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House Financial Services Committee Advances Regulatory Oversight, Financial Innovation Legislation to Full House for Consideration

By Clarksville Times | Apr 17, 2024

The House Financial Services Committee, under the leadership of Chairman Patrick McHenry, has advanced 13 pieces of legislation to the full House for consideration. Among these measures are Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolutions aimed at addressing regulatory oversteps and promoting financial innovation.One of the bills, H.R. 5535, known as the “Insurance Data Protection Act,” presented by Rep. Scott Fitzgerald, focuses on limiting the ability of certain offices to subpoena data directly from insurance companies. Instead, the bill advocates for collaborative efforts...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Montgomery County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Apr. 13

By Clarksville Times | Apr 16, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Montgomery County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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McHenry on H.R. 6323: When it Comes to Iran, the Status Quo is Simply Unsustainable

By Clarksville Times | Apr 16, 2024

Washington D.C., Apr 16 2024 - Today, on the House floor, Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, Patrick McHenry, advocated for H.R. 6323, the Iran Counterterrorism Act of 2023. McHenry expressed concern over Iran's recent aggression towards Israel, stating, "Mr Speaker, over the weekend, we witnessed Iran’s unprecedented attack on our greatest middle eastern ally and the lone democracy in the region—Israel."Highlighting the seriousness of the situation, McHenry pointed out, "Tehran struck our friends in Israel with a swarm of missiles and drone attacks...

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House Passes Bipartisan Financial Services Legislation to Hold Iran Accountable

By Clarksville Times | Apr 16, 2024

The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed a series of bipartisan financial services bills aimed at holding Iran accountable for its acts of international aggression and financing of terrorism. The legislation includes four key bills sponsored by various representatives.One of the bills, H.R. 5923, the "Iran-China Energy Sanctions Act of 2023," sponsored by Rep. Mike Lawler (NY-17), expands the secondary sanctions regime involving Iran to include transactions between Chinese financial institutions and sanctioned Iranian banks handling the purchase of petroleum and...

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House Financial Services Subcommittee Holds Hearing on Ransomware Threats

By Clarksville Times | Apr 16, 2024

The House Financial Services Subcommittee on National Security, Illicit Finance, and International Financial Institutions, led by Subcommittee Vice Chair Young Kim, convened a hearing titled “Held for Ransom: How Ransomware Endangers Our Financial System” on April 16, 2024.During the hearing, Vice Chair Young Kim expressed gratitude to the witnesses and colleagues present, stating, "I would like to begin by thanking our witnesses for taking the time to be here today. I am delighted to sit right next to my friend and colleague, Representative Beatty. Additionally, I would...

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Barr Delivers Remarks at Hearing to Review CFPB Financial Reporting & Transparency

By Clarksville Times | Apr 16, 2024

Representative Andy Barr (KY-06) led the House Financial Services Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy in a hearing to review the financial reporting and transparency of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).During the hearing, Chairman Barr expressed concerns about the lack of transparency and accountability within the CFPB, stating, “The CFPB is increasingly out of control and lacks transparency because there are virtually no checks on the agency’s power.” He also highlighted the agency's refusal to provide a witness for the hearing,...

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Rep. Kim Testifies in Support of the Iran Counterterrorism Act of 2023

By Clarksville Times | Apr 15, 2024

Representative Young Kim (CA-40) testified before the House Committee on Rules in support of her bill, H.R. 6323, the Iran Counterterrorism Act of 2023. The bill aims to address Iran's support for international terrorism and the need for greater congressional oversight on U.S. sanctions waivers for Tehran.Kim emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, "Israel is confronting a critical moment as it fights for its right to exist. Iran and its proxies continue to attack our greatest ally in the middle east and the lone democracy in the region." She highlighted Iran's...

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Which former Clarksville Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15?

By Clarksville Times | Apr 14, 2024

This former Clarksville Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15.

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Clarksville Times area weekly mass times

By Clarksville Times | Apr 13, 2024

The following parishes in the Clarksville Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Montgomery County had the cheapest e85 gas in week ending Apr. 6

By Clarksville Times | Apr 12, 2024

The only price of e85 gas in cities throughout Montgomery County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Montgomery County in week ending Apr. 6?

By Clarksville Times | Apr 12, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Montgomery County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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House Financial Services Committee Chairman Announces Full Committee Markup of Various Regulatory Oversight Measures

By Clarksville Times | Apr 12, 2024

Today, the Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, Patrick McHenry, revealed a list of measures slated for a full committee markup. The Chairman disclosed that the markup would cover a range of legislative items, stating, "Full Committee Markup of H.R. 5535, H.R. 802, H.R. 7437, H.R. 7440, H.R. 7428, H.R. 4206, H.R. 4116, H.J. Res. 127, H.J. Res. 122, H.J. Res. 120, H.J. Res. 125, H.J. Res. 126, H.J. Res. 124."The markup is scheduled to take place at 10:00 AM ET on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at the 2128 Rayburn House Office Building. Additional information...

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Chairman McHenry, Rep. Pettersen Reintroduce Bill to Protect America’s Critical Financial Infrastructure from Ransomware Attacks

By Clarksville Times | Apr 11, 2024

House Financial Services Committee Chairman Patrick McHenry (R-NC) and U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) have reintroduced the bipartisan Ransomware and Financial Stability Act, aimed at protecting America's critical financial infrastructure from ransomware attacks. The legislation seeks to deter hackers and establish guidelines for financial institutions to respond to such cyber threats effectively.Chairman McHenry emphasized the importance of the bill, stating, "Ransomware attacks pose a serious threat to the stability of our financial system." He...

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Montgomery County in week ending Apr. 6

By Clarksville Times | Apr 11, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Montgomery County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Stewart County in week ending Apr. 6?

By Clarksville Times | Apr 10, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Stewart County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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McHenry: The SEC’s Final Climate Disclosure Rule Would Be Catastrophic for Our Markets and American Competitiveness

By Clarksville Times | Apr 10, 2024

Step 2:Today, during a hearing on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) climate risk disclosure final rule, Chairman Patrick McHenry expressed strong concerns about the potential impact of the rule on the American markets and competitiveness. McHenry emphasized that the finalized rule could have severe consequences, stating, "We’re here to discuss the SEC’s recently finalized climate disclosure rule, which will be disastrous for American markets, job creators, workers, and investors. It’s costly, complex, and against the public good."Highlighting recent...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Montgomery County in week ending Apr. 6?

By Clarksville Times | Apr 9, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Montgomery County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Stewart County in week ending Apr. 6?

By Clarksville Times | Apr 9, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Stewart County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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House Financial Services Committee Announces Hearings on National Security and Financial Institutions

By Clarksville Times | Apr 9, 2024

The Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, Patrick McHenry (NC-10), has announced two upcoming hearings to be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.The first hearing, organized by the National Security, Illicit Finance, and International Financial Institutions Subcommittee, is titled “Held for Ransom: How Ransomware Endangers Our Financial System.” The hearing will take place at 10:00 AM ET in the 2128 Rayburn House Office Building.In a statement, Patrick McHenry highlighted the importance of addressing the issue, stating, “Held for Ransom: How Ransomware...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Stewart County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Apr. 6

By Clarksville Times | Apr 8, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Stewart County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.