News published on Federal Newswire in May 2023

Murthy: Epidemic of loneliness and isolation an 'underappreciated public health crisis'

By Federal Newswire Report | May 13, 2023

Loneliness and social isolation have become such a public health crisis in the United States that the nation's top doctor has issued a national strategy to address the "epidemic."

Hughes: 'These areas will now be protected for future generations' at Black Hammock Island

By Tamara Browning | May 13, 2023

Undeveloped property on an island in Florida known for its beauty, tranquility and outdoor activities will be protected land because of its purchase by the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve.

Vilsack: 'The transition period before attaining organic certification can be cost-prohibitive'

By Karen Kidd | May 13, 2023

U.S. Department of Agriculture is taking new steps to enhance organic markets and support food producers to make it easier for farmers to enter the organic market.

McCabe: 'Tackling the climate crisis demands a sense of urgency'

By Federal Newswire Report | May 13, 2023

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced Massachusetts will be taking part in the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program.

Hernandez: ‘The city of Gary failed to compensate these firefighters and paramedics as the law requires’

By Federal Newswire Report | May 13, 2023

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division recovered $672,502 for 172 firefighters and paramedics after an investigation revealed the employees didn’t receive overtime pay for almost two years.

Blinken: 'Staff are working tirelessly to help bring Americans to safety' from Sudan

By Federal Newswire Report | May 13, 2023

The United States recently announced the successful evacuation of U.S. citizens, along with locally employed staff and nationals from allied countries, from Sudan to Saudi Arabia amid ongoing violence and unrest in the region.

The Evolving Nature of Banking, Bank Culture, and Bank Runs

By Federal Newswire | May 13, 2023

News Release: It is a pleasure to be with you here today.1 This symposium, focused on building the financial system of the twenty-first century, is very timely. Given the recent banking system stress many are welcoming a fresh look at whether the Dodd-Frank era changes to the financial system and the approach to supervision ...

Trottenberg: 'The department is pleased to offer more grant funding for communities across the nation'

By Federal Newswire Report | May 13, 2023

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Build America Bureau recently announced an increase in funding for the Regional Infrastructure Accelerators Program.

New Mexico State Rep. Jim Townsend: ‘We should welcome migrants with a process and not open borders that proliferate human trafficking’

By Federal Newswire Report | May 13, 2023

New Mexico State Rep. Jim Townsend made recent comments about the end of Title 42, the complications it could cause the immigration system and how it will affect New Mexicans.

Bollinger: 'The safety of our shipments and operations at WIPP is our top priority'

By Federal Newswire Report | May 13, 2023

The Waste Isolation Pilot Plant in Carlsbad, N.M., operated by the U.S. Office of Environmental Management, achieved a milestone of having its drivers travel more than 16 million miles without any serious accidents or injuries.

On the Assessment of Current Monetary Policy

By Federal Newswire | May 13, 2023

News Release: Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you to the organizers for inviting me to speak. It is a pleasure to be here. I welcome hearing diverse views on how to best conduct monetary policy, and this conference is certainly providing an invigorating debate on that topic.

SEC Chair Gensler: Advisory committee's new members will play important role 'for companies of every size'

By Federal Newswire Report | May 13, 2023

SEC has confirmed new members of the Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee.

Regan: EPA focused on 'protecting Americans from fuel supply challenges'

By Federal Newswire Report | May 12, 2023

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will allow gasoline blended with 15% ethanol to be sold this summer.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce hosts Bangladeshi prime minister

By Federal Newswire Report | May 12, 2023

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce played host to Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for the inaugural visit to push forward a U.S.-Bangladesh commercial partnership.

Vilsack: 'We are ensuring roads and bridges on national forests and grasslands can withstand the unpredictable climate'

By Federal Newswire Report | May 12, 2023

The Biden-Harris administration announced a $36 million investment in 100 projects to enhance national forest and grassland infrastructure, improving water, roads, trails, bridges and fish habitats as part of the Investing in America agenda.

Justice Department reaches antitrust settlement with Swedish company

By Federal Newswire Report | May 12, 2023

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced it has reached a settlement in the ongoing litigation pertaining to ASSA ABLOY AB's intended $4.3 billion acquisition of Spectrum Brands Holding's Hardware and Home Improvement division.

European Central Bank sets measures to battle high euro inflation

By Federal Newswire Report | May 12, 2023

The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced a 25 basis point increase in its three key interest rates, in response to high inflation pressures in the euro area.

Becerra: HHS will 'continue to prioritize the health of Black women'

By Federal Newswire Report | May 12, 2023

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has named the 15 winners of the first phase of a competition to find innovative ways to lower Black women's exposure to harmful chemicals.