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Citizens for Judicial Fairness Joins with Civil Rights Leaders Sharpton and McDole to Demand Appointment of Justice of Color to Fill Delaware Chancery Court Vacancy

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

The Delaware Court of Chancery is America's most important business court -- but currently counts no justice of color among its judicial officers, and has had only one diverse jurist in its nearly 200-year history. People of color represent nearly 40% of Delaware's population -- but make up just 15% of the judges on the state's top courts, yet comprise 62% of the state's incarcerated population.

Key Points: 
  • The exclusion of Black and brown judges is a grave injustice that silences voices and views that deserve to be heard.
  • The Delaware Court of Chancery is America's most important business court -- but currently counts no justice of color among its judicial officers, and has had only one diverse jurist in its nearly 200-year history.
  • Citizens for Judicial Fairness is a grassroots advocacy organization fighting for transparency, equity, and accountability in state judiciaries across America.
  • Founded in 2016 to fight the unprecedented corruption in Delaware Chancery Court rulings, the group has since grown to more than 5,000 members nationwide.

CLEAResult Acquires Leading Government Energy Sustainability Consultancy Energetics

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

Today CLEAResult , North America’s largest energy efficiency and energy sustainability services provider, announced the acquisition of Energetics , a leading energy sustainability consultancy serving government, utility, institutional and commercial clients across the US.

Key Points: 
  • Today CLEAResult , North America’s largest energy efficiency and energy sustainability services provider, announced the acquisition of Energetics , a leading energy sustainability consultancy serving government, utility, institutional and commercial clients across the US.
  • As part of this acquisition, all of Energetics’ employees and service offerings will join CLEAResult and form a dedicated unit within its established Energy Sustainability Services business.
  • “This strategic acquisition propels CLEAResult to the forefront of the energy sustainability consulting landscape in North America,” said Rich McBee, CLEAResult President and CEO.
  • The Energetics team will greatly benefit from joining a market-leading, dedicated sustainability business like CLEAResult, with more than 20 years of established expertise in energy efficiency and sustainability.

AHF Calls for Concrete Actions ahead of INB-8 Negotiations in Geneva

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

As the INB-8 negotiations approach, the AHF Global Public Health Institute, in partnership with the University of Miami Public Health Policy Lab, urges immediate action to ensure the WHO Pandemic Convention/Agreement genuinely strengthens global health security.

Key Points: 
  • As the INB-8 negotiations approach, the AHF Global Public Health Institute, in partnership with the University of Miami Public Health Policy Lab, urges immediate action to ensure the WHO Pandemic Convention/Agreement genuinely strengthens global health security.
  • Our policy brief highlights the need for equitable access to health technologies, accountability in pandemic preparedness, and the integration of civil society in decision-making processes.
  • By addressing these critical issues, we can pave the way for a more resilient global health infrastructure.
  • [READ HERE: https://ahfinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/INB-8-AHF-Institute-... ]

Workiva Inc. to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Workiva Inc. (NYSE:WK), the world’s leading cloud platform for assured integrated reporting, today announced its planned participation at two investor conferences.

Key Points: 
  • Workiva Inc. (NYSE:WK), the world’s leading cloud platform for assured integrated reporting, today announced its planned participation at two investor conferences.
  • Workiva's management team will present at the following events:
    Raymond James, Annual Institutional Investors Conference: CFO Jill Klindt will present on March 4, 2024, at 2:15 p.m.
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  • Morgan Stanley, Technology Media and Telecom Conference: CEO Julie Iskow will present on March 4, 2024, at 3:40 p.m.

Landmark Trial Challenging Regressive Voting Rights Provisions in Texas Senate Bill 1 Concludes

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

A six-week trial challenging regressive voting rights provisions in Texas’ Senate Bill 1 (S.B.

Key Points: 
  • A six-week trial challenging regressive voting rights provisions in Texas’ Senate Bill 1 (S.B.
  • 1) concluded with closing arguments today in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas.
  • Plaintiffs are challenging several provisions within the restrictive law including: a ban on drive-thru voting; restrictions on early voting hours, which impose a ban on 24-hour voting; and new ID requirements for voting by mail.
  • We believe now, and always, that shift workers deserve their right to vote just like everyone else.”
    View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240213017739/en/

Chartis Study Reveals America’s Rural Hospitals Fall Deeper into the Red as ‘Care Deserts’ Grow Bigger

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

“America’s rural hospitals have been battling against drivers of instability for more than a decade, but this newest research suggests this crisis has accelerated quickly to previously unseen levels,” said Michael Topchik, National Leader, The Chartis Center for Rural Health.

