News published on Federal Newswire in January 2023

News Release: DENVER - The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado announces that Darion Ray Sexton, age 21, of Loveland, has been arrested and charged by criminal complaint with causing damage to a Loveland Church by fire. Sexton was ordered detained today pending trial by United States Magistrate Judge James P. O’Hara. Sexton had been arrested and charged in a criminal complaint filed on Jan. 23, 2023.

Georgia man sentenced for drug distribution resulting in death

News Release: CLARKSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA - A Cartersville, Georgia, man was sentenced today to federal prison for his role in a drug trafficking operation and the dismemberment of the body of a Fairmont woman to conceal her overdose death.

Russia’s Intensifying Crackdown on Independent Civil Society

News Release: In recent days, the Kremlin has struck more blows against independent civil society and media. On Jan. 25, a Moscow court ruled to close the Moscow Helsinki Group, Russia’s oldest human rights organization and the inspiration for citizens’ groups monitoring human rights in the Europe-Eurasia region and around the world. The Kremlin’s crackdown on independent civil society and media at home creates a climate of impunity that enables its aggression against its neighbors.

State Department discusses 60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Office of Language Services Contractor Application Form on Jan. 27

The US State Department published a two page notice on Jan. 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funds $23 Million of Water Infrastructure Projects in Puerto Rico

News Release: PUERTO RICO – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced approval of $23 million investment from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to fund Puerto Rico water infrastructure projects in Caguas, Coamo, Jayuya, Naranjito and Orocovis. EPA has formally approved work plans that will allow the Puerto Rico Department of Natural and Environmental Resources to proceed with the projects under this historic investment.

Mountain lion P-81 likely killed by vehicle strike

By Interior Newswire | Jan 28, 2023

News Release: Home to at least 14 amphibian species!.

Ohio Man Found Guilty of Felony and Misdemeanor Charges Related to Capitol Breach

News Release: Defendant Convicted of Obstructing the Certification of the 2020 Election.

Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Exemption Application From Encore Building Products discussed on Jan. 27 by Transportation Department

By US DOT Newswire | Jan 28, 2023

The US Transportation Department published a two page notice on Jan. 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

EPA Launches New Initiative to Accelerate Lead Pipe Replacement in Pennsylvania to Protect Underserved Communities

News Release: PHILADELPHIA (Jan. 27, 2023) – Today, EPA announced a major new initiative to accelerate progress toward the Biden-Harris Administration’s goal of achieving 100% lead service line removal and replacement.

Williams: Former president of NYPD sergeants’ union 'faces jail time and significant financial penalties'

By DOJ Newswire Report | Jan 28, 2023

The former president of the New York Police Department sergeants’ union pleaded guilty to participating in a scheme to defraud the association of hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Nashua Man Sentenced to 72 Months for Possession of Meth and Fentanyl with Intent to Distribute and Carrying a Firearm While Dealing Drugs

News Release: CONCORD, N.H. - David Lamoureux, 34, of Nashua has been sentenced to 72 months in federal prison for two counts of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl, and for possessing a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking, United States Attorney Jane E. Young announced.

Waterloo Man Pleads Guilty To Gun Charge

News Release: ROCHESTER, N.Y.-U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that David L. Brinson, 60, of Waterloo, NY, pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm by a convicted felon before U.S. District Judge David G. Larimer. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request discussed on Jan. 27 by Federal Reserve System

By Fed Newswire | Jan 28, 2023

The US Federal Reserve System published a one page notice on Jan. 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

Secretary Antony J. Blinken And United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai At a Virtual Ministerial for the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity

Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: Buenas tardes. Very good to see you all. Thanks so much for joining us here today. It’s really wonderful having an opportunity to see so many friends from across our hemisphere together virtually, and we also look forward to the opportunities to get together in person.

Environmental Impact Statements; Notice of Availability discussed on Jan. 27 by Environmental Protection Agency

The US Environmental Protection Agency published a one page notice on Jan. 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

Buttigieg: 'We are improving and expanding ferry service'

By Karen Kidd | Jan 28, 2023

U.S. Department of Transportation recently announced $384.4 million in federal funding for ferry service modernization nationwide.

Designation of Former Representatives of the National Assembly of Serbia Verica Radeta and Petar Jojić for Involvement in Significant Corruption

News Release: The United States is designating former Serbian National Assembly Representatives Verica Radeta and Petar Jojić for their involvement in significant corruption. While serving in the National Assembly of Serbia, Radeta and Jojić bribed and intimidated witnesses scheduled to appear before the International ...

EPA Launches New Initiative in Connecticut to Accelerate Lead Pipe Replacement to Protect Underserved Communities