News from July 2024
By Federal Newswire | Jul 24, 2024
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By Federal Newswire | Jul 24, 2024
Regulators are now faced with the decision of whether to accept arguments from tech firms that are training large language models on vast amounts of data.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 24, 2024
House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) has called for immediate action from the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) to provide essential resources to the U.S. Park Police (USPP). In a letter addressed to DOI Secretary Deb Haaland, Westerman urged for swift support in response to recent destructive and violent protests occurring on National Park Service (NPS) property in Washington, D.C.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 24, 2024
An Ohio man was sentenced today for threatening to destroy a reproductive health services facility in Columbus, Ohio, and for conspiring to commit money laundering.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 24, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the allocation of $6 million to two nonprofit organizations and a city government to address home health hazards affecting children and families. This marks the second round of funding for this program, following previous grant announcements on April 9, 2024. The funding aims to improve community conditions by renovating older housing, preserving affordable living spaces, and enhancing the health of residents.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 24, 2024
The Kengan Annihilation Tournament reaches its conclusion with the premiere of "KENGAN ASHURA" Season 2 Part 2 on August 15. The newly released trailer highlights intense battles among the strongest fighters vying for supremacy in the underground tournament. Accompanying this announcement is a new key art featuring Ohma Tokita.
By Federal Newswire reports | Jul 23, 2024
Former U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico John Anderson highlighted the evolving challenges posed by cartels and organized crime and their influence in the United States.
By R. B. Pepalis | Jul 23, 2024
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has launched its Words to Action facilitator training seminar in Latin America. The inaugural seminar coincides with the 30th anniversary of the AMIA bombing in Buenos Aires.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 23, 2024
More than a decade since the U.S. Supreme Court reaffirmed the supremacy of federal immigration law in Arizona v. United States, a new Center for American Progress (CAP) analysis finds that some Republican states are enacting unconstitutional legislation to invite the new far-right majority on the court to overturn its 2012 precedent. The column calls on the courts to reject these power grabs, as they have rejected similar efforts in the past.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 23, 2024
Today, the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries conducted a legislative hearing on 12 bills concerning Indian water rights and settlements. House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) commented on the proceedings:
By Federal Newswire | Jul 23, 2024
Over the past 15 months, the conflict in Sudan has pushed millions to the brink of starvation and displaced nearly 10 million people. It continues to cause significant suffering for the Sudanese population. The United States remains committed to working with partners to end this devastating war.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 23, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced an award exceeding $1 million to Texas aimed at providing employment and training services for individuals affected by the permanent layoffs at the Tesla Gigafactory in Austin.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 23, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the allocation of a $38,646,534 Climate Pollution Reduction Grant to the Southeast Conference of Alaska. This grant is part of a broader initiative in which 25 selected applications will receive a total of $4.3 billion for community-driven solutions aimed at addressing climate change, reducing air pollution, and advancing environmental justice.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 23, 2024
Prysmian Cables and Systems USA LLC (Prysmian), based in Abbeville, South Carolina, has agreed to pay $920,000 to settle allegations of violating the False Claims Act. The company is accused of knowingly falsifying test results and failing to conduct required testing on military cable, known as M13486 cable, used in vehicles manufactured for military use. The alleged misconduct occurred from approximately 2005 to 2021 at a facility in Paragould, Arkansas. Prysmian acquired this facility in 2018.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 23, 2024
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas has announced the appointment of Ronald L. Rowe, Jr. as Acting Director of the United States Secret Service.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 23, 2024
On Wednesday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to address a joint session of Congress. Meanwhile, the Center for American Progress (CAP) is co-sponsoring a counter event for U.S. members of Congress, their staff, and the media as an alternative to Netanyahu’s address.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 23, 2024
On July 23, the Biden-Harris Administration announced a series of actions and commitments from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA), the National Science Foundation (NSF), and the private sector to support the long-term success of all designated Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs) and NSF Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines).
By Federal Newswire | Jul 23, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated an inquiry into the use of surveillance pricing practices by firms. This practice involves collecting detailed consumer data to adjust prices based on individual characteristics, such as location, shopping habits, and web browsing history.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 23, 2024
Funded by President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda, EPA announces selected applications through competitive Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program to tackle climate change, improve air quality, and advance environmental justice
By Federal Newswire | Jul 23, 2024
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced a civil forfeiture action to recover $2.5 million in cryptocurrency for victims of a pig butchering scheme. The action, filed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia, seeks to retrieve cryptocurrency seized by the FBI from foreign perpetrators.
