Kitzhaber renews film & TV tax credits in budget

Governor Kitzhaber’s 2011-2013 budget includes job creation priorities that can help bring our state out of the recession. Included in these priorities is the extension and expansion of the Oregon Production Investment Fund (OPIF), a tax credit program which motivates investment in film and television projects in Oregon. Governor Kitzhaber said he will use “proven strategies” to improve Oregon’s struggling economy and the boost to OPIF is a strong step forward. The program stands out for its extensive tracking and reporting of jobs created, and for the its strong record of bringing money into the state.

Oregon AFL-CIO President Tom Chamberlain responded to the Governor’s announcement, saying “Oregon is still struggling: over 10% of our workers are out of a job. It’s clear

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Feb 16, 2011


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Travel Insurance by Indian Insurers

Overseas travel requires a proper hoe work by the traveller. One of the important travel tips for overseas travellers is travel insurance policy. There are several Indian insurers who offer travel insurance policies at varying premium costs and medical benefits. Those who are visiting a foreign country can compare travel insurance India at Eindiainsurance and make an informed choice.

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Feb 15, 2011


Health insurance to meet super heroes

The most recently hyped graphic novel isn’t about the exploits of some caped crusader. Instead, it is about the mysterious and complex world of – wait for it – health reform! Yes, health insurance, deductibles, PPOs and pre-existing conditions will all have a starring role in what is sure to be a riveting read on the inner workings of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA).

Health reform for the masses

The graphic novel – essentially a longer version of a comic book – is being planned by Hill and Wang, a division of publisher Farrer, Straus and Giroux. The compa

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Feb 12, 2011


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Health Insurance Abroad

Travellers need health insurance to financial assistance in case of a medical emergency while abroad. Health insurance abroad or travel insurance are designed to cover the insured for hospitalization expenses or for outpatient treatments during one’s travel period. Since the domestic health insurance plan cannot be valid while abroad, travellers can purchase health insurance abroad. Indian insurers offer health insurance abroad plans at affordable premium costs.

At Eindiainsurance , travellers can do a quick research on the travel insuranceplans. All a traveller is expected to do is complete an online application and enrol to the plan of their choice without wasting time.

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Feb 11, 2011


Perks for Becoming a Fan of KaiserQuotes.com on Facebook

In two clicks, you can become a fan and you could win the new Verizon iPhone 4! Click on the LIKE button below to become a fan of KaiserQuotes.com and enter the contest.

KaiserQuotes.com, a health insurance broker for Kaiser Permanente is having a Facebook contest. Like many businesses, KaiserQuotes.com is looking for creative ways to increase sales. The prize is the long-awaited Verizon iPhone 4. To enter the contest, the guest simply needs to become a Facebook fan of KaiserQuotes.com. You can participate for free, and everyone is welcome to participate.

The long-awaited Verizon iPhone will be out on the market in just a few days.

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Feb 10, 2011


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Public Employee Pension Transparency Act gains support

The U.S. Chamber expressed its support for the Public Employee Pension Transparency Act introduced by Representatives Devin Nunes (R-CA), Paul Ryan (R-WI), Darrell Issa (R-CA), and Lamar Smith (R-TX). The Act would require that state and local government pension plans report to the Secretary of the Treasury the funded status of those plans, and that the information be made publicly available via a searchable website. At a press conference with members of Congress today, Randy Johnson, the Chamber’s senior vice president of Labor, Immigration, and Employee Benefits said, “The unfunded liabilities of state and local government pension plans has reached crisis proportions with no solution in sight. Unf

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Feb 09, 2011