Pelosi: New health care bill is 'historic moment' Oct 30, 2009
George Miller, D-Calif. chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee, one of the three panels that approved different versions of the legislation months ago. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Pelosi Hopes New Health Plan Is Poised to Pass Oct 30, 2009
"The Medicare cuts will hurt seniors, the tax increases will kill jobs and the government takeover of health care will increase premium costs. The bill's rollout caps months of arduous talks to resolve differences between liberals and moderates and blend health care overhaul bills passed by three committees over the summer. The House package reflects many of Obama's priorities, but plenty of work remains to be done before Congress can send him a bill to sign. The House bill differs markedly from... (Newsmax)
State digest Oct 30, 2009
George Miller, giving the National Park Service control of the Port Chicago Naval Magazine Memorial and making it eligible for federal funding. On July 17, 1944, an explosion destroyed two munitions ships and crippled Port Chicago in Suisun Bay, the main Pacific port during the war. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Schwarzenegger visits state's Capitol Hill Dems Oct 30, 2009
George Miller, D-Martinez, a close adviser to Speaker Nancy Pelosi and chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee. "We are eager to work with the governor under the leadership of the first Californian to be speaker," added Rep. (Yahoo News -- Arnold Schwarzenegger)
Report: States set low bar for student achievement Oct 30, 2009
George Miller, argued that states should be raising their standards to help students compete with their peers in other countries. But according to the report, more states lowered standards than raised them from 2005 to 2007. (MSNBC -- Politics)
House Dems reveal $894B health plan Oct 30, 2009
House leaders hope to have their bill on the floor late next week, perhaps Thursday, according to House Education and Labor Committee Chairman George Miller. While saying they expected a vote next week, Democratic leaders were careful not to claim they had yet rounded up enough votes to pass the legislation. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Editorial: Public option isn't much of either Oct 30, 2009
George Miller, D-Martinez ... George Miller, D-Martinez. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
House Democrats agree on public option in health overhaul bill Oct 29, 2009
I m pretty confident that we ve got the right pieces in place, said Representative George Miller, a California Democrat and chairman of the Education and Labor Committee, one of the three panels involved in writing the bill. We can quibble over parts of it, but the fact is when you re taking a 60-year-old system that grew up in a rather haphazard fashion and you re trying to bring some coherence to it, these are sort of the things you have to do at the beginning of that process. (Boston Globe)
Oust the politicians Oct 28, 2009
These four have formed a deadly cabal with George Miller to sabotage the citizens of the Central Valley to benefit a tiny, ubiquitous and fungible fish. (For you Feinstein/Boxer voters, that means there are lots and lots of them and one is pretty much like another). (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Into The Shadows Oct 27, 2009
Pike appears in the film alongside directors Bruce Beresford, Scott Hicks, George Miller, Robert Connolly and Brendan Cowell, all of whom have tales of the perseverance needed to pursue a career here. For a director, they say, it's far more tempting to give up and take your chances in the US. Before he shot Mao's Last Dancer, Beresford hadn't made a film here in 13 years. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Will Mel bring back Mad Max? Oct 26, 2009
Director George Miller says pre-production is well underway for the fourth instalment of the hugely successful franchise. But he was tight-lipped on whether Gibson was being cast for the movie, titled Mad Max Fury Road. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Rees mad about Max's potential Oct 25, 2009
Director George Miller said he believes Mad Max Fury Road could boost tourism to NSW, with people keen to see the locations where it is filmed. Miller was tight-lipped on whether Mel Gibson, 53, star of the first three Mad Max movies made between 1979 and 1985, was being cast for the fourth. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Q: There is legislation before Congress to protect older workers from discrimination. How many elected representatives have sponsored and co-sponsored this bill and how do their numbers line up? Oct 25, 2009
George Miller (D-Calif. whose legislation seeks to restore civil rights protections for older workers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Mad Max returns Oct 24, 2009
But director George Miller, who was at the helm for the previous Mad Max movies, stressed Gibson had not yet been cast and that new faces were likely to feature. "I'm still in the middle of casting, despite all the stuff we see on the net and so on. I don't even know who the final cast will be," Miller told reporters at a press conference in Sydney on Saturday. (The Age, Australia -- Entertainment)
Charlize set for 'Mad Max' Oct 23, 2009
The South African actress was selected by George Miller, the Australian director who created the series, reports E. News. (iAfrica.com)
Elderly Slammed with Higher Costs Under Obamacare Oct 21, 2009
