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Repeal: Arizona Governor Signs Bill to Overturn 1864 Abortion Ban

Phoenix, Arizona – Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs of Arizona has taken a significant step in protecting reproductive healthcare by signing a bill to repeal a Civil War-era ban on most abortions. This historic move marks the beginning of a larger fight to ensure reproductive rights in the state. The 1864 law, reinstated by the state Supreme Court, will be repealed after 90 days following the end of the legislative session. Advocates for abortion rights are …

AFGE Advocates for Repeal of Unfair Social Security Regulations

Washington, D.C. – The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is advocating for the repeal of what it deems as unfair social security rules. The organization is pushing for changes to policies that they believe are negatively impacting federal employees. One major issue AFGE is focusing on is the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO). These rules can reduce the Social Security benefits of federal employees who also receive a pension …

Arizona House Passes Repeal of Controversial Abortion Ban

Phoenix, Arizona – In a historic move, the Arizona House of Representatives successfully passed a bill repealing a 1864 law that nearly bans all abortions in the state, except in cases to save the life of the mother. This marks the third attempt to repeal the law in as many weeks, as previous attempts were blocked by Republican opposition. The bill passed by a narrow margin of 32-28, with some Republican state representatives breaking ranks …

Arizona House Passes Repeal of 1864 Abortion Ban, Moves to Senate

Phoenix, Arizona – The Arizona House, controlled by Republicans, voted on Wednesday to repeal an 1864 abortion law that would have banned nearly all abortions, forwarding the measure to the state Senate. The state Senate is scheduled to consider the law on May 1, with the 1864 law slated to take effect on June 8, superseding the current 15-week abortion ban. In a contentious session, three Republicans defied GOP House Speaker Ben Toma in a …

Repeal: Understanding the Impact of Social Security Tax Legislation

Orlando, Florida – Lawmakers in Congress are currently considering a bill that could have significant implications for the future of Social Security taxes. The proposed legislation aims to repeal the taxes imposed on Social Security benefits, a move that has sparked debates among policymakers and experts. If the bill is passed, it could potentially alleviate the financial burden on retirees who rely on Social Security as their primary source of income. However, opponents argue that …

Abortion Ban Repeal Effort Blocked by Arizona GOP in Tense Legislative Showdown

Phoenix, Arizona – In a divisive move on Wednesday, Arizona state House Republicans stood firm against pressure from prominent conservatives to overturn a ban on abortion. This decision underscores the ongoing rift within the GOP on the issue, with Democrats poised to capitalize on the divide. During a heated session, state House Democrats attempted to push for a repeal of the ban through a procedural maneuver. However, their efforts were swiftly quashed by the Republican …

Abortion Ban Repeal Stifled in Arizona Legislature Sparks Outcry of “Shame!”

Phoenix, Arizona – The Arizona Legislature erupted into chaos on Wednesday as Republican lawmakers swiftly shut down discussions on a proposed repeal of the state’s newly revived 1864 law that criminalizes abortion throughout pregnancy, with exceptions only if a woman’s life is at risk. The state’s Supreme Court recently cleared the way for the enforcement of this pre-statehood law. Amid the mounting pressure from Democrats and some Republicans, including former President Donald Trump, Arizona abortion …

Repeal of the Affordable Care Act Looms as Trump Focuses on Campaign Promise

Washington, DC – As the countdown to the next presidential election begins, former President Donald Trump, presumed to be the Republican candidate, is once again focusing on a familiar campaign promise: the repeal of the Affordable Care Act. Trump’s recent resurgence in his calls to “terminate” the ACA has raised concerns about the future of American healthcare and the financial security of millions of families. Critics have dismissed Trump’s threats as empty, but the impact …

Healthcare Fight Over: McConnell Downplays Trump’s Push to Repeal Affordable Care Act

Washington, D.C. – Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell from Kentucky cast doubt on former President Trump’s recent remarks about a potential effort to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act. McConnell stated that the battle over the healthcare law appears to be mostly settled, suggesting that the Affordable Care Act, commonly known as ObamaCare, will likely remain in place for the foreseeable future. He refrained from directly commenting on Trump’s policy agenda, indicating that Republicans …

West Virginia Senate Poised to Repeal Income Tax on Social Security Checks

CHARLESTON, West Virginia – West Virginians are anticipating the possibility of significant tax cuts, particularly for those collecting Social Security. The state currently imposes an income tax on these individuals, a practice not common in most states. However, there’s a potential for change on the horizon as the West Virginia Legislature considers repealing this tax. As it stands, 50,000 retirees in the state are affected by this tax, which adds up each year. Forty states, …