News published on Federal Newswire in April 2022

News from April 2022


USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Power Semiconductors, and Mobile Devices and Computers Containing Same

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has voted to institute an investigation of certain power semiconductors, and mobile devices and computers containing same.


Gross Domestic Product by State, 4th Quarter 2021 and Year 2021 (Preliminary)

Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased in 47 states and the District of Columbia in the fourth quarter of 2021, as real GDP for the nation increased at an annual rate of 6.9 percent, according to statistics released today by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.


FirstNet, Built with AT&T is Connecting More First Responders Across Illinois

What’s the news? AT&T is America’s public safety communications partner.


NIST Awards Funding to Strengthen Advanced Manufacturing for Microelectronics, Digital and Biomanufacturing

The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has awarded a total of $1.2 million to four organizations to develop technology roadmaps aimed at strengthening U.S. manufacturing and innovation across industries.


Collecting Data on Diverse West Coast Waters

Tune in and learn what kinds of surveys NOAA Fisheries scientists use to collect data on the breathtaking diversity of West Coast waters.


Meet Janet Coit, NOAA Fisheries Assistant Administrator

Janet Coit, the head of NOAA Fisheries, shares about her background, her inspirations, and what Women’s History Month means to her.


Pallone Praises Biden’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve Announcement to Relieve America’s Pain at the Pump

“I commend President Biden for taking decisive, historic action to combat rising gas prices and help provide the American people much needed relief at the pump.


Rodgers and Westerman: Biden’s Critical Minerals Announcement Misses Bigger Picture

Today, President Joe Biden announced he is invoking Defense Protection Act powers in order to ramp up domestic production of critical minerals.


GOP Committee Leaders Question Biden Administration's Plan to Use Federal Agencies as Voting Intermediaries

"We are certain you agree with us that every eligible voter who chooses to vote must have the opportunity to vote, and that every lawful vote must count, and increased voter registration and participation is a goal we share.


Chair Stacey Plaskett Opening Statement at Hearing “A 2022 Review of the Farm Bill: Horticulture and Urban Agriculture”

House Agriculture Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research Chair Stacey Plaskett delivered the following statement at today's hearing titled “A 2022 Review of the Farm Bill: Horticulture and Urban Agriculture”


USDA Announces Intent to Reestablish Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee Charter, Seeks Nominees

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced it intends to renew the charter of the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee (FVIAC).


The United State Welcomes the UN Truce in Yemen

The United States welcomes the UN’s announcement of a two-month truce in the Yemen conflict and the parties’ acceptance of its terms.


The Spirit of Partnership: Implementing the U.S. Strategy to Prevent Conflict and Promote Stability

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.


United States Imposes Sanctions on Iran’s Ballistic Missile-Related Activities

The United States is designating five Iranian individuals and entities for sanctions pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13382, which targets proliferators of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery for their involvement in Iran’s ballistic missile-related activities.


Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Moroccan Prime Minister Akhannouch

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch in Rabat.


Joint Statement on the UAE-U.S.-Israel Religious Coexistence Working Group to Advance Interfaith and Intercultural Dialogue and Counter Religious Intolerance and Hatred

The United Arab Emirates, United States, and State of Israel have launched an ambitious agenda to promote interfaith and intercultural dialogue and counter religious intolerance and hatred at the inaugural meeting of the Trilateral Religious Coexistence Working Group in Dubai.


Commitments to Security and Prosperity Underscore Secretary Blinken’s Travel to Morocco

The Secretary will also engage with Moroccan civil society leaders and participate in a media engagement.


Secretary Antony J. Blinken  And Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett  After Their Meeting

I’d like to convey my thanks to you, Secretary of State Blinken, and to Israel’s foreign minister, my friend Yair Lapid, for the important parts you’re playing in this summit.


Condemnation of Houthi Terrorist Attacks on Saudi Arabia

We strongly condemn this week’s multiple Houthi terrorist attacks on Saudi Arabia, including today’s that struck an Aramco facility in Jeddah, which is clearly civilian infrastructure.


Department of State Begins Construction on New U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, Nigeria

The construction project will take approximately five years, with completion expected in 2027.