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In an 81-14 vote, the Senate approved a House-passed resolution repealing a District of Columbia law reducing penalties for certain crimes, including carjackings, burglaries, and robberies. Lawmakers…

The Senate advanced Cindy Chung’s nomination to be a Third Circuit Court of Appeals judge.

The Senate approved changes to a global climate agreement to reduce hydrofluorocarbons, which are gases commonly used in air conditioning and refrigerators. Members also voted in favor of…

The Senate continued work on judicial nominations, including confirming Lara Montecalvo’s nomination to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit and voting to limit debate on Sarah…

The Senate approved the Inflation Reduction Act, the Democratic bill on tax policy, health care, and climate change. The vote was 51-50, with Vice President Kamala Harris presiding to break the…

Senate Republicans Dan Sullivan (AK), John Barrasso (WY), Shelley Moore Capito (WV), and John Hoeven (ND) held a news conference to discuss the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)…

The Senate continued work on legislation providing $54 billion in grants for U.S. semiconductor computer chip manufacturing to better compete with China. Member also worked on several judicial…

In a 65-33 vote, the Senate approved a bipartisan bill intended to reduce gun violence. The legislation expands background checks for gun buyers 21 or younger, provides grants to states for “red…

The Senate confirmed Kathryn Huff’s nomination for assistant energy secretary for nuclear energy.

The Senate worked on instructions for negotiations between the House and Senate on a science and technology research bill. Both chambers have already passed separate versions of the…

The Senate voted to go to conference with the House of Representatives on a bill to increase science and technology research funding. The legislation is designed to assist the U.S.…

Senator James Lankford (R-OK) and other Senate Republicans spoke with reporters about high gas prices and U.S. energy policy.

Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID) and Republican colleagues held a news conference to discuss rising gas prices.

Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) and party colleagues held a news conference to discuss the Iran nuclear deal and the Biden administration’s ban on Russian energy imports.

Senator Risch (R-ID), the ranking member on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and other Republican senators spoke with reporters about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

The Senate continued work on legislation to overhaul U.S. Postal Service delivery operations and finances including the retiree health benefits for all current and retired employees.…

The Senate continued work on legislation to overhaul U.S. Postal Service delivery operations and finances including the retiree health benefits for all current and retired employees.

Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID), along with several Republican colleagues, held a news conference at the U.S. Capitol on rising inflation and its impact on the economy.

The Senate passed legislation extending funding through March 11, 2022. Members recessed, subject to the call of the chair.

Senate Republicans, including Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) and Minority Whip John Thune (R-SD), held a news conference from Capitol Hill, marking President Biden’s first year in office.…