Mastercard Urges Enhanced Financial Literacy Through Education and Public-Private Partnerships
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- Mastercard International submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury in response to the agency's Request for Information related to updates for the Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC) and the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. Mastercard highlighted its extensive experience and ongoing efforts to improve financial literacy, particularly emphasizing consumer education as a vital tool against fraud and scams targeting more
INCOMPAS CEO Releases Statement on the Supreme Court Ruling in Cox Vs. Sony
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- INCOMPAS issued the following statement on March 28, 2026:
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INCOMPAS CEO Releases Statement on the Supreme Court Ruling in Cox v. Sony
INCOMPAS, the competitive communications and AI infrastructure association, released the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Cox in Cox v. Sony.
Earlier this week, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of Cox in a case concerning allegations of music piracy and the failure to terminate the accounts of all more
Women in AI Panel Brings Civic and Tech Leaders Together at King Library
SAN JOSE, California, March 25 -- San Jose State University issued the following news:
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Women in AI Panel Brings Civic and Tech Leaders Together at King Library
On March 23, engineers, city officials, students and community members filled Room 225 of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library for a conversation about the role of women in shaping the future of artificial intelligence (AI).
It was organized by the Mayor's Office of Technology and Innovation and the City of San Jose and San J more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Arms Sales - Congressional Review Process Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, March 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RL31675) on March 27, 2026, entitled "Arms Sales: Congressional Review Process" by nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
This report reviews the process and procedures that apply to congressional consideration of foreign arms sales proposed by the President. This includes consideration of proposals to sell major defense equipment, defense articles and ser more
Incentivizing New Ventures & Economic Strength Through Capital Formation Act of 2025 Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, March 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48885) on March 24, 2026, entitled "The Incentivizing New Ventures and Economic Strength Through Capital Formation (INVEST) Act of 2025 (H.R. 3383)" by financial economics specialist Eva Su.
Here are excerpts:
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Contents
Introduction ... 1
Legislative History ... 1
Title I - Expanding Access to Capital for Small Businesses ... 2
Section-by-Section Summary ... 2
Market Implicatio more
Private Credit Funds Redemption Restrictions - Market Context & Policy Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12674) on March 27, 2026, by financial economics specialist Eva Su.
Here are excerpts:
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Private Credit Funds Redemption Restrictions: Market Context and Policy Issues
Private credit generally refers to a type of lending provided by nonbank financial institutions, such as alternative asset managers of private funds, to small- and medium-sized private companies. Although th more
Defense Primer - U.S. Policy on Lethal Autonomous Weapon Systems Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11150) on March 26, 2026, by Kelley M. Sayler, advanced technology and global security specialist:
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Defense Primer: U.S. Policy on Lethal Autonomous Weapon Systems
Lethal autonomous weapon systems (LAWS) are a special class of weapon systems that uses sensor suites and computer algorithms to independently identify a target and employ an onboard weapon system to engage and more
Defense Primer - U.S. Strategic Command Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12981) on March 25, 2026, by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink:
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Defense Primer: U.S. Strategic Command (STRATCOM)
U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM or STRATCOM) is a Department of Defense (DOD) functional (as opposed to geographic) combatant command (CCMD) whose stated mission is to "conduct operations to deter strategic attack and employ forces, as directed, to guara more
Fixed Term & "For Cause" Removal Provisions Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12673) on March 26, 2026, by American national government specialist Henry B. Hogue and legislative attorney Todd Garvey.
Here are excerpts:
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Fixed Term and "For Cause" Removal Provisions
Unless otherwise specified in law, presidential appointees to executive branch positions serve for an indeterminate period of time and can usually be removed by the President at any time more
Kingdom of Bhutan Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10660) on March 24, 2026, by Asian policy analyst Maria A. Blackwood.
Here are excerpts:
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The Kingdom of Bhutan
Background
The Kingdom of Bhutan is a small, landlocked Himalayan country situated between India and the People's Republic of China (PRC, or China). The kingdom is about half the size of Indiana, with an estimated population of approximately 792,000. Hydropowe more
Nepal Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10216) on March 24, 2026, by Asian policy analyst Maria A. Blackwood.
