because he is married to his wife. The state's Medicaid members can hire a personal caregiver that is a friend or family member, as long as they aren't the patient's spouse or parent.
Gov. Abbott has yet to indicate if he plans to sign the bill into law. In a statement to USA TODAY on Tuesday, June 3, press secretary Andrew Mahaleris said, “Governor Abbott will continue to work with the legislature to ensurehave access to healthy foods to care for themselves and their families and will thoughtfully review any legislation they send to his desk.”
would require that specific warning labels be placed on products intended for human consumption if they use certain ingredients like bleached flour, food dyes, sweeteners, oils and preservatives. Because manufacturers generally aim for uniformity and efficiency,, they will often expand practices employed to comply with state laws nationwide, meaning this change could impact the packaged food industry on a larger scale.The bill would require that manufacturers display the warning label prominently if their product contains one of 44 listed ingredients, most of which have some form of ban, warning or regulation in other Western countries despite being legal in the U.S. The proposed label reads as follows: "WARNING: This product contains an ingredient that is not recommended for human consumption by the appropriate authority in Australia, Canada, the European Union, or the United Kingdom."
Manufacturers, and in some cases retailers, would also be required to post a similar statement on websites on which applicable products are offered for sale.This requirement would not apply to products not intended for human consumption; food prepared, served, or sold in restaurants or retail locations; drugs or dietary supplements; or agricultural products on which pesticides or other such chemicals were used in their production, storage or transportation.
Regulations set by federal agencies like the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or Surgeon General would supersede these state-level rules, meaning products already overseen or required to utilize certain labels by these agencies would not need an additional warning. The FDA deeming ingredients safe or setting new guidelines for their use would also exempt them from labeling.
Packaged and processed foods of all kinds could be impacted by the bill. If it passes, consumers will begin seeing the warning on labels developed and copyrighted beginning in 2027.Ensuring anxiety-free travel begins weeks before departure. Research shows that preparation should include intentional mental health provisions alongside booking accommodations and planning activities.
The journey itself—whether by plane, train, or car—often represents peak anxiety for travelers. Fortunately there are several science-backed techniques that can help you stay grounded.Creating a sensory comfort kit can enhance this practice—pack a small bag with items that engage your senses in calming ways: perhaps hand lotion (smell), a small fidget toy (touch), favorite music (hearing), photos of loved ones (sight), and a piece of candy or gum (taste). Something interesting to note is that things with intense flavors (like a super sour candy) shocks your senses and reminds you to focus just on that instead of other things.
Arriving at your destination doesn't necessarily mean anxiety disappears. Unfamiliar surroundings, different cultural norms, and the pressure to “have fun” can create new stress. However, there are a few ways to create a bit of stability that can help ease that anxiety.While most focus on travel anxiety is related to preparing for and experiencing trips, returning home and to daily responsibilities deserves equal attention. Post-travel depression is clinically recognized and affects approximately