News published on Federal Newswire in July 2021

News Release: WASHINGTON-The Lugar Center today issued its congressional oversight report card for 2021 and gave the Democrat-led House Committee on Oversight and Reform a failing grade. Notably, Oversight Democrats received an “A" from 2019-2020 during the Trump Administration but have now received an “F" during...

Pittsburgh Man Pleads Guilty in String of Armed Robberies across Allegheny County

News Release: PITTSBURGH - A resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of conspiracy to commit robbery, robbery, and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence, Acting United States Attorney Stephen R. Kaufman announced today.

Brady Welcomes New Social Security Chief Counsel to the Senior Staff

News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - The top Republican on the House Ways and Means Committee Rep. Kevin Brady (R-TX) announced changes to his senior staff for the Committee, naming Shaun Freiman as the new Republican chief Social Security counsel...

Chairs Pallone and Maloney Seek Documents from Biogen on Alzheimer’s Drug Aduhelm

News Release: Today, Rep. Frank Pallone, Jr., Chairman of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney, the Chairwoman of the Committee on Oversight and Reform, sent a letter to Biogen Inc. Chief Executive Officer Michel Vounatsos requesting documents related to the approval process, marketing, and pricing of Biogen’s Alzheimer’s drug, Aduhelm.

ICE HSI probe leads to federal prison sentences for 2 Los Angeles-area men who ran large-scale counterfeit identification document ring

News Release: LOS ANGELES - Two San Fernando Valley men who participated in an extensive scheme that produced and sold counterfeit identity documents - including United States passport cards, Social Security cards and driver’s licenses - each received federal prison sentences today.

Feature Article: Delivering Clean Power to Disaster Scenes, Without Compromise

News Release: At the scene of a disaster as first responders attempt to assist survivors, coordinate responses and provide the essential help a devastated area requires, one of the things needed most is power. Addressing the immediate requirements of the community is the primary concern, not the exhaust pouring out...

Sao Tome and Principe National Day

By State Newswire | Jul 12, 2021

Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Sao Tome and Principe on the 46th anniversary of your independence.

Songs from the Oregon Trail Featuring “Buffalo Bill” and Dr. Jo

By Interior Newswire | Jul 12, 2021

News Release: CASPER, Wyo. - Join the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center for a music performance by celebrated “Buffalo Bill" and Dr. Jo performing songs about the pioneer experience on the Oregon Trail this Saturday.

Bay County Approved for $2.4 Million in Hurricane Michael Recovery Expenses

News Release: PENSACOLA, Fla -- FEMA has approved $2,404,834 to the state of Florida to reimburse Bay County for the costs to repair and replace roadways damaged during Hurricane Michael debris removal operations due to heavy equipment usage.

Appropriations Subcommittee Approves Fiscal Year 2022 Energy and Water Development, and Related Agencies Funding Bill

News Release: The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies today approved by voice vote its fiscal year 2022 bill.

Acting U.S. Attorney Announces Appointment of Assistant U.S. Attorney John F. Docherty to Serve as Federal Magistrate Judge in St. Paul

News Release: MINNEAPOLIS - W. Anders Folk, the Acting United States Attorney for the District of Minnesota, today announced that Assistant U.S. Attorney John F. Docherty has been appointed to serve as a United States Magistrate Judge. He will sit in St. Paul.

Huntington Man Sentenced for Federal Crack Cocaine Charge

News Release: HUNTINGTON, W.Va. - A Huntington man caught with crack cocaine last year in his residence was sentenced today to 78 months in federal prison. Daniel Legette, 45, previously pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute cocaine base, also known as “crack." Legette was on supervised release at...

Recognizing anniversary of worker's death, US Department of Labor urges western New Yorkers to safeguard against hot weather hazards

By DOL Newswire | Jul 12, 2021

News Release: BUFFALO - On July 7, 2020, 35-year-old Timothy Barber collapsed at the end of his shift after working on the Genesee River Bridge Project in Geneseo. Treated for heat stress and heat exhaustion, he died from hyperthermia on his second day on the job.

Drug trafficker from Canada sent to prison

News Release: HOUSTON - A 51-year-old woman has been ordered to federal prison for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute cocaine, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery.

Chairs Pallone and Maloney Seek Documents from Biogen on Alzheimer’s Drug Aduhelm

By DOE Newswire | Jul 12, 2021

News Release: Today, Rep. Frank Pallone, Jr., Chairman of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney, the Chairwoman of the Committee on Oversight and Reform, sent a letter to Biogen Inc. Chief Executive Officer Michel Vounatsos requesting documents related to the approval process, marketing, and pricing of Biogen’s Alzheimer’s drug, Aduhelm.

Clarksburg Man Sentenced for Firearms Charge

News Release: CLARKSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA - Tee El Dodd, of Clarksburg, West Virginia, was sentenced today to 46 months of incarceration for a firearms charge, Acting U.S. Attorney Randolph J. Bernard announced.

Park Releases Historic Buildings Strategy for Public Comment

By Interior Newswire | Jul 12, 2021

News Release: BUSHKILL, PA- Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area released today a draft Historic Buildings Strategy (HBS) for a 30-day public review and comment period. Comments will be accepted from July 12 through Aug. 10, 2021.

Decatur Man Sentenced to 27 Years in Prison for Child Sex Crimes

News Release: URBANA, Ill. - Courtney Williams, 32, of the 3500 block of Plover Dr. in Decatur, Ill., was sentenced today to 324 months (27 years) in federal prison for child sexual exploitation offenses.

Ferguson: Biden’s Stealth Tax is Coming for American Families