Here are excerpts:
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Nepal
Overview
The Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal is a lower-middle income, relatively small, landlocked state in South Asia. Since parliamentary democracy was restored in 2006 after a four-year period of monarchy, Nepal has faced political instability, with tensions between more
Overview of Small Business Subcontracting Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47585) entitled "An Overview of Small Business Subcontracting: In Brief" by R. Corinne Blackford, small business and economic development policy analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
For small businesses, participating in federal contracts as subcontractors can offer an important pathway to government contracting work and is one of the ways that the federal government can help maintain more
Regulation of U.S. Outbound Investment to China Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12629) on March 25, 2026, by international trade and finance specialist Cathleen D. Cimino-Isaacs and Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter:
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Regulation of U.S. Outbound Investment to China
Introduction
The U.S. government generally has supported an open investment environment at home and abroad to promote U.S. economic growth, sustain the U.S. position as a more
Schedule Policy/Career - 2026 Final Rule, Legal Challenges & Issues for Lawmakers Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11412) on March 26, 2026.
The white paper is written by Legislative Attorneys Jimmy Balser, Jon O. Shimabukuro and Mainon A. Schwartz:
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Schedule Policy/Career: 2026 Final Rule, Legal Challenges, and Issues for Lawmakers
On February 6, 2026, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) published a final rule and memorandum for the implementation of Schedule Policy/Caree more
Section 117 of the Higher Education Act - Reporting of Foreign Gifts & Contracts Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12927) on March 25, 2026, by social policy analyst Alexandra Hegji.
Here are excerpts:
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Section 117 of the Higher Education Act: Reporting of Foreign Gifts and Contracts
Section 117 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA; P.L. 89-329, as amended) establishes foreign gift and contract reporting requirements for certain domestic public and private institutions that (1) o more
Terrorist & Other Militant Groups in Pakistan Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11934) on March 25, 2026, by South Asian affairs specialist K. Alan Kronstadt.
Here are excerpts:
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Terrorist and Other Militant Groups in Pakistan
U.S. officials have identified Pakistan as a base of operations and/or target for numerous armed, nonstate militant groups, some of which have existed since the 1980s. Notable terrorist and other groups operating in and/or lau more
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency FY2026 Appropriations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13191) on March 25, 2026, by environmental policy specialist Angela C. Jones.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency FY2026 Appropriations
Enacted on January 23, 2026, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026 (P.L. 119-74) provided funding for the U.S. Environmental Protection Ag more
U.S. V. Hasbajrami & the Warrant Requirement for Certain FISA 702 Queries Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11411) on March 26, 2026, by legislative attorney Andreas Kuersten:
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United States v. Hasbajrami and the Warrant Requirement for Certain FISA 702 Queries
Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) (50 U.S.C. Sec. 1881a) governs domestic electronic surveillance targeting non-U.S. persons outside the United States. Under the statute, the Attorney more
U.S.-Japan Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10199) on March 26, 2026.
The white paper is written by Asian affairs specialist Mark E. Manyin, foreign affairs analyst Daniel J. Longo and international trade and finance specialists Cathleen D. Cimino-Isaacs and Kyla H. Kitamura.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-Japan Relations
Overview
Japan, a U.S. treaty ally since 1952, is an important U.S. security and trade partner. S more
U.S.-Taiwan Trade & Economic Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10256) on March 26, 2026, by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-Taiwan Trade and Economic Relations
Taiwan is a top U.S. trade partner and a key link in global technology supply chains. Taiwan's economy is highly dependent on global trade; exports account for about 70% of its gross domestic product (GDP). Taiwan's policies are se more
Updates on Litigation Over the IRS-ICE Information-Sharing Agreement Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11413) on March 26, 2026, by legislative attorney Justin C. Chung:
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Updates on Litigation over the IRS-ICE Information-Sharing Agreement
On February 24, 2026, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit (D.C. Circuit) affirmed the denial of a preliminary injunction that would have placed restrictions on information sharing pursuant to an agreement between the Int more
Visual Depiction of the Shift From Defined Benefit to Defined Contribution Pension Plans in the Private Sector Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12007) on March 25, 2026, by income security specialists John J. Topoleski and Elizabeth A. Myers.
Here are excerpts:
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A Visual Depiction of the Shift from Defined Benefit (DB) to Defined Contribution (DC) Pension Plans in the Private Sector
Background
One of the notable trends in the U.S. retirement system over the past five decades is that private sector employees hav more
Water Resources Development Acts - Primer & Action in the 119th Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13112) on March 26, 2026, by natural resources policy specialists Nicole T. Carter and Anna E. Normand:
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Water Resources Development Acts: Primer and Action in the 119th Congress
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is an agency that develops water resource projects, among other civil and military missions. The primary purposes of USACE studies and projects historical more
False Claims Act Enforcement Involving Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Programs Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11410) on March 24, 2026, by legislative attorneys Madeline W. Donley and Victoria L. Killion:
Here are excerpts:
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False Claims Act Enforcement Involving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs
The Trump Administration has adopted the view that some "diversity, equity, and inclusion" (DEI) programs and policies illegally consider protected characteristics in viol more
Past Government Shutdowns - Key Resources Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R41759) on March 24, 2026, entitled "Past Government Shutdowns: Key Resources" by senior research librarians Justin Murray and Carol Wilson:
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Summary
When federal government agencies and programs lack budget authority after the expiration of either full-year or interim appropriations, they experience a "funding gap," also known as a lapse in appropriations. In many cases, under the Antid more
Past Government Shutdowns - Key Resources Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R41759) on March 24, 2026, entitled "Past Government Shutdowns - Key Resources:"
(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
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Office of Personnel Management
OPM has some information publicly available on the internet related to government shutdowns and furloughs.
