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Al Redmer Jr. Joins eHealth's Public Policy Advisory Committee

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Mercoledì, Ottobre 11, 2023
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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- eHealth, Inc. (NASDAQ: EHTH) (eHealth.com), a leading private online health insurance marketplace, today announced that Al Redmer Jr. has joined its Public Policy Advisory Committee, a panel of distinguished experts gathered to inform the company, the public, and policymakers on ideas for improving health care practices in both the public and private sectors.

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  • SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- eHealth, Inc. (NASDAQ: EHTH) ( eHealth.com ), a leading private online health insurance marketplace, today announced that Al Redmer Jr. has joined its Public Policy Advisory Committee, a panel of distinguished experts gathered to inform the company, the public, and policymakers on ideas for improving health care practices in both the public and private sectors.
  • During his tenure he also served as Chair of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners' Health Insurance and Managed Care Committee.
  • "I'm very excited to welcome Al to our Public Policy Advisory Committee," said eHealth CEO Fran Soistman.
  • "eHealth's Public Policy Advisory Committee packs a real punch in terms of the collective experience of its members, and I'm excited to lend my voice to its efforts."

News/Media Alliance Names Neil Quinter Chief Lobbyist as Public Policy and Advocacy Team Expands

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Giovedì, Settembre 21, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The News/Media Alliance has expanded its public policy team, with a final key role being filled today with the hiring of Neil Quinter as its new Senior Vice President, Global Government Affairs. In this role, Quinter will work closely with the Alliance leadership team and staff to lead key legislative initiatives for the Alliance.

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  • In this role, Quinter will work closely with the Alliance leadership team and staff to lead key legislative initiatives for the Alliance.
  • Prior to joining the Alliance, Quinter served as Chief Counsel to U.S.
  • "I'm very excited to welcome Neil to the Alliance team," said Alliance President and CEO, Danielle Coffey.
  • Prior to joining the Alliance, she was Head of Public Policy in Spotify's government affairs group, where she led global policy development and advocacy related to intellectual property and music policy.

Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC to honor four champions at 2023 Impact Gala

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Mercoledì, Settembre 13, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC (PPMW) will honor Congressman Jamie Raskin, artist Maggie Rogers, Maryland State Senator Ariana B. Kelly, and patient advocate Brittany House at its 2023 Impact Gala, Friday, September 29, 2023, 7 – 9 p.m. ET at the Waldorf Astoria Washington DC.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC (PPMW) will honor Congressman Jamie Raskin, artist Maggie Rogers, Maryland State Senator Ariana B. Kelly, and patient advocate Brittany House at its 2023 Impact Gala, Friday, September 29, 2023, 7 – 9 p.m.
  • The 2023 PPMW Impact Gala Awards will honor four trailblazers for their significant contributions to reproductive health care, access, equity, and choice on the local and national stage.
  • Meanwhile, Rogers has supported abortion access funds and Planned Parenthood through merchandise sales, performances, and her platform as an artist and icon.
  • She is currently co-chair of Planned Parenthood Advocates of DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia's (PPADMV's) DC Advocates Council.

Harford Mutual Insurance Group Announces Board Changes Following Annual Meeting

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Martedì, Maggio 23, 2023
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BEL AIR, Md., May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Harford Mutual Insurance Group today announced changes to its Board of Directors.

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  • BEL AIR, Md., May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Harford Mutual Insurance Group today announced changes to its Board of Directors.
  • The changes were approved at the Annual Meeting of the Policyholders and are effective May 19, 2023.
  • Donald Fry, Harford Mutual Board member since 2005, has been elected Chair of the Board of Directors.
  • Throughout his years of service on the Harford Mutual Board, Fry has been a member of the Audit, Compensation (Chair), and Executive Committees.

Maryland Governor Moore Signs RadNet-supported Legislation to Make Follow-up Diagnostic Imaging for Breast and Lung Cancers More Affordable

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Giovedì, Maggio 4, 2023
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ANNAPOLIS, Md., May 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RadNet, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDNT), today announced that Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed into law legislation to improve lung and breast cancer detection and diagnosis in Maryland.

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  • ANNAPOLIS, Md., May 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RadNet, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDNT), today announced that Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed into law legislation to improve lung and breast cancer detection and diagnosis in Maryland.
  • House Bill (HB) 815/Senate Bill (SB) 965 and HB 376/SB 184 require state-regulated insurers to waive patient cost-shares for supplemental diagnostic imaging associated with lung and breast cancers, respectively.
  • “It is estimated that we lost more than 2,000 lives to lung cancer and 800 lives to breast cancer last year in the State of Maryland.
  • These bills will help save the lives of Marylanders by eliminating financial barriers to follow-up or supplemental breast and lung cancer imaging.

Maryland Survivors' Attorneys-Advocates Hail Today's Historic Passage of Child Victims Act, Vow Legal Action To Finally Hold Fully Accountable Abusers and Their Enablers

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Sabato, Aprile 1, 2023
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BALTIMORE, March 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maryland child sexual abuse attorneys-advocates from the legal team of Jenner Law ; Grant & Eisenhofer; Baird Mandalas Brockstedt Federico & Cardea, just issued the following statement following today's historic vote in the House of Delegates paving the way for adoption of the Maryland Child Victims Act of 2023.

