Attorney general to probe Medi Cal payments to physicians
Sacramento reports Gov. Brown asks the state attorney general to investigate alleged double and triple Medi Cal payments and possible conflicts of interest in health programs. Manning J. Post of the Little Hoover Commission notes prior commission findings on physician practices and moonlighting.
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California Govithe governor and legislature items and Robeson hospital
The governor met hospital officials in Southern California to discuss medical malpractice insurance and opened an art exhibit. The Senate approved taxes to let seniors delay property tax payments. Other measures include environmental reform, union dues exemptions, motor vehicle fee cuts, and campaign spending limits. Paul Robeson, 78, is reported in poor condition after a stroke at Presbyterian Hospital in Philadelphia.
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Refund bill seeks restoring 52 million motor vehicle fee cut
Senate bill SB1421 introduces a one time 10 percent reduction of motor vehicle registration fees. Sen. Alan Robbins notes the state redirected funds to highway programs to gain federal matches, though the law originally intended the discount to be given.
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U.S. prisoners in Mexico endure torture at hands of guards
A congressional hearing heard harrowing claims of Americans jailed in Mexico being beaten tortured and electro shocked by guards and smugglers with U.S. agents alleged to witness or aid. Families testified of abuse long detention without charges and coercion amidst alleged U.S. official pressure on Mexico.
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