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Save Our Wild Horses Coalition to Hold Lobby Day on Capitol Hill

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Friday, October 6, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Advocates for the protection and preservation of America's iconic wild horses and burros will convene in the nation's capital for the Save Our Wild Horses Lobby Day on October 11-12, 2023.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Advocates for the protection and preservation of America's iconic wild horses and burros will convene in the nation's capital for the Save Our Wild Horses Lobby Day on October 11-12, 2023.
  • Wild horses and burros hold a special place in the hearts of many Americans, symbolizing freedom and the spirit of the untamed West.
  • The Save Our Wild Horses Lobby Day aims to raise awareness about these issues and urge lawmakers to take meaningful action.
  • "We are calling on Congress to take action to save America's wild horses," said Linda Greaves, the organizer for the Save Our Wild Horses Coalition.

American Council of Cannabis Medicine and Insurance Industry Leaders Prepare for New Era. First Open Enrollment Period to Prominently Include Medical Cannabis

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Council of Cannabis Medicine (ACCM) announces major insurance industry and member-based group participation, to kick off open enrollment.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Council of Cannabis Medicine (ACCM) announces major insurance industry and member-based group participation, to kick off open enrollment.
  • Providing medical cannabis the same benefits, processes, and procedures as mainstream medicine, including savings, connection, and even reimbursements.
  • "On the heels of the ACCM and HHS announcements, we are entering a new era for medical cannabis.
  • The American Council of Cannabis Medicine is the "Voice of American Medical Cannabis."

Democrat failure to save US speaker hands power to Republican right

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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California Republican Kevin McCarthy has become the first ever speaker of the US House of Representatives to be ejected from his position.

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  • California Republican Kevin McCarthy has become the first ever speaker of the US House of Representatives to be ejected from his position.
  • The “motion to vacate” the speakership, initiated by Florida Republican firebrand Matt Gaetz on October 3, has now plunged the house into civil war.
  • Supporting a bid to oust the speaker is what we’d expect from whichever party was in the minority.

Missed opportunity

    • But, by letting McCarthy lose his job, Democrats missed an opportunity to “go high”, if not for McCarthy personally, then for the integrity of Congress as an institution.
    • Yet that’s what Democrats did by voting with a tiny fraction of Republican rebels to topple McCarthy.
    • Of course, for many Democrats, McCarthy crossed a line by launching an impeachment investigation into President Joe Biden in September.
    • Yet it’s Democrats who, since Trump took centre stage, have rightly complained about ultra-Maga types willing to light Washington on fire.
    • The relentless refrain from the White House is that you’re either with “us” (democracy), or with “them” (Trump’s authoritarianism).

Emboldening the radical right

    • Perhaps it’s too much to expect that the battle over the speakership would be defined by anything but raw, unadulterated politics.
    • Yet what Democrats have done by failing to rescue McCarthy is embolden an already too-bold radical right caucus.

Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes Statement on Tim Ballard Allegations

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Friday, September 29, 2023
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Today, Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes issued the following statement following yesterday’s Capitol press conference for women alleging sexual misconduct by former Operation Underground Railroad leader Tim Ballard:

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  • Today, Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes issued the following statement following yesterday’s Capitol press conference for women alleging sexual misconduct by former Operation Underground Railroad leader Tim Ballard:
    “I am shocked and deeply saddened by these allegations, but these women must be heard to ensure all credible evidence can be presented.
  • Such evidence should be appropriately considered by any tribunal that can weigh them against contrary evidence or defenses of the accused.
  • “Beyond that, I won’t comment on the accusations made yesterday because I was not present to witness any of the alleged conduct.
  • “I can say that in all my interactions with Tim Ballard and Operation Underground Railroad over many years, I have never seen or experienced anything improper or illegal.

Karina Brez Launches the Cowgirl LUV Collection, a Tribute to America's Majestic Mountains

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A tribute to the untamed spirit of the American West, renowned equestrian jewelry designer Karina Brez unveils her latest signature collection, Cowgirl LUV, an ode to the inspiring mountains and cities that grace the landscape of the USA. The collection pays homage to the rugged beauty of the American West, featuring stackable rings that artfully symbolize various mountain ranges, and a thoughtful double entendre, with each mountain range doubling as a cowgirl name, embodying the spirit of adventure and independence.

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  • Western charm meets everyday luxury in Karina Brez's new signature collection, Cowgirl LUV, which echoes the vibrant landscapes of the USA.
  • Cowgirl LUV is a symbol of tradition and a nod to the enduring legacy of Western fashion.
  • The Cowgirl LUV collection by Karina Brez invites one to embark on a journey through captivating landscapes, spirited names, and places that define the heart of America.
  • For more information about the Cowgirl LUV collection and to explore the full range of Karina Brez's equestrian designs, visit karinabrez.com .

Capitol Corridor Awarded $42.51 Million from the Federal Railroad Administration

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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Oakland, CA, Sept. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) announced it has awarded $42.51 million to the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA) through the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program, to complete Phase 1 of its Sacramento to Roseville Third Track Project (SR3T).

