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January 3, 2021

The 117th United States Congress is the current meeting of the legislative branch of the United States federal government, composed of the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives. It convened in Washington, D.C., on January 3, 2021, during the final weeks of Donald Trump's presidency, and will end on January 3, 2023. It will meet during the first two years of Joe Biden's presidency.

Issues:Congress
December 31, 2020

Congresswoman Kim Schrier (8th CD) announced today that she has introduced legislation to provide funds to study methods to reduce agricultural methane emissions, namely "cow burps," by changing feeding regimes.

December 28, 2020

Consider this alternative to your morning routine: Your alarm goes off, you turn on the coffee machine, you brush your teeth, and you take an at-home COVID-19 antigen test. By the time you are pouring that cup of coffee, you'll know whether you are contagious and can make a smart decision about whether to go to work or school or stay home.

Issues:Health