Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
Democratic sit-in over gun vote disrupts House
By Billy House, Laura LitvanA fiduciary responsibility veto override failed. A Zika funding measure passed.
January 07, 2015
Obama veto threat sets up battles on Republican agendaLindsey Graham tells Democrats, "We didn't win. You lost."
January 07, 2015
Obama veto threat sets up battles on Republican agendaLindsey Graham tells Democrats, "We didn't win. You lost."
September 10, 2014
Senate Bill Targets ‘Earnings Stripping’ by Corporate InvertersThis bill curtails the incentive for companies to use shady accounting gimmicks to avoid paying their U.S. tax obligations," says Sen. Schumer, one sponsor.
January 30, 2014
Insurance licensing reforms finally see lightSenate today voted 67-32 to pass the National Association of Registered Agents and Brokers Reform Act, also known as NARAB II.
September 11, 2013
What is the difference between spree killers and terrorists?The two dont have the same but the consequences of their actions are usually the same.
April 26, 2013
House OKs measure designed to end controller furloughsFlight controllers on furlough, this is President Obama, youre clear to get back to work.