Actualización sobre el coronavirus (COVID-19): La FDA emite una autorización para la primera prueba molecular en casa que no requiere receta médica

SILVER SPRING, Md., 8 de marzo de 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Hoy, la Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos de los Estados Unidos (FDA, por sus siglas en inglés) emitió una autorización de uso de emergencia (EUA, por sus siglas en inglés) para la prueba Cue COVID-19 para uso doméstico y de venta libre (OTC, por sus siglas en inglés). El producto es una prueba molecular de amplificación de ácidos nucleicos (NAAT) que está prevista para detectar material genético del virus del SARS-CoV-2 presente en las…

SILVER SPRING, Md., 8 de marzo de 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Hoy, la Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos de los Estados Unidos (FDA, por sus siglas en inglés) emitió una autorización de uso de emergencia (EUA, por sus siglas en inglés) para la prueba Cue COVID-19 para uso doméstico y de venta libre (OTC, por sus siglas en inglés). El producto es una prueba molecular de amplificación de ácidos nucleicos (NAAT) que está prevista para detectar material genético del virus del SARS-CoV-2 presente en las fosas nasales. La prueba es la primera prueba molecular autorizada para su uso en casa sin receta médica. 

«La autorización de esta nueva prueba diagnóstica recalca el objetivo de la FDA de seguir apoyando la innovación en las pruebas y proporcionando flexibilidad a los desarrolladores de las mismas con el objetivo de aumentar la disponibilidad de pruebas precisas y fiables para todos los estadounidenses», dijo la comisionada interina de la FDA, la Dr. Janet Woodcock, M.D. «La FDA seguirá ampliando el acceso de los estadounidenses a las pruebas para ayudarnos en la lucha contra esta pandemia, la cual ha cobrado más de medio millón de vidas en los Estados Unidos».

La prueba Cue COVID-19 para uso en casa y de venta libre (OTC) está autorizada para uso en casa sin receta médica para la detección cualitativa del ácido nucleico del SARS-CoV-2 en muestras de hisopo nasal anterior (nasal) tomadas con la varilla de muestra Cue. Esta prueba está prevista para su uso en adultos (auto hisopado) o niños de dos años o mayores (hisopado por un adulto) con o sin síntomas u otras razones epidemiológicas para sospechar que tengan el COVID-19.

La prueba autorizada incluye: el cartucho de prueba Cue COVID-19 de un solo uso, la varilla de muestra Cue de un solo uso, el lector de cartuchos Cue (utilizado por el sistema de monitoreo de salud Cue, proporcionado por separado) y la aplicación móvil de Cue Health (App) que se descarga en dispositivos móviles inteligentes compatibles, como un teléfono móvil inteligente. El lector de cartuchos Cue, reutilizable y que funciona con pilas, ejecuta el cartucho de prueba Cue e informa los resultados directamente a la aplicación de Cue Health en unos 20 minutos. La aplicación móvil requiere que las personas creen una cuenta, y en el futuro se actualizará para incluir la capacidad de reportar los resultados de las pruebas, según corresponda, a las autoridades de salud pública para monitorear la prevalencia de la enfermedad.

La prueba Cue COVID-19 para uso en casa y de venta libre (OTC) identificó correctamente el 96% de las muestras positivas de personas con síntomas conocidos e identificó correctamente el 100% de las muestras positivas de personas sin síntomas. Cue Health espera producir más de 100,000 pruebas al día para el verano de 2021.

«La FDA sigue dando prioridad a la disponibilidad de más opciones de pruebas en casa en respuesta a la pandemia», dijo Jeff Shuren, M.D., J.D., director del Centro de Dispositivos y Salud Radiológica de la FDA. «La prueba Cue COVID-19 para uso en casa y de venta libre (OTC) ofrece acceso a pruebas en casa precisas y confiables que no requieren receta médica. La FDA continuará trabajando en colaboración con los desarrolladores de pruebas para avanzar opciones de pruebas efectivas para los médicos, los profesionales médicos y el público».