* U.S. Office of Personnel Management, Pay & Leave Furlough Guidance, available at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/fur more
Section 301 Investigation - Forced Labor & Import Policies of U.S. Trading Partners Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12672) on March 24, 2026.
The white paper is written by international trade and finance specialists Christopher A. Casey, Danielle M. Trachtenberg and Cathleen D. Cimino-Isaacs.
Here are excerpts:
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Section 301 Investigation--Forced Labor and Import Policies of U.S. Trading Partners
In March 2026, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) initiated an investigati more
Is "Affordability" An Attainable Policy Goal? Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13189) on March 23, 2026, by macroeconomic policy specialists Lida R. Weinstock and Marc Labonte.
Here are excerpts:
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Is "Affordability" An Attainable Policy Goal?
Concerns about affordability have been a significant focus of the 119th Congress. Affordability is not an official metric that the government or private sector economists report, so discussions of affordabilit more
Legal Authority for Export Controls & Tariffs on Semiconductor Chips Sold to China Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11409) on March 23, 2026, by legislative attorneys Christopher T. Zirpoli and Jennifer K. Elsea:
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Legal Authority for Export Controls and Tariffs on Semiconductor Chips Sold to China
Semiconductor chips (also known as computer chips, microelectronic chips, or integrated circuits) have been a focus of U.S. export control policy for several years, partly due to concer more
Marine Mammal Commission Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13015) on March 23, 2026, by natural resources policy analyst Anthony R. Marshak.
Here are excerpts:
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The Marine Mammal Commission
Introduction
The Marine Mammal Commission (MMC) is an independent advisory agency of the executive branch that provides "independent, science-based oversight" of federal agency policies and actions addressing human impacts on marine mammals more
Reforms to the Mortgage Interest Deduction With Revenue Estimates Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13190) on March 23, 2026, by economics specialist Mark P. Keightley.
Here are excerpts:
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Reforms to the Mortgage Interest Deduction with Revenue Estimates
This In Focus provides an overview of the mortgage interest deduction under current law and presents revenue estimates for selected reforms to the deduction. Reforming or modifying the mortgage interest deduction could more
Safety Considerations for Automated Passenger Vehicles Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48605) on March 23, 2026, entitled "Safety Considerations for Automated Passenger Vehicles" by transportation policy analyst Naseeb A. Souweidane.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Automated vehicle technologies offer a range of driver support functions that some stakeholders assert may improve traffic safety. These technologies vary in their capabilities and current stages of development. S more
Safety Considerations for Automated Passenger Vehicles Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48605) on March 23, 2026, entitled "Safety Considerations for Automated Passenger Vehicles:"
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State and Federal Interactions
Federal and state agencies have separate regulatory authority over vehicle safety and regulate many aspects of automated vehicle safety differently. Among other responsibilities, NHTSA generally sets vehicle standards, ensures compli more
Smithsonian Institution - Selected Legislation, 119th Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13187) on March 23, 2026, by American national government specialist R. Eric Petersen:
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Smithsonian Institution: Selected Legislation, 119th Congress
This In Focus discusses enacted and proposed legislation to authorize new facilities, relationships, or programming within the Smithsonian Institution in the 119th Congress (2025-2026) to date. It excludes discussion of meas more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
American Tax Policy Institute Urges Treasury to Prioritize Tax Literacy in National Financial Literacy Strategy
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- The American Tax Policy Institute has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury in response to its request for information related to the Financial Literacy and Education Commission's (FLEC) update of the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. The ATPI, a nonpartisan organization comprising experts in taxation law, accounting, and economics, advised the Department of the Treasury to formally recognize tax literacy as a foundational c more
Independent Community Bankers Highlights Role in Financial Literacy, Fraud Prevention in Public Comment to Treasury
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- The Independent Community Bankers of America submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury in response to its Request for Information regarding the Financial Literacy and Education Commission's (FLEC) update to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. The ICBA emphasized the important role community banks play in providing financial education and combating fraud, encouraging the Treasury and the FLEC to recognize these contributions in more
Mastercard Urges Enhanced Financial Literacy Through Education and Public-Private Partnerships
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- Mastercard International submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury in response to the agency's Request for Information related to updates for the Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC) and the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. Mastercard highlighted its extensive experience and ongoing efforts to improve financial literacy, particularly emphasizing consumer education as a vital tool against fraud and scams targeting more
RiSE4EJ Urges EPA to Retain Risk Management Program Safeguards Protecting Kansas City Communities
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- RiSE4EJ, a community organization focused on protecting public health near chemical and industrial facilities, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency concerning proposed changes to the Risk Management Program (RMP). The letter opposes rollbacks to the program's 2024 Safer Communities rule, which strengthens protections against chemical emergencies. RiSE4EJ highlighted the presence of major chemical manufacturers in Kansas City, inclu more
Sen. Blumenthal Urges OCC to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Escrow Account Compensation
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, as submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency urging the agency to retract its proposed rule that would preempt state laws mandating banks to pay interest or other compensation on escrow accounts. The senator argues that the proposed rule would primarily benefit banks at the expense of American homeowners, undermining states' authority to impose consumer protections related to escrow policies. more
Tipoffs: Iran
China Raises Gasoline Prices Due to Rising Global Oil Prices, Triggering Lines
WASHINGTON, March 29 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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China Raises Gasoline Prices Due to Rising Global Oil Prices, Triggering Lines
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Key Takeaways
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China is the world's largest importer of oil and has the world's largest refining capacity. It is raising gasoline and diesel prices for consumers, in part due to the Iran conflict and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
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The government's fuel pricing has increas more
Joint statement from the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Japan, Canada and others on the Strait of Hormuz: 19 March 2026
LONDON, England, March 29 -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer issued the following news release:
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Joint statement from the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Japan, Canada and others on the Strait of Hormuz: 19 March 2026
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We condemn in the strongest terms recent attacks by Iran on unarmed commercial vessels in the Gulf, attacks on civilian infrastructure including oil and gas installations, and the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Ira more
Open the Books CEO Hart Testifies Before Senate Small Business & Entrepreneurship Committee
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- The Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee released the following testimony by Open the Books CEO John Hart, Knoxville, Maryland, from a March 18, 2026, hearing entitled "Sunshine Week: Bringing Secret Government Spending to Light":
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Madame Chair Ernst, Ranking Member Markey and distinguished Senators,
Thank you for the opportunity to testify. I want to commend this committee for holding a hearing about this timely - and timeless - topic that is deep more
Scalise: President Trump and Republicans Take Action to Keep Americans Safe
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Scalise: President Trump and Republicans Take Action to Keep Americans Safe
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Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined ABC News' This Week to discuss President Trump's efforts to stop a nuclear Iran and House Republicans' push to fully fund the Department of Homeland Security amid heightened threats.
Click here or the image above to view Leader Scalise's full more
Scalise: President Trump and Republicans Take Action to Keep Americans Safe
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Scalise: President Trump and Republicans Take Action to Keep Americans Safe
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NEW ORLEANS, La. -Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined ABC News' This Week to discuss President Trump's efforts to stop a nuclear Iran and House Republicans' push to fully fund the Department of Homeland Security amid heightened threats.
Click here or the image above to view Leader Scalise's ful more
The Iran Conflict Is Hitting Europeans Hard
WASHINGTON, March 29 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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The Iran Conflict Is Hitting Europeans Hard
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Europe was already suffering from high energy prices before the Iran conflict, as climate policies and other factors lifted prices there much higher than those in Asia and the United States.
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Higher rates of renewable energy adoption in Europe have not reduced electricity prices, but have instead led to the more
The Terms for Ending the Iran Conflict
WASHINGTON, March 29 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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The Terms for Ending the Iran Conflict
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Key Takeaways
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The United States and Iran have exchanged demands for an end to hostilities in the region as the continued effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz impacts energy and commodity prices.
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The sides appear far apart, with the United States demanding the Strait reopening and an end to Iran's nuclear program, while I more
Trump Sets a 15-Point Peace Plan With Iran
WASHINGTON, March 29 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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Trump Sets a 15-Point Peace Plan With Iran
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President Trump has proposed a 15-point peace plan to Iran to cease hostilities in the Middle East, covering missiles, nuclear weapons, and maritime routes.
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Pakistan is offering to host talks between parties, and Pakistan's army chief has reached out to Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
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