Triggers

Tax Triggers Tied to West Virginia Pay Raises and Social Security Cuts

CHARLESTON, West Virginia – Negotiations are underway in the West Virginia Legislature to finalize the budget before the end of the session on Saturday. The state Senate has introduced amendments to House Bill 4883, which focuses on increasing the annual salaries of certain state employees, including teachers, school service personnel, and West Virginia State Police troopers and employees. Originally, Governor Jim Justice proposed a 5% pay raise for these employees, costing over $80 million. However, …

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Doctors Strike in South Korea Triggers “Severe” Public Health Alert

Following a recent strike by 8,400 doctors in South Korea, the public health alert has been raised to “severe” for the first time in the country. The strike was initiated in protest of the government’s proposal to increase the number of trainee medics. The walkout has already begun to impact medical services, with major general hospitals forced to cancel up to 50% of operations and turn away patients seeking emergency care. The doctors are protesting …

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Healthcare Workplace Violence: Rising Risk Triggers State Mandates for Comprehensive Policies

Austin, Texas – Healthcare facilities across the nation are facing a growing concern as statistics show that healthcare workers are five times more likely to experience workplace violence than workers in other industries. This alarming trend has only intensified in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, prompting legislative responses and calls for comprehensive workplace violence policies. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has identified violence in healthcare settings as a significant occupational risk, signaling the …

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Atmospheric River in SoCal Triggers Major Flooding and Power Outages, Forecasting Dangerous Conditions

Los Angeles, California – The National Weather Service issued a warning about a dangerous storm approaching Southern California. The storm, known as an atmospheric river, poses major risks to life and property, including the threat of substantial flooding. The storm brought hurricane-force winds to northern California, with gusts reaching nearly 90mph before the storm’s full force hit the state. Anticipating weeks of rainfall, forecasters predicted up to 15 inches of rain in Los Angeles by …

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