Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 30, 2013. Statement of NOW President Terry O’Neill: The National Organization for Women is appalled that House Republicans snuck an anti-contraceptive measure into the government funding bill passed over the weekend. This measure would allow an employer that provides health benefits to its employees to remove birth control[Read More…]
Month: September 2013
EPA Takes Steps to Allow Restriction of Imports of Harmful Category of Chemicals used in Carpets
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–September 30, 2013. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is finalizing a rule that will allow the agency to restrict imports of potentially harmful perfluorinated chemicals that could be used in carpets. The regulation will require companies to report to EPA all new uses, including in domestic and imported products,[Read More…]
ACLU Comment on Justice Department Lawsuit Challenging North Carolina Voter Suppression Law
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–Septemer 30, 2013. Attorney General Eric Holder today announced the Justice Department is suing to block implementation of the North Carolina voter suppression law that would remove seven days of early voting, eliminate same-day voter registration during the early voting period, and require photo ID to cast a ballot,[Read More…]
ACLU and Lambda Legal Ask Court for Swift Ruling in Virginia Marriage Case
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–September 30, 2013. Today Lambda Legal, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), and the American Civil Liberties Union of Virginia are filing a motion for summary judgment asking the court for a swift resolution to the harm and indignity same-sex couples face without marriage. “The papers we filed today[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Makes Key Appointments to Truancy in Chicago Public Schools Task Force
Task Force Charged with Identifying Ways to Ensure All Chicago Students are in School CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–September 30, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today made key appointments to the Truancy in Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Task Force which has been charged with identifying different strategies and approaches to help educators and CPS administration[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Honors Families of Fallen Illinois Heroes with Gold Star Mothers Ceremony
Three Mothers of Fallen Servicemembers Presented with Gold Star Banners CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–September 30, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn yesterday presented Gold Star banners to three Illinois mothers whose sons died while serving their country in the Global War on Terror. Governor Quinn signed legislation to formally designate Gold Star Mothers Day in[Read More…]
Secretary Hagel’s Message to the Force on the Potential Government Shutdown, Sept. 30, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 30, 2013. To all Department of Defense personnel: As you know, the government’s annual funding could expire at midnight tonight. I have joined President Obama in urging Congress to prevent a lapse in appropriations, and like all of you I would be deeply disappointed if Congress fails to[Read More…]
Justice Department to File Lawsuit Against the State of North Carolina to Stop Discriminatory Changes to Voting Law
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 30, 2013. The Justice Department announced today that it intends to file a lawsuit against the State of North Carolina, the North Carolina State Board of Elections, and the Executive Director for the State Board of Elections over recent voting changes made by North Carolina House Bill 589,[Read More…]
Former Owner of Los Angeles Medical Equipment Supply Company Indicted in $4 Million Medicare Fraud Scheme
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 30, 2013. A former owner of a Los Angeles medical equipment supply company has been indicted for allegedly engaging in a $4 million Medicare fraud scheme. Acting Assistant Attorney General Mythili Raman of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division, U.S. Attorney André Birotte Jr. of the Central District of[Read More…]
Former Owner of Los Angeles Medical Clinic Management Company Indicted in $13 Million Medicare Fraud Scheme
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 30, 2013. The former owner of a Los Angeles medical clinic management company has been indicted for his role in a $13 million scheme to defraud Medicare. Acting Assistant Attorney General Mythili Raman of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division, U.S. Attorney André Birotte Jr. of the Central District[Read More…]
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