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A coalition of national civil rights organizations is urging Louisiana officials to consider mass clemency for death row inmates. The plea comes as these groups highlight the systemic racial biases and frequent errors that plague the state's death penalty system.

New research from the Atlantic Council and Atlantik-Brücke explores the dynamics of economic statecraft

New research from the Atlantic Council and Atlantik-Brücke explores the dynamics of economic statecraft, highlighting opportunities and the risks of using economic tools for foreign policy goals. The research, titled "Transatlantic Economic Statecraft: Different Approaches, Shared Risk," was published by the Atlantic Council GeoEconomics Center and Atlantik-Brücke on September 21.

John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act introduced by U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell

Rep. Terri Sewell has introduced the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act in the House, aiming to amend the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The bill, officially known as H.R. 14, seeks to restore and revitalize the Voting Rights Act and enhance protections against racial discrimination in voting and representation for voters of color.

Expanding mental health support to pre-kindergarten to grade 12 students

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DOE to allocate $325 million to fund long-duration energy storage projects with the goal of enhancing grid resilience and safeguarding American communities

On September 22, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced plans to invest $325 million in 15 projects aimed at accelerating the development of long-duration energy storage (LDES) technologies. The funding for these projects will come from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and will be implemented across 17 states and one tribal nation, according to a press release.

Abbott: 'President Biden’s continued refusal to secure our border invites thousands of illegal crossings into Texas and our nation each day'

Governor Abbott announces additional measures to combat illegal immigration, criticizes Biden administration's border policies

Green: 'This crisis has turned every state into a border state and every town into a border town'

Chairman Mark Green, MD (R-TN), delivered a scathing criticism of the Biden administration and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for their handling of the border crisis. Speaking at a hearing of the House Committee on Homeland Security, Green argued that their policies have not only failed to mitigate the crisis but have also "devastated the lives and livelihoods of Americans and migrants alike."

"As part of President Biden's investing in America strategy, the USDA introduces a program to assist agricultural companies and farmworkers with the goal of enhancing economic and supply chain resilience"

The Biden-Harris administration has announced a pilot program aimed at addressing workforce challenges faced by farmers and ranchers in the agricultural industry. The program, called the Farm Labor Stabilization and Protection Pilot Program, aims to enhance the resiliency of the food and agricultural supply chain by providing support to agricultural companies and farmworkers.

Green: ' proud to co-lead Senator Marco Rubio’s No Asylum for CCP Spies Act '

Last week, Tennessee Rep. Mark Green, Florida Senator Marco Rubio, and Texas Rep. Troy Nehls jointly introduced the "No Asylum for CCP Spies Act." Green expressed his pride in co-leading this act with Senator Rubio and Congressman Nehls, stating that it is a solution to protect national security from foreign individuals associated with totalitarian or communist parties.

Luetkemeyer: 'the CCP poses an immediate threat with long-lasting implications'

Missouri Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer has emphasized the significance of addressing the persistent threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to the United States. The CCP's actions jeopardize national security by attempting to breach military bases, and Luetkemeyer has actively advocated for and introduced several Acts aimed at countering the CCP's activities.

Hinson: 'There is a growing trend of persons working on behalf of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to obtain sensitive information'

By Federal Newswire | Sep 24, 2023

Iowa Rep. Ashley Hinson, a member of The Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), is collaborating with fellow committee members to request a briefing on the escalating national security threats posed by the CCP. This request follows recent reports that suggest the CCP has made over a hundred attempts to access sensitive sites and information in the United States.

Fitzgerald: 'proud to vote in Financial Services GOP to pass one of the strongest measures ever '

By Federal Newswire | Sep 24, 2023

On Wednesday, Wisconsin Rep. Scott Fitzgerald voiced his endorsement of and announced the approval of H.R. 760, known as the "Chinese Military and Surveillance Company Sanctions Act." Fitzgerald voted in favor of advancing the bill through the House Financial Services Committee, and it received unanimous approval.

On September 20, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced an extra $25 million investment to strengthen efforts to stop and minimize food loss and waste.

On September 20, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a $25 million investment to strengthen efforts in reducing food loss and waste. The funding, provided by the American Rescue Plan Act, was a collaboration between the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) and the Office of the Chief Economist of the USDA.

Renews Pioneering Partnership with The Coca-Cola Company to Restore Forests, Grasslands, and Watersheds was a USDA announcement made on September 19.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has renewed its partnership with The Coca-Cola Company in an effort to restore forests, grasslands, and watersheds across the country. The 10-year partnership aims to enhance watersheds on national forests and grasslands and has already made significant progress since its inception in 2013.

On September 19, the USDA released a new study on consumer kitchen behavior that highlights the significance of food safety education month.

A new study released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) during Food Safety Education Month sheds light on consumer kