News published on Federal Newswire in July 2022

News from July 2022


Cedar Falls, Iowa, 12th Grader Wins 2022 President’s Environmental Youth Award


Rapper Who Bragged About COVID-Related Jobless Benefits Scam Agrees to Plead Guilty to Federal Fraud and Firearm Charges


Biden signs cybersecurity measure to fortify existing systems, expand cyber-war capabilities

After Congress passed a bill to help recruit and train cybersecurity employees for the U.S. government the measure was signed into law June 21 by President Joe Biden. It is hoped that a steady supply of recruits for U.S. cybersecurity will help fortify existing cybersecurity systems and expand national cyber-war capabilities.


Armed Services Committee and the bills it addressed on July 12

There was activity on three bills related to the Armed Services Committee on July 12.


EPA Announces that Indiana’s Clark and Floyd Counties Now Meet Federal Air Quality Standard for Ozone


EPA Extends Comment Period on Cleanup Plan for Amphenol/Franklin Power Products Site in Franklin, Indiana


EPA orders e-commerce platform Wish to stop selling illegal disinfectants


EPA Settlement Resolves Alleged Hazardous Waste Management Violations by E. Greenwich, R.I. Battery Manufacturer


EPA announces selection of 30 members to serve on Environmental Financial Advisory Board


'The United States stands in solidarity with the people of Ukraine': Garland visits Ukraine to discuss Russian war crimes

In June, United States Attorney General Merrick Garland visited Ukraine to discuss U.S. involvement in the investigation and prosecution of Russian war crimes against American citizens.


Release: On behalf of the United States, I extend my best wishes and congratulations to the people of Sao Tome and Principe on the 47th anniversary of your independence.


News Release: PALM SPRINGS, Calif. - The Bureau of Land Management has issued the final approval for construction of the Oberon solar project on about 2,600 acres of BLM-managed land near Desert Center in eastern Riverside County, a significant milestone in the Biden-Harris administration’s efforts to modernize America’s power infrastructure in the West and permit at least 25 gigawatts of solar, wind, and geothermal production on public lands by 2025.


News Release: A team is defined as a group of people working together toward a common goal. At work, teams are expected to join forces and produce results, but performance is hindered when team members do not work well together. Trust and collaboration are essential for every team's success. Use these tips to help you create a collaborative team environment...


News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Lead Republican Michael McCaul has released the following statement in response to Russia’s manipulation of humanitarian aid to Syria at the UN Security Council (UNSC).


There are two releases scheduled to be published on July 14.


BLM starts Sunflower Creek culvert replacement on South Fork John Day Road

News Release: Prineville, Ore. - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Prineville District is replacing the Sunflower Creek culvert on South Fork John Day Road approximately 20 miles south of Dayville, OR. Installation of the new culvert will provide safer public access, increase the culvert’s weight capacity, and benefit aquatic organisms.


News Release: Williston, ND - Saturday August 6 & 7, 2022 come join Fort Union as we celebrate our affiliated tribes through traditional Ameriican Indian music, dancing, and culture. This free event will showcase presentations and demonstrations each day from 10:00am - 4:00pm CDT.


DOE Announces Contract Awards for Additional Crude Oil Sales From the Strategic Petroleum Reserve

Release: Releases Are Part of President Biden’s Actions to Help Protect Americans from Putin’s Price Hike at the Pump


How politicians on Education and Labor Committee dealt with bills on July 12

There was activity on three bills related to the Education and Labor Committee on July 12.


News Release: HAWAII NATIONAL PARK, Hawaiʻi - The wildfire on the southeast flank of Mauna Loa in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is 70% contained as of Wednesday morning, July 13, and is mapped at 42.5 acres in size.