Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg met with Republic of Korea Second Vice Foreign Minister Kim Jina in Washington for the U.S.-ROK Senior Economic Dialogue (SED).
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House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) has stated that former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton must appear for scheduled depositions or risk facing contempt of Congress...
Pharmacists Fight Back Act seeks reform of pharmacy benefit manager practices
American Pharmacy Cooperative, Inc. (APCI) is urging Congress to pass the Pharmacists Fight Back Act, which has been reintroduced as two pieces of federal legislation aimed at reforming pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) practices.
Cantwell criticizes Trump executive order on artificial intelligence preemption
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, the Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, released a statement in response to President Trump's recent executive order on artificial intelligence (AI).
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U.S., Uganda, and Lesotho sign long-term agreements on global health cooperation
The United States has entered into five-year bilateral health cooperation agreements with Uganda and Lesotho, aiming to support the America First Global Health Strategy and help build more robust health systems in both countries.
Interior completes first mandatory offshore oil lease sale under new legislation
The Department of the Interior has announced that the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) completed Lease Sale Big Beautiful Gulf 1, marking the first mandatory offshore oil and gas lease sale under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Interior transfers land in California to Navy for border security operations
The Department of the Interior has announced it will transfer about 760 acres of public land in San Diego and Imperial Counties, California, to the Department of the Navy for three years.
U.S. Department of Education seeks input on revising accreditation handbook
The U.S. Department of Education has released a Request for Information (RFI) seeking public input on updating its Accreditation Handbook.
U.S. Department of Education reaches settlement with Missouri ending SAVE student loan plan
The U.S. Department of Education has announced a proposed settlement with the State of Missouri that would bring an end to the Biden Administration’s ‘Saving on a Valuable Education’ (SAVE) Plan.
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Science of AI Safety partnership created between the United States and the United Kingdom
The United States and the United Kingdom have embarked on a collaborative venture focusing on the Science of AI Safety. This partnership will see the two nations' Safety Institutes joining forces to conduct research, safety evaluations, and provide guidance for AI safety within their respective countries.
Trade and Technology Council Task Force has concluded its work
The United States - European Union Trade and Technology Council Talent for Growth Task Force has completed its work. Although the Task Force's activities, announced in December 2022, have come to an end, collaboration from the private sector continues.
Pet product expenditures totaled $147B in 2023, APPA report shows
In 2023, U.S. consumers expended $147 billion on pet products and services, as reported by the American Pet Products Association (APPA). The association also predicts steady year-over-year growth through 2030, with anticipated expenditures reaching a staggering $250 billion.
Mortgage Bankers Association's index shows homebuyer affordability decreased in February
The Mortgage Bankers Association's (MBA) Purchase Applications Payment Index (PAPI) data for February indicates a rise in the monthly cost of home ownership. The national median payment applied for by purchase applicants escalated from $2,134 in January to $2,184 in February.
American Bankers Association forecast reveals lower risk of recession with inflation moderating
The Economic Advisory Committee of the American Bankers Association (ABA) this week released a forecast indicating a decreased risk of recession, with inflation expected to moderate and employment gains to remain strong. The committee also predicts a transition to a soft easing cycle by the Federal Reserve, commencing around mid-year.
Despite facing criticism for recognizing Transgender Day of Visibility on Easter Sunday, President Joe Biden was not alone in his acknowledgement. U.S. Department of State Secretary Antony Blinken also chose to honor the day, describing it as "a celebration of the courage and resilience" of transgender individuals worldwide.
Anthony Ruggiero, a senior director at Foundation for Defense of Democracies, testified before the U.S. House Oversight and Accountability Committee about narcotics traffickers in the U.S. and Chinese money launderers.
The United States has reiterated its commitment to assist Armenia in bolstering its democracy and achieving economic prosperity through regional integration. In a meeting with Armenian and European Union (EU) leaders, U.S. Department of State (DOS) Secretary Antony Blinken announced that the U.S. would allocate $65 million towards this initiative.
DOE announces $27 million Energy Future Grants Program
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the allocation of $27 million in financial and technical assistance to 40 partner teams comprising states, local governments, and Tribes. The funding is provided through the Energy Future Grants (EFG) Program, which aims to support multijurisdictional partnership efforts to foster clean energy programs that enhance affordability, access, and opportunities.
Resources for the Future partners with CGEP and Bezos Earth Fund to fund economic resilience research
Resources for the Future (RFF), in collaboration with the Center on Global Energy Policy (CGEP) and the Bezos Earth Fund, has initiated a program to enhance economic resilience in U.S. regions that heavily rely on fossil fuels. The initiative, dubbed Resilient Energy Economies (REE), is a multi-year project that aims to fund economic research and foster a community of scholars, policymakers, and economic development practitioners.
DOE announces $4B clean energy tax credit initiative
The United States Department of Energy (DOE), the U.S. Department of Treasury, and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) jointly announced a $4 billion tax credit allocation under the Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Tax Credit (48C). With over 100 projects in its purview, this initiative is aimed at propelling domestic clean energy manufacturing and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions in industrial settings.
Clean Energy Buyers Association commends DOE's selection of Century Aluminum's clean energy smelter
The Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA) has lauded the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) for selecting Century Aluminum's proposal for a new primary aluminum smelter. The proposed construction site for the smelter is in the Mississippi River Basin, with Kentucky being the preferred location.
DOE announces funding for renewable energy facilities
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced an allocation of up to $22 million aimed at enhancing processes related to the planning, siting, and permitting of large-scale renewable energy facilities. The Renewable Energy Siting through Technical Engagement and Planning (R-STEP) program is designed to assist local governments and communities in planning for large-scale renewable energy projects, with a second round of funding in the pipeline.
Funds from fiscal year 2023 energy revenues have been allocated to Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas and their coastal political subdivisions. These funds will enable the recipients to undertake projects related to hurricane protection, coastal restoration, and conservation.
The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC), a three-member board established in 1988, is dedicated to promoting Tribal economic development and strengthening Tribal governments through the operation of gaming on Tribal lands.
Native Hawaiian organizations (NHOs) have been invited to apply for funding through the Heritage Opportunities in Hawaii program. The Office of Native Hawaiian Relations, a division of the US Department of the Interior (DOI), has announced $1 million in funding for this initiative.
