WASHINGTON, March 31 -- Rep. Jeb Hensarling, R-Texas, has introduced legislation (H.R. 4889) to "establish a term certain for the conservatorships of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, to provide conditions for continued operation of such enterprises, and to provide for the wind down of such operations and the dissolution of such enterprises." The bill was introduced on March 19 and has 14 co-sponsors. The legislation was referred to the House Financial Services Committee. *** Hind Sabi  more

WASHINGTON, March 31 -- Rep. Ike Skelton, D-Mo., has introduced legislation (H.R. 4887) to "ensure that health coverage provided by the Department of Defense is treated as minimal essential coverage." The bill was introduced on March 19 and has 18 co-sponsors. The legislation was referred to the House Ways and Means Committee. *** Hind Sabir is a Targeted News Service writer based in Texas.  more