News published on Federal Newswire in October 2024

News from October 2024


Biden administration awards $380M for zero-emission tech at Virginia port

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that the Virginia Port Authority will receive $380 million as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda.


Clean Ports Program invests $530K in Massachusetts under Biden-Harris agenda

The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a significant investment of nearly $530,000 in Massachusetts as part of the EPA's Clean Ports Program.


HUD allocates $72M to tackle youth homelessness across 14 US communities

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the allocation of $72 million to address youth homelessness across 14 communities in the United States, including five rural areas.


Uzra Zeya leads U.S. delegation at Montreal conference on Ukraine peace formula

Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya is set to visit Montreal, Canada, from October 30-31, 2024.


Defense industry leader supports Pentagon's new strategic plan

Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning expressed approval for the National Defense Industrial Strategy Implementation Plan (NDIS-IP) released by the Department of Defense.


U.S. Treasury Secretary Yellen: 'More prime-age Americans are participating in our labor force than at any point over the past two decades'

In a significant address at the Council on Foreign Relations, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen discussed the Biden-Harris Administration’s international economic policy, emphasizing its critical role in supporting American families and businesses.


U.S. Treasury announces talks with Taiwan on double taxation agreement

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced that the United States and Taiwan will commence negotiations on a comprehensive tax agreement to address double taxation issues.


Court halts operations of Indiana-based Madison Solutions LLC

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana has issued a permanent injunction against an Indianapolis-area tax preparer, Juan Santiago, and his company, Madison Solutions LLC.


Border Patrol seizes significant amounts of drugs in three incidents

Agents from the U.S. Border Patrol's San Diego Sector made three notable drug seizures last week in different areas across San Diego.


Delaware receives over $128 million for clean port projects under federal program

The Biden-Harris Administration has announced significant funding for clean port initiatives in Delaware as part of its Investing in America agenda.


EPA allocates $104M to advance clean port initiatives across Washington

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that six ports in Washington will receive over $104 million from the Clean Ports Program.


Biden-Harris administration completes first Gulf of Maine offshore wind lease sale

The Biden-Harris administration has completed its sixth offshore wind lease sale, marking the first commercial sale for floating offshore wind on the Atlantic Coast.


Moolenaar supports Biden's new investment restrictions targeting China

Yesterday, the Department of Treasury released final regulations to implement President Biden's executive order aimed at restricting investments into countries that pose a national security threat to the United States, such as China.


Interior commits $375M for recreation and restoration in Nevada

The Department of the Interior has announced a commitment of over $375 million to fund 36 projects in Nevada and California.


U.S. Treasury unveils first national strategy for financial inclusion

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has released its first National Strategy for Financial Inclusion, aiming to enhance consumer access to financial products and services while bolstering financial security.


U.S. officials discuss boosting travel industry post-COVID

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo addressed the economic benefits of U.S. travel and tourism at a recent event at the State Department.


Federal Circuit addresses SEP licensing abuses in Ericsson v Lenovo case

The Federal Circuit has vacated and remanded a lower court's decision in the case of Ericsson v Lenovo concerning standard essential patents (SEPs).


Former employee of organization that received over $500 million through federal tax credit program now manages the same program

The program manager of a federal tax credit program is the former employee of an organization that has received more than a half-billion dollars from that same tax credit program.


Austin discusses Middle East tensions with Israeli defense minister

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III engaged in a conversation with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant to evaluate Israeli operations and explore avenues for regional de-escalation.


Apple launches innovative hearing health features on AirPods Pro 2

Apple has unveiled a new hearing health experience through its AirPods Pro 2, aimed at addressing the needs of individuals with hearing loss.