News from August 2024
By Federal Newswire | Aug 17, 2024
Anthony Leonard Williams, 27, was sentenced to eight years in federal prison and two years of post-prison supervision for conspiracy to transport noncitizens. This sentence was announced in an August 8 news release from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI).
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
On August 16, 2024, Secretary Becerra addressed the disruptions in the availability of BD BACTEC™ blood culture media bottles, emphasizing the mission of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to ensure the health and well-being of all Americans. This includes ensuring that healthcare providers and facilities have the necessary tools to provide care.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has deleted a six-acre portion of the former landfill part of the Allied Paper, Inc./Portage Creek/Kalamazoo River Superfund site in Kalamazoo, Michigan, from the National Priorities List, which includes the most contaminated sites in the nation.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
On August 16, 2024, the Biden-Harris Administration marked the second anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act, a law aimed at reducing prescription drug costs and making health insurance more affordable for Americans. Signed into law two years ago by President Biden, this legislation introduced significant changes to Medicare and the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
CHICAGO - (August 16, 2024) - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced today that arsenic cleanup is complete at three of the remaining four properties that are part of the South Minneapolis Residential Soil Contamination Superfund site. Consequently, these properties have been deleted from the National Priorities List, which identifies the most contaminated sites in the nation.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to Israel on August 17 to continue intensive diplomatic efforts aimed at concluding an agreement for a ceasefire and the release of hostages and detainees. The bridging proposal, presented today by the United States with support from Egypt and Qatar, seeks to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza, secure the release of all hostages, ensure humanitarian assistance is distributed throughout Gaza, and create conditions for broader regional stability.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
On August 16, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its annual interactive report tracking America's progress in improving air quality. The report, titled "Our Nation’s Air: Trends Through 2023," monitors trends in air quality and emissions data, evaluates efforts to enhance visibility in national parks, and examines community-level health impacts of hazardous air pollutants.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
This week, Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco hosted the sixth convening of the Justice AI Initiative, which she launched earlier this year to inform the Justice Department’s AI policy. The initiative aims to address how AI will impact the Department’s mission to uphold the rule of law, maintain national security, and protect civil rights. Justice AI gathers stakeholders from civil society, industry, academia, and law enforcement to share expertise and perspectives on both the promise and risks associated with AI.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
U.S. Department of State Counselor Tom Sullivan and U.S. Agency for International Development Assistant Administrator Michael Schiffer convened a virtual meeting today with leading members of Burma’s opposition movement, including the pro-democracy “National Unity Government” (NUG) and the National Unity Consultative Council (NUCC), as well as key resistance organizations, the Karen National Union (KNU), Karenni National Progressive Party (KNPP), and the Chin National Front (CNF).
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is taking action against Asbury Automotive, a large automotive dealer group, for allegedly charging consumers for costly add-on items without their consent and discriminating against Black and Latino consumers by targeting them with unwanted and higher-priced add-ons.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma met with senior Nepali officials in Kathmandu on August 16 to advance shared priorities in economic development, women’s empowerment, energy, and people-to-people ties.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
Carl Harris, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a custom home builder from Wichita, Kan., issued a statement regarding Vice President Kamala Harris’s housing plan announced today during a campaign event in Raleigh, N.C.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided the following readout:
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
President Joe Biden has established the Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument as the newest addition to America's national park system. This marks the eighth national park site added during the Biden-Harris administration. The monument aims to preserve historic objects associated with a racially motivated riot in Springfield, Illinois, in 1908, which contributed to significant civil rights advancements, including the formation of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced the allocation of $806.4 million in grants aimed at supporting homeless and at-risk veterans through its Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) and Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem (GPD) programs.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
The United States has extended its congratulations to Luis Abinader on his second inauguration as President of the Dominican Republic. In this election, the people of the Dominican Republic expressed their collective aspirations for prosperity, security, and democratic governance.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
John Davisson, senior counsel and director of litigation at the nonprofit Electronic Privacy Information Center, discussed a common practice among individuals regarding personal information online. "It’s a common technique for individuals to use false or pseudonymous contact information and birthdays and other personal details," Davisson stated. He explained that this approach can offer protection in the event of a data breach or if companies intend to use the information for targeted advertising or sell it to data brokers. By providing inaccurate details, users ensure that...
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
Senior U.S. and Ukrainian officials convened on August 14, 2024, in Kyiv, Ukraine for the sixth round of the U.S.-Ukraine Cyber Dialogue, an annual discussion on cyber policy issues.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
The undersigned countries, meeting in Santo Domingo de Guzmán, appeal for wisdom and restraint in Venezuela. At this decisive juncture for Venezuela and the region, all social and political actors must exercise the utmost restraint in their public actions.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 16, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is marking the two-year anniversary of President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, signed into law on August 16, 2022. The act represents the largest investment in clean energy and climate action to date, aiming to save families money on housing and energy bills while protecting them from climate-related disasters such as storms, floods, fires, and extreme heat. It also aims to create numerous well-paying jobs.
