Legislative Outlook

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.

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High Speed Rail Systems in the US: Challenges & Outlook

From Japan's bullet trains to Europe's interconnected rail networks, high-speed rail (HSR) systems are transforming global transportation, reducing emissions and connecting millions of people daily, but the US is falling behind. Check out our deep dive into the world of HSR, exploring its origins, benefits, and the challenges it faces in the US.

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Energy Sanctions Against Russia: Past Impacts and Future Outcomes

Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. and EU have imposed sanctions on Russia, targeting its energy exports. Despite these efforts, Russia has found ways to circumvent sanctions, raising questions about the effectiveness of such measures. Check out our latest insights on past impacts of energy sanctions on the U.S. and the EU, and potential future outcomes of these sanctions.

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2024 Political Outlook

The 2024 elections are over 18 months away. Check out our latest analysis on what political realities will shape the 2024 electoral environment and who are key contenders in the presidential race so far as well as in Senate, House, and gubernatorial elections. 

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Bipartisanship in the 118th Congress

The 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.

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OMB Releases Fall 2022 Unified Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions

On January 4, the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), in conjunction with the U.S. General Services Administration’s (GSA) Regulatory Information Service Center and the 60 Cabinet, Executive, and Independent agencies across the Federal Government, released the Biden Administration’s Fall 2022 Unified Agenda. Check out our latest tidbits on notable rulemakings.

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