Metro East Sun

Kirk introduces bill to reduce government waste

By Mark Payne | Nov 21, 2015

The Government Transformation Act has been created in an effort to reduce inefficiency and waste in the United States government.

Bost votes in favor of additional scrutiny for refugees

By Mark Payne | Nov 21, 2015

Rep. Mike Bost (R-IL) and most House Republicans joined 47 House Democrats to vote for H.R. 4038 -- the American Security Against Foreign Enemies Act -- that will require more stringent screening and background checks of Iraqi and Syrian refugees who wish to be admitted into the United States.

Durbin joins senators in letter about gun safety to comptroller

By Mark Payne | Nov 20, 2015

Gun safety, as well as gun safety in the home, is a top priority for several U.S. senators who want to assess the effectiveness of public health programs on the issue.