The Latest on the Government Shutdown
The Senate is gearing up for another round of government funding votes during today’s session, but an end to the shutdown is not imminently expected. However, in an interview with MSNBC, Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) indicated that he’s prepared to give Democrats a floor vote on their key health-related priorities, namely extending the […]
- March 11, 2020
Today on the Hill: House Democrats Ready Coronavirus Economic Response Package
Read MoreHouse Democrats are preparing to introduce a package of emergency economic measures aimed at stemming the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The bill — which could be introduced as early as today — is likely to promote paid sick leave for certain workers, funding for children’s school lunches, increased spending on social safety-net […]
- March 10, 2020
Today on the Hill: Washington Weighs Additional Coronavirus Response
Read MoreThe Trump administration, along with Congressional lawmakers, are weighing potential options to counteract an economic downturn as a result of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. During a press conference yesterday, President Donald Trump stated that he plans to propose payroll tax relief, as well as assistance for hourly-wage workers that are impacted by the effects of […]
- March 9, 2020
Health Policy Report (3/9)
Read MoreThe Week in Review The race for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination took a dramatic shift last week following the “Super Tuesday” contests. Former Vice President Joe Biden turned in a surprisingly strong showing in last Tuesday’s primary elections, winning ten out of the 14 states up for grabs: TX, NC, VA, MA, AR, AL, ME, […]
- March 9, 2020
This Week on the Hill: Senate Eyes Passage of Bipartisan Energy Package
Read MoreBoth chambers of Congress will reconvene for legislative business this afternoon as Senators look to wrap up work on a bipartisan package of energy-related legislation. The measure compiles more than 50 bills out of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee aimed at fostering innovation in clean energy technology. The Senate will vote on a motion to […]
- March 6, 2020
Next Week on the Hill: Coronavirus Package Signed Into Law
Read MoreFollowing Senate passage of a $8.3 billion coronavirus response spending bill late yesterday, President Donald Trump signed the bill into law this morning. The measure combines new funding for treatments for the virus, public health agencies, and community preparedness with a waiver of restrictions on Medicare telehealth coverage during the outbreak. It also stipulates that […]
- March 5, 2020
Today on the Hill: Senate Eyes Swift Passage of Coronavirus Funding Package
Read MoreCongress is moving swiftly on a supplemental appropriations package that seeks to address the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. House lawmakers overwhelmingly passed the $7.8 billion package yesterday afternoon after the bill’s release was delayed over issues pertaining to vaccine pricing, telehealth coverage, and hospital reimbursement. The Senate is expected to quickly follow suit […]
- March 4, 2020
Today on the Hill: Biden Secures Front-Runner Status Following Strong Super Tuesday
Read MoreFormer Vice President Joe Biden turned in a strong showing at yesterday’s “Super Tuesday” primary elections, winning ten out of the 14 states up for grabs: TX, NC, VA, MA, AK, AL, ME, TN, OK, and MN. While votes are still being counted in several states, Vice President Biden’s performance is projected to propel him […]
- March 3, 2020
Today on the Hill: Dems Brace for Pivotal Super Tuesday Contests
Read MoreThe polls are open in 14 states today as the pivotal “Super Tuesday” Democratic primary elections get underway. With Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and former South Bend, IN Mayor Pete Buttigieg officially out of the race, former Vice President Joe Biden and Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) are projected to battle head-to-head for the lion’s share […]
- March 2, 2020
This Week on Hill: Lawmakers Formulate Coronavirus Response Package
Read MoreBoth chambers of Congress will resume legislative business later this afternoon. As Congressional appropriators continue work on an emergency spending package to bolster coronavirus response efforts, consideration of the supplemental funding bill could occur as early as Wednesday in the House amid rising concerns about a domestic outbreak of the virus. The final figure for […]
- March 2, 2020
Health Policy Report (3/2)
Read MoreThe Week in Review Former Vice President Joe Biden scored a key victory in the 2020 Democratic presidential primary over the weekend with a commanding victory in Saturday’s contest in South Carolina. Vice President Biden won the Palmetto State with 48 percent of the vote, with Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) finishing second and earning a […]
- February 28, 2020
Today, Next Week on the Hill: House Dems Brace for Close Vote on Tobacco Measure
Read MoreHouse lawmakers will close out their work week with final passage of a comprehensive tobacco-related measure later this morning. The bill — which seeks to curb the use of e-cigarettes among youths and promulgate further regulations on flavored tobacco products — is expected to pass narrowly after some Democrats expressed concerns that the legislation would […]
- February 27, 2020
Today on the Hill: House Readies Action on Youth Tobacco Bill
Read MoreHouse lawmakers will begin consideration of a comprehensive tobacco-related measure that seeks to curb the use of e-cigarettes among youths. Specifically, the Reversing the Youth Tobacco Epidemic Act would amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to: (1) prohibit the sale of flavored tobacco products; (2) promulgate Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations on synthetic nicotine […]