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• Hoyle, Merkley, Warren, Ryan, Jayapal Introduce New Bill to Crack Down on Health Insurers Buying up
  https://hoyle.house.gov/media/press-releases/hoyle-merkley-warren-ryan-jayapal-introduce-new-bill-to-crack-down-on-health-insurers-buying-up-clinics-across-the-us
  ... Group and its subsidiary Optum, from buying up clinics. Out-of-control consolidations in health care have jeopardized patients’ access to care nationwide—with UnitedHealth-owned Optum gobbling up dozens of clinics in  Oregon ,  New York , and  Washington...
• California Democrats seek to add 535,000 acres of wilderness in state | U.S. Congressman Jared Huffm
  https://huffman.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/california-democrats-seek-to-add-535000-acres-of-wilderness-in-state
  ... have access to,“ she said. Wilderness designation does not limit public access. It does bar motorized or mechanical travel, including use of snowmobiles and mountain bikes. The Trinity County Board of Supervisors has not taken a stance on the proposal, but Cox...
• Huffman Votes to Pass Landmark Infrastructure Bill Through Committee | U.S. Congressman Jared Huffma
  https://huffman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/huffman-votes-to-pass-landmark-infrastructure-bill-through-committee
  ..., Wildlife Program Director for the National Parks Conservation Association. Access the Bill text by clicking  here. Access the Factsheet by clicking  here. Access the Bill Summary by clicking  here. Access the Section-by-Section by clicking...
• Getting health care in Greg Abbott’s Texas—it’s like winning the raffle | Congressman Lloyd Doggett
  https://doggett.house.gov/media/press-releases/getting-health-care-greg-abbotts-texas-its-winning-raffle
  ... federal law regarding the State of Texas’s violation of federal Medicaid rules and obstruction of health care access.  The CMS response to concerns raised by me and my colleagues has been woefully inadequate.  Meaningful action has not been undertaken...
• RI Delegation Announces $19 Million to Support RI Community Health Centers, Research, and Public Hea
  https://amo.house.gov/press-release/ri-delegation-announces-19-million-to-support-ri-community-health-centers-research-and-public-health-priorities
  ... community health centers do a tremendous job.  They provide critical access and health services to ensure everyone in need can see a doctor, dentist, or health provider to meet their needs,” said Senator Reed.  “I’m pleased to help secure federal funds...
• Representatives Angie Craig, Adrian Smith Lead Bipartisan Effort from Congressional Biofuels Caucus
  https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representatives-angie-craig-adrian-smith-lead-bipartisan-effort-congressional
  ... waiver for summertime use of higher blends of biofuels, ensuring consumers have year-round access to a lower-carbon, lower-emission renewable fuel that saves money at the pump. As this country works to address climate change, we must embrace ready...
• A Vote to Defund Planned Parenthood is a Vote to Defund Women's Health - Congresswoman Julia Brownle
  https://juliabrownley.house.gov/julia-brownley-a-vote-to-defund-planned-parenthood-is-a-vote-to-defund-womens/
  ... health is a cornerstone of women’s equality and economic opportunity. Every woman should have access to reproductive health services like cancer screenings, tests and treatments for sexually transmitted infections, preventive care and birth control...
• New VA Cinic for Ventura County Clears Hurdle - Congresswoman Julia Brownley
  https://juliabrownley.house.gov/new-va-clinic-for-ventura-county-clears-hurdle/
  ... veterans were receiving,” said Brownley. “One clear need was a larger, VA run facility, that would allow Ventura County veterans to access more care, closer to home. I am extremely pleased with the authorization from the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee...
• Swalwell and Watson Coleman Lead Letter to Require Equality for Women in Maternity Care Insurance Co
  https://swalwell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/swalwell-and-watson-coleman-lead-letter-require-equality-women-maternity
  ... and contrary to the ACA to require coverage of some costs, including prenatal care, but not the most significant costs, including those for labor and delivery," the Members wrote. "We applaud the Biden Administration's work to expand access to healthcare during...
• Rep. Sykes Re-Introduces Bipartisan Law Enforcement De-escalation Training Bill | U.S. Congresswoman
  https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-re-introduces-bipartisan-law-enforcement-de-escalation-training-bill
  ...,” said Rep. Sykes. “Ensuring law enforcement departments at all levels have access to de-escalation training will save lives and make our communities safer for everyone. At the end of the day, we want our citizens and law enforcement officers to go home...