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Raimondo: Tech center 'will ensure that the U.S. leads the way in the next generation of semiconductor technologies'
Raimondo: Tech center 'will ensure that the U.S. leads the way in the next generation of semiconductor technologies'

By Federal Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023

The National Institute of Standards and Technology has shared its plans for the National Semiconductor Technology Center, a proposed national center for semiconductor research and production.

House subcommittee addresses Biden administration's 'don't know, don't care' attitude toward migrant children: McClintock
House subcommittee addresses Biden administration's 'don't know, don't care' attitude toward migrant children: McClintock

By Sam Jackson | Apr 27, 2023

During a recent House subcommittee meeting, members on both sides of the aisle agreed that more needed to be done to stop a recent surge in unaccompanied children crossing the southern border, but each side blamed the other for the situation.

Johnson: Renewables 'can and should be part of our energy mix, but not the only part'
Johnson: Renewables 'can and should be part of our energy mix, but not the only part'

By Laurie A. Luebbert | Apr 27, 2023

When it comes to green energy, politicians across the spectrum agree renewables have some good qualities, but the point of contention seems to be how much of a push the government should be making to move in that direction.

Blinken: 'The Russian Federation has wrongfully detained Evan Gershkovich'
Blinken: 'The Russian Federation has wrongfully detained Evan Gershkovich'

By Federal Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023

The U.S. government has expressed concerns about journalist Evan Gershkovich, who they say was wrongfully detained by the Russian authorities in March.

SEC chair on Bittrex charges: 'Today’s action, yet again, makes plain that the crypto markets suffer from a lack of regulatory compliance, not a lack of regulatory clarity'
SEC chair on Bittrex charges: 'Today’s action, yet again, makes plain that the crypto markets suffer from a lack of regulatory compliance, not a lack of regulatory clarity'

By Federal Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023

Bittrex, Inc. and its co-founder and former CEO William Shihara have been charged by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission with running an unlicensed national securities exchange, broker, and clearing agency, according to a news release.

Porter on opioid crisis: 'This is a five-alarm fire, but the fire has been burning for years'
Porter on opioid crisis: 'This is a five-alarm fire, but the fire has been burning for years'

By Laurie A. Luebbert | Apr 27, 2023

Most Americans recognize fentanyl as a driving force behind the increasing number of opioid deaths in this country, but no one has yet come up with a viable way to stop this attack on public health.

SEC chair on reopening of comment period on Exchange Act rules: 'I believe this supplemental release will help address comments on the proposal from various market participants, particularly those in the crypto markets'
SEC chair on reopening of comment period on Exchange Act rules: 'I believe this supplemental release will help address comments on the proposal from various market participants, particularly those in the crypto markets'

By Federal Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has reopened the comment period and offered further details on proposed changes to the Exchange Act Rule 3b-16 definition of "exchange," a news release said.

Congressman on border control bill: 'Today, this Committee introduced real border security solutions crafted with the insight of those who pay the cost of this crisis every day'
Congressman on border control bill: 'Today, this Committee introduced real border security solutions crafted with the insight of those who pay the cost of this crisis every day'

By Federal Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023

U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-TN), who chairs the House Homeland Security Committee, along with Republican colleagues, introduced the Border Reinforcement Act to combat the crisis at the southern border.

Property rights advocates introduce a 30-year sunset clause to conservation easements
Property rights advocates introduce a 30-year sunset clause to conservation easements

By Federal Newswire | Apr 27, 2023

The 30x30 conservation initiative of the Biden Administration aims to increase federal ownership of land.

HHS releases new guidance to encourage states to apply for new medicaid reentry
HHS releases new guidance to encourage states to apply for new medicaid reentry

By Federal Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023

HHS Releases New Guidance to Encourage States to Apply for New Medicaid Reentry Section 1115 Demonstration Opportunity to Increase Health Care for People Leaving Carceral Facilities

HHS proposes new measures to protect confidentiality around 'lawful access to reproductive health care'
HHS proposes new measures to protect confidentiality around 'lawful access to reproductive health care'

By Sam Jackson | Apr 27, 2023

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has proposed new measures to bolster patient-provider confidentiality surrounding abortions and reproductive care, according to a release from the department.

