News from September 2024
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
Since taking office, the Biden-Harris administration has delivered almost $170 billion in student loan debt relief to 4.76 million borrowers. These discharges fulfill promises made by existing programs that frequently left borrowers in limbo.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor has recovered $141,262 in back wages and damages for 28 workers employed by Solid Care Home Health Inc., a Dallas-area home healthcare provider. The recovery follows an investigation by the Department's Wage and Hour Division, which found that the company had violated the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
Mesa, Ariz. — Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced today that the Apache trout, Arizona’s state fish, will be removed from the federal list of endangered and threatened wildlife after more than five decades of recovery efforts. The collaborative conservation initiative involved federal, state, and Tribal partners and was supported by $5.1 million from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda.
By K. R. Nelson | Sep 4, 2024
American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) Vice President Bob Passmore stated that if lawmakers prioritize legislation addressing "legal system abuse," such as undisclosed third-party litigation funding, they could curb rising car insurance costs.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided a readout of a phone call between Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Philippine Secretary of National Defense Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on September 4, 2024.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Affairs Dr. Ely Ratner met with Japanese Parliamentary Vice-Minister of Defense Miyake Shingo at the Pentagon to advance key alliance modernization priorities. This meeting follows the successful U.S.-Japan Security Consultative Committee (2+2) Meeting held on July 28 in Tokyo.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
The U.S. Department of State announced three measures aimed at countering Russian influence and interference in the 2024 U.S. elections. These actions are part of a coordinated effort with the Department of the Treasury and other government agencies.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
SAN FRANCISCO — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has added Afterthought Mine near Bella Vista in Shasta County, California, to the Superfund National Priorities List (NPL). This list identifies sites across the United States and its territories where historic releases of hazardous substances pose significant threats to human health and the environment.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
On September 4, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $23.8 million in Small Watershed grants to support restoration efforts in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. Of this funding, $11.6 million is sourced from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), while $9.3 million comes from regular annual appropriations. The program is administered by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) through a grant from EPA’s Chesapeake Bay Program Office.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
A new study by Yann Padova and Sebastian Thess, commissioned by the Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA Europe), was released today: "The AIA Code of Practice – Opportunities & Challenges."
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
An indictment charging Russian nationals Kostiantyn Kalashnikov, 31, also known as Kostya, and Elena Afanasyeva, 27, also known as Lena, with conspiracy to violate the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) and conspiracy to commit money laundering was unsealed today in the Southern District of New York. Kalashnikov and Afanasyeva are at large.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
The Stimson Center has announced the addition of conflict, mediation, and governance expert Steve Ross as a Senior Fellow. This appointment aims to enhance the think tank's expertise on the Indo-Pacific region, with a particular emphasis on the crisis in Myanmar and its effects on neighboring Bangladesh.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke by phone today with Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba to thank him for his leadership of Ukraine’s foreign policy through historic challenges, particularly as the world rallied around Ukraine’s defense following Russia’s full-scale invasion. The Secretary expressed his gratitude for the close partnership between the two countries and reiterated the United States’ enduring support for the people of Ukraine as they defend themselves, their homeland, and their freedom from Russia’s aggression.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
The Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced today that Verkada Inc., a cloud-based security company headquartered in San Mateo, California, has agreed to a settlement requiring it to pay a $2.95 million civil penalty and implement extensive data security measures. This settlement resolves allegations that Verkada violated the Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography and Marketing (CAN-SPAM) Act and engaged in unfair and deceptive practices in violation of the Federal Trade Commission Act.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
A generic pharmaceutical manufacturer, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc. USA (Glenmark), located in Mahwah, New Jersey, has agreed to pay $25 million, based on its ability to pay, to resolve its alleged liability under the False Claims Act for conspiring to fix the price of a generic drug.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor has secured a summary judgment in federal court to recover over $1 million in back wages and liquidated damages for 193 employees of a Pennsylvania home care agency. The agency, WiCare Home Care Agency LLC, and its owner, Luis Hernandez, were found to have failed to pay the required minimum and overtime wages.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today the proposed addition of the Exide Technologies – Vernon site in Vernon, California, to the Superfund National Priorities List (NPL). The NPL identifies sites across the United States and its territories where historic releases of hazardous substances pose significant threats to human health and the environment.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
The Department of State announced measures to counter Russia's election interference and foreign malign influence operations. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken stated on September 4, 2024, that the Department is implementing three steps to counter Kremlin-backed media outlets' operations aimed at influencing or interfering in the 2024 U.S. elections.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
A motocross instructor who mentored children was sentenced today to 40 years in prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release, and ordered to pay at least $193,500 in restitution for sexually exploiting numerous children.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 4, 2024
Jeanette Quick, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Financial Institutions Policy at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, addressed attendees at the 2024 AAPISTRONG Annual Conference on September 4, 2024. In her remarks, she expressed gratitude to National ACE President and CEO Chiling Tong for her leadership and partnership as a member of the Treasury Advisory Council on Racial Equity.