La FDA ha autorizado más de 330 pruebas y kits de recolección de muestras para una variedad de usos, usuarios y lugares para proporcionar una amplia gama de opciones de pruebas. La FDA también ha priorizado la revisión y autorización de las solicitudes de las EUA teniendo en cuenta una variedad de factores, como se analiza en la Guía de Autorización de Uso de Emergencia de Productos Médicos y Autoridades Relacionadas (en inglés), tales como la necesidad de salud pública del producto y la disponibilidad del mismo, con el objetivo de ampliar la capacidad general de pruebas en los EE. UU. y el acceso de los pacientes a las pruebas. Por ejemplo, la FDA ha priorizado la revisión de las solicitudes de las EUA para pruebas en las que la autorización aumentaría la accesibilidad de las pruebas (por ejemplo, pruebas en el punto de atención (POC, por sus siglas en inglés), las pruebas de recolección en el hogar y las pruebas en casa) o aumentaría significativamente la capacidad de las pruebas (por ejemplo, pruebas que reducen la dependencia de los suministros de las pruebas y las pruebas de alto rendimiento y ampliamente distribuidas). Las pruebas que cuentan con la EUA se pueden encontrar en nuestro sitio web en las EUA de diagnóstico in vitro

Contacto con los medios de comunicación: Audra Harrison, 301-908-6101
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On International Women’s Day, Credello Explores Gender Inequality in the Housing Market

NEW YORK, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Single women are becoming homeowners at a faster rate than single men (score!), accounting for 19% of first-time buyers compared to 11% of unattached men1. The median age of these female buyers is 33. Great, right? 

Millennial ladies are shoving the men aside and ascending the throne of real estate royalty. They’re deciding that home ownership is worth it—after knowing what it’s like to rent and understanding the benefits of…

NEW YORK, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Single women are becoming homeowners at a faster rate than single men (score!), accounting for 19% of first-time buyers compared to 11% of unattached men1. The median age of these female buyers is 33. Great, right? 

Millennial ladies are shoving the men aside and ascending the throne of real estate royalty. They’re deciding that home ownership is worth it—after knowing what it’s like to rent and understanding the benefits of owning a home, like having the option of taking out a home equity loan for debt consolidation. However, a closer look at the data shows that women ultimately purchase homes at higher prices and sell them at lower costs than men (boooo!).  

Why single women are invested in home ownership

Women are getting married and having children later in life, focusing more on their careers. They make up just over half of all payroll jobs in the U.S., coming in at 50.04%2. They have the resources to purchase real estate and realize that home equity is both a smart investment and a tax benefit. This might explain why single women own approximately 1.5 million more homes than single men in the 50 largest U.S. metro areas.3  

But once you parse the data, the outcome for women is shown to be far less encouraging. One recent study4 from Yale shows that single women purchase homes for 2% more than single men. When mortgages are taken into account, assuming 20% down and 80% financed, this increases to about 7%.  They then sell their homes for 2% less. So, what’s the deal?  

5 reasons why women lose overall in home ownership

1. Less purchasing power: Women currently earn 81 cents on the dollar compared to men, translating to less purchasing power when it comes to buying homes. This likely contributes to the fact that single men buy more expensive homes. The median home purchase price for single men is $215,000, compared to $189,000 for single women1.    

2. Homes appreciate slower: Homes owned by single women are less valuable and consequently appreciate at slower rates. Furthermore, one study shows that this gap widens over time. After 15 years, homes owned by single men were worth 17% more than homes owned by single women5.  

3. Women negotiate lower discounts: The Yale study notes that single women receive smaller discounts on homes than single men do. Women also agree to bigger discounts when selling.  

The biggest price discrepancy happens when a woman is selling and a man is buying. And it looks like there’s a reason why they don’t try to play hardball. Research shows that women who negotiate are viewed less favorably than their deal-making male counterparts6.  

4. Men take more risks; make upgrades: Men are more likely to purchase riskier properties than women, which can offer higher returns. Guys are also more likely to invest in housing upgrades.  

