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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services appears poised to cut a $56 million annual grant program that pays for some of Missouri's overdose reversal medication and training.
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The legislation also removes the cap on how much can be spent on an investigation. -
Some opponents worry the bill restricts free speech and could be used to silence criticism of Israel. -
The bill also would lower the minimum age to acquire a concealed carry permit from 19 to 18. -
Fifteen activists gathered at Yellow Dog Bookshop on Thursday to protest a Missouri House bill that would overturn Prop A's sick leave provision. -
The Missouri Family Health Council (MFHC) was expecting year 4 of a 5 year grant for $8.5 million until The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services informed the council and 15 other Title X grantees that the money was being temporarily withheld. -
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