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Alaska's Campbell Creek Science Center proposes fee changes to 'expand services,' public invited to comment through Feb. 12

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments regarding potential fee changes at Campbell Creek Science Center in Anchorage, Alaska.


NOAA research finds that 'ocean conditions' affect salmon, steelhead populations

A new report from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) found that the ocean's influence on salmon populations varies from different rivers and regions.


U.S. Census Bureau hosts virtual summit for tech innovators

The U.S. Census Bureau hosted a Virtual Data Summit aimed at celebrating open innovation for everyone.


Raimondo: Build Back Better Act 'expands our economy by investing in America's middle class'

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo released a statement regarding the increase of American competitiveness at the Economic Club of New York.


U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo announced the finalists for the $1 Billion “Build Back Better Regional Challenge” in a press release.


Revolutionary Forces of Columbia no longer considered a Foreign Terrorist Organization

The Revolutionary Forces of Colombia (FARC) will no longer be classified as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) under the Immigration and Nationality Act, the U.S. Department of State said in a press release Tuesday.


'Sustainable and balanced management of sagebrush habitat': Department begins evaluation of new plans for sage-grouse habitat conservation

The Bureau of Land Management has recently begun evaluating plans for sage-grouse conservation as part of a push across several western states to protect their habitat.


'Help us meet our goals for sustainable economies': Interior Department approves second major offshore wind project

The Department of the Interior approved a second major offshore wind project in U.S. Federal Waters on Wednesday, aiding in various green energy projects both locally and federally.


'The season to lure in unsuspecting holiday shoppers': toolkit launched to help protect shoppers from scams

A new digital toolkit was launched this week to help consumers avoid scams while holiday shopping online.


'Target anyone who pilfers the priceless cultural treasures of a nation": HSI returns stolen artifacts to Mali

Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), in partnership with the U.S. Department of State, successfully returned a trove of stolen artifacts to Mali on Monday.


Labor Department announces partnership to protect workers at Obama Presidential Center

Stakeholders in the Department of Labor are set to sign a partnership agreement designed to train and protect workers within the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago to avoid construction hazards.


ACLU warns of 'serious consequences for press freedom' after FBI raids home of Project Veritas founder

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has cautioned that the Department of Justice's raid on Project Veritas founder James O’Keefe’s home undermines freedom of the press in the United States under the Constitution.


Bureau of Labor Statistics: Americans ages 25 to 54 less likely to look for work due to COVID-19

A new report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics found that Americans between the ages of 25 and 54 are less likely to look for work due to COVID-19.


Transportation Department reports spike in road fatalities during first half of 2021

New data released from the U.S. Department of Transportation on Oct. 28 shows that road fatalities jumped in the first half of 2021.


U.S. Geological Survey seeks public comment on draft list detailing 50 critical minerals

The U.S. Geological Survey is looking for public comment on a draft list detailing 50 minerals considered critical to national security and the economy.


U.S. releases first comprehensive aviation climate plan

The United States released its first comprehensive Aviation Climate Action Plan Nov. 9 at the United Nations Climate Change Conference, aimed at achieving net-zero emissions by the year 2050.


Infrastructure deal 'very big win' for National Transportation Safety Board as it moves to implement key safety priorities

The recently passed bipartisan infrastructure bill President Joe Biden signed has the potential to aid a variety of crucial National Transportation and Safety Board safety priorities.


$17 billion investment in U.S. ports 'will create good-paying jobs,' improve supply chain

The recently approved federal infrastructure plan will provide more than $15 billion to help U.S. ports and Waterways through the Biden-Harris Action Plan for America's Ports and Waterways, the Department of Transportation said Nov. 8.


Buttigieg attends COP26 conference in Scotland

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg participated in a variety of events at COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland as part of a worldwide push for green infrastructure.


'Viable path toward community prosperity': Department of Energy launches Energy Storage for Social Equity Initiative

The Department of Energy announced the launch of an Energy Storage for Social Equity Initiative on Nov. 3 designed to benefit underserved and frontline communities.