News published on Federal Newswire in June 2022

News from June 2022



Have a #GrandPlan for visiting Grand Teton this summer

Have a #GrandPlan for visiting Grand Teton this summer


Harpers Ferry National Historical Park to transition to cashless payment at train station parking lot

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park to transition to cashless payment at train station parking lot


Big Thicket National Preserve Celebrates Texas Free Fishing Day

Big Thicket National Preserve Celebrates Texas Free Fishing Day


Labor Department discusses Advisory Board on Toxic Substances and Worker Health on June 7

The US Labor Department published a one page notice on June 7, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Foxx on House Passage of Bill to Expand Injured Federal Workers’ Health Care Choice and Access

News Release: Today, Education and Labor Committee Republican Leader Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement on House passage of H.R. 6087, the Improving Access to Workers’ Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act...


USAID Commemorates World Environment Day

It was 50 years ago today that the United Nations gathered in Stockholm for the first-ever global conference on the environment.


Central Falls Men Sentenced For Roles in Drug Trafficking Organization

Central Falls Men Sentenced For Roles in Drug Trafficking Organization


National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Results in DEA and Partners Collecting Hundreds of Thousands of Pounds

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Results in DEA and Partners Collecting Hundreds of Thousands of Pounds



National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Results in DEA and Partners Collecting Hundreds of Thousands of Pounds

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Results in DEA and Partners Collecting Hundreds of Thousands of Pounds


South Atlantic Fishery Management Council (Council); Public Meetings discussed on June 7 by Commerce Department

The US Commerce Department published a two page notice on June 7, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


$700 Million Drawdown of New U.S. Military Assistance for Ukraine

In the three months since it launched its unprovoked and brutal further invasion of Ukraine, Russia has consistently failed to meet its strategic objectives.


Panel: “The Evolving Crisis in Ukraine – How Different Parts of the USG Are Reacting in Real Time”

Good afternoon. And thank you Anne Simmons-Benton for inviting me to join this very important conversation. It is an honor to be part of such a distinguished panel.


DEA Omaha Division Collects Nearly 19,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications on Take Back Day

DEA Omaha Division Collects Nearly 19,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications on Take Back Day


Kenneth Graham selected as next director of NOAA’s National Weather Service

Kenneth Graham is the next NOAA assistant administrator for weather services and the 17th director of the National Weather Service, effective today, June 7, 2022.


Pharmacist sentenced to over 15 years in prison

News Release: ATLANTA - Thomas Ukoshovbera A. Gbenedio has been sentenced for illegally dispensing and distributing controlled substances from his pharmacy. After Gbenedio was found guilty by a jury, he attempted to flee the country to avoid prison.


Statement: DOE Welcomes New Carbon Dioxide Pipeline Safety Measures Announced by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) welcomes the new carbon dioxide (CO2) pipeline safety measures announced by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) on May 26, 2022.


Chair Grijalva Applauds HHS on Establishment of Office of Environmental Justice

Chair Grijalva Applauds HHS on Establishment of Office of Environmental Justice


NOAA Fisheries Celebrates National Fishing and Boating Week 2022

Join us in celebrating the many ways we collaborate with and support the fishing community.