5. Men have better market timing: Single men have better market timing than single women. No, men don’t have a crystal ball or a tingling spidey sense for when the market is hot. One hypothesis from the Yale study is that women deal with more time constraints on when they can buy and sell due to them being more likely to have children/care for dependents.  

[1] National Association of Realtors 

[2] USA Facts 

[3] LendingTree 

[4] Yale University 

[5] RealtyTrac 

[6] Harvard University 

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ALPS Clean Energy ETF And ALPS Disruptive Technologies ETF To Transfer Listing To NYSE Arca

DENVER, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — SS&C ALPS Advisors announced today plans to transfer the listing of ALPS Clean Energy ETF (Ticker: ACES) and ALPS Disruptive Technologies ETF (Ticker: DTEC) from the Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. to the NYSE Arca, Inc. («NYSE Arca»).

SS&C ALPS Advisors anticipates that the ETFs will begin trading on NYSE Arca under their current ticker symbols on or about March 29, 2021, although this date is subject to change.

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DENVER, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — SS&C ALPS Advisors announced today plans to transfer the listing of ALPS Clean Energy ETF (Ticker: ACES) and ALPS Disruptive Technologies ETF (Ticker: DTEC) from the Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. to the NYSE Arca, Inc. («NYSE Arca»).

SS&C ALPS Advisors anticipates that the ETFs will begin trading on NYSE Arca under their current ticker symbols on or about March 29, 2021, although this date is subject to change.

No shareholder action is required as a result of this change. 

Important Disclosures

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There are risks involved with investing in ETFs including the loss of money. Additional information regarding the risks of this investment is available in the prospectus.

The ALPS Clean Energy ETF and ALPS Disruptive Technologies Shares are not individually redeemable. Investors buy and sell shares of the ALPS Clean Energy ETF and ALPS Disruptive Technologies Shares on a secondary market. Only market makers or «authorized participants» may trade directly with the Funds, typically in blocks of 50,000 shares.

ALPS Portfolio Solutions Distributor, Inc. is the Distributor of the Funds.  ALPS Advisors, Inc. and ALPS Portfolio Solutions Distributor, Inc. are affiliated.

About SS&C Technologies

SS&C is a global provider of services and software for the financial services and healthcare industries. Founded in 1986, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has offices around the world. Some 18,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world’s largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology. Additional information about SS&C (Nasdaq: SSNC) is available at www.ssctech.com.

About SS&C | ALPS Advisors

ALPS Advisors, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of SS&C Technologies, Inc., is a leading provider of investment products for advisors and institutions. With over $14.9 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2020, the firm provides access to asset classes and boutique asset managers in real assets, alternatives, thematic/factor and fixed income through both ETF and open-end mutual fund structures. For more information, visit www.alpsfunds.com.

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Maxeon Solar Technologies to Participate at 33rd Annual Roth Virtual Conference

SINGAPORE, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Maxeon Solar Technologies, Ltd. (NASDAQ: MAXN) («Maxeon» or «the Company»), a global leader in solar innovation, announced today that its management team will present in a fireside chat at 33rd Annual Roth Conference on March 16, 2021, at 4:00 PM ET/1:00 PM PT.

SINGAPORE, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Maxeon Solar Technologies, Ltd. (NASDAQ: MAXN) («Maxeon» or «the Company»), a global leader in solar innovation, announced today that its management team will present in a fireside chat at 33rd Annual Roth Conference on March 16, 2021, at 4:00 PM ET/1:00 PM PT.

You may access the webcast of the presentation at the Investors section of Maxeon’s website at https://www.maxeon.com/investor-relations.

The company will also host one-on-one virtual meetings with institutional investors throughout the day. Attendance at the meetings is by invitation only for clients of Roth Capital Partners. Interested investors should contact their Roth sales representative to secure a meeting time.