"As you get older, you start consume more health care," explained House Education and Labor Committee Chairman George Miller , D- Calif. "Age rating is a common practice in insurance underwriting," added Sen. (Newsmax)
Concert Oct. 25 at Congregational Church Oct 20, 2009
The Congregational Church in North Chelmsford will be hosting George Miller in concert this coming Sunday, Oct. 25, at 7 p.m. The church is located at 15 Princeton St. (Vinal Square) in North Chelmsford. Along with a strong singing voice, George has been a strong helping voice in recent years for children in various troubled nations around the world who are suffering the scars of abuse and rejection. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
House OKs funding for Bay Area water projects Oct 17, 2009
George Miller, D-Martinez, the legislation's sponsor. Water pumped to the valley region is limited in order to protect fish populations. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Valley lawmakers angered by Bay Area water bill Oct 17, 2009
George Miller, D-Martinez, and other bill supporters say this recycled water could help relieve demand on California's stressed water system. The Bay Area bill is similar to five other water recycling bills approved without controversy earlier this year. (Fresno Bee)
Obituaries for Oct. 15 Edition Oct 16, 2009
He is survived by his mother, Stacy (David) Lamb; one son, Daniel Miller; two brothers, Jason (Jennifer) Miller, and Brad (Jennifer) Miller; her grandfather, George Miller; other relatives and many friends. The family was served by Pitman Funeral Home, Warrenton. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Little hope for American Business Financial Services investors Oct 16, 2009
The bankruptcy trustee for ABFS, George Miller, has sued directors and officers of the company as well as financial service firms J.P. Morgan, Bear Stearns (now part of J.P. Morgan), Credit Suisse and Morgan Stanley, law firm Blank Rome and accounting firm BDO Seidman in Philadelphia Common Pleas Court. All but BDO, which is scheduled to resolve its case via arbitration, have settled, with four local investment banks being the latest to enter into a $100 million agreement with Miller last week. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Pelosi Funnels Federal Money to California District Oct 16, 2009
George Miller, D-Calif. would allow a series of recycling programs in the Bay area to turn more than 7 million gallons of wastewater daily into water for parks, golf courses and landscaping. (Newsmax)
Lonely Planet hits $20m digital sales Oct 13, 2009
Lonely Planet Picks U.S. Chief As Digital Sales Reach $20 Million. The BBC Worldwide majority-owned travel guide publisher Lonely Planet is appointing , SVP of marketing at Zagat Survey, as its new U.S. head, after online revenues doubled to $20 million (12. (Guardian Unlimited -- Media)
Pelosi reaches her defining moment Oct 12, 2009
George Miller, a Pelosi confidant and top lieutenant. "That doesn't mean people don't flare," he said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
More California water talks set today Oct 11, 2009
More water talks set today - Local - fresnobee. Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
JPMorgan, others to pay $100M settlement Oct 11, 2009
The settlement is the largest so far in a series of lawsuits by court-appointed bankruptcy trustee George Miller. Late last year, officers and directors settled for about $33 million, and in June the former counsel, Blank Rome LLP, settled for $20 million. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Water power grab Oct 11, 2009
George Miller and Speaker Nancy Pelosi, have signed on to the Obama administrations socialist agenda. The ultimate goal of this and any socialist agenda is to make every citizen totally dependent on the federal government. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
School chef pushes fresh food Oct 10, 2009
In renewing the National School Lunch Act and the Child Nutrition Act, House Education and Labor Committee chairman George Miller, D-Martinez, wants to expand school food programs while increasing use of fresh produce, including farm-to-school programs. The National Institutes of Medicine this month will recommend new school nutrition requirements for the first time in 15 years. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Iannucci misses at 'In the Loop' Oct 10, 2009
That creates an inconsistency with various characters such as the dovish Lt. Gen. George Miller (James Gandolfini) who is more observer than participant in the political mania. He should have been more actively involved, like Slim Pickens' character in the black political comedy "Dr. Strangelove.". (Fresno Bee)
Read Hannity's America Oct 10, 2009
Last week, Congressman George Miller had the opportunity to add an amendment to a bill that would have turned the water back on ... Unfortunately for Campbell, he happened to vote against George Miller's bill last week and as a result, it was time for Congressman Miller to exact his revenge. (Fox News)
Financial firms agree to pay $100M in American Business Financial Services case Oct 9, 2009
The agreement between ABFS s bankruptcy trustee, George Miller, and financial service firms , (now part of J.P. Morgan), and in Philadelphia s Common Pleas Court is the latest in a series of agreements. A $33 million settlement with ABFS directors and officers, including co-founder Beverly Santilli, was approved last October. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Water Follies Oct 9, 2009
