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Project 2025, a 900-page blueprint for the next Republican president, is gaining attention for its proposals to overhaul the federal government. Among those changes: a major restructuring of the U.S. tax code. President Biden and Democrats have been citing Project 2025 in recent weeks as they seek to highlight what could be in store if former President Donald Trump wins at the polls in November and retakes the White House in January.  Many of the blueprint's proposals touch on economic matters that could impact millions of Americans, as well as social issues such as abortion and diversity, equity and inclusion, or...

Project 2025 would overhaul U.S. taxes. Here's the impact for you.

(NewsNation) — The conservative policy plan Project 2025 lays out changes that would affect women on multiple fronts, including access to reproductive care, workplace protections and government assistance requirements. The nearly 1,000-page document, written by conservative think tank the Heritage Foundation, is a multi-prong blueprint to overhaul the federal...

How Project 2025 could affect women

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Contrary to the perceived notion that seniors are supposed to rest and relax after retirement, research shows that many retirees and seniors are getting back into the job world. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that 40% of people over 65 will be working by 2030.

12 Jobs That Hire Retirees Quickly and Pay Well

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Carol Perez

There are lots of places in the US where you don’t necessarily need a car. There might be good public transportation and/or your area might be walkable, but for others, this might not be the case.

Free Car Programs: 16 Ways to Get a Car Without Paying

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Some experts believe Social Security benefits are losing buying power due to the way COLAs are determined, and the latest inflation data indicates that trend could intensify next year.

The Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Forecast for 2025 Was Just Updated. The Outlook for Retirees Remains Grim.

Your earnings must equal or exceed the wage base limit for 35 years of your career to max out your Social Security benefits.

Want the Max $4,873 Social Security Benefit? Here's the Salary You Need

Many organizations have employee-friendly leave policies and by harnessing their rights, workers can benefit monetarily even while they're on leave. A UK-based IT worker managed to secure over 15 years of paid sick leave but that wasn't enough for him. In February 2022, Ian Clifford—who had not reported to work for over a decade—sued his employer, IBM, for not offering a pay rise during his sick leave, reports The Telegraph. Despite the organization's generous agreement to put him on a disability plan, the terminally ill worker wasn't satisfied and demanded justice from the Employment Tribunal.

IT worker who has been on paid sick leave for 15 years sues company for not offering a pay rise

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Chicago, IL

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Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

It's definitely a good news/bad news situation.

Here's the Very Latest 2025 Social Security COLA Estimate

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

North Carolina State

Town Talks

Can You Park in Front of Someone’s Property in North Carolina?. Parking on crowded city streets and neighborhoods can be challenging, and many wonder if it's permissible to park in front of someone’s property. Here's a breakdown of North Carolina's parking rules:

Can I legally park in front of someone’s home? What North Carolina law says

FinanceBuzz

Retired and in need of health insurance? Check out our top part-time job picks that give retirees both coverage and flexibility.

8 Best Part-Time Jobs for Retirees Who Need Health Insurance

The US Sun

ELIGIBLE Americans can take advantage of free money from a multi-million-dollar pot without proof of purchase. The direct payment opportunity comes as the result of a ‘wages’ class action lawsuit filed against a prominent telephone company. Pacific Bell, a communications provider based in California and owned by AT&T, was accused of violating state labor laws, […]

Final days to apply for ‘wages’ share of $2.3 million in free money and you don’t even need to show a receipt

New Jersey State

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Morristown Minute

A new initiative aims to provide housing for vulnerable Medicaid members, enhancing community wellness and support. MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - In a significant move to tackle housing instability among Medicaid recipients, New Jersey's Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman, along with Community Affairs Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suárez, today announced the availability of $95 million in funding for developers. This initiative, part of the Healthy Homes program, is designed to create affordable housing opportunities for NJ FamilyCare members who are either homeless, at risk of homelessness, or currently living in institutional settings.

$95 Million for Healthy Homes: Housing for Medicaid Members

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Social Security takes care of the spouses of people who are eligible for benefits, but there are some key aspects of spousal benefits you need to know.

Social Security Spousal Benefits: 3 Things You Need to Know If You're Planning to Sign Up

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Conservatives have done the United States a huge favor by explaining in detail what they’ll try to do if Donald Trump is reelected. Project 2025 , a “presidential transition project” of the Heritage Foundation, helpfully lays out how a group of former Trump officials would like to transform the country into a right-wing dystopia where the rich thrive and the rest of us die aspiring to be rich.

Project 2025’s Plan to Gut Medicare and Medicaid

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There are concerns regarding the adequacy of current Social Security benefits when adjusted according to the general Consumer Price Index (CPI). Social Security Benefits Struggle to Keep Up with Rising Healthcare Costs Social Security benefits for seniors are under scrutiny due to their inadequacy in covering rising healthcare costs. With over 65 million Americans relying […]

Seniors’ Financial Strain: Social Security Benefits vs. Rising Healthcare Expenses

Social Security beneficiaries will find out their annual raise in a few months. Here's what you need to know. Each year, Social Security beneficiaries are given a cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, based on recent inflation data. While we don't yet know what the COLA might be for 2025, here's a rundown of how COLAs are calculated, what they've been in the past, and the latest estimate of what the upcoming COLA might be.

Here's What All Social Security Beneficiaries Need to Know Before the 2025 COLA Is Announced

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Does Project 2025 propose eliminating overtime pay?

(NewsNation) — With the 2024 election cycle in full swing, both political parties are actively promoting and discrediting agendas and policies. One such effort, Project 2025,...

Does Project 2025 propose eliminating overtime pay?

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