News published on Federal Newswire in December 2007

News from December 2007


The US Energy Department published a one page notice on Dec. 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Energy Department published a two page notice on Dec. 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Energy Department published a one page notice on Dec. 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Transportation Department published a three page rule on Dec. 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Commerce Department published a three page rule on Dec. 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Commerce Department published a two page rule on Dec. 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Commerce Department published a nine page rule on Dec. 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Commerce Department published a two page rule on Dec. 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Transportation Department published a two page proposed rule on Dec. 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Transportation Department published a four page proposed rule on Dec. 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Senate Endorses Peru FTA

News Release: Washington, DC - Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus (D-Mont.) applauded the Senate’s 77-18 passage today of the United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act. The agreement, passed by the House on November 8, will open Peru’s market to American exporters, including the nation’s...


Holidays in the National Parks Event

News Release: (Ninety Six, SC) - The National Parks have been keeping a secret. It was marked “Do not open until the Holidays," but now the Parks can reveal the surprise.


Wind and Rain Damage to Olympic National Park

News Release: Park crews are cutting their way through numerous downed trees today, as they attempt to access park entrance roads, make damage assessments and begin repairs. Only Kalaloch is open today, although travel is not recommended at this time.


Pictured Rocks Educator Promotes Environmental Education Statewide

News Release: (Munising, MI) National Park Service Park Ranger David Kronk, who manages the Education Outreach Program for schools and youth groups at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, was selected by two organizations to help them promote environmental education.


Lantos Says Latest News on Iran Underscores Importance of Diplomacy

News Release: Washington, DC - Chairman Tom Lantos of the House Foreign Affairs Committee today stated that the latest revelations about Iran’s nuclear program underscore the need for concerted diplomatic action, and bolster the argument against the kind of saber-rattling that has come from the Administration in recent months.


News Release: The National Park Service and the Murie Science and Learning Center (MSLC) are seeking applicants for two research fellowships that are available to individuals wishing to conduct research in Denali National Park and Preserve and other northern Alaska national parks.


Drakes Beach Café Temporarily Closed for Repairs November 30 through December 27, 2007

News Release: From Friday, Nov. 30, 2007 through Thursday, Dec. 27, 2007, the Drakes Beach Café will be closed for housekeeping activities prior to the busy whale watching and elephant seal viewing season. The café will reopen on Friday, December 28 and hours of operation for the winter season will be Friday from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Monday, from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. They also take reservations for dinners on Fridays at (415) 669-1297.


News Release: 'Mace', a new winter wheat cultivar developed by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and cooperators, could give growers an added measure of insurance against outbreaks of wheat streak mosaic virus (WSMV).


News Release: Washington, DC -The House today voted 405-2 for bipartisan legislation by Congressman Tom Lantos (D-CA), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, that will extend protections worldwide against human trafficking.


News Release: A Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore ornament is prominently displayed on this year’s official White House Christmas Tree in Washington, D.C. The tree is the centerpiece of elaborate decorations celebrating the theme of “Holiday in the National Parks.".