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Today We Act…Today We Vote

“We are a government of the people, by the people, and for the people.” – President Abraham Lincoln

Happy Election Day!

You’ve studied the issues, now the only thing left to do is cast your ballot. While you wait for the returns to come in, pass the time with a fun video on “Why we vote.”

Posted by Joe Arite on November 4th, 2008
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Tags: Congress, President of the United States, Road to the White House

Last Minute CR Keeps the Lights On

On Tuesday President Bush signed a continuing resolution (CR) that will fund the government for another twelve months.

Posted by Joe Arite on October 1st, 2008
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Tags: Congress, Continuing Resolution, President Bush

Continuing Resolution Sent to the President

Congress on Saturday sent a Continuing Resolution (CR) to the President for his signature. This bill will keep the Government running until March 2009. The total cost of the bill, which was approved by a 78 – 12 vote in the Senate, has a price tag of $634 billion.

Posted by Joe Arite on September 29th, 2008
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Tags: Congress, Continuing Resolution, President Bush

Second 2008 Supplemental Appropriations Bill Update

The Senate Appropriations Committee has released initial details on the second, domestic supplemental they are currently crafting. It appears the National Institutes of Health (NIH) will be provided with an additional $500 million under the legislation, the same amount C3 has been advocating for.

Posted by Joe Arite on July 31st, 2008
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Tags: Congress, Emergency Supplemental Appropriations bill

Michelle’s Law Passes the House

Yesterday, the House of Representatives passed Michelle’s Law. C3 has been a strong supporter of this legislation, which would allow seriously ill or injured college students to take up to one year of medical leave without losing their health insurance.

Posted by Joe Arite on July 31st, 2008
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Tags: Congress, Insurance