George Miller, Democrat of Contra Costa County, which borders on the Delta, and Democratic Sen. Barbara Boxer champion the smelt. (Human Events Online)
Feinstein's water efforts Oct 8, 2009
George Miller and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to convince them its better to leave the water going. Of course, with Rep. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Rep. Miller seeks to reverse court on age bias Oct 8, 2009
George Miller, D-Martinez, said Congress must "right what the Supreme Court did" as he introduced legislation to reverse the high court's decision in June in Gross vs. FBL Financial ... George Miller, D-Martinez, said Congress must ".... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Congressional Democrats Try to Zap Supreme Court's Age Bias Ruling Oct 7, 2009
George Miller, chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee. The age discrimination measure also has the strong backing of the AARP.. (Law.com)
Bill would counter Supreme Court age bias ruling Oct 7, 2009
Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. More on the U.S. Supreme Court. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Bill would reverse age bias ruling Oct 7, 2009
US Representative George Miller (left), chats with Democratic senators Tom Harkin and Patrick Leahy about the age bias bill ... The same Supreme Court responsible for the backward ruling against Lilly Ledbetter has now thrown another legal barrier in front of hardworking older Americans, said California Representative George Miller, chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee. (Boston Globe)
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Bill would counter Supreme Court age bias ruling - Yahoo. Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Water issue could sink state Dems in 2010 Oct 5, 2009
George Miller, D-Martinez, and environmental activists are orchestrating a policy out of Washington that says "yes" to water for the delta smelt and "no" to water for crops. Anger over putting fish before jobs in these lean times is running as strong as any anti-war, anti-Enron feeling we had up here in the Bay Area during the Bush years. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Margaret A. Weaver Oct 2, 2009
jmyers wrote on Oct 1, 2009 8:59 AM:" Also surviving: a sister, Wilma Grimes of Rockwood, and a brother, George Miller of Lafayette,Indiana. ". Share this Story. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Action Directors - Luc Besson Sep 30, 2009
An intelligent addition to the post-apocalyptic loner genre made popular in the 80 s by the success of George Miller s Mad Max (1979) and its sequel The Road Warrior (1981). Taking place in a world where the air is contaminated and people can no longer speak; Le Dernier Combat is dialogue-free and features Pierre Jovilet as The Man, trying to stay alive in a hostile environment. (Suite101.com)
Both sides had a role in creating water loss Sep 30, 2009
Re "Most valuable agricultural crop in the Valley? It's water! [Bill McEwen, Sept. 7]: It was refreshing to read a column about the ongoing water shortage that brings a different perspective to light. There has been much discussion concerning water conservation by homeowners, parks and schools. However, the major players really are farmers, environmentalists and the developers. Water is the lifeline to farmers' ability to grow crops. It's the habitat for fish that environmentalists endeavor to... (Fresno Bee)
Parnell opposes federal predator control law Sep 25, 2009
George Miller recently introduced the legislation. It would ban airborne predator control unless a biological emergency is imminent, and all hunting and harvest has been eliminated. (Juneau Empire)
Congress mulls loan changes Sep 24, 2009
George Miller, D-Calif. "This legislation provides students and families with the single largest investment in federal student aid ever and makes landmark investments to improve education for students of all ages - and all without costing taxpayers a dime," Miller said in a news release. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Bill could increase student aid; narrow borrowing choices Sep 23, 2009
George Miller, chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee. "... It's not enough that young people start college, it's important that they finish college and we've got to do better at making that possible.". (Fulton Sun, MO)
Protecting America's best idea Sep 23, 2009
George Miller, D-Martinez, and Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Schwarzenegger visits state's Capitol Hill Dems Sep 21, 2009
George Miller, D-Martinez, a close adviser to Speaker Nancy Pelosi and chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee. "We are eager to work with the governor under the leadership of the first Californian to be speaker," added Rep. (Yahoo News -- Arnold Schwarzenegger)
Health reform's 'gang of 6' reaps political cash Sep 21, 2009
George Miller, D-Martinez - $33,500. Jerry McNerney, D-Pleasanton - $32,850. (San Francisco Chronicle)
In the muddled middle Sep 21, 2009
George Miller was a co-author of No Child Left Behind. Henry Waxman's name is on the energy-climate bill awaiting a Senate vote. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
CQ: Democrats run away from embattled ACORN Sep 19, 2009
George Miller, D-Calif. and Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer, D-Md. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Selectmen Mull Plan for Capital Improvement Sep 19, 2009
