WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-214) on the Coast Guard Authorization Act (H.R. 4275), which aims to authorize appropriations for the U.S. Coast Guard and to establish the Secretary of the Coast Guard. The report was advanced by Rep. Sam Graves, R-Missouri, on July 22, 2025. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose of Legislation The purpose of H.R. 4275, as amended, is to authorize and amend authorities, programs, and statutes more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The Missouri Hospital Association, Jefferson City, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) urging the agency to reconsider the implementation of the proposed 340B rebate model pilot program. The initiative has raised significant concerns among the 136 member hospitals of the MHA, particularly those serving vulnerable populations in Missouri. Established by Congress, the 340B Drug Pricing Program is designed to assis more ST