News published on Federal Newswire in May 2022

News from May 2022


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

News Release: 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.


“ORDER FOR RECESS“ was published in the Senate section on pages S2535-S2539 on May 17


There were 15 notices published by the Transportation Department in week ending May 21, according to the Federal Register.


Two Suspects Arrested for Impersonating Deputy U.S. Marshals Waldorf Man and Lexington Park Woman Face Federal Charges

News Release: Greenbelt, MD - The U.S. Marshals Service in the District of Maryland and Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force partnered with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and Maryland State Police to arrest Antione William Tuckson, age 37, of Waldorf, Maryland, and Nijea Nicole Rich, age 40, of Lexington Park, Maryland, on May 20, 2022.


News Release: Yesterday, Secretary Raimondo met with Korean Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy Lee Chang-Yang. During their meeting, Secretary Raimondo congratulated Minister Lee on his new role, which began on May 12, 2022. The Secretary and Minister discussed a new bilateral dialogue, the U.S.-Korea Supply Chain ...


Rubio: 'We must address the dangerous, growing imbalance between America and China'

A Center for Strategic and International Studies brief was released May 16 which describes the work and investments China has made to attract and improve its human capital.


Youth Conservation Corps Applications Summer 2022

News Release: St. Croix, US Virgin Islands - Christiansted National Historic Site is accepting applications for our Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) program this summer. Due to COVID-19, the Park has taken measures to reduce the size of the program to ensure safety and reduce any risks of high congregation of people...


DOL's Lee on EU trade talks: 'An inclusive dialogue will create innovative opportunities for transatlantic cooperation'

The U.S. Labor Department and United States trade representatives will take part in trans-Atlantic tripartite trade and labor discussions with businesses as well as unions.


Secretary Antony J. Blinken At the Graduation Commencement Ceremonies for the Georgetown Class of 2022

News Release: MR DEGIOIA: By virtue of the authority vested in me by the Congress of the United States and by the Board of Directors of Georgetown University, I officially confer upon Secretary Antony Blinken the degree of Doctor of Humane Letters honoris causa. And it’s now my pleasure to present Dr. Antony Blinken, ...


Chairs Maloney and Krishnamoorthi Press Infant Formula Manufacturers on Plans to Address Nationwide Shortage

Chairs Maloney and Krishnamoorthi Press Infant Formula Manufacturers on Plans to Address Nationwide Shortage


Oversight and Foreign Affairs Committees Call on Social Media Companies to Preserve Evidence of Possible War Crimes in Ukraine

Oversight and Foreign Affairs Committees Call on Social Media Companies to Preserve Evidence of Possible War Crimes in Ukraine


Chairwoman Maloney Seeks Documents Regarding Postal Service’s Acquisition of Electric Vehicles

Chairwoman Maloney Seeks Documents Regarding Postal Service’s Acquisition of Electric Vehicles


Chairwoman Maloney Issues Statement After Trump Hotel Sale Is Completed Despite Lack of Complete Transparency

Chairwoman Maloney Issues Statement After Trump Hotel Sale Is Completed Despite Lack of Complete Transparency


Oversight Committee Passes Legislation to Help Electrify the Postal Service Fleet, Support Government Efficiency

Oversight Committee Passes Legislation to Help Electrify the Postal Service Fleet, Support Government Efficiency


News Release: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken joined Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman’s meeting today with His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman Al Saud, the Deputy Minister of Defense of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in Washington, D.C. The Secretary and Deputy expressed strong support for the UN-negotiated ...


NPS Conducting Dye Tracer Study to Determine Groundwater Pathways

News Release: BUSHKILL, PA- Staff at Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area are conducting a dye tracer study along US Route 209 near mile marker 17 beginning May 20. This study will help determine the pathway water takes underground. Knowing that pathway will help NPS understand the location of groundwater resources...


“COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR 2022-05-18“ was published in the Daily Digest section on pages D545-D547 on May 17


The Extensions of Remarks section of the Congressional Record published “INTRODUCTION OF THE ENSURING FULL PARTICIPATION IN THE CENSUS ACT OF 2022” on May 17.


Week ending May 21: 36 notices published by Energy Department

There were 36 notices published by the Energy Department in week ending May 21, according to the Federal Register.


Manchin, Murkowski Press Administration On Failure To Implement Critical Mineral Mandates

Manchin, Murkowski Press Administration On Failure To Implement Critical Mineral Mandates