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Jacobs-Young: USDA scientist's 'pioneering research has improved the way we grow food'
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A U.S. Department of Agriculture scientist has been named a finalist for a Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medal for his research to protect water quality and aquatic life from pollutants in agricultural runoff.


Sams: First black, female park police chief retires after '24 years of loyal and faithful service'
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U.S. Park Police Chief Pamela A. Smith announced her retirement April 8, with her last official day of service April 30.


Biden admin nominates Geoffrey Pyatt as Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources
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President Joe Biden recently announced his intention to appoint Geoffrey Pyatt as Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources.


Biden admin nominates Michael Gonzales as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Republic of Zambia
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President Joe Biden recently announced his intention to appoint Michael Gonzales as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Zambia.


Biden Admin Nominates Michael Ratney, as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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President Joe Biden recently announced his intention to appoint Michael Ratney as U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.





Middlebrook: Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway employees honored for 'exceptional achievements'
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Employees from the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway were honored at the 54th Annual Department of Transportation Secretary’s Awards Ceremony.


Malcolm: Newest Port of San Diego commissioner has 'expertise in renewable energy'
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The Port of San Diego swore in a new commissioner to represent the city of San Diego March 16.


Rugwell: Bureau of Land Management to honor Wesley Hipke for efforts 'to create aquifer-recharge sites across the Eastern Snake Plain'
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During the Public Lands Foundation board meeting March 31, the group and the U.S. Bureau of Land Management honored the achievements of Wesley Hipke, who oversees the Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer in Boise.


Biden: Dettelbach is 'ready on day one to lead' as director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
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President Joe Biden nominated Steve Dettelbach to be director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives April 11.


Biden admin nominates Robert Godec, as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Kingdom of Thailand
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President Joe Biden announced his intention to nominate Robert Godec as U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of Thailand.


Buttigieg: FAA appoints Billy Nolen as acting administrator due to 'extensive expertise in aviation'
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The U.S. Department of Transportation announced Billy Nolen will serve as the acting Federal Aviation Administrator following the departure of current administrator Steve Dickson.


State Department: Paid internships to 'expand opportunities for students of all backgrounds'
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The U.S. Department of State is now accepting applications until April 12 or once 1,000 students have applied for its paid internship program, set to begin in fall 2022.


Biden admin nominates Dean Thompson as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Nepal
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President Joe Biden recently announced his intention to appoint Dean R. Thompson as U.S. Ambassador to Nepal.


Biden admin nominates Puneet Talwar, as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Kingdom of Morocco
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President Joe Biden announced his intention to nominate Puneet Talwar as U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of Morocco.


Biden admin nominates Timmy Davis, as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the State of Qatar
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President Joe Biden announced his intention to nominate Timmy Davis as U.S. Ambassador to the State of Qatar.


Biden admin nominates Candace Bond, as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
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On March 18, 2022, President Joe Biden announced his intention to nominate Candace Bond as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.


Biden administration nominates Durakoglu, of New Jersey, as assistant secretary of state
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President Joe Biden nominated Naz Durakoglu Monday to be assistant secretary of state for Legislative Affairs, the White House said.