News published on Federal Newswire in December 2021

News from December 2021


The US Justice Department published a one page notice on Dec. 1, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Energy Department published a three page notice on Dec. 1, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Release: More information about Slovenia is available on the Slovenia Page and from other Department of State publications and other sources listed at the end of this fact sheet.


Laos National Day

Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Laos on the occasion of the 46th anniversary of the founding of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic.


The US Transportation Department published a two page proposed rule on Dec. 1, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Leader Latta: E&C Republicans are Leading to Hold Big Tech Accountable for Censorship

News Release: Washington, D.C.-House Energy and Commerce Committee Republican leader for Communications and Technology Bob Latta (R-OH) called out Big Tech censorship today at a subcommittee hearing on Section 230 reform.


U.S. Department of Transportation Announces up to $606.7 million TIFIA Loan for the Farley Building Transportation Project (Moynihan Train Hall) in New York City

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Build America Bureau has provided a direct TIFIA loan in the amount of up to $606.7 million to the New York State Urban Development Corporation, doing business as Empire State Development, for the construction of the Farley Building Transportation Project or Moynihan Train Hall.


US Department of Labor cites two Rhode Island contractors for exposing workers to cave-in hazards at Warwick sewer line excavation

The sidewalls of an unprotected trench can collapse without warning and with great force – crushing and sometimes suffocating workers beneath tons of soil and debris – before they can react or escape.


Justice Department and Federal Trade Commission Meet with Fellow G7 Enforcement Partners on Competition in Digital Markets

Today, Assistant Attorney General Jonathan Kanter of the Department of Justice Antitrust Division and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina M.


DHS Begins Implementation of Immigration Enforcement Priorities

The Department of Homeland Security today announced it will begin implementation of the Guidelines for the Enforcement of Civil Immigration Law signed by Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas on September 30.


EPA Awards More Than $4.6 Million for Clean Diesel Projects Across New England

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is awarding a total of $4,654,135 in grants to fund projects and programs that will help reduce diesel emissions throughout New England.


DOE Announces Release of up to 50 Million Barrels of Crude Oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve

Today, following the President’s announcement yesterday to release 50 million barrels of Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) crude oil through a competitive exchange for up to 32 million barrels and a sale for up to 18 million barrels, to satisfy Congressionally mandated requirements in Section 30204 of the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 (Public Law 115-123) for fiscal year (FY) 2022, the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) issued the solicitation for the 32 million barrel exchange.


Op-ed by Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai: What new steel and aluminum deals mean for American families

Steel and aluminum are critical components of the American economy. From cars and trucks to our appliances and beer cans, Americans depend on steel and aluminum for everyday items.


USDA Settles a Packers and Stockyards Case Against Columbus Sales Pavilion Inc. and Travis Bock

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) entered into a stipulation agreement with Columbus Sales Pavilion Inc. and Travis Bock (Columbus) of Columbus, Neb., on Nov. 9, 2021, for violations of the Packers and Stockyards (P&S) Act. Under the terms of the stipulation agreement, Columbus waived its rights to a hearing and paid a penalty of $3,300.


Secretary Haaland Highlights Bipartisan Infrastructure Law During Maryland Visit

Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland toured various sites in Maryland today to highlight the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s investments in infrastructure and climate resiliency initiatives.