No, we are not talking about the Olympics or latest Netflix series. We are talking about the goings-on we are watching on Capitol Hill.

The House Labor Appropriations Subcommittee approved a funding bill prohibiting the US Department of Labor from implementing its oppressive independent contractor rule. Next step, it will be heard by the full House Appropriations Committee.

More than 150 members of the US Congress sent a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) insisting the EPA rollback their Phase 3 Greenhouse Gas rules. Previously, both the US Senate and House voted to revoke the rule, but it was vetoed by President Biden.

The House Transportation Appropriations Subcommittee approved $200M for truck parking to ensure the nation’s drivers have a safe place to park while taking their ten-hours off.

US Congressman David Valadao (R-CA) introduced a bill to fight the growing problem of organized crime and cargo theft, which rose 57% in 2023. The bill would direct $2M to establish a Supply Chain Fraud and Theft Task Force.

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