News from July 2024
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a proposed rule under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) on July 31, aimed at protecting public health by regulating the use of 1-bromopropane (1-BP). This chemical has been linked to serious health effects, including various cancers and damage to vital organs and reproductive systems. If finalized, the rule would ban all but one consumer use of 1-BP and some workplace uses.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party released a statement following a new report by the Hong Kong Democracy Council and Students for a Free Tibet. The report, titled "Exporting Repression: Attacks on Protesters During Xi Jinping’s Visit to San Francisco in November 2023," details alleged CCP-directed attacks on activists.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
Secretary Antony J. Blinken sat down with Teresa Tang of Channel News Asia on July 31, 2024, to discuss various pressing issues, including the recent killing of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran by an Israeli strike. When asked about the impact of Haniyeh's death, Blinken stated, "First, this is something we were not aware of or involved in. It’s very hard to speculate... So I can’t tell you what this means."
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected three organizations in Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri to receive a total of $280,000 in Environmental Education Grants. These projects are part of a national selection of 38 organizations set to receive over $3.6 million through EPA's Environmental Education Grants program.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
In March, the Republican Study Committee (RSC) released its fiscal year 2025 budget proposal, which includes significant cuts to Social Security. The committee’s membership comprises roughly 80 percent of all Republican lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives as well as the entirety of House Republican leadership, indicating that the policies outlined in their budget proposal are major priorities for the House Republican caucus.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $12 million in refunds to consumers who paid Zurixx, LLC for a real estate investment training program. The program allegedly made false promises about earning substantial profits by "flipping" houses.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
ImageNRRM, LLC, operating as CarShield, along with American Auto Shield, LLC (AAS), the administrator of its vehicle service contracts (VSCs), will pay $10 million to settle Federal Trade Commission charges. The FTC alleges that CarShield's advertisements and telemarketing for VSCs were deceptive and misleading, leading many purchasers to find that numerous repairs were not "covered" despite making payments of up to $120 per month. Additionally, the FTC claims CarShield’s celebrity and consumer endorsers made false statements in its ads.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced several key staff appointments and promotions in Washington, D.C.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
The Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee convened in a closed session at the Department of the Treasury on July 30, 2024. All members were present, along with Veronica Clark from Citigroup to assist the Committee Chair. Under Secretary for Domestic Finance Nellie Liang, Fiscal Assistant Secretary David Lebryk, Assistant Secretary for Financial Markets Josh Frost, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Federal Finance Brian Smith, Director of the Office of Debt Management Fred Pietrangeli, and Deputy Director of the Office of Debt Management Tom Katzenbach welcomed the Committee....
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
The Burma military regime’s extension of the state of emergency remains at odds with the aspirations of the people of Burma, who continue to strongly oppose military rule. "We call on the regime to engage with all stakeholders to pursue a path toward a peaceful, representative, and democratic future for Burma," stated an official.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III concluded his eleventh official visit to the Indo-Pacific region today after a series of engagements with counterparts and senior officials in Japan and the Philippines.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
Utah State Representative Blake Moore has announced the introduction of the bipartisan Semiconductor Technology Advancement and Research (STAR) Act, which aims to boost U.S. leadership in semiconductor research and development. The bill proposes a new investment tax credit for semiconductor design expenditures to support these initiatives.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh provided the following readout:
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
NVIDIA will host a conference call on Wednesday, August 28, at 2 p.m. PT (5 p.m. ET) to discuss its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025, which ended July 28, 2024.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has highlighted its efforts to protect consumers from potential harms related to artificial intelligence in a comment submitted as part of the Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC) notice of inquiry examining the implications of emerging AI technologies.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
On May 23, following anti-democratic actions by the Georgian government, a comprehensive review of bilateral cooperation between the United States and Georgia was announced. As a result of that review, the United States is pausing more than $95 million in assistance that directly benefits the Government of Georgia.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) filed comments today with the International Trade Administration, providing input on proposed topics for the agenda of the 22nd Plenary of the U.S.-Brazil Commercial Dialogue. The event is scheduled to take place on September 19, 2024.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the completion of two transactions totaling $1.5 million to finance energy-efficient and climate-resilient improvements for affordable homes in Illinois under the Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP). The rehabilitations will update existing common spaces, including replacing roofing, windows, doors, and lighting for very low-income seniors. Renovations will also include upgrades to mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems, electrification, insulation, renewable energy integration, and...
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
Jordan Guy MacDonald Goudreau, 48, of Melbourne, Florida, and Yacsy Alexandra Alvarez, 43, of Tampa, Florida, were arrested yesterday pursuant to a now-unsealed indictment charging them with conspiracy to violate export laws, smuggling goods from the United States, violating the Arms Export Control Act, and violating the Export Control Reform Act. The indictment also charges Goudreau with violating the National Firearms Act and unlawful possession of machine guns.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis announced a proposal to enhance the U.S. dollar by creating a strategic Bitcoin reserve. This initiative aims to strengthen the dollar against inflation and solidify U.S. leadership in the global financial system.
