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Walker: 'We appreciate the Court’s careful consideration and decision to dismiss claims regarding the design of Google Search'
Walker: 'We appreciate the Court’s careful consideration and decision to dismiss claims regarding the design of Google Search'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 9, 2023

In a significant antitrust ruling, Judge Amit P. Mehta granted partial motions for summary judgment in the case between Google and the U.S. Department of Justice, dismissing some claims while allowing the core allegation of monopoly maintenance to proceed.

Fontes Rainer: 'Child welfare organizations must ensure that they have policies and practices in place that do not that limit opportunities for people with disabilities'
Fontes Rainer: 'Child welfare organizations must ensure that they have policies and practices in place that do not that limit opportunities for people with disabilities'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 9, 2023

The Office for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reached a voluntary resolution agreement with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Human Services to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities, including those in recovery from substance use disorder, based on federal disability laws.

Dixon-Roderick: 'Amazon needs to do more to protect the safety and health of its employees'
Dixon-Roderick: 'Amazon needs to do more to protect the safety and health of its employees'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 9, 2023

During a recent inspection, federal inspectors once again identified ergonomic hazards and insufficient medical care that were endangering the safety and health of employees at an Amazon Fulfillment Center, specifically at a facility located in Logan Township.

Grossman: 'The United States will aggressively investigate and prosecute' military members for espionage
Grossman: 'The United States will aggressively investigate and prosecute' military members for espionage

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 9, 2023

A U.S. Navy sailor stationed at Naval Base San Diego has been arrested on espionage charges for conspiring to send sensitive national defense information to an intelligence officer working for China.

Easterly: 'Students across our country deserve to learn in an environment that is not only safe and secure physically, but also digitally'
Easterly: 'Students across our country deserve to learn in an environment that is not only safe and secure physically, but also digitally'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 9, 2023

In response to the growing role of technology in education, the U.S. Department of Education unveiled robust cybersecurity initiatives, including a Government Coordinating Council and a Back to School Safely Cybersecurity Summit.

Zhang Chunxiao speaks on her husband's arrest in Laos, saying his departure to America was 'legal, reasonable and sensible'
Zhang Chunxiao speaks on her husband's arrest in Laos, saying his departure to America was 'legal, reasonable and sensible'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 9, 2023

Zhang Chunxiao released a statement on the arrest of her husband Lu Siwei in Laos, denouncing it as unjust.

Panini: 'Panini has suffered competitive injury in the Relevant Markets and an injury of the type that the antitrust laws were intended to prevent'
Panini: 'Panini has suffered competitive injury in the Relevant Markets and an injury of the type that the antitrust laws were intended to prevent'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 9, 2023

Panini America has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Fanatics, alleging monopolistic practices in the trading card industry. Panini claims Fanatics' exclusive licensing deals have created a damaging monopoly across multiple leagues.

EPA assistant administrator: 'The information released today is one way EPA helps inform Americans about toxic chemical releases in their communities'
EPA assistant administrator: 'The information released today is one way EPA helps inform Americans about toxic chemical releases in their communities'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 9, 2023

Preliminary data for the 2022 Toxics Release Inventory reporting year has been made public by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), according to a press release. The data encompasses information regarding chemical waste management and pollution prevention efforts observed during 2022 in over 20,000 industrial and federal facilities across the nation.

Former Homeland Security secretary: 'Today's border crisis is preventable'
Former Homeland Security secretary: 'Today's border crisis is preventable'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 9, 2023

Former Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf recently warned of the expanding impact of the border crisis, revealing a surge in illegal border crossings, fentanyl-related deaths and human trafficking, with Montana emerging as a focal point, according to a press release.

NCSC vice president: 'We are pleased to expand our eviction diversion efforts to such a diverse group'
NCSC vice president: 'We are pleased to expand our eviction diversion efforts to such a diverse group'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 9, 2023

The National Center for State Courts has amplified its Eviction Diversion Initiative, injecting over $2 million into 10 new jurisdictions in a bid to curb the surging eviction crisis across the nation, according to a press release.

Bosby: 'The state of Alabama is making it difficult, if not impossible, for birth centers to survive'
Bosby: 'The state of Alabama is making it difficult, if not impossible, for birth centers to survive'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 9, 2023

The ACLU of Alabama has filed a lawsuit against the Alabama Department of Public Health on behalf of birth centers, challenging regulations that hinder midwife-led care and potentially reshaping the state's health care landscape, a press release reported.

Tai: FLETF 'represents a whole-of-government effort to implement the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act'
Tai: FLETF 'represents a whole-of-government effort to implement the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 9, 2023

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative the Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force (FLETF) has updated its procedures for preventing the importation of goods originating from forced labor practices in the People's Republic of China.

Montgomery: 'Ensuring access to clean and safe drinking water is one of EPA’s most important missions'
Montgomery: 'Ensuring access to clean and safe drinking water is one of EPA’s most important missions'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency unveiled its conclusive cleanup strategy for a drinking water aquifer situated within the Tohono O'odham Nation.

Ortiz: 'An employer’s pay practices must comply with federal laws that protect workers’ rights'
Ortiz: 'An employer’s pay practices must comply with federal laws that protect workers’ rights'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023

For 133 employees of an El Paso-based home healthcare services provider, the U.S. Department of Labor has successfully obtained more than $500,000 in back wages and damages.

Becerra: 'The nation's uninsured rate reached an all-time low'
Becerra: 'The nation's uninsured rate reached an all-time low'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recently released a report revealing the national uninsured rate in the U.S. reached an unprecedented low of 7.7% in early 2023.

Mayorkas: 'We will continue to work with all of our partners to keep goods made with forced labor from Xinjiang out of U.S. commerce'
Mayorkas: 'We will continue to work with all of our partners to keep goods made with forced labor from Xinjiang out of U.S. commerce'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security recently announced new enforcement actions Aug. 1, targeting forced labor practices in the U.S. supply chain and holding accountable Chinese companies involved in human rights abuses against Uyghurs.

Vilsack: 'The time is now, and together we can achieve sustainable, equitable and resilient agri-food systems'
Vilsack: 'The time is now, and together we can achieve sustainable, equitable and resilient agri-food systems'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently emphasized the connection between agri-food systems and climate change.

Granholm: 'Supporting America’s scientists and researchers early in their careers will ensure the United States remains at the forefront of scientific discovery'
Granholm: 'Supporting America’s scientists and researchers early in their careers will ensure the United States remains at the forefront of scientific discovery'

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023

On Aug. 4, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) revealed that 93 early-career scientists nationwide had been chosen to receive a total of $135 million in funding for their research encompassing diverse fields like artificial intelligence and astrophysics, according to a press release. These awardees, from 47 universities and 12 DOE National Laboratories throughout the United States, were introduced under the 2023 Early Career Research Program.

Ryder: "Secretary Austin lauded the JSCD for its importance in advancing an enduring U.S.-Iraq security partnership."
Ryder: "Secretary Austin lauded the JSCD for its importance in advancing an enduring U.S.-Iraq security partnership."

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023

Defense Secretary Austin and Iraqi Defense Minister al-Abbasi's Inaugural Meeting Marks United States and Iraq's Pledge to Strengthen Security Partnership and Persevere in Defeating ISIS

Padilla: "America’s outdated immigration system is hurting countless people and holding back our country and our economy."
Padilla: "America’s outdated immigration system is hurting countless people and holding back our country and our economy."

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023

CHIRLA Urges Congress for Immigration Registry Update: HR1511 and S2606 Bills Offer Hope to Millions Seeking Citizenship, Reforms Long-Standing System Holding Back Progress—Senator Padilla Champions Overdue Change.

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