Reporter the va complained it would cost 50 million to fix the grounds, but the 801st engineers reserve unit rolled up their sleeves and did it for 3 million, and a lot of sweat, some working on their days off. The pride they feel was obvious as they received commendation pins and posed for a group photo. Their Commanding Officer explained why it should matter to all of us. They say history is a window into the past. I also think history is a reflection of what the future will be. And if we dont care for cemeteries like this, what is that going to say about how we care for the veterans as we go forward . Reporter the last veteran burial here was in 1921, so this place isnt remembered for the individuals in it but for the effort they gave to their country, an effort that is still being given today. At mare island, john ramos, kpix 5. Money so well spent. Well, now that the major issues facing the cemetery have been resolved. The colonel says the va may be willing to assume responsibilit
Now, tents and field hospitals are being set up there to reduce hospital bed capacity. The number of patients in the hospital icu and respite raiders reached an alltime high over the weekend. In el paso, some patients are being airlifted out to make room for the sickest. In addition, six more temporary morgue trucks were being brought in after the first four buildup, for a total of 10. New york state is opposing sweeping new restrictions, as new positive cases and hospital admissions continue to rise. Gatherings will be limited known no more than 10 people starting friday. This is for restaurants, bars, gym people, health clubs, bowling alleys must all close by 10 00 p. M. , starting friday. Governor andrew cuomo said, further steps can be taken, including banning Indoor Dining at restaurants and bars. Here in california, the state is now closing out 1 million cases since the start of this pandemic. New numbers released today so the state has more than 184,000 cases, including more tha
For a moment, do not leave the meeting. At this time i ask unanimous consent that all members have five legislative days and that any remarks be made part of the record. Hearing no objections, so ordered. Today, we are examining new information in the 2020 election. How the spread of false information impacts voters and what can be done to combat this and ensure that americans can go forward in short armed with Accurate Information. Information ss misinformation without recognizing the persistent misinformation being spread about the ongoing covid19 pandemic. Americans need Accurate Information about how to cast their ballots about the pandemic, and important Accurate Information on how to cast their ballots in a manner that protects their health. Election day maybe four weeks from today, but voting is well underway. Overseas and military ballots were sent out a few weeks ago. Absentee ballots can be requested now and returned in the weeks ahead. More than 30 states are already mailin
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Of direct payments for Contact Tracing. House democrats move forward after negotiations with the white house failed to produce a compromise. Floor debate before the final vote. Lowey, is recognized. Mrs. Lowey im pleased to yield five minutes to the distinguished gentleman from massachusetts, from my class, the chair of the committee on ways and means, mr. Neal. The speaker pro tempore the gentleman from massachusetts, chairman neal is recognized. Ms. Neal thank you, madam chairwoman. I stand in support of the updated heroes act. The previous gentleman was dismissive of the idea that there is some import to this moment in terms of getting a package done. So that means expanding Unemployment Insurance, thats not important . Unemployment insurance that we might consider now which is part of the need of the American Family . A reminder, there are 26 million americans right now collecting Unemployment Insurance. Let me put this in terms of what an economist might say. If we dont expand Une