Primary care providers received additional Medicare payments in 2011; will receive boost in Medicaid funding in 2013 and 2014 Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2012. Primary care physicians serving Medicaid patients would see their Medicaid payments rise under a proposed rule announced today by Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius. [Read More…]
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HHS Announces Available Funding for Construction, Renovation of School-based health Centers
Grants from the health care law will help create jobs, improve children’s health Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2012. During her remarks at a Healthy Schools Campaign and Trust for America’s Health event, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced the availability of funding for the construction and renovation of[Read More…]
Governors State Offers New Online MBA Supply Chain Management Program
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Beginning in the Spring 2013 semester, the College of Business and Public Administration at Governors State University will offer a fully online, accelerated Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Supply Chain Management. The Supply Chain Management MBA provides tomorrow’s executives with the strong business[Read More…]
Senator Kirk: ‘I Want to Thank Everyone For the Patience and Support They are Giving Me to Recover’
Kirk video on his rehabilitation ‘walking program’ CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 8, 2012. Today U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) released a video outlining the progress of his recovery after suffering from an ischemic stroke in January and expressed his deep gratitude to the people of Illinois for allowing him the time he[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Announces Roadmap to Retirement Security
Mayor Testifies in Springfield on Behalf of Chicago Taxpayers, City Employees; Proposes Reforms to Reduce City’s Unfunded Pension Liability by 40 Percent SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–May 8, 2012. Mayor Rahm Emanuel traveled to Springfield today to testify before the House Personnel and Pension Committee and discuss a roadmap to retirement security for Chicago’s[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Welcomes Athletes to the 44th Special Olympics Spring Games
Opening Ceremonies Bring More than 3,000 Athletes to Soldier Field CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 8, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn today welcomed Special Olympics Spring Games athletes to Solider Field, the birthplace of the Special Olympics. The opening ceremonies will kick off three days of track and field events for more than 3,000 athletes.[Read More…]
We Can’t Wait: HHS Announces First 26 Health Care Innovation Awards
Programs will save estimated $254 million, improve health care Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 8, 2012. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today announced the first batch of organizations for Health Care Innovation awards. Made possible by the health care law – the Affordable Care Act – the awards will support[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Proclaims Senior Corps Week in Illinois
Serve Illinois Commission Commends Volunteers for Their Continued Dedication and Service SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–May 7, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn proclaimed May 7-11, 2012 as Senior Corps Week in Illinois. Senior Corps connects volunteers 55 and older with people and organizations to serve as mentors, coaches, or companions to those in need. “Senior[Read More…]
NOW Urges North Carolina Voters to Reject Amendment One
Statement of NOW President Terry O’Neill Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 7, 2012. The National Organization for Women urges North Carolinians to vote against “Amendment One” as they head to the polls tomorrow, May 8. The proposed measure would amend the state’s constitution to say “Marriage between one man and one woman is[Read More…]
Presidential Proclamation — National Charter Schools Week, 2012
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 7, 2012. As a Nation, we share a responsibility to provide our children with a world-class education. By keeping our young people engaged in learning, we help them develop the skills and values that will not only guide them in life, but also prepare them to thrive in[Read More…]
