Stories Tagged as
Congress
What lawmakers can do to protect transgender workers
by
Kimberly Adams
and Rose Conlon
Mar 8, 2021
Last summer, the Supreme Court ruled it's illegal under federal law to fire someone for being lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans.
Will Congress consider giving marijuana companies access to big banks?
Feb 26, 2021
Pot's illegal at the federal level, so major banks won't provide services. Therefore, vendors can't accept credit or debit cards.
Will the next round of relief checks be based on 2020 income?
Feb 8, 2021
That may depend on how early you file your taxes.
How the Biden administration can undo some Trump policies
Jan 21, 2021
Sometimes all it takes is a signature. Other cases require allies in Congress or the courts.
A Democratic Senate could mean big economic policy changes
Jan 7, 2021
A unified Democratic government might approve more stimulus, aid to states and tax hikes to fund health, education and green energy.
What the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol means for economic recovery
by
Katherine Wiles
and Kai Ryssdal
Jan 6, 2021
"The highest priority that Congress has is restoring stability and creating certainty," said Wendy Edelberg of Brookings.
The business world hasn't quite grappled with protesters storming the U.S. Capitol
by
Katherine Wiles
and Kai Ryssdal
Jan 6, 2021
Sudeep Reddy, managing editor at Politico, joined Marketplace host Kai Ryssdal to discuss the events in Washington and how business leaders are reacting.
For public good, not for profit.
Trump supporters storm U.S. Capitol, clash with police
Jan 6, 2021
Dozens breached security perimeters and lawmakers inside the House chamber were told to put on gas masks as tear gas was fired in the Rotunda.
Congress lets paid sick, family and medical leave mandate expire
Jan 1, 2021
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act required many employers to offer COVID-related paid sick and family leave. Not anymore.
No more surprise medical bills. What will that mean for insurance premiums?
Dec 30, 2020
One thing that’s not clear is how this might affect your insurance premiums.