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The latest data shows that the U.S. continues its decades-long decline in the number of people under sentence of death. At yearend 2023, 2,192 prisoners were on death row, a…

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In 2021, more than 22.4 million applications for firearm transfers and permits were processed under the Brady Act, marking a 10% decrease from the surge in 2020. Of these, about…

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The Congressional Budget Office’s 2025 Final Report highlights the scale of federal programs operating under expired or soon-to-expire authorizations. CBO identified 1,326 authorizations that expired before FY2025, with $500 billion…

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Executive Order (14343) expands exclusions from the Federal Labor-Management Relations Program to strengthen U.S. national security. It designates specific agencies and subdivisions—including NASA, the U.S. Agency for Global Media, and…

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This GAO report examines how Medicaid programs across the U.S. handle coverage for mifepristone and Mifeprex, drugs approved for medical abortion. Despite federal requirements, the review found that some state…

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This memorandum outlines new Justice Department guidelines for investigating and enforcing the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) following Executive Order 14209. It directs prosecutors to pause new cases except in…

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Executive Order 14337 formally revokes the 2021 order that aimed to promote competition in the American economy. By rescinding Executive Order 14036, the Administration signals a shift in federal priorities…

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Over the last 50 years, the national child support enforcement program has transformed how families access and receive support. Starting in 1975, federal law required states to create programs that…

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The GAO report examines how U.S. persons may be nominated to or misidentified on the terrorist watchlist and the processes available to correct errors. While the watchlist helps safeguard national…

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This Executive Order aims to overhaul the way federal grants are reviewed and awarded, ensuring taxpayer dollars align with national priorities. It sets stricter oversight, reduces redundant or low-value projects,…

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This executive order takes aim at “politicized or unlawful debanking,” where financial institutions restrict services based on political or religious beliefs, or lawful business activities they disfavor. It directs federal…

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This executive order aims to open the door for millions of 401(k) participants to invest in alternative assets—options long available to wealthy investors and public pension plans. It directs the…

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Verifying identity in the digital age is more than a checkbox—it’s a foundational element of trust. NIST’s updated 800-63A-4 offers detailed guidance for federal agencies and organizations on secure, privacy-respecting…

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Meaningful collaboration with state, local, and tribal governments isn’t just good governance—it’s essential for effective regulatory outcomes. This report explores how federal agencies can improve consultation processes, reduce burdens, and…

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In response to persistent national security and public health threats—including the trafficking of illicit drugs—Executive Order 14324 suspends duty-free de minimis import privileges globally. The order targets shipments from Canada,…

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