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Executive Order Will Help Improve Telehealth in Rural Areas

The EO will help improve and advance healthcare delivery in the U.S., especially in rural areas.

Elizabeth Wright August 4, 2020
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Congress Must Protect Gig Economy Workers

Congress must protect gig economy workers in the next COVID-19 relief package.

Thomas Schatz July 30, 2020
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California’s Housing Bill Will Plague the State’s Budget for Years

SB 1410 in California plans to let tenants life rent-free and force taxpayers to provide landlord relief. 

CAGW Staff July 21, 2020
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The Lack of Federal Privacy Policy Causes Inconsistency with Tracing Apps

Many states have adopted contact tracing, but there are concerns with the lack of federal privacy policy. 

Frances Floresca July 16, 2020
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States Should Cut Spending, Not Raise Taxes

State governments should be focused on cutting spending to offset revenue losses, not raising taxes.  

CAGW Staff July 1, 2020
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Successes with Deregulation and COVID-19

In May, President Trump issued Executive Order (EO) 13924 to combat the economic consequences of the coronavirus.

Elizabeth Wright June 12, 2020
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States Focus on Getting People Back to Work

As businesses reopen, people wonder what will happen to their unemployment benefits if they decide to not return to work when their employers ask them. 

Frances Floresca May 22, 2020
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Made in America and Wherever Else It May Be Necessary

There have been urgent calls to require pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers to create all their products in the U.S. – but is that wise?

Elizabeth Wright May 22, 2020
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All Guidelines Are Subject to Review, Including for Coronavirus

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) just released its much clamored-for guidelines on how to safely open various establishments within communities, including schools.

Elizabeth Wright May 15, 2020
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Federal Bailouts Punish Fiscally Responsible States

The House of Representatives prepares to vote on a $3 trillion stimulus bill, which includes $875 billion for state and local governments. 

Frances Floresca May 14, 2020
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Government Control Over Manufacturing Will Hurt Development of COVID-19 Vaccines

Sen. Warren and Rep. Schakowsky are looking to give the government more control over the manufacturing of healthcare products and stealing IP.

Elizabeth Wright May 11, 2020
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A Coronavirus Cure Must Not Be Undercut

More than 300 clinical trials are underway for COVID-19 treatments and vaccines.

Elizabeth Wright May 7, 2020

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