WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- The Ban Flock Act, originally introduced by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, on October 1, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. The bill aims to prohibit the use of automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) by the federal government unless specifically authorized by law, while also withholding federal grants from state and local governments that utilize such technology. The legislation addresses growing concerns about privacy and surveillance, as ALPRs have become increasingly prevalent  more ST

DETROIT, Michigan, Oct. 15 -- The Foundation for Economic Education issued the following commentary: * * * October 14, 2026 Stop Calling It Capitalism When It's Government Favoritism Ninos P. Malek How the free market gets blamed for cronyism. - Words have specific meanings. Unfortunately, capitalism is frequently misused by supporters and critics alike. Too often, what people defend or condemn is not free-market capitalism at all. Although distinctions exist among capitalism, free enterprise, and free market, for the purposes of this e more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 (TNSida) -- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Ocasio-Cortez, McClain Delaney, Beyer, Mfume, Subramanyam, and Elfreth Lead Calls to Pause FAA's AI Tool at Washington-Area Airports * WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), April McClain Delaney (MD-06), Don Beyer (VA-08), Kweisi Mfume (MD-07), Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10), and Sarah Elfreth (MD-03) are leading a congressional letter urging the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to pause use of  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- The Restoring Essential Plan Coverage Act, originally introduced by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, on October 1, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. The bill aims to reinstate the premium tax credit for lawfully present individuals, ensuring that essential coverage remains accessible to those who lack Medicaid eligibility due to their immigration status. The legislation responds to longstanding concerns regarding healthcare accessibility for immigrant populations within the United S more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- The Stop the Settlements Act, originally introduced by Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, on October 1, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. This legislation aims to impose sanctions on individuals and entities involved in the construction of Israeli settlements in the West Bank and Gaza, thereby addressing the contentious issue of territorial expansion in the region. The bill mandates the imposition of sanctions against foreign individuals deemed responsible for the construction or facilitation of I more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- The Stop Wall Street Looting Act, originally introduced by Rep. Mark Pocan, D-Wisconsin, on September 24, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. The bill aims to impose joint and several liabilities on private investment funds for the debts incurred by the firms they control, while also instituting measures to protect workers and enhance corporate transparency in the wake of private equity transactions. The legislative push comes as concerns grow over the practices of private equity firms, especia more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Support Grows For Stop The Settlements Act, Bill To Impose Sanctions On Drivers Of Settlement Expansion * WASHINGTON, DC -- Support continues to grow for Reps. Joaquin Castro's (TX-20), Stop the Settlements Act. Castro introduced the legislation with Reps. Madeleine Dean (PA-04), Don Beyer (VA-08), Greg Casar (TX-35), Sara Jacobs (CA-51), and Veronica Escobar (TX-16). The bill now has 53 co-sponsors since its introduction on October 1, with the add more PR

SANTA CRUZ, California, Oct. 14 -- The University of California Santa Cruz campus posted the following news: * * * To save democracy, put financial power in the hands of the people * An award-winning book by Professor Michael McCarthy reveals the financial sector's power over governments and envisions a new path forward for democratizing finance As America heads toward midterm elections next month, many voters are harboring concerns about the health of our nation's democracy. A Pew Research Foundation poll over the summer found that 69% of more PR

SANTA CRUZ, California, Oct. 14 -- The University of California Santa Cruz campus posted the following news: * * * To save democracy, put financial power in the hands of the people * An award-winning book by Professor Michael McCarthy reveals the financial sector's power over governments and envisions a new path forward for democratizing finance As America heads toward midterm elections next month, many voters are harboring concerns about the health of our nation's democracy. A Pew Research Foundation poll over the summer found that 69% of more PR