News published on Federal Newswire in June 2022

News from June 2022


A. Smith: Medicare and Social Security Need Bipartisan Action to Continue Serving America’s Seniors

News Release: A. Smith: Medicare and Social Security Need Bipartisan Action to Continue Serving America’s Seniors.


Release: MR PRICE: Thanks very much and good morning, everyone, and thanks for joining this call. We’re pleased to have an opportunity to speak to the changes that we’ve announced today to U.S. anti-personnel landmine policy. As a reminder, this call is on the record, but it is.


US Department of Labor awards more than $18M in grants to address disparities in delivery of unemployment benefits, services in 7 states

US Department of Labor awards more than $18M in grants to address disparities in delivery of unemployment benefits, services in 7 states


Release: WASHINGTON - The House Appropriations Committee today released the draft fiscal year 2023 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies funding bill, which will be considered in subcommittee tomorrow. The legislation includes funding for programs within the Department of the Interior, the Environmental Protection Agency, and other related agencies, including the Indian Health Service.


US Department of Labor issues guidance, announces FY22 funding allotments for state foreign labor certification activities

US Department of Labor issues guidance, announces FY22 funding allotments for state foreign labor certification activities


News Release: BISMARCK - Interim United States Attorney Jennifer Klemetsrud Puhl announced that U.S. District Court Judge Daniel Hovland sentenced Dawson Rouse, Age 23 of Bismarck, ND, to 30 years in federal prison for the charges of 15 counts of Coercion and Enticement of a Minor to Engage in Unlawful Sexual Activity...


News Release: Fact Check: President Biden’s Economy Isn’t Working for Women and Families.


USDA Awards $80 Million, Makes Another $22.9 Million Available to Support Dairy Initiatives

USDA Awards $80 Million, Makes Another $22.9 Million Available to Support Dairy Initiatives


Kissimmee Man Surrenders On Federal COVID Relief Fraud Charges

News Release: Ocala, Florida - United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that Levelle Joseph Harris (36, Kissimmee) has surrendered pursuant to an indictment charging him with 14 counts of wire fraud. Each count is punishable by up to 20 years in federal prison and a $250,000 fine. Harris had been indicted on June 7, 2022.


Staff Presentation | NOPR on Improvements to Generator Interconnection Procedures and Agreements

Staff Presentation | NOPR on Improvements to Generator Interconnection Procedures and Agreements


David S. Johanson Becomes Chair of U.S. International Trade Commission

David S. Johanson Becomes Chair of U.S. International Trade Commission



USDA Receives Overwhelming Interest for Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities Opportunity

USDA Receives Overwhelming Interest for Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities Opportunity


APHIS Seeks Comment on Draft Pest Risk Assessment for the Importation of Pepper for consumption from Spain

APHIS Seeks Comment on Draft Pest Risk Assessment for the Importation of Pepper for consumption from Spain



EM on Track for Success on 2022 Priorities

News Release: EM is on track for success in meeting most of its priority goals for 2022, including a handful that already have been completed.


Retired School Teacher Pleads Guilty To Possession Of Child Pornography

News Release: BUFFALO, N.Y. - U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that Richard W. Scherer, 71, of Depew, NY, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge John L. Sinatra, Jr. to possession of child pornography. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison, and a $250,000 fine.


Intergovernmental Groups Receive Progress Updates From EM Leaders, Tour WIPP

News Release: CARLSBAD, N.M. - The Energy Communities Alliance (ECA) and a task force with the National Governors Association (NGA) recently toured the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) and discussed waste-related issues that impact cleanup sites across the DOE complex with EM officials.


Ocala Convicted Felon Pleads Guilty To Federal Firearm Offense

News Release: Ocala, Florida -United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that Ronrico Lionel Farmer (33, Ocala) has pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Farmer faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison. A sentencing date has not yet been set. Farmer had been indicted on Sept. 28, 2021.


REPORT: Abortion Costs U.S. Economy $6.9 Trillion

News Release: REPORT: Abortion Costs U.S. Economy $6.9 Trillion.