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'One step closer to protecting pregnant workers': New bill protects pregnant women from workplace discrimination
By Andy Nghiem | May 15, 2021
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed legislation to protect pregnant women from employment discrimination.
'Vaccines are a gift': Hidalgo voices support for vaccines as CDC loosens measures for fully vaccinated people
By Andy Nghiem | May 15, 2021
On May 13, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that fully vaccinated individuals can resume activities without wearing a mask or practicing social distancing.
'Texas supports law and order': New bill will impose more severe penalties for interfering with emergency vehicles
By Andy Nghiem | May 14, 2021
The Texas House of Representatives recently passed a bill to increase criminal penalties and make jail time mandatory for the crime of obstructing emergency vehicles.
'We must stand strong with Israel': Middleton denounces violence in Israel
By Andy Nghiem | May 14, 2021
Texas State Rep. Mayes Middleton (R-Wallisville) spoke out against the recent violence in Israel and called on the Biden administration to support the Israeli government.
Texas House approves bill to ban homeless encampments, protect cities from 'violent or hazardous activity'
By Andy Nghiem | May 10, 2021
The Texas House of Representatives has approved legislation to ban homeless encampments in unapproved public spaces across the state.
'Texas is committed to eradicating human trafficking': House passes bill to raise minimum age of sex workers
By Andy Nghiem | May 10, 2021
To help combat human trafficking, the Texas House of Representatives has unanimously approved a bill to raise the minimum age of workers employed at sexually oriented businesses.