Stories by Andy Nghiem on Federal Newswire


Carpenter: New appliances get more kids to eat because 'when the food looks good, they eat more'

School kitchens across the country are getting $50 million for equipment upgrades to improve food service and ensure the nation's school children are served healthy, appetizing meals.


Vilsack: Berke has 'a clear and constant vision to improve the lives of rural Americans'

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently announced President Joe Biden appointed Andy Berke to serve as the department's administrator of the Rural Utilities Service.


Easterly: 'We all have a role to play in building a more cyber resilient nation'

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency recently issued a directive that will direct federal civilian agencies to better account for the content of their networks.


Regan: EPA plans show 'we are doing everything we can to protect human health and the environment'

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has released a set of plans to address how climate change effects communities across the country and ways to pursue environmental equity.


Stefanik: 'The Chinese Communist Party must be held accountable for their role in the pandemic'

U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) recently announced that she has called for an investigation to determine the origin of COVID-19 and believes additional oversight is necessary for research funding.


Vilsack: 'USDA stands with our neighbors in Florida to continue to provide vital food assistance'

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently announced low-income Floridians may be eligible to receive financial assistance to help them recover from the impacts of Hurricane Ian.


EPA aide rumored to lead new office: 'Environmental justice is the way a multiracial, multi-ethnic society engages'

Robin Morris Collin, a top aide to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan, is rumored to be in consideration to receive a promotion to lead the EPA’s Office of Environmental Justice and External Civil Rights.


McGinnis: 'More and more Americans lose their battle with addiction' yet DHS moves slow to help

The Functional Government Initiative recently announced transparency litigation against the Department of Homeland Security for failing to release records regarding the implementation of anti-fentanyl legislation.


Nance: 'EPA continues to make significant clean water advancements for communities in New Mexico'

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently announced the New Mexico Environment Department and the New Mexico Finance Authority will receive more than $26 million in funding for water infrastructure improvements.


Nance: 'Settlement holds Packaging Corporation of America accountable for the harm it has caused'

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced an Illinois-based containerboard manufacturer has been ordered to pay $2.5 for violating the Clean Air Act.


Herrell on Chinese backed Confucius Institutes: 'The United States should not tolerate such glaring security risks'

Congresswoman Yvette Herrell (R-NM) recently said the United States needs to address Confucius Institutes and other Chinese government involvement in American education and research institutions in the interest of national security.


Kizer: 'Lawn mower injuries happen at many types of work sites'

The U.S. Department of Labor and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration is urging Midwest employers to highlight lawn safety following two fatal roll-over accidents that happened just days apart.


Haaland: 'The recovery of the snail darter is a remarkable conservation milestone'

The Department of the Interior recently announced the recovery the formerly endangered snail darter and its removal from the Federal List of Threatened and Endangered Wildlife at Seven Islands Birding State Park.


Larrabee: 'This repeat child sex offender will serve a lengthy federal prison sentence'

A Texas man was recently handed a 15-year sentence for child pornography charges after an investigation by Homeland Security Investigations.


Griffin: 'Our country is stepping into a new era of aviation'

The Federal Aviation Administration is releasing new guidelines for transport hubs designed to support new "air taxis" as they become available.


Comer: 'China’s ownership of U.S. farmland is a threat to our food security and national security'

Congressman James Comer (R-KY) recently said that he is calling on the Government Accountability Office to investigate Chinese ownership of U.S. farmland and to be transparent with Americans about efforts to address this issue.


Womack: 'Every safeguard should be in place to protect our farmlands and agriculture production'

Congressman Steve Womack (R-AR) recently said that in light of supply chain complications that arose from relying on China, it makes sense to establish protections on U.S. farming.


Devils Hole pupfish population 'numbers gradually increasing'

The National Park Service has announced that the Devils Hole pupfish population has reached a 19- year high.


Morlock: 'We are eager to welcome everyone to Saratoga National Historical Park for these fun and educational events'

The National Park Service (NPS) recently announced the return of historical reenactment encampments and anniversary events to Saratoga National Historical Park.


Haaland: 'The Biden-Harris administration is committed to improving food access and affordability across Indian Country'

The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) recently announced advancements in health and nutrition efforts in Indian Country.