News published on Federal Newswire in September 2023

By Federal Newswire | Sep 27, 2023

On September 27, the Methane Abatement for Oil and Gas: Handbook for Policymakers has been released, according to a joint announcement from the Department of State's Bureau of Energy Resources Assistant Secretary Geoffrey R. Pyatt and the Department of Commerce's Commercial Law Development Program Chief Counsel Stephen Gardner.

By Federal Newswire | Sep 27, 2023

The city of Oak Park Heights, Minnesota, will receive a $1.5 million grant from the Department's Economic Development Administration for water infrastructure upgrades, including a new municipal well and pumphouse to ensure continuous water service throughout the city, Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced on September 26.

By Federal Newswire | Sep 27, 2023

In an opposition filed with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, Google argued that Assistant Attorney General Jonathan Kanter's previous work in private practice demonstrates his bias against Google. Kanter is the head of the Department of Justice's (DOJ) Antitrust Division.

By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 27, 2023

David Sacks wrote a blog post after President Biden's recent G20 Summit where he introduced the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) intended to counter China's Belt Road Initiative, which Sacks said is not enough. Sacks is a Fellow for Asia Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations.

By Federal Newswire | Sep 27, 2023

FTX, the cryptocurrency exchange that filed for bankruptcy last fall, has filed a lawsuit against the parents of its founder and former CEO, Sam Bankman-Fried. The complaint accuses Joseph Bankman and Barbara Fried of taking advantage of their relationship with FTX to make themselves wealthier at the expense of FTX customers.

By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 27, 2023

Dr. Daniel Goure authored a blog post in which he said the U.S. must adopt a Zero Trust Cybersecurity policy in light of recent cyber attacks from countries like China and Russia. Goure is the vice president at the Lexington Institute, a research think tank based in Arlington, Virginia.

By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 27, 2023

Cy McGeady and Gracelin Baskaran authored a commentary piece for the Center on Strategic and International Studies and said U.S. policy should support export bans on rare mineral production to reduce dependence on China's industry. McGeady is an associate fellow for the Energy Security and Climate Change Program at CSIS, and Baskaran is a research director and senior fellow for the Energy Security and Climate Change Program at CSIS.

By Federal Newswire | Sep 27, 2023

Finding opportunities to unwind and revitalize is crucial for Veterans who have served our country, according to a press release distributed on Sept. 27. Veterans can take well-earned vacations without breaking the bank thanks to the Armed Forces Vacation Club (AFVC), a useful tool."For Veterans who have served our nation, finding opportunities to relax and rejuvenate is essential," said Denis Mcdonough.The Armed Forces Vacation Club, also known as the AFVC, offers free membership to all active-duty, retired, and veteran military personnel. "We sincerely think that the best...

By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 27, 2023

U.S. households will be eligible to order up to four free tests via the website COVIDTests.gov this month

By Federal Newswire | Sep 27, 2023

Office of Veterans Affairs Jobs in the defense manufacturing industry present a viable new career option. In addition to providing a solution, the ATDM program (Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing) also shows promise as a way to go forward with the transition to civilian life. Denis McDonough, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, emphasized the potential of defense manufacturing jobs as a thriving new career path.

By Federal Newswire | Sep 27, 2023

A news statement issued on September 27 states that for more than 75 years, the VA has been at the forefront of medical advancements, educating others how to use them to enhance the quality of treatment for Veterans. According to Denis McDonough, a VA pharmacy program manager replaced opiates with acupuncture as alternative therapy to provide pain management treatments to Veterans without drugs.

By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 27, 2023

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has granted nearly $130 million via SAMHSA to expand Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs) nationwide

By Federal Newswire | Sep 27, 2023

HUD earns award acknowledging the agency's enterprise-wide commitment

By Federal Newswire | Sep 27, 2023

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury sanctioned five organizations and two individuals involved in acquiring sensitive components for Iran's one-way attack unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) program. The entities targeted include organizations and individuals with offices in Iran, the PRC, Hong Kong, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

By Federal Newswire | Sep 27, 2023

Applications for the Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit program under Section 48(e) of the Internal Revenue Code will open at 9am ET on October 19, 2023, according to a statement made on September 27 by the U.S. Department of the Treasury, U.S. Department of Energy, and Internal Revenue Service.

By Federal Newswire | Sep 27, 2023

In accordance with Executive Order (E.O.) 14059, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the Department of the Treasury sanctioned 10 individuals on September 26, including affiliates and fugitives associated with the Sinaloa Cartel, one of Mexico's most destructive transnational criminal groups. The Treasury Department prioritizes disrupting the illicit fentanyl trafficking, which is part of a larger effort to address the opioid public health crisis in the United States.

By Federal Newswire | Sep 27, 2023

$206.7 million investment to bolster youth mental health services nationwide as part of its Unity Agenda

By Federal Newswire | Sep 27, 2023

Landmark legislation still impacts lives 50 years after its signing, with renewed pledges for equity and inclusivity

By Federal Newswire | Sep 26, 2023

California Rep. Michelle Steel is expressing concerns about the influence of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in American classrooms. Steel's remarks came after a recent hearing titled "Academic Freedom Under Attack: Loosening the CCP's Grip on America's Classrooms." In her statement, she highlighted her family's personal experience with fleeing Communism in North Korea and emphasized the need to prevent Communism from infiltrating schools.

By Federal Newswire | Sep 26, 2023

On September 27, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced a $22 million initiative aimed at supporting smart manufacturing at small- and medium-sized facilities across the country. The initiative will be implemented through the State Manufacturing Leadership Program, benefiting 12 state-run programs.