Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Bipartisan PLAN Act Aims to Strengthen School Safety Through State-Based Centers
The legislation would provide grants to establish or expand expert-led state school safety centers, offering districts customized consulting on evidence-based prevention strategies.
The Surprising Gift Strong Fathers Give Their Kids
A personal essay explores how physical fitness and paternal capability connect to family stewardship, faith, and long-term parental presence.
Commentary on Fatherless Homes Sparks Debate Over Male Role Models and Youth Development
The piece, which argues that absent fathers contribute to struggles among young men, has drawn both agreement from those citing similar experiences and criticism from those who say it overlooks systemic factors.
Colleges Report Rise in Students Arriving Without Basic Reading Skills, Raising Questions About Academic Standards and AI Use
Faculty at multiple institutions say freshmen increasingly struggle with comprehension tasks once expected of middle schoolers, prompting debate over preparation gaps and institutional responsibility.
Quantum Space IPO Could Benefit From Experienced Leadership, Analyst Says
Former NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine brings government contacts and aerospace expertise as company prepares Ranger spacecraft for 2027 test flight.
Fertilizer Prices Jump 40% as Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Squeeze Farmers, Consumers
The commodity, which makes up nearly half of wheat operating costs, has spiked sharply since the Iran War cut access to a critical shipping route.
Fertilizer Prices Jump 40% Amid Iran Conflict, Raising Alarm over Food Costs
The Strait of Hormuz disruption has cut off roughly 30% of global fertilizer supplies, with the UN World Food Program warning of devastating impacts on crop yields for months to come.
Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program Launches in July With $50 Monthly Copay
The 18-month demonstration will provide weight management medications to Medicare beneficiaries who currently lack coverage options.
Congress Is Finally Set to Pass a Housing Bill: Here's What It Would Do
The bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act represents the first major federal effort in three decades to address housing supply shortages through regulatory reform.
Several Candidates for Massachusetts Statewide Offices Accused of Submitting Fake Signatures
The Massachusetts Democratic Party has accused Republican candidates Michael Walsh and Anne Manning Martin of knowingly submitting fraudulent signatures to qualify for the September primary ballot.