Climate News Roundup: Sixth warmest January on record in Lower 48
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This January was the warmest on record in seven states, including the entirety of New England.
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New Section 230 reform would hold media companies accountable for misuse
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Safeguarding Against Fraud, Exploitation, Threats, Extremism and Consumer Harms (SAFE TECH) Act was reintroduced in the House and Senate on Tuesday.
Senators want to ban foreign drone purchasing to protect national security
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The American Security Drone Act of 2023 was introduced by U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner of Virginia and Rick Scott of Florida a couple weeks ago.
Coalition: Insulin cap at $35 good, but Virginians still paying too much for medicine
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People not already covered by Medicare should only pay $35 per month for insulin after drugmaker Eli Lilly announced its plans to reduce the cost.
Businesses would be encouraged to hire military spouses with new legislation
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The Military Spouse Hiring Act would incentivize businesses to hire military spouses by amending the tax code.
Warner: ‘Chaos’ possible if Consumer Protection Financial Bureau ruled unconstitutional
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The Supreme Court announced today it will hear arguments next term related to the constitutionality of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, or CFPB.
Virginia HBCUs receive nearly $9.7 million in federal funds to improve internet availability
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Federal funds will improve internet coverage and invest in workforce development for students and community members at three Virginia HBCUs.
Spanberger joins Youngkin in playing China fears up for political gain
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Virginia’s current governor, Glenn Youngkin, turned down a new Ford plant and 2,500 jobs, citing unfounded fears of Chinese Community Party influence.
A year later: Blinken warns against U.N. support of Russia to end war with Ukraine
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U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken told the international community Friday not to let Russian President Vladimir Putin’s crimes “become our new normal.”
Advocates blast CMS for denying access to FDA-approved Alzheimer’s treatment
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Advocacy organizations have accused the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services of discrimination against people with Alzheimer’s due to a decision to limit treatments for those living with the disease.
