News from April 2022

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
I also want to thank the First Lady, Dr. Jill Biden. As a lifelong educator, Dr. Biden knows that most Americans are just looking for an opportunity – a fair shot – to pursue their dreams.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
Kim Amendola brings a unique skill set of biology and communications to the leadership role.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
What can a bottle of water collected from the ocean tell scientists about the fish that live there? Plenty, says new study.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
New Standards Will Save Consumers Money and Increase Fuel Efficiency

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
Today we are continuing our work to reauthorize the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) user fees, which provide critical resources for the agency’s medical product review programs.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
“Inflation and supply chain issues continue to cause shortages and drive-up costs across the board for American families.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow of Michigan released the following statement on the food, agriculture, and rural provisions in the White House’s FY2023 budget request.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
I extend my sincerest congratulations to the newest CFTC Commissioners. As a Georgian, I am proud to see Kristin Johnson, an Emory Law Professor, among this group of individuals, and look forward to working with them all,” said Chairman David Scott.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking nominees for the United Soybean Board to succeed 42 members and 7 alternate members with terms that expire in December 2022.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
In 2021, U.S. conventional weapons destruction (CWD) assistance to the Middle East and North Africa enhanced regional stability and improved human security.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
The U.S. Government is moving forward in the spirit of partnership with four countries and a regional grouping of countries to implement the ten-year U.S. Strategy to Prevent Conflict and Promote Stability.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
On February 1st, I met with Secretary Blinken and asked him if he would please come to Algeria.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in Rabat, Morocco.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
Just a few weeks ago, we were at the height of the Omicron wave, and we were pretty much – air space was closed again and we were feeling very cut off and very isolated.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with the Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
The MEPPA will support building economic bridges between Palestinians and Israelis, as well as supporting people-to-people peace building.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
The Secretary will underscore the unwavering U.S. commitment to Israel’s security, discuss the challenges posed by Iran, and engage on Israeli-Palestinian issues.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
The United States is committed to strengthening global resiliency and democratic renewal, and promoting peaceful, self-reliant nations that become strong economic and security partners capable of addressing shared challenges.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
The President’s Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Request includes $60.4 billion for the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), $1.9 billion or 3 percent above the Fiscal Year 2022 Request, and $7.4 billion or 14 percent above FY 2021 enacted levels.

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2022
The United States strongly condemns the recent marked increase in violence in Sudan, particularly in Darfur and the Two Areas, and calls for an immediate end to killings, sexual violence, forced displacements, and other human rights abuses.