Tag: Legislation

Senate passes bill forcing TikTok's parent company to sell or face ban, sends to Biden for signature

WASHINGTON -- The Senate passed legislation Tuesday that would force TikTok’s China-based parent company to sell the social media platform under the threat...

The House votes for possible TikTok ban in the US, but don't expect the app to go away anytime soon

WASHINGTON -- The House passed legislation Saturday that would ban TikTok in the United States if the popular social media platform's China-based owner...

Legislation that could force a TikTok ban revived as part of House foreign aid package

WASHINGTON -- Legislation that could ban TikTok in the U.S. if its China-based owner doesn’t sell its stake won a major boost late...

Who owns businesses in California? A lawmaker wants the public to know

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- A California lawmaker wants to require business owners and landlords to disclose their identities under legislation aimed at cracking down...

The Biden administration recruits 15 states to help enforce airline consumer laws

The Biden administration is enlisting the help of officials in 15 states to enforce consumer-protection laws covering airline travelers, a power that by...

Weedkiller manufacturer seeks lawmakers' help to squelch claims it failed to warn about cancer

DES MOINES, Iowa -- Stung by paying billions of dollars for settlements and trials, chemical giant Bayer has been lobbying lawmakers in three...