News published on Federal Newswire in May 2022

News from May 2022


Portman, Carper, Katko, Costa Bicameral, Bipartisan Bill to Ensure Remaining Stamps to Promote Wildlife Conservation Are Sold Signed Into Law

Portman, Carper, Katko, Costa Bicameral, Bipartisan Bill to Ensure Remaining Stamps to Promote Wildlife Conservation Are Sold Signed Into Law


Federal Reserve System discusses Formations of, Acquisitions by, and Mergers of Savings and Loan Holding Companies on May 23

The US Federal Reserve System published a one page notice on May 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


News Release: Acting U.S. Attorney Michelle M. Baeppler announced that Gus Tell Jr., 56, of Akron, Ohio, was sentenced on May 19, 2022, by U.S. District Judge Sara Lioi to 15 years in prison after Tell pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute over 8 kilograms - or more than 17 pounds - of methamphetamine.


Portman, Capito, GOP Committee Leaders Highlight Biden Administration’s Lack of Transparency on Social Cost of Greenhouse Gases

Portman, Capito, GOP Committee Leaders Highlight Biden Administration’s Lack of Transparency on Social Cost of Greenhouse Gases


Portman, Peters Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Pets and Other Animals During and After Natural Disasters

Portman, Peters Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Pets and Other Animals During and After Natural Disasters


News Release: NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - WAYNE ONEAL, age 20, a resident of New Orleans, pleaded guilty to an eight-count (8) bill of information for four carjackings, and four counts of brandishing a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence, announced U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans.


Portman on Fox News: Biden Administration Deporting 80 Percent Less Than Obama Administration

Portman on Fox News: Biden Administration Deporting 80 Percent Less Than Obama Administration


News Release: BANGOR, Maine: An Aroostook County man was sentenced in federal court today for conspiring to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute methamphetamine, U.S. Attorney Darcie N. McElwee announced.


At Hearing, Experts Agree With Portman on Need for FedRAMP Reforms & Benefits of Buy America Laws

At Hearing, Experts Agree With Portman on Need for FedRAMP Reforms & Benefits of Buy America Laws


Portman Stresses Importance of Safeguarding American Innovation at USICA Conference Committee Meeting

Portman Stresses Importance of Safeguarding American Innovation at USICA Conference Committee Meeting


“EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, ETC.“ was published in the House of Representatives section on page H5212 on May 19


Chairwoman Stabenow Calls on USDA to Address Effects of Baby Formula Shortage for WIC Families

Today, Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, called on Secretary Vilsack and USDA to address the effects of the baby formula shortage for families and babies


USDA Accepting Applications to Help Cover Costs of Organic, Transitioning Producers

Agricultural producers and handlers who are certified organic, along with producers and handlers who are transitioning to organic production, can now apply for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Organic and Transitional Education and Certification Program (OTECP) and Organic Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP)


Portman Highlights Need to Improve Federal Procurement System & Incentivize American-Made Products to Create Jobs

Portman Highlights Need to Improve Federal Procurement System & Incentivize American-Made Products to Create Jobs



Portman Urges Security Resources for Faith-Based Communities & Nonprofit Institutions

Portman Urges Security Resources for Faith-Based Communities & Nonprofit Institutions


Biden-Harris Administration Announces $33 Million in FEMA Funding Opportunities for Dam Safety, Applications Open May 16

Biden-Harris Administration Announces $33 Million in FEMA Funding Opportunities for Dam Safety, Applications Open May 16


Homeland Security Department discusses Ratification of Security Directives on May 23

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page rule on May 23, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


FEMA and AmeriCorps Celebrate 10th Anniversary of FEMA Corps, Renew Program for Five More Years

FEMA and AmeriCorps Celebrate 10th Anniversary of FEMA Corps, Renew Program for Five More Years


Statement from Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo on the Launch of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework

News Release: Today, Commerce Secretary Gina M. Raimondo released the below statement following the launch of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity: “Today’s launch of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity is a clear demonstration of the Biden administration’s commitment to pursuing economic ...