By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
The American Medical Association (AMA) has expressed support for recent findings from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) regarding buprenorphine dosing. According to the AMA, the study indicates that higher doses of buprenorphine may enhance treatment outcomes for individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD).
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a conversation with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy on September 30, 2024. The discussion focused on reducing tensions in the Middle East and the significance of diplomatic efforts to achieve stability.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor has secured a court order against the operator of a farm in Rosedale, Louisiana, mandating the payment of $12,000 in civil penalties and barring the employers from applying for H-2A certification for one year. This decision follows an investigation that revealed the farm's operator had threatened and intimidated workers.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor has secured a permanent injunction and court order against Cargomatic Inc., a California transportation company, prohibiting it from retaliating against drivers and shifting liability for labor law violations onto workers who exercised their federally protected rights.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke addressed the Civil Rights Division’s cold case initiative, highlighting its significance in seeking justice for victims of racial violence. The event coincided with the 69th anniversary of the trial of Emmett Till's murderers, who were acquitted despite strong evidence.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will deliver remarks at the Fourth International Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI) Summit on Tuesday, October 1, at 12:45 p.m. EDT at the Foreign Service Institute in Arlington, Virginia.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas has released a statement regarding the Department of Homeland Security-Department of Justice joint final rule, which follows the joint interim final rule issued in June. This new rule continues to limit asylum eligibility and significantly increases timely consequences for those who cross illegally at the southern border without a legal basis to remain in the United States.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a settlement with Giant Resource Recovery – Attalla, Inc. (GRR) regarding alleged violations of hazardous waste regulations at its facility in Attalla, Alabama.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor has recovered $24,783 in fringe benefits and paid sick leave for 13 employees at Wonder City Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Hopewell, Virginia. This recovery followed an investigation by the Wage and Hour Division.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $2.8 million in refunds to consumers who were charged for supposed “free trial” offers for personal care products and supplements.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
The Justice Department has announced a settlement agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Corrections (WDOC) under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This agreement aims to ensure that incarcerated individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing have equal access to WDOC’s programs, services, and activities. These include educational, counseling, medical, recreational, and prison employment programs. The settlement resolves an investigation into complaints that WDOC did not provide necessary auxiliary aids and services to inmates with hearing disabilities.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
An Illinois man has pleaded guilty to his involvement in a COVID-19 testing fraud scheme, according to court documents. Zishan Alvi, 45, of Inverness, owned and operated a laboratory in Chicago that conducted COVID-19 testing. From February 2021 through February 2022, Alvi submitted claims to the Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for tests that were not performed as billed.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a controversial artificial intelligence bill that would have held developers accountable for unforeseen uses of technology. The decision was made to focus on the actual bad actors rather than the developers. Earlier this month, Newsom signed several key pieces of legislation, including AB 2655, AB 2355, and AB 2839, aimed at mitigating the impacts of AI-generated election-related deepfakes. He also signed SB 976, which seeks to restrict features available to younger users on social media without parental consent.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
Defanging or overturning the New Jersey statute would “pose an existential threat to the future of privacy law. It would have repercussions far beyond Daniel’s Law,” said Megan Iorio, counsel at the Electronic Privacy Information Center.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
Since Hurricane Helene made landfall on September 26, the Department of Defense has been in close contact with local, state, and federal partners to support and coordinate response efforts.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Eagle Pass Port of Entry seized over $210,000 in mixed narcotics during a recent enforcement action. The operation took place on September 28th at the Eagle Pass International Bridge.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
The Office of Strategic Capital (OSC) has released its first Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA), detailing eligibility criteria and initiating the application process for OSC loans. This marks the initial call for applications aimed at accelerating commercialization and scaling production for critical technologies.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
President Biden has signed the Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions for Fiscal Year 2025, maintaining the refugee admissions target at 125,000 for the upcoming fiscal year. This continues the policy set by his administration in previous years.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
U.S. Border Patrol agents have apprehended 14 Haitian nationals who were abandoned by smugglers on Monito Island, an uninhabited natural reserve in Puerto Rico. This incident follows the rescue of 31 Haitians from the same location two weeks prior.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 30, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Pharr International Bridge seized over $17.4 million worth of methamphetamine this past weekend in a significant enforcement action.
