September 22, 2009
Lawmakers consider legislation to extend benefits for those who are out of work.
Press Release Service – Wired PR News – The House is considering legislation that will help those who are out of work whose unemployment benefits will soon run out. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), lawmakers are expected to vote on an […]
September 16, 2009
A senior vice president of the company has been fired after using a foreclosed house to host extravagant parties.
Press Release Service – Wired PR News – A senior vice president of Wells Fargo & Co. has been fired after reportedly holding extravagant parties at a bank owned foreclosed home in Malibu. As reported by Reuters, […]
July 29, 2009
A top lawmaker suggests the Republican vote is necessary for Obama’s health care overhaul.
Press Release Service – Wired PR News – Even though Democrats have a majority of votes in the senate, President Obama’s proposed health care plan may be unable to pass without Republican backing. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), Republicans have […]
June 30, 2009
Finance Minister Nigel Dodds is seeking changes in laws to compensate victims of asbestos exposure.
Mesothelioma Cancer News (UK)—UK Finance Minister Nigel Dodds is seeking to change an asbestos compensation law to broaden access for exposure victims and sufferers of asbestos related diseases. As reported by the Press Association, Dodds is set to make a recommendation […]
June 24, 2009
The head of a consumer watchdog panel is seeking more protection from banks for consumers.
Wired PR News – The head of a consumer watchdog panel is reportedly seeking increased consumer protection from banks. As reported by Reuters, Elizabeth Warren, chairman of the Congressional Oversight Panel of the Troubled Asset Relief Program is expected to request […]
June 22, 2009
Some in the president’s party are reportedly questioning whether there are enough votes to pass his comprehensive health plan.
Wired PR News – Some are questioning whether President Barack Obama’s plan for health care has enough votes to pass in the House and Senate. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), in an attempt to reach […]
May 23, 2009
The House rejected a measure to investigate Nancy Pelosi’s claims about waterboarding knowledge.
Wired PR News – Republicans have reportedly been calling for an investigation of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s claim that she was not aware that water boarding was being used against terrorism suspects. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), Democrats were joined by […]
May 4, 2009
The House passes credit card bill, which will now proceed to the Senate.
Wired PR News – The House recently passed a credit card measure designed to eliminate sudden interest rate increases, and other practices labeled as unfair to consumers. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the legislation will now be reviewed and voted on […]
April 9, 2009
House star Kal Penn will take a break from acting to pursue a career in politics.
Wired PR News – Actor Kal Penn is making a surprising career move after seeing substantial success in acting. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the “House” and “Harold and Kumar” films star is taking a break from acting […]
April 1, 2009
Congress approves a measure for the expansion of AmeriCorps.Wired PR News – A House vote approved a bill to put billions of more dollars towards the AmeriCorps volunteer program. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the measure passed on Tuesday will provide for $5.7 billion to expand the program created during the Clinton Administration […]
