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politics5 days ago•182 min saved

Rule forces green-card applicants to depart the US during processing, reshaping immigration

The Trump administration unveiled a rule requiring green-card applicants to leave the United States during the application process, a sweeping change that could force hundreds of thousands to leave their jobs and families while their residency requests are processed. The policy, which includes exemptions for extraordinary circumstances, would affect a large share of legal immigration and is expected to face lawsuits as critics argue it would hurt U.S. competitiveness and disrupt communities.

via CNN|

#green-card #immigration #legal-immigration

politics1 month ago•20 min saved

White House eases safeguards for presidential records

After the DOJ ruled the post-Watergate presidential-records law unconstitutional, White House lawyers adopted a discretionary-guidelines approach to preserving presidential records, a move experts say weakens long-standing safeguards.

via The Washington Post|

#justice-department #policy-change #politics

military2 months ago•2 min saved

US Army Extends Enlistment Age to 42 and Loosens Marijuana Conviction Rules

The US Army raised the maximum enlistment age to 42 and removed restrictions for recruits with a single marijuana-related conviction, aligning with other branches and aiming to bolster recruitment as the force faces aging recruits and prior shortfalls.

via The Guardian|

#army #enlistment-age #marijuana-policy

politics2 months ago•18 min saved

Pentagon seeks Scouting America policy changes impacting transgender youths

The Defense Department is pushing policy changes to Scouting America that critics say target transgender youths, signalling a broader shift in participation rules and program administration.

via AP News|

#defense #pentagon #policy-change

politics3 months ago•213 min saved

VA halts controversial disability-rule after veteran outrage

The Department of Veterans Affairs will not enforce a newly published interim rule that would base disability ratings on functional status while on medications, halting enforcement after widespread backlash; the rule—aimed at adjusting benefits and published in the Federal Register—drew fierce criticism from the VFW and lawmakers who warned it could penalize veterans who follow doctors’ orders, including concerns about psychiatric medications, and a lawsuit has been filed to block it.

via CNN|

#disability-benefits #lawsuits #policy-change

policy3 months ago•9 min saved

New VA rule ties disability ratings to medication effects, sparking veteran concern

The VA issued a Federal Register rule allowing disability ratings to reflect improvements from medications or treatments, potentially lowering ratings during reevaluation even when the underlying disability remains. Veterans groups warn this could reduce benefits and deter care, especially for PTSD and toxic-exposure conditions, while VA officials say the rule formalizes a longstanding practice and won’t affect current ratings. The rule has drawn widespread backlash and thousands of public comments as questions about implementation and legal implications remain unresolved.

via Task & Purpose|

#disability-rating #medications #note-not-used

education4 months ago•5 min saved

Texas A&M Faces Backlash Over Censorship of Plato in Courses

Texas A&M University is implementing new restrictions on discussing race, gender, and sexuality in courses, affecting around 200 classes, including cancellations and content revisions, amid political and social backlash.

via The Texas Tribune|

#academic-freedom #course-restrictions #education

health4 months ago•3 min saved

US Revises Childhood Vaccine Schedule Amid New Health Concerns

The Trump administration has reduced the recommended childhood vaccine schedule from 17 to 11 vaccines, aligning with international standards, which has sparked controversy and political debate over public health and vaccine trust.

via Axios|

#childhood-vaccination #health #policy-change

health4 months ago•0 min saved

US Simplifies Childhood Vaccine Schedule Amid Rotavirus Concerns

The CDC no longer broadly recommends certain childhood vaccines, including for influenza, rotavirus, and hepatitis A, under new guidance from the Trump administration and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., aiming to align with other countries but facing criticism from health experts for potentially reducing protection against common diseases.

via The Washington Post|

#cdc #childhood-immunizations #health

health4 months ago•6 min saved

US Revises Childhood Vaccine Schedule to Recommend Fewer Shots

The US has reduced its recommended childhood vaccines from 16 to 11, focusing only on the most essential vaccines, a move criticized by medical experts for potentially increasing preventable diseases and causing public confusion, while being driven by political motives and lacking transparent review.

via AP News|

#cdc #children #health

government4 months ago•2 min saved

HHS Closes Loopholes in Child Care Funding Verification

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is reversing Biden-era rules that allowed states to pay child care providers in advance based on enrollment, instead restoring attendance-based billing and parental voucher flexibility to prevent fraud and ensure funds are used appropriately for supporting working families.

via U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) (.gov)|

#child-care #fraud-prevention #funding-oversight

politics4 months ago•0 min saved

Kennedy Center's Name Change Sparks Cancellations and Controversy

The Kennedy Center amended its board rules months before a vote to add Trump's name, now allowing only trustees appointed by the president to vote, excluding other members including Democrats, citing 'longstanding precedent.'

via The Washington Post|

#board-rules #kennedy-center #policy-change

business4 months ago•4 min saved

Student Loan Bankruptcy Success Rate Surges to 87%

A recent study shows that the success rate for discharging student loans in bankruptcy has increased dramatically to 87%, largely due to updated guidelines introduced in 2022 that make it easier for borrowers to seek relief, offering a potential lifeline for millions struggling with education debt.

via CNBC|

#bankruptcy #business #debt-relief

economy5 months ago•0 min saved

Student Loan Wage Garnishment to Resume Early Next Year

Wage garnishment for defaulted student loans is set to resume early next year, signaling a return to debt collection efforts for borrowers who have defaulted on their loans.

via The Washington Post|

#debt-collection #economy #financial-news

health5 months ago•4 min saved

CDC Reverses Universal Hepatitis B Vaccine Recommendation for Newborns

The CDC has officially stopped recommending universal hepatitis B vaccination for all newborns, instead advising only those born to infected mothers to receive the vaccine within 24 hours, citing informed consent concerns. This decision has faced criticism from health experts who warn it could lead to increased hepatitis B cases, reversing decades of progress in disease prevention. The change reflects broader shifts in CDC guidance under new leadership, raising concerns about scientific integrity and public health safety.

via NBC News|

#cdc #health #hepatitis-b