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Trump tries to calm data center fears by expanding utility bill pledge as he warns ‘you can’t fight it’

There are efforts to formalize Trump's pledge as law, with the House Energy and Commerce Committee approving a bipartisan bill

The Independent UK

Competing bills aim for elusive changes to drug discount program

A fight over an embattled drug discount program is intensifying on Capitol Hill, as lawmakers weigh competing proposals to reshape the program amid escalating tensions between hospitals and drugmakers. Lawmakers in both chambers have rolled out, or are planning to soon introduce, fresh proposals to alter the 340B program, which…

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Daylight saving time could become permanent in the US. What would that change?

WASHINGTON: The US House of Representatives is set to vote this week on the Sunshine Protection Act (H.R. 139), a bipartisan bill that would make daylight saving time (DST) permanent and end the twice-yearly practice of changing clocks.

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Congress Introduces a Bill to Fix Infant Formula Safety After Two Botulism Outbreaks in One Year

The Infant Formula Safety Modernization Act (H.R. 7867) would close the testing gap that allowed two infant botulism outbreaks in one year. Here's what it would do.

Medical Daily

Congress is looking to ban Chinese-made vehicles in US - but could take out Mercedes-Benz as well

Bill would ban automakers tied to U.S.-designated adversaries, including China, Russia and North Korea, from making, selling or importing vehicles into the U.S. for five years

The Independent UK

Daylight Saving Time Could Become Permanent After House Committee Votes 48-1 to Advance New Bill — What This Means

The House Energy and Commerce Committee voted 48-1 to advance permanent daylight saving time, but sleep experts warn it could raise heart attack and stroke risks.

International Business Times UK

First-responder network reauthorization advances

House lawmakers are moving forward with a reauthorization of the federally supported communications network for emergency services, despite mixed support from the public safety community for changes in the measure. The House Energy and Commerce Committee voted, 51-0, on Wednesday to forward a bill, as amended, that would reauthorize the…

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Heated Debate After Super Bowl Fans Translate Bad Bunny’s Explicit Lyrics

Conservative voices accused Bad Bunny of singing vulgar lyrics at the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show, and one lawmaker has demanded an official inquiry.

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In the Spotlight: Earl L. 'Buddy' Carter - Roll Call

The Georgia Republican is behind a proposal advanced by the House Energy and Commerce Committee that would overhaul broadband permitting.

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House panel approves broadband permitting overhaul - Roll Call

The House Energy and Commerce Committee voted 26-24 along party lines Wednesday to advance a bill to overhaul the broadband permitting system.

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Medicaid cuts could wake up Republicans

GOP lawmakers are proposing massive cuts, but a public backlash may turn some Republicans against their own party

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Parents, states press Congress to act on kids online safety bill - Roll Call

Parents whose kids' deaths are connected to social media are pushing lawmakers to require tech companies to minimize such harms.

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Privacy bill markup canceled amid multi-front opposition - Roll Call

The House Energy and Commerce Committee abruptly canceled a markup on a federal data privacy bill in the face of a torrent of opposition.

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Lawmakers issue ultimatum to tech platforms over data privacy - Roll Call

Lawmakers are proposing to eliminate a provision that shields tech and social media companies from liability for user-generated content.

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Congress’ tech plate is full, with little time at the table - Roll Call

Congress has a full slate of technology policy challenges to resolve, with little time on the congressional calendar this year.

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Landmark data privacy deal would create first federal standard - Roll Call

Lawmakers said Sunday they have negotiated a bipartisan deal on federal data privacy, a breakthrough that previously eluded Congress.

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Schumer signals slower pace on TikTok measure in the Senate - Roll Call

Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer offered no timetable for a vote on a measure to force the divestiture of TikTok.

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House panel votes for TikTok divestiture, curtailed data brokering - Roll Call

A classified briefing with U.S. intelligence and law enforcement officials led the committee to fast track the TikTok measure.

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Push for federal data privacy law grows as rights vary by state - Roll Call

State data privacy laws are migrating into disparate camps with varying protections, setting up a clash over federal legislation.

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House GOP eyes trans care as newest battleground issue - Roll Call

As 2024 approaches, GOP lawmakers are focusing on transgender care as an issue that they hope will energize their base.

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Data privacy law seen as needed precursor to AI regulation - Roll Call

Lawmakers in both parties acknowledge that they must first resolve data privacy and protection issues before moving on to AI.

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Health deadlines pile up as Congress adjourns for August - Roll Call

Lawmakers face 11 legislative days in September to reauthorize a number of key health programs set to expire.

Los Angeles Times

Editorial: Congress is scapegoating TikTok. It’s no worse than other social media platforms

TikTok Chief Executive Shou Zi Chew did not have a successful appearance before the House Energy and Commerce Committee on Thursday.

The Conversation

Should the US ban TikTok? Can it? A cybersecurity expert explains the risks the app poses and the challenges to blocking it

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew testified before the House Energy and Commerce Committee on March 23, 2023, amid a chorus of calls from members of Congress for the federal government to ban the Chinese-owned video social media app and reports that the Biden administration is pushing for the company’s sale.

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TikTok CEO to face skeptical lawmakers in testimony Thursday - Roll Call

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew will have a tough task persuading lawmakers to soften their stance to the app at a Thursday hearing.

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