News published on Federal Newswire in June 2022

News from June 2022


How politicians on Education and Labor Committee dealt with bills on June 14

There was activity on two bills related to the Education and Labor Committee on June 14.



Laredo CBP Officers Seize Cocaine Worth Over $1.5 Million at World Trade Bridge

Laredo CBP Officers Seize Cocaine Worth Over $1.5 Million at World Trade Bridge


News Release: Washington - The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has signed a cooperative agreement with Massachusetts under the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program (LFPA). Through LFPA, the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) seeks to purchase and distribute locally grown, produced, and processed food from underserved producers.


Del Rio Sector Border Patrol Agents Arrest Two Sex Offenders

Del Rio Sector Border Patrol Agents Arrest Two Sex Offenders


Fort Wayne Man Sentenced To 63 Months In Prison

News Release: For Firearms Trafficking. FORT WAYNE- Andrew Thompson, age 49, of Fort Wayne, was sentenced by United States District Court Judge Holly A. Brady, on his plea of guilty to the sale of firearms to a convicted felon, announced United States Attorney Clifford D. Johnson. Thompson was sentenced to 63 months...


BLM implements Stage 2 Fire Restrictions in Tres Rios Field Office

News Release: DOLORES, Colo. - Stage 2 fire restrictions begin June 15 for all Bureau of Land Management (BLM) public lands administered by the Tres Rios Field Office within the boundaries of Archuleta, Dolores, La Plata, Montezuma, southwest corner of Montrose, and western portion of San Miguel counties, including Canyon of the Ancients National Monument. The restrictions align with local orders and guidelines to protect the public’s safety during high fire danger.


The US Energy Department published a one page notice on June 14, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.



Uvalde Border Patrol Agents Rescue Migrants Trapped in Train

Uvalde Border Patrol Agents Rescue Migrants Trapped in Train


News Release: Father and Son Illegally Entered Capitol and Obstructed the Electoral College Certification.


Automobile Safety Rating System Is Failing Consumers

Automobile Safety Rating System Is Failing Consumers


Federal Transit Administration Issues Directives to the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority and the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities to Correct Safety Issues

Federal Transit Administration Issues Directives to the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority and the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities to Correct Safety Issues


News Release: NEWARK, N.J. - An Essex County, New Jersey, man was convicted today on weapons and drug charges, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.


FRA Boosts Funding for Railroad Trespassing Enforcement and Suicide Prevention Grant Programs; Announces Over $2 Million to 25 Projects in 13 States

FRA Boosts Funding for Railroad Trespassing Enforcement and Suicide Prevention Grant Programs; Announces Over $2 Million to 25 Projects in 13 States


Doug Carr Named Union Station Redevelopment Corporation President & CEO

Doug Carr Named Union Station Redevelopment Corporation President & CEO


The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on June 13, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Pacific Halibut Fisheries; Catch Sharing Plan; Inseason Action discussed on June 14 by Commerce Department

The US Commerce Department published a three page rule on June 14, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


FAA Proposes Requiring More Efficient Jets and Turboprops to Lower Climate Impacts

FAA Proposes Requiring More Efficient Jets and Turboprops to Lower Climate Impacts


News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $750,000 grant to the city of Jacksonville, North Carolina, to build a local visitor center that will help boost the region’s tourism economy. This grant is funded by the American Rescue Plan.