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Automobile industry executives testified about the financial state of the industry and their request for $25 billion in emergency federal aid to avoid collapse. Some automakers said they…

U.S. House of Representatives

Witnesses testified about election procedures, voting machine technology, operations by state and local registrars, as well as accuracy and accountability issues in preparation for the 2008…

US House of Representatives

Republican members of Congress talked about their post-adjournment meetings on the House Floor to continue talking about rising energy costs and gas prices and urge Speaker Pelosi to…

The House passed extended unemployment benefits that allow an extra three months of benefits, with those in high unemployment states getting up to a year of benefits. Also, members began…

The House passed a small business innovation and technology bill. Members also began work on the $8.4 billion Coast Guard programs bill.

A hearing was held on the plans of the Department of Education to ensure the continued availability of funds for student loans. Topics included the availability of federal and private…

Bill Gates testified at a hearing on competitiveness in the global marketplace as it relates to technology. Topics include efforts needed to strengthen U.S. competitiveness in the global marketplace,…

The House passed a bill dealing with mental health insurance coverage.