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In today's sustainability report, we look at what's included in the EPA's deregulatory agenda, talk about what's happening in DC, and...

Following the devastating fires in Los Angeles, the new administration and congressional Republicans immediately prioritized the Fix Our...

This week’s recess is allowing stakeholders and congressional offices alike to take a breath and consider what will be a priority over...

The toughest part of being in congressional leadership -- among many-- is gathering enough votes when holding an extremely narrow...

Check out this week's #RuralReport for updates on USDA emergency and local food purchasing funding, wildland firefighter pay, and grant...

Check out this week's Appropriations Update for details on what was (and wasn't) included in the continuing resolution passed by the...

On Friday, Congress narrowly approved funding to keep the government open through the remainder of the fiscal year. It was a lesson in...

This week, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced plans for a massive deregulatory effort to revise dozens of environmental regulations...

It's no secret that many Americans, even those with strong opinions on policy issues, can be apathetic about expressing them or getting...

With another government shutdown on the horizon, check out our latest infographic for a deep dive into the history of past shutdowns....

Thankfully, most talk about government shutdowns is just talk.  That being said, federal spending bills may be the best leverage point...

Check out our weekly Appropriations Update for updates on FY25 funding, a possible government shutdown, and more. Click here or the image...

We are officially in the final week of negotiations ahead of a potential government shutdown. Federal funding will run out after March 14...

This week, President Trump reverses course on Canada and Mexico tariffs. Meanwhile, cabinet secretaries gain authority over federal job...

Today's sustainability report looks at the Biden-era regulations that the House is voting to roll back, climate-related news in DC, and...

Government funding lapses in just over a week on March 14th. House and Senate Appropriations chairs Cole (R-OK) and Collins (R-ME) have...

Not every piece of legislation or policy issue will get a top-tier champion on Capitol Hill, but not every policymaker can or should lead...

Over the weekend, President Trump signed two executive orders aimed at bolstering domestic timber production and reducing reliance on...

Check out the newest Rural Report for updates on the spending pause at USDA, emergency relief funding for farmers, and the new Forest...