Articles Index
US House of Representatives Agenda
Summary of the daily scheduled activities of the U.S. House of Representatives
Senate Agenda
Summary of the daily scheduled activities of the U.S. Senate
Impeachment: The Unthinkable Process
The process of impeachment of the President of the United States.
Federal Regulations
Federal regulations and the federal rulemaking process.
Presidential Appointments: No Senate Required
High-level presidential appointments that do not require Senate approval.
More Information About the President’s Cabinet
Information About the President’s Cabinet
Congressional Allowances
Along with salaries and benefits, members of the US Congress get certain allowances in support of their duties.
Salaries and Benefits of US Congress Members
Salaries and benefits paid to Members of the US Congress
Food Stamps – How to Apply for Food Stamps
Details on the federal Food Stamp program, now called the SNAP or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and how to apply for benefits.
About the Freedom of Information Act
Describes the U.S. Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), what documents may and may not be requested, and how to request documents under the Freedom of Information Act.
Do You Need a Federal Tax ID Number?
The government form you're feverishly filling out has a blank demanding your business's "Federal Tax ID Number" or "Employer Identification Number (EIN)." Unfortunately, you don't have one. What is a federal tax ID number, does your business even need one, and how do you get it?
Congressional Majority and Minority Leaders and Whips
The roles of the majority and minority leaders and whips in the U.S. Congress.
Federal Funding for Child Welfare
Despite billions in federal funding, many states struggle to meet their child welfare needs, the GAO reports.
Presidential Pay and Compensation
Pay and Compensation of the President of the United States
How to Order Greetings From the White House
The White House will send greeting cards signed by the President of the United States to commemorate special events, accomplishments or milestones free of charge to U.S. citizens. To request a greeting card from the President, just follow these guidelines from the White House Greetings Office.
Budget Deficit History
Find out what the U.S. budget deficit was by year. See how much more the government spends than it takes in every year. Learn which years the federal government actually ran a surplus.
Anti-Telemarketing List Now Open for Registration
Consumers who do not want to receive telemarketing calls can now place their phone numbers on the national "do not call list," a step federal officials say should drastically reduce their number of unwanted calls.
How To Make A Telemarketing Complaint
The Federal Communication Commission has released detailed information outlining specific steps consumer should take if they have put their names on the National Do-Not-Call Registry and are called by telemarketers on or after October 1, 2003. It provides information about when there is a violation of the FCC do-not-call rules, and specifics about how to file a complaint.
About Time! Daylight Saving, That Is
About daylight saving time. Dates to set clocks and the history of daylight saving time.
The President’s Cabinet
Departments and Secretaries of the President’s Cabinet Agencies
Jacob J. 'Jack' Lew Secretary of the Treasury
Biography of Jacob J. "Jack" Lew, U.S. Secretary of the Treasury
GAO Warns Climate Change Could Drain Federal Budget
The federal government is not prepared to deal with potential financial losses resulting from climate change, the GAO reports.
Presidential Retirement Benefits
Presidential retirement benefits were non-existent until the enactment of the Former Presidents Act (FPA) in 1958. Since then, presidential retirement benefits have included a lifetime annual pension, staff and office allowances, travel expenses, civil service protection and more.
Chuck Hagel: Secretary of Defense
Biography of Chuck Hagel, U.S. Secretary of Defense and former U.S. Senator.
Leon E. Panetta
Biography of Leon E. Panetta 23rd U.S. Secretary of Defense