House Plans Votes on China Legislation-House Republican leadership informed GOP members last week to expect a series of votes early this month on legislation relating to China, including the BIOESECURE Act (H.R.8333). The legislation would prohibit Chinese biotechnology companies of concern, or companies that use equipment or services from biotechnology companies of concern, from receiving …
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DNC Approves 2024 Party Platform During Chicago Convention-The Democratic National Committee (DNC) finalized its platform during the Democratic convention in Chicago last week. The 2024 platform reiterates the party’s commitment to protecting Medicare, Medicaid, and the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Under the platform, Democrats would permanently extend enhanced ACA premium subsidies; create dental, vision, and …
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Hoyer Recovers from Mild Stroke-Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-Md.), 85, experienced a stroke on August 11, the congressman’s office announced last week. He is not experiencing any lingering symptoms following treatment for the mild ischemic stroke. Hoyer, the former House majority leader, is expected to resume his normal schedule this week. George Helmy Tapped …