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Democrats, Republicans, and independents overwhelmingly agree that ultra-processed foods harm health and want government action. A new study reveals rare cross-party support for policies like testing food additives and banning artificial dyes.
Democrats, Republicans, and independents agree on something surprising: ultra-processed foods need regulation. A new research collection shows bipartisan support for food safety reforms could finally spark real change.
Two-time Paralympic gold medalist Josh Turek secured Iowa's Democratic Senate nomination, setting up a November showdown that could shift the balance of power in Washington. The state representative who already flipped one Republican seat in 2022 now aims to do it again on a bigger stage.
Colorado just locked in a proven job creation program for another decade, setting the stage for over 1,500 new above-average-wage positions already in the pipeline. The bipartisan move keeps a 15-year success story rolling.
Education leaders from 21 states just met in New Orleans to tackle America's reading problem with strategies that are already showing results. They're sharing what works, from early literacy programs to career pathways that help every student succeed.
Colorado just passed the nation's first electric vehicle battery law with specific recycling targets for critical minerals like lithium and cobalt. The bipartisan bill turns aging EV batteries into a renewable resource instead of waste.
Millions of Americans with 401(k) savings could soon donate directly to charities tax-free, thanks to a new bipartisan bill that removes frustrating barriers to giving. The change could unlock billions in charitable donations from the $14 trillion sitting in employer retirement accounts.
New bipartisan legislation aims to slash child poverty using a simple approach that already worked once. In 2021, America proved we could do it when we briefly cut child poverty to a historic low of 5.2%.
A bipartisan bill reauthorizing critical ALS research funding moved forward in Congress, championed by advocates including the late actor Eric Dane and a patient who's lived eight years beyond his six-month prognosis. The legislation supports development of investigational drugs and clinical trials that could finally crack this devastating disease.
After years of railroad workers fighting for safer conditions, the House committee voted overwhelmingly to include major railway safety reforms in a crucial transportation bill. The bipartisan victory protects workers, communities, and America's supply chain.
Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico just launched a groundbreaking partnership to tap hundreds of gigawatts of clean geothermal energy hidden beneath the Mountain West. This rare bipartisan win could power data centers and communities with always-on renewable electricity.
Republican and Democratic lawmakers teamed up on a historic amendment that would stop government tracking of everyday drivers across America. If passed, the measure would immediately end license plate camera programs in cities and states nationwide.
Senators from both parties are pushing legislation that would prevent government shutdowns forever by forcing Congress to stay in session until they finish their work. After recent shutdowns left federal workers without pay for months, the bill has new momentum to finally become law.
The Senate just approved $108.5 million in new funding to hire 200 investigators dedicated to rescuing children from sex trafficking and identifying victims online. The bipartisan effort marks a major step forward in protecting kids from exploitation.
Former Ghanaian legislator Kojo Adu-Asare survived a six-year battle with kidney failure thanks to leaders from across the political divide who refused to let party lines dictate compassion. His story of survival and gratitude is inspiring better health awareness across Ghana.
Ghana just opened the doors to legal education for thousands of aspiring lawyers who were previously locked out. After years of frustration over limited spots at the country's single law school, a new reform lets universities across Ghana train professional lawyers.
Oregon just became the first state to fund wildlife conservation through tourism taxes, raising $37 million annually to protect everything from gray wolves to tiny caddisflies. The bipartisan bill shifts the burden from hunters to hotel guests, creating a model other states are already watching.
Oregon just became the first state to fund wildlife conservation through tourism instead of hunting licenses. The innovative approach will pump $37 million annually into protecting everything from blue whales to songbirds.
Democrats and Republicans are working together to update a 1996 law that shields social media companies from lawsuits. The bipartisan effort aims to hold platforms accountable for harmful content while preserving free speech.
A new Pew Research study reveals that six in ten Americans across all 50 states support stricter environmental laws, even if they come with a cost. Even better news: Republicans are showing rising trust in scientists for the first time since the pandemic.
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