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Infrastructure talks in political jeopardy as infighting spills into the open

July 27, 2021 | The Washington Post

For weeks, the 10 Republicans and Democrats hashing out a roughly $1 trillion package to revitalize the nation’s roads, bridges, pipes, ports and internet connections have insisted that the group was close to finalizing a deal with the White House.

‘A tipping point’: Government officials, health groups move to require coronavirus vaccines for workers

July 27, 2021 | The Washington Post

The Department of Veterans Affairs announced Monday it would mandate coronavirus vaccines for its front-line workers, signaling what some experts believe could be a national pivot to such requirements.

Hampton to vacate Noblesville council seat for new job in Florida

July 27, 2021 | Kurt Christian

Former TV sportscaster Wil Hampton has represented the city’s District 4 since he was first elected in 2015. He has accepted a job as associate director of athletics for a Florida university.

Senators, White House in crunch time on infrastructure deal

July 28, 2021 | Associated Press

Despite several ongoing disputes, all sides — the White House, Republicans and Democrats — sounded upbeat that an accord was within reach as senators braced for a possible weekend session to finish the deal.

Can Biden’s plans manufacture more U.S. factory jobs?

July 28, 2021 | Associated Press

Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Barack Obama and Donald Trump each said their policies would save manufacturing jobs, yet none of them broke the long-term trend in a lasting way.

Senators hit breakthrough on $1T infrastructure bill’s big issues

July 28, 2021 | Associated Press

The bipartisan package includes about $600 billion in new spending on highways, bridges, transit, broadband, water systems and other public works projects.

Biden to launch vaccine push for millions of federal workers

July 29, 2021 | Associated Press

Hoping to set a model for employers nationwide, President Joe Biden will announce Thursday that millions of federal workers must show proof they’ve received a coronavirus vaccine or submit to regular testing and stringent social distancing, masking and travel restrictions.

Holcomb extends public emergency as contagious delta variant spreads quickly

July 29, 2021 | Associated Press

The number of Indiana counties approaching high risk for community spread of COVID-19 nearly quadrupled in one week as an especially contagious coronavirus variant spread throughout the state.

The Latest: State extends emergency designation | Biden orders vaccine rules for federal workers

July 30, 2021 | IBJ Staff

With COVID numbers on the rise and businesses taking steps to require masks or vaccinations, IBJ is collected tidbits here. Check back regularly for updates.

Biden orders tough new vaccination rules for federal workers

July 30, 2021 | Associated Press

The federal government directly employs about 4 million people (including about 38,900 in Indiana), but Biden’s action could affect many more when federal contractors are factored in.

Congress in longshot bid to extend expiring eviction ban

July 30, 2021 | Associated Press

A House panel convened to consider emergency legislation to extend the ban, which expires Saturday, through Dec. 31. But approving an extension would be a steep climb in the narrowly-split Congress.

Philanthropic world skeptical of proposed federal legislation

July 30, 2021 | Susan Orr

A bill introduced last month in the U.S. Senate would add rules about how quickly donor-advised funds must distribute money to charity, but critics say the rules are unnecessary and could have the unintended consequence of hurting charitable giving.

Editorial: Redistricting process should be transparent, non-partisan

July 30, 2021

We urge majority Republicans to refrain from using redistricting to make political gains, to punish lawmakers (of either party) with whom they might not agree, or to dilute the influence of underserved people.

Schumer: Vote on infrastructure bill could come within days

August 1, 2021 | Associated Press

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said he was prepared to keep lawmakers in Washington for as long as it took to complete votes on both the bipartisan infrastructure plan and a budget blueprint.

IU trustee, manufacturing executive dies at 62

August 1, 2021 | IBJ Staff

Melanie Walker recently co-chaired the search committee that chose new Indiana University President Pamela Whitten.

Pelosi, Democrats call on Biden to extend federal eviction ban

August 1, 2021 | Associated Press

Congress was unable to pass legislation swiftly to extend the ban, which expired at midnight Saturday, and the Democratic leaders said it was now up to President Joe Biden’s administration to act.

Senators unveil $1T infrastructure bill with 2,700 pages

August 2, 2021 | Associated Press

The bipartisan bill calls for $550 billion in new spending over five years above projected federal levels, in what could be one of the more substantial expenditures on the nation’s roads, bridges, waterworks, broadband and the electric grid in years.

Real estate, landlord groups file legal salvo to stop new eviction moratorium

August 5, 2021 | The Washington Post

Only one day after the Biden administration issued a new policy protecting renters from eviction, a series of real estate and landlord groups is trying to invalidate it.

Resource officer guru says police at schools need more training

August 5, 2021 | Lee V. Gaines, WFYI

The director of the Indiana School Resource Officers Association wants all police who work in school environments to understand the basics of the job, including adolescent brain development, working with students with special needs and de-escalation techniques.

Budget office: Infrastructure bill adds $256B to deficits

August 5, 2021 | Associated Press

Nearing decision time, senators are wrapping up work on the bipartisan infrastructure plan, and talks were under way late Thursday to expedite consideration and voting on the nearly $1 trillion proposal.

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Infrastructure talks in political jeopardy as infighting spills into the open

‘A tipping point’: Government officials, health groups move to require coronavirus vaccines for workers

Hampton to vacate Noblesville council seat for new job in Florida

Senators, White House in crunch time on infrastructure deal

Can Biden’s plans manufacture more U.S. factory jobs?

Senators hit breakthrough on $1T infrastructure bill’s big issues

Biden to launch vaccine push for millions of federal workers

Holcomb extends public emergency as contagious delta variant spreads quickly

The Latest: State extends emergency designation | Biden orders vaccine rules for federal workers

Biden orders tough new vaccination rules for federal workers

Congress in longshot bid to extend expiring eviction ban

Philanthropic world skeptical of proposed federal legislation

Editorial: Redistricting process should be transparent, non-partisan

Schumer: Vote on infrastructure bill could come within days

IU trustee, manufacturing executive dies at 62

Pelosi, Democrats call on Biden to extend federal eviction ban

Senators unveil $1T infrastructure bill with 2,700 pages

Real estate, landlord groups file legal salvo to stop new eviction moratorium

Resource officer guru says police at schools need more training

Budget office: Infrastructure bill adds $256B to deficits