Archive of News (2010)
9/11 health bill leaps major House hurdle
The House yesterday passed a long-stalled 9/11 health bill, with New York lawmakers leading the charge that put first responders a step closer to government-paid medical care for illnesses blamed on toxic chemicals at Ground Zero.
On to the Senate: The people’s house at long last passed the James Zadroga 9/11
The House of Representatives – the people’s house – yesterday took the landmark step of at long last voting to fulfill America’s obligation to the men and women who rallied to serve their country at a time of war and paid dearly for their valorous labors
Vote on 9/11 Health Bill in Doubt
House leaders are quietly contemplating canceling a planned Wednesday vote on a health-care bill for Ground Zero workers if Republicans try to add an amendment barring treatment for illegal immigrants who labored there—a politically sensitive issue coming so close to November’s elections.
House Approves Zadroga 9/11 Health Bill
Voting for the second time on the measure, the House of Representatives approved by a 268-160 vote Wednesday a $7 billion health bill for first responders who fell ill at the World Trade Center site, more than nine years after the September 11th terrorist attacks.
Pass Zadroga bill today: Congress must do right by Ground Zero responders
Now is the time. Now is the time for Congress to move America toward fulfilling the national obligation to the Forgotten Victims of 9/11.
House passes Zadroga Act expanding health care for 9/11 first responders, oks over $7 billion in aid
Congress gave America’s 9/11 responders their first reason to smile in nine years, pushing a measure to care for sick heroes halfway to reality.
House Passes Bill to Help With 9/11 Health Care
The House approved legislation on Wednesday that would provide billions of dollars for medical treatment to rescue workers and residents of New York City who suffered illnesses from breathing in toxic fumes, dust and smoke from ground zero.
9/11 Responders: We’re all Over the Country
One of the arguments some Republicans make against the 9/11 bill coming up for a vote tomorrow is that it’s a handout for New York.
Zadroga Act delayed no more as House of Rep. is set to finally vote on act
A long-delayed bill to help ailing 9/11 responders will finally come to a vote on the House floor next week, legislative leaders said Friday..
Congress’ sick game: Politics skunks health care bill for Ground Zero workers again
The Forgotten Victims of 9/11 have every right to be outraged at game-playing at their expense by House Democratic leaders.