The Farm Bill provides important opportunities to address specific agricultural and food issues, from food safety and labeling to nutrition, but the current version is set to expire in September 2023. Lawmakers have already begun discussions about what will be included in next year’s reauthorization. Check our Plurus’ latest insights on negotiations and outlook on this key legislation for the 118th Congress.
Read MoreOn March 28, President Joe Biden released his Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) budget request. With an overall discretionary spending topline of $1.6 trillion, the president’s budget request (PBR) includes $813 in defense spending and $696 billion in nondefense spending. The budget also aims to reduce the deficit by $1 trillion over ten years. Following our review of budget documents released by individual agencies, here is our analysis of key telecom provisions in the PBR.
Read MoreAside from ongoing efforts to support Ukraine as Russia’s war continues, this week felt like a bit of a lull for domestic policy. However, we view it more as a calm before the storm. Here’s our latest thinking on the agenda over the next few weeks and months.
Read MoreThis week kicked off one of the longest Congressional work periods we have seen this year. The Senate will now be in session for six straight weeks. The House will be in session all but one of these weeks heading into the two-week Easter recess. Here’s our latest intel and analysis on some of the hottest issues in Washington.
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