111th United States Congress

Safe & Green Holdings Corp. Announces That David Cross, VP of Sales and Business Development, Has Been Selected to Serve on the Modular Building Institute’s Government Affairs Committee

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Friday, December 22, 2023
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Safe & Green Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: SGBX) (“Safe & Green Holdings” or the “Company”), a leading developer, designer, and fabricator of modular structures for residential, commercial, and point-of-care medicine, today announced that David Cross, Co-Founder and Vice President of Sales and Business Development for Safe and Green Holdings, has been selected to serve on the Modular Building Institute’s Government Affairs Committee.

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  • Safe & Green Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: SGBX) (“Safe & Green Holdings” or the “Company”), a leading developer, designer, and fabricator of modular structures for residential, commercial, and point-of-care medicine, today announced that David Cross, Co-Founder and Vice President of Sales and Business Development for Safe and Green Holdings, has been selected to serve on the Modular Building Institute’s Government Affairs Committee.
  • His journey post-sea led him to managerial roles in intermodal/equipment container control, spanning the United States and China, with the Maersk and Costco Lines.
  • Mr. Cross commented, “I am deeply honored to have been selected by the Modular Building Institute to serve on their Government Affairs Committee.
  • David’s vision and expertise are central to the Company's diversification and growth in these innovative and sustainable construction markets.”

Minnesota Health Plans Extend Support for Those Impacted by COVID-19

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Tuesday, September 8, 2020
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ST. PAUL, Minn., Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Minnesota Council of Health Plans announced today that Minnesota's nonprofit health plans are voluntarily extending cost-sharing waivers for in-patient COVID-19 treatment through the end of the year.

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  • ST. PAUL, Minn., Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Minnesota Council of Health Plans announced today that Minnesota's nonprofit health plans are voluntarily extending cost-sharing waivers for in-patient COVID-19 treatment through the end of the year.
  • "COVID-19 is having a deep economic impact on our state, so health plans are finding ways to bolster their support for enrollees, as well as the broader community."
  • By continuing to waive the standard cost-sharing requirements, Minnesota's nonprofit health plans are supporting easier access to care during the national health crisis.
  • Member organizations of the Minnesota Council of Health Plans have taken the following additional steps in response to the COVID-19 pandemic:
    Treatment: To the extent permitted by law, health plans are extending waivers for cost sharing for in-network COVID-19 hospitalization on fully insured, individual and group health plans through Dec. 31, 2020.

Covered Care Announces Public Launch, Helping Healthcare Providers Say “Yes” to Their Customers

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Thursday, August 13, 2020
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Created to provide affordable healthcare financing for people declined by traditional credit, Covered Care simultaneously supports credit-challenged Americans as well as the healthcare professionals who want to serve them.

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  • Created to provide affordable healthcare financing for people declined by traditional credit, Covered Care simultaneously supports credit-challenged Americans as well as the healthcare professionals who want to serve them.
  • Financial technology serial innovators Ken Rees and Tim Ranney developed Covered Care in response to emerging medical needs amid the coronavirus pandemic.
  • Covered Care offers high approval rates for healthcare financing and a fast, hassle-free experience for non-prime customers.
  • Covered Care falls under the umbrella of Covered Holdings offerings, including Covered Credit, which aim to give people credit at the speed of life.

OneShare Health Announces July 1Share For OneShare Partner Charity

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Thursday, July 9, 2020
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IRVING, Texas, July 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --OneShare Health, an ACA-exemptHealth Care Sharing Ministry and Christian nonprofit , has announced that its 1Share For OneShare charity initiative will be partnering with Jews for Jesus during July.

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  • IRVING, Texas, July 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --OneShare Health, an ACA-exemptHealth Care Sharing Ministry and Christian nonprofit , has announced that its 1Share For OneShare charity initiative will be partnering with Jews for Jesus during July.
  • "Just like OneShare Health, Rett's Roost wants to help people discover a life overflowing with hope, peace, and joy.
  • Anyone who would like to nominate a charity is invited to visit OneShareHealth.com or follow OneShare Health on social media.
  • About OneShare Health: OneShare Health is an ACA-exempt, non-profit, Christian Health Care Sharing Ministry (HCSM) based in Irving, Texas, that facilitates the sharing of medical expenses among individuals and families who are united by a set of shared religious beliefs.

EIOPA clarifies supervisory expectations on product oversight and governance requirements in the context of COVID-19

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Thursday, July 9, 2020
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It is vitally important that insurance companies place the fair treatment of customers at the heart of their response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • It is vitally important that insurance companies place the fair treatment of customers at the heart of their response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Insurance manufacturers are asked to identify products whose main features, risk coverage or guarantees have been materially affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • If such products no longer offer value to the target market, insurers should assess whether there is the risk of possible unfair treatment.
  • These measures should be proportionate to potential unfair treatment and take account of legal requirements in national civil and insurance law.

U.S. Bancorp Releases 2020 Dodd-Frank Act Stress Test Results

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Thursday, June 25, 2020
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U.S. Bancorp (NYSE: USB) today disclosed the results of its company-run Dodd-Frank Act Stress Test (DFAST) conducted in accordance with the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.

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  • U.S. Bancorp (NYSE: USB) today disclosed the results of its company-run Dodd-Frank Act Stress Test (DFAST) conducted in accordance with the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
  • The DFAST results, along with a summary of the companys risks and methodologies used to calculate the results, are available on the companys website at www.usbank.com under About Us, Investor Relations, Financial Information and Dodd-Frank Act Stress Test results.
  • DFAST results for U.S. Bancorps primary banking subsidiary, U.S. Bank National Association, are also available on the companys website.
  • Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: This press release contains forward-looking statements about U.S. Bancorp.

GoodRx Appoints Chief Financial Officer and President, Healthcare Amidst Accelerated Growth

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Wednesday, June 17, 2020
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GoodRx , Americas healthcare marketplace, today announced the appointment of Karsten Voermann as Chief Financial Officer and Bansi Nagji as President, Healthcare.

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  • GoodRx , Americas healthcare marketplace, today announced the appointment of Karsten Voermann as Chief Financial Officer and Bansi Nagji as President, Healthcare.
  • With over 20 years of experience, Voermann will help scale GoodRxs financial operations, including resource allocation and implementation of key financial systems.
  • As we embark on our next stage of growth, Bansi will be crucial in leading our strategy and expanding our footprint across healthcare while Karsten will be fundamental in scaling GoodRxs financial operations.
  • GoodRx is providing important access to affordable healthcare during a time when Americans need it the most, said Voermann.

Priority Health Reduces Individual Coverage Pricing for Third Straight Year, Offers Exclusive Benefits and New Plan Offerings

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Wednesday, June 17, 2020
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Priority Health announced today that for the third straight year the company plans to reduce individual coverage premiums.

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  • Priority Health announced today that for the third straight year the company plans to reduce individual coverage premiums.
  • Priority Health submitted a variety of product options on the Affordable Care Act marketplace for approval by state regulators that would decrease individual plan premiums by an average of 0.1 percent.
  • Priority Health is offering an average pricing decrease on our individual plans because we remain committed to making health care more affordable, said Carrie Kincaid, vice president, individual markets.
  • With over 30 years in business, Priority Health is the second largest health plan in Michigan offering a broad portfolio of health benefits options for employer groups and individuals, including Medicare and Medicaid plans.

HHS Corrects Dangerous Obamacare rule, says Family Research Council

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Saturday, June 13, 2020
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Mary Beth Waddell, who serves as the Senior Legislative Assistant for Family Research Council, released the following statement:

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  • Mary Beth Waddell, who serves as the Senior Legislative Assistant for Family Research Council, released the following statement:
    "The Department of Health and Human Services has corrected a dangerous Obamacare rule that distorted key portions of the legislation to the detriment of both medical professionals and patients.
  • Fortunately, soon after it was finalized, the courts blocked the far-reaching rule that was clearly unconstitutional.
  • "Gender transition procedures are not fully embraced within the medical community because of their severe negative, psychological, and physical impacts.
  • Family Research Council fully supports these revisions to ensure Obamacare isn't used as a vehicle to advance transgender or abortion politics," concluded Waddell.

COVID-19 the Bane for Insurers in 2020

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Thursday, June 4, 2020
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Some US states are considering developing legislation to force insurers to cover business losses.

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  • Some US states are considering developing legislation to force insurers to cover business losses.
  • Instead, several insurers have called for the creation of a new federal relief fund to help cover business interruption losses.
  • The proposal would see insurers manage the application process from businesses seeking financial assistance which would be provided through the COVID-19 Business and Employee Continuity and Recovery Fund.
  • Some travel insurers have also been criticized for not providing refunds of cover purchased for trips cancelled due to COVID-19.