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The Hill
3 hours ago
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- The Hill
Republicans move to clear final hurdles to funding bill before recess
Senate Republicans are moving swiftly to clear key hurdles in their effort to pass a set of spending bills before the August recess and get the ball moving toward avoiding a government shutdown in two months. Appropriators are crafting a three-bill package that covers full-year funding for the departments of Agriculture (USDA), Veterans Affairs (VA), Commerce, Justice (DOJ), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), rural development, military construction and science agencies. Both chambers have fallen behind on their funding work, and appropriators are eager to put some bipartisan points on the board before the September sprint to avoid a shutdown that will greet them when they return from recess. Republicans took a major step Tuesday by clearing two key holds on the package, giving them a clear path on their side as they await word from Democrats on what they hope will be a bipartisan effort to get the measure across the finish line in the coming days. '[We] have essentially resolved the holds that have to do with appropriations,' Appropriations Committee Chair Susan Collins (R-Maine) told reporters, lauding the 'great progress' by negotiators. Chief among the issues they resolved was one raised by Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), who had placed the hold over language that would have downgraded the military hospital at Fort Leonard Wood in central Missouri to a clinic. 'We've got a deal, I think,' Hawley told reporters Tuesday afternoon, calling the potential downgrade a 'disaster.' The Missouri senator also argued such a move would be 'stupid' given the amount of taxpayer funding that has already gone toward building up the rural hospital. 'We need to protect it,' Hawley said. 'There will be language in this bill now that will protect it, and there will be language in this bill that will force the Army to come up with a plan to replace all of the housing at Fort Leonard Wood that needs it. It's a good outcome.' In addition, Collins and her fellow appropriators resolved a separate holdup by nixing language in the annual agricultural funding bill that would close what Republicans have described as a 'hemp loophole' in current law. Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) spearheaded the push to excise the provision, which was secured by Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), a senior appropriator and former GOP leader. Republicans say the loophole was unintentionally created by the 2018 farm bill, which legalized hemp production, as multiple states have complained the 'vagueness' in the law accidentally helped fuel a market of intoxicating hemp products. A McConnell spokesperson said the senator 'wants to pass all the appropriations bills before the end of the fiscal year – and doesn't want to hold up the process – so he is working with the committee on a path forward.' Paul raised concerns about the measure's impact on the industry, telling reporters Thursday that the move to strip the proposal was a 'step forward.' 'If there's going to be one it's on the products that humans use, and not the plant, because the plants vary a lot in potency,' he said. 'And you know, right now, a lot of farmers start growing hemp, and if one of the plants is hot, they got to plow under all the plants. It's a terrible way to regulate this thing.' Republicans are optimistic that they'll be able to push the emerging package out of the Senate before they leave for the coming recess. But Democrats have kept mum as to how they plan to vote on the package if it comes to the floor. Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), a senior appropriator, didn't say Tuesday how he would vote on the overall plan, while pointing to 'unresolved issues regarding the FBI headquarters.' 'We made proposals, and the ball is in Republicans' court,' Van Hollen said. Both parties clashed in committee earlier this month over the Trump administration's plans to keep the FBI's crumbling headquarters in the nation's capital. The disagreement threatened to sink the bill in committee when the panel initially voted to buck Trump's proposal in favor of a decision made under the Biden administration to relocate the headquarters to Maryland. However, the proposal was later scrapped after Republicans signaled they would tank the overall plan in objection to the Democratic-crafted measure. Other Democrats say they're waiting to see details of potential changes Republicans have made to the forthcoming package before saying how they intend to vote. Overall, the bills would provide more than $250 billion in discretionary funding for fiscal 2026. The largest bill, funding the VA and military construction, would allow for more than $133 billion for the agency, including about $114 billion for VA medical care and nearly $20 billion for the Pentagon's military construction program. The package is expected to provide about $80 billion in the annual bill funding the DOJ, the Commerce Department and science agencies, as well as $27 billion for a full-year funding plan for the USDA, FDA and rural development. Republicans are itching to hold the vote on the 'minibus' before they depart for the recess and amid a sea of nominations they are attempting to process. Members discussed the nominations issue at length during lunch Tuesday, with a number of members expressing support for Trump making recess appointments in August. Republicans have complained about Senate Democrats not allowing any Trump nominees to be confirmed via unanimous consent or voice vote, but recess appointments are currently not feasible, as the House already left for recess and both chambers would have to agree to allow them to proceed. Senate Republicans have also been unenthused with the prospect of recess appointments previously. Republicans are hoping to put forth a package of noncontroversial nominees to expedite and process before departing. In the meantime, they believe the current minibus is close to being ready for prime time. 'I think a minibus [will happen],' said Sen. Shelley Moore Capito ( an appropriator. 'I don't know what their issues are, but … I think we'll have that on the docket in the next day or two.'
