Politics
Congress Pushes for Regulatory Framework and Older Americans Act
Rep. Angie Craig (D-Minn.) and Rep. Andy Barr (R-Ky.) introduced a bill to establish federal regulations for hemp products, while advocates are urging the House to pass the reauthorized Older Americans Act. The bills aim to address critical social issues through bipartisan cooperation.
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The Hill
Following the Senate's unanimous passage of the bipartisan Older Americans Act reauthorization on July 14, advocates are calling on the House of Representatives to approve the bill to ensure continued funding for essential services like Meals on Wheels.
2026-07-22 16:00 UTC
The Hill
Reps. Angie Craig (D-Minn.) and Andy Barr (R-Ky.) on Wednesday introduced a bill designed to set up a clear regulatory framework for hemp and hemp-derived THC products. The Lawful Hemp Protection Act would establish the first comprehensive federal regulatory framework for hemp products. Craig, the t
2026-07-22 16:04 UTC