On Politics: How Will the Economy Be Rebuilt?
Soaring unemployment and dreams of an infrastructure program: This is your morning tip sheet.
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Since President Trump vowed to tackle infrastructure during the 2016 campaign, it has been an elusive, bipartisan goal.
‘Infrastructure Week’ Returns as Trump and Democrats Eye Post-Virus Jobs Plan
Leaders in Congress as well as President Trump are discussing a multitrillion-dollar infrastructure plan that could create thousands of jobs to salve an economy battered by the coronavirus.
Estimated daily natural gas exports average more than 15 billion cubic feet per day
(Mon, 30 Mar 2020) Natural gas exportsâa combination of natural gas delivered to Mexico by pipeline plus liquefied natural gas (LNG) feedstock receipts at liquefaction terminals in the Lower 48 statesâhave averaged more than 15 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) during the past week (March 24â30), the highest weekly average ever, according to IHS Markit data. Receiving natural gas from pipelines connected to LNG liquefaction plants or feedstock is generally the first step in exporting LNG.
The Wrong Way to Fight Coronavirus
Yale health experts take strong issue with an Op-Ed essay that suggested letting the virus run its course. Also: Senator Rand Paul’s error; public works projects; lagging on disability rights.
This Stimulus Bill Will Not Save the Economy From Collapse
Let’s not repeat the slow and timid response to the financial crash of 1929.
Americans Coping With the Coronavirus Are Clogging Toilets
Sewage systems and toilets are backing up as consumers clean their homes with disinfectant wipes and turn to paper towels, napkins and baby wipes to cope with the lack of toilet paper.
New York’s Food Distribution Networks Brace for an Unprecedented Threat
Organizations expect labor shortages — just as an influx of ill and unemployed people hit the emergency feeding system.
USDA Ensures Food Safety During COVID-19 Outbreak
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is ensuring the safety and timely delivery of the U.S. food supply while protecting the health of USDA employees during this COVID-19 National Emergency. Yesterday, USDA Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Greg Ibach and USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety Dr. Mindy Brashears sent a letter to stakeholders reassuring them that APHIS, AMS, and FSIS are rising to meet the challenges associated with COVID-19.
Statement to Industry
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is rising to meet the challenges associated with the new coronavirus disease, Covid-19. As leaders of USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service and Agricultural Marketing Service, we can assure you that the agencies are committed to ensuring the health and safety of our employees while still providing the timely delivery of the services to maintain the movement of America’s food supply from farm to fork.