News from August 2023
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 9, 2023
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative the Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force (FLETF) has updated its procedures for preventing the importation of goods originating from forced labor practices in the People's Republic of China.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency unveiled its conclusive cleanup strategy for a drinking water aquifer situated within the Tohono O'odham Nation.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
For 133 employees of an El Paso-based home healthcare services provider, the U.S. Department of Labor has successfully obtained more than $500,000 in back wages and damages.
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 8, 2023
PayPal recently launched a U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin called PayPal USD (PYUSD) Aug. 7.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recently released a report revealing the national uninsured rate in the U.S. reached an unprecedented low of 7.7% in early 2023.
By Press Release | Aug 8, 2023
Anthony Ruggiero is a Senior Director of the Nonproliferation and Biodefense Program as well as Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security recently announced new enforcement actions Aug. 1, targeting forced labor practices in the U.S. supply chain and holding accountable Chinese companies involved in human rights abuses against Uyghurs.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently emphasized the connection between agri-food systems and climate change.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
On Aug. 4, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) revealed that 93 early-career scientists nationwide had been chosen to receive a total of $135 million in funding for their research encompassing diverse fields like artificial intelligence and astrophysics, according to a press release. These awardees, from 47 universities and 12 DOE National Laboratories throughout the United States, were introduced under the 2023 Early Career Research Program.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
Defense Secretary Austin and Iraqi Defense Minister al-Abbasi's Inaugural Meeting Marks United States and Iraq's Pledge to Strengthen Security Partnership and Persevere in Defeating ISIS
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
CHIRLA Urges Congress for Immigration Registry Update: HR1511 and S2606 Bills Offer Hope to Millions Seeking Citizenship, Reforms Long-Standing System Holding Back Progress—Senator Padilla Champions Overdue Change.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Va., a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, said the United States should not be depending on any resources from China.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
NOAA-supported scientists reported that the Gulf of Mexico's 2023 "dead zone” spans about 3,058 square miles, which is smaller than average, according to a press release.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
On Aug. 1, the Department of Commerce announced a large investment to enhance marine sanctuaries across the U.S., according to a press release.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
States criminalizing abortion clash with the majority as recent polls show 60% of Americans support legal access. Reproductive rights measures gain bipartisan traction, challenging the prevailing restrictive trend.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
Intercontinental Exchange Inc. and Black Knight Inc. are reportedly making progress toward settling theFederal Trade Commission's acquisition challenge.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
Action for Healthy Kids awarded $30 million to school districts across the U.S. to boost school nutrition, according to a press release.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
Sen. John Kennedy (R-LA) criticized the current administration for their border policies, stating that they have made every state into a border state. Kennedy’s comments came in a tweet from July 31, and referenced a Fox News article from June which detailed the issue of fentanyl pouring into the country and into many different states.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 8, 2023
News Release: Thank you, President Bostic.1 When the Board began the Fed Listens initiative, our purpose was to engage directly with the public to discuss issues related to our monetary policy decision-making framework and our efforts to pursue the congressionally-mandated monetary policy goals of price stability ...
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023
A new report by David P. Fidler, of the Council on Foreign Relations, urges a radical shift in U.S. global health policy, prioritizing pandemics and climate change to safeguard national interests amid differing political strategies.
