There are 153 Texas hospitals participating in the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program. This program is a federal initiative that enables eligible hospitals and healthcare organizations to purchase outpatient medications at significantly discounted prices. Established in 1992, the program aims to provide financial relief to healthcare providers serving vulnerable populations, allowing them to stretch their scarce resources and reach more eligible patients. Hospitals participating in the 340B program can use the savings to fund essential services and programs, such as free or low-cost medication ..read more

Sens. Ted Cruz and Mazie Hirono, along with Representatives Lance Gooden and Ted Lieu, are celebrating the Senate passage of their bipartisan and bicameral Federal Judiciary Stabilization Act. The bill aims to transition ten temporary federal judgeships to permanent status to ensure continued access to the federal court system for millions of Americans. "This is a huge victory for Texans. My bipartisan legislation with Sen. Hirono will ensure every resident in the Lone Star State maintains access to federal courts," said Sen. Cruz, emphasizing the importance of the bill in stabilizing the fede ..read more

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) introduced the VA Abortion Transparency Act, aiming to shed light on taxpayer-funded abortions at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Cornyn criticized President Biden's abortion policy at the VA, stating, "President Biden’s taxpayer-funded abortion policy at the Department of Veterans Affairs is a blatant violation of federal law, and the American people deserve to know the consequences of this careless decision." The bill, supported by seven Republican colleagues including Senators Marsha Blackburn, Ted Budd, Kevin Cr ..read more

There were six companies in a city associated with Hays County, Texas, that received six FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This is a 25% decrease from the number of companies inspected in the previous quarter, when eight companies received eight inspections. Most of the companies inspected at the time were involved in the Biologics sector. The Veterinary and Food and Cosmetics sectors sectors, along with two other sectors, tied for second most common type. There were three companies in line with FDA regulations ..read more

These former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22. Aidan Warren Schreiner Mountaineers Outfielder Senior 6′0″ H.S.: James Bowie High School Hometown: Dripping Springs Next Game: vs. Dallas Crusaders, Sat April 27, 12 p.m. Alana Duran Odessa Wranglers Utility player Sophomore 5′7″ H.S.: Akins High School Hometown: Austin Next Game: vs. El Paso Tejanas, Fri April 26, 2 p.m. Alejandro Guerrero Mora Houston-Victoria Jaguars Infielder Freshman 6′0″ 175 H.S.: Akins High School Hometown: Carolina Next Game: vs. LSU-Alexandria Generals, Fri Apr ..read more

There were 45 reported residential sales in Williamson County in the week ending April 13, according to BlockShopper.com. The median sales price was $264,907 and the median property tax bill was $6,319 for the previous year. 911 Annadale DriveCedar Park, Cedar Park$312,363Property Tax (2019): $7,709.49Effective Property Tax Rate: 2.47%Buyer: Crystal Dawn LazaSeller: Christopher Brian Fouts 911 Annadale DriveCedar Park, Cedar Park$312,363Property Tax (2019): $7,709.49Effective Property Tax Rate: 2.47%Buyer: Christopher Brian FoutsSeller: Crystal Dawn Laza 31 Forest MesaRound Rock, Round Rock$43 ..read more

There were 64 reported residential sales in Travis County in the week ending April 13, according to BlockShopper.com. The median sales price was $411,150 and the median property tax bill was $7,819.5 for the previous year. 1801 Basin LedgeWest Lake Hills$1,087,463Property Tax (2021): $19,210.9Effective Property Tax Rate: 1.77%Buyer: Joel Cavness and Lavanya VankayalapatiSeller: W Et ER One and More 1801 Basin Ledge LLC 1211 Firebush DrivePflugerville$275,090Property Tax (2021): $4,373.88Effective Property Tax Rate: 1.59%Buyer: Dylan Poock and Kimberly BuyertSeller: Nrrao LLC 15802 Debba DriveB ..read more

The following parishes in the Austin News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times. Cristo Rey Parish 2110 East 2nd Street, Austin Sunday: 6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM Monday: 7:00 AM Tuesday: 12:00 PM, 6:30 PM Wednesday: 12:00 PM, 6:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 PM, 7:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM, 6:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 PM Dolores Parish 1111 Montopolis Drive, Austin Sunday: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM Monday: 8:30 AM Tuesday: 8:30 AM Wednesday: 8:30 AM Thursday: 8:30 AM Friday: 8:30 AM Saturday: 5:00 PM Holy Cross Parish 1610 E. 11th St., Austi ..read more

U.S. Senators John Cornyn, Jeanne Shaheen, Tim Scott, and Chris Coons have introduced a bill to reauthorize the Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act, allowing the President to enter into agreements with Ukraine for military equipment. Senator Cornyn emphasized the need for additional assistance for Ukraine and urged his colleagues to pass the legislation promptly. He stated, “This legislation would ensure the U.S. is prepared to answer the call in a fiscally responsible way, and I urge my colleagues to pass it as soon as possible to help Ukraine defend its sovereignty.” Senator Shaheen hig ..read more

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement after Majority Leader Schumer and Senate Democrats rejected the two articles of impeachment against U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas without holding a trial: “Secretary Mayorkas, as the agent of the Biden administration, is responsible for the border crisis and has willfully and systematically refused to enforce our immigration laws. He’s violated the public trust by repeatedly lying under oath to Congress and the American people, and he must be held responsible for his actions. By re ..read more