Think Cornyn's going to solve the pension crisis that is bankrupting us? Not likely.
"Sen. Cornyn Reveals Not One, Not Two, but Three Public Pensions Atop His Salary"
Sen. Cornyn Reveals Not One, Not Two, but Three Public Pensions Atop His Salary - NationalJournal.com:
Thursday, February 20, 2014
Wednesday, February 19, 2014
CNS STORY: Irish family in Israel says special-needs child brought new attitude
I found this gem of a story while going through old e-mail. Enjoy.
JERUSALEM (CNS) -- Before their daughter Rachel was born almost three years ago, Theresa and Gerry Casey did not travel very much with their three older children, preferring to wait until taking trips with them would be easier. But Rachel, who was born with Down syndrome and severe heart defects, changed all that."
CNS STORY: Irish family in Israel says special-needs child brought new attitude:
JERUSALEM (CNS) -- Before their daughter Rachel was born almost three years ago, Theresa and Gerry Casey did not travel very much with their three older children, preferring to wait until taking trips with them would be easier. But Rachel, who was born with Down syndrome and severe heart defects, changed all that."
CNS STORY: Irish family in Israel says special-needs child brought new attitude:
Paycheck protection issue hits local level | PA Independent
Paycheck protection issue hits local level | PA Independent: "The battle over the so-called paycheck protection legislation has gone local in Pennsylvania.
About two weeks after hundreds of union workers flooded the state Capitol in Harrisburg to protest two bills that would force public-sector labor unions to collect their own dues, commissioners in Berks County approved a resolution supporting the state legislation.
Berks County Chairman Commissioner Christian Leinbach, a Republican, also serves as president of the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania and hopes to see the organization throw its support behind the legislation with a resolution of its own."
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About two weeks after hundreds of union workers flooded the state Capitol in Harrisburg to protest two bills that would force public-sector labor unions to collect their own dues, commissioners in Berks County approved a resolution supporting the state legislation.
Berks County Chairman Commissioner Christian Leinbach, a Republican, also serves as president of the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania and hopes to see the organization throw its support behind the legislation with a resolution of its own."
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Wednesday, December 4, 2013
12 Crazy Activities These CEOs Do In Their Spare Time - Business Insider
12 Crazy Activities These CEOs Do In Their Spare Time - Business Insider: "12 Crazy Activities These CEOs Do In Their Spare Time"
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Monday, July 1, 2013
PA Medicaid expansion on hold as Corbett, lawmakers put off decision | PA Independent
"HARRISBURG – Republican senators dodged a potential up-or-down vote on Medicaid expansion Monday, but the delay strategy will only work for so long.
Lawmakers must approve a so-called “welfare code” by June 30 as part of the state budget that sets the rules for how billions of state and federal dollars will be used by various agencies. Legislators also must set what requirements must be met for individual eligibility for programs funded with those dollars.
In short: no welfare code bill, no state budget.
PUSHING FOR EXPANSION: State Sen. Vince Hughes, D-Philly, says the Democrats will use all available options to expand Medicaid in Pennsylvania.
But Senate Bill 977 is exactly the vehicle Democrats have targeted to force a vote on the expansion of Medicaid, a portion of the federal health reform law passed in 2010 that states must opt into before the end of this year." Visit: PA Medicaid expansion on hold as Corbett, lawmakers put off decision | PA Independent:
Lawmakers must approve a so-called “welfare code” by June 30 as part of the state budget that sets the rules for how billions of state and federal dollars will be used by various agencies. Legislators also must set what requirements must be met for individual eligibility for programs funded with those dollars.
In short: no welfare code bill, no state budget.
PUSHING FOR EXPANSION: State Sen. Vince Hughes, D-Philly, says the Democrats will use all available options to expand Medicaid in Pennsylvania.
But Senate Bill 977 is exactly the vehicle Democrats have targeted to force a vote on the expansion of Medicaid, a portion of the federal health reform law passed in 2010 that states must opt into before the end of this year." Visit: PA Medicaid expansion on hold as Corbett, lawmakers put off decision | PA Independent:
Thursday, June 13, 2013
WATCHBLOG: Per diem kings and queens for April 2013 | PA Independent
WATCHBLOG: Per diem kings and queens for April 2013 | PA Independent: "HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania lawmakers collected more than $215,000 in per diems during the month of April, with state Rep. Michael McGeehan, D-Philadelphia leading the way.
FIRST PLACE: State Rep. Michael McGeehan, D-Philadelphia
Per diems are a part of lawmakers’ overall compensation package and are included in the state constitution, which provides that members of the General Assembly should be paid for mileage. The payment totals are based on IRS reimbursement amounts for daily expenses and travel."
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FIRST PLACE: State Rep. Michael McGeehan, D-Philadelphia
Per diems are a part of lawmakers’ overall compensation package and are included in the state constitution, which provides that members of the General Assembly should be paid for mileage. The payment totals are based on IRS reimbursement amounts for daily expenses and travel."
