Following a relatively quiet two-week recess, lawmakers have returned to Washington, D.C. with a significant amount of work ahead of them. Check out Plurus' latest insight, our "Congressional Laundry List" of must-pass legislation, expiring provisions, and other measures being worked on.
Read MoreThe 2024 elections are over 18 months away. Check out our latest analysis on what political realities will shape the 2024 electoral environment and who are key contenders in the presidential race so far as well as in Senate, House, and gubernatorial elections.
Read MoreThe first three months of the 118th Congress have had many moving pieces but a pace that largely lacked forward momentum. Despite the conventional wisdom on divided government that predicted gridlock and high-profile divisions this year, there are already a surprising number of bright spots where lawmakers are coming together to push forward legislation on a bipartisan basis. While it is certainly true that any of these could stall out, here is a sample of bipartisan proposals that could move this year.
Read MoreThe 118th Congress will be sworn in at noon on January 3, 2023. Check out the latest version of our Congressional musical chairs which shows a possible projection of committee spots that could be vacant, Members that may be at risk of getting bumped from committees, and Members that may have to give up their committee spots due to certain rules. Our analysis also includes Members jockeying for spots on certain committees, and committee chairmanship elections and nominations.
Read MoreThe 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 MoreCongress has a long laundry list of "must pass" items and other priorities to tackle before this Congress adjourns sine die. There remain several questions – namely, what can get done before Members leave town and what will next year look like on Capitol Hill. Check out our latest update on the changing dynamics in Congress.
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