Congress
Credit Extension (Editorial)
Congress shouldn’t shoot us all in the foot on health insurance tax credits. read more >
The Alarming Bankruptcy Trend (Editorial)
Can Congress enact a new Farm Bill, one that might address soaring farmer bankruptcies? read more >
Embrace the Gridlock (Hunter Field Editor’s Note)
The tariff debate, or lack thereof, is an instructive lesson in civics. read more >
by Hunter Field -
Health Care Costs & ABCBS (Editorial)
Rising health care costs now threaten the state’s biggest private company. read more >
![Sylvia C. Brown, in blue with megaphone, marched at a King Day eventin Hope. A social impact advocate and public policy strategist, she believes a Community Reinvestment Act update would benefit many Arkansans. [Steve lewis]](https://dqndh7utxx63f.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SylviaBrown4_opt-300x194.jpg)
Federal Lawsuit Delays New Community Reinvestment Act Rules, Leaving Banks in Limbo
Since Jimmy Carter signed it in 1977, the CRA has required federal agencies to review thousands of banks’ efforts to meet the credit needs of their communities, particularly low- and moderate-income areas. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
![U.S. Rep. French Hill has issued a list of 25 priorities to “Make Community Banking Great Again.” [photo provided]](https://dqndh7utxx63f.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/French_Hill404327545_902384757917406_8973079737088440338_n_opt-300x194.jpg)
Views From the Chair: French Hill’s Plans for Leading Financial Services Panel
U.S. Rep. French Hill, as chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, plans to reduce regulatory burdens for community banks while promoting innovation and transparency in finance. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
French Hill Talks Blockchain Legislation on Two Podcasts
Looking ahead to the 2024 elections, Hill said a Republican administration will “lean more favorably” toward the industry, but that regardless of the outcome, crypto will move forward. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
Congress Members Warned of Significant Health Data Breach
The FBI said it was aware of the incident and was assisting the investigation. read more >
by Associated Press -
Watchdog Sees ‘Light at The End of The Tunnel’ for The IRS
One reason for the optimism is the infusion of billions from the Democratic-powered legislation signed into law this summer. read more >
by Associated Press -
Congress Moves to Ban TikTok From US Government Devices
The requirements would apply to the executive branch — with exemptions for national security, law enforcement and research purposes — and don't appear to cover Congress, where a handful of lawmakers maintain TikTok accounts. read more >
by Associated Press -
Congress Votes to Avert Rail Strike Amid Dire Warnings
The Senate passed a bill to bind rail companies and workers to a proposed settlement, sending the legislation to President Biden. read more >
by Associated Press -
Biden Calls on Congress to Head Off Potential Rail Strike
"Let me be clear: a rail shutdown would devastate our economy," the president said in a statement. read more >
by Associated Press -
Business Groups Urge Congress to Block Potential Rail Strike
The business groups led by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, National Association of Manufacturers and National Retail Federation said even a short-term strike would have a tremendous impact and the economic pain would start to be felt even before the Dec. 9 strike deadline. read more >
by Associated Press -
Incumbent Republicans Keep Arkansas Congressional Seats
The state's GOP-dominated Legislature made keeping the congressional delegation totally Republican easier as it redrew district maps following the 2020 census. read more >
by Associated Press -
Bank CEOs Warn That US Economy Faces ‘Daunting’ Challenges
JPMorgan Chase's Jamie Dimon, Citigroup's Jane Fraser and other chief executives said the U.S. consumer is in good shape but faces threats from high inflation and rising interest rates. read more >
by Associated Press -
Bank CEOs Warn That US Economy Faces ‘Daunting’ Challenges
JPMorgan Chase's Jamie Dimon, Citigroup's Jane Fraser and other chief executives said the U.S. consumer is in good shape but faces threats from high inflation and rising interest rates. read more >
by Associated Press -
Putting Our Chips on The Table (Editorial)
We’d like to reward some vanishingly rare bipartisan political behavior. read more >
US Health Insurers Raise Rates to Match Increase in Usage
The rate increases come as Congress debates whether to extend financial help for consumers through the American Rescue Plan. read more >
by Associated Press -
Congress Seeks Compromise to Boost Computer Chip Industry
Two bills diverge on supply chain issues, trade, immigration and climate change, to name a few areas of disagreement. read more >
by Associated Press -
AP Sources: White House Seeks Another $30B for COVID Battle
The majority of the money would be spent on vaccines and treatments. read more >
by Associated Press -
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