News from January 2022
By Karen Kidd | Jan 17, 2022
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has recently transitioned to an improved financial management system as part of the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) overall modernization effort to improve budget oversight and increase efficiency.
By David Beasley | Jan 17, 2022
President Biden recently supported an initiative providing $1 billion to independent meat processors through the American Rescue Plan in an effort to combat a perceived lack of competition in the meatpacking industry leading to price increases.
By David Beasley | Jan 17, 2022
A new insurance option has recently been made available to corn farmers in some states who ’split-apply’ nitrogen fertilizer by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in hopes that the practice, considered better for natural resources, is more broadly implemented.
By Trina Thomas | Jan 17, 2022
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently began a 30-day public comment period concerning its plans for the cleanup of Illinois’ Sandoval Zinc Company superfund site, the Village of Sandoval and surrounding areas.
By Trina Thomas | Jan 17, 2022
The last group of Afghanistan nationals receiving temporary housing at Fort Bliss, Texas as part of the ongoing Operation Allies Welcome has recently left base and been resettled, a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) press release said.
By DOJ Newswire | Jan 17, 2022
News Release: United States Attorney Jan Sharp announced that Richard L. Moore, 67, formerly of Wallace, Nebraska, was sentenced on Jan. 13, 2022 in Lincoln, Nebraska, by United States District Judge John M. Gerrard for production of child pornography. Moore was sentenced to 360 months in prison and will also spend...
By Trina Thomas | Jan 17, 2022
In an effort to get more school buses rolling, the U.S. departments of transportation and education have given states the option to waive the requirement that potential drivers be able to identify parts of a bus engine.
By Trina Thomas | Jan 17, 2022
A former researcher for GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) recently pleaded guilty to stealing trade secrets and providing them to a pharmaceutical company in China operated by her husband and supported by the Chinese government.
By Trina Thomas | Jan 17, 2022
The Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) recently highlighted its efforts in 2021 towards reducing fossil fuel impact and achieving the goal of net-zero emissions in the United States by 2050.
By David Beasley | Jan 17, 2022
Residents in 14 Kentucky counties affected by tornado storms Dec. 10-11 are now eligible for the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP), Gov. Andy Beshear's office announced recently.
By State Newswire | Jan 17, 2022
Release: The United States strongly condemns the terrorist attacks in Abu Dhabi today, which struck civilian sites including Abu Dhabi’s international airport, killing and wounding innocent civilians. We express our condolences to the families of these victims and to the people of the UAE. The Houthis have claimed responsibility for this attack. We reiterate our unwavering commitment to the security of the UAE and stand united with our Emirati partners.
By David Beasley | Jan 17, 2022
A collection of 25,000 beetle specimens has recently been acquired by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) to help researchers study the genus Agrilus, a potentially invasive species that threatens U.S. agriculture and forestry.
By State Newswire | Jan 17, 2022
Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price.
By Glenn Minnis | Jan 17, 2022
A Southern California construction company was recently found liable for $72,342 in back wages and liquidated damages by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Wage and Hour Division (WHD) after investigators found 12 employees were not paid for work performed before and after scheduled shifts.
By State Newswire | Jan 17, 2022
Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price.
By Homeland Newswire | Jan 17, 2022
News Release: Nashville, Tenn - President Biden declared a major federal disaster declaration on Jan. 14 for the deadly tornado outbreak that took place on December 10 and 11, 2021. Homeowners and renters in 12 counties affected by severe storms, straight-line winds and tornados may now apply for FEMA disaster assistance. These designated counties include Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Gibson, Henderson, Henry, Lake, Obion, Stewart, Sumner, Weakley, and Wilson counties.
By State Newswire | Jan 17, 2022
Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price.
By Press release submission | Jan 17, 2022
Energy Subcommittee Republican Leader Fred Upton (R-MI) delivered opening remarks at today’s Energy Subcommittee hearing on how the Democratic majority has its priorities misplaced in the face of numerous crises under President Biden’s leadership.
By Press release submission | Jan 17, 2022
Energy and Commerce Committee Republican Leader Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) delivered remarks in today’s Energy Subcommittee hearing on how President Biden’s energy policies have weakened America’s national security, raised costs on families, and emboldened Russia.
By Press release submission | Jan 17, 2022
Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and Communications and Technology Subcommittee Ranking Member Bob Latta (R-OH), and Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Ranking Member Sam Graves (R-MO) and Aviation Subcommittee Ranking Member Garret Graves (R-LA) released the following joint statement regarding the Biden White House’s lack of leadership during the latest rollout of 5G technology:
