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U.S. Rep. Nick Langworthy Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Lower Prescription Drug Costs

U.S. Rep. Nick Langworthy Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Lower Prescription Drug Costs

U.S. Representative Nick Langworthy has introduced bipartisan legislation, the Biosimilars Access and Affordability Act, aimed at making prescription drugs more affordable. This bill focuses on facilitating the access of lower-cost alternatives, known as biosimilars, to patients through Medicare. Biosimilars are designed to be more affordable versions of existing expensive medications, offering additional treatment choices. The legislation seeks to ensure that if a biosimilar is progressing through the FDA approval process, it should have a fair chance to compete in the market. Conversely, it also aims to prevent Medicare from waiting indefinitely if a promised competition does not materialize. According to Langworthy, competition is a powerful tool for driving innovation and affordability in the healthcare system, and expanding access to biosimilars could significantly reduce prescription drug costs for millions of patients. The bill has garnered bipartisan support, with co-sponsors from both sides of the...
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Trump says Cornell 7 'won't get fair shake' because NY AG Letitia James

Trump says Cornell 7 'won't get fair shake' because NY AG Letitia James

President Donald Trump's perceived political foe, the New York attorney general who won a $454 million judgement against him, is looking into Cornell.
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New Jersey Imposes Stricter In-Person Requirements for Telehealth ADHD Stimulant Prescriptions

New Jersey Imposes Stricter In-Person Requirements for Telehealth ADHD Stimulant Prescriptions

Effective February 16, 2026, New Jersey has implemented a new state law requiring an initial in-person medical examination for individuals seeking Schedule II controlled substances, such as stimulant medications for ADHD, via telemedicine. This regulation also mandates an in-person visit at least once every three months for as long as the prescription continues. This New Jersey-specific rule applies irrespective of the federal waiver, issued by the DEA and HHS, which temporarily allows for the prescription of Schedule II through V controlled substances via audio-video telehealth without a prior in-person visit. The federal waiver, which has been extended multiple times since the COVID-19 public health emergency, is currently set to expire on December 31, 2026. In contrast, New York's telemedicine regulations for controlled substances currently align with the federal flexibility, meaning prescribers in New York can still rely on the federal waiver for initial and ongoing stimulant prescriptions via teleheal...
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The Latest: Trump hits the campaign trail, kicking off blitz before midterms

The Latest: Trump hits the campaign trail, kicking off blitz before midterms

President Donald Trump is hitting the campaign trail in heavily Republican areas to shore up lagging enthusiasm in their party ahead of next month’s midterm elections
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Households will pay more for energy because of federal policy changes, think tank says

Households will pay more for energy because of federal policy changes, think tank says

Households in the contiguous United States will pay thousands of dollars more for energy through 2040 because of federal policy changes since President Donald Trump returned to office, such as canceling new clean energy projects
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Mental Health Advocates Urge Federal Lawmakers to Support Clubhouse Model

Mental Health Advocates Urge Federal Lawmakers to Support Clubhouse Model

On September 30, Fountain House United and Clubhouse International co-hosted the first Recovery Is Possible Clubhouse Congressional Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C. One hundred mental health Clubhouse community members and staff from 17 states met with federal lawmakers to advocate for their individual Clubhouses and for federal support of the national Clubhouse movement. Clubhouses are community-based organizations where individuals living with serious mental illness participate as members, working alongside staff to build community and pursue goals in areas such as employment, education, housing, and health. This model actively works to mitigate social and economic isolation. During the advocacy day, the organizations called on lawmakers to join the Clubhouse Caucus, aiming to engage every member of Congress whose district hosts a Clubhouse. This initiative seeks to increase congressional awareness of the proven role Clubhouses play within the broader mental health system and to advance community-based r...
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Households will pay more for energy because of Trump's policy changes, think tank says

Households will pay more for energy because of Trump's policy changes, think tank says

Households in the contiguous United States will pay thousands of dollars more for energy through 2040 because of federal policy changes since President Donald Trump returned to office
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Fed may skip October but pull rate hike trigger in December

Fed may skip October but pull rate hike trigger in December

By Ann Saphir Oct 2 (Reuters) - Federal Reserve policymakers were already leaning against delivering a second straight rate hike this month to give them time to sift through more economic data before pulling the trigger again, and a cooler than expected job market report Friday leaves that approach
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With a mixed scorecard, Trump poised to test his powers again at US Supreme Court

With a mixed scorecard, Trump poised to test his powers again at US Supreme Court

By Andrew Chung Oct 2 (Reuters) - The US Supreme Court begins its new nine-month term on Monday much as it ended its last one, confronted with more cases involving President Donald Trump's far-reaching policies and aggressive uses of power that will keep testing how far the justices will let him
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Wealthy Individuals Utilize Tax Loophole to Reduce Tax Bills to Zero

Wealthy Individuals Utilize Tax Loophole to Reduce Tax Bills to Zero

Wealthy Individuals Utilize Tax Loophole to Reduce Tax Bills to Zero
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Trump Administration's $810 Million Budget Cancellation Faces Federal Law Violation Claim

Trump Administration's $810 Million Budget Cancellation Faces Federal Law Violation Claim

The Trump administration is moving to cancel $810 million in funds previously approved by Congress for health, education, and other programs. Over $567 million of this amount is specifically allocated for refugee and entrant assistance. The White House asserts that these funds are no longer necessary. However, Congress's nonpartisan watchdog has stated that the administration's method for canceling these funds violates federal budget law. This action comes amidst broader concerns about youth violence and school absenteeism in New York, though the budget cancellation is a separate federal issue. The administration's attempt to rescind these congressionally approved funds without following proper legal procedures has drawn scrutiny from oversight bodies.
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National Fuel Gas Company Completes $2.62 Billion Acquisition of CenterPoint Energy's Ohio Natural Gas Utility

National Fuel Gas Company Completes $2.62 Billion Acquisition of CenterPoint Energy's Ohio Natural Gas Utility

National Fuel Gas Company Completes $2.62 Billion Acquisition of CenterPoint Energy's Ohio Natural Gas Utility