News from May 2024
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided an update on Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III’s health status on May 24, 2024.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
Acting Associate Attorney General Benjamin C. Mizer visited Window Rock, Arizona, and the Pueblo of Acoma in New Mexico on May 21 and 22 to engage in government-to-government meetings with Tribal leaders from the Navajo Nation and the Pueblo of Acoma. The visit included discussions on Tribal justice administration, public safety, and victims' services.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
Netflix has released the official teaser trailer for "LALIGA: All Access," its first sports docuseries in Spain, set to premiere on July 19th. The series aims to provide an in-depth look at Spanish football, capturing both on-field and off-field moments.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
A new column from the Center for American Progress (CAP) highlights the need for policymakers to address reproductive equity for disabled individuals, a group historically overlooked in the fight for reproductive rights. The column features a poll conducted with Data for Progress, revealing how likely voters perceive disability and reproductive equity issues.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the two U.S. citizens killed by gangs in Haiti. On behalf of the President, our Ambassador in Haiti is in touch with the families who we know are experiencing unimaginable grief. Our Embassy is ready to provide all appropriate consular assistance.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
On May 20, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $3,150,770 in grant awards as part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda. The grants aim to expedite the assessment and cleanup of brownfield sites in South Carolina while advancing environmental justice. These investments through EPA’s Brownfields Multipurpose, Assessment, and Cleanup (MAC) Grant Programs and Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Grant Programs are intended to transform polluted, vacant, and abandoned properties into community assets, creating jobs and spurring economic revitalization in...
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
On May 27th, government officials and representatives from the private sector, academia, and civil society worldwide will gather to commemorate two decades since the first World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS). The WSIS initially convened stakeholders to envision a future where digital technologies are accessible to all, regardless of country or background. It initiated a series of meetings aimed at aligning the internet's evolution with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and fundamental human rights principles.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 24, 2024) – NFIB Vice President of Federal Government Relations Jeff Brabant joined Scripps News Live to discuss the challenges that small businesses are facing nationwide and what issues candidates should address to appeal to Main Street voters in upcoming elections.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
The following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, the Republic of Korea, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the European Union to address the ongoing conflict in Myanmar.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
On May 24, 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)'s Office of Multifamily Housing Programs announced the completion of a $363,131 loan transaction under the Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP) with Palmer Park Housing Partners, LP. This initiative is part of President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda. The funding from the Inflation Reduction Act will support energy efficiency and climate resilience renovations for the Palmer Park apartment community in Glendale, California.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
OKLAHOMA CITY – After severe weather and other natural calamities strike, the U.S. Department of Labor urges employers who clear debris, repair homes, or provide other disaster recovery services to avoid using pay practices that violate federal regulations by taking advantage of the many resources it provides.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided the following statement:
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
New data from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reveals that Best Buy/Geek Squad, Amazon, and PayPal are the companies most frequently impersonated by scammers. According to a newly released data spotlight, consumers in 2023 submitted approximately 52,000 reports about scammers impersonating Best Buy or its Geek Squad tech support brand. This was followed by around 34,000 reports of scammers impersonating Amazon. PayPal was the third-most impersonated company with about 10,000 consumer reports.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
On May 20, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $8,387,710 in grant awards from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to expedite the assessment and cleanup of brownfield sites in Florida. These investments through EPA’s Brownfields Multipurpose, Assessment, and Cleanup (MAC) Grant Programs and Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Grant Programs aim to transform polluted, vacant, and abandoned properties into community assets while creating jobs and spurring economic revitalization.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
The United States announced a significant new drawdown of weapons and equipment for Ukraine to support the Ukrainian people as they defend their country against Russia's aggression. This $275 million package, part of efforts to help Ukraine repel Russia’s assault near Kharkiv, includes ammunition for HIMARS; 155mm and 105mm artillery rounds; Tube-Launched, Optically-Tracked, Wire-Guided missiles; Javelin and AT-4 anti-armor systems; precision aerial munitions; small arms and additional rounds of small arms ammunition and grenades; demolitions munitions; anti-armor mines;...
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
WASHINGTON - Today, Adrianne Todman, the Acting Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), issued a statement on the commemoration of Memorial Day and National Military Appreciation Month.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
The Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) conducted a live web-based pre-application information session for its Fiscal Year 2024 Healing and Response Teams Special Initiative solicitation on May 24, 2024. During the presentation, OVW staff reviewed the initiative's requirements, discussed the solicitation, and allowed for a brief question-and-answer period.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
On May 24, the Friday before Memorial Day weekend, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention marked the 16th annual "Don't Fry Day." This initiative aims to encourage Americans to take steps to protect their skin and eye health while outdoors. Overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can increase the risk of developing skin cancer and cataracts.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma will travel to Bogotá, Colombia, and St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, from May 27 to 30. In Bogotá, he will lead the U.S. delegation to the 11th U.S.-Colombia High Level Dialogue and reaffirm the ties of friendship and cooperation that unite the United States and Colombia. While in Bogotá, he will underscore the two countries’ continued commitments to address shared priorities, including environmental protection, counternarcotics and security, migration management, human rights, and economic development.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
The U.S. Department of Education announced it has processed over 10 million 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms. The introduction of the Better FAFSA form has led to significant improvements, with students now able to expect their records to be sent to colleges within one to three days. Nearly 90% of nonprofit and four-year institutions are currently packaging and sending out aid offers to students. Recent data shows a notable increase in FAFSA submissions, reducing the gap from nearly 40 percent two months ago to 12 percent today.
