News published on Federal Newswire in November 2024

News from November 2024


Tennessee receives $200K grant for pollution prevention efforts

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation will receive $200,000 in grants.


New Jersey man admits guilt in aiding Russian defense sector

Vadim Yermolenko, a dual U.S.-Russian national residing in New Jersey, has pleaded guilty to charges related to aiding Russia's defense sector in evading U.S. export controls.


U.S issues detention order on Somali frankincense due to forced labor concerns

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued a withhold release order against Asli Maydi, a supplier of frankincense based in Somaliland.


Blinken discusses regional de-escalation with Israeli Minister Dermer

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held discussions with Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer on November 1, 2024.


Civil groups urge CFPB to regulate financial data brokers under FCRA

The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) has collaborated with other civil society organizations to address concerns about data brokers in the financial services industry.


Sunnyvale selected as site for new semiconductor R&D facility

The Department of Commerce and Natcast have announced that Sunnyvale, California, is the anticipated location for the CHIPS for America Design and Collaboration Facility (DCF), a part of the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC).


Biden administration ends online junk fees for low-income student meal payments

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that students eligible for free and reduced-price school meals will not be charged junk fees in addition to the cost of a meal through the School Breakfast Program and National School Lunch Program.


Treasury Department partners with FHFA to boost affordable housing finance

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) and the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) have announced a new collaboration to increase capital for affordable housing lending through the...


Defense leaders discuss US support and Ukraine's industrial base

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III held a conversation with Ukrainian Minister of Defence Rustem Umerov on November 1, 2024.


EPA completes cleanup at nine contaminated sites near Northport

Last week, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) completed the cleanup of lead-contaminated soil on nine residential properties in and around Northport, Washington.


HUD implements aid measures for U.S. Virgin Islands post-storm

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced federal disaster assistance for the U.S. Virgin Islands following Tropical Storm Ernesto, which occurred from August 13 to August 16, 2024.


HUD allocates $1.7 million for hurricane recovery in Asheville

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has allocated $1.7 million to Asheville, North Carolina, for recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene.


USDA partners with Reinvestment Fund for $6 million investment in healthy food access

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a collaboration with Reinvestment Fund to invest nearly $6 million aimed at improving access to healthy foods in underserved communities across the United States.


EPA updates guidelines on ventilation to combat indoor virus spread

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued updated guidance on indoor air quality strategies aimed at preventing the spread of common respiratory viruses in various environments, including homes, schools, offices, and commercial...


Georgia Tech receives $350K grant for pollution prevention efforts

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that the Georgia Institute of Technology will receive nearly $350,000 in grants to assist businesses in adopting pollution prevention practices.


University of Louisville receives $305K grant for pollution prevention efforts

The University of Louisville is set to receive $305,738 in grants from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to assist businesses in adopting pollution prevention practices.


CBP seizes drugs and weapons at San Diego airport in October

CBP officers at San Diego International Airport concluded October with significant seizures of drugs and weapons.


Congress urged to act as looming Medicare pay cut threatens physicians

The final rule of the 2025 Medicare physician fee schedule has been released, highlighting two significant figures: a 2.8% payment cut for physicians and an estimated 3.5% rise in the Medicare Economic Index.


Biden administration announces $425 million security aid package for Ukraine

The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced a new package of security assistance for Ukraine, marking the Biden Administration's sixty-ninth tranche of equipment provided from DoD inventories since August 2021.


San Diego authorities intercept over 40 people in maritime smuggling operations

San Diego's Border Patrol Sector, in collaboration with the San Diego Air and Marine Branch, intercepted multiple maritime human smuggling operations within a 24-hour period.