In the spotlight after floods, Texas lawmakers eye disaster plans amid FEMA uncertainty
The Legislature will look at proposals for emergency preparedness in a special session that was already planned over hemp laws….
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Many beauty products have toxic ingredients. Newly proposed bills could change that
The “Safer Beauty Bill Package” would ban the most toxic ingredients in everyday cosmetics and create protections for the women…
Texas Republicans want to redraw congressional districts in special session
Texas lawmakers will hold a special session Monday. They want to redraw congressional districts, with the purpose to skew voting…
Trump threatens to derail Washington Commanders’ new stadium deal over team name
President Trump said the Washington Commanders should change their name back to their former name, which many Indigenous people consider…
Trump administration shuts down EPA’s scientific research arm
The agency is closing the Office of Research and Development, which analyzes dangers posed by hazards including toxic chemicals, climate…