Government

Exxon Mobil Corp. is convinced its interpretation of intent in a Guyanese oil contract signed a decade ago will prevail in a landmark arbitration case against Chevron Corp.

WASHINGTON — Congress approved a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills early on March 23 just a few hours after funding for some key federal agencies was set to expire.

Rep. Kevin Kiley is among a contingent of lawmakers advancing a congressional maneuver that would pause enforcement of a federal employee classification rule that affects truck drivers.

A proposed law with sweeping changes to curb predatory towing practices in Florida has moved from the state Legislature to Gov. Ron DeSantis' desk.

WASHINGTON — U.S. port leaders say the permitting and government review process to get projects approved needs to be improved.

U.S. manufacturing activity expanded by the most since mid-2022 as production and factory employment growth accelerated along with measures of inflation.

WASHINGTON — The number of Americans signing up for unemployment benefits fell slightly last week, another sign that the labor market remains strong and most workers enjoy job security.

Legislation meant to expedite commercial drivers’ applications for security credentials was recently introduced by a bipartisan group of senators.

WASHINGTON — Federal Reserve officials kept their benchmark interest rate unchanged but signaled March 20 that they still expect to cut their key interest rate three times in 2024.

The Biden administration on March 20 announced new emissions standards for automobiles and light- and medium-duty pickup trucks.