This Week in Healthcare — Washington (#21, 2026) No US federal agency announcements this week; extensive Congressional bill activity; upcoming committee hearings on transparency, veterans’ care, locum tenens;
This Week in Freight & Transport — Washington (#21, 2026) White House strengthens customs enforcement, sets new metal tariffs, expands maritime policy; FTA amends oversight rules, CBP extends cargo reporting requirements; legislative activity on postal delivery, heavy truck tax, and rail route.
This Week in Higher Ed — Washington (#21, 2026) Trump Executive Orders reshape federal AI policy; new federal grant competitions for student success and accessibility; Congressional bills target student loans, FAFSA fraud, and academic partnerships.
This Week in Hospitality & Retail — Washington (#21, 2026) CDC proposes Ebola entry screening data collection for U.S. travelers; TSA updates PreCheck ID and identity processes; DOT seeks transit service quality feedback; No major Canadian or U.S. state-level government news reported.
This Week in Tribal Affairs — Washington (#21, 2026) NAGPRA repatriation notices advance across California, New Mexico, Michigan, and Ohio; Census of Tribal Law Enforcement Agencies comment period opens; Congressional hearings on Paiute, San Manuel, and regulatory reform bills scheduled.
This Week in Mining — Washington (#21, 2026) White House adjusts tariffs on metals imports; NRC grants exemption for uranium transport; BOEM renews OCS minerals info collection; MSHA updates mine operator forms; NOAA announces seabed mining hearing.
This Week in Social Issues — Washington (#21, 2026) Congress advances appropriations and child care oversight; new bills address special education, workforce participation, fraud prevention, and public health in rural communities.