Legislative negotiators came to an agreement over the weekend. The House of Representatives is facing another deadline on government funding, as a previous resolution expires this Friday. Legislators…
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HUD Secretary Announces Grants for Tribal Community Housing
The funding comprises final awards under a 2023 tribal grant program. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently allocated $70 million to assist 38 Tribes build…
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Senators Propose Selling Unused Government Wavelengths
The private sector has an increasing need for the 5G spectrum. Senators Ted Cruz of Texas and John Thune of South Dakota introduced the “Spectrum Pipeline” bill this…
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House Minority Seeks to Force Vote on Ukraine Aid
The group attempts to bypass the House speaker with 218 signatures of support. Members of the House minority party began an attempt to bring the Senate’s $95 billion…
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President Submits Spending Proposal for 2025
He projects slower increases in funding over 10 years with increases in wealth taxes. President Joe Biden released his proposed budget for the 2025 fiscal year on Monday.…
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IRS Offers New Electronic Tax Filing System
The IRS commissioner recently testified before a House committee regarding Direct File. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released the pilot version of the agency’s updated electronic tax…
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Supreme Court Requests Additional Security Funding from Congress
U.S. Marshals Service reports threats more than doubled in two years. The Supreme Court recently submitted a 2025 budget request to Congress, requesting $19.4 million to increase security…
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Interior Department Awards Grants to Clean Up Orphaned Oil and Gas Wells
The funding is allotted under infrastructure legislation. The Department of the Interior announced guidance for states, offering up to $30 million in matching grant funds under the Bipartisan…
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Transportation Department Opens Grants for Roadway Safety Improvements
Applications are being accepted for 2024 funding. The Department of Transportation opened applications for $1.25 billion in competitive grants to fund local roadway safety projects. Last year, more…
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IRS Improves Phone Service Levels in Current Tax Season
The agency seeks to show the efficacy of additional funding. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has shown improved phone response metrics as the tax season kicks off, reportedly…
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