alongside Tennessee Rep. Diana Harshbarger, while Senator Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee led the Senate bill. The legislation mandates that one year after its enactment, the assistant secretary must report on the progress and any shortcomings of this initiative. Notably, Harshbarger's office has stated that the plan will not require additional taxpayer funding.

Rep. Alma Adams Introduces Bill for Faith-Based Affordable Housing Grants

Rep. Alma Adams Introduces Bill for Faith-Based Affordable Housing Grants

Representative Alma Adams has introduced the "Faith-Based Affordable Housing Predevelopment Fund Act." This proposed legislation aims to establish a five-year pilot program under the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The program would provide competitive grants specifically for the early-stage costs associated with developing affordable housing projects by faith-based organizations. The bill has garnered support from several key organizations, including the Faith-Based Housing Initiative, the Local Initiatives Support Corporation, and Lutheran Services in America. This initiative seeks to leverage the resources and community ties of faith-based groups to address the ongoing need for affordable housing across the nation. The focus on predevelopment costs suggests an effort to remove initial financial barriers that often hinder such projects from moving forward.