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In today’s Outdoor Report, the record shutdown comes to a close. the trade agenda zeroes in on a major IEEPA case, and Senators press BLM on the flexibility of federal land-use plans. Check it all out and more in the latest Outdoor Report! Click here to download a full PDF version of the report.

Within the bill to open the federal government, Congress passed nearly 100 extensions - most through September 30, 2026. Below are the extensions included in the CR. Click here or the image below to download a full PDF version of the document.

The Trump Administration released a pre-publication version of a proposed rule to reduce the number of U.S. streams and wetlands that are covered by federal water pollution protections – offering new parameters for protected waterways, groundwater, ditches, converted cropland, and more. The proposal comes two years after the Supreme Court’s decision in Sackett v. EPA , which narrowed the definition of "waters of the United States" (WOTUS) and, by extension, the protections a

Congress didn’t just avert a shutdown last week; it quietly extended nearly 100 expiring authorities across every part of the federal government. While these extensions look like routine maintenance to keep key programs functioning, they reveal a Congress bracing for limited action in 2026. For most issues in Congress, tackling many issues on must-pass bills tends to be the surest way to find bipartisan consensus, and this time was no different. The reauthorizations signal se

Check out this week's #AppropriationsUpdate for insights on a potential second minibus package as well as the rest of the FY26 funding slate. Click here or the image below to download a PDF of the full document.

This week, after 43 days, the shutdown ends, Rep. Adelita Grijalva is sworn in, and House leadership moves to undo a Senate provision in the funding deal. Check it all out in this week's BG3! Click the image below to download a full PDF version of the document.

As congressional approval ratings remain low, Brumidi Group Managing Partner Charles Cooper weighs in on whether bipartisanship helps or hinders members of Congress.

This government shutdown broke the record for the longest government shutdown (41 days) and will be studied by academicians for years. In some ways, this mirrored previous shutdowns, but it also represents some new dynamics that are worth thinking about. Here are 5 takeaways from the longest government shutdown in history. Urgency Was Scarce: For most of the shutdown, there was not as much urgency for resolution as one would expect (or that we are used to from past sh

Check out the newest #RuralReport for details on agriculture programs extended by the new continuing resolution and the ongoing dispute over SNAP funding. Click here to download the full PDF version of the Rural Report.

In our latest video, Brumidi Group Managing Partner Charles Cooper gives insight on how organizations can take advantage of policymaking going into the new year.

Check out this week's #AppropriationsUpdate for details of the Senate's agreement to end the government shutdown and full-year funding for Ag-FDA, MilCon-VA, and the Legislative Branch. Click here or the image below to download a PDF of the full document.

This week, Nancy Pelosi announces her retirement, Democrats score several election wins, and the Supreme Court begins hearing arguments on Trump's Tariff case. Check it all out in this week's BG3! Click the image below to download a full PDF version of the document.

Tribes Should Submit Written Comments on USDA’s Proposed Reorganization The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is pursuing a reorganization that could significantly alter how it delivers programs and engages with Tribal governments. While USDA describes the effort as a way to improve efficiency, it raises concerns about potential impacts on Tribal sovereignty, access to services, and the federal government’s trust and treaty obligations. As Tribal leaders submit comments t

The election last night certainly made headlines and brought forward all sorts of interesting analysis. Here are 5 takeaways from the election: Democrats Win Big: There is no question that Democrats had a huge night. Not only did Democrats win, but they did so with significant margins - both the gubernatorial and New York City mayoral elections well outperformed their predecessors. This highlights strong Democratic voter intensity across the board. Not an Ideologic

As results from yesterday’s election emerge, the Brumidi Group team shares key insights and implications. Click here or the image below to download a full PDF version of the document.

Today, municipalities across the country are voting on key leadership changes and legal measures. Check out our latest infographic highlighting the four critical ballots to watch. Click here or the image below to download a full PDF version of the document.

World leaders and sustainability professionals will travel to Belém, Brazil, next week for COP30 – a global climate conference. The Paris Agreement emerged from past COPs, where global leaders convened to drive an international climate agenda. External stakeholders have increasingly helped drive the conversation at these COPs and use the convening as an opportunity to share their own organizational sustainability agenda and network with companies, NGOs, and governments. Thi

Check out this week's #AppropriationsUpdate for insights on the status of talks to end the government shutdown and factors that may spur movement. Click here or the image below to download a PDF of the full document.

This week, President Trump urges Senate Republicans to end the filibuster, strikes a series of trade agreements across Asia, and the government shutdown stretches past one month. Check it all out in this week's BG3! Click the image below to download a full PDF version of the document.

There are obviously all sorts of impacts when a government shutdown occurs, especially this late in the year. One that may be underestimated is the legislative schedule. As the remaining calendar condenses for the year, there is less time to advance legislation (especially with the House and Senate largely not legislating during the shutdown). Here is a partial list of issues that will need to compete for floor time. National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Reauthorizatio