News published on Federal Newswire in July 2023

The U.S. Department of Energy has announced it is funding $135 million for projects designed to reduce carbon emissions in the industrial sector. The funding will support 40 selected projects in 21 states.

Gensler: 'Marcum neglected its essential gatekeeper function in service to its own growth'

A national accounting and advisory services firm based in New York City has been charged by the Securities and Exchange Commission for violations related to quality control and auditing standards. The allegations are primarily connected, but not limited, to the firm's work with special purpose acquisition company clients.

Becerra: 'Long COVID has a range of burdensome physical symptoms, and can take a toll on a person’s mental health'

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has issued an advisory on mental health symptoms and conditions associated with Long COVID. The advisory also includes "evidence-based resources" for their identification and treatment.

Blinken: ‘The enduring courage and solidarity of the people of Ukraine continues to inspire the world’

Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced June 27 that he has authorized the 41st drawdown of security assistance for Ukraine in its defense against Russia's illegal invasion. The drawdown includes $500 million worth of U.S. military equipment from Defense Department stockpiles.

HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra: 'Twenty-four years ago, the Supreme Court affirmed that people with disabilities have a right to live and receive services where they live.'

The Office for Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has launched a new national initiative to encourage adherence to the integration mandate and defend the rights of people with disabilities in honor of the 24th anniversary of the landmark Olmstead v. L.C. decision by the U.S. Supreme Court,

Haaland: 'Partnership and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do'

The U.S. Department of the Interior recently celebrated a new facility for the U.S. Geological Survey and University of Hawai’i to support volcano monitoring and ecosystem restoration efforts.

Becerra: Assistant Secretary Contreras 'leaves a legacy of accomplishments'

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced January Contreras, assistant secretary for the Administration for Children and Families, will be leaving her position with the department in August.

Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education: 'More action is needed at every level to reverse decades of educational neglect and to raise the bar for all students.'

Recent data released by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) reveals alarming signs of educational risk and setbacks in student achievement and well-being, NCES Commissioner Peggy G. Carr said.

Lipsky: 'Policymakers are asking questions about' potential China sanctions

In collaboration with Rhodium Group, the Atlantic Council's GeoEconomics Center released a significant new research report June 22 that explores the potential economic impacts of sanctioning China during a Taiwan crisis.

Blinken: U.S. 'is providing an additional $205 million in humanitarian assistance to the people of Ukraine'

Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced an additional $205 million allotted to Ukraine in the form of humanitarian aid.

Becerra visits Planned Parenthood centers in Midwest, recalls providers turning away patients 'because they were afraid' after Roe v. Wade overturned

Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra visited Planned Parenthood clinics in Illinois and Missouri on June 23, a year after the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.

Becerra: ‘Supporting the LGBTQI+ community is a top priority for me and HHS’

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services held a recent Pride Summit attended by a number of leaders form the Biden administration and leaders from throughout the LGBTQI+ community.

Trimble: 'Mammoth Cave utilizes its recreational fee program to focus on projects that improve the visitor experience'