Despite pledge to curtail corporate earmarks, politicians pursue them

By David Heath

Some members of Congress funnel tax dollars for businesses through universities and nonprofits

Excerpts from this story referencing "HealtheState":

"… ast year secured an $800,000 earmark to a health clinic and small company, HealtheState, that is trying to commercialize free medical-records software developed w …"

"… entical.]The foundation lists as its contact, Jill Phillips, an officer at HealtheState. Last year, Phillips donated $4,000 to Moran’s campaign. The foundation …"

"… lping the “technology transfer” of the medical-records software, lists HealtheState as its partner.Phillips could not be reached for comment. Moran’s spokes …"