U.S. Moves to Ban Russian Uranium Imports
In a bid to further pressure Russia over its war in Ukraine, the U.S. Senate has unanimously passed a bill to prohibit Russian uranium imports.
Senate Democrats Raise Concerns Over Bipartisan Border Negotiations and Asylum Policy Changes
Sen. Alex Padilla, along with nine other Senate Democrats, is expressing concern about the direction of bipartisan border security negotiations, which are crucial for passing an emergency foreign aid package.
Teamsters Union Calls for Senate Investigation into Yellow Corp's Bankruptcy Proceedings
The Teamsters Union has called on the Senate to investigate the bankruptcy proceedings of Yellow Corp.
Transportation Secretary Buttigieg Faces Congressional Scrutiny Amid Infrastructure Debate
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has been actively promoting the Biden administration's infrastructure initiatives, emphasizing the progress made on various projects, including the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
Bipartisan Senate Bill Seeks to Strengthen Drug Supply Chain Through U.S. Manufacturing Prioritization
A bipartisan group of senators has introduced a bill aimed at strengthening the pharmaceutical supply chain by increasing drug manufacturing in the U.S. and allied countries.
Owner-Operator Association Opposes PRO Act, Citing Potential Disruption to Trucking Industry
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has expressed opposition to the PRO Act, stating that it would create confusion and jeopardize the established business model in the trucking industry.
☕️ Grab a cup’o Joe: Starbucks CEO to testify before Senate over unionizing opposition
Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz is feeling the heat as Congress investigates the company’s “intense opposition” to national efforts to unionize its stores.
The Senate tackles the bipartisan Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act
Introduced on Dec. 1 by U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ), The Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act lays out new funding eligibility standards and highlights truck drivers' personal safety.