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U.S. House Committee on Homeland Security announces Sept. 18 hearing
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
The House Committee on Homeland Security will hold a hearing on September 18 at 10 a.m. Eastern time, titled "A Country Without Borders: How the Biden-Harris Open-Borders Policies Have Undermined Our Safety and Security," according to a September 12 news release from the committee.
Suspect charged with firearms offenses at Trump International Golf Course
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, of Hawaii, has been charged by a criminal complaint in the Southern District of Florida with firearms charges related to an incident at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach on September 15.
Biden Administration announces new grants for recycling infrastructure
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
The Biden Administration has announced the availability of $117 million in grants aimed at advancing recycling infrastructure and preventing food waste. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revealed these funding opportunities as part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, facilitated by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Swiss government approves data privacy framework for U.S.-Swiss transfers
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo issued a statement regarding Switzerland's adequacy decision on the Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF).
Biden-Harris Administration announces first offshore wind lease sale in Gulf Of Maine
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
The Department of the Interior announced it will hold an offshore wind energy lease sale on October 29, 2024, for eight areas on the Outer Continental Shelf off Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine. If fully developed, these areas have a potential capacity of approximately 13 gigawatts of clean offshore wind energy, which could power more than 4.5 million homes. This announcement follows the Department’s recent approval of more than 15 gigawatts of clean energy from offshore wind projects since the start of the Biden-Harris administration—equivalent to half of the capacity...
DeFi chief legal officer: Crypto enforcement actions 'have not accomplished any policy objectives or resulted in any kind of clarity'
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
Amanda Tuminelli, Chief Legal Officer of the DeFi Education Fund, said that the current regulatory landscape for the U.S. crypto industry lacks clarity and is pushing innovation offshore. Tuminelli shared her statement during a Sept. 10 Congressional hearing.
Two men sentenced for destroying wetlands including Jobos Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
On Friday, Sept. 13, two Puerto Rican men were sentenced for their destruction, removal, and filling of protected wetlands in Puerto Rico in violation of the Clean Water Act.
United States reaches agreement with COBB Tuning Products for Clean Air Act violations
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
The Justice Department and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced a settlement agreement with COBB Tuning Products to resolve claims related to the manufacture and sale of automotive emission defeat devices in violation of the Clean Air Act. The settlement requires COBB to pay a civil penalty of just over $2.9 million, based on the company’s limited ability to pay, and to cease the manufacture and sale of defeat devices.
Gatestone Institute board of governors member: China ‘made a strategic decision to allow their fentanyl operations to continue’
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
Lawrence Kadish, a member of the board of governors for the Gatestone Institute, said that the level of surveillance in China indicates that the government is allowing its fentanyl exports to continue. Kadish shared his statement in a September 11 commentary.
Sen. Van Hollen: ‘dissent has been all but outlawed’ in Hong Kong
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) said that his Hong Kong Autonomy Act contains tools that could be used to counter attacks on freedom of the press in Hong Kong. Van Hollen shared his statement in an August 29 post on X.
NRF announces list honoring top influencers shaping retail's future
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
The NRF Foundation today announced the honorees of The List of People Shaping Retail’s Future 2025, a group of retail leaders who will be celebrated at the 10th annual NRF Foundation Honors in New York City in January.
The White House announces actions targeting de minimus exemption abuse
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced new measures to enforce U.S. laws and protect Americans by addressing the significant increase in the abuse of the de minimis exemption, particularly focusing on China-founded e-commerce platforms and shipments that violate U.S. laws.
FTC sends $2.6 million in refunds over deceptive practices by FloatMe
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing more than $2.6 million in refunds to consumers affected by the deceptive practices of online cash advance provider FloatMe. The company had misled consumers with false promises of "free money" and discriminated against certain applicants for cash advances.
Biden-Harris administration awards funds to diversify educator workforce
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
The U.S. Department of Education announced today that it is awarding grants to eight Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) under the Augustus F. Hawkins Centers of Excellence Program (Hawkins) and the Minority Science and Engineering Improvement Program (MSEIP). Additionally, an award will be made to establish a National Technical Assistance Center to Diversify the Workforce Serving Children with Disabilities.
EPA’s 12th annual SepticSmart Week promotes proper septic system maintenance
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is collaborating with states, Tribes, and local partners to celebrate SepticSmart Week from September 16-20, 2024. This weeklong nationwide public education campaign aims to provide homeowners and renters with essential information about protecting public health and properly maintaining septic systems. The initiative targets the one-fifth of U.S. households that utilize onsite or small community cluster septic systems for wastewater treatment.
U.S. House passes Newhouse's Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) has issued a statement on the House of Representatives' passage of the Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act. Newhouse introduced the bill earlier this month.
Rep. Rose introduces Digital Global and Electronic Digital Assets Act
By Federal Newswire | Sep 16, 2024
U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) has introduced the Bridging Regulation and Innovation for Digital Global and Electronic Digital Assets Act.
Secretary Blinken congratulates El Salvador on its National Day
By Federal Newswire | Sep 15, 2024
On behalf of the United States of America, I convey my heartfelt congratulations to the people of El Salvador as they celebrate their Independence Day.
United States extends congratulations on Papua New Guinea National Day
By Federal Newswire | Sep 15, 2024
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my congratulations to the people of Papua New Guinea as you celebrate your National Day on September 16.
Secretary Blinken congratulates Costa Rica on its National Day
By Federal Newswire | Sep 15, 2024
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my warm congratulations to the people of Costa Rica on the 203rd anniversary of your independence.
