Wednesday, August 17, 2022: Life Sciences

The Biden administration said a new type of COVID-19 vaccine specially designed to protect against the Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants will be available next month. According to White House COVID-19 Response Coordinator Dr. Ashish, the shots will be available if...

Wednesday, August 17, 2022: M&A

Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC) announced it signed a definitive agreement to purchase Trustmark Health Benefits from Trustco Holdings. According to HCSC, acquiring the third-party benefits administrator will bolster its ability to provide customizable,...

Tuesday, August 16, 2022: D.C. News

President Joe Biden will sign the Inflation Reduction Act today, representing a major milestone for Biden and his domestic economic agenda. The sweeping $750 billion bill accomplishes several key Biden legislative agenda items and represents the largest climate...

Tuesday, August 16, 2022: M&A

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released a policy paper warning states to avoid certificates of public advantage (COPAs) legislation. The agency said it has seen a “resurgence” of the laws in recent years, including those passed by state legislatures “with the...