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By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Ben Cardin (D-Md.) have introduced a bipartisan resolution emphasizing the significance of the U.S.-Senegal relationship and urging the Senegalese government to hold free, fair, transparent, and inclusive elections on February 25, 2024.Ranking Member Risch expressed concerns about the political climate in Senegal, stating, "Though president Sall's commitment not to seek an unconstitutional third term was widely applauded, I remain concerned about closing political space, repression of the political opposition, and lack of...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
Washington, DC - Senator Joe Manchin, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, has requested a legal opinion from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) regarding the guidance issued by the U.S. Department of the Treasury for implementing section 30D of the Inflation Reduction Act. In a letter to the GAO, Senator Manchin expressed concerns about the Treasury Department's recent guidance on the Clean Vehicle Tax Credit, specifically its impact on American taxpayers and the country's reliance on foreign nations for battery and vehicle...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
Veteran service organizations (VSO) play a crucial role in supporting veterans as they transition back to civilian life and take care of military families. These organizations provide a community that honors the sacrifices made by veterans during their time in the armed forces. However, under current law, donations to VSOs are not tax-exempt if more than 10 percent of their membership are not classified as "wartime veterans."This unfair distinction has a particularly negative impact on VSOs that serve veterans of recent wars, such as those who have served in Iraq and...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
Today, Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) expressed her strong opposition to the Raise the Wage Act of 2023, following the release of a Congressional Budget Office (CBO) report. In her statement, Foxx criticized the proposed legislation, calling it a "bureaucrat's daydream" that would have detrimental effects on the American economy.Foxx stated, "Bad ideas take their first breath in the Democrat-controlled Senate—that much is clear. S. 2488 might have a glossy exterior and a poll-tested title, but it’s nothing more than a bureaucrat’s...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
Today, the Education and the Workforce Committee, led by Chairwoman Virginia Foxx, expressed its disappointment with Education Secretary Miguel Cardona for delaying rulemaking that would protect Jewish students from antisemitism on college campuses. The Department's decision to postpone the implementation of President Trump's Executive Order on Combating Anti-Semitism, which was expected this month, has drawn criticism from the Committee.In a letter addressed to Secretary Cardona, the lawmakers stated, "This is particularly egregious in the face of increased anti-Jewish...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
WASHINGTON - Virginia Foxx, Chairwoman of the Education and the Workforce Committee, has criticized President Biden's final rule implementing Executive Order 14063. According to Foxx, this rule benefits union bosses at the expense of American workers, contractors, and taxpayers. Foxx stated, "Whenever union bosses call President Biden to do their bidding, he picks up on the first ring." She argues that the rule, which promotes project labor agreements on federal construction projects, is lopsided and unfair.Foxx further expressed her concern that the rule excludes...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
On Friday, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) announced that the Interstate Bridge Replacement (IBR) Program will receive a $600 million federal grant to replace the I-5 Bridge connecting Portland, Oregon, and Southwest Washington. The grant comes from the Department of Transportation's Mega program, which was authored by Sen. Cantwell to fund large and complex transportation projects that drive regional and national economies.Sen. Cantwell expressed her satisfaction with the funding, stating, "Today marks a mega win for the State of Washington: Finally, the...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
Washington, D.C. - House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Communications and Technology Subcommittee Chair Bob Latta, along with 14 other committee Republicans, have expressed their concerns to Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information Alan Davidson regarding the National Telecommunications and Information Administration's (NTIA) decision to allow states to regulate broadband rates under the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program.In a letter addressed to Assistant Secretary Davidson, the committee...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
U.S. Senator Tom Carper and a group of senators are calling on the Biden administration to expand access to the 30C Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit. The credit, which was extended in the Inflation Reduction Act, provides billions of dollars for eligible refueling infrastructure investments.The senators are urging the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service to finalize guidance and expand eligibility for the tax credit. They argue that the current threshold is too restrictive and propose recommendations that would cover an...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 15, 2023
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) has issued subpoenas to financial giants BlackRock and State Street Global Advisors as part of the committee's investigation into the sufficiency of current antitrust laws in addressing collusive agreements to promote and adopt left-wing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.The committee had previously reached out to BlackRock and State Street on July 6, 2023, requesting documents and communications related to how these companies advance ESG policies, among other important information. While both companies...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 15, 2023
Yesterday, the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee leaders sent a letter to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Director Laurie Locascio, emphasizing the significance of careful consideration in funding research on artificial intelligence (AI) safety. The letter specifically addressed the establishment of the Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute (AISI) at NIST, which was mandated by President Biden's October 30 Artificial Intelligence Executive Order.In the letter, the committee members highlighted the importance of NIST awarding...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 15, 2023
House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) is calling for more information from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) after comments from undisclosed Biden Administration authors in documents obtained by the Committee raise concerns about the viability of proposed power plant emissions standards.According to the documents, Biden Administration officials provided comments on an internal draft of the EPA's new proposed power plant emissions standards, casting doubt on whether the EPA's proposed rule is achievable and cost-effective....
