WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Kamlager-Dove Pushes FIFA to Lower World Cup Ticket Prices * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) led 69 Members of Congress in urging the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) to reduce the cost of tickets for the 2026 World Cup, which have soared () in part due to the use of dynamic pricing. The letter also highlights FIFA's lack of financial su more PR

WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Murray, Ocasio-Cortez Introduce the Fair Wages for Home Care Workers Act, Pushing Back Against the Trump Administration to Protect Wages and Overtime for Home Care Workers * The Fair Wages for Home Care Workers Act would codify rights to minimum wage and overtime pay for home care workers and domestic workers As Trump and Republicans strip home care workers of their right to minimum wage and o more PR

WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news: * * * Pressley, Hirono, Peters Lead Colleagues in Introducing Resolution to Recognize Abortion Providers * WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), alongside Senators Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) and Gary Peters (D-MI), led over 30 of their colleagues in reintroducing a bicameral resolution honoring abortion providers and staff by designating March 10, 2026 as "Abortion Provider Appreciation more PR

WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Rep. Gabe Amo, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Members Amo and Foushee Lead 116 Members Condemning EPA for Putting Polluters Over People and Gutting Research * WASHINGTON, DC - TODAY, House Science, Space, and Technology Environment Subcommittee Ranking Member Gabe Amo (D-RI) and Space and Aeronautics Subcommittee Ranking Member Valerie Foushee (D-NC) led a group of 116 Members of Congress in denouncing the Trump Administration's decis more PR

WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Rep. Valerie Foushee, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Members Foushee and Amo Lead 116 Members Condemning EPA for Putting Polluters Over People and Gutting Research * WASHINGTON, DC (March 13, 2026) -Yesterday, House Science, Space, and Technology Space and Aeronautics Subcommittee Ranking Member Valerie Foushee (D-NC) and Environment Subcommittee Ranking Member Gabe Amo (D-RI) led a group of 116 Members of Congress in denouncing the more PR

WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Rep. Greg Casar, D-TX, has introduced the Connect the Grid Act, aimed at enhancing the interconnection of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) with neighboring energy grids to improve electrical reliability and facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources. The proposed legislation seeks to amend key sections of the Federal Power Act, effectively repealing certain exemptions that ERCOT currently operates under. This move is motivated by a need to st more ST

WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-CO, has introduced the No Political Enemies Act, aimed at protecting individuals and organizations from federal government actions that may be motivated by political speech or participation. The legislation strives to ensure that the constitutional rights of citizens, especially regarding freedom of speech and association, are not infringed due to their political activities. The bill comes at a time when partisan divisions within the country have led to more ST

WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Rep. Diana DeGette, D-CO, has introduced the Follow the Science Act, aimed at reinforcing scientific integrity within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) by preventing the diversion of funds towards politically motivated activities. The bill seeks to ensure that the NIH maintains its focus on evidence-based research, free from political influences that could jeopardize its mission and effectiveness. The Follow the Science Act specifically prohibits political appointee more ST

WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Rep. Betty McCollum, D-MN, has introduced the Defending the Human Rights of Palestinian Children and Families Living Under Israeli Military Occupation Act, aimed at prohibiting U.S. funds for military assistance to Israel when such funds support violations of international law, particularly regarding the treatment of Palestinian minors. The bill addresses significant human rights concerns documented in the Israeli military's treatment of Palestinian children. Rep. McCollu more ST

WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Rep. James P. McGovern, D-MA, has introduced the United States-Cuba Trade Act of 2026, a bill aimed at lifting the long-standing trade embargo on Cuba. This legislation seeks to normalize trade relations between the U.S. and Cuba, promoting economic engagement while supporting human rights and democratic change in the region. The introduction of this bill is rooted in a growing recognition of the need for a new approach toward Cuba. The trade embargo, initially establishe more ST

WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Rep. Mark Pocan, D-WI, has introduced the Save Medicare Act, a legislative effort aimed at renaming the Medicare Advantage program to the Alternative Private Health Plan. This initiative intends to clarify the program's branding, enhance transparency, and impose civil penalties for misleading advertising. The Save Medicare Act seeks to officially rebrand the current Medicare Advantage framework, part of the Social Security Act, as the Alternative Private Health Plan progr more ST

WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-FL, has introduced the Fair Housing for Survivors Act, a pivotal piece of legislation aimed at strengthening protections for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and sex trafficking under the Fair Housing Act. This landmark bill addresses the urgent need for housing security among individuals who have experienced intimate partner violence and related forms of abuse. Studies indicate that a significant number of survivors face d more ST

WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Representative Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Murray Introduce Legislation to Codify Minimum Wage and Overtime Protections for Home Care Workers * Washington, D.C. -Today, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14) and Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) introduced the Fair Wages for Home Care Workers Act, legislation that would amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to guarantee minimum w more PR

SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, March 13 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news: * * * Seton Hall Experts Shape National Headlines in February * Seton Hall University continued its strong start to 2026 with another impactful month of media presence, with multiple faculty experts featured across top national, regional and broadcast outlets. The University's position as a trusted, go-to source for timely, expert commentary was underscored by reach in the millions -all in thanks to the in more PR