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Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Rep. Barletta Promotes FEMA Relief for Houses of Worship
FROM: Tim.Murtaugh@mail.house.gov
Rep. Barletta Promotes FEMA Relief for Houses of Worship
WASHINGTON – Congressman Lou Barletta, PA-11, today took to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to manage the debate over a bill that would provide for disaster relief for houses of worship that suffered damage related to natural disasters. Currently, the Obama Administration interprets the law to preclude such relief. The bill is the Federal Disaster Assistance Nonprofit Fairness Act of 2013 (H.R. 592). It passed the House 354-72.
“Flooding or other natural disasters can be catastrophic, and often harm the ability of people to do simple things like go to church or synagogue,” Rep. Barletta said. “If we take care of other parts of our communities, certainly we can do the same for houses of worship.” In past disasters, Congress has specifically provided that religious nonprofits, including houses of worship, should be eligible for disaster relief assistance. “I can recall Hurricane Irene and Topical Storm Lee, and I know how horrific it was in my district,” Rep. Barletta said. “Any help we can offer will be key.” -30-
Thursday, May 17, 2012
National Right to Life -"U.S. House hearing scheduled May 17: In the nation's capital -- legal abortion to the moment of birth!
UPDATED May 16, 2012 -- Did you know that in our nation's capital, it is perfectly legal to subject unborn children to terribly painful deaths, even during the sixth and seventh months of pregnancy -- or even later? In the District of Columbia, abortion is now legal at any point in pregnancy, for any reason, as long as someone is willing to pay the abortionist for the gruesome "service."
This appalling situation will be explored by the U.S. House Judiciary Committee's Subcommittee on the Constitution on May 17, 2012, in a public hearing on the District of Columbia Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act (H.R. 3803), a bill strongly advocated by the National Right to Life Committee (NRLC)."
For more information on this issue or to see if your Congressman supports this bill visit:
National Right to Life:
This appalling situation will be explored by the U.S. House Judiciary Committee's Subcommittee on the Constitution on May 17, 2012, in a public hearing on the District of Columbia Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act (H.R. 3803), a bill strongly advocated by the National Right to Life Committee (NRLC)."
For more information on this issue or to see if your Congressman supports this bill visit:
National Right to Life:
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Rick Santorum's Texas GOP convention speech won't be public - Politics Wires - MiamiHerald.com
"FORT WORTH, Texas -- Perhaps the biggest name featured at the Texas Republican Party's convention next month -- former GOP presidential candidate Rick Santorum -- will give a speech that is off-limits to the media and the public.
Santorum is the main attraction at the June 8 Gala Banquet, a private party fundraiser at the convention, that at least for now will be reserved for delegates, alternates and those who buy tickets to the event at the Fort Worth Convention Center." Visit: Rick Santorum's Texas GOP convention speech won't be public - Politics Wires - MiamiHerald.com:
Santorum is the main attraction at the June 8 Gala Banquet, a private party fundraiser at the convention, that at least for now will be reserved for delegates, alternates and those who buy tickets to the event at the Fort Worth Convention Center." Visit: Rick Santorum's Texas GOP convention speech won't be public - Politics Wires - MiamiHerald.com:
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Gov signs off on law blocking Real ID Act in PA | PA Independent
Gov signs off on law blocking Real ID Act in PA | PA Independent: "HARRISBURG — This week, Gov. Tom Corbett signed into law a measure making Pennsylvania the 16th and most populous state to oppose the federal Real ID Act.
The federal program was enacted in 2005 to create national standards and a national database for drivers’ licenses by requiring states to connect their existing information electronically. It also added costs to verify documents necessary to apply for a license, such as birth certificates and Social Security cards.
Several national organizations estimated that law would cost at least $11 billion annually over a five-year period to implement nationally.
Pennsylvania would have paid about $140 million in the first year and another $40 million annually, the state Department of Transportation estimated."
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The federal program was enacted in 2005 to create national standards and a national database for drivers’ licenses by requiring states to connect their existing information electronically. It also added costs to verify documents necessary to apply for a license, such as birth certificates and Social Security cards.
Several national organizations estimated that law would cost at least $11 billion annually over a five-year period to implement nationally.
Pennsylvania would have paid about $140 million in the first year and another $40 million annually, the state Department of Transportation estimated."
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Monday, May 14, 2012
Breast Cancer Prevention Institute Publishes New Brochures
The Breast Cancer Prevention Institute recently produced some new resources due to a large donation as reported by Dr. Angela Lanfranchi in her recent newsletter. The new brochures are titled:
The Whys of Breast Cancer: What can women do to protect themselves from breast cancer, May 2012
and Abortion & Breast Cancer Is There a Link? What is the Truth Behind the Controversy, January 2012
Two new fact sheets were also produced. They are Epidemiologic Studies: Induced Abortion and Breast Cancer Risk, November 2011 and Factors Which Increase and Decrease Breast Cancer Risk, October 2011 All can be viewed or downloaded by visiting Breast Cancer Prevention Institute Home Page:and clicking on the desired title.
The Whys of Breast Cancer: What can women do to protect themselves from breast cancer, May 2012
and Abortion & Breast Cancer Is There a Link? What is the Truth Behind the Controversy, January 2012
Two new fact sheets were also produced. They are Epidemiologic Studies: Induced Abortion and Breast Cancer Risk, November 2011 and Factors Which Increase and Decrease Breast Cancer Risk, October 2011 All can be viewed or downloaded by visiting Breast Cancer Prevention Institute Home Page:and clicking on the desired title.
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