News published on Federal Newswire in April 2022

News from April 2022


Release: In 2021, U.S. conventional weapons destruction (CWD) assistance to the Middle East and North Africa enhanced regional stability and improved human security. In Iraq, Lebanon, and Libya improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and landmines emplaced by ISIS, as well as explosive remnants of war (ERW) are a...


News Release: HUNTINGTON, W.Va. - A Michigan man pleaded guilty today to being a felon in possession of a firearm.


News Release: Great Smoky Mountains National Park announced that a two-year trail rehabilitation project will begin on Ramsey Cascades Trail as part of the Trails Forever program supported by Friends of the Smokies. The trail, Ramsey Prong Road, and the Cosby area of the park will be closed to all traffic on Wednesday...


Anchorage Man Pleads Guilty to Fraud Charges

News Release: Involving passports and the receipt of $518,401 in fraudulent government benefits.


News Release: HOUSTON - A 42-year-old Manvel resident has been ordered to prison following his conviction of wire fraud, announced U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery.


Huffman resident pleads guilty to unlawfully dealing firearms

News Release: HOUSTON - A 54-year-old man has admitted to engaging in the sale of firearms without a license, announced U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery.


The China Power Project: 'The government's reticence, due to an attempt to control information and prevent public panic, delayed an effective and timely response.'

The Chinese government continues to press forward with its reputation repair campaign in the wake of all damages caused by COVID-19.



Kowalski: Washington salvage firm 'unwilling to reach compliance'

A Washington state salvage company's repeated violations of the Clean Water Act have resulted in a $50,300 fine.


Garcia: 'Any potential restart of this facility would occur safely'

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency told the new owners of the former Limetree Bay refinery on St. Croix it has information suggesting the refinery must obtain a prevention of significant deterioration permit before the refinery restarts operations.


Raimondo: U.S., EU agreement 'paved the way for continued economic recovery'

A Trans-Atlanta Data Privacy Framework between the United States and the European Union recognizes the importance of trusted data flows, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo said in a March 25 news release.


Pirzadeh: EPA and Alaska borough work to 'reduce wood smoke pollution and improve air quality'

The state of Alaska and Fairbanks North Star Borough have received grants totaling $5.6 million to improve air quality in Fairbanks, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.


Granholm: International Energy Agency 'committed to a clean energy future'

The U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm met global energy leaders in Paris for the International Energy Agency's 2022 Ministerial Meeting.


Lowery: Five men sentenced for 'slew of senseless violent crimes' with Tri City Bombers racketeering conspiracy

Five men have received significant sentences for their roles in the Tri City Bombers racketeering conspiracy, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.


News Release: Justice Department Files False Claims Act Complaint Against Two Laboratory CEOs, One Hospital CEO and Others Across Texas, New York, and Pennsylvania.


Congratulations to the summer 2022 Isle Royale artists-in-residence

News Release: HOUGHTON, Mich - Isle Royale National Park is proud to announce the summer 2022 artists-in-residence. This year’s selections include.


To Walk the Earth in Safety: New Report Showcases U.S. Global Leadership in Landmine Clearance and Conventional Weapons Destruction

Release: On April 4, 2022, the Office of Weapons Removal and Abatement in the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Political-Military Affairs released the 21st Edition of To Walk the Earth in Safety, a report underscoring the accomplishments of the U.S. Conventional Weapons Destruction (CWD) Program in 2021.


“ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS“ was published in the Senate section on pages S1911-S1912 on March 31


Media Advisory: Finance Committee to Hold Hearing with IRS Commissioner Rettig

News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senate Finance Committee Chair Ron Wyden, D-Ore., will convene a hearing on Thursday, April 7, 2022, on the IRS, President Biden’s fiscal year 2023 budget, and the 2022 filing season. The hearing will take place at 10:00 a.m. in Room 215 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building.


State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Program 2021 Year in Review

News Release: Secure energy infrastructure is critical to national and economic security. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recognizes that energy security planning and preparedness at the local and state level is one of the most important factors in building a more resilient energy sector that can prevent, mitigate, withstand, respond to, and recover from any disruptions - manmade or physical.


“CONFIRMATIONS“ was published in the Senate section on page S1920 on March 31