Legislative Update for June 8, 2012

Polls are showing that women do not buy this so-called “war on women.” Women aren’t only concerned with women’s issues but care deeply about all of the issues that impact all Americans.

Legislative Update for April 6, 2012

Even though Congress was not in session, and it was Good Friday and the beginning of Passover, 72 representatives sent a letter to President Obama urging him to sign the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA) executive order for federal contractors.

Legislative Update for March 9, 2012

As we approach the second anniversary of ObamaCare, we are constantly reminded why full repeal of this government takeover of our healthcare is necessary.

Legislative Update: February 7, 2012

Nancy Keenan, president of NARAL Pro-Choice America, said the HHS contraceptive mandate decision means that “millions will get access to contraception, and they will not have to ask their bosses for permission.”

Legislation Update as of January 25

CWA members and state leaders saw the profound change in the environment on Capitol Hill since last November’s elections and were encouraged.

Lame Duck Legislative Update

The House and Senate returned to Washington this week to choose leadership for the next session and help newly elected members get settled.

Legislation Update: Week of November 8

Word on the street is that there are upwards of 2,000 Democratic staffers now trying to find jobs, and prospective Republican staffers are sending in hundreds of resumes to new offices. Walk into any of the dozens of affected Democratic offices, and you’ll see moving boxes scattered all over the place.

Legislation Update: Week of September 6

The Concerned Women for America Legislation Department, however, is meeting with staffers still in D.C. to strategize and discuss what might happen once Congress reconvenes next week.