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By Federal Newswire | Nov 30, 2023
During 2023, the Department of Veterans Affairs has been successful in housing more than 38,000 homeless veterans. This significant achievement is part of President Biden's broader Utility Agenda that emphasizes veteran support.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 30, 2023
The American Institute of CPAs® (AICPA®) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants® (CIMA®), functioning as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, announced their strategic partnership with Shanghai Advanced Institute of Finance (SAIF) at Shanghai Jiao Tong University through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The signed MOU intends to promote collaboration in education, professional development, certifications, academic exchanges and research in China's finance and accounting sectors.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 30, 2023
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, expressed her support for the nominations of Dr. Basil Ivanhoe Gooden and Summer K. Mersinger during a hearing. Dr. Gooden has been nominated to be the Under Secretary of Agriculture for Rural Development, while Commissioner Mersinger has been nominated for a second term as a Commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.Stabenow emphasized the nominees' understanding of the needs of farmers, ranchers, and rural communities, as both of them were raised on...
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
In November, the Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index® ticked up to 102.0 (1985=100) from 99.1 in October, halting a three-month downward trend. This significant rise signifies an end to a period of increasing uncertainty among consumers, despite some indicators suggesting that economic troubles could be on the horizon.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
Seven Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) across the country were awarded a total of $25 million in Housing Mobility-Related Services, according to an announcement from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This announcement is part of HUD's ongoing initiative to expand housing options for families with children.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan and House Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer have requested transcribed interviews with Blue Star Strategies' Chief Executive Officer Karen Tramontano and Chief Operating Officer Sally Painter. The Committees have obtained information suggesting that Blue Star Strategies was involved in the arrangement between Hunter Biden and Burisma.In a letter addressed to Karen Tramontano, Chairman Jordan and Chairman Comer stated, "The information available to the Committees suggests that Blue Star...
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
Washington - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, has praised the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) new Regional Agriculture Promotion Program (RAPP) for providing $300 million in its first year to support trade promotion for American farmers and businesses. The funding is part of a $1.2 billion investment in trade promotion through the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC), as requested by Stabenow and Ranking Member John Boozman (R-AR). This investment builds upon existing USDA trade promotion...
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) has issued subpoenas for former Biden White House officials Andrew Slavitt and Robert Flaherty. The subpoenas were issued as part of an investigation by the Committee and the Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government into the extent of the Executive Branch's involvement in censoring speech.According to documents obtained by the Committee and Select Subcommittee, Slavitt and Flaherty played a central role in communicating the Biden White House's censorship efforts to social media companies. This...
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow has expressed her disappointment following a decision by the USMCA dispute settlement panel regarding Canada's dairy tariff-rate quota (TRQ) allocation measures. The panel ruled in favor of Canada, which has fallen short on its dairy market access commitments under the USMCA.In a statement, Chairwoman Stabenow stated, "I am deeply disappointed by the decision of the USMCA panel on Canada's dairy TRQ allocations. Canada continues to fall short on the dairy market access commitments it made in...
By Federal Newswire | Nov 28, 2023
A new government subsidiary has been established, and will team up with private companies, to enhance the U.S. supply chain. This initiative is a part of the Biden Administration's strategy to strengthen national security and economic resilience.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 28, 2023
Calling the decision to remove mineral deposits in and around the Superior National Forest "disastrous", the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigation, the House Committee on Natural Resources, and the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources sought answers from Interior Secretary Deb Haaland and Tracy Stone Manning, Director of the Bureau of Land Management in a letter. This heated conversation was sparked by an issue involving environmental conservation versus economic progress.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 28, 2023
The ongoing ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has led to hopes that all hostages will be released. This comes as high-ranking US officials engage in diplomatic discussions with Israeli representatives.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 28, 2023
A national ice cream manufacturer will pay $115,849 to settle claims by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that it violated federal laws regulating the handling and storage of ammonia at its facility in Suffield, Conn. The settlement arises from a violation of the Clean Air Act's chemical accident prevention regulations, which puts public health and safety at risk.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 28, 2023
Negotiations have begun on a joint effort towards space cooperation, announced by the United States of America and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia governments. This collaboration aims to enhance the exploration and use of outer space for peaceful purposes.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 27, 2023
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg recently announced the launch of an initiative to oversee the maintenance and improvement of the nation’s freight network and supply chains as part of the inaugural meeting of the White House Council on Supply Chain Resilience. This initiative comes in response to increasing concerns over supply chain issues, aiming to streamline operations and lower costs for American consumers.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 27, 2023
Canada, the United States and other countries have set aggressive goals with short deadlines in their mandates for electric vehicles. But, according to a new report by the Fraser Institute, the sudden transition to EVs will require a significant increase in mining, which raises doubt on whether these mandates can be met on time.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 27, 2023
British Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced in his Autumn Statement on Nov. 22 that writing off the full cost of qualifying plant and machinery investment will be made permanent. This is good policy, according to an analysis published by the Tax Foundation, a non-partisan tax policy nonprofit. It would lift investor confidence and boost the United Kingdom's overall economy. This measure follows a series of changes implemented by the UK government to enhance its cost recovery provisions.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 26, 2023
The U.S. Housing of Urban Development (HUD) has revealed new actions in order to address the root causes of health disparities and foster interagency collaboration to ensure that all Americans can live a healthier life. This new approach, with the aid of HUD programs, is set to improve the country's social determinants of health through innovative initiatives.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 26, 2023
U.S. Department of Education (EDU) Secretary Miguel Cardona recently took to Twitter to tout an educational program he believes will eliminate educator shortages and advance strategies that will strengthen and diversify the country’s educator pipeline. The said program, "Raise the Bar: Lead the World", is projected to empower communities through comprehensive education from pre-kindergarten all the way to postsecondary learning.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 26, 2023
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) recently issued a press release voicing their support for International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. This move forms part of their broader commitment to counteract violence against women worldwide through various initiatives and programs.
