News from June 2012
By DOL Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce Chairman John Kline (R-MN) issued the following statement after the Department of Labor released employment data for May...
By Interior Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: YAKIMA, Wash. - The spotlight will be on a new, highly efficient water delivery system designed to meet agricultural and environmental needs today and for generations to come.
By Interior Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: Sitka National Historical Park News Release.
By Commerce Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: WASHINGTON - Responding to reports of fish and debris off the West Coast contaminated from the Fukushima nuclear meltdowns in Japan, Rep. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) today sent letters to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) querying the agencies about their efforts to ensure seafood safety and protect public health.
By Interior Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: Ever seen another planet in the daytime sky? When Venus passes between Earth and the sun during the afternoon on June 5, 2012, it will appear as a black disk crossing the sun's face. You can experience this rare astronomical event safely and with a knowledgeable park ranger!.
By Commerce Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: WASHINGTON - Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Sander Levin (D-MI) issued the following statement today regarding the release of the May jobs report...
By Interior Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: Petrified Forest, AZ―Around the world, cultures have been fascinated with the passage of seasons and movements of the sun and moon, to include the prehistoric people of the Southwest. Solar markers (petroglyphs that interact with sunlight and shadow to mark solstices and equinoxes) are found throughout the Colorado Plateau, including the Petrified Forest area.
By Interior Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: Seneca Falls, NY - Women's Rights National Historical Park was affected by a storm cell which occurred during the afternoon of Tuesday, May 29th. High winds, heavy rains, and hail affected the areas in and near the park, resulting in downed power lines, trees, and tree limbs. A large chestnut tree located in front of the Elizabeth Cady Stanton House suffered severe damage.
By Interior Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: According to Chandra Harrington, the Museum of African American History has a unique opportunity to teach history, especially to young people. "Every ethnic group should know their history," she says and she hopes that a visit to the Museum will aid young people in their future.
By Interior Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: In order to improve public safety and address concerns related to previous accidents and near misses on the Devils Postpile access road, Devils Postpile National Monument will be enforcing a limit of 37 feet for all vehicles or vehicle combinations (truck and trailer) on the access road. The Devils Postpile...
By EPA Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee announced its hearing schedule for the week of June 4. The Subcommittee on Energy and Power will examine the Environmental Protection Agency’s enforcement philosophy with Former EPA Region 6 Administrator Al Armendariz. The Subcommittee...
By Commerce Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton (R-MI) commented today on the latest unemployment report, which showed the national unemployment rate ticking up to 8.2 percent and just 69,000 jobs created in the month of May...
By DOE Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee announced its hearing schedule for the week of June 4. The Subcommittee on Energy and Power will examine the Environmental Protection Agency’s enforcement philosophy with Former EPA Region 6 Administrator Al Armendariz. The Subcommittee...
By EPA Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton (R-MI) commented today on the latest unemployment report, which showed the national unemployment rate ticking up to 8.2 percent and just 69,000 jobs created in the month of May...
By DOE Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: Our mission as a Department - to ensure America’s security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions - touches Indian Country in many ways.
By US DOT Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - Following the release of unemployment numbers for May, Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Chairman of the Environment and Public Works Committee, said...
By EPA Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: It was two years ago this week, on May 26, 2010, that President Obama famously declared, “The true engine of economic growth will always be companies like Solyndra" during a visit to the doomed solar company’s Fremont, California headquarters. Fast forward two years and Nancy Pelosi, White House spokesman...
By Interior Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: In advance of National Trails Day this Saturday, June 2, 2012, as well as National Get Outdoors and Free Fishing day next Saturday, June 9, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Oregon and Washington has organized special events and waived many recreation fees. Contact the sponsoring BLM Districts for...
By DOE Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton (R-MI) commented today on the latest unemployment report, which showed the national unemployment rate ticking up to 8.2 percent and just 69,000 jobs created in the month of May...
By Interior Newswire | Jun 1, 2012
News Release: Beginning June 1, 2012, the National Park Service (NPS) will begin accepting applications for available beach access permits. These permits allow holders vehicle access to Freshwater and Hidden Beaches for commercial fishing purposes.
