The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the annual appeal for contributions to the Portland Press Herald Toy Fund. This initiative is crucial for ensuring that children from financially strained families can still experience the joy of receiving gifts. At the same time, another pressing
In an era where data privacy is a growing concern, Texas has introduced a significant legislative measure aiming to bolster consumer control over personal information. With the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act set to take effect from January 1, the new law brings substantial changes to the
In a groundbreaking initiative, Washington state has launched a program that allows pharmacists to prescribe abortion medications through telehealth. This effort, led by Uplift International, aims to address the barriers many individuals face in accessing abortion services. By leveraging
The Social Security Fairness Act, recently signed into law by President Joe Biden, represents a significant shift in policy for public service workers. This new legislation repeals the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO), which had long imposed penalties
As the Maryland House of Delegates prepares for the 2025 General Assembly, House Speaker Adrienne Jones (D-Baltimore County) faces the daunting challenge of addressing a projected $2.7 billion budget deficit. Despite this significant financial hurdle, Jones remains resolute in her commitment to
In a significant move to support the ongoing integration of telehealth services within the U.S. healthcare system, Congress has extended telehealth flexibilities through 2026 for Medicare users. This extension, part of the “Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental A
