News published on Federal Newswire in June 2022

News from June 2022


Four Men Sentenced for Stealing Over 30 Firearms From Gun Dealer in Maurice, LA

Four Men Sentenced for Stealing Over 30 Firearms From Gun Dealer in Maurice, LA


Lincoln Man Sentenced for Drug and Firearm Charges

News Release: Acting United States Attorney Steven Russell announced that Roger Alan Vaughn, 46, of Lincoln, Nebraska, was sentenced today to 15 years’ imprisonment following his conviction for possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine (actual), cocaine and marijuana after a prior conviction...


Manderson Man Indicted on Assault and Firearm Charges

Manderson Man Indicted on Assault and Firearm Charges


Tampa Multi-Convicted Felon Sentenced to Federal Prison for Possession of a Loaded Firearm

Tampa Multi-Convicted Felon Sentenced to Federal Prison for Possession of a Loaded Firearm


News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) spoke with Roll Call about his work as Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee to pass landmark cybersecurity reforms that strengthen our national security. Roll Call noted that under Peters’ leadership, Congress has advanced...


FFL Sentenced for Selling Guns to Unlicensed Dealers

FFL Sentenced for Selling Guns to Unlicensed Dealers


NOAA begins process to potentially protect waters off New York, New Jersey

News Release: NOAA is seeking public comment on potentially designating a new national marine sanctuary in Hudson Canyon off the coast of New York and New Jersey. A sanctuary designation would help conserve the area’s rich marine wildlife and habitats, promote sustainable economic activities and create new opportunities for scientific research, ocean education and recreation.


Canadian Citizen Sentenced to 46 Months for Pump and Dump Securities Fraud Scheme

News Release: For Further Information, Contact: Assistant U. S. Attorney Aaron P. Arnzen (619) 546-8384. SAN DIEGO - Andrew Hackett, from Toronto Canada, was sentenced to 46 months in prison today for participating in a pump and dump securities fraud scheme involving the stock of a small, publicly-traded cannabis/gaming...


US Department of Labor cites Swainsboro pillow manufacturer, for 7 repeat, 4 serious violations; proposes $190K in penalties

News Release: SWAINSBORO, GA - A Swainsboro pillow manufacturer whose history of safety and health violations includes three different incidents related to workers suffering amputation injuries is once again the focus of a federal workplace safety investigation, this time involving numerous repeat and serious violations.


Madison Man Charged with Drug & Gun Crimes

News Release: MADISON, WIS. - A Madison, Wisconsin man is charged with drug and gun crimes in an indictment returned on May 11, 2022, by a federal grand jury sitting in Madison. The charges are announced by Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin.


DOE Awards $3.6 Million to Promote Equity And Diversity in Clean Energy Innovation

DOE’s “Inclusive Energy Innovation Prize” Winners Receive Cash Awards to Implement Strategies Prioritizing Climate Solutions for Underrepresented Communities; 80% of the Applications Were First Time DOE Applicants


USDA Fiscal Year 2022 Sugar Program Actions

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing various actions affecting beet and cane processor allocations and supplies of raw cane sugar in the U.S. market.


Ignitions Have Started on the Tharps-Hazelwood Prescribed Burn

News Release: SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, Calif. June 9, 2022 - Following a successful test burn this morning and a determination by the burn boss and fire management staff, ignitions have begun on the Tharps-Hazelwood Prescribed Burn in Sequoia National Park. Eight to nine days of ignitions are planned to complete these critical fuels treatments.


ICYMI: Zeneta Everhart’s Testimony at Oversight Hearing on Gun Violence Crisis

News Release: This morning, the Oversight Committee heard testimony from Zeneta Everhart, mother of Zaire Goodman, a survivor of the Tops Grocery Store mass shooting in Buffalo, New York, during a hearing  on the urgent need to address the gun violence epidemic.


There was activity on two bills related to the Foreign Affairs Committee on June 8.


The US Commerce Department published a one page notice on June 8, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Elyria Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Intent to Distribute Fentanyl, Heroin, Crack Cocaine and Illegally Possessing a Firearm

News Release: An Elyria man was sentenced to 10 years in prison by U.S. District Judge Benita Y. Pearson in Youngstown on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, after he previously pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, heroin, crack cocaine and being a felon in possession of a firearm.


There is one release scheduled to be published on June 10.


EPA and Rhode Island Officials Celebrate EPA's $3.15 Million Brownfields Ocean State Investment

EPA Deputy Administrator Joins Senator Reed, Senator Whitehouse and Rep. Cicilline in Woonsocket


The US Energy Department published a four page proposed rule on June 8, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.