New State Laws for 2026: AI in Healthcare, Voting Restrictions, and Rising Medical Costs
New laws addressing artificial intelligence in health care and elections, rising medical insurance costs, and paid family leave take effect as the new year begins.
Potential Shut Down of Manitoba Ethanol Plant Looms
Manitoba's ethanol industry is at risk due to US biofuel subsidies and Canadian policies favouring US imports over…
Musicians Cancel Gigs at Trump Renamed Kennedy Center in Protest
Increasing number of musical artists are cancelling gigs at the Trump-Kennedy Center in Washington DC, including a…
Alaska to Receive $272M Federal Funding for Rural Health System Upgrade in 2026
Alaska to receive $272 million in 2026 from the federal government to revamp rural health system, as part of the Rural Health Transformation Program.
California’s Infrastructure Workforce Requires Funding Despite Grants
A new report by the Brookings Institute reveals that minimal federal grant money was used for infrastructure…
IRS Increases Standard Mileage Rate for Business Driving in 2026
Explore how Trump's policies could influence the market, IRS's new standard mileage rate for business driving,…
Navy Introduces Bi-Annual Fitness Tests
Changes in the Navy's Physical Readiness Program
The Navy announced today that sailors will be required to take two physical fitness tests per year, starting in January 2026. The new policies linked to the Navy’s Physical Readiness Program will be implemented as per the schedule.
The new guidance is available on MyNavyHR. As per the new policy,…
Opinion: The Case for Universal Health Coverage and Medicare for All
Delve into an insightful analysis on the urgent need for universal health coverage in the US to ensure affordable…
Congress’ Major Moves in 2025: Morning Rundown Newsletter Highlights
Today's newsletter highlights Congress's major actions in 2025, musicians cancelling Kennedy Center shows over name…
Five Principles Introduced to Aid Black Non-Degree Learners
New Joint Center Brief outlines strategies to support black workers and learners in non-degree credential pathways for economic mobility.