Trump administration demands states ‘undo’ full SNAP payouts
The demand from the U.S. Department of Agriculture came as more than two dozen states warned of “catastrophic operational disruptions” if the Trump administration does not reimburse them.
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Republicans swat down Democrat’s conditional offer to end shutdown
Lawmakers in both parties were feeling increased urgency to reopen the government Friday as the partisan impasse over the shutdown continued into its 38th day.
Supreme Court issues emergency order to block full SNAP food aid payments
Officials in more than a half-dozen states confirmed that some SNAP recipients already were issued full November payments on Friday. But Jackson’s order could prevent other states from initiating the payments.
Trump administration moves to loosen restrictions it once supported on pollutant
The shift in approach has upended a broad bipartisan consensus on the need to quickly phase out domestic use of hydrofluorocarbons.
Federal judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits in November
Shortly after the judges’ rulings, lawyers for the administration filed a motion to appeal, contesting both Thursday’s decision and the earlier one from Saturday that ordered the federal government to use emergency reserves to fund the food program throughout November.
Indiana health agency plans furloughs because of federal shutdown
The affected Indiana Department of Health workers will not be eligible for back pay, which federal employees have typically received following furloughs during previous government shutdowns.
Rokita files lawsuit against IPS for ‘frustrating’ immigration officials
The lawsuit alleges Indianapolis Public Schools maintains policies that violate Indiana’s anti-sanctuary statute.
Trump unveils deal with Lilly, Novo to expand coverage, lower costs on obesity drugs
Thursday’s announcement is the latest attempt by the Trump administration to rein in soaring drug prices in its efforts to address cost-of-living concerns among voters.
Indianapolis among 40 chosen for shutdown-related flight reductions
The FAA is imposing the flight reductions to relieve pressure on air traffic controllers who are working without pay during the government shutdown and have been increasingly calling off work.
UPDATE: FAA reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 ‘high-volume’ markets during shutdown
The cutback stands to impact thousands of flights nationwide because the FAA directs more than 44,000 flights daily, including commercial passenger flights, cargo planes and private aircraft.
Longest shutdown in history costing economy about $15B each week, analysts say
Now in its 36th day, the shutdown has surpassed the previous record set in early 2019 during President Donald Trump’s first term.
UPDATE: White House nears deal with Lilly, Novo to slash obesity drug prices for Medicare
The deal is seen as one of the most significant in the administration’s current drug-pricing push, given the potential effect on public health and spending on health care.
UPDATE: Trump administration says it will pay out half of November’s SNAP benefits
SNAP regularly costs the federal government about $9 billion a month. But the federal shutdown, which has lasted more than a month, has affected the program because Congress has not appropriated new funds for it.
Indiana General Assembly to convene for redistricting talks in December
House Speaker Todd Huston and Senate President Pro Tem Roderic Bray announced Monday that rather than hold a special session, the Indiana Legislature will convene for an early start to its regular session.
Fishers-based company forms $1.4B partnership to produce rare earth magnets
The funding will support the production of advanced rare earth element separation, metallization and magnet manufacturing capabilities in the United States.
Flight delays persist as government shutdown leads to air traffic controller shortages
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has been warning that travelers will start to see more flight disruptions the longer controllers go without a paycheck.
Judges could rule on the fate of SNAP food aid as deadline nears for shutdown to end payments
Even if a judge rules the benefits cannot be suspended for the first time in SNAP’s 61-year history, many beneficiaries are likely to face delays in getting the debit cards they use to buy groceries reloaded.
New Indiana task force aims to boost state’s role in U.S. drone development
The new “Indiana Initiative for Drone Dominance Task Force” will coordinate work across government, universities and private industry.
Judge says she’ll likely order Trump administration to send SNAP funds to states
The judge made it clear she wants USDA to get the emergency money out the door, not come up with excuses for why it believes it can’t.
Banks, retailers run short on pennies after US Mint stops making them
Not one retailer or bank has called for the penny to stick around, but the abrupt decision to get rid of them came with no guidance from the government.