News published on Federal Newswire in June 2022

News from June 2022


Advancing Peace and Eliminating Sexual Violence in Conflict

Release: For more than a decade, the United States has joined the global community in recognizing June 19 as the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict (IDESVC). We remain deeply committed to preventing and responding to all forms of gender-based violence, including conflict-related...


“ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS” published by the Congressional Record in the Senate section on June 16

“ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS“ was published in the Senate section on pages S3003-S3004 on June 16


Release: Hello, everyone. President Levits, Foreign Minister Rinkēvičs, thank you and all in Latvia’s government for your leadership of the Three Seas Initiative over the past year, and for hosting this timely summit. I’m honored to have the opportunity to address so many heads of state and other distinguished ...


Attorney: East Helena man sentenced for stealing 'from a government program designed to keep businesses afloat'

A man from East Helena recently received a prison sentence for a COVID-19 relief bank fraud scheme.


News Release: Washington - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced $80 million in awards to support processing capacity expansion, on-farm improvements, and technical assistance services to producers under the Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives (DBI). The funds are being awarded noncompetitively...


“House of Representatives” published by the Congressional Record  on June 16

The Daily Digest section of the Congressional Record published “House of Representatives” on June 16.


“Senate Committee Meetings“ was published in the Daily Digest section on pages D661-D662 on June 15


News Release: LOS ANGELES - Two men were arrested recently on drug and firearms charges stemming from a three-month proactive firearms investigation resulting in 52 guns being taken off the streets of Los Angeles along with 31 pounds of methamphetamine, M30 pills laced with fentanyl, and more than 200 rounds of ammunition.


News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - On June 2, 2022, a federal grand jury returned a four-count indictment against Victor Angeles Serrano Nash, 27, of Olivehurst, charging him with possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, dealing in firearms without a license, and two counts of possession of a machine gun, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.


“OTTO WARMBIER COUNTERING NORTH KOREAN CENSORSHIP AND SURVEILLANCE ACT OF 2021” was published on pages S3011-S3013 of the Congressional Record on June 16.


On the Sentencing of Award-Winning Vietnamese Environmental Advocate Nguy Thi Khanh

News Release: The United States is deeply concerned by the June 17 sentencing of NGO director and 2018 Goldman Environmental Prize recipient Nguy Thi Khanh to two years’ imprisonment. The United States calls on the Government of Vietnam to release Khanh, who has been recognized internationally for her work to advance ...


“MEAT AND POULTRY SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR ACT OF 2022” published by the Congressional Record  on June 16

The House of Representatives section of the Congressional Record published “MEAT AND POULTRY SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR ACT OF 2022” on June 16.


Mayorkas: Afghans who assisted U.S. troops 'should not be denied humanitarian protection and other immigration benefits'

The Department of Homeland Security and the Department of State recently announced a collaborative effort to guarantee protections and other immigration privileges for Afghans who have assisted U.S. troops in Afghanistan.


REMINDER: Even Dems Worry Biden Bucks “Gas Card” Gimmick Will Worsen Inflation

REMINDER: Even Dems Worry Biden Bucks “Gas Card” Gimmick Will Worsen Inflation


Naranjo: 'Hundreds of individual studies' helped determine Bt corn does not harm non-target organisms

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently announced a scientific analysis found that genetically modified "Bt corn" had very little influence on nontarget species.


Resolving the Detainee Dilemma: What Next for the Men, Women & Children of the Islamic State

Resolving the Detainee Dilemma: What Next for the Men, Women & Children of the Islamic State


News Release: Point Reyes National Seashore announces the 52nd anniversary celebration of the Morgan Horse Ranch. The event will be held Saturday June 25, 2022, from 10 am to 3 pm. Activities include riding and horseshoeing demonstrations, old-fashion knot tying, rope throwing, and much more. This is a family friendly event. It is free and open to the public.


“STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS” published by the Congressional Record  on June 16

The Senate section of the Congressional Record published “STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS” on June 16.


Ag Committee Leader Thompson, GOP Members Introduce Bill to Reverse Regulatory Burdens and Reduce Farm Input Costs

Ag Committee Leader Thompson, GOP Members Introduce Bill to Reverse Regulatory Burdens and Reduce Farm Input Costs


Statement from Ambassador Katherine Tai on the Groundbreaking Fisheries Outcome

Statement from Ambassador Katherine Tai on the Groundbreaking Fisheries Outcome