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HEALTH CARE BRIEFING: Covid Services for Uninsured at Risk
With a stalemate on Capitol Hill over approving more funds to deal with the pandemic, health centers may have to scale back Covid testing and vaccination programs if the virus again surges in their communities. The federal program created to reimburse these health centers for serving the uninsured is set to stop accepting claims Wednesday.
Staff Departures Hit Two-Decade High as Congress Seeks Fixes (1)
A new analysis of staff turnover on Capitol Hill reinforces the concerns voiced by congressional leaders about the loss of top talent to K Street and beyond.
Flying Taxis Challenge FAA’s Ability to Oversee Aviation Noise
The Federal Aviation Administration is unequipped to assess the noise impact of drones, flying taxis, and other emerging aircraft, an official from the department said Thursday.
HEALTH CARE BRIEFING: Covid Response on Fumes After Omnibus Snub
A measure to fund the government beyond this week passed the House last night, but excluded major funding for Covid-19 response programs, setting the stage for lawmakers to debate another pandemic aid package.
Arizona Republicans Face Pricey Primary With Governor Opting Out
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey’s announcement that he won’t run for the Senate leaves a crowd of lesser-known Republicans in a bitter battle for the nomination in one of the party’s top pick-up opportunities.
Conservation Group Rates Lawmakers Amid Energy Policy Debates
The League of Conservation Voters on Wednesday released its annual scorecard ranking lawmakers for “pro-environment” votes in 2021, a key data point in the organization’s decision to aid or oppose congressional incumbents during the November midterm elections.
Texas Primaries Will Be Decisive With Few Competitive Seats Left
Texas is hosting the first House primaries of the 2022 midterm elections and the first contests held with lines redrawn as part of the decennial redistricting process.
HEALTH CARE BRIEFING: Insulin Cost Cap Divides Democrats on BBB
Senate Democrats are testing whether a cap on what many Americans pay for insulin medication can muster bipartisan support, even as advocates for reining in drug prices differ over strategy.
`Tough as Nails’ Hochul Elbows Aside Rivals in N.Y. Governor Run
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul appears to have neutralized her heftiest potential opposition as she prepares to face voters in a state that has never elected a female governor.
What to Know in Washington: Biden Eyes $30 Billion Covid Request
Biden administration officials told lawmakers yesterday that they plan to seek $30 billion in new spending to combat the Covid-19 pandemic in conjunction with a $1.5 trillion government funding package lawmakers want to complete by March 11. Department of Health and Human Services officials made the informal pitch to lawmakers, with a formal White...