WASHINGTON - In the aftermath of the worst year of job losses since the 1940s, many Americans are losing more than their paychecks, they're also losing their health insurance. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the American economy shed more than 2.6 million jobs in 2008. As economic conditions deteriorate and employers cut back on hours and benefits to survive, many workers have lost their employer-based insurance or are no longer able to afford private insurance on their own. Yesterday, Congress moved to address the growing problem by reauthorizing the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), which provides health care coverage to children of families with modest means.

Lawmakers Reintroduce Measure to Install Weather Radios, Save Lives

WASHINGTON - In the aftermath of one of the deadliest tornado seasons in recent history, Congress will have a second chance to consider legislation to provide Americans in the path of dangerous storms with life-saving warnings.