Supreme Court May Reduce Anti-Corruption Law’s Scope
Article Summary – The U.S. Supreme Court seems poised to limit the reach of a federal statute that criminalizes state and local officials and institutions receiving federal money from accepting gifts and payments intended to influence or reward their actions. The case at hand involves ex-mayor of Portage, James Snyder, who was found guilty of […]
Trump alters stance on disliked policies
Article Summary – Former President Donald Trump has changed his stance on several key issues as he seeks a second term in office, including abortion rights, health care policy, and banning TikTok. Trump now claims to not support a federal abortion ban, no longer wants to repeal the Affordable Care Act, and does not support […]
Brown Battles for Reduced Insulin Costs in Toledo
Article Summary – U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown, has been advocating for lower insulin prices for all Ohioans. The Inflation Reduction Act, which Brown helped write and pass, has allowed for a monthly cap on the cost of insulin at $35, significantly lowering costs for Ohioans on Medicare. Brown continues to push for this price cap […]
Bipartisan-backed student teacher stipend program now open
Article Summary – Pennsylvania’s Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro, along with bipartisan legislative leaders, have announced the opening of applications for the PA Student Teacher Support Program, aimed at addressing the state’s teacher shortage. The initiative will provide eligible student teachers with up to $15,000 in stipends, funded through Act 33, which amended the Pennsylvania Public […]
Shapiro, lawmakers aim to eliminate medical debt
Article Summary – Kris McConnell and her husband, residents of central Pennsylvania, currently owe $13,000 in emergency medical bills despite having insurance coverage. One in three adults in the U.S. struggle with medical debt, with rural residents particularly affected due to higher rates of unemployment and lack of insurance. To address this, Pennsylvania Governor Josh […]