Montgomery County Council is holding public hearings on Nov 4 & 18 for budget and policy discussions, including the HERO Act and policing data bill changes. Public participation is encouraged, with accessible options provided.

The Montgomery County Council's PHP Committee will discuss the delay in residential development and consider Timberlawn for historic preservation. The PS Committee will focus on courthouse security and the protection of nonprofits from hate crimes.

Montgomery County collaborates with cities and the Sports Advisory Committee to endorse the Children's Bill of Rights in Sports, aiming to create nurturing sports environments for youths.

Oregon Senators Wyden and Merkley urge the USDA to quickly release November SNAP benefits, citing concerns over delayed processing and potential impacts on food security.

Senators Wyden and Merkley joined a letter urging Trump to maintain opposition to Israel's annexation of West Bank territories, emphasizing the need for a two-state solution and peace negotiations.

Republican officials highlighted the impact of the government shutdown on aviation safety and air traffic controllers working without pay at a press conference. They urged a resolution to the funding standoff.

Senator Katie Britt discussed the government shutdown's impact on Alabama, highlighting the struggles of furloughed workers and small business owners in need of federal services.

Oregon Senators Wyden and Merkley urge the USDA to release funds to ensure uninterrupted SNAP benefits, noting the potential impact on over 750,000 Oregonians. They seek use of contingency funds to prevent a benefits gap due to financial strain.

Transportation Secretary Duffy highlights the impact of the government shutdown on American aviation, with air traffic controllers unpaid and holiday travel potentially disrupted.

Pilot unions urge Congress to pass a resolution to end the government shutdown and fund federal workers, including air traffic controllers, as aviation safety could be jeopardized by the impasse.

Democrats criticize the Republican-led shutdown for targeting vulnerable groups, with Whip Katherine Clark highlighting the human cost and urging negotiations to end the crisis.

U.S. senators, led by Maria Cantwell, urge the USDA to release funds to ensure SNAP benefits continue beyond October 31, highlighting the risk of increased hunger due to policy changes.

Reps. Lawler and Vindman introduce the Organic Science and Research Investment Act to boost organic farming through expanded research and USDA coordination.