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The Week on the Hill — June 26, 2020

The House’s historic vote to approve legislation that would make D.C. the nation’s 51st state is a significant victory for supporters of statehood. It’s the first time either chamber of Congress has approved such a bill. But D.C. still faces significant hurdles in the quest to get votes in the House and Senate.

Emergency guide: What you should do to prepare for emergencies

WASHINGTON — Do you know what you'd do if an emergency hits? What if you're at work, your spouse is stuck in traffic and your children are in school? There's no way to plan for every emergency, but you can make sure you're prepared for different scenarios, including making a plan for your family and building a kit of emergency supplies.
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