News from March 2024
By Federal Newswire | Mar 6, 2024
Housing counseling agencies, which have received approval from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Office of Housing Counseling, are now eligible to apply for $10 million in grant funding. The funds will be used by these organizations to assist prospective homebuyers, in underserved communities, throughout their homebuying journey.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 6, 2024
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has announced a new round of funding aimed at mitigating the impact of the opioid epidemic in rural communities. The HRSA will allocate $50 million to a program designed to provide recovery and treatment services to regions not located near an urban area.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 6, 2024
The upper Columbia River site in northeast Washington is potentially on the path to be included in the National Priorities List (NPL). This would result in the river being added to a hazardous waste site list and qualifying for cleanup funding through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Superfund Program.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 6, 2024
Washington, D.C. – Senator Patty Murray, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Interim Chair of the Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, expressed the importance of the bipartisan Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2024, which provides $58.191 billion in total funding for various agencies. Senator Murray highlighted the bill's focus on strengthening investments in scientific research, renewable energy, climate projects, and environmental cleanup efforts, while also ensuring the continuity of key programs and projects.The...
By Federal Newswire | Mar 6, 2024
Tim Tebow, a former Heisman Trophy winner and National Football League (NFL) star, recently testified before members of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance. He called for swift action to combat child exploitation and abuse in the U.S. As chairman and founder of the Tim Tebow Foundation, he is committed to protecting vulnerable children.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 6, 2024
The House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has announced a new legislative proposal titled "The Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act". This bill, introduced by Representatives Mike Gallagher (R-Wis.) and Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.), aims to restrict the availability of apps, such as TikTok in the U.S., which are allegedly under foreign adversary control.
By Federal Newswire News Service | Mar 6, 2024
The president and CEO of the American Financial Services Association (AFSA) today asked the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to use “the well-accepted administrative rulemaking process” instead of what he said are “one-off and nontransparent enforcement proceedings.”
By Federal Newswire | Mar 6, 2024
A recent poll conducted by the American Lung Association (ALA) reveals that a significant majority of American voters are in favor of stricter standards for particulate matter (PM), also known as particle or soot pollution. This finding emerges a month after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced its decision to reinforce the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate Matter.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 5, 2024
U.S. Representative Mark Green (R-Tenn.), the chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security, has introduced a new bill designed to safeguard America's lands by countering potential future proposals from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) concerning Natural Asset Companies (NACs). The legislation is named the Protect America’s Lands Act.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 5, 2024
Lake Mead, thanks to advancements in hydrology and conservation efforts backed by the Biden-Harris administration's Investing in America agenda, currently holds 1075 feet of water, marking its highest level since 2021. The administration has also unveiled new system conservation agreements that mandate California water entities to conserve up to 399,153 acre-feet of water in Lake Mead through the end of 2026.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 5, 2024
Local communities, state governments, and tribal jurisdictions are now eligible to apply for over $180 million in grants intended to improve their roads. This announcement comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), with the aim of enhancing the safety of commercial motor vehicles on highways.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 5, 2024
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently attended the 18th Annual International Women of Courage Award Ceremony, where he delivered a speech. He expressed his privilege to be in the company of such distinguished women of high character.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 5, 2024
The U.S. Department of Education (ED) is launching an initiative to increase the number of mental health professionals available to students nationwide. The department is currently accepting applications for the School-Based Mental Health and Mental Health Service Professional Demonstration grant, aiming to improve school-based mental health services.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 5, 2024
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) continues to negotiate with pharmaceutical companies wishing to participate in the inaugural cycle of Medicare drug price negotiations. The drug manufacturers have responded with their own pricing propositions as HHS aims to reduce the cost of prescription medications.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 5, 2024
The Department of the Interior (DOI) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) responded on March 5 to the recommendations of the Not Invisible Act Commission, which were released in November 2023. The departments' response addresses resources for law enforcement and investigations, recruitment and retention of law enforcement personnel, as well as data collection and reporting.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 5, 2024
Chris Iacovella is the President and CEO of The American Securities Association (ASA). He served as special counsel and policy advisor to commissioner Scott O'Malia at the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
By Federal Newswire | Mar 5, 2024
In a February article, The New York Times suggested that opponents of Natural Asset Companies (NACs) were disseminating fear through "spurious" arguments. In response, Marlo Oaks, the State Treasurer of Utah, expressed his disagreement in an interview with the Federal Newswire. He stated that the opposition and concern regarding the implementation of NACs are entirely justified.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 5, 2024
After an extensive four-year investigation, the European Commission has imposed a fine exceeding €1.8 billion on Apple. The Commission concluded that Apple had exploited its leading market position as a distributor of music streaming apps to iPhone users.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 5, 2024
Todd Bensman, a representative from the Center for Immigration Studies (CIS), stated that state agencies, such as the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), are allocating taxpayer funds to numerous faith-based non-profit organizations, facilitating what he describes as "mass" illegal migration into the U.S. A United Nations (U.N.) report discovered that over 200 NGOs have been awarded $1.6 billion in humanitarian aid to support migrants in 2024.
By Federal Newswire | Mar 5, 2024
JetBlue has officially announced the termination of its merger agreement with Spirit Airlines. This development follows the U.S. Department of Justice's decision to block the $3.8 billion acquisition, citing it as a violation of existing antitrust laws.
