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February 16, 2013

Senate Passes Black History Month Resolution co-sponsored by Cochran

SENATE PASSES BLACK HISTORY MONTH RESOLUTION WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate this week passed a resolution commemorating Black History Month. U.S. Senator Thad Cochran (R-Miss.) was an original cosponsor of the resolution, which honors the contributions and achievements of African American pioneers and more recent leaders. The measure was introduced by Senator Kristen Gillibrand (D-N.Y.)…
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February 16, 2013

Palazzo “Right to Refuse” Amendment Would Reverse Health Care Mandate Tax

Proposal Would Prevent Forced Purchases of Goods and Services Washington, DC- Congressman Steven Palazzo (R-MS), this week introduced, H.J. Resolution 28, a “Right to Refuse” proposal that would prevent Congress from taxing individuals and businesses as punishment for failing to purchase goods and services. The proposal, introduced as a constitutional amendment, would essentially overturn the…