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Category Archives: Law
A roundup of recent Michigan newspaper editorials
Michigan State University President Lou Anna Simon has taken the first two important steps in making things right with the scores of young women and girls who were molested by an MSU physician attached to the gymnastics program. Simon, who has been under fire for her lack of urgency in addressing the university's possible culpability in the serial sexual assaults by Dr. Larry Nassar, issued a belated apology last week.
Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2017: No more handouts for General Dynamics,…
Health care reimbursement for rural hospitals throughout our nation is very complex and becoming more and more difficult each day because of the increased regulations and decreased funding by government agencies such as Medicare and Medicaid, which make-up approximately 65 percent of our volume here at Calais Regional Hospital. We continue to work with these agencies, commercial payers and other governmental agencies to improve our cash flow.
Education in 2018 – Three major challenges facing America’s schools and students
Republican lawmakers are looking to change higher education in America. From student loans to apprenticeship programs, here's a look at the key issues that could be impacted.
A knock against unions could boost public workers’ rights
It is protected by Washington state's lopsidedly Democratic political class, which knows who butters its bread. It has been provided with bespoke law, tailored for its comfort.
Unclear if Iowa lawmakers will touch privatized Medicaid
There appears to be consensus among Democrats and Republicans in the Iowa Legislature that there are problems with the state's privatized Medicaid program, but there is less agreement over what, if anything, legislators should do about it when they return to the Capitol in a few weeks. Lawmakers in the Republican-controlled statehouse are expected to address a range of topics when they gather in January, including taxes and water quality.
George Will: Supreme Court case could enhance public workers’ rights
It is protected by Washington state's lopsidedly Democratic political class, which knows who butters its bread. It has been provided with bespoke law, tailored for its comfort.
Largest power outage in Maine history is top story of 2017
A storm packing hurricane-force gusts roared into Maine, stunning residents and emergency officials by leaving more people in the dark than the infamous ice storm of 1998. It took utility crews more than a week to restore power, raising questions of Central Maine Power's preparedness and the state's ability to withstand a more powerful storm.
Brainerd area politicos sound off on tax bill
The tax reform bill recently passed by Washington lawmakers will be either a boon or a curse when it's signed into law, depending on which side of the aisle is doing the talking. The median combined household income for the 8th District is $53,000 annually, but analysts agreed the bill would cause taxes to go up for most people with incomes under $70,000, he said.
Trump Lies About Why He Signed the Tax Bill This Year
Trump signed the tax bill yesterday evening. There had been reports that he was going to hold off until January to sign it - but he claimed that he changed his mind simply to keep a promise.
Lawyers want to exclude statement by Orlando shooter’s widow
Lawyers for the widow of the man who killed dozens of people at a Florida nightclub say her statement to the FBI after the attack shouldn't be shown to jurors during her upcoming trial. Testimony continued Friday in a two-day hearing in an Orlando federal courtroom to determine which evidence can be presented at the trial scheduled to begin March 1. The Orlando Sentinel reports that Judge Paul Byron said he would announce his decision in a written order but didn't say when he expects to release that order.
In partial defense of Susan Collins, on the tax bill
Maine Sen. Susan Collins complained Tuesday that coverage of her role in crafting the Republican tax bill had been "unbelievably sexist" and had failed to note the ways in which she had gotten the law shaped to her liking. I think she has a point that the coverage has painted her as less successful in the tax negotiations than she really was.
Trump signs, lauds tax overhaul, off to Florida for holidays
President Donald Trump shows off the tax bill after signing it in the Oval Office of the White House, Friday, Dec. 22, 2017, in Washington.
McConnell declares 2017 a huge success for the Republican Congress
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell declared 2017 a huge success Friday, saying in a year-end press conference that Congress has passed legislation to dramatically transform the nation and the economy. Along with adoption of $1.5 trillion in corporate and individual tax cuts that President Trump signed Friday morning, McConnell noted that the Senate repealed regulations adopted by President Obama's administration and installed Cabinet officers who would continue the process.
GOP: The alternative to Beacon Hill corruption
Here's a sad commentary about the state of the Democrat-controlled Legislature these days: It would be a big win for Democrats if they were able to make it through a month without one of their members being linked to an FBI investigation. It would certainly be an improvement over December, when two Democrats found themselves linked to federal probes due to allegations of abuse of power or worse.
After Tax Cuts, Whata s Next on the GOPa s Agenda?Republicans want to…
Just days before the end of the year, congressional Republicans finally handed President Trump his first major legislative victory. But their effort to pass an unpopular and incoherent tax bill left them with little time to address many other pressing concerns.
Second federal judge blocks Trump contraception rules
In this May 3, 2017, file photo, California Attorney General Xavier Becerra answers a question during a news conference, in Sacramento, Calif. Becerra is suing the Trump administration in federal court for allowing more employers to opt out of providing no-cost birth control to women by claiming moral or religious objections.
Illustration on the new tax cut bill by Alexander Hunter/The Washington Times
This was the week when Republicans proved once again that they know how to tackle big issues and govern, passing the most significant tax overhaul in more than three decades. It will not only lure tax-battered corporations back home from abroad, it will also unlock capital investment to create stronger economic growth and better paying jobs, boost middle class incomes, and hand the GOP a winning issue heading into the 2018 mid-term elections.
Doctors and Scientists Challenge Removal of EPA Science Advisers
Today, a coalition of doctors, scientists, and professional groups are filing a lawsuit challenging EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's attempt to remove highly qualified, independent scientists from advisory committees that ensure the integrity of science at the agency. EPA advisory committees provide crucial scientific and technical information to inform EPA decisions and review the scientific accuracy of EPA findings across a wide range of agency programs.
Acquittals in guilt-by-association Trump protester trial cast doubt on subsequent prosecutions
A bystander covers their face as police launch pepper spray at demonstrators on Inauguration Day 2017. CREDIT: AP Photo/John Minchillo Handed a sweeping defeat by jurors on Thursday, federal prosecutors offered no sign of surrender in the felony prosecutions of nearly 200 more people arrested in connection with an Inauguration Day protest where some marchers smashed windows and brawled with cops.