Key Points: 
  • “America’s rural hospitals have been battling against drivers of instability for more than a decade, but this newest research suggests this crisis has accelerated quickly to previously unseen levels,” said Michael Topchik, National Leader, The Chartis Center for Rural Health.
  • “To learn the percentage of rural hospitals in the red has shifted 7% and now includes half of all rural hospitals is startling and should serve as an urgent call to action for everyone invested in rural healthcare.”
    “We are seeing a rapidly deteriorating environment for rural hospitals,” said Alan Morgan, NRHA CEO.
  • Key findings from this study include:
    50% of America’s rural hospitals are operating in the red.
  • 55% of independent rural hospitals are operating in the red, while 42% of system affiliated rural hospitals are operating at a loss.

Murrieta, CA Reinvests in Community Safety by Moving CentralSquare CAD to the Cloud

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

CentralSquare Technologies , an industry leader in public sector technology, today announced Murrieta, CA, is the first agency to migrate its CentralSquare Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) to the cloud.

Key Points: 
  • CentralSquare Technologies , an industry leader in public sector technology, today announced Murrieta, CA, is the first agency to migrate its CentralSquare Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) to the cloud.
  • Through this strategic decision, the agency expects to reduce its hardware footprint while improving cybersecurity to stay ahead of emerging threats.
  • “CentralSquare is dedicated to advancing public safety through cutting-edge cloud solutions,” said Ashya Comes, Director, Cloud and Product Management at CentralSquare Technologies.
  • “This cloud transition with a longtime CAD customer marks a milestone for enhanced security and streamlined workflows in public safety operations.”

Desalination Industry Innovations: New Research Reveals Cutting-Edge Technologies Redefining Water Security - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, February 12, 2024

The rising population is driving global water demand and putting significant pressure on the global water supply chain.

Key Points: 
  • The rising population is driving global water demand and putting significant pressure on the global water supply chain.
  • The research service offers a deep-dive analysis of advanced desalination technologies, including multistage flash distillation, multiple-effect distillation, thermal vapor compression, reverse osmosis, and forward osmosis.
  • In addition, it covers growth drivers and restraints for desalination technology adoption, a detailed growth opportunity analysis for desalination plant developers and operators, and the patent landscape of desalination technologies.
  • The study also discusses the key stakeholders involved in the development of next-generation thermal and membrane-based desalination technologies.

Maximus Awarded Mental Health Assessments Contract From South Dakota’s Department of Social Services (DSS)

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Monday, February 12, 2024

Maximus , a leading employer and provider of government services worldwide, today announced it has been selected by the state of South Dakota’s Department of Social Services (DSS) to administer mental health assessments of individuals prior to placement in Medicaid-certified nursing facilities.

Key Points: 
  • Maximus , a leading employer and provider of government services worldwide, today announced it has been selected by the state of South Dakota’s Department of Social Services (DSS) to administer mental health assessments of individuals prior to placement in Medicaid-certified nursing facilities.
  • The contract with Maximus marks a shift for the state, which had not previously worked with an outside vendor, to help advance the process for residents and bolster the overall program.
  • The assessment process, known as Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR), is conducted to ensure individuals receive the recommended services for their identified areas of need.
  • To learn more about the Maximus PASRR work in South Dakota, visit maximusclinicalservices.com/svcs/south_dakota .

MEDIA ALERT: Wolters Kluwer examines Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 in expert briefing

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Monday, February 12, 2024

Wolters Kluwer Tax and Accounting (TAA) today shares its expert analysis of the latest news regarding the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 .

Key Points: 
  • Wolters Kluwer Tax and Accounting (TAA) today shares its expert analysis of the latest news regarding the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 .
  • The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 by a 357 - 70 vote on January 31, 2024.
  • What's next for the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024?
  • Wolters Kluwer experts are available to reporters wishing to discuss any of the following key tax bill provisions including: