News from April 2024
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
BRUSSELS – Today, global tech trade association ITI, the Information Technology Industry Council, urged the European Commission, ENISA, and the ECCG to exclude sovereignty requirements as it finalizes the European Cybersecurity Certification Scheme for Cloud Service (EUCS). In a statement to lawmakers, ITI commended the improvements in the most recent EUCS draft that removes sovereignty requirements, noting such criteria could undermine the EU’s cybersecurity landscape and restrict non-EU cloud service providers' market access.“The EUCS is a technical security...
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
The American Medical Association (AMA) has unveiled concrete steps to enhance maternal health outcomes in the United States. Working in conjunction with various members of the Federation of Medicine, including relevant specialty societies, state medical associations, and physicians from rural areas, the AMA has put forth a series of recommendations to address the pressing issue.AMA President Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, M.D., MPH, expressed gratitude for the Administration's attention to the maternal health crisis, acknowledging its complexity and the need for significant systemic...
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
The U.S. House of Representatives recently approved 12 bipartisan bills focused on various aspects of outdoor recreation, conservation, and support for tribes and territories. Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) expressed his gratitude towards his colleagues for their efforts in crafting these bills, stating, "The bills passed in the House this week represent the product of extensive bipartisan work by my colleagues on both sides of the aisle and deliver commonsense solutions for Americans across the country and around the globe."Among the bills passed, H.R. 524,...
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
The Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs recently convened to discuss the promotion of affordable and reliable energy sources for United States territories. During the oversight hearing, Subcommittee Chair Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) emphasized the importance of allowing territories to choose energy resources that meet their specific needs. Hageman stated, "Congress must ensure that territories are able to utilize the energy resources that best suit their specific needs and desires."Highlighting the concerns over the current energy prioritization, Hageman criticized...
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
Washington, D.C. – Sean Kennedy, executive vice president for Public Affairs at the National Restaurant Association, expressed the Association's stance on the recent Senate vote on H.J. Res. 98, the Congressional Review Act resolution regarding the National Labor Relations Board's 2023 final rule on Joint Employer Status.Kennedy emphasized the significance of the Senate's decision, stating, "At a time when it’s next to impossible to get something passed in both Houses of Congress, yesterday the Senate came together to express their support of business owners by voting to...
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
Chairman Mike Gallagher and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party have urged Secretary Antony Blinken and Secretary Pete Buttigieg to exercise caution when considering new flights between the United States and China. In a letter addressed to the officials, the lawmakers highlighted concerns regarding unfair market practices and security issues.The lawmakers expressed their concerns about the PRC's failure to adhere to existing bilateral aviation agreements, stating...
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
Chairman Rostin Behnam delivered the opening remarks at the CFTC and the Center for Risk Management Education and Research (CRMER) at Kansas State University AgCon 2024 on April 11, 2024. Behnam expressed his pride in leading the return of the conference, emphasizing the importance of engaging with agricultural stakeholders to find solutions for America's farmers and ranchers.Highlighting the role of futures markets during challenging times, Behnam acknowledged the impact of external factors on commodity markets, such as supply chain breakdowns and geopolitical risks....
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
Washington — In a recent study published by the American Psychological Association, research suggests that individuals who rely on willpower to resist temptations and achieve their goals are perceived as more trustworthy compared to those who use external commitment strategies. Lead author Ariella Kristal, PhD, from Columbia University, highlighted the historical perspective on self-control methods, stating, "The knowledge that people can use external commitment strategies to overcome self-control problems has existed in some form for thousands of years."The research,...
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
Microsoft Corp. has announced that it will be releasing its fiscal year 2024 third-quarter financial results on Thursday, April 25, 2024. The information will be available after the market closes on the Microsoft Investor Relations website at https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/Investor/.In addition to the financial results, Microsoft Corp. will also be hosting a live webcast of the earnings conference call. The webcast is scheduled to begin at 2:30 p.m. Pacific Time on the same day.Investors and stakeholders who are interested in Microsoft's financial performance are...
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Pete Buttigieg recently penned an op-ed, published in TIME, addressing the urgent need to improve the nation's railroad system. This comes in response to a train derailment that occurred in East Palestine, Ohio. Buttigieg also appealed to Congress to enact comprehensive legislation that would enforce industry accountability towards workers and communities nationwide through the bipartisan Railway Safety Act.
