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News from December 2024

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Hawley proposes expanded child tax credit for working families

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 17, 2024

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has put forward a proposal aimed at expanding the Child Tax Credit (CTC) to support working families.

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Missouri joins lawsuit against investment giants over alleged energy market manipulation

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 17, 2024

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced that he is joining a coalition of 11 states in a lawsuit against BlackRock, State Street Corporation, and Vanguard Group.

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Hawley introduces bill to prevent Pharmacy Benefit Managers from owning pharmacies

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 16, 2024

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has introduced the Patients Before Monopolies (PBM) Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at regulating Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs).

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Edward J. Feser named president-elect at Saint Louis University

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 16, 2024

Dr. Edward J. Feser has been appointed as the 34th president of Saint Louis University (SLU), effective following an extensive national search conducted by a committee of SLU trustees, faculty, staff, students, and members of the Society of Jesus.

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Government Waste Watchdog: ‘We have to fix the mess’ in federal drug discount program in which 84 MO hospitals participate

By Show-Me State Times reports | Dec 15, 2024

A government waste watchdog group said a federal drug discount program in which 84 Missouri hospitals participate is a “mess” and needs more oversight.

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Congresswoman Cori Bush calls for action on ERA and clemency

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 14, 2024

Congresswoman Cori Bush recently tweeted about key political issues including equality and clemency.

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Saint Louis University celebrates midyear commencement; President Pestello delivers final address

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 14, 2024

Saturday morning saw hundreds of students graduating at Saint Louis University's Midyear Commencement, held at Chaifetz Arena.

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Patient advocate: ‘It’s time for all of us’ to ‘become advocates’ for better healthcare policies ‘on behalf of patients'

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 13, 2024

Connie Farrow, executive director of Patients Come First-Missouri, expressed concerns about the healthcare system's prioritization of "special interests" over patients.

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Watchdog Group: 340B Program fails low-income patients

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 12, 2024

U.S. taxpayer watchdog group Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW) has raised concerns about the 340B Drug Pricing Program, alleging that hospitals are exploiting the program to purchase medications at a discount while charging patients full...

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Cori Bush highlights key initiatives and personal connections

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 12, 2024

Congresswoman Cori Bush discusses significant legislative initiatives and personal experiences impacting her political agenda as highlighted in tweets posted on December 12th, including a focus on global impacts and housing security measures for...

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Hawley calls for Missouri farmers' inclusion in federal disaster relief

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 12, 2024

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has reached out to the Senate Appropriations Committee, advocating for Missouri farmers to be included in an upcoming disaster aid package.

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Congresswoman Cori Bush expresses gratitude and commitment in recent tweets

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 12, 2024

Congresswoman Cori Bush shared tweets on December 12th reflecting gratitude for congressional colleagues and reaffirming her dedication to justice inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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Cori Bush urges action on human rights and announces farewell address

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 12, 2024

Congresswoman Cori Bush has addressed significant issues through her social media posts dated December 10-12, 2024.

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Hawley criticizes Biden administration's support for Grain Belt Express project

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 12, 2024

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has voiced strong opposition to the Biden Administration's decision to support the Grain Belt Express transmission line project with a $4.9 billion conditional loan guarantee.

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Cori Bush reflects on tenure with farewell address and advocacy highlights

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 12, 2024

Congresswoman Cori Bush delivered her Farewell Address on December 12th and reflected on key achievements during her tenure representing Missouri's 1st District.

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FDA conducted second lowest number of inspections on Drugs companies in Missouri during Q3

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Drugs companies from Missouri in the third quarter of 2024.

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Jonathan Sawday wins MLA prize for book on Renaissance literature

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 11, 2024

Saint Louis University (SLU) Professor Jonathan Sawday has been awarded the prestigious James Russell Lowell Prize by the Modern Language Association (MLA).

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Senator Hawley introduces bill targeting airline fare practices

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 11, 2024

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has introduced the End Airline Extortion Act, aiming to address what he describes as predatory practices by airlines concerning fares and additional fees.

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Hawley and Warren introduce bill targeting Pharmacy Benefit Managers' practices

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 11, 2024

U.S. Senators Josh Hawley and Elizabeth Warren have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing the influence of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) in the pharmaceutical industry.

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Amy E. Wright receives honorable mention for prestigious literary prize

By Show-Me State Times | Dec 11, 2024

Saint Louis University's Amy E. Wright, Ph.D., has been recognized with an honorable mention by the Modern Language Association of America (MLA) for the Katherine Singer Kovacs Prize.