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Budget Committee Passes Bill to Establish Fiscal Commission Despite Concerns Over Medicare and Social Security Funding

WASHINGTON, DC – The House Budget Committee advanced legislation on Thursday to establish a bipartisan fiscal commission with the goal of addressing the government’s budget issues. The bill was approved 22-12, with three Democrats joining Republicans in passing the measure. The proposed commission would be responsible for creating a report and drafting legislation aimed at improving the government’s fiscal condition. Despite the advancement of the legislation, concerns were raised about the potential impact on programs …

Interim Suspension: UT Austin Takes Action Against Palestine Solidarity Committee for Alleged Violation

Austin, Texas – The University of Texas at Austin has placed the Palestine Solidarity Committee on “interim suspension” following an event on campus that sparked conflict with law enforcement officers. The suspension was enforced due to the group’s alleged violation of institutional rules, as confirmed by university spokesperson Brian Davis. According to Davis, the decision to suspend the group temporarily does not extend to individual members, and the length of the suspension will be determined …

Healthcare Bill to Address Monopolization and Auditor Transparency Advances in House Public Health Committee

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana – The House Public Health Committee in Indiana has been very productive, advancing four bills related to healthcare, dentistry, mental health services, and the Indiana Department of Health. The largest bill, however, was not voted on as the committee’s chair, Rep. Brad Barrett, decided to hold off in order to allow for committee amendments before the next meeting. One of the bills discussed during the committee’s session borrowed much of its content from …

Medicaid Expansion Effort Narrowly Defeated in Georgia Senate Committee Hearing

Atlanta, Georgia – A last-minute proposal aiming to fully expand Medicaid was unexpectedly heard in a Senate committee on Thursday but was ultimately narrowly defeated, with the committee chairman, who allowed the hearing, making the deciding vote to set it aside. Negotiations also concluded on Thursday evening regarding a prominent health care bill that had the potential to include a full Medicaid expansion add-on. However, the bill ultimately ended at square one with the formation …

Republican Study Committee Budget Proposes Social Security and Medicare Overhaul Ahead of 2024 Election Battle

WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans recently unveiled a new budget plan that includes proposals to raise the retirement age for future Social Security beneficiaries and restructure Medicare. While unlikely to be implemented this year, the budget provides insight into the GOP’s governing priorities should they win the 2024 elections. These proposals set the stage for a potentially contentious battle between President Joe Biden and his opponents as he gears up for re-election. The budget, released …

Retirement Age Increase Proposed by Republican Study Committee Sparks Debate Over Social Security

Washington, D.C. – The Republican Study Committee (RSC), consisting of nearly 80% of all House Republicans, has put forth a budget proposal calling for an increase in the retirement age. The proposal aims to raise the retirement age for those not close to retirement in order to align with the increases in life expectancy. Specific details regarding this change were not outlined in the budget. In addition to the proposed increase in retirement age, the …

Republican National Committee Purges Dozens of Employees Chosen by Trump

Atlanta, Georgia – The Republican National Committee, newly led by a team handpicked by former President Donald Trump, has made significant changes within the organization. Approximately 60 employees have been relieved of their duties, including those in data, political, and communications positions. The abrupt firings took place under the direction of Chris LaCivita, a senior Trump adviser, who had been critical of the RNC’s staff and had been planning changes for some time. Some contractors …

eHealth Adds Former Congresswoman Herrera Beutler to Public Policy Advisory Committee

AUSTIN, Texas – eHealth, Inc. (NASDAQ: EHTH) announced today that former US House of Representatives member Jaime Herrera Beutler has joined its Public Policy Advisory Committee. The committee, comprised of experts in health policy, aims to provide valuable insights on improving healthcare practices at both state and federal levels. Herrera Beutler represented Washington’s Third District from 2011 to 2023, focusing on children’s healthcare issues and serving on key subcommittees during her tenure. With her extensive …

Healthcare Challenges in Rural Pennsylvania Addressed by State Policy Committee

Monongahela, Pennsylvania – The Pennsylvania Senate’s Majority Policy Committee, chaired by Sen. Scott Hutchinson, delved into the pressing issues surrounding rural healthcare during a recent meeting in Monongahela. The discussion, held at Penn Highlands Mon Valley Hospital on February 14, aimed to address the unique challenges faced by rural communities in Pennsylvania. Senator Hutchinson emphasized the importance of finding sustainable solutions to enhance healthcare accessibility for residents in these areas. With approximately one-third of Pennsylvania’s …

Social Security Income Tax Phase-Out Proposed by Gov. Jim Justice Advances in House Finance Committee

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia’s House Finance Committee has advanced a bill that would phase out the personal income tax on Social Security over three years, in response to Gov. Jim Justice’s proposal. The committee leaders aim to provide a tax break for seniors while exercising caution regarding the state’s budget. House Finance Chair Vernon Criss, R-Wood, highlighted the importance of phasing in tax cuts as a matter of prudence. He emphasized the need to …