By Federal Newswire | Dec 15, 2023
Washington, D.C. – The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently released its 2023 Annual Homeless Assessment Report, revealing a staggering 12% increase in homelessness compared to the previous year. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, expressed her concern over the rising crisis and emphasized the need for strengthened federal efforts to address the issue."This report makes clear what so many of us already recognize: homelessness is a crisis in every part of our country that is getting worse, and it’s critical we...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 15, 2023
U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging Chairman Bob Casey (D-PA) recently held a hearing to address the growing crisis of substance use disorders (SUDs) among older adults. The hearing, titled "Understanding a Growing Crisis: Substance Use Trends Among Older Adults," aimed to shed light on the increasing rates of SUDs among this demographic, as well as the gaps in coverage and access to treatment and recovery.During the hearing, Senator Casey emphasized the need for policy solutions to address this issue. He highlighted his FEND Off Fentanyl Act, which aims to crack down...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 15, 2023
The Department of Interior (DOI) has released its final five-year offshore oil and gas leasing plan, and it is being heavily criticized for its devastating impact on American jobs and innovation. The plan, which is a year and a half late, contains the fewest lease sales in the history of the program, dealing a huge blow to American energy production and national security.In response to the plan, House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) expressed his dismay, stating, "The Biden administration’s plan to eliminate American energy production,...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 15, 2023
In a recent hearing of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Oversight, members discussed the alarming lack of transparency surrounding the influence of money from foreign nationals on the American political system. The focus was on how nonprofit organizations, specifically 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations, can funnel millions of dollars from foreign donors into the political system without any trace. This loophole allows foreign nationals to potentially manipulate American elections through tax-exempt charities.One example highlighted during the hearing involved a...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 15, 2023
Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) expressed her concerns about the Department of Labor's (DOL) proposed rulemaking on registered apprenticeship regulations. Foxx criticized the DOL for succumbing to pressure from leftist mobs and implementing woke policies.Foxx stated, "It’s no secret that DOL has been trained like a dog to sit, shake, and roll over on command by leftist mobs. Look no further than the Department’s 779-page notice of proposed rulemaking that’s chock full of pandering buzzwords like ‘equity’ and ‘inclusion’ – telltale...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 15, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito from West Virginia has recently announced a significant funding allocation for the Chaplin Hill Gateway Project. The project, which aims to improve traffic, enhance safety, and upgrade core transportation infrastructure in Monongalia County, will receive a total of $54,320,000 through the Mega Grant Program of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.Capito, who serves as the Ranking Member of the Environment and Public Works Committee, expressed her satisfaction with the funding and highlighted the positive impact it...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 15, 2023
Senator Joe Manchin, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, has announced that the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection will receive $37,791,464 in grant funding. The funding, provided through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Methane Emissions Reduction Program, aims to reduce methane emissions from low-producing oil and gas wells in the state.The grant funding is made possible by Chairman Manchin's Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which seeks to improve the health and safety...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 15, 2023
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, has issued a statement applauding the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to sustainable aviation fuel. The administration's announcement allows for the use of the Greenhouse Gases, Regulated Emissions, and Energy Use in Transportation (GREET) model to measure lifecycle emissions from sustainable aviation fuels.In her statement, Chairwoman Stabenow expresses her enthusiasm for the announcement, calling it "great news" and an "important step" towards reducing the...
