News from March 2024
By Federal Newswire | Mar 11, 2024
The tragic death of two National Guardsmen and U.S. Border Patrol agent Chris Luna near the Texas border town of Rio Grande City has sent shockwaves through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), stated Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 11, 2024
A forklift operator at Boston’s Logan International Airport has been fined $46,096 by the U.S. Department of Labor's (DOL) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for four serious work-related violations. The investigation was initiated following the death of an employee working for the company in August.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 11, 2024
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is set to allocate over $57 million to assist municipalities in managing public-private initiatives. This funding, backed by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, was announced via a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for eligible projects.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 11, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has included the Louisiana Superfund site, Exide Baton Rouge, in the National Priorities List (NPL). The NPL is a catalog of locations known to harbor toxic chemicals that pose potential threats to human health or the environment across America and its territories.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 11, 2024
U.S. Representative Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) has expressed concerns to the Federal Newswire regarding the use of taxpayer funds by non-governmental organizations (NGOs). He alleges that these funds are enabling illegal activities at the border, including "lawbreakers" who smuggle illegal immigrants across the border. Gosar represents Arizona's 9th District.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 11, 2024
U.S. Representative Tom Tiffany (R-Wis.) stated that billions of dollars in taxpayer funds are being directed to non-governmental organizations (NGOs), which he accuses of facilitating "illegal immigration." Tiffany has urged the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate whether these NGOs have violated federal law.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 11, 2024
Paul Triolo, a senior associate at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), recently shared his insights on the semiconductor industry and its critical role in shaping U.S.-China relations.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 11, 2024
The Taxpayers Protection Alliance Foundation (TPAF) has criticized the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) for their new regulation that caps credit card late fees for American consumers. TPAF argues this hurts the economy and the majority of Americans in the long run.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 10, 2024
The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) and the Department of the Air Force (DAF) have signed a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) to investigate optimal practices for joint energy resilience planning between DAF installations and EEI member companies.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 10, 2024
SRI and Lisa Health have published the outcomes of a survey investigating the challenges and needs of menopausal women in the workforce. The results suggest that employers could enhance their efforts to address this occasionally neglected facet of workplace inclusivity.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 10, 2024
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has expressed its approval for the enactment of a series of six spending bills, which includes the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies (THUD) appropriations bill. The THUD bill contains provisions that the NBAA has been advocating for in its recent campaign.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 9, 2024
JetBlue and Spirit Airlines have announced the termination of their merger agreement, initially slated for July 2022. The companies expressed that they would likely fail to meet the deal’s closing requirements, which include legal and regulatory approvals, by the agreement's deadline of July 24, 2024.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 9, 2024
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has unveiled the tenth video in its "Recycling is Real" campaign. The campaign aims to promote and raise awareness about plastic recycling in the United States.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 9, 2024
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has declared an investment of $2.3 billion to extend clean and affordable power across rural communities throughout America. This investment forms part of the Investing in America Agenda, initiated by President Biden.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 9, 2024
Senator Susan Collins delivered a passionate plea on the Senate floor, urging her colleagues to support the Fiscal Year 2024 appropriations package to avert a government shutdown. Collins emphasized the importance of passing the bipartisan legislative package without delay to continue serving the American people.Collins warned of the potential consequences of a government shutdown, highlighting the impact it would have on various departments and services. She questioned, “Why in the world would we want to shut down government and stop serving the American people?” Collins...
By Federal Newswire | Mar 9, 2024
Representatives Mike Gallagher and Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Select Committee have introduced the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. This legislation aims to prevent app store availability or web hosting services in the United States for apps controlled by ByteDance, such as TikTok.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 9, 2024
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has accused the United States of employing devastating tactics in an attempt to suppress China. These methods include adding Chinese companies to a sanctions list as tensions between the two nations escalate.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 8, 2024
Tim Lee is Senior Vice President of Legal and Public affairs for the Center for Individual Freedom.
By Press Release | Mar 8, 2024
A study conducted by researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology and Stanford University has underscored the potential perils and complexities associated with incorporating autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) systems into military and diplomatic strategies.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 8, 2024
Dr. Anish Bhatnagar is a physician who works on rare diseases. He is the founder and CEO of Soleno Therapeutics.
