1 year ago
military
government shutdown
legislation
House Republicans move to protect military paychecks amid shutdown fears
TLDR
- Rep. Jen Kiggans reintroduces Pay Our Troops Act to ensure military pay during potential shutdown.
- Bill gains bipartisan support with 20 House lawmakers backing the legislation.
- Proposal comes after failure to pass Speaker Johnson's plan to avert government shutdown.
- Legislation would cover all service branches, including Coast Guard and some defense contractors.
- Congress faces September 30 deadline to reach funding agreement and avoid partial shutdown.
1 year ago
legislation
teenagers
mental health
Australia proposes minimum age for social media use
1 year ago
housing
legislation
enforcement
California governor signs new housing enforcement laws
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1 year ago
military
government shutdown
legislation
House Republicans move to protect military paychecks amid shutdown fears
- Rep. Jen Kiggans reintroduces Pay Our Troops Act to ensure military pay during potential shutdown.
- Bill gains bipartisan support with 20 House lawmakers backing the legislation.
- Proposal comes after failure to pass Speaker Johnson's plan to avert government shutdown.
- Legislation would cover all service branches, including Coast Guard and some defense contractors.
- Congress faces September 30 deadline to reach funding agreement and avoid partial shutdown.
1 year ago
legislation
teenagers
mental health
Australia proposes minimum age for social media use
- Australian government plans to set minimum age limit for social media use, citing mental health concerns.
- Prime Minister Albanese favors age limit as high as 16, legislation to be introduced this year.
- Experts warn of potential unintended consequences, including limiting access to online support.
- Some Australian states have already moved to implement social media age restrictions.
- Critics argue the move is rushed and may distract from holding social media companies accountable.
1 year ago
housing
legislation
enforcement
California governor signs new housing enforcement laws
- Governor Newsom signed 32 housing bills to enforce state laws and boost affordable housing.
- New laws require cities to plan for low-income housing and streamline permitting processes.
- Attorney General can pursue civil penalties against non-compliant cities and counties.
- Critics argue the laws are out-of-touch and will harm local communities.
- Newsom's administration has invested billions in affordable housing and homelessness solutions.