Policy · 116th Congress
After delay, Florida Gov. DeSantis issues stay-at-home order
[jwp-video n=”1″] The governor said different levels of detected coronavirus infection in different areas of the state led him to keep from taking statewide action.
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Policy · 116th Congress
Navy removing more sailors from stricken aircraft carrier
[jwp-video n=”1″] “Sailors do not need to die,” Crozier wrote in the memo, which was first disclosed Tuesday by the San Francisco Chronicle.
Policy · 116th Congress
Defense industry on sidelines, for now, during pandemic fight
[jwp-video n=”1″] But at this point, the federal government has not asked the sprawling defense industrial base, which includes giants like Boeing Co. and Lockheed Martin Corp., to switch over
Policy · 116th Congress
At the state level, no shortage of COVID-19 policies or spats
[jwp-video n=”1″] Abbott had not issued statewide orders as of Tuesday, but he issued an essential services order directing Texans to minimize contact with others, specifically nonessential
Policy · 116th Congress
Hospitals plan ventilator substitutes as shortage looms
[jwp-video n=”1″] Six specialty care groups released a statement last week warning about the dangers of using a ventilator for multiple patients, saying that should only be used in the most
Policy · 116th Congress
Small businesses can apply for forgivable COVID-19 loans Friday
[jwp-video n=”1″] According to the Treasury fact sheet, the terms of the new loans will be the same for everyone.
Congress · 116th Congress
Final rule on fuel economy rollback opens door for lawsuits
The United Auto Workers is also opposed to diluting fuel efficiency standards for automobiles, Josh Nassar, legislative director for UAW, which represents more than 1 million auto-industry workers
Policy · 116th Congress
Beef costs are up at stores, but futures are down. Senators want to know why
Lawmakers say they remain concerned by declines in live cattle prices since Jan. 1 and the continued dip in those prices even as the public’s demand for meat rose as COVID-19 restrictions sparked
Policy · 116th Congress
IG finds more ‘significant concerns’ with FBI surveillance of Trump campaign adviser
[jwp-video n=”1″] The FBI requires case agents to keep a “Woods file” that contains documentation for every factual assertion in a FISA application and other information, Horowitz wrote.
Congress · 116th Congress
DeWine’s quick response to coronavirus looks prescient now
[jwp-video n=”1″] “He has decades of experience he’s drawing on,” says GOP Rep. Steve Stivers, who represents part of the state capital of Columbus and environs. “He’s making tough calls.
Policy · 116th Congress
Coronavirus could overwhelm legal help for America’s poor
[jwp-video n=”1″] Often overlooked and already short on resources, civil legal aid groups in the COVID-19 era are among the first responders for Americans who need help navigating the legal
Policy · 116th Congress
Blockchain could transform supply chains, aid in COVID-19 fight
[jwp-video n=”1″] It’s already being adopted in the supply of food. Luis Macias, founder and CEO of GrainChain Inc., uses a blockchain system to empower small farmers.
Policy · 116th Congress
FDA is pushed to further loosen hand sanitizer guidelines
[jwp-video n=”1″] “The United States largely differentiates between the two types of alcohol for tax purposes,” the lawmakers wrote in their letter, noting that products made with denatured
Policy · 116th Congress
Pentagon watchdog to oversee coronavirus spending
[jwp-video n=”1″] Democrats had insisted on the special IG’s creation amid worries about how the administration would decide which entities are entitled to nearly $500 billion in funding aimed
Policy · 116th Congress
Stimulus bond fix may boost local governments more than cash
Demand for bonds has stalled since late last week, sending borrowing rates for local governments from around 1 percent to between 7 and 11 percent, Chase said.
Policy · 116th Congress
CBP turns back unaccompanied children, citing COVID-19 fears
[jwp-video n=”1″] “When minors are encountered without adult family members, CBP works closely with their home countries to transfer them to the custody of government officials and reunite them
Policy · 116th Congress
Witness stirs painful memories for two lawmakers
[jwp-video n=”1″] As a child, Lawson suffered through years of homelessness. Riggleman grew up on food stamps and spent time on Medicaid.
Congress · 116th Congress
House debates coronavirus bill under procedural threat
[jwp-video n=”1″] [Pelosi lays out Democrats’ priorities for next round of coronavirus legislation] “I’m having a really hard time with this.