News published on Federal Newswire in June 2022

2021 Report on International Religious Freedom: Armenia

By State Newswire | Jun 2, 2022

Release: The constitution states that everyone has freedom of thought, conscience, and religion. It recognizes the Armenian Apostolic Church (AAC) as the national church and preserver of national identity but also establishes separation of religious organizations and the state. The law prohibits, but does not ...

Two Men Charged in Indictment with Distributing Narcotics, Including Fentanyl, and Causing the Deaths of Four Persons on the East End of Long Island in the Summer of 2021

By DOJ Newswire | Jun 2, 2022

News Release: A seven-count indictment was unsealed today in federal court in Central Islip charging Marquis Douglas, also known as “Prince" and “President," and Jesse Pace, also known as “Jah," with conspiring to distribute fentanyl, cocaine, heroin and crack cocaine. The indictment also charges Douglas and Pace...

Transportation Department discusses Coastwise Endorsement Eligibility Determination for a Foreign-Built Vessel: BONUS ROUND (Motor); Invitation for Public Comments on June 1

By US DOT Newswire | Jun 2, 2022

The US Transportation Department published a two page notice on June 1, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

Neal, Larson, Davis Respond to Shocking Actions by the Social Security Inspector General

By Press release submission | Jun 2, 2022

Today, Ways and Means Committee Chairman Richard E. Neal (D-MA), Social Security Subcommittee Chairman John B. Larson (D-CT), and Worker and Family Support Subcommittee Chairman Danny K. Davis (D-IL)

EPA Announces Record $3.15 Million Brownfields Investment in Rhode Island

By Press release submission | Jun 2, 2022

President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will help revitalize New England communities, Build a Better America and Address Environmental Justice Concerns

Azerbaijan’s National Day

By Press release submission | Jun 2, 2022

On behalf of the United States of America, I wish the people of Azerbaijan a happy Independence Day.

Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Kazakhstani Foreign Minister Mukhtar Tileuberdi Before Their Meeting

By Press release submission | Jun 2, 2022

SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good morning everyone, and welcome to our friends and colleagues.

Welcoming the Resumption of Flights Between Sana’a and Amman

By Press release submission | Jun 2, 2022

The United States welcomes today’s flight between Sana’a, Yemen, and Amman, Jordan, the first commercial flight from Sana’a since 2016.

U.S. Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Persons Stern’s Travel to Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam 

By Press release submission | Jun 2, 2022

U.S. Special Envoy Jessica Stern will travel to Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam, May 21-27. During her visits, Special Envoy Stern will meet with government officials, like-minded multilateral institutions, members of the diplomatic corps, local LGBTQI+ activists, and civil society organizations to discuss advancing the human rights of LGBTQI+ persons in each country and regionally.

Remarks at The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

By Press release submission | Jun 2, 2022

Stuart, you have been my friend, colleague, compatriot, and interlocutor for more years than either one of us probably wants to admit.

Leader Rodgers Statement on Biden Administration Blocking American Energy Again With Cancelation of American Oil Leases

By Press release submission | Jun 2, 2022

House Energy and Commerce Committee Republican Leader Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) released the following statement on the Biden administration canceling oil leases in Alaska and the Gulf of Mexico.“President Biden is continuing his war on American energy by canceling these leases and making it harder for us to produce energy at home.

Rodgers Statement Urging Biden to Support Lifting Real Barriers to America’s Competitiveness

By Press release submission | Jun 2, 2022

House Energy and Commerce Republican Leader Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) issued the following statement before President Joe Biden’s expected remarks in Ohio on America’s global competitive edge against China.

Chairwoman Stabenow Opening Statement at Hearing on Opportunities and Challenges Facing Farmers, Families, and Rural Communities

By Press release submission | Jun 2, 2022

U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), Chairwoman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, today released the following opening statement at the hearing titled: “Opportunities and Challenges Facing Farmers, Families, and Rural Communities”.

Homeland Security Department discusses Ship's Stores Declaration on June 1

By Homeland Newswire | Jun 2, 2022

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on June 1, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

Export Sales to Pakistan

By USDA Newswire | Jun 2, 2022

Release: Private exporters reported sales of 352,000 metric tons of soybeans for delivery to Pakistan. Of the total, 55,000 metric tons is for delivery during the 2021/2022 marketing year and 297,000 metric tons is for delivery during the 2022/2023 marketing year.

Gladstone Woman Pleads Guilty to Arson-for-Hire Attempt of KC Business

By DOJ Newswire | Jun 2, 2022

News Release: KANSAS CITY, Mo. - A Gladstone, Mo., woman pleaded guilty in federal court today to attempting to hire an arsonist to destroy her commercial building in Kansas City, Mo., which contained several businesses.