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September 29, 2018
by TWN Staff
Boozman, Heitkamp Join Center Forward to Discuss Opioid Epidemic as House Passes Bipartisan Legislation

As the opioid epidemic continues to ravage communities across the United States, Congress – in a rare occurrence of bipartisan cooperation – ... Read More

As the opioid epidemic continues to ravage communities across the United States, Congress – in a rare occurrence of bipartisan cooperation – reached a deal this week on legislation addressing the crisis. Read More

September 29, 2018
by TWN Staff
Campaign Ad: Xochitl Torres Small - "Too Common"

“It’s a story all too common in rural New Mexico up at dawn, in the car, and on the ... Read More

“It’s a story all too common in rural New Mexico up at dawn, in the car, and on the road. Sometimes for hundreds of miles, all for a routine medical visit. I am Xochitl Torres Small, I am running for Congress because we... Read More

September 29, 2018
by TWN Staff
Farm Bill Set to Expire as House Leadership Cancels All Legislative Activity Until November

With the House of Representatives headed home until after the November midterm elections, the Farm Bill is set to expire ... Read More

With the House of Representatives headed home until after the November midterm elections, the Farm Bill is set to expire on Sunday, September 30th.  Read More

September 28, 2018
by TWN Staff
19 Members of Congress From Both Parties Vow to Withhold Speaker Vote

On Thursday, 19 members of the Problem Solvers Caucus from both parties vowed to withhold... Read More

On Thursday, 19 members of the Problem Solvers Caucus from both parties vowed to withhold... Read More

September 26, 2018
by TWN Staff
Senators Launch Bipartisan Effort to Boost Economic Opportunity Through Improved Transportation Access

U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Orrin Hatch (R-UT), Ed Markey (D-MA), and Joni Ernst (R-IA) have joined together to ... Read More

U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Orrin Hatch (R-UT), Ed Markey (D-MA), and Joni Ernst (R-IA) have joined together to launch a legislative effort to boost economic opportunity for workers and families through improved access to transportation. Read More

September 26, 2018
by TWN Staff
Families of Parkland Victims Unite to End Violence in Schools

In the wake of the unspeakable tragedy that unfolded at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School earlier this year, families of ... Read More

In the wake of the unspeakable tragedy that unfolded at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School earlier this year, families of the 17 victims have joined together to stop school violence. Read More

September 22, 2018
by TWN Staff
Headed into Midterms, Blue Dogs Focus on Rural America

As the midterm elections draw near, the Blue Dog Coalition turned its attention to rural America this week. Read More

As the midterm elections draw near, the Blue Dog Coalition turned its attention to rural America this week. Read More

September 22, 2018
by TWN Staff
A New Poll Released in Key CA Congressional Districts Shows Overwhelming Support for Environmental Issues Across Party Lines

The environment is shaping up to be a key issue in California battleground congressional districts this election, according to a ... Read More

The environment is shaping up to be a key issue in California battleground congressional districts this election, according to a new poll released from the CA League of Conservation Voters. Read More

September 19, 2018
by TWN Staff
O’Halleran: Leading the Fight for Rural America

Cruising down the Arizona highway in an RV, Congressman Tom O’Halleran, Chairman of the Blue Dog Rural Task Force, ... Read More

Cruising down the Arizona highway in an RV, Congressman Tom O’Halleran, Chairman of the Blue Dog Rural Task Force, was on a mission over August recess: meeting as many constituents as possible. Read More

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WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Thursday announced a recommendation for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration to relax restrictions on... Read More

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CNX Plans $1.5B Hydrogen Fuels Plant at Pittsburgh Airport, but Wants Federal Tax Credit to Build It

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Natural gas producer CNX Resources said it plans to build a $1.5 billion facility at Pittsburgh's... Read More

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Natural gas producer CNX Resources said it plans to build a $1.5 billion facility at Pittsburgh's airport to make hydrogen-based fuels, but only if President Joe Biden’s administration allows coal mine methane to qualify for tax credits that... Read More

After Blaming His 2020 Loss on Mail Balloting, Trump Tries to Make GOP Voters Believe It’s OK Now

Marta Moehring voted the way she prefers in Nebraska's Republican primary Tuesday — in person, at her west Omaha polling... Read More

Marta Moehring voted the way she prefers in Nebraska's Republican primary Tuesday — in person, at her west Omaha polling place. She didn’t even consider taking advantage of the state’s no-excuse mail-in ballot process. In fact, she would prefer to... Read More

GOP Advances Garland Contempt Charges After White House Exerts Executive Privilege Over Biden Audio

WASHINGTON (AP) — Two House committees moved ahead Thursday with contempt charges against Attorney General Merrick Garland for refusing to turn over... Read More

WASHINGTON (AP) — Two House committees moved ahead Thursday with contempt charges against Attorney General Merrick Garland for refusing to turn over audio from President Joe Biden’s interview with a special counsel, advancing the matter after the White House's decision to block the... Read More

Strengthening Kratom Regulation: A Model for Consumer Safety and Industry Integrity

Kratom, a botanical substance from Southeast Asia with centuries of traditional use, has gained popularity in recent years for its... Read More

Kratom, a botanical substance from Southeast Asia with centuries of traditional use, has gained popularity in recent years for its potential benefits, including relaxation and mood enhancement. However, alongside this surge in interest comes the need for robust regulation to... Read More

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