KOB New farm bill could affect New Mexicans who rely on food stampsKOBNew farm bill could affect New Mexicans who rely on food stamps. However, there's one provision in particular that have Democrats crying foul. Republicans want to expand work requirements for those receiving food stamps through SNAP eligibility. The …
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Inequality.org The Post Office as an Alternative to Shady Private Banks – Inequality …Inequality.orgA Senate bill would fill a void in many rural and low-income communities by reintroducing low-cost lending at neighborhood post offices.and more » More: continued here
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Bloomberg Royal Mail Braces for Hit as Data Laws to Reduce Letter VolumesBloombergThe introduction of the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation from May 25 means postal demand may suffer an accelerated decline, Royal Mail said Thursday. The slump will be at the top end of a 4-to-6 percent range …
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