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Re-engaging Government: Internship Wrap Up

I grew up in DC, with the Capitol a permanent fixture on my horizon. I would look at it as I fell asleep at...
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Gavel Down: Closing out the Week in Congress

Congress is back home working… And we're sending a summer version of Gavel Down — full of how current events relate to Congressional happenings, as well as...
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What’s going on with gun control legislation this year?

The nation was struck by tragedy in the early morning hours of June 12, when a gunman in Orlando opened fire in a gay...
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The 114th Congress by the Numbers (so far)

The 114th Congress has passed a significant number of major policies into law. With six months left until it officially adjourns at the end of...
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GAVEL DOWN: Closing out the Week in Congress

As Congress heads home for seven weeks… We bring you a summer version of Gavel Down — full of how current events relate to Congressional...
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Bill Mentions: Congress to Conference on Defense Bill

Congress is "going to conference" on the on annual defense authorization bill: That means House Democrats and Republicans will appoint a few members as "conferees";...
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BILL MENTIONS: Sanctuary Cities Legislation in the 114th Congress

What is a Sanctuary City? A "sanctuary city" is one with policies to shelter immigrants who are in the United States illegally. These practices...
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BILL MENTIONS: Sanctuary Cities

Senate failed to invoke cloture on two immigration measures Two immigration measures sponsored by Republican lawmakers failed to pass procedural hurdles in the Senate in July....
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BILL MENTIONS: Dodd-Frank Related Legislation

As the U.S. economy recovers from the 2008 crisis, many wonder if the 2010 Dodd-Frank Act will be able to prevent future banking crises while still...
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GAVEL DOWN: Closing out the Week in Congress

A week full of legislating before departing for seven-week recess…  Two bills head to the White House — GMO labeling and opioid addiction and treatment — after...
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