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TNT Red, White, & Blue Smoke Fireworks Recalled In 4 States Over Safety Concerns
A popular brand of fireworks is being recalled in four states over concerns that they “can unintentionally explode.” What fireworks are affected by the recall? The TNT Red, White, & Blue Smoke fireworks, which are “intended to emit colored smoke, not explode,” are the fireworks under question. Already three people have suffered burns in separate incidents, prompting the Consumer Products Safety Commission to issue a safety alert earlier this week.
Safety Advocates Ask Congress to Create Better Safety Framework for Driverless Cars
Cautious lawmakers and safety advocates are urging Congress to approach the issue of driverless cars with a healthy degree of skepticism. The watchdogs are asking that lawmakers thoroughly inspect and certify the safety of driverless vehicles before automakers can begin increasing live road tests. They also suggested that Congress should cut down on the number
Coalition of Hospitals Pays $1m for Advertisements Against Senate’s Affordable Care Act Repeal
A coalition of hospitals and medical lobbying groups spent over a million dollars on advertisements decrying Republican attempts to do away with the Affordable Care Act. The organization behind the campaign, The Coalition to Protect America’s Health Care, represents the interests of the American Hospital Association, the Catholic Health Association, and the Association of American
Mitch McConnell Delays Vote to Repeal Affordable Care Act
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has delayed a vote on legislation to repeal and replace Barack Obama’s signature Affordable Care Act. The setback is the latest blow for congressional Republicans, who have struggled to draft a viable replacement for Obamacare. Initial efforts in the House stalled in the early days of President Trump’s presidency, as
Bill Seeks To Protect The Sexual Rights Of Women
Bill Seeks To Protect The Sexual Rights Of Women
Spider-Man Is Committing Crimes All Over The World
Spider-Man Is Committing Crimes All Over The World
Gov. Rick Scott Signs HB 65 To Help Victims of Terrorism
Rick Scott, the governor of Florida, was a busy man last month. Not only did he sign 33 different bills into law during the month of June, but he made sure that one of those laws would allow “victims of terrorism to recover legal fees and damages.” The particular law is known as HB 65, and will provide “a civil remedy for terrorism, providing at least $1,000 in damages and covering attorney fees to those who are victims.” The author of the bill was first-term Rep. Jason Fischer, a Republican from Jacksonville.
Settlement Reached Between U.S. Justice Department and Panda Express Over Discrimination Allegations
Panda Express, a popular restaurant chain with more than 1,800 locations nationwide, recently came under fire for discrimination in their hiring and documentary practices. In an effort to resolve the allegations, the U.S. Justice Department has reached a $600,000 agreement with the operator of Panda Express. Those involved in the agreement hope that it will resolve the “investigation into whether Panda Restaurant Group Inc. discriminated against non-U.S. citizens in violation of the Immigration and Nationality Act when reverifying their permission to work.”
Supreme Court To Hear Arguments on Whether Businesses Can Force Hires into Waiving Their Right to Sue
A case being briefed before the Supreme Court will challenge the legality of a common practice by employers – forcing potential hires to sign contracts waiving their right to sue. The LA Times recently ran an editorial covering the ramifications of the case, brought against Murphy Oil USA by four former employees. At the time