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Plaquemines Parish: Residents received $62.94 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 5% of income in Plaquemines Parish, providing an average of $2,795 per capita to residents.

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 13, 2025

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Sanders and senators urge administration to reinstate LIHEAP workers

Senator Bernie Sanders, along with 30 of his Senate colleagues, has addressed a letter to Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., calling for the reinstatement of workers who were recently dismissed from the office that...

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 11, 2025

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Sanders to join care workers town hall amid Medicaid cuts discussion

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 10, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders plans to participate in a town hall event with domestic care workers across the nation.

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Sanders and Scott lead initiative to raise U.S. minimum wage to $17 by 2030

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 9, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Bobby Scott have introduced the Raise the Wage Act, aiming to increase the minimum wage to $17 by 2030.

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Lawmakers and advocates push for $17 minimum wage by 2030

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 8, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Representative Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (D-Va.), backed by 174 colleagues from both the Senate and the House of Representatives, have introduced the Raise the Wage Act aimed at increasing the federal minimum wage...

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Sanders, Scott to announce $17 minimum wage legislation at April 8 press conference

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 4, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Robert C. “Bobby” Scott, along with other legislators and workers, have revealed plans for a press conference aimed at introducing the Raise the Wage Act.

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Jefferson Parish: Medicaid dependency reached 5.6% in 2022

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 2, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 5.6% of income in Jefferson Parish, providing an average of $3,267 per capita to residents.

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Potential impact of Musk's SSA staffing cuts raises concerns

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 1, 2025

Ahead of a pivotal Senate Finance Committee vote on advancing a nominee for Commissioner of the Social Security Administration, Senator Bernie Sanders released findings illustrating the potential impact of Elon Musk’s proposal to reduce the SSA...

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Lincoln Manor Gym to host activation adaptive sports event on April 3, 2025

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 31, 2025

Field of Hope will host the Activation Adaptive Sports event at the Lincoln Manor Recreation Center/Gymnasium on April 3, 2025.

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Sanders criticizes HHS staff cuts impacting health services for Americans

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 27, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont has expressed his concerns following the recent announcement by Elon Musk and Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about significant staff reductions at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

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Sanders reports over 46 million students without civil rights watchdogs under Trump

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 27, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders has released a report highlighting concerns about civil rights protections for students following actions by the Trump administration.

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Plaquemines Parish: Income Maintenance made up 2.3% of total income in 2022

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.3% of income in Plaquemines Parish, providing an average of $1,282 per capita to residents.

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Sanders leads senators opposing education department layoffs under Trump administration

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 17, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders, along with 37 other senators, has addressed a letter to Secretary of Education Linda McMahon expressing their concern over recent actions by the Trump administration.

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Sanders calls for Senate approval of expanded Medicare benefits

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 11, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont called for unanimous consent on the Senate floor to pass his Medicare Dental, Hearing, and Vision Expansion Act.

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Sanders and Doggett propose bills to expand Medicare coverage

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 11, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Lloyd Doggett have introduced new legislation aimed at expanding Medicare to cover dental, vision, and hearing care for American seniors.

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Income inequality linked to reduced life expectancy among working-class Americans

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 7, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders, serving as the Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP), has unveiled a report that highlights significant disparities in life expectancy across different socioeconomic groups...

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Kenner Italian Heritage Festival celebrates 20 years of tradition

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 6, 2025

For over two decades, the Festa Italiana has paid tribute to Italian immigrants who have significantly influenced the community.

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Sanders calls for investigation into DOGE and subpoenas Elon Musk

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 6, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders, an Independent from Vermont and the Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP), has called for a formal investigation into the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

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Legislators reintroduce PRO Act aimed at bolstering worker's right amid growing inequality

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 5, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders, along with a coalition of Democratic leaders and labor advocates, has reintroduced the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act (PRO Act) in Congress.

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Sanders and colleagues set to reintroduce PRO Act for worker rights

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 3, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders, alongside Representative Bobby Scott and other congressional leaders, announced a press conference to reintroduce the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act (PRO Act).