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Mayor Johnson’s Priorities for Federal Infrastructure Dollars: I-30, Harold Simmons Park, Vision Zero
The mayor wrote a letter to U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg earlier this week, advocating for federal money for upcoming projects.
Government & Law
Brands’ Advocacy Dilemma: When to Weigh in on Tough Conversations
Texas' laws often force companies to balance public opinion, social pressure, employee voice, and the bottom line when taking a stance.
Government & Law
TMA Pushing for Affordable Access to Healthcare for All Texans, ‘Lifting Everybody’
TMA Legislative Council Chair Dr. John Carlo on how the pandemic has exposed inequities and “standing together."
Government & Law
How Will Texas’ Weatherization Laws Impact the Energy Industry?
The director of TCU's energy institute weighs in on the costs and benefits of the new law.
Government & Law
What Could Texas’ Optometry Legislation Mean for Patients?
We sat down with a Fort-Worth based past president of the Texas Optometry Association to find out.
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Conversation With: State Senator Kelly Hancock
Coming off successes last session, he talks about expanding Medicaid (don't), growing surprise billing protections (do), and improving healthcare access.
Government & Law
Midlothian Physician Suspended for Online Solicitation of a Minor
The Texas Medical Board determined that his practice poses a continuing threat to public welfare.
Government & Law
Health Insurance Group Urges Denial of Freestanding ER Waiver
The waiver is "an obvious attempt to leverage a crisis in order to make a profit," a letter to Governor Abbott reads.
Government & Law
Plaintiffs Seek Class Action Status Against Baylor Scott & White Health for Overtime Pay
Employees are alleging that the health system violated the Fair Labor and Standards Act with advanced practice provider pay.
Coronavirus
Call to Action: ‘This Is a Good Time to Redesign Our Healthcare System’
Tens of thousands unite under the Texas Primary Care Consortium to address access, payment, and the uninsured.