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News Release | TexPIRG | Financial Reform

Historic Wall Street Reform Ready For Final Passage

Responding to the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression, the Senate this morning passed a motion to proceed (“cloture vote,” with 60 “Yes” votes required) on the Wall Street reform legislation.

News Release | TexPIRG | Health Care

New Health Exchange Rules put States in the Driver's Seat

Statement of TexPIRG Advocate Melissa Cubria on today’s release of federal exchange regulations.

News Release | TexPIRG | Financial Reform

House Approves Wall Street Reform Package

Responding to the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression, the House today approved the conference report on the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, HR 4173. The bill is strong medicine to rein in Wall Street and protect consumers, investors and taxpayers from further financial meltdowns. 

News Release | TexPIRG | Transportation

New Report: Texas’ Seniors Will Face Poor Mobility Options

The first baby boomers turn 65 years old this year and seniors in Houston are in danger of being unable to get around. The largest generation in history, Boomers are also the most dependent on automobile travel. Yet by 2015, 68% of seniors ages 65 and older in the Houston area will live in communities with poor options for people who do not drive, according to a new report.

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