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced that the U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada has sanctioned Daniel Shak of Las Vegas, Nevada, for engaging in spoofing and manipulative schemes in the gold and silver futures markets. The court entered a consent order on April 9, resolving the charges brought against Shak by the CFTC.According to the CFTC, Shak has been imposed with a $750,000 civil monetary penalty and is permanently prohibited from trading in commodity interests or registering with the CFTC in any capacity. Additionally, he is required...
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
ROME - Today, global technology trade association ITI, the Information Technology Industry Council, participated in the High-level conference "TECH7" at Palazzo Ferrajoli, organized by Anitec-Assinform, alongside other tech sector associations of G7 countries.During the conference, ITI's Director General for Europe, Guido Lobrano, emphasized the importance of the tech industry in G7 countries, stating, "Today's meeting reaffirms the alignment of the tech industry in G7 countries and its commitment to the role as a crucial partner for governments worldwide."The...
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
Ian McGinley, a prominent figure in regulatory compliance, addressed the New York City Bar Association Futures and Derivatives Committee Conference. McGinley expressed gratitude for the opportunity to speak to members of the derivatives bar, emphasizing the importance of self-reporting in regulatory matters.McGinley highlighted the significance of self-reporting as a means to uncover misconduct that may go unnoticed otherwise. He stressed that self-reporting not only reveals specific wrongdoing but also acts as a deterrent to future misconduct. McGinley acknowledged the...
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
April 11, 2024The American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) has caught the attention of experts in the field, who are closely monitoring the developments in Congress. Alan Butler, Executive Director and President of the Electronic Privacy Information Center, highlighted the current urgency by stating, "The landscape has shifted since 2022; this Congress must meet the moment."Caitriona Fitzgerald, Deputy Director at the Electronic Privacy Information Center, emphasized the importance of the ongoing discussions surrounding the APRA. She stated, "It’s 2024, and we find ourselves...
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has announced a grant of $65 million, aimed at providing training to colleges working with infrastructure-related sectors to develop skilled workers. The funds will be managed by the department’s Employment and Training Administration.
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
Assistant Attorney General Jonathan Kanter of the Justice Department's Antitrust Division, FTC Chair Lina M. Khan, and European Commission Executive Vice President Margrethe Vestager convened in Washington, D.C., for the fourth U.S.-EU Joint Technology Competition Policy Dialogue (TCPD) on Apr 11, 2024.During the meeting, Kanter emphasized the challenges posed by data monopolies and artificial intelligence, stating, "The growth of data monopolies and the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence expand the competitive threats we face from dominant digital gatekeepers."...
By Federal Newswire | Apr 11, 2024
The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) has teamed up with the Brennan Center and other civil liberties, free speech, and New York organizations in a unified effort to call on Congress to safeguard the rights of protesters in the United States. The coalition is urging lawmakers to oppose any reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) that does not address critical issues such as backdoor search and data broker loopholes.In a joint letter, the organizations emphasized the misuse of Section 702 for surveillance purposes,...
By Federal Newswire | Apr 10, 2024
Captain Valerie Littlejohn of the Oklahoma City Police Department has expressed that her agency could more effectively combat drug cartels if field testing for fentanyl was not a prerequisite to charge suspects with fentanyl-related crimes. She made this statement during an interview with the Federal Newswire on March 25.
By Federal Newswire | Apr 10, 2024
Dr. Vanda Felbab-Brown expressed her concerns regarding the Mexican government's approach towards criminal groups, including drug cartels involved in the production and transportation of fentanyl into the United States. She stated that the government is "unwilling and uninterested" in pursuing these groups. These comments were made during her testimony at a hearing titled, "Strengthening International Cooperation to Stop the Flow of Fentanyl into the United States" before the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs on March 15.
By Federal Newswire | Apr 10, 2024
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the allocation of $27 million in financial and technical assistance to 40 partner teams comprising states, local governments, and Tribes. The funding is provided through the Energy Future Grants (EFG) Program, which aims to support multijurisdictional partnership efforts to foster clean energy programs that enhance affordability, access, and opportunities.
