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Committee on Energy chair: Biden's energy policies 'prioritize climate goals over reliable and affordable energy'

Americans need affordable energy that doesn't create supply chain issues or leave the nation vulnerable to its adversaries, the new chair of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce's Subcommittee on Energy, Climate and Grid Security said this week.


Regan: 'We are moving faster than ever to accelerate the transition to electric and low-emission school buses'

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is accelerating school bus transitions to all-electric vehicles.


Dean: Food and Nutrition Service 'worked hard last year to lift up families'

U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service reported progress has been made throughout the country's nutrition assistance programs and nutrition security.


Fox: Updated guidance to help increase 'access to clean water and critical water services'

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency updated its Clean Water Act Financial Capability Assessment guidance to help communities ensure access to clean and affordable water.


DHS: U.S., Finland discuss 'new framework regarding science and technology cooperation'

Science and technology ideas are being floated after a meeting between Department of Homeland Security Deputy Secretary John K. Tien and Finland Interior Minister Krista Mikkonen late last month.


Buttigieg: State of the Union agenda 'has the support of a strong majority of Americans'

President Joe Biden ticked off items on the wish list of the United States people during his State of the Union Address.


EPA: Public comment sought on program for 'improving indoor air quality and comfort'

Anyone who would like to comment about a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency program to prevent health issues by promoting indoor air quality has until this spring to share their thoughts.


Jacobs-Young: New ARS administrator the 'perfect fit to lead the agency into the future'

U.S. Department of Agriculture recently named Dr. Simon Liu the administrator of the Agricultural Research Service.


Bhatt: Road safety projects 'will help save lives in Tribal communities'

U.S. Department of Transportation recently announced $21 million in grant awards to improve road safety on Tribal lands.


Regan: 'Philadelphia will be able to upgrade its aging system' for water infrastructure

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a $340 million low-cost loan for a Philadelphia water infrastructure revitalization plan.


Arizona Republican calls Biden administration 'utterly incompetent' for not shooting down Chinese spy balloon sooner

As the Chinese surveillance balloon made its way across the continental U.S. before being shot down this past weekend, a freshman Republican congressman from Arizona wondered aloud on social media what was taking so long


New Jersey congressman called for 'decisive consequences' day before Chinese spy balloon was shot down

A Republican congressman from New Jersey called for "decisive consequences" the day before the shooting down of Chinese surveillance balloon this past weekend.


Buttigieg: 'It's wrong for an airline to charge extra fees'

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg kept the heat on the airline industry this week, saying extra fees, or junk fees, are wrong.


Regan: EPA works to 'ensure our nation's drinking water pipes are lead-free'

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently announced an initiative to accelerate lead pipe replacement in Pennsylvania.


Williams: Florida woman 'deceived an 87-year-old Holocaust survivor'

A Florida woman was recently arrested for defrauding a Holocaust survivor out of $2.8 million.


Morant: 'Human trafficking is a complex global issue that requires a comprehensive strategy'

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security recently released its Center for Countering Human Trafficking annual report detailing its efforts to counter human trafficking.


Garcia: Water infrastructure projects 'will improve the lives of Puerto Rico communities'

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $23 million for water infrastructure projects in Puerto Rico.


Refugees International president lauds administration's expansion of COVID-19 parole authority

The Biden administration's expansion of a controversial COVID-19 era rule's parole authority is a positive step forward that should not replace asylum, said Refugees International's new president in a statement last month.


Former county legislator, ex-girlfriend convicted of defrauding business 'both face justice for their shameless misconduct,' U.S. attorney says

Former Suffolk County Legislator And Co-Conspirator Convicted Of Defrauding Mortgage Lender Out Of More Than A Quarter Of A Million Dollars


Former Prison Guard charged with sexually abusing inmates 'targeted vulnerable victims,' deputy AG says

A former prison correctional officer in Hawaii arrested arrested last week on allegations he sexually abused female inmates went after vulnerable victims and undermined the mission of federal prisons, Deputy Attorney General Lisa O. Monaco said in a news release