News from September 2023
Gensler: 'I was pleased to support this adoption because it will update the Commission’s rules with respect to this important law'
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 30, 2023
On September 20, Gary Gensler, the Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), made an important announcement. He stated that the Commission had voted to update its rules in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974. According to the announcement, the improvements are being made in order to modernize the manner in which the SEC keeps and handles personal information within its record-keeping systems.
Johnston: 'Retailers are seeing unprecedented levels of theft coupled with rampant crime in their stores, and the situation is only becoming more dire'
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 30, 2023
According to the report that was prepared by the NRF for the fiscal year 2022, the rates of shrinkage went up to 1.6% from 1.4% in the previous year. 65% of the shrinkage may be attributed to theft that occurred both internally and outside. Seventy percent of business owners in the retail industry believe that the number of violent acts carried out by members of Organized Retail Crime (ORC) has significantly increased over the past few years.
American Society of Civil Engineers releases findings from 2023 ASCE Civil Engineering Salary Report
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 30, 2023
On September 27, 2023, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) published its 2023 Civil Engineering Salary Report. The report indicates that the future is bright for civil engineers in the United States.
DOE provides renewable energy funds for native communities
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 30, 2023
On September 28, 2023, officials from the United States Department of Energy (DOE) announced the availability of $38 million in finance for 13 projects. The purpose of this announcement was to hasten the transition of Native American and Alaska Native communities to the use of renewable energy technology.
SEC updates public alert list with over 30 new additions
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 30, 2023
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is taking measures to protect investors by adding companies suspected of fraud on a list known as PAUSE.
Gensler: 'At the SEC, we work every day to protect investors and facilitate capital formation across the spectrum of communities that make America strong, including underserved communities'
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 30, 2023
The purpose of the project is to demonstrate the company's continued commitment to making the workplace more welcoming and inclusive for all employees.
Artificial Intelligence raises concern over its potential for Terrorist application
By Federal Newswire | Sep 29, 2023
A document posted by C/O Futures discusses the potential for AI to be used by terrorist organizations. Concern has been raised over chat bots facilitating criminal activity.
Border Patrol addresses ongoing challenges amid soaring encounters
By Federal Newswire | Sep 29, 2023
Thousands of migrants were encountered in a single day at the Brownsville Station, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by the U.S. Border Patrol. In a statement issued on September 28, Chief Patrol Agent Gloria I. Chavez emphasized the difficult tasks that agents are facing on a daily basis. She stated, "'Over 1,800 migrants encountered today'" and expressed her pride in the agents working tirelessly to manage the evolving situation.
Green: 'Secretary Mayorkas is Wasting Taxpayer Dollars and the Cartels are Profiting'
By Federal Newswire | Sep 29, 2023
Green highlights the high human and financial toll of the current open-border policies, accusing Secretary Mayorkas of making American communities more dangerous. On September 20, 2023, Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security, Mark E. Green, MD (R-TN), took aim at DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas in a hearing that launched the fourth phase of an ongoing oversight investigation into the border crisis.
USCIS announces naturalization grants
By Federal Newswire | Sep 29, 2023
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the allocation of over $22 million in grants for Citizenship and Integration in the fiscal year 2023. The grants will be distributed to 65 organizations across 29 states to assist lawful permanent residents (LPRs) in preparing for naturalization. This year, the focus is on reaching out to remote, underserved, and vulnerable communities, in line with Executive Order 14012 and the corresponding Interagency Strategy on Promoting Naturalization.
Kramer: 'It’s clear that these immigrants are punching well above their weight and are crucial contributors to the local economy'
By Federal Newswire | Sep 29, 2023
New report highlights the economic impact of immigrants in East Texas
Mayorkas: 'SSP grants have provided critical support to communities receiving migrants and the need for this support is ongoing'
By Federal Newswire | Sep 29, 2023
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the allocation of over $12.2 million in grants aimed at assisting communities that host migrants. These funds are an extension of previous grants disbursed through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), as part of the Shelter and Services Program (SSP).
Hobbs: 'Federal officials need to put politics aside and pass real solutions that will give our state the resources it needs to manage the increase in migrants at the border'
By Federal Newswire | Sep 29, 2023
Arizona allocated tens of millions in state funds for border security in 2023 and is now calling on federal intervention. Governor Katie Hobbs is urging federal officials to "put politics aside and pass real solutions that will give our state the resources it needs to manage the increase in migrants at the border." Citing rising concerns over increased border crossings and the potential for a federal government shutdown, Governor Hobbs joined forces with community leaders along the border to urgently call for federal intervention to enhance border security in the state.
Stein: 'All it takes is a quick glance at the numbers to understand why they were trying so hard to hide the harsh reality from the American public'
By Federal Newswire | Sep 29, 2023
FAIR President Dan Stein has responded to the Department of Homeland Security's release of border encounter statistics for August, calling the situation a "disaster." Stein, who is the President of the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR), expressed concern over what he described as "record-breaking" figures and criticized the Biden administration for its handling of the border crisis.
NY Gov. Hochul deploys National Guard to manage migrant crisis
By Federal Newswire | Sep 29, 2023
Governor Kathy Hochul deploys additional 150 National Guard members to assist asylum seekers
Gosar: 'Every city in America has become a border city. Drugs and criminals, including hundreds of terrorists, are pouring into our backyards'
By Federal Newswire | Sep 29, 2023
Congressional delegation inspects NYC migrant facility, criticizes use of national parks
Miller: 'CBP remains vigilant in the face of ruthless smugglers and transnational criminal organizations who exploit vulnerable migrants, the same criminal organizations trafficking in lethal drugs that...
By Federal Newswire | Sep 29, 2023
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has reported a significant increase in drug seizures for the month of August 2023. Despite a decrease in migration rates compared to the previous year, the agency has seen a surge in the seizure of dangerous narcotics.
U.S. and Mexico officials convene to address border security and migrant crisis
By Federal Newswire | Sep 29, 2023
The Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Commissioner for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Troy Miller, met with top-ranking Mexican officials on Friday, September 22, to discuss border security issues and the growing number of migrant encounters. Miller emphasized the commitment of the CBP to control the situation at the border.
Miller: 'CBP remains vigilant in the face of ruthless smugglers and transnational criminal organizations who exploit vulnerable migrants, the same criminal organizations trafficking in lethal drugs that...
By Federal Newswire | Sep 29, 2023
CBP's August 2023 report shows a decline in repeat migrant encounters and an increase in anti-drug operations
Abbott: 'This is unsustainable'
By Federal Newswire | Sep 29, 2023
Abbott urges federal action on border crisis at Manhattan Institute
