News published on Federal Newswire in February 2007

News from February 2007


The US Federal Reserve System published a one page notice on Feb. 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Federal Reserve System published a one page notice on Feb. 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Transportation Department published a one page rule on Feb. 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Agriculture Department published a three page rule on Feb. 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Transportation Department published a seven page rule on Feb. 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Transportation Department published a one page rule on Feb. 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Transportation Department published a two page rule on Feb. 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Commerce Department published a two page rule on Feb. 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Transportation Department published a two page proposed rule on Feb. 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Interior Department published a four page proposed rule on Feb. 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Transportation Department published a three page proposed rule on Feb. 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Commerce Department published a one page rule on Feb. 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Transportation Department published a two page proposed rule on Feb. 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Grassley: Review of Non-profits’ Political Activity Continues, Despite Fannie Mae Foundation Move

News Release: Sen. Chuck Grassley, ranking member of the Committee on Finance, today made the following comment on Fannie Mae’s announcement that it will close its charitable foundation and will open a new office for corporate giving. Grassley continues to investigate whether foundations including Fannie Mae’s and a group called the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN) engage in inappropriate activity for non-profit groups, such as political activity.


New Soil Moisture Sensors Assessed

News Release: Five years of trials around the world have conclusively shown the strengths and weaknesses of commercial soil moisture sensors used for irrigation.


Denali Park to Burn Debris Pile

News Release: Fire management staff at Denali National Park and Preserve will burn a large pile of debris consisting of brush, tree branches, scrap lumber, and other woody material on Monday, February 26. Ignition of the pile is planned to occur mid-morning.


Park Headquarters Temporarily Relocates

News Release: In preparation for the interior rehabilitation of the former C&H General Office Building, Keweenaw National Historical Park headquarters has been relocated to downtown Calumet. The temporary headquarters location is on the second floor of the Merchants & Miners Building (formerly River Valley State Bank) at 200 Fifth Street.


News Release: Petrified Forest, AZ - Park Superintendent Lee Baiza announces that Petrified Forest National Park will be changing to longer spring hours on Sunday, March 4. The park will open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 6:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time daily. The Painted Desert Visitor Center and the Rainbow Forest Museum hours will be the same as the park hours. The Painted Desert Inn National Historic Landmark is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily.


News Release: The National Conference of State Legislatures has released a statement praising Senator Susan Collins for her work to address states concerns over the Real ID Act. The full text of the press release is included below and can be found at...


News Release: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2007 WWW.USDOJ.GOV OVW (202) 514-2007 TDD (202) 514-1888 Fulfills Goal of President’s Family Justice Center Initiative WASHINGTON - The Family Justice Center of St. Joseph County opened its doors today, the Justice Department and the City of South Bend announced. ...