The White House has been criticized for its handling of the Afghanistan withdrawal, after releasing a 12-page review of the decision-making process that largely blamed the Trump administration for limiting President Biden’s options. Withdrawal of American Troops in Afghanistan While the Biden administration evacuated some 100,000 allies and American citizens from the country, the sudden … Read more
North Carolina’s real estate market has experienced a boom in recent years, driving up home prices and resulting in expected property tax increases, as almost a quarter of the counties in the state conduct revaluations in 2023. Some Relief for Seniors Mecklenburg County officials anticipate that revaluations will average a 51% increase in the summer … Read more
Colorado has started to distribute payments of up to $1,044 to needy residents in the state this week. $1,044 Relief Checks The Property Tax, Rent, Heat Credit (PTC) Rebate is an annual program that provides financial aid to low-income and elderly individuals to help pay for energy bills and other essential expenses, including rent. Those … Read more
Clare McCann, a former senior policy adviser in the US Department of Education, has been accused of lobbying for the education sector shortly after leaving her position to work for Arnold Ventures, a limited liability corporation. McCann Submits a 14-Page Comment About the Issue McCann submitted a 14-page comment with a colleague to the department … Read more
The Texas House has approved a $302.6 billion state spending plan for the next two years, sending it to the Senate. What is Inside the State Spending Plan Bill? The state spending plan bill includes pay raises for state employees, tax cuts, and more mental health services for millions of residents. The plan allocates $136.9 … Read more
Residents of Idaho have until today, April 8th to receive a cash payment or tax rebate of up to $600 from the Idaho Tax Commission. $600 Tax Rebates in Idaho The Idaho Tax Commission has been issuing tax rebates to eligible Idaho residents since last fall, with payments ranging from $300 for individuals to $600 … Read more
The United States Supreme Court has ruled that transgender athletes in West Virginia may compete on female school sports teams. Transgender Athletes in West Virginia This comes as a response to the state’s challenge to enforce a law that prohibited transgender athletes from doing so. The justices denied the state’s request to lift the appeals … Read more
Prince George’s County in Maryland has approved a pilot program for guaranteed monthly income, providing $500 per month for eligible low-income residents. Pilot Income Program for Low-Income Residents The funding of $4 million will cover 125 low-income residents for two years. The council will provide half of the funding, and the Greater Washington Community Foundation … Read more
American Volkswagen and Audi drivers have until Wednesday, April 12, to apply for a one-time payment of up to $5,350. $5,350 One-Time Payment The one-time payment comes as part of a settlement after customers’ information was allegedly exposed in a data breach. The Volkswagen Group has agreed to settle for $3.5 million, although it has … Read more