News from March 2024
Chairmen Jordan and Comer Subpoena DOJ for Special Counsel Hur Investigation Documents
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) and Oversight and Accountability Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) have taken a significant step in their investigation by subpoenaing Attorney General Merrick Garland for documents related to Special Counsel Robert Hur's investigation into President Joe Biden's mishandling of classified information.According to Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, "Special Counsel Robert Hur's investigation into President Biden's mishandling of classified documents made two things clear: there's a double standard of justice in...
Joint Statement on FY24 Appropriations Agreement
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
Speaker Johnson, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, and Leader Jeffries, along with House Appropriations Committee Chairwoman Granger and Ranking Member DeLauro, and Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Murray and Vice Chair Collins, issued a joint statement on the FY24 Appropriations Agreement. The leaders emphasized the importance of bipartisan cooperation in funding the government, stating, "We are in agreement that Congress must work in a bipartisan manner to fund our government."The agreement reached includes funding for six bills: Agriculture-FDA, Commerce-Justice...
Millions visited Gateway Arch in 2023
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
In 2023, Gateway Arch National Park received over two million visitors, according to data gathered by the National Park Service using location-based information from visitors' cellular phones. This method allowed for an accurate estimation of the number of people visiting the park at any given time.
US Department of the Treasury releases analysis on Inflation Reduction Act
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
The United States Department of the Treasury has recently published an analysis on the benefits derived from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The study suggests that previous projections understate the impact of the IRA on reducing greenhouse gas pollution and overlooks its broader benefits.
$20 million for digital connectivity projects for Pennsylvania has been approved
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
Pennsylvania has received approval for $20 million in funding for digital connectivity projects, a significant step towards bridging the nation's digital divide. This investment forms part of the Investing in America Agenda.
Intel has developed a new platform that helps with scaling AI applications
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
Intel has unveiled a new edge platform designed to scale artificial intelligence (AI) applications for businesses. The innovative software platform streamlines the development, deployment, and management of AI applications.
The Boeing Company and US Department of State reach a $51 million settlement over harms to US national security
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
The United States Department of State and The Boeing Company have agreed on a $51 million settlement to resolve export violations committed by the aviation giant. These violations, which involved technical data downloaded by the company in China and Russia, posed national security risks for the United States.
Avast has been banned from selling browsing data by the Federal Trade Commission
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
Software provider Avast has been prohibited from selling browsing data for advertising purposes, following false claims that it would block online tracking within its products. In addition to this, the company is mandated to pay over $16.5 million in charges levied against it by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Building Trust and Partnerships in Policy: Tarren Bragdon's Approach with FGA
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
Tarren Bragdon is the Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation for Government Accountability, which he founded in 2011.
OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman have been sued by Elon Musk over a contract breach
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
Elon Musk, the co-founder of OpenAI, has filed a lawsuit against the company and its CEO, Sam Altman, alleging a breach of contract. Musk contends that OpenAI has strayed from its original mission to develop artificial intelligence "for the benefit of humanity broadly."
Goldman Sachs and Mubadala Investment Company have signed a $1 billion partnership to invest in the Asia Pacific
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
Goldman Sachs Alternative and Mubadala Investment Company have entered into a $1 billion private credit partnership aimed at investing in the Asia Pacific region. The account will be managed separately, with both companies co-investing in private credit opportunities throughout the region.
Queens, New York cartel chemical supplier sentenced to prison
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
Javier Algredo Vazquez, a 56-year-old chemical broker from Queens, New York, has been sentenced to nearly 19 years in prison. Vazquez was found guilty of conspiracy to manufacture and distribute methamphetamine, conspiracy to distribute a List I chemical for the production of methamphetamine, and conspiracy to launder money in July 2023. He was accountable for providing the Jalisco New Generation Cartel with materials necessary for the production of fentanyl and methamphetamine.
Chipmakers are seeking over $70 billion in federal subsidies from the Department of Commerce
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
Chip manufacturers are lobbying for over $70 billion in federal subsidies from the Department of Commerce to bolster domestic chip production in the United States. However, U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo anticipates that the companies will not secure the full amount they are seeking.
Endo Health Solutions agrees to global restitution into sales of opioid drug
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
Opioid manufacturer Endo Health Solutions Inc. (EHSI) has agreed to global restitution for its sales and marketing practices related to its opioid drug. The United States and EHSI have reached a resolution to settle the criminal and civil investigations concerning their opioid drug, Opana ER.
Over $770 million is being invested for rural infrastructure projects through the United States Department of Agriculture
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced that it will allocate more than $770 million for rural infrastructure projects. This funding is expected to provide high-speed internet and clean drinking water for over one million people residing in rural communities.
Investing in America Agenda is allocating $500 million to confront the wildfire crisis through the Department of Agriculture
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
The Department of Agriculture has disclosed that $500 million, sourced from the Investing in America Agenda, will be allocated to address the escalating wildfire crisis in America. The funding is earmarked for risk reduction efforts aimed at safeguarding communities, critical infrastructure, and natural resources.
Funding for US semiconductor packaging is being expanded under the CHIPS for America Act
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
The U.S. Department of Commerce has declared that the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) for America Act is allocating funds to provide opportunities for companies to expand U.S. Semiconductor Packaging. The fresh funding aims to solicit applications for research and development that will aid in expediting the domestic capacity for advanced packaging substrates, a critical technology for manufacturing semiconductors.
Laboratory in Georgia pays $14.3 million to resolve liability of using kickbacks and unnecessary testing
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
The proprietor of Georgia-based Capstone Diagnostics, Andrew Maloney, has pleaded guilty to a felony charge and agreed to pay $14.3 million in order to resolve liabilities associated with kickbacks and unnecessary testing. The illicit payments were made to increase sales of unneeded urine drug tests for at-risk children and respiratory pathogen panels for seniors who were receiving COVID-19 tests.
The Department of Justice is implementing a new executive order that addresses security risks and protecting data
By Federal Newswire | Mar 1, 2024
The U.S. Justice Department has disclosed its plans to execute an executive order aimed at addressing national security risks and enhancing data security. The order's primary focus is on safeguarding the personal data of American consumers.
