News published on Federal Newswire in April 2022

News from April 2022


USDA Designates Two Idaho Counties as Primary Natural Disaster Areas

News Release: This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans. Emergency loans can be used to meet various recovery needs including...


Environmental Protection Agency discusses Forty-First Update of the Federal Agency Hazardous Waste Compliance Docket on April 26

The US Environmental Protection Agency published a four page notice on April 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Transportation Department discusses Amendment of United States Area Navigation (RNAV) Route T-251; Central United States on April 26

The US Transportation Department published a three page rule on April 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


News Release: Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) issued the following statement today after the Department of Energy (DOE) announced new energy efficiency standards for lightbulbs...


Chairwoman Roybal-Allard Statement at Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Request Hearing for the Department of Homeland Security

Release: Congressman Tim Ryan (D-OH), Chair of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Subcommittee, delivered the following remarks at the Subcommittee's hearing on the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Request for the Library of Congress.


Methamphetamine Dealer Sentenced To More Than Eight Years In Federal Prison

News Release: Tampa, FL - U.S. District Steven D. Merryday has sentenced Becky Angeles (39, Tampa) to eight years and four months in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. Angeles had pleaded guilty on April 27, 2021.


The US Energy Department published a two page notice on April 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


There was activity on two bills related to the Judiciary Committee on April 26.


Release: In Geneva at the High-Level Roundtable for the Horn of Africa Drought, the United States announced more than $200 million in additional humanitarian assistance for the Horn of Africa region.  This funding will be used to respond to the humanitarian needs from the devastating drought and to address the...


News Release: United States Attorney Richard G. Frohling announced that on April 27, 2022, Patrick Souter (age: 57) of Racine, WI was sentenced to one year and one day in prison on charges that he willfully failed to account for and pay over payroll taxes to the Internal Revenue Service, in violation of Title 26, United States Code, Section 7202.


Two Keene Residents Charged In Superseding Indictment With Additional Charges Related to Virtual Currency Exchange Business

News Release: CONCORD - A federal grand jury returned a 33-count superseding indictment on Monday charging Ian Freeman, 41, and Aria DiMezzo, 35, both of Keene, with a variety of financial and fraud crimes, United States Attorney John J. Farley announced today.



Secretary Blinken’s Call with French Foreign Minister Le Drian

Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price.


News Release: WELLFLEET, Mass- The Outer Cape is renowned for its beauty, diversity, and history. Spring Fling! is a monthlong series of programs celebrating the power of partnerships and collaboration in preserving and building understanding of the region’s rich resources and stories.


Swallet Trail at Montezuma Well Closed for Bat Maternity Colony

News Release: Rimrock, AZ -The trail to the Swallet Caves at Montezuma Well will be closed effective May 1st through July 31st to protect the habitat of the Townsend’s big-eared bat. The overlook and loop trails will remain open. The cave is a critical maternity habitat for the Townsend’s big-eared bat during these months. While nursing their pups, noise, movement, or any other disturbance could cause the bats to abandon their roost. Natural Resource Program Manager Sara Eno shares,.


News Release: Today, Secretary Mayorkas delivered the following opening remarks on the Fiscal Year 2023 budget request for the Department of Homeland Security during testimony before the House Committee on Appropriations -- Homeland Security Subcommittee...


News Release: SAN ANTONIO - Yesterday a San Antonio woman was sentenced to 45 months in prison and ordered to pay $12,443.64 in restitution for her role in a bank fraud scheme.


News Release: SALT LAKE CITY - The Bureau of Land Management announced today it has leased eight parcels, covering approximately 21,685 acres of public land in a geothermal lease sale for development of clean, renewable energy for communities in Beaver and Millard counties. The April 12, 2022, competitive sale generated...


News Release: A former Mississippi pharmacist was sentenced today to 10 years in the Southern District of Mississippi for a multimillion-dollar scheme to defraud TRICARE and private insurance companies by paying kickbacks to distributors for the referral of medically unnecessary prescriptions. The conduct resulted in more than $180 million in fraudulent billings, including more than $50 million paid by federal health care programs.


Release of U.S. Citizen Trevor Reed from Russia

Release: I am pleased to announce the release of U.S. citizen Trevor Reed, who was wrongfully detained in Russia. We extend our deep appreciation to our many allies and partners who helped us in this effort.