Politics
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CMS proposes nationwide expansion of joint-replacement payment model
CMS has proposed expanding its joint-replacement bundled-payment model nationwide for hip, knee and ankle procedures, with a planned start date of October 1, 2027.
SCAG votes $9.6 million in FIFA World Cup transit funding to Metro
SCAG says its Regional Council voted to allocate $9.6 million in federal World Cup transit funding to LA Metro for 2026 tournament operations.
Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing
The Greens launched their local election campaign with housing at the center, framing affordable homes as a key campaign issue.
Plaid Cymru unveils manifesto with child payments and 100 new GPs
Plaid Cymru launched its Senedd manifesto in Wrexham, promising child payments, expanded childcare and 100 new GPs.
CMS publishes April 9 MLN Connects with new lab reporting reminders and fee updates
CMS used its April 9 MLN Connects newsletter to remind laboratories about upcoming CLFS reporting deadlines and to publish several Medicare operational updates.
Modi to hold multiple rallies in Bengal as BJP escalates campaign
Multiple reports say Narendra Modi will address several rallies and roadshows across West Bengal this week as the BJP intensifies its campaign.
Congress unveils Bengal manifesto, positions itself as 'Third Alternative'
Congress released its West Bengal Assembly manifesto in Kolkata and framed itself as a third alternative with promises on jobs, health and education.
EU pesticide omnibus faces fresh backlash after Commission says safeguards may not be guaranteed
The European Commission's pesticide simplification plan is facing renewed criticism after a report said an official could not guarantee it would protect health and the environment.
Government approves UK's largest solar farm
The government has granted development consent for Springwell Solar Farm, a major solar and battery project in North Kesteven.
DNREC launches statewide assessment of wastewater systems in manufactured home communities
DNREC has begun a statewide assessment of wastewater and drinking-water infrastructure in Delaware manufactured home communities.
Guam retested all-hazards alert sirens this afternoon
Guam Homeland Security said it retested the island’s all-hazards alert sirens at 3:45 p.m. on April 7.
Ofcom’s new CSEA reporting duty for UK platforms takes effect on 7 April
A new Ofcom-linked reporting duty now requires many UK platforms to report detected and unreported CSEA content to the National Crime Agency.
Canada launches Build Communities Strong Fund and announces first projects
Canada has launched the Build Communities Strong Fund and announced the first 13 projects under the new federal infrastructure program.
Perimeter Systems launches biosecurity infrastructure platform
Perimeter Systems has launched as a standalone biosecurity infrastructure company and says it raised $60 million in growth capital.
SEC reports FY2025 enforcement results
The SEC says it filed 456 enforcement actions in fiscal 2025 and obtained $17.9 billion in monetary relief.
NRC logs Browns Ferry Unit 3 reactor protection system actuation in April 7 event report
The NRC’s April 7 event report includes a Browns Ferry Unit 3 reactor protection system actuation, with no reported impact on public health or safety.
Tangipahoa Water District rescinds Eastern Heights boil advisory after water-main break
Tangipahoa Water District has lifted a precautionary boil advisory for Eastern Heights after Louisiana Department of Health testing found the water safe.
FDIC board schedules open meeting on stablecoin, AML, and reputation-risk rules
The FDIC Board approved a package that includes a stablecoin rule proposal, AML/CFT changes and a final rule to remove reputation risk from supervision.
Wales Green Party unveils manifesto with rent freeze, 60,000 social homes and childcare pledges
The Wales Green Party has set out its manifesto priorities, including a rent freeze, 60,000 social homes and childcare promises.
Reform UK says it would deny visas over slavery reparations calls
BBC News reports that Reform UK would deny visas to countries that call for slavery reparations, linking the policy to a recent UN vote.
Greens promise rent controls and £1 bus fares in Welsh election manifesto
The Wales Green Party’s Senedd manifesto includes rent controls, £1 bus fares and free bus travel for under-22s, according to BBC News.
Plan 2 student loan interest rates capped at 6% in England
Plan 2 student loan interest rates in England have been capped at 6%, according to a BBC report published on April 7.
Iowa DOT schedules overnight U.S. 6/Hickman Road closures near Des Moines
Iowa DOT will close eastbound and westbound U.S. 6/Hickman Road overnight on April 8 and 9 for interchange construction near Des Moines.
Public hearing on Columbia Regional Airport terminal loop road set for April 6
Columbia will hold a public hearing on the Terminal Building Loop Road project at Columbia Regional Airport, with funding split 90% FAA and 10% local sales tax.