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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.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 26, 2023
As Hamas continues to release hostages held in Gaza, U.S. officials called Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant to discuss the process. This phone call is a part of the diplomatic efforts aimed at facilitating hostage release and restoring peace.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 25, 2023
The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) announced that its Fall 2023 International Fellows Program in New York City ended with a closing session at NAIC’s Capital Markets & Investment Analysis Office. Eight regulators from five countries participated in the program to update their knowledge and engage in dialogue on industry topics. The program was aimed at enhancing international regulatory understanding through practical experience and professional development.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 22, 2023
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) and John Boozman (R-Ark.) have announced that the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry will hold a hearing to consider the nominations of Dr. Basil Ivanhoe Gooden and the Honorable Summer K. Mersinger.Dr. Basil Ivanhoe Gooden has been nominated to be the Under Secretary of Agriculture for Rural Development, while the Honorable Summer K. Mersinger has been nominated to be a Commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.The hearing is scheduled to take place on Thursday, November 30,...
By Federal Newswire | Nov 21, 2023
Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) introduced the Stop Arming Cartels Act, legislation that attempts to limit firearms trafficking from the U.S. to Mexico. The bill was announced in a press release on Sept. 26, and said the bill is focused on curbing the firearms which fall into the hands of the drug cartels.This piece of legislation aims to address weak gun laws that have enabled a rampant firearms trade, fueling violence and criminal activities across borders.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 20, 2023
In a recent subcommittee hearing, witnesses testified about the importance of modern land management techniques, forest health and national security. The discussion revolved around various bills targeting forest management, wildfire combat strategies, national security enhancement, accessibility expansion, and research into emergency technologies.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 16, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) has issued a subpoena to Bank of America (BoA) for documents and communications related to an investigation into major banks sharing Americans' private financial data with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) without legal process for transactions made in the Washington, D.C., area around January 6, 2021.This move comes after it was revealed that in 2021, Bank of America provided the FBI with a list of individuals who made transactions in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area using a BoA credit or debit card between...
