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Texas lawmakers try to retroactively shield health care providers from Covid-19 lawsuits
Texas lawmakers are attempting to shield health care providers and first responders from Covid-19 lawsuits. But legal experts question whether the legislature can implement a retroactive statute. Senate Bill 6 would require a plaintiff to demons.....»»
Senators pass bill to boost mental health care access
Massachusetts would move closer to fulfilling the vision of a 20-year-old state law requiring parity in care for mental health under a bill the Senate unanimously adopted Thursday......»»
$4.5 Billion Border Aid Bill Sets Up Showdown With Republican-Led Senate
The House passed a $4.5 billion emergency border aid package to care for thousands of migrant families an.....»»
Public option, single-payer bills combined in Oregon Legislature
A bill to nudge Oregon toward a single-payer-universal health care system not only is alive, but will be heard before a Ways and Means subcommittee this week, the bill’s sponsor said. Sen. James Manning, a Democrat from Eugene, said Senate Bill 7.....»»
Patient groups renew fight to ban midyear drug-coverage changes
Supporters of a state bill to prohibit health plans from changing what The proposal passed in the Assembly in each of the past four years but not in the Republican-run Senate. But with Democrats&…;... To view the full story, click the title link......»»
BBQ and Bill Frist highlight Nashville"s latest Inc. 5000 honorees
Two of the three fastest-growing Nashville businesses on the latest Inc. 5000 list share two bonds besides that rapid expansion: They are health care companies with ties to former U.S. Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist. But the fastest-growing co.....»»
Universal health care in Oregon? 40 Senate Dems back ambitious bill
The plan, backed by 40 Democratic legislators, would eventually replace private health insurance......»»
Georgia Senate passes Medicaid waiver bill
The Republican-controlled Georgia Senate voted along party lines Tuesday to authorize GOP Gov. Brian Kemp to seek a federal waiver to expand Medicaid coverage in Georgia outside of the Affordable Care Act......»»
Anti-Asian hate-crime bill passes Senate 94-1, with only Republican Sen. Josh Hawley voting against it
In a remarkable show of bipartisanship, the bill passed the Senate 94-1. It addresses the spike in violence against Asian Americans. Republican Sen. Josh Hawley of Missouri. Erin Schaff/Pool via REUTERS Only on.....»»
Anti-Asian hate crime bill passes Senate in a 94-1 vote, with only Republican Sen. Josh Hawley voting against it
In a remarkable show of bipartisanship, the bill passed the Senate in a 94-1 vote. It addresses the spike in violence against Asian Americans. Sen. Josh Hawley (.....»»
Arkansas becomes first state to pass bill prohibiting doctors from providing gender-affirming medical care to trans youth
The state Senate voted 28-7 in favor of the bill Monday; the state House previously passed a version. It now goes to the governor for signature. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst Arkansas passed a bill prohibit.....»»
Cannabis banking reform introduced in U.S. Senate, with some Republican support
Cannabis banking reform is in the lawmaking hopper in the U.S. Senate, as it is in the the House, after introduction Tuesday of a bill sponsored by Oregon Democrat Jeff Merkley and Montana Republican Steve Daines. A version of the Secure and Fair Enfor.....»»
How Obamacare Survived Trump and What Biden Is Doing Now
The U.S. health-care law known as Obamacare spent its first decade dodging a series of existential risks. By a single vote in the Senate, the law survived a repeal attempt in 2017 pushed by President Donald Trump. Joe Biden’s arrival in the Whi.....»»
McConnell just ruled out any Republican support for tax hikes to pay for a Biden infrastructure package
Mitch McConnell's comments set the stage for Democrats to bypass the GOP on a follow-up economic recovery bill, similar to the stimulus. Senate Minority Leader Mitch.....»»
: McConnell warns of tax hikes in a ‘Trojan horse’ infrastructure bill
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell said Tuesday Democrats will use a planned infrastructure bill to also pass tax hikes using a process that would keep Republicans from being able to stop it in the Senate......»»
Florida combines health and business liability bills
Major legislation intended to shield businesses and health care providers from lawsuits related to Covid-19 is headed to the full Senate after a panel merged two bills into one lengthy proposal......»»
The House passed a police reform bill named for George Floyd that would ban choke holds and "qualified immunity" for officers
The bill, which is supported by President Biden, heads to the Senate where it needs at least 10 Republican votes to become law. Protest against racia.....»»
Stimulus check updates: COVID-19 relief bill includes expansion of health care coverage, $1,400 checks for many, increase to $15 federal minimum wage
Democrats in Congress plan to use the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill to advance President Joe Biden’s camp.....»»
GOP Sen. Tommy Tuberville doubled down on Capitol riot timeline, saying he told Trump that Pence had been evacuated from the Senate chamber
"The tweet and lack of response suggest President Trump did not care that Vice President Pence was endangered," GOP Sen. Bill Cassi.....»»
The Senate voted to progress Biden"s $1.9 trillion COVID-19 stimulus in an all-night session where VP Harris was the tiebreaker
The budget resolution approved Friday morning means President Joe Biden can pass his stimulus bill with no Republican support if negotiations fail. Vice President Kamala Harris a.....»»