lawmakers

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If an agreement isn’t reached before August, when lawmakers take an extended break, the chances of the bill becoming law this year could plummet.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

The remaining 27 lawmakers were absent or abstained.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Some centrist Labour lawmakers want Wes Streeting to stand.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Jain will also lead regulatory affairs for the largest U.S. prediction market at a time when lawmakers in Washington, D.C. are calling for tighter rules around the booming industry.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Incensed local lawmakers responded with monuments to legislative creativity.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand