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How The Zika Virus Spread While Congress Was Out On Recess
Friday, September 2, 2016 - 9:29am | 428The U.S. Congress failed to pass a Zika-virus funding package ahead of the scheduled July 15 recess. A $1.1 billion package was on the table but was ultimately blocked and shut down by a vote of 52 to 48 as the bill contained politically motivated language. Related Link: Will Senate Recess Without...
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Will Senate Recess Without Approving Zika Funding Amid Mosquito Season?
Wednesday, June 29, 2016 - 2:19pm | 395Congressional Republicans proposed a Zika-virus funding package valued at $1.1 billion that was ultimately blocked by Democrats and shot down. A vote failed 52 to 48 to advance the legislation. According to the Washington Post, the bill contained politically motivated language against Planned...