Country of Origin Labeling Still Under Scrutiny

The U.S. House is expected to consider repealing Country of Origin Labeling.

Labor Disruption Compromise Found

The Pacific Maritime Association and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union have ratified a new five year contract after nearly 10 months of labor slowdowns.

Volume Obligation Proposal Meeting Opposition

There will be no court action against the Environmental Protection Agency’s volume obligation proposal until the rule is finalized.

House Ag Subcommittee Hears of Financial Concerns

Minnesota Farm Bureau President, Kevin Paap, testified in front of the House Ag Subcommittee.

Larson Reviews Session

The Nebraska Unicameral wrapped up the 2015 session last week by passing a budget, then overriding the Governor’s veto of the death penalty repeal.

Feds End EB5 Investigation

The FBI and the US Attorney’s office in South Dakota have decided not to further pursue any investigation of the EB-5 visa program in the state.

Thune Introduces Pollution Bill

South Dakota Senator John Thune introduced the Clean Air, Strong Economies (CASE) Act, at a hearing before the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW).

University Funding Debated

Iowa legislators began to take votes on key pieces of their state budget plan this week, with the House approving…

Chemicals In Minnesota Waters

Minnesota’s lakes and rivers contain pharmaceutical drugs and chemicals, according to a new follow-up study by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.

Watch Out For Deer

Motorists in Iowa might not think of June as being a high-risk time for running into deer.