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Gabby Tylka, who will play this summer with U23 semipro soccer team, makes promise for Providence. ‘We’ll be back.’

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WASHINGTON, Ill. — Freshman midfielder Gabby Tylka is one of many reasons why Providence feels that — after winning its second straight sectional title and putting a scare Tuesday night into powerhouse Peoria Notre Dame — this might be just the start. Tylka, who scored 10 goals this season and whose skills are advanced enough that she is set to play this summer with a U23 semipro team, certainly believes the future is bright. “It’s been a great …Read Article

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Amid Uncertainty in Washington, Illinois Lawmakers Pass Slimmed-Down Medicaid Package - IPM Newsroom

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Illinois Newsroom - The Illinois Medicaid program currently costs about $33.7 billion a year, according to the Department of Healthcare and Family Services. The post Amid uncertainty in Washington, Illinois lawmakers pass slimmed-down Medicaid package appeared first on IPM Newsroom.See the Story

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'Swipe Fees’ Bill Introduced as GENIUS Act Amendment, Spurring Lobbying Battle

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💡Share this on Bluesky and XA bill that aims to reduce credit card “swipe fees” has long been stuck in Congress, where the bipartisan legislation is opposed by the formidable banking industry lobby. Visa and Mastercard dominate credit card processing, with control of roughly 80% of the market.This week, the Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA)’s primary sponsors, Sen. Richard Durbin (D-Ill.) and Sen. Roger Marshall (R-Kans.), introduced it as an …See the Story

Senator Durbin Has Questions About FDA’s “Operational Capacity” to Oversee DTC Prescription Drug Advertising Amid Workforce Reductions – Don’t We All?

In a recent letter to FDA Commissioner Dr. Martin Makary, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) expressed concerns over the agency’s ability to regulate direct-to-consumer (“DTC”) prescription drug adver…Washington · Washington Read Article

Lawmaker wants to know how FDA can police drug ads after cutting its oversight workforce

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The concern over adequate FDA enforcement also comes as big drugmakers strike marketing deals with telehealth companies.Washington · Washington Read Article

Lawmakers clash over key block that 'threatens to undermine the Senate'

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Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) is employing a tactic previously used by the GOP as he holds up the confirmation process for one of President Donald Trump U.S. attorney nominees, according to Politico.The ranking member on the Senate Judiciary Committee announced this week that he was putting a hold on Jaso...Senate · Washington Read Article

Dems call budget bill ‘bureaucratic water torture’ as GOP ‘glad to have the ball in our court’

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Senate reaction to the House’s passage of its "big, beautiful bill" was sharply divided, with Democrats warning of long-term harm to the working class and Republicans arguing it would help that very group."Republicans’ reconciliation bill dismantles the American Dream and strips health care, food assistance, and more away from millions of hardworking Americans," Senate Minority Whip Richard Durbin, D-Ill., fumed in a Thursday statement."Republic…Lindsey Graham · Washington Read Article

Hill Staffer Appearing on ‘Survivor’

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A staffer on Capitol Hill will be a participant on the popular reality show “Survivor” in its 49th season, which is slated to air this fall. Rep. Jan Schakowsky’s (D-Ill.) communication director, Alex Moore, appeared in the season’s promotional video and identified himself as a Hill staffer. “I work on Capitol Hill, and I think…Black Panther · Washington See the Story

‘No willingness’ from Republicans to work across the aisle on Trump agenda bill, says House Dem

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Rep. Brad Schneider (D-Ill.) joins Meet the Press NOW after Republicans advanced a bill to fund President Trump’s agenda.Washington · Washington Read Article

New GOP Congressional Bills Would Block Use Of Federal Welfare Funds At Marijuana Dispensaries

A newly filed pair of GOP-led congressional bills would prevent people from using federal financial assistance at marijuana dispensaries. As part of a broader piece of legislation from Rep. Darin LaHood (R-IL) and Sen. Steve Daines (R-MT) that aims to change rules around welfare requirements, there are provisions that mirror a standalone measure introduced in prior sessions called the "Welfare For Needs Not Weed Act." The provision in the new Jo…Republican Party · Washington Read Article

Editorial: Some potential relief from Washington for Illinois’ budget

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You may not hear too many Illinois Democrats say it out loud, but we expect they’re feeling some measure of relief at the news out of Washington. Shocking, we know. It’s become something of a reflex to brace for bad news given the verbal attacks on governance in Illinois and other blue states emanating from the nation’s capital since President Donald Trump took office. But legislation being considered by the U.S. House committee responsible for …Washington · Washington Read Article

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Gabby Tylka, who will play this summer with U23 semipro soccer team, makes promise for Providence. ‘We’ll be back.’

Amid Uncertainty in Washington, Illinois Lawmakers Pass Slimmed-Down Medicaid Package - IPM Newsroom

'Swipe Fees’ Bill Introduced as GENIUS Act Amendment, Spurring Lobbying Battle

Senator Durbin Has Questions About FDA’s “Operational Capacity” to Oversee DTC Prescription Drug Advertising Amid Workforce Reductions – Don’t We All?

Lawmaker wants to know how FDA can police drug ads after cutting its oversight workforce

Lawmakers clash over key block that 'threatens to undermine the Senate'

Dems call budget bill ‘bureaucratic water torture’ as GOP ‘glad to have the ball in our court’

Hill Staffer Appearing on ‘Survivor’

‘No willingness’ from Republicans to work across the aisle on Trump agenda bill, says House Dem

New GOP Congressional Bills Would Block Use Of Federal Welfare Funds At Marijuana Dispensaries

Editorial: Some potential relief from Washington for Illinois’ budget

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