First Measles Case Since 2019, Regulations on Home-Based Child Care, Fighting the Nursing Shortage, Defining Toxic PFAS, The Cost of Building Homes
At the end of last week the Indiana Department of Health confirmed the first measles case in the state since 2019. Regulations of home-based child care would be loosened by legislation approved yesterday by the Indiana Senate. The Senate passed a bill that simplifies nursing instructor requirements and eliminates a barrier for nurses from other countries to work in Indiana. It’s unclear if a bill to change the definition of toxic PFAS in Indiana will move forward. Some groups say government regulation adds to the cost of building a new home, but how much of an impact does it have?
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