News published on Federal Newswire in March 2022

News from March 2022


Baeppler: Ohio man sentenced to 30 years and 'will no longer be able to abuse others'

An Ohio man will spend 30 years in prison for receiving, possessing and distributing child pornography.


Crocker: Russian actions contradict ILO mandate 'to pursue universal and lasting peace'

The International Labour Organization suspended cooperation with the Russian Federation in its official stance against the “unlawful actions” carried out by Russia in Ukraine, Ambassador Sheba Crocker said March 22.


Pollack: Department of Transportation funding National Scenic Byways Program for first time since 2012 to 'enhance travel'

The U.S. Department of Tra​​​​​nsportation's Federal Highway Administration announced a funding opportunity for National Scenic Byways Program March 16.


News Release: WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), ranking member and chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Mitt Romney (R-Utah), Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Rob Portman (R-Ohio), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), ...


Agriculture Department discusses Notice of Proposed New Fee Site on March 28

The US Agriculture Department published a two page notice on March 28, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Justice Department published a two page notice on March 28, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


News Release: Leonard C Boyle, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, announced that JUAN LAUREANO, also known as “Pito," 42, of Hartford, was sentenced today by U.S. District Judge Jeffrey A. Meyer in New Haven to 18 months of imprisonment, followed by three years of supervised release, for distributing fentanyl.


Susanville Man Sentenced to Over 10 Years in Prison for Distribution of Methamphetamine

News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Darrel Wayne Kratzberg, 46, of Susanville, was sentenced on Monday to 10 years and 10 months in prison for distribution of methamphetamine, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.


Carper: President Biden’s Budget Lays Out 'Safer, More Prosperous' Future for Our Nation

News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tom Carper (D-Del.), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, today released the following statement on President Biden’s fiscal year 2023 budget proposal...


House Passes Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Access to Secure Retirement

News Release: The House passed sweeping bipartisan legislation to help more workers save and prepare for retirement. The legislation-Securing a Strong Retirement Act of 2022 (H.R. 2954)-includes the Education and Labor Committee’s bipartisan Retirement Improvement and Savings Enhancement (RISE) Act (H.R. 5891) as well as other retirement-related provisions approved by the Ways and Means Committee.


Speakes-Backman: DOE seeking input on systems to 'improve solar integration' and 'support decarbonization goals'

The U.S. Department of Energy is seeking input on how building-integrated photovoltaic systems can provide opportunities to improve material and supply chain efficiency and reduce system costs.


Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed

News Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in Rabat, Morocco. The Secretary reaffirmed the countries’ close partnership and reviewed ways to broaden and deepen wide-ranging ...


Lynn Man Indicted on Firearm and Drug Charges

News Release: Defendant allegedly concealed loaded firearm and narcotics in vehicle dashboard.


Rep. Buddy Carter: Inflation is Making it Harder for People to Pay for Basic Expenses

News Release: Washington, D.C. - Rep. Earl L. “Buddy" Carter (R-GA) delivered opening remarks in today’s Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change hearing on safe drinking water and the need for government spending to be accountable.


Renton, Washington, resident charged federally for huge stash of drugs and guns

News Release: Following undercover drug purchases, Seattle Police and federal task force officers seize more than 2 dozen guns, fentanyl, heroin, meth, and cocaine.


Pallone Opening Remarks at Hearing on Upgrading America’s Drinking Water Infrastructure

News Release: Energy and Commerce Chairman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) delivered the following opening remarks as prepared for delivery today at an Environment and Climate Change Subcommittee hearing titled, “Trusting the Tap: Upgrading America’s Drinking Water Infrastructure:"


United States Attorney Kavanaugh Announces Partnership with  Special Inspector General for Pandemic Recovery to Address Fraud

News Release: CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. - United States Attorney Christopher R. Kavanaugh and Special Inspector General Brian D. Miller of the Office of the Special Inspector General for Pandemic Recovery (SIGPR) jointly announced today that their offices have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance...


The US Transportation Department published a one page rule on March 28, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Energy Department published a one page notice on March 28, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Walsh: 'Future of work is about job quality, equity and access'

Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh and Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) toured manufacturers in Oregon March 24 to discover how more Americans can have quality jobs with good wages.