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  • BALTIMORE, March 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maryland child sexual abuse attorneys-advocates from the legal team of Jenner Law ; Grant & Eisenhofer; Baird Mandalas Brockstedt Federico & Cardea, just issued the following statement following today's historic vote in the House of Delegates paving the way for adoption of the Maryland Child Victims Act of 2023.
  • "Justice for Maryland childhood sexual abuse survivors is finally within sight following today's resounding passage in the state House of the Child Victims Act of 2023.
  • On behalf of all the courageous survivors and advocates, we now eagerly look forward to prompt enactment and the start of the judicial process to finally hold fully accountable – though Maryland's courts - all abusers and their enabling entitites, determined to end the type of sordid, systemic, life-shattering abuses inflicted on innocent children in our state over decades."
  • Attorneys Robert K. Jenner, of Jenner Law ; M. Elizabeth Graham, Grant & Eisenhofer; and Philip Federico, Baird Mandalas Brockstedt Federico & Cardea are jointly representing survivors of childhood sexual abuse and, once enacted, plan on filing civil lawsuits on their behalf under the new law.

Concert Health Co-founder and Chief Clinical Officer to Testify in Maryland in Support of Integrated Behavioral Health Expansion Through Collaborative Care

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Martedì, Febbraio 7, 2023
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Concert Health, a leading behavioral health medical group, announced that its co-founder and Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Virna Little, PsyD, LCSW-r will testify before the Maryland House today in support of Maryland House Bill 48.

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  • Concert Health, a leading behavioral health medical group, announced that its co-founder and Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Virna Little, PsyD, LCSW-r will testify before the Maryland House today in support of Maryland House Bill 48.
  • The hearing, titled “Maryland Medical Assistance Program – Collaborative Care Model Services – Implementation and Reimbursement Expansion,” will also include the Maryland Behavioral Health Coalition, the Mental Health Association of Maryland, Mid Atlantic Business Group on Health, and other behavioral health leaders.
  • “We are fighting to ensure that evidence-based behavioral health care is accessible to all Americans through the Collaborative Care Model.
  • Concert Health has reached over 44,000 patients across 17 states through its Collaborative Care model, integrating behavioral health services into the existing workflows of primary care, women’s health, and pediatrics.

Maryland Bankers Association's "Day in Annapolis" Offered Attendees Exclusive Insight into Legislative Process

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Venerdì, Febbraio 3, 2023
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ANNAPOLIS, Md., Feb. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Wednesday, February 1, the Maryland Bankers Association (MBA) hosted its annual "Day in Annapolis" event at The Governor Calvert House in Annapolis, MD. This was the first in person "Day in Annapolis" since 2020.

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  • The annual event connects Maryland General Assembly leaders with banking and advocacy professionals to discuss the state government's impact on banks and gives attendees an inside look at the Maryland legislative process.
  • ANNAPOLIS, Md., Feb. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Wednesday, February 1, the Maryland Bankers Association (MBA) hosted its annual "Day in Annapolis" event at The Governor Calvert House in Annapolis, MD.
  • Participants also heard firsthand from Committee leadership in the Maryland General Assembly about trending policy topics and state-level government advocacy.
  • I am hopeful that attendees came away with a better understanding of the state legislative process and the policy work we've been doing.

Maryland Businesses Reflect on Fruitful 2022 and Strong Start to 2023

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Martedì, Gennaio 31, 2023
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BALTIMORE, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Maryland Marketing Partnership, which helps drive Maryland's branding and marketing efforts to attract businesses, create jobs, and grow the state's economy, today shared a summary of the latest news from companies and organizations that are part of the partnership.

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  • "As we begin a new year, it fills me with great pride to watch our Maryland businesses cap 2022 off with success and start 2023 off with a bang," said Tom Riford, executive director of the Maryland Marketing Partnership.
  • Businesses here are always focused on long-term growth and longevity while continuing to strengthen their relationships with patrons and communities."
  • Through its funding and support, the Maryland Innovation Initiative (MII) continues to nurture tech-related businesses and retain a highly trained workforce.
  • The University System of Maryland (USM) , based in Baltimore and the state's public higher education system, was well-represented in both chambers of the 2023 Maryland General Assembly as they convened in early January.

Maryland Tech Council Names Former State Commerce and Labor Secretary Kelly Schulz New CEO

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Lunedì, Ottobre 24, 2022
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The Maryland Tech Council (MTC), the largest technology and life sciences trade association in the state, has named the Honorable Kelly M. Schulz, a former cybersecurity small business partner, state legislator, and two-time state cabinet secretary, as its new CEO.

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  • The Maryland Tech Council (MTC), the largest technology and life sciences trade association in the state, has named the Honorable Kelly M. Schulz, a former cybersecurity small business partner, state legislator, and two-time state cabinet secretary, as its new CEO.
  • As a technology business partner, lawmaker, and economic development leader, Kelly possesses a rare combination of skills that make her an outstanding choice to lead the Maryland Tech Council, said Todd Marks, Chair of the Maryland Tech Council.
  • I am honored that the Maryland Tech Council has put its trust in me at such an exciting time for tech and life science innovation, said Schulz.
  • The vision for the Maryland Tech Council is to propel Maryland to become the number one innovation economy for life sciences and technology in the country.