News published on Federal Newswire in August 2022

News from August 2022



Air Plan Approval; West Virginia; 2021 Amendments to West Virginia's Ambient Air Quality Standards discussed on Aug. 17 by Environmental Protection Agency

The US Environmental Protection Agency published a two page proposed rule on Aug. 17, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.



News Release: WASHINGTON - As the worsening drought crisis continues to impact communities across the West, the Department of the Interior today announced urgent action to improve and protect the long-term sustainability of the Colorado River System, including commitments for continued engagement with impacted states ...


Notice published on Aug. 17 by State Department

The US State Department published a one page notice on Aug. 17, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Commerce Department published a three page notice on Aug. 17, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Transportation Department published a two page notice on Aug. 17, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


News Release: Pecos, NM:- Pecos National Historical Park will offer the final two special backcountry hikes this September.


Federal Reserve Board provides additional information for banking organizations engaging or seeking to engage in crypto-asset-related activities

News Release: The Federal Reserve Board on Tuesday provided additional information for banking organizations engaging or seeking to engage in crypto-asset-related activities.


From Secretary to Management Analyst, Jeanie Gueretta’s 40-Year Federal Career Draws to a Close

News Release: Jeanie Gueretta, management analyst and contracting officer’s representative with the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Legacy Management, brought 40 years of federal government service to a close with her retirement in Grand Junction, Colorado, on July 29, 2022.


Basaltic Farms: ‘Garlic from China has many problems’

An organic farm near McArthur, California, that uses regenerative farming practices to grow organic garlic without using fertilizers or pesticides is reminding consumers that “garlic from China has many problems.”


New York residents will soon need a REAL ID to board an airplane

Release: WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. Travelers who want to board an airplane will soon need a star or flag on their New York state drivers license, indicating that it is a REAL ID-compliant credential or they will need another form of approved identification to board their flight or enter a secure federal facility. New...


What releases are upcoming from the Land Management Bureau on Aug. 18

There are two releases scheduled to be published on Aug. 18.



News Release: Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death and is the second most diagnosed cancer in both men and women in the United States. Lung cancer occurs when abnormal cells in the lungs grow out of control, forming a tumor. These cells destroy the healthy lung tissue around them. Warning signs of lung...


Rule published by Transportation Department on Aug. 17

The US Transportation Department published a four page rule on Aug. 17, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


News Release: A 28-count indictment was unsealed today in the Eastern District of California charging a former member of Congress with multiple fraud schemes and campaign contribution fraud.



DOE-NETL grant application closes on Dec. 5

RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, AND DEMONSTRATION FUNDING OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT (FY 2022) grant opened on Aug. 17.


FEMA Provides $1.2 Million to McCone Electric Cooperative Following 2021 Storms

News Release: DENVER - FEMA has approved an additional $1.2 million in Public Assistance funding to help Montanans recover from severe storms that impacted five northeast Montana counties in June of 2021. The assistance was made available under a major disaster declaration issued Aug. 13, 2021. FEMA has now provided more than $3.66 million in total Public Assistance funds for the disaster recovery effort in northeast Montana.