Congress could make FAA boost size of seats, legroom on airplanes
The Federal Aviation Administration would be required to set new minimum requirements fo.....»»
Congress takes aim at shrinking seats, legroom on airplanes
The Federal Aviation Administration would be required to set new minimum requirements for seats on airplanes under legislation to be considered in the House this week, possibly giving passengers a break from ever-shrinking legroom and cramped quarters......»»
Congress takes aim at issue of shrinking seats, legroom on airplanes - Minnesota Public Radio News
Minnesota Public Radio NewsCongress takes aim at issue of shrinking seats, legroom on airplanesMinnesota Public Radio NewsThe Federal Aviat.....»»
Congress Just Voted To Regulate the Size of Airline Seats (Here"s the Catch)
It's quite a catch......»»
Congress Is Addressing Cramped Airplane Seats This Week, an Irritating Issue on Both Sides of the Aisle
They want more legroom, too. Legislation being considered in the House this week could require the Federal Aviation Administration to provide larger seats and more l.....»»
Congress may push for more legroom on planes
FBN’s Hillary Vaughn discusses how Congress may order the Federal Aviation Administration to establish new minimum requirements for seats on planes......»»
India’s Modi vows to boost social spending, make country into a manufacturing hub ahead of election
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday vowed to boost social spending, develop inf.....»»
It pays to leave Congress: Democrat who resigned mid-term is getting a $131,000 pay bump to run a performing arts center
Even when they're not taking a cushy lobbying or consulting gig, members of Congress know they can make way more outside the halls of power. Former Rep. Brian Higgins resign.....»»
There"s a simple way Congress can make birth control easier to access and improve women"s health
Women face too .....»»
Biden could boost food stamps 20%, even without Congress. Here’s how.
An obscure U.S. Department of Agriculture shopping list used to determine food stamp benefits, known as the market basket, is under review. The value of the basket hasn’t been increased, other than adjustments for inflation, f.....»»
Oil ends higher as U.S., Iran reportedly make little progress toward reviving a nuclear deal
Oil futures ended higher on Tuesday, getting a boost as economic data from China hinted at better prospects for energy demand. Meanwhile, discussions in Vienna aimed at bringing the .....»»
3 reasons why family office investment into opportunity zones is set to increase in 2021
In 2018, Congress began allowing investors to make a choice about whether to pay tax on the sale of appreciated assets, or to defer that tax by reinvesting into distressed U.S. census tracts dubbed “opportunity zones” (OZ). Investment in OZ busi.....»»
I took 3 flights on Delta this year and it"s still my favorite airline to fly during the pandemic, but there are some improvements it should make to keep up with competitors
Delta leads the pack by blocking middle seats through April but onboard service is lagging, especially in the premium cabins. .....»»
China"s plans to boost military spending may make its neighbors even more uneasy
Chinese defense funding will reach US$209 billion in 2021, and Premier Li Keqiang says the military will get a training boost. .....»»
Opinion: Is now the time to make a large gift?
As a result of the election, a new Congress and administration, many taxpayers are wondering about potential changes to taxes. Three experts with Stoel Rives LLP weigh in......»»
Biden team hopes to make 2021 infrastructure year with major package to boost US roads, bridges
President Joe Biden and lawmakers are laying the groundwork for another top legislative priority — a long-sought boost to the nation’s roads, bridges and other infrastructure that could run into Republican resistance to .....»»
Hasbro is dropping the "Mr." from its Potato Head toys because "culture has evolved," and it"s angering critics who say "woke imbeciles are destroying the world"
The decision was based on the way toddlers play with the toys: they often make families with the Potato Heads, and not all families look the same. Life-size versions of the toys formerly known as Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head. Rich Polk/Getty Ima.....»»
I flew Southwest for the first time since it stopped blocking middle seats. The friendly service didn"t make up for inconsistent social-distancing practices.
Southwest was an early adopter of the popular seat-blocking policy but began filling planes to capacity in December. Flying on Southwest .....»»
Marjorie Taylor Greene faces a "bloodbath" of a reelection race in 2022 - if she isn"t expelled from Congress first, district organizers say
Rep. Greene is up for reelection in 2022, and her recent actions make her a target for Democrats and Republicans alike. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Sarah Silbiger/Reuters Rep. Marjorie Taylor.....»»
Cannabis Watch: Cannabis stocks rally after Chuck Schumer leads drive for reforms that may end federal prohibition
Cannabis stocks were mostly higher Tuesday after three Democratic senators led by Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said they would make reform legislation a key priority in the current Congress, bolstering hopes for an end to federal prohibition......»»
A veteran in Congress asked the military to make sure troops deploying to Biden"s inauguration are not sympathetic to domestic terrorists after Capitol siege
Two other veterans in Congress demanded .....»»