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Bill to raise tobacco age has unlikely allies: Altria, Juul

Bill to raise tobacco age has unlikely allies: Altria, Juul

Congress is moving ahead with legislation that would raise the age to buy tobacco and vaping products from 18 to 21. The sales restriction has the support of two unlikely backers: Marlboro-cigarette maker Altria and e-cigarette maker Juul.
by The Associated Press

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House passes $1.4 trillion federal spending bill

House passes $1.4 trillion federal spending bill

The Democratic-controlled House has passed a $1.4 trillion government-wide spending package, handing President Trump a victory on his U.S.-Mexico border fence. It also gives Democrats spending increases across a swath of domestic programs.
by The Associated Press

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Duluth bans 'conversion therapy' for minors

Duluth bans 'conversion therapy' for minors

Advocacy groups have been trying get state and local governments to prohibit the therapy from being used on minors. The controversial treatment is designed to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of a person. Duluth’s action follows a similar ordinance just passed in Minneapolis.
by Tim Nelson

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Congress considers bipartisan compromise legislation on surprise medical bills

Congress considers bipartisan compromise legislation on surprise medical bills

Lawmakers in both parties are trying to balance the competing needs of powerful stakeholders and consumers stuck with high bills. Despite progress, many insiders expect work to continue into 2020.
by Rachel Bluth

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