The members of the committee are: Mark Alexander, Kirk Blanchard, Pat Boily, Neil K. Chaudhary, David Delia, Dr. Robert Grossman, Kim Harrison, Dr. Peter Licht, Michele McLeod, George Miller and Mary Gaudet-Wilson. The support staff includes: Donna Culbert, Health Department; Rob Sibley, Land Use Agency; Captain Jose Rios, police/deer kill; Joe Tani, highway supervisor/deer kill; Judy Blanchard, school district; Amy Mangold, Parks and Recreation; Scott Sharlow, GIS manager; Dr. Tom Draper, Bob... (Voices, CT)
Student Aid Act passes, changes to come to Texas A&M Sep 19, 2009
The bill, which would save the federal government an estimated $87 billion over the next ten years, was approved by a bipartisan vote of 253 to 171, according to a press release from U.S. Representative George Miller. Under the bill, The Direct Loan program would replace the Federal Family Educational Loan Program, F. F. E. L. P., eliminating the role of private banks in federal student lending and requiring students to borrow directly from the federal government. (The Battalion, TX)
Health care issue Sep 19, 2009
George Miller, D-Calif. left, and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of Calif. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Student Loan Overhaul Approved by U.S. House Sep 19, 2009
"Today the House made a clear choice to stop funneling vital taxpayer dollars through boardrooms and start sending them directly to dorm rooms," said Democratic Representative George Miller, chief sponsor of the measure. With six Republicans supporting the House measure on final passage, the White House claimed it as a bipartisan victory. (Newsmax)
Loud music leads to teen's shooting in Antioch Sep 18, 2009
"You have to be safe when something like this happens," said George Miller, who was picking up his freshman daughter, Trishana Miller. "You can't take a chance with a life.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
House poised to approve plan that revamps student aid Sep 18, 2009
George Miller, D-Calif. chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee, said this week. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Local Guest Commentary: Are delta smelt fish more important than people? Sep 18, 2009
Bay area congressional representatives Nancy Pelosi, George Miller, Sam Farr, Mike Honda and Mike Thompson all voted for the New Mexico water legislation in 2003 ... By voting against the legislation, Costa and Cardoza voted against the best interest of Valley residents and have assisted Bay Area the politicians who want our water, Nancy Pelosi, George Miller, Diane Feinstein and Barbara Boxer. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
House OKs bill for takeover of student loans Sep 18, 2009
George Miller, chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee. Yet the money also would be spent on things that don't help pay for college, such as construction at K-12 schools and new preschool programs. (MSNBC -- Politics)
House approves Obama plan to put end to student loan subsidies Sep 18, 2009
Representative George Miller said the bill stems job losses because lenders would compete for loan-servicing tasks ... The measure, included in legislation sponsored by Democratic Representative George Miller of California, passed yesterday in a 253-to-171 vote. (Boston Globe)
Govt officials tout financial aid reform Sep 17, 2009
In a conference call held for college media outlets on Tuesday, Secretary Duncan, Representative and chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee George Miller (D-Calif. and Representative Tim Bishop (D-N.Y.) explained SAFSA will invest $87 billion into education, covering preschool up through college. (Northeastern News, MA)
Our door should always be open Sep 16, 2009
So no Frank Lowy, no Smorgons, no Gustav Nossal, no Judy Cassab, no Frank Knopfelmacher, no Harry Seidler, no Anthony LaPaglia, no Paul Mercurio, no George Miller (yes, Greek), no Mary Kostakidis, no Christos Tsiolkas. Imagine had the apostles of social cohesion and immigrant limitation and reduction got their way. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Government proposal aims to increase federal student aid Sep 16, 2009
George Miller, D-Calif. chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee, in a press conference call with college reporters. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Pelosi: Expanding Access to Higher Education Essential to Individuals and Our Nation's Prosperity Sep 16, 2009
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, House Education and Labor Committee Chairman George Miller and other House Members held a news conference this afternoon on the Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2009, which the House is expected to pass this week. Below are the Speaker's remarks. (PR Newswire)
Outside trustee can ease family tension Sep 15, 2009
George Miller, D-Martinez, chairman of the House Education and Labor committee, addresses several significant retirement plan issues. Specifically, the "401(k) Fair Disclosure and Pension Security Act of 2009" would. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Who’s Looking After the Workers? Sep 14, 2009
Tom Harkin, cosponsor of the Employee Free Choice Act, and Chairman George Miller of the House Education and Labor Committee. As fiduciaries with broadly-diversified portfolios, the signatories wrote, we must be cognizant of these trends and their impact on our investments. (Human Events Online)
