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Senate Stalls on Bill to Facilitate Veteran Employment in Supply Chain

Senate Stalls on Bill to Facilitate Veteran Employment in Supply Chain

The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee has not yet acted on the TRANSPORT Jobs Act, which aims to connect veterans with supply chain jobs. The bill, passed unanimously by the House, requires the Department of Transportation to develop a plan to address barriers veterans face in entering logistics roles. The legislation seeks to utilize veterans' skills in transportation and logistics to fill labor shortages in ports, rail, and trucking. Industry groups support the bill, highlighting veterans as a natural fit for these roles.
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Generation AI: Transforming the Future of Supply Chain and Logistics

Generation AI: Transforming the Future of Supply Chain and Logistics

Generation AI: Transforming the Future of Supply Chain and Logistics
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Fani Willis to face Georgia Senate questions about Trump prosecution, despite legal disputes

Fani Willis to face Georgia Senate questions about Trump prosecution, despite legal disputes

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is set to testify on Dec. 17 before a special Georgia Senate committee
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DP World to Unify Global Operations, Phasing Out P and Unifeeder Brands

DP World to Unify Global Operations, Phasing Out P and Unifeeder Brands

DP World to Unify Global Operations, Phasing Out P and Unifeeder Brands
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Congress Moves to Impose New Restrictions on Chinese Investments in Defense Bill

Congress Moves to Impose New Restrictions on Chinese Investments in Defense Bill

The U.S. Congress is advancing a defense authorization bill that introduces new restrictions on Chinese investments in sensitive sectors, aiming to reduce U.S. reliance on Chinese biotechnology companies. The bill, which has been approved by the House and is now headed to the Senate, includes provisions to scrutinize American investments in China that could enhance Chinese military capabilities. It also prohibits the use of government funds for equipment and services from blacklisted Chinese biotechnology companies. Additionally, the bill seeks to bolster U.S. support for Taiwan, which China claims as its own. The Chinese embassy in Washington has criticized the bill, accusing it of undermining bilateral relations and China's sovereignty.
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Senate heads toward dueling partisan votes on health care, with each likely to fail

Senate heads toward dueling partisan votes on health care, with each likely to fail

The Senate is heading toward dueling partisan votes on health care this week
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Senate Democrats Push for ACA Tax Credit Extension Amid House Proposals

Senate Democrats Push for ACA Tax Credit Extension Amid House Proposals

The Senate is poised to vote on a Democratic proposal aimed at extending the enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits, which are set to expire on December 31. These credits, initially introduced under the American Rescue Plan and the Inflation Reduction Act of 2021, have allowed more Americans to afford health insurance through the ACA marketplace. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has announced that Democrats will push for a vote on a bill that seeks a three-year extension of these credits, capping premiums at 8.5% of income. However, the bill faces significant hurdles, requiring 60 votes to advance in a Senate where Republicans hold a majority. Concurrently, House Republicans have introduced alternative proposals, including the Moreno-Collins CARE Act and the Cassidy-Crapo framework, which offer different approaches to managing the expiring credits.
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Pentagon's 2026 NDAA Introduces Major Cybersecurity Reforms for Defense

Pentagon's 2026 NDAA Introduces Major Cybersecurity Reforms for Defense

The 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), recently released by the House and Senate Homeland Security Committees, outlines significant cybersecurity reforms for the Department of Defense (DoD). This comprehensive legislation, spanning nearly 3,100 pages, aims to enhance the cybersecurity framework within the U.S. military. Key provisions include the harmonization of cybersecurity requirements across the defense industrial base by June 1, 2026, and the establishment of a task force on AI sandbox environments by April 1, 2026. These measures are designed to streamline cybersecurity protocols and advance AI development within the military. The NDAA allocates approximately $15.1 billion for cyber activities in fiscal year 2026, marking a 4.1% increase from the previous year, despite proposed budget cuts for civilian agencies.
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FMCSA Revokes Three ELDs, Mandates Carriers to Switch Within 60 Days

FMCSA Revokes Three ELDs, Mandates Carriers to Switch Within 60 Days

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has revoked three electronic logging devices (ELDs) from its list of registered devices due to noncompliance with federal standards. The affected devices are PSS ELD, Black Bear ELD, and RT ELD Plus - Accurate Elite. The revocation, effective December 8, requires motor carriers to replace these devices with compliant ones within 60 days. If the deficiencies are corrected by the ELD providers, FMCSA may reinstate the devices. Carriers using the revoked ELDs after February 7 will be considered non-compliant, and drivers may be placed out of service by safety officials.
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Senate poised to reject extension of health care subsidies as costs rise for many

Senate poised to reject extension of health care subsidies as costs rise for many

The Senate is poised to reject legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits for millions of Americans
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Defense bill would require US military to end reliance on Chinese display tech by 2030

Defense bill would require US military to end reliance on Chinese display tech by 2030

By Stephen Nellis SAN FRANCISCO, Dec 8 (Reuters) - The final text of a U.S. military spending bill released on Monday would require the Pentagon to end its reliance on China and other countries for electronic display technology by 2030. The U.S.
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Trump says survivors of scrutinized US strike were trying to right boat before 2nd missile was fired

Trump says survivors of scrutinized US strike were trying to right boat before 2nd missile was fired

President Donald Trump is justifying the U.S. military's decision to fire a second missile in a heavily scrutinized U.S. attack on a boat in the Caribbean Sea