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  • Oakland, CA, Sept. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) announced it has awarded $42.51 million to the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA) through the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program, to complete Phase 1 of its Sacramento to Roseville Third Track Project (SR3T).
  • It’s the first federal funding awarded to CCJPA under the new Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the first federal investment in our service since 2009,” said Capitol Corridor Managing Director Robert Padgette.
  • “The Capitol Corridor is a vital artery for our community, providing folks with access throughout the Sacramento region and beyond.
  • “I am glad to support this project that will reduce traffic congestion and increase safety in the Capitol region.”
    The heavily traveled rail corridor owned by Union Pacific Railroad (UP) serves Capitol Corridor, Amtrak Long Distance service and UP freight traffic.

TEAMSTERS, LABOR ALLIES DEMAND GOV. NEWSOM SIGN AB 316

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters, thousands of labor allies, California elected officials, and public safety officials rallied and marched to the State Capitol on Tuesday to demand Gov. Gavin Newsom sign California Assembly Bill 316 (AB 316). The Teamster-backed bill, which more than 90 percent of the California legislature voted in favor of, requires a trained human operator in autonomous vehicles weighing over 10,000 pounds. Gov. Newsom has until October 14 to sign the bill into law.

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  • Gavin Newsom sign California Assembly Bill 316 (AB 316).
  • Newsom, I got a message for you: you want to veto this bill and take on 1.2 million Teamsters in this country?
  • Newsom: Sign AB 316 Now!"
  • Newsom sign AB 316 and protect good jobs amid the growing use of AI.

Over 40 Million SNAP Recipients Protected During October's Federal Shutdown -- Western Center on Law & Poverty/Impact Fund Secured Changes in Government Accounting

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Millions of Americans with low incomes will now receive their food benefits without delay during the first month of a potential federal government shutdown, thanks to the government's response to a nationwide class action brought by Western Center on Law and Poverty and Impact Fund. The USDA has committed to changing its accounting practice to now guarantee that over 40 million people will receive their SNAP benefits in October, beginning this year and continuing every year moving forward - regardless of a government shutdown.

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  • The USDA has committed to changing its accounting practice to now guarantee that over 40 million people will receive their SNAP benefits in October, beginning this year and continuing every year moving forward - regardless of a government shutdown.
  • "Today, we celebrate this important victory for over 40 million Americans who will now rest easy knowing their October benefits are guaranteed for the first time ever.
  • The suit, Erdmann-Browning v. Vilsack, seeks to prevent any delays in providing SNAP (formerly food stamps) benefits if the government shuts down.
  • This means that the existing SNAP appropriation was already available to fund the October SNAP benefits.

84 Lumber Donates $15,000 to Mountaineer Food Bank in Elkins, West Virginia

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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EIGHTY FOUR, Pa., Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 84 Lumber, the nation's largest privately held building materials supplier, has donated $15,000 to Mountaineer Food Bank, a member of Feeding America, to shine a spotlight on Hunger Awareness Month [September 2023]. As the presenting sponsor of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, which is being harvested from West Virginia's Monongahela National Forest, 84 Lumber has delivered an early Christmas gift to families in Randolph County.

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  • 84 Lumber will be among those tracking the tree's journey from West Virginia to Washington, D.C.
    On September 20, 84 Lumber Elkins store manager Matt Mcdonie presented Mountaineer Food Bank with a $15,000 check just in time for the holiday season.
  • Mountaineer Food Bank, a member of Feeding America , believes in a West Virginia where no one goes to bed hungry – today or tomorrow.
  • "The Food Bank is the largest emergency food provider in the state of West Virginia serving families, children, seniors, veterans, and individuals at risk of hunger," said Breanna George, chief development officer, Mountaineer Food Bank.
  • Officials with Mountaineer Food Bank said this time of year is a particularly tough time for families struggling to get by.

American Council of Cannabis Medicine Prepares DEA Rescheduling Application; Backs HHS Directive on Cannabis Rescheduling Industry Input Opens This Week

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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Dr. Annabelle Manalo-Morgan, author, research scientist, and Chair of ACCM's Research Committee, expressed enthusiasm about the potential this shift holds for medical cannabis.

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  • Dr. Annabelle Manalo-Morgan, author, research scientist, and Chair of ACCM's Research Committee, expressed enthusiasm about the potential this shift holds for medical cannabis.
  • Recognizing our responsibility as the leading voice for medical cannabis, we initiated the DEA cannabis rescheduling application process and anticipate its finalization by October."
  • The ACCM is currently taking input on its DEA application from members of Congress and invites industry stakeholders to share their insights until October 30th, 2023,via www.accmforum.org/deavoice
    The American Council of Cannabis Medicine is the "Voice of American Medical Cannabis."
  • Reach the American Council of Cannabis Medicine at 202-349-9650, or www.accmforum.org
    Explore ACCM's Next Frontier Task Force at: www.nextfrontier.us