News published on Federal Newswire in August 2024

News from August 2024


Court halts Mississippi professionals from selling fraudulent “tax plans

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi has issued permanent injunctions against Thomas Walt Dallas, Jason Todd Mardis, and Capital Preservation Services LLC. The court's decision bars them from making statements about tax benefits for compensation and includes other relief measures. The defendants consented to the entry of the injunctions.


EPA completes oversight of C6-Zero site cleanup in Marengo

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 7 has concluded its oversight of removal operations at the C6-Zero Site in Marengo, Iowa. This follows an explosion and fire on December 8, 2022, which initiated a multi-agency investigation and cleanup effort.


AIA urges Senate support for reversal of harmful R&D tax policy

Arlington, Va. – Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) Vice President of Legislative Affairs Nora Khalil today commended Majority Leader Schumer for taking action on H.R. 7024, the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024, and urged Senators to support the legislation that will reverse a harmful tax amortization that disincentivizes American businesses from investing in research and development (R&D).


Justice Department finds systemic abuses at Texas juvenile justice department

Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke announced the findings of a statewide civil rights investigation into the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) on August 1, 2024. The investigation, conducted by the U.S. Department of Justice, examined five juvenile justice facilities in Texas.


Senate Republicans block bill expanding child tax credit and aid for low-income families

On August 1, 2024, the majority of U.S. Senate Republicans blocked legislation aimed at expanding the child tax credit and providing essential support to low-income families. The proposed bill also included tax cuts for small businesses and investments in housing supply for low-income renters.


VA updates Burn Pit Registry for enhanced Veteran health research

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced the launch of the redesigned Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry, also known as the Burn Pit Research Registry. This database aims to improve understanding, research, and treatment of health issues affecting Veterans exposed to airborne hazards and burn pits during military service.


U.S. Secretary of State Blinken attends second U.S.-Singapore CET Dialogue

Singapore's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan, Minister for Digital Development and Information, Josephine Teo, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, and U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan chaired the second U.S.-Singapore Critical and Emerging Technology (CET) Dialogue in Singapore today. This event built on the inaugural dialogue held in Washington D.C. in October 2023.


Justice Department announces new Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program

Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole M. Argentieri delivered remarks on August 1, 2024, announcing the launch of the Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program. This initiative aims to enhance the Department of Justice's enforcement efforts and encourage corporate accountability.