Policy · 116th Congress
Nurses’ union makes plea for supplies, COVID-19 tests
The second-largest nurses’ union is calling for more emergency supplies and COVID-19 tests, as health care providers worry about care on the front lines.
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Policy · 116th Congress
Trump endorses stock buyback restrictions for bailout money
The president said he doesn't want companies using bailout money to buy back shares and complained about that practice after the 2017 tax cut.
Policy · 116th Congress
Stimulus education plan prompts calls for more direct aid
The GOP coronavirus aid package has education provisions to shield students and borrowers from financial consequences, but should go farther, critics say
Policy · 116th Congress
States, schools work on health worker shortage due to virus
Half of the U.S. residents exposed to confirmed COVID-19 cases were health care workers, according to CDC data issued last week.
Policy · 116th Congress
FDA walks back Trump claims on COVID-19 drugs
Commissioner Stephen Hahn said the agency hoped that drugs already approved for other uses might be safe and effective in treating the novel coronavirus.
Policy · 116th Congress
GOP stimulus bill would give DeVos authority to defer student loan payments, extend flexibility to schools
It includes numerous provisions aimed at shielding students and student loan holders during the coronavirus pandemic, but does not forgive debt.
Policy · 116th Congress
Mental health care adapts to telehealth because of COVID-19
Mental health care adapts to telehealth because of COVID-19 - Coronavirus
Policy · 116th Congress
GOP bill backstops money market funds, aids small firms’ costs
The Senate Republicans' proposal would offer loans to small businesses that would be forgiven if they are used to meet payroll costs.
Policy · 116th Congress
Big Supreme Court opinions could come amid coronavirus outbreak
The Supreme Court is closed to the press and public, but the justices are still at work behind closed doors on some blockbuster opinions.
Policy · 116th Congress
ICE scales back immigration arrests amid coronavirus outbreak
Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced that, due to COVID-19, it would only target those who present public safety risks or have criminal records.
Policy · 116th Congress
DOE moves to fill reserves as oil prices plummet
DOE moves to fill reserves as oil prices plummet - Coronavirus
Policy · 116th Congress
Murray, others urge sick leave in future coronavirus bill
The Washington senator and others said the next relief legislation must have such provisions in order to win Democratic support.
Policy · 116th Congress
‘Shutdown of travel’ seen as White House, Congress plan rescues
Wednesday brought a new wave of announcements from the transportation sector as airports warned of defaults on bonds and automakers suspended operations
Policy · 116th Congress
Business group finds coronavirus disrupting supplies in South China
An American-Chinese business group says the supply disruptions in South China caused by the coronavirus could last longer than the pandemic itself.
Policy · 116th Congress
Nurses, doctors exposed to COVID-19 who miss work may lose their job under aid bill
Hospitals, and other facilities could deny leave to nurses and other workers, even if they’re exposed, because of coronavirus-related emergencies.
Policy · 116th Congress
In memo, Rep. Maxine Waters lists stimulus priorities, ignoring industries
Monthly payments to most individuals are among the ideas listed in the House Financial Services chairwoman's informal proposal
Policy · 116th Congress
Hospitals ask for money as officials urge delays in elective procedures
Hospitals ask for money as officials urge delays in elective procedures - Coronavirus
Policy · 116th Congress
Trump announces more border closures to combat coronavirus
Trump announces more border closures to combat coronavirus - Coronavirus
Policy · 116th Congress
Concerns grow about coronavirus spreading in prisons
Criminal justice and civil rights groups want the government to take action to protect the COVID-19 virus from spreading to the nation’s jails and prisons.
Policy · 116th Congress
Public health experts worry about spread of COVID-19 misinformation
Some worry that false or even dangerous information about what can protect individuals during the global pandemic is being disseminated at an alarming rate.