Saturday - February 28, 2026
Public Policy & NGOs

Here's a look at documents from public policy and non-governmental organizations

Featured Stories

Scouting America Statement Concerning Department of War Announcement
IRVING, Texas, Feb. 28 -- Scouting America (formerly the Boy Scouts of America) issued the following statement on Feb. 27, 2026:

* * *

Scouting America Statement Concerning Department of War Announcement

Scouting America issued the following statement today following the Department of War's announcement.

Scouting America is proud to uphold our longstanding commitment to military families across the globe through a renewed, strengthened partnership with the Department of War. Over several months, we engaged in dialogue with Department leadership to align on how we could deepen our service ... Show Full Article

No Labels Issues Commentary: Marking Four Years of War in Ukraine
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- No Labels, a political organization that advocates for centrism and bipartisanship, issued the following commentary on Feb. 26, 2026, by senior writer Sam Zickar:

* * *

Marking Four Years of War in Ukraine

These five statistics help define the bloodiest conflict in Europe since World War II

*

This week marks four years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. The war has become a grinding, attritional conflict that has reshaped Europe's geopolitical map and tested Western unity. As the fighting extends into its fifth year with no ... Show Full Article

Indiana Chamber: Short But Impactful 2026 Legislative Session
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Feb. 28 -- The Indiana Chamber of Commerce issued the following statement on Feb. 27, 2026:

* * *

Indiana Chamber: Short But Impactful 2026 Legislative Session

Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders offers closing commentary on the 2026 Indiana General Assembly, which is set to wrap up activity this evening:

"Building on past momentum, this legislative session delivered meaningful policy wins that strengthen Indiana's competitiveness and create new opportunities for businesses and their workers to prosper. Key successes include further advances ... Show Full Article

IFPTE Symposium Examines Global Pressures and Local Impacts
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers issued the following news:

* * *

IFPTE Symposium Examines Global Pressures and Local Impacts

IFPTE members from TEAM/IFPTE Local 161, and WAPSO/IFPTE Local 162, along with guests from the Regina Civic Middle Management Association (RCMMA), gathered this week in Winnipeg for a full day of discussion and action at the 2026 IFPTE Professional Workers Symposium.

The symposium brought together union leaders, policy experts, academics, and elected officials to examine how global economic instability, trade ... Show Full Article

First Focus on Children Tells Supreme Court: Ending Birthright Citizenship Would Irreparably Harm Every Baby Born in America
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- First Focus on Children, an advocacy organization dedicated to making children and families the priority in federal policy and budget decisions, issued the following news release:

* * *

First Focus on Children Tells Supreme Court: Ending Birthright Citizenship Would Irreparably Harm Every Baby Born in America

National child advocacy organization files amicus brief in Trump v. Barbara, urging the Court to affirm birthright citizenship as a fundamental constitutional right.

*

First Focus on Children has filed an amicus curiae brief in Trump v. Barbara (No. 25-365), urging ... Show Full Article

Anti-Defamation League, Academic Engagement Network Commend International Studies Association on Rejecting BDS
NEW YORK, Feb. 28 -- The Anti-Defamation League, an anti-hate organization that aims to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment for all, posted the following news release:

* * *

Anti-Defamation League (ADL) and the Academic Engagement Network (AEN) Commend the International Studies Association (ISA) on Rejecting BDS

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) and the Academic Engagement Network (AEN) commend the International Studies Association (ISA) for the recent Governing Council vote rejecting the harmful and divisive Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) ... Show Full Article

Americans for Tax Reform: S.C. Senate Approves Bill Moving Palmetto State to 1.99 Percent Flat Income Tax Rate
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following statement on Feb. 26, 2026:

* * *

South Carolina Senate Approves Bill Moving Palmetto State to 1.99 Percent Flat Income Tax Rate

The South Carolina Senate voted yesterday to approve an amended version of H. 4216, tax reform legislation passed by the South Carolina House of Representatives last year that would put the state's income tax on the path to elimination. Before passage, South Carolina Senators amended H. 4216 so that it would result in a larger immediate rate cut.

The House-passed version of H. 4216 moves South Carolina ... Show Full Article