News published on Federal Newswire in February 2003

Rule published by Transportation Department on Feb. 27

By DOT News Wire | Feb 27, 2003

The US Transportation Department published a three page rule on Feb. 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

Transportation Department publishes rule on Feb. 27

By DOT News Wire | Feb 27, 2003

The US Transportation Department published a two page rule on Feb. 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

Rule published on Feb. 27 by Transportation Department

By DOT News Wire | Feb 27, 2003

The US Transportation Department published a four page rule on Feb. 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

Grassley Praises Committee Passage of Trade Bill

By Commerce Newswire | Feb 27, 2003

News Release: WASHINGTON - Sen. Chuck Grassley, chairman of the Committee on Finance, today praised committee passage of a trade bill that helps to ensure the continued success of key U.S.

Baucus Expresses Concern Over President’s Economic Stimulus Proposal

By Commerce Newswire | Feb 27, 2003

News Release: As the President's economic package is officially introduced in the House and Senate today, I once again must express my serious concern that the of the plan -- currently estimated at $695 billion - may take the country down the road toward ballooning deficits. In addition to increasing the debt, the current structure of the plan will provide little immediate stimulus to the economy.

Baucus Comments on U.S. Treasury Regulations Aimed at Eradicating Abusive Tax Shelters

By Commerce Newswire | Feb 27, 2003

News Release: The regulations issued today by the U.S. Treasury Department, will help provide the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) with the tools they need to eliminate abusive tax shelters and restore confidence in corporate America. As was highlighted by the recent Joint Committee on Taxation's recent report on Enron, there is an urgent need for strengthened disclosure requirements for both taxpayers and promoters. I am encouraged by the actions taken by Treasury today.

Commerce's NIST Launches Investigation into Rhode Island Nightclub Fire

By Commerce Newswire | Feb 27, 2003

News Release: The Commerce Department's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) today launched an investigation into the tragic fire of Feb. 20, 2003, at The Station nightclub in West Warwick, R.I. The work is being conducted under the authorities of the National Construction Safety Team (NCST) Act. NIST will lead a team of public and private-sector fire and safety experts to carry out the investigation.

Baucus Statement Regarding HHS FY 2004 Budget

By Commerce Newswire | Feb 27, 2003

News Release: We are pleased to have you here today, Secretary Thompson. This is the first FinanceCommittee hearing of the year to address health care and welfare issues.

Baucus Statement Regarding U.S. Tax Court Nominee Harry A. Haines

By Commerce Newswire | Feb 27, 2003

News Release: I am proud to announce the nomination of Harry A. Haines, of Montana, to be a Judge of the United States Tax Court.

Lieberman Lambastes Administration's Failure to Lead on Homeland Security/First Responder Funding

By Homeland Newswire | Feb 27, 2003

News Release: WASHINGTON - Responding to recent Administration attacks on Congress for inadequately funding first responders, Senator Joe Lieberman, D-Conn., Thursday accused the Bush Administration of shedding "crocodile tears" while demonstrating a clear lack of leadership in developing and meeting the nation’s...

Patented Microbial Collection Boasts 6,000 Strains

By USDA Newswire | Feb 27, 2003

News Release: Beneficial bacteria, assorted yeasts and blue-green molds are among thousands of microbes stored in the Agricultural Research Service's Patent Culture Collection in Peoria, Ill.

JUSTICE DEPARTMENT SEIZES TOP INTERNET SITE INVOLVED IN COPYRIGHT PIRACY

By DOJ Newswire | Feb 26, 2003

News Release: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2003 WWW.USDOJ.GOV CRM (202) 514-2008 (202) 514-2008 WASHINGTON, D.C. - The leading public Internet site dedicated to online copyright piracy was seized by the Justice Department today. Assistant Attorney General Michael Chertoff and Paul J. McNulty, U.S. ...

JUSTICE DEPARTMENT ADVISES FCC OF CONCERNS ABOUT SBC'S APPLICATION TO PROVIDE LONG DISTANCE SERVICES IN MICHIGAN

By DOJ Newswire | Feb 26, 2003

News Release: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2003 WWW.USDOJ.GOV AT (202) 616-2777 TDD (202) 514-1888 WASHINGTON, D.C.-- The Department of Justice today advised the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) that the Department is unable to support SBC's application to provide long distance services in ...

INDICTMENTS ALLEGE ILLEGAL FINANCIAL TRANSFERS TO IRAQ; VISA FRAUD INVOLVING ASSISTANCE TO GROUPS THAT ADVOCATE VIOLENCE

By DOJ Newswire | Feb 26, 2003

News Release: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2003 WWW.USDOJ.GOV CRM (202) 514-2008 TDD (202) 514-1888 WASHINGTON, D.C. Attorney General John Ashcroft and U.S. Attorney Glenn Suddaby for the Northern District of New York today announced that a federal grand jury in Syracuse, New York, has returned an indictment charging four individuals and the "Help the Needy" organization with engaging in illegal financial transfers to persons in Iraq.

Labor Department Obtains Restitution For Georgia Profit Sharing Plan

By Labor Gazette | Feb 26, 2003

News Release: Archived News Release — Caution: Information may be out of date.