News published on Federal Newswire in February 2022

News from February 2022


Environmental Protection Agency discusses Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks: 1990-2020 on Feb. 28

The US Environmental Protection Agency published a one page notice on Feb. 28, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


DOT-PHMSA grant application closes on April 15

FY 2022 Community Safety Grants (CSG) grant opened on Feb. 28.


The US Transportation Department published a two page proposed rule on Feb. 28, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


BLM Campbell Tract Welcomes Iditarod Fans for  Ceremonial Start Activities 2022

News Release: ANCHORAGE, Alaska -The Bureau of Land Management will host the finish of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race Ceremonial Start March 5 at the BLM Campbell Tract.


Creating a more diverse academy class through mentoring

Inclusivity is the key factor in the Coast Guard’s excellence.



Haleakalā National Park Public Scoping Period Begins for Air Tour Management Plan

News Release: Kula, Maui - The National Park Service (NPS) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are seeking public input on potential alternatives to be considered for an air tour management plan (ATMP) for Haleakalā National Park.


Iowa man sentenced to federal prison for child pornography convictions following an ICE HSI investigation

 A man who illegally possessed child pornography was sentenced Thursday to 4 years in federal prison following an investigation by U.S.


The US Interior Department published a two page notice on Feb. 28, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Texas Man Sentenced for $1.6 Million Investment Fraud Scheme

News Release: KC Brothers Also Pleaded Guilty to Fraud Scheme.


USCIS Reaches Fiscal Year 2022 H-1B Cap

USCIS has received a sufficient number of petitions needed to reach the congressionally mandated 65,000 H-1B visa regular cap and the 20,000 H-1B visa U.S. advanced degree exemption, known as the master’s cap, for fiscal year (FY) 2022.


New Castle Woman Had Role in Cocaine Trafficking Organization

News Release: PITTSBURGH, PA -- A resident of New Castle, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to charge of violating federal narcotics laws, United States Attorney Cindy K. Chung announced today.


Upcoming Digital Press Briefing on Russian Aggression in Ukraine with Molly Phee, Assistant Secretary, Bureau of African Affairs

Release: EVENT: Please join us on Thursday, March 3, 2022, for a digital press briefing to discuss ongoing Russian aggression in Ukraine in the context of its impact on the nations of the African continent. After brief opening remarks, Assistant Secretary Phee will take questions from participating journalists.


The US State Department published a one page notice on Feb. 28, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Rural Energy for America Program discussed on Feb. 28 by Agriculture Department

The US Agriculture Department published a seven page rule on Feb. 28, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Central Idaho Resource Advisory Committee discussed on Feb. 28 by Agriculture Department

The US Agriculture Department published a two page notice on Feb. 28, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Biden-Harris Administration Sets Offshore Energy Records with $4.37 Billion in Winning Bids for Wind Sale

The Department of the Interior today announced the results of the nation’s highest-grossing competitive offshore energy lease sale in history, including oil and gas lease sales, with the New York Bight offshore wind sale.


News Release: Currier had prior felony convictions when he was caught in a conspiracy involving over 10 pounds of meth.


Amid Historic Investment in Wildland Fire Management, Partnerships are Key

Across America’s vast forests and grasslands, wildfires can move swiftly, oblivious to the lines on a map that mark one parcel of land as private property, one as a sovereign Tribal nation, another as federally managed, and still another as state jurisdiction.


Hoover Dam reopens tours to visitors

The Bureau of Reclamation announced today that it is reopening tours of Hoover Dam at 50% capacity. Until further notice, a limited number of tickets will be sold each day for Powerplant Tours, Dam Tours, and Visitor Center Exhibits.