Zawya
4 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
Eritrea: President Isaias Afwerki Meets with High-Level Italian Delegation
President Isaias Afwerki met, at Denden Guest House in mid-afternoon hours today, the Italian delegation led Mr. Francesco Lollobrigida, Minister of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forests; and Mr. Edmondo Cirielli, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The extensive discussions centered on enhancement of bilateral ties and partnership as part and parcel and continuation of the concrete areas of cooperation on various sectors that had been reached between President Isaias Afwerki and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Italy in February 2024 last year. The broad areas of cooperation include the sectors of energy, mining; physical infrastructure; manufacturing; Agriculture, Marine Resources, Tourism, Culture and Sports, Human capital development, economic cooperation and finance. The two sides also discussed regional peace, security and stability. A Comprehensive Plan of Action on Bilateral Cooperation Between the State of Eritrea and the Italian Republic (as specified above) was signed after the meeting by Mr. Nesredin Mohamed, Eritrea's Minister of Trade and Industry; and Mr. Edmondo Cirielli, Italy's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The two sides further agreed to hold continuous meetings in Eritrea and Italy in the period ahead to monitor and expedite the implementation of the Cooperation Agreement. In a brief statement to the Eritrean News Agency, Minister Francesco Lollobrigida underlined that the progress achieved today reflects the initial tangible step in the efforts that have been exerted in Asmara and Rome to enhance bilateral cooperation. The meeting was attended by Mr. Hagos Gebrehiwet, Head of Economic Affairs of the PFDJ, and Mr. Alfonso Di Riso, Ambassador of Italy to Eritrea. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.
Time of India
14 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
TS EAMCET phase 2 seat allotment result 2025 released at tgeapcet.nic.in: Direct link to download scorecards here
The Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) has officially released the phase 2 seat allotment results for TS EAMCET (Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture, and Medical Common Entrance Test) 2025 today, July 29. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Candidates who took part in the second phase of counselling can now check their allotment status by logging in through the 'Candidates Login' section on the official website — . TS EAMCET 2025 phase 2 allotment result: Steps to download Here's a step-by-step guide to download your allotment order: Go to the official TS EAMCET 2025 counselling website at Click on the link labeled "Phase 2 Allotment Order." Enter your hall ticket number, login ID, password, and date of birth. Click 'Submit' to view your allotment order. Download and print the order for future use during reporting and admissions. Alternatively, candidates can click on the link provided here to download the TS EAMCET phase 2 seat allotment result 2025. TS EAMCET 2025 phase 2 allotment result: Details included The provisional allotment list for phase 2 is also available on the TS EAMCET counselling portal. It includes essential details such as: Hall ticket number Candidate's name Rank Gender Caste Region Seat category Allotted college and branch What's next for allotted candidates? Candidates who have been allotted a seat in phase 2 must complete two key steps: Tuition Fee Payment and Online Self-Reporting must be completed between July 30 and August 1, 2025 on the official portal. After self-reporting, candidates must also report in person to their allotted institution between July 31 and August 2, 2025 to confirm admission. Colleges will be required to update the final joining status of students by August 3, 2025. For smooth admission, candidates are advised to keep a copy of their allotment letter and follow all timelines strictly. TOI Education is on WhatsApp now. Follow us .
Time of India
14 hours ago
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- Time of India
TS EAMCET 2025 Phase Seat Allotment Result released at tgeapcet nic in: Check key dates, next steps, admission formalities
TS EAMCET Phase 2 Seat Allotment Result 2025: The TSCHE has announced the phase 2 seat allotment results for TS EAMCET 2025 on July 29. Candidates can check their results on and complete self-reporting and fee payment between July 30 and August 1. Physical reporting at allotted colleges is scheduled from July 31 to August 2, with colleges updating joining details by August 3. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads TS EAMCET Phase 2 Seat Allotment Result 2025: Reporting dates and admission formalities What the TS EAMCET Phase 2 allotment list includes Hall ticket number Rank Candidate's name Gender Caste Region Seat category Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads TS EAMCET Phase 2 Seat Allotment Result 2025: How to download allotment letter To access the allotment order, candidates need to follow these steps: Go to the official TS EAMCET website: Click on the "Phase 2 allotment order download" link Enter hall ticket number, login ID, password, and date of birth Submit the details Download and print the allotment order TS EAMCET Phase 2 Seat Allotment Result 2025: Next steps for candidates The Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) has released the phase 2 seat allotment results for the Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture, and Medical Common Entrance Test (TS EAMCET) 2025 today, July 29. Students who took part in phase 2 counselling can now download their allotment result from the official website, using the 'Candidates Login' allotted a seat in this round must complete self-reporting and tuition fee payment on the official portal between July 30 and August 1, 2025. After this, they are required to report physically at their allotted college from July 31 to August 2, 2025, to complete the admission have been instructed to update students' joining details by August 3, provisional allotment list for phase 2 is available on the TS EAMCET website. It includes important details such as:Candidates will have to accept the seat and proceed with college and branch confirmation as per the to download TS EAMCET 2025 phase 2 allotment orderStudents who have been allotted seats must ensure they follow both the self-reporting and physical reporting procedures within the prescribed timelines. Missing any of the steps may lead to cancellation of the allotted further updates, candidates are advised to keep checking the official website.
Saudi Press
a day ago
- General
- Saudi Press
Over 500,000 Palm Trees in Najran Supply Local Market with Finest Dates
Over 500,000 Palm Trees in Najran Supply Local Market with Finest Dates 3 hours ago Voice reader
