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Senator Cassidy demands answers on migrant children's safety from Biden administration, contractor
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has called for answers from the Biden administration and its contractor, The Providencia Group (TPG). This comes in response to reports suggesting that unaccompanied children are being released into unsafe environments, including potential instances of human trafficking and forced labor.
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Senator Bill Cassidy addresses Senate on improving access to quality dental care
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, addressed the Senate during a hearing on dental care in the United States. During his speech, Cassidy emphasized the importance of access to quality dental care and urged for greater bipartisan cooperation in crafting legislation to address health workforce shortages.
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Senate Democrats block Cassidy's bill to combat illegal fentanyl
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has expressed his disappointment following Senate Democrats' objection to the passage of his Halt Lethal Trafficking (HALT) Fentanyl Act. The legislation seeks to permanently classify fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), a status that is due to expire at the end of 2024.
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Senators introduce resolution to celebrate National Charter School Week
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, Tim Scott (R-SC), Michael Bennet (D-CO), and 19 colleagues introduced a resolution today to celebrate National Charter School Week and recognize charter schools’ contributions to the academic landscape.
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Senators introduce CRA to overturn Biden's new fiduciary rule
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, Ted Budd (R-NC), Joe Manchin (D-WV), and Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS) introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution on May 15th to overturn the Biden administration's new rule that expands the Department of Labor’s (DOL) regulatory power over financial advisors. The policy is said to increase the cost of compliance for financial advisors and restrict access to retirement investment savings for many low-income Americans. U.S. Representative...
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Senator Cassidy seeks information from UnitedHealth on Change Healthcare cyberattack
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has sought information from UnitedHealth Group (UHG) regarding its response to the February 21 cyberattack on its subsidiary Change Healthcare. The attack has caused significant disruption for patients and health care providers across the country.
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Senator Cassidy introduces bill for union transparency and worker protection
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has introduced legislation aimed at improving transparency in union elections. While Cassidy supports workers' rights to join a union, the bill specifically aims to prevent unions from misleading workers about the state of the union's pension benefits during recruitment efforts.
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Senator Cassidy proposes measures to modernize National Institutes of Health
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has unveiled a white paper outlining proposals to modernize the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Last year, Cassidy sought feedback from stakeholders on potential policies Congress could consider to update NIH.
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Ranking Member Cassidy Urges Coordination and Transparency from Biden Admin in Avian Flu Response
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has called on President Biden to promote coordination and transparency in the administration's response to the H5N1 influenza (Avian Flu) outbreak.In a letter addressed to President Biden, Dr. Cassidy emphasized the importance of clear communication and collaboration among relevant departments and agencies in addressing key questions related to the avian flu outbreak. He stated, "As president, it is your responsibility to ensure that...
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Ranking Member Cassidy Criticizes Biden's Veto of Bipartisan CRA Repealing Joint Employer Rule
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D., the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, expressed his disappointment following President Biden’s decision to veto the bipartisan Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution aimed at repealing the National Labor Relations Board’s joint employer rule.In a statement, Dr. Cassidy highlighted the impact of Biden's veto on the American franchise model, stating, “Biden’s joint employer rule undermines the American franchise model that has empowered those underrepresented in the business community,...
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Ranking Member Cassidy Delivers Remarks During Hearing on Underrepresentation of Minority Doctors, Maternal Mortality
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, highlighted the underrepresentation of minority doctors and maternal mortality during a recent hearing in Washington, D.C.Cassidy addressed the shortage of physicians in the United States, emphasizing the impact on healthcare delivery in all communities. He raised concerns about the projected shortage of physicians in Louisiana by 2030, stressing the need for more doctors in underserved areas.During the hearing, Cassidy pointed out the...
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Ranking Member Cassidy, Blackburn Launch Inquiry into Department of Education’s Reported Lax Telework Policies
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) have initiated an inquiry into the Department of Education’s telework policies, expressing concerns about the impact of remote work on the agency's efficiency. The senators raised these concerns in a letter addressed to Secretary Cardona, highlighting the need for clarity on the current telework situation at the DeptEd.In their letter, the senators emphasized the potential negative consequences of the DeptEd's telework policies on fulfilling its obligations to students and families. They...
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Ranking Member Cassidy Delivers Speech Blasting Biden’s FAFSA Failures on National College Decision Day
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, criticized the Biden administration for its handling of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) program on National College Decision Day.Dr. Cassidy expressed his frustration at the delays in implementing the FAFSA program, stating, "Some students will decide not to go to school because they don't know if they can afford it." He also criticized the administration's focus on student loan forgiveness, which he...
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Ranking Member Cassidy Demands Accountability from Biden Admin Following Major Leak of Confidential Economic Information
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has called for accountability from the Biden Administration in the wake of a significant leak of confidential economic information. Reports have surfaced indicating that an official from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) leaked sensitive data to certain Wall Street traders, granting them an unfair advantage in the market.The leaked information, which included undisclosed changes to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) calculations for...
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Ranking Member Cassidy Rebukes Biden Admin Attempt to Dramatically Increase FDA Authority over Laboratory Developed Tests
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has criticized the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) final rule regarding Laboratory Developed Tests (LDTs). The rule aims to classify LDTs as medical devices under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, thereby increasing FDA's regulatory authority and enforcement over these tests.In a statement, Dr. Cassidy expressed his concerns, stating, "The FDA does not have the authority to unilaterally increase its regulatory...
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Ranking Member Cassidy Criticizes Biden’s Final Rule Restricting Health Coverage Access
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has strongly criticized the Department of Labor’s (DOL) final rule that limits American workers' ability to access quality, affordable health care.The final regulation targets Association Health Plans (AHP), which have been instrumental in providing small businesses and workers with access to quality health insurance as an alternative to the increasingly costly plans available on the Affordable Care Act marketplace. Senator Cassidy...
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Ranking Member Cassidy, Budd Slam DOL’s New Fiduciary Rule Threatening Americans’ Access to Retirement Savings
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and Ted Budd (R-NC) expressed strong opposition to the Department of Labor’s (DOL) new fiduciary rule, citing concerns about its impact on Americans' access to retirement savings.The new rule, which expands DOL’s regulatory power over financial advisors, has drawn criticism for increasing compliance costs for advisors and potentially limiting investment options for low-income Americans. Senators Cassidy and Budd highlighted the...
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Ranking Member Cassidy Rebukes Biden’s New Overtime Rule
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, strongly criticized the Department of Labor's new overtime rule, stating that it will have detrimental effects on American families and businesses. The rule raises the threshold for salaried employees to be eligible for overtime to $58,656, a 65 percent increase from the previous level set during the Trump administration. Cassidy expressed concerns that the policy will lead to job losses, lower wages, and increased prices for consumers.Cassidy...
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Senator Cassidy Calls for Action on Antisemitic Attacks and Harassment of Jewish Students
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has spoken out on the ongoing antisemitic attacks and harassment faced by Jewish students on college campuses across the nation.“No student should fear for their safety at school. There are no grounds for a nuanced response to the sickening calls of violence against Jewish students,” Senator Cassidy emphasized. He stressed the need for immediate action, stating, “The antisemitic scenes unfolding at Columbia University and college campuses...
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Investigation into Child Labor Violations: Senator Cassidy Requests Information from Tyson Foods
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, as the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has intensified his investigation into child labor violations by requesting information from Tyson Foods, Inc. regarding their hiring practices. Cassidy's inquiry stems from concerns over reports of illegal child labor practices within major meat producers, including Tyson Foods.In a letter addressing Tyson Foods, Cassidy highlighted the importance of preventing unaccompanied children from being employed in hazardous work environments. He emphasized the...