About Maxeon Solar Technologies

Maxeon Solar Technologies Ltd (NASDAQ: MAXN) is Powering Positive Change. Headquartered in Singapore, Maxeon designs, manufactures and sells SunPower® brand solar panels in more than 100 countries, operating the SunPower brand worldwide except the United States and Canada. The Company is a leader in solar innovation with access to over 900 patents and two best-in-class solar panel product lines. With operations in Africa, Asia, Oceania, Europe and Mexico, Maxeon’s products span the global rooftop and solar power plant markets through a network of more than 1,100 trusted partners and distributors. A pioneer in sustainable solar manufacturing, Maxeon leverages a 35-year history in the solar industry and numerous awards for its technology. For more information about how Maxeon is Powering Positive Change, visit us at https://www.maxeon.com/, on LinkedIn and on Twitter.

© 2021 Maxeon Solar Technologies, Ltd. All Rights Reserved. MAXEON is a registered trademark of Maxeon Solar Technologies, Ltd. Visit www.maxeon.com/trademarks for more information.

 

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La plataforma de entretenimiento Canela.TV lanza Canela News, el primer noticiero en vivo y gratuito para los latinos que se desconectaron del servicio de cable en los Estados Unidos

NUEVA YORK, 8 de marzo de 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — <a target="_blank"…

NUEVA YORK, 8 de marzo de 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Canela.TV, uno de los primeros servicios de streaming gratuito apoyado por  publicidad para los hispanos en EE.UU, anunció hoy el lanzamiento de su programa original de noticias en español Canela News. El primer noticiero en vivo gratuito para los latinos en los Estados Unidos que se desconectaron del servicio de cable será de 30 minutos e irá vivo, a partir de hoy, de lunes a viernes a las 6:00 p.m. hora del este (3:00 p.m. hora del pacífico), con repetición a las 9:00 p.m. hora del este (6:00 p.m. hora del pacífico). Este nuevo informativo, creado por latinos para latinos, presentará noticias de actualidad y deportivas, y un segmento especial los viernes llamado «Buenas Noticias». Canela News será conducido por la experimentada periodista Jimena Duarte y el comentarista deportivo René Romero, bajo el dirección del veterano de la industria, Alejandro Medina, como director de noticias, junto a un equipo de producción de 15 personas. 

«Los consumidores buscan información precisa y confiable en su idioma, que les ayude a navegar por los matices de nuestro panorama actual», expresó Medina, quien aporta más de 25 años de experiencia periodística a Canela.TV. «Este es un momento crucial para Canela.TV, y asumimos esta oportunidad con el mayor respeto para ofrecer a nuestra comunidad información imparcial, equilibrada y culturalmente relevante, que no solo le entregue a nuestra audiencia la información que necesita para pasar el día, sino también historias inspiradoras que eleven y empoderen a nuestras comunidades».

Jimena Duarte, quien será la presentadora del noticiario, llega a Canela News con una trayectoria reconocida de 20 años de experiencia periodística tras haber trabajado en diferentes programas de noticias para algunas de las principales cadenas de los Estados Unidos y México, cubriendo reportajes de investigativos, noticias de último minuto y entrevistas de tu-a-tu con personalidades destacadas.

El presentador deportivo René Duarte, con su estilo de reportaje dinámico y apasionado, cuenta también con una amplia experiencia cubriendo importantes eventos deportivos internacionales, incluyendo olimpiadas, copas mundiales de fútbol, y diferentes títulos mundiales de boxeo. Del mismo modo, ha realizado entrevistas para las cadenas deportivas importantes con algunas de las leyendas actuales del deporte como Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, Scottie Pippen, Manny Pacquiao, Mike Tyson y Saúl «Canelo» Álvarez.

Se puede acceder a Canela.TV en cualquier momento y en cualquier lugar sin costo alguno, y está disponible para descargar el App Store y en Google PlayRokuApple TVAndroid TVAmazon Fire TV; asi como, en los televisores inteligentes.

Para obtener información adicional acerca de Canela.TV, visite: https://www.canela.tv/

ACERCA DE CANELA MEDIA
Canela Media es una empresa líder en tecnología de medios digitales que ofrece a las marcas un ecosistema completo para conectarse con audiencias multiculturales, liderando con su servicio de streaming gratuito, Canela.TV, que ofrece películas y entretenimiento televisivo enfocado en la comunidad latina a través de múltiples plataformas.  Además, Canela Media llega a más de 20 millones de hispanos a través de sus más de 180 sitios premium en español y su base de datos de influencers. En combinación con los datos de propiedad de la compañía, Canela Media posee un profundo conocimiento y comprensión de cómo establecer conexiones significativas y culturalmente relevantes con la nueva corriente cultural dominante: los hispanos de los Estados Unidos. Con sede en Nueva York, Canela Media está catalogada como la cuarta compañía hispana más grande enfocada en publicidad y, a la vez de una mujer hispana, Para obtener más información, visite http://www.CanelaMedia.com.

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Dove And The CROWN Coalition Celebrate Victory As The State Of Connecticut Makes Natural Hair Discrimination Illegal

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The CROWN Coalition is excited and proud to announce Connecticut is the first state in 2021 and eighth state to pass and enact The CROWN Act.  The passage serves as a timely reminder that this prevalent form of discrimination warrants a legislative fix, and we reaffirm our commitment to supporting outlawing hair discrimination.  <a target="_blank"…

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The CROWN Coalition is excited and proud to announce Connecticut is the first state in 2021 and eighth state to pass and enact The CROWN Act.  The passage serves as a timely reminder that this prevalent form of discrimination warrants a legislative fix, and we reaffirm our commitment to supporting outlawing hair discrimination.  The CROWN Act – which stands for Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair, is critically important legislation that extends statutory protection to traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and/or protective styles in the workplace and schools.  The Crown Coalition is the official national supporter of The CROWN Act movement; an alliance cofounded by Dove, National Urban League, Western Center on Law & Poverty and Color Of Change, with support from now over 80 organizations.

Connecticut State Representative Robyn Porter sponsored The CROWN Act (HB6515) and led the efforts in the legislature, with State Senator Julie Kushner serving as the Senate sponsor.  On February 24, 2021, the bill passed in the Connecticut House of Representatives with a vote of 139-9.  The bill passed in the Connecticut Senate on March 1, 2021, with a vote of 33-0.  Governor Ned Lamont signed the bill into law on Thursday, March 4, 2021.

«I’m so proud of the important and impactful work we’re doing with The CROWN Act,» said Esi Eggleston Bracey, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of North America Beauty and Personal Care at Unilever. «Dove is excited Connecticut has joined seven other states in passing The CROWN Act – and appreciative of the leadership of Representative Porter, Senator Kushner, and Governor Lamont for taking action to make hair discrimination illegal.» 

«Advancing racial equity is not only my personal mission, but it’s my commitment as a lawmaker. I am beyond proud to have sponsored and ushered the CROWN Act across the finish line—making Connecticut the first state to pass it this year. Partnering with Adjoa B. Asamoah, who was born and raised in my district, and is the legislative strategist for the CROWN Coalition, makes this win for the people of Connecticut even more special. Ensuring people can show up authentically and unapologetically, and be protected legally in workplaces, schools, unions, and all public accommodations is critically important.» –State Representative Robyn Porter

«As a lifelong activist turned strategist, the Connecticut State Capitol is where I first participated in a hearing and testified, while I was a student at Hopkins School in New Haven. Having developed the legislative strategy for the CROWN Act movement, returning to Hartford and working with my hometown member, State Rep. Robyn Porter, in support of the passage of the CROWN Act brings it all full circle.»– Adjoa B. Asamoah

The CROWN Act movement was founded to create real change and aid in the efforts to ensure that Black women, men, and children, and other impacted groups, feel confident in expressing themselves.  Supporters are invited to visit TheCROWNAct.com to learn more about how to end hair discrimination, and how to get involved in bringing anti-hair discrimination legislation to their state.  Join the movement that’s creating real change and aiding in the efforts to ensure Black women, men, and children feel confident in expressing themselves.  Sign the petition at www.TheCROWNAct.com to help us end discrimination and learn how you can get involved in bringing anti-hair discrimination legislation to your state.    

About The CROWN Coalition
The CROWN Coalition is the official national supporter of the CROWN Act movement; an alliance founded by Dove, National Urban League, Western Center on Law & Poverty and Color Of Change, along with 80+ CROWN Act supporting organizations.  For a full list of CROWN Coalition members, visit www.thecrownact.com

The CROWN Coalition is proud to have sponsored and/or supported anti-hair discrimination legislation in California, New York, New Jersey, Virginia, Colorado, Washington, Maryland and Connecticut. The bills address unfair grooming policies that have a disparate impact on Black women, men and children and has drawn attention to cultural and racial discrimination taking place within workplaces and public charter schools. The CROWN Coalition members believe diversity and inclusion are key drivers of success across all industries and sectors. 

www.thecrownact.com 

CONTACT:
Marcy Polanco
marcy@joycollective.com 
202.885.5527         

Shemika Harmitt
Shemika@joycollective.com 
202.885.5527

 

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EKS Shortlisted for ERA Funding

EKS could secure up to $15M through ERA’s Shovel-Ready Challenge

CALGARY, AB, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – ElectroKinetic Solutions Inc. (EKS) CEO Shaun Kavalinas announced today that its «Commercial Pilot of the EKS-DT Process» application has been short listed in Emissions Reduction Alberta’s (ERA’s) Shovel-Ready Challenge.  This Challenge provides successful applicants up to $15…

EKS could secure up to $15M through ERA’s Shovel-Ready Challenge

CALGARY, AB, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – ElectroKinetic Solutions Inc. (EKS) CEO Shaun Kavalinas announced today that its «Commercial Pilot of the EKS-DT Process» application has been short listed in Emissions Reduction Alberta’s (ERA’s) Shovel-Ready Challenge.  This Challenge provides successful applicants up to $15 million in funding for commercial demonstrations that have the potential to create economic stimulus and environmental resiliency in Alberta.

The EKS-DT process is a tailings dewatering technology that can reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the oil sands by up to 12.5 Mt of CO2eq. Applying the EKS-DT process will increase investor confidence in Alberta’s oil sands industry.  As well, the technology will reduce investor risk with mining operations throughout Canada and internationally by reducing risks associated with large volumes of unstable mine tailings behind tailings dams.

Beyond its economic advantages, the ESG (environmental, social responsibility and governance) performance of the technology is outstanding; decreasing GHGs, ecological risks, land footprints and water requirements.

A massive volume of fluid fine tailings has accumulated in northern Alberta over the last 40 years, comprising more than 1,200 Mm3 in 2018 occupying 220 km2. If every Canadian household had a backyard pool, these tailings would fill every pool more than twice to an average depth of 2.5 m.

The EKS-DT process will greatly reduce this economic and environmental liability in the short term; something no other technology can achieve.  Without the EKS-DT process, these economic and environmental liabilities are projected by the industry to grow until at least the mid-2030s.

The development of this innovative technology has received significant financial support from Alberta Innovates, Sustainable Development Technology Canada, Natural Resources Canada, CNRL and other industry partners. EKS is also discussing commercial applications of the technology with international partners.The demand for these treatment services is worldwide and EKS plans to meet these demands through its Alberta base, providing significant economic stimulus.

About EKS: EKS is a Canadian-owned clean technology development company that has innovated the ElectroKinetic Solutions-Dewatering Technology (EKS-DT) process. This innovative technology is capable of dewatering various slurries, sludges and soft soils over a wide range of industrial applications.

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New Bill Will Make Texas Highways More Dangerous and Shift Insurance Liability from Guilty Trucking Companies to Individual Drivers and Small Businesses

AUSTIN, Texas, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — While most Texans are still financially recovering from the COVID-10 pandemic and the crippling winter storm, a group of Texas legislators are trying to pass sweeping new laws that will benefit big trucking companies and commercial insurance carriers.

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AUSTIN, Texas, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — While most Texans are still financially recovering from the COVID-10 pandemic and the crippling winter storm, a group of Texas legislators are trying to pass sweeping new laws that will benefit big trucking companies and commercial insurance carriers.

Texas House Bill 19 and Texas Senate Bill 207 will go into committee meetings starting Tuesday, March 9 at the Texas Capital and are written to benefit big trucking and insurance companies, while shifting trucking liability to individual consumers. All Texas drivers will pay higher insurance premiums for their automotive policies. Their personal medical insurance will rise as well. The proposed legislation is set to go into effect September 1, 2021.

«House Bill 19 is a disaster for Texans,» said Austin Injury Attorney Thomas J. Henry. «Texas already leads the nation in trucking accident injuries and deaths. By allowing trucking companies to avoid accountability, our state legislators are making Texas roads even less safe.»

The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Crash Statistics ‘Summary Report’ states that Texas has led the nation with the largest truck crashes for the last five consecutive years since 2016. «Nothing in these legislative bills does anything to reduce commercial truck accidents,» Henry added. 

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) tallied over 39,000 commercial vehicle crashes, 613 deaths and another 6,204 people were injured in 2019. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s review of fatal crashes in 2018 found that 305 truck drivers tested positive for at least one drug in their system.

A leading cause of accidents is the sheer volume of trucking traffic along IH-35 which originates in Laredo, Texas. Over 2,300,000 commercial trucks enter the U.S. and travel up through San Antonio, Austin and the Dallas/Fort Worth area.  

Texas residents are asked to contact their respective legislators immediately to stop this legislation from passing. Additionally, Thomas J. Henry has asked all Texans to sign a petition at KeepTexasSafe.com and send a message to our elected political leaders.

About Thomas J. Henry Law Firm
Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys is one of the largest plaintiffs’ personal injury firms in the country. The firm currently houses more than 200 attorneys and 350 supporting staff in six office locations across Texas in San Antonio, Corpus Christi and Austin. For more information about Thomas J. Henry please visit thomasjhenrylaw.com

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Statement by Sen. John C. Danforth (R., Mo.) Re: The Announcement by Sen. Roy Blunt (R., Mo.) That He Will Not Seek Re-election

ST. LOUIS, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — I cannot overstate my admiration for Roy Blunt.  He has been my friend for many decades, and he is a sterling example of political leadership at its best.  For Roy public service has never been about himself, let alone about anger and confrontation.

I wish Roy every bit of personal fulfillment that his retirement will bring.  But in my heart, I wish he would remain our senator for as long as the <span…

ST. LOUIS, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — I cannot overstate my admiration for Roy Blunt.  He has been my friend for many decades, and he is a sterling example of political leadership at its best.  For Roy public service has never been about himself, let alone about anger and confrontation.

I wish Roy every bit of personal fulfillment that his retirement will bring.  But in my heart, I wish he would remain our senator for as long as the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers flow.

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Lancium and Layer1 Settle Patent Infringement Suit

HOUSTON, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Lancium LLC and Layer1 Technologies, Inc have settled their litigation in the Western District of Texas (6:20-cv-00739-ADA) alleging infringement of Lancium’s U.S. Patent 10,608,433 and have entered into a mutually beneficial partnership. Layer1 has licensed Lancium’s intellectual property and Lancium will provide Smart Response™ software and services to Layer1. 

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HOUSTON, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Lancium LLC and Layer1 Technologies, Inc have settled their litigation in the Western District of Texas (6:20-cv-00739-ADA) alleging infringement of Lancium’s U.S. Patent 10,608,433 and have entered into a mutually beneficial partnership. Layer1 has licensed Lancium’s intellectual property and Lancium will provide Smart Response™ software and services to Layer1. 

About Lancium:

Lancium is a technology company creating software and intellectual property solutions that enable more renewable energy on the grid. Lancium’s products include Lancium Smart Response™ for rapid server power management, and Lancium Compute™, a platform for high throughput computing applications. Lancium’s solutions help ensure that renewable energy can power our future. Lancium has numerous issued and pending patents.

LANCIUM, LANCIUM SMART RESPONSE, and LANCIUM COMPUTE are trademarks of Lancium, LLC.

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