Bhatt: 'Bridges tie together communities across our country'
Bhatt: 'Bridges tie together communities across our country'

By Federal Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023

Eight states and the District of Columbia are each receiving part of $300 million in federal funding for bridge projects.

Kanter: 'Criminals who corrupt the competitive-bidding process will face stern consequences'
Kanter: 'Criminals who corrupt the competitive-bidding process will face stern consequences'

By Federal Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023

A California construction-company owner who participated in a bid-rigging and bribery conspiracy involving contracts for California Department of Transportation projects was given a 78-month prison term and required to pay nearly $1 million.

Levine: 'The FTC will not hesitate to use its law enforcement powers' to prosecute firms that assist criminals
Levine: 'The FTC will not hesitate to use its law enforcement powers' to prosecute firms that assist criminals

By Federal Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023

A multinational payment processing company, its CEO and its chief strategy officer have been ordered by the Federal Trade Commission to stop helping tech support scammers through credit-card laundering.

Federal Reserve Board announces that the review of the supervision and regulation of Silicon Valley Bank, led by Vice Chair for Supervision Barr, will be released on Friday, April 28, at 11:00 a.m. ET
Federal Reserve Board announces that the review of the supervision and regulation of Silicon Valley Bank, led by Vice Chair for Supervision Barr, will be released on Friday, April 28, at 11:00 a.m. ET

By Federal Newswire | Apr 26, 2023

News Release: The Federal Reserve Board on Tuesday announced that the review of the supervision and regulation of Silicon Valley Bank, led by Vice Chair for Supervision Michael S. Barr, will be released on Friday, April 28, at 11:00 a.m. ET.

Federal Reserve System discusses Notice of Proposals To Engage in or To Acquire Companies Engaged in Permissible Nonbanking Activities on April 25
Federal Reserve System discusses Notice of Proposals To Engage in or To Acquire Companies Engaged in Permissible Nonbanking Activities on April 25

By Federal Newswire | Apr 26, 2023

The US Federal Reserve System published a two page notice on April 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

Chinese migration across southern border increases as criminal organizations have ‘sophisticated and multiple forms of drug smuggling and people smuggling’
Chinese migration across southern border increases as criminal organizations have ‘sophisticated and multiple forms of drug smuggling and people smuggling’

By Federal Newswire Report | Apr 26, 2023

Following reports, the number of Chinese nationals crossing the U.S.-Mexico border are increasing and ties between Chinese criminals and drug cartels are coming to light.

Buttigieg: 'Climate change threatens not just our lives and livelihoods, but the infrastructure we rely on every day'
Buttigieg: 'Climate change threatens not just our lives and livelihoods, but the infrastructure we rely on every day'

By Federal Department News | Apr 26, 2023

The U.S. Department of Transportation (is now accepting applications for an $848 competitive grant program for projects that will make the nation's surface transportation infrastructure better able to withstand climate change.

Chief U.S. border patrol agent on smugglers abandoning migrants: 'The vast Southwest desert is cruel to those who aren’t prepared for it'
Chief U.S. border patrol agent on smugglers abandoning migrants: 'The vast Southwest desert is cruel to those who aren’t prepared for it'

By Federal Newswire Report | Apr 26, 2023

There have been several recent reports from the U.S.-Mexico border of smugglers abandoning migrants, which is creating an even more dangerous situation, as officials warn against the dangers of crossing the border.

Former CFTC chairman: 'The U.S. needs to be involved as countries around the world explore improving the technology of payment systems'
Former CFTC chairman: 'The U.S. needs to be involved as countries around the world explore improving the technology of payment systems'

By Federal Newswire Report | Apr 26, 2023

Although mainland China has had a ban on cryptocurrency transactions in place for years, Hong Kong has recently positioned itself as the new global hub for crypto innovation with the support of some Chinese state-affiliated banks.

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