News from July 2024
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
A federal jury has found Carrie Musselman, a chiropractor from Eureka, Illinois, guilty of defrauding Medicare and other insurance companies out of more than $1.5 million.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke addressed the UnidosUS Annual Conference, expressing gratitude for the organization's efforts to support Latino communities. Clarke highlighted the Department of Justice's (DOJ) initiatives aimed at combating racism, hate crimes, human trafficking, and ensuring constitutional policing.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
OVW conducted a live web-based pre-application information session for its Fiscal Year 2024 Special Tribal Criminal Jurisdiction: Targeted Support for Alaska Native Tribes Special Initiative (STCJ AK) Program solicitation. During the presentation, OVW staff reviewed this program’s requirements, discussed the solicitation, and allowed for a brief question-and-answer period.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
Sustainable aviation fuel and clean fuel production tax credits hold potential benefits for farmers while aiming to reduce America’s carbon emissions. However, certain provisions may hinder many U.S. farmers from accessing these benefits.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
Nearly 100 days have passed since the U.S. House of Representatives approved the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act. The bill now awaits Senate approval before it can be sent to the president's desk.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced several initiatives aimed at improving accessibility to immigration benefits and services, aligning with the Biden-Harris Administration’s vision for a more inclusive and accessible immigration system.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
Netflix has announced plans to create a 'Heartstopper Pride Flag' that will be displayed at Queer Britain, featuring personal messages from fans collected during a nationwide tour of Pride events.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
Arizona state Senator Janae Shamp stated that the cartels have created a "network of modern day slavery" at the border. Shamp made the statement in an interview with Federal Newswire on July 15.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
New Data Shows Streamlined Procedure Is Helping Increasing Numbers of Eligible Borrowers
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor has recovered $74,546 in back wages and damages for 19 construction workers employed by PAR Construction LLC in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The recovery follows an investigation by the department's Wage and Hour Division.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
LONDON—In response to the King’s Speech, which outlines UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s legislative agenda under the new Labour government, the Center for Data Innovation released a statement from Policy Analysts Ayesha Bhatti and Justyna Lisinska.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
The United States announced today at the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity meeting of foreign ministers a commitment of up to $30 million toward a new initiative that will accelerate international development projects in countries throughout Latin America and the Caribbean and sustain the positive effects they deliver. The new technical assistance facility is the result of innovative cooperation between DFC and IDB Invest and will be available to any project developed under the shared Americas Partnership Platform. It will expand the pipeline for new projects and...
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
A federal court in the Eastern District of New York issued a permanent injunction yesterday against a Brooklyn, New York, tax return preparer.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
A new study by the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) and PwC, released today, reveals how the aerospace and defense (A&D) industry’s workforce is evolving to meet the changing demands of the 21st century.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
Margaret Kabat was sworn in today as the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' chief of staff. In this senior leadership role, Chief of Staff Kabat will serve as the top advisor to the VA Secretary and Deputy Secretary and provide strategic leadership to the organization.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has proposed a new rule to govern the sale of seriously delinquent single-family mortgage loans insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). The aim is to expand affordable housing options and enhance community stability.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
The EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) covers a broad taxonomy of actors, ranging from providers and deployers of AI systems to importers and distributors. The obligations pertaining to each of these actors have been the subject of extensive compliance coverage. Often lost in the conversation are the obligations imposed on public authorities in the European Union by the AI Act, including the changes they may need to incorporate when considering the use of AI.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Mexican Foreign Secretary Alicia Bárcena met on July 17, 2024, at the Colin L. Powell Treaty Room in Washington, D.C., to discuss ongoing bilateral issues and future collaborations.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
Today, the Department of Defense moved to rectify an old injustice and address a painful episode in its history. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III commended the Secretary of the Navy's decision to exonerate 258 Black sailors who were unjustly court-martialed following the explosion at the Port Chicago Naval Magazine in California on July 17, 1944. The blast resulted in the deaths of 320 sailors.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
Earlier this week, Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) officials traveled to Miami, Florida for two events that brought together the public and private sectors to discuss ways to deepen collaboration against financial crime threats. These events, known as FinCEN Exchange sessions, are part of FinCEN’s ongoing commitment to encouraging secure information sharing by convening financial institutions, law enforcement agencies, and the Department of the Treasury.
