News from September 2024
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
On September 11, 2024, at the third United States-Republic of Cyprus (ROC) Defense and Security Dialogue in Nicosia, Cyprus, American and Cypriot delegations discussed ways to deepen security cooperation and enhance regional stability.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
Jeff Brabant, NFIB Vice President of Federal Government Relations, will testify before the U.S. Senate Committee on Finance at a hearing titled "The 2025 Tax Policy Debate and Tax Avoidance Strategies" on September 12, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. ET. Brabant's testimony will focus on advocating for the permanent establishment of the 20% Small Business Deduction to prevent significant tax increases for small businesses.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the launch of a new website, the Climate Resilience and Adaptation Funding Toolbox (CRAFT), on September 11, 2024. This resource aims to assist technical assistance providers working with federal funding applicants and recipients in developing, applying for, and implementing climate-resilient investments. The website offers resources to help users consider climate adaptation and resilience throughout the process of applying for EPA funding opportunities.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
The inaugural U.S.-Nigeria Strategic Energy Dialogue, held on September 11-12, 2024, emphasized recent developments in bilateral energy cooperation between the two nations.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
Alexander Yuk Ching Ma, 71, of Honolulu, a former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) officer, was sentenced today to 10 years in prison for conspiring to gather and deliver national defense information to the People’s Republic of China (PRC).
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
On September 11, 2024, the House Appropriations Agriculture, Rural Development, and Food and Drug Administration Subcommittee and the House Agriculture Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture Subcommittee held a joint oversight hearing addressing severe food distribution shortages in Tribal and elderly communities.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
The following is a joint press release issued by the Deputy Secretary of State and EEAS Secretary General Sannino.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
Cameron Monte Smith, a citizen of Canada, has pleaded guilty to one count of destruction of an energy facility charged in the District of North Dakota and another count in the District of South Dakota.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
The Heritage Foundation has introduced a new tool and website, MyInflation.com, aimed at helping Americans evaluate the impact of inflation on their household finances. This initiative comes in response to what the organization describes as record inflation resulting from the Biden-Harris administration's economic policies.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved a rule adopted by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) aimed at reducing air pollution generated by warehouse operations in Southern California. This includes emissions from freight vehicle trips to and from warehouses.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
A Maryland man pleaded guilty yesterday to accepting cash bribes in exchange for helping acquaintances and their businesses procure and continue work on subcontracts with the IRS.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
Today, Heritage Foundation national security experts paid tribute to the victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks and urged the Biden-Harris administration to implement enhanced national security measures.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a reminder to residents of Louisiana to take precautionary measures in anticipation of Hurricane Francine.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned three individuals, five companies, and two vessels involved in smuggling oil and liquified petroleum gas (LPG) to generate revenue for Hizballah. This network, comprising Lebanese businessmen and companies overseen by a senior leader of Hizballah’s finance team, has facilitated numerous LPG shipments to the Government of Syria, channeling profits to Hizballah. These operations generate significant revenue for Hizballah and support its terrorist activities.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
The U.S. Department of Education announced additional details regarding the upcoming beta testing periods for the 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). Starting today, high schools, community-based organizations (CBOs), institutions of higher education, and state entities can submit interest forms to participate in subsequent stages of the testing period. These stages include Beta 2, launching in mid-October; Beta 3, starting in early November; and Beta 4, beginning in mid-November.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
Today, Deputy Secretary Wally Adeyemo and Deputy Assistant Secretary Todd Conklin met with Bank Policy Institute leaders and Chief Executive Officers to discuss cybersecurity and the operational resilience of the broader financial sector. The group discussed opportunities to continue to scale Treasury’s Project Fortress to leverage the support of larger institutions and federal government assets to provide support to smaller financial institutions. The group also discussed ongoing public/private partnership work specific to bolstering the resilience of critical federal...
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III announced today that the president has made the following nominations:
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the most extensive update to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards in over three decades. This update includes 90 new or revised standards aimed at modernizing manufactured home features, increasing consumer demand, and expanding America's affordable housing supply.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
Secretary Antony J. Blinken addressed civil society representatives in Kyiv, Ukraine, on September 11, 2024. The meeting took place at O’Panas and was part of his official visit to the country.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 11, 2024
Today, while visiting Kyiv, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken announced more than $700 million in new assistance to support Ukraine and its people against Russia’s war of aggression. This assistance will support Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, provide vital humanitarian aid for Ukrainian internally displaced persons and refugees, and support demining operations that are preventing civilian casualties, restoring civilian infrastructure, and facilitating the safe delivery of humanitarian aid.
