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  • Documenting America's Path to Recovery: March 25, 2021

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    The next 24 hours What is changing in the next 24 hours? Maine (Democratic trifecta): Beginning March 26, bars can resume indoor service under the Seated Food and Drink COVID-19 Checklist. Indoor entertainment venues will be allowed to operate at 50% capacity. That capacity limit will increase to 75% on May 24. Outdoor entertainment venues…

  • Documenting America's Path to Recovery: March 24, 2021

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    The next 24 hours What is changing in the next 24 hours? Georgia (Republican trifecta): On Tuesday, March 23, Gov. Brian Kemp (R) announced that all residents 16 and older will become eligible to receive a coronavirus vaccine on Thursday, March 25.  Vermont (divided government):  Residents 60 and older will become eligible for a coronavirus…

  • Documenting America's Path to Recovery: March 23, 2021

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    The next 24 hours What is changing in the next 24 hours? Arizona (Republican trifecta): Gov. Doug Ducey (R) announced state-operated vaccination sites can start administering vaccines to residents 16 or older starting March 24. Currently, people 55 and older can make appointments at state sites. North Carolina (divided government): Individuals in Group 4, which…

  • Economy and Society: SEC broadening definition of materiality

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    ESG developments this week In Washington, D.C. SEC broadening definition of materiality In a March 15 speech given to the Center for American Progress, Acting SEC Chair Allison Herren Lee said that she was grateful for the opportunity “to reflect on the enhanced focus the SEC has brought to climate and ESG” and “on the…

  • Documenting America's Path to Recovery: March 22, 2021

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    The next 24 hours What is changing in the next 24 hours? Maine (Democratic trifecta): Gov. Janet Mills (D) announced residents age 50 and older will be eligible for vaccinations starting March 23. On April 19, all residents age 16 and older can get vaccinated. Maryland (divided government): Residents 60 and older will become eligible…

  • Documenting America's Path to Recovery: March 19, 2021

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    The next 72 hours What is changing in the next 72 hours? Alabama (Republican trifecta): Residents age 55 or older and people ages 16-64 with state-defined, high-risk underlying conditions will be eligible for vaccination starting March 22. Florida (Republican trifecta): On Friday, March 19, Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) announced that people 50 and older will…

  • Daily Brew: COVID vaccine eligibility by state

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    A look at COVID-19 vaccine eligibility by state  Note: In some states, vaccine eligibility varies by county. The data in the map above shows the loosest restrictions in each state and may not reflect statewide accessibility. Over the past year, we've covered many ways that the COVID-19 pandemic has affected political and civic life in…

  • Documenting America's Path to Recovery: March 18, 2021

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    The next 24 hours What is changing in the next 24 hours? Colorado (Democratic trifecta): People in Phase 1B4 of vaccine distribution can get vaccinated starting March 19. The phase includes all residents 50 and older. Frontline restaurant, manufacturing, and local and state government workers will also become eligible regardless of age. Connecticut (Democratic trifecta): …

  • Documenting America's Path to Recovery: March 17, 2021

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    Since our last edition What rules and restrictions are changing in each state? For a continually updated article, click here. Colorado (Democratic trifecta): Gov. Jared Polis (D) extended the state’s coronavirus emergency order through April 15.  Delaware (Democratic trifecta): Gov. John Carney (D) announced pharmacies can begin vaccinating anyone age 50 or older starting March…

  • Transition Tracker: Biden supports reinstating talking filibuster in U.S. Senate

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    March 17, 2021: President Joe Biden (D) said he supported reinstating the talking filibuster in the U.S. Senate. President Joe Biden (D) and his team have been preparing for the transition between presidential administrations since the election, including selecting senior White House staff and appointees to top government positions. In 2020, there were 1,472 government…