Stories by Karen Kidd on Federal Newswire


Ellis: Hanford STEM ambassadors working 'to demystify science and engineering jobs'

U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Environmental Management team is reaching out to the community near a decommissioned nuclear production complex in Washington to let them know about STEM opportunities.


Newland: 'Taking land into trust is one of the most important functions of the Bureau of Indian Affairs'

U.S. Department of the Interior announced the approval of a land-into-trust acquisition for the Central Council of Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska.


Shea: Dashboard to help 'understand antimicrobial resistance in livestock, poultry and companion animals'

The $3 million for antimicrobial resistance dashboard development announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture is aimed at studies in livestock, poultry and companion animals.


New Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River superintendent draws praise

The National Park Service's new Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River superintendent brings with her solid people skills, the area's NPS regional director said in a news release.


Griffin: 'Funding will help keep airports operating this winter'

Airports nationwide received more than $76.2 million from U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration to deal with upcoming winter weather.


Carlson: 'We need everyone to check right now for open Takata recalls'

Vehicle owners should check for open recalls following three deaths this year related to the faulty Japanese-made Takata Air Bag safety system.


Buttigieg: DOT continues 'to identify specific steps that can help' reduce flight congestion, cancellations

U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says DOT is looking for more ways to cut down on flight cancellations and delays while asking airlines to change how they fly over water.


Parton: Short-Time Compensation program 'helps give workers economic security while benefiting the business community'

The U.S. Department of Labor awarded the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet more than $1.2 million for a Short-Time Compensation program.


Buttigieg: Presidential Rank Award recipients have 'exemplary work ethic and deep commitment'

Two U.S. Department of Transportation career employees received the 2022 Presidential Rank Award.


Walsh: DOL final rule 'will help America's workers and their families as they save for a secure retirement'

A U.S. Department of Labor recently announced a final rule allowing retirement planners to factor climate change in investment decisions.


Buttigieg: 'Passengers seeking refunds should be paid back promptly'

U.S. Department of Transportation announced enforcement action against six airlines, resulting in refunds and civil penalties due to canceled or significantly changed flights.


Su: Hospitality Training Academy is 'a model for the nation'

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Labor Julie Su used her recent visit to a southern California training academy to point out the value of apprenticeships for workers, especially women of color.


Carbajal: DOE funds 'will help ensure Diablo Canyon can safely continue operations'

The U.S. Department of Energy announced Diablo Canyon Power Plant will receive the first round of funding from the Civil Nuclear Credit Program.


Campbell: DOL 'is determined to make sure employers respect their rights as workers' in healthcare industry

U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division recovered more than $1.2 million in wages for home healthcare workers in four facilities in Texas and Louisiana.


Looman: 'We are determined to make sure these workers' rights are respected and protected'

The U.S. Department of Labor announced its efforts to protect care industry workers' rights and protections are going well.


Raimondo: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is 'making transformational investments in infrastructure, innovation and communities'

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo marked the first anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act passage by lauding what the current administration achieved before the midterms.


Gristina: 'Our investigation found a common and costly error employers make'

Two central Pennsylvania rehabilitation centers agreed to more than $500,000 in damages to resolve Fair Labor Standards Act violation after overtime and record keeping violations.


Monaco: 'Department of Justice will continue to disrupt cyber threats and hold perpetrators to account'

A Russian and Canadian national is being charged for his alleged participation in the LockBit global ransomware campaign.


Castillo: 'EDA investment is a critical first step in evaluating and measuring the impacts' on travel, tourism

The U.S. Economic Development Administration recently distributed $750 million to 185 grantees hit by declines in the travel, tourism and outdoor recreation industries.


Moore: Kansas 'physician abused his position of trust' in Medicare fraud scheme

A Kansas City-area pediatrician pleaded guilty for his part in a Medicare fraud scheme that involved more than 1,000 patients.