Following a relatively quiet two-week recess, lawmakers have returned to Washington, D.C. with a significant amount of work ahead of them. Check out Plurus' latest insight, our "Congressional Laundry List" of must-pass legislation, expiring provisions, and other measures being worked on.
Read MoreThe first three months of the 118th Congress have had many moving pieces but a pace that largely lacked forward momentum. Despite the conventional wisdom on divided government that predicted gridlock and high-profile divisions this year, there are already a surprising number of bright spots where lawmakers are coming together to push forward legislation on a bipartisan basis. While it is certainly true that any of these could stall out, here is a sample of bipartisan proposals that could move this year.
Read MoreThe Farm Bill provides important opportunities to address specific agricultural and food issues, from food safety and labeling to nutrition, but the current version is set to expire in September 2023. Lawmakers have already begun discussions about what will be included in next year’s reauthorization. Check our Plurus’ latest insights on negotiations and outlook on this key legislation for the 118th Congress.
Read MoreApproximately every five years, Congress is tasked with revising and reauthorizing the Farm Bill. The current version is set to expire on September 23, 2023. As the 2022 midterm elections approach, there is increased focus on what the priorities for the bill might look like should there be a change in who holds the gavel in one or both chambers.
Read MoreMembers of Congress return this week from a two-week recess with a full agenda and without much time in which to accomplish their goals before turning their attention fully to the midterm elections. The Senate is scheduled to be in session for 104 days between now and Election Day, and the House, 71. We've rounded up issues we think will receive floor time prior to the election.
Read MoreWith the November elections in mind, Congress and the Administration must quickly get to work addressing the growing list of policies needing their attention, as Washington asks: how many more times can we kick the can down the road? We’re running out of roads.
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