By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen issued a statement regarding the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) final guidance on voluntary carbon credit derivative contracts.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a collaboration with the city of Three Rivers, Michigan, to identify and replace drinking water lead pipes as part of the Get the Lead Out Initiative. This initiative is funded by the Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aiming for 100% lead service line replacement nationwide. The program will provide technical assistance to approximately 200 communities across the country.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
Chair Khan will appear for a fireside chat in New York City before the Council of Foreign Relations on September 20, 2024.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
Pentagon Spokesman Eric Pahon provided the following readout:
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
Lebanese national Mohammad Ibrahim Bazzi, 60, pleaded guilty today to conspiracy to conduct and cause U.S. persons to conduct unlawful transactions with a Specially Designated Global Terrorist.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
The U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims held its 16th Judicial Conference, bringing together various stakeholders to discuss the current state and future improvements in Veterans law. Secretary McDonough addressed the attendees, reflecting on significant changes and ongoing challenges within the system.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
A federal jury in North Carolina convicted a man today for his role in orchestrating a years-long telemarketing scheme that defrauded victims in the United States from a call center in Costa Rica.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has commenced the cleanup of contaminated sediment and riverbank soil along a 2.4-mile section of the Kalamazoo River upstream of the Trowbridge Dam in Allegan, Michigan. This area is part of the Allied Paper Inc./Portage Creek/Kalamazoo River Superfund site.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a settlement with Akron Steel Treating Co. to resolve alleged hazardous waste violations at the company’s facility located at 336 Morgan Ave. in Akron, Ohio. As part of the settlement, the company will address the alleged violations and pay a civil penalty of $105,855 to the federal government. Akron Steel Treating Co. specializes in treating carbon and stainless steel parts with heat to remove scale.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
The U.S. Department of State has announced additional visa restrictions on several individuals involved in the development or sale of commercial spyware. These measures are part of the United States' ongoing efforts to counter the proliferation and misuse of such technology, as outlined in the U.S. International Cyberspace and Digital Policy Strategy.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced partnerships with six Massachusetts cities—Chelsea, Fall River, Malden, Melrose, Revere, and Taunton—to identify and replace lead pipes used for delivering drinking water. This initiative is part of the EPA's Get the Lead Out (GLO) Initiative, funded by the Biden-Harris Administration's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is honoring two Arizona organizations as part of its 2024 Regional Pollution Prevention (P2) recognition program during Pollution Prevention Week. The recognized entities are Salem Boys Auto in Tempe and PAS Technologies in Phoenix, acknowledged for their efforts to reduce, eliminate, or prevent pollution at the source before recycling, treatment, or disposal.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
Back from the depths, Hellbound Season 2 premieres on October 25, with a new teaser trailer and character key art offering a glimpse of the extensive universe and ensemble cast.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
PHILADELPHIA (Sept. 19, 2024) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Mid-Atlantic Regional Administrator Adam Ortiz met with residents, community leaders, and local nonprofit Groundwork RVA to discuss environmental justice challenges during a visit to Richmond, Virginia on September 18.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission has awarded Kathy Broderick, a retired Postal Inspector in the U.S. Postal Inspection Services’ Chicago Division, with the Commission’s 2024 Criminal Liaison Unit Consumer Shield Award. The award recognizes a criminal investigator exemplifying the spirit of cooperation that the Criminal Liaison Unit (CLU) seeks to promote.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
The Inter-Agency Working Group on Treasury Market Surveillance (IAWG) has released a staff progress report detailing significant measures taken to enhance the resilience of the U.S. Treasury market. The IAWG comprises staff from the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced over $3 billion in funding for 25 projects across 14 states to enhance domestic production of advanced batteries and battery materials. This initiative, part of the Investing in America agenda, aims to create over 12,000 jobs and bolster national security by supporting the electrification of the transportation sector and strengthening the U.S. grid.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor announced the allocation of $203 million in grants through the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) to support training and career services for low-income older adults seeking employment.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
The Department of Defense (DoD) and the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) have announced fellowship awards to 19 graduate students for research in conflict management and peacebuilding. The selected 2024-2025 Minerva-USIP Peace and Security Scholar Fellows were chosen from a pool of 145 applicants based on their potential to advance these social science fields and influence future policies.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized four Nevada organizations for their pollution prevention efforts as part of the 2024 Regional Pollution Prevention (P2) recognition program during Pollution Prevention Week. The honored entities include Alibi Ale Works in Incline Village, Carson City Toyota in Carson City, La Nova Beauty in Reno, and The Pad climbing gym in Henderson.
