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Presidential Proclamation on Blind Americans Equality Day, 2018
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- Written by White House White House
- Category: News News
- Published: 13 October 2018 13 October 2018
Washington, DC - On Blind Americans Equality Day, we recognize the contributions that Americans who are blind and visually impaired make to our country, and the value of creating greater opportunities for all people to live full and independent lives. Despite facing challenges, Americans who are blind and visually impaired continue to achieve their dreams and strengthen our communities and our Nation. We remain committed to helping these individuals to be successful and achieve their goals in school, business, and civic life.
Attorney General Becerra Joins Coalition Announcing Nationwide Settlement on CVS Health, Aetna Merger
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- Written by SDNC SDNC
- Category: National News National News
- Published: 13 October 2018 13 October 2018
Sacramento, California - Wednesday, California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, along with the U.S. Department of Justice (USDOJ) and a multistate coalition, announced a settlement in the CVS Health (CVS) and Aetna merger. The settlement requires Aetna to sell the Medicare Part D plans of 1.5 million people to their competitor, WellCare Health Plans, to ensure competition in the prescription drug benefit market for Medicare beneficiaries. In addition, Aetna is prohibited from selling any new Medicare Part D plans in 2020.
Ukraine Passes Key Hurdle in Implementation of Minsk Peace Agreements
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- Written by State Department State Department
- Category: Latest News Latest News
- Published: 12 October 2018 12 October 2018
Washington, DC - The United States congratulates Ukraine’s Parliament and Ukrainian leadership on extending the law on special status for Russia-controlled areas of eastern Ukraine. Extending this law, which would have expired yesterday, demonstrates Ukraine’s continued commitment to a peaceful resolution of the conflict and implementation of the Minsk agreements. Ukraine’s brave step towards peace stands in sharp comparison to Russia’s continued failure to fulfill its Minsk commitments.
Different Perspective on the Immigration Controversy
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- Written by California Ag Today California Ag Today
- Category: Latest News Latest News
- Published: 12 October 2018 12 October 2018
Sacramento, California - With immigration becoming a hot-button issue within the political arena, those in agriculture have a deeper insight into this controversial topic. Arnoldo Torres, of the National Institute for Latino Policies out of Sacramento and partner with the public policy consulting firm Torres & Torres, has long been a leading voice for immigration within the ag sector—while realizing both countries (America and Mexico) need to do their part.
State Department Announces 23rd Experience America Visit to Charleston
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- Written by State Department State Department
- Category: Latest News Latest News
- Published: 11 October 2018 11 October 2018
Charleston, South Carolina - The U.S. Department of State and the Office of the Chief of Protocol are proud to announce the 23rd Experience America trip to Charleston, S.C. with members of the foreign Diplomatic Corps, October 14-16, 2018.
Curacao Day
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- Written by State Department State Department
- Category: Latest News Latest News
- Published: 11 October 2018 11 October 2018
Washington, DC - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo: "On behalf of the Government of the United States, I offer congratulations to the people of Curacao on Curacao Day.