News published on Federal Newswire in May 2022

News from May 2022


U.S.-Organization of Islamic Cooperation Strategic Dialogue

News Release: Yesterday, the United States and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) concluded two days of successful talks in Washington, D.C. on topics ranging from regional policy issues to climate change, the COVID-19 pandemic, advancing human rights, food security, and countering violent extremism.


US Department of Labor offers benefits information for current, former nuclear weapons workers, enrolled medical providers at Aiken event

News Release: AIKEN, SC - The U.S. Department of Labor will host an outreach event on June 2, 2022, in Aiken to provide information about the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act and help current and former nuclear weapons workers file claims.


Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee and the bills it addressed on May 25

There was activity on two bills related to the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee on May 25.


On Anniversary of 150-Year-Old Mining Law, Lawmakers Call For Reform with Newly Introduced Legislation

On Anniversary of 150-Year-Old Mining Law, Lawmakers Call For Reform with Newly Introduced Legislation


Westerman Slams Biden for Killing Offshore Leases, Increasing Gas Prices

Westerman Slams Biden for Killing Offshore Leases, Increasing Gas Prices


Leader Rodgers: The 1970s are Calling. Socialist Price Controls will Make Energy Crisis Worse.

House Energy and Commerce Committee Republican Leader Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) spoke out at the House Rules Committee today on H.R.


Observing for the Long Haul

Pacific Islands fisheries observer Mario Esera builds a career in conservation on the seas.


Chairman David Scott Opening Statement at Business Meeting

House Agriculture Chairman David Scott of Georgia delivered the following statement at today's business meeting


Statement from Agriculture Secretary Vilsack on President Biden's Actions to Address Infant Formula Shortage

“We know that this situation is causing stress and anxiety for many families across the country and President Biden has said that this administration will do everything in its power to ensure babies and families have access to the formula that they need.


Biden Administration Announces $4 Million to Tackle Polluted Brownfield Sites in Michigan

EPA announces six Michigan grantees to receive funding to help build a better America while advancing environmental justice


Committee Republicans Seek Answers on 30x30 Slush Fund

Committee Republicans Seek Answers on 30x30 Slush Fund


US Department of Labor to hold listening session for West Coast employers, industry stakeholders on possible revisions to overtime regulations

US Department of Labor to hold listening session for West Coast employers, industry stakeholders on possible revisions to overtime regulations


US Department of Labor recovers $181K in back wages for Birmingham workers after investigation finds improper claim of overtime pay exemption

US Department of Labor recovers $181K in back wages for Birmingham workers after investigation finds improper claim of overtime pay exemption



News Release: As part of the 39th annual National Missing Children’s Day commemoration, the Department of Justice today honored 12 courageous individuals for their extraordinary efforts to recover missing children and bring sexual predators to justice.


US Department of Labor investigation finds Quicksburg, Virginia, nonprofit failed to pay minimum wage to 40 workers with disabilities

US Department of Labor investigation finds Quicksburg, Virginia, nonprofit failed to pay minimum wage to 40 workers with disabilities


ICYMI: The Clean Energy Minerals Reform Act Is the Wrong Solution for American Mining

ICYMI: The Clean Energy Minerals Reform Act Is the Wrong Solution for American Mining


DOT-FTA grant application closes on July 25

FY 2022 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning grant opened on May 26.


US Department of Labor publishes updated Family and Medical Leave Act guidance on mental health, job-protected leave for workers, employers

US Department of Labor publishes updated Family and Medical Leave Act guidance on mental health, job-protected leave for workers, employers


News Release: FLORENCE, SOUTH CAROLINA - Twelve Defendants across seven construction-related companies have been sentenced for employment tax fraud felonies and crimes related to hiring unauthorized aliens in the largest criminal Internal Revenue Service (IRS) operation in the history of the Pee Dee region.