Stories by Trina Thomas on Federal Newswire


Lessley: DOT extends program application deadline 'to move goods faster, strengthen supply chain resiliency and reduce the climate impacts'

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration will expand the deadline for potential applicants to apply to the America’s Marine Highway Program until June.


Carey: BLM 'proud to take on the stewardship of these lands'

The Bureau of Land Management has purchased more than 4,000 acres in Montana from the Nature Conservancy as part of President Joe Biden’s "America the Beautiful" initiative.


U.S. attorney on Big Island pain doctor case: 'The unlawful diversion of prescription drugs is one of the most serious problems plaguing our communities'

Rudolph B. Puana, a former Big Island pain doctor, was found liable on all 38 counts of an indictment by a federal grand jury.


Thielhorn on man's 12-year sentence for conspiracy: 'Our goal is to disrupt and dismantle the illegal activity'

An Oklahoma man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for his play in a conspiracy that resulted in trafficking firearms to Mexican cartels.



Mayorkas: 'We are proud to deliver on President Biden’s commitment to welcome 100,000 Ukrainians and others fleeing Russian aggression'

President Joe Biden recently announced a streamlined process that provides Ukrainian citizens who are seeking refuge from the war against Russia with opportunities to come to the United States.


Griffin: 'By partnering with the country’s airports, we can meet this climate challenge'

The Federal Aviation Administration and the White House have launched a Climate Challenge across the country to set climate change goals for airports.


South Dakota teenager wins Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest

A South Dakota teenager has won the Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest.


ARS: Scientists research 'health-promoting potential in the human body' of carrots, onions

Agricultural Research Service scientists are making moves on the vegetable front by upping the ante on salad ingredients.


Smith: Maryland gang leader sentenced for 'terrorizing law-abiding citizens for far too long'

An investigation conducted by Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations Baltimore April 25 resulted in a life sentence for a notorious gang leader.


Guzman: 'Recycle City has provided a fun opportunity for students to learn' for 25 years

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the 25th anniversary of the Recycle City Educational Initiative.


Cash: EPA accepting merit award nominations; 'We look forward to recognizing their efforts'

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's New England regional office is accepting 2022 Environmental Merit Awards nominations until May 16.


Dawson: 'Transnational violent gangs are a significant threat to our national security'

An Eastern District of Texas federal grand jury recently indicted seven members of the criminal organization La Mara Salvatrucha for a Jan. 31 prison attack on its rival gang members.


Sharp: Oklahoma sisters 'showed no regard for human life'

Three sisters fro​​​​​m Oklahoma received a prison sentence for crimes committed in a 2018 Walker County shooting.


Vilsack: 2023 budget 'provides USDA with the tools needed to support a vibrant, revitalized and prosperous rural America'

Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack commented March 28 on the Biden-Harris administration's budget for fiscal year 2023.


Vilsack: Emergency Livestock Relief Program will help 'distribute payments within days to livestock producers'

U.S. Department of Agriculture announced ranchers with approved applications for the 2021 Livestock Forage Disaster Program will soon receive relief payments for increases in supplemental feed costs through the Farm Service Agency's new Emergency Livestock Relief Program.


Lester Moffitt: 'Micro-Grants will help eligible states and territories increase the quantity and quality of locally grown food.'

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Marketing Service announced April 5 it is providing $5 million in funding to Alaska, Hawaii and other territories to support small-scale agricultural operations.


Cliff: NHTSA reports driver-assisted technology marketing campaign so 'the public understand their capabilities and limitations'

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported it will launch a $1.2 million marketing campaign designed to inform the public about the safety features of driver-assisted technologies.


Thompson: USDA consultation series to help 'empower tribal nations'

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a five-day consultation series called USDA Tribal Consultations on Barriers/Equity: Annual Progress Report and Feedback for Next Steps.


Trottenberg: 'I am truly excited to see the incredible ideas' submitted by Women in Aviation Advisory Board

The Women in Aviation Advisory Board attended its final meeting March 21 and voted unanimously to submit its report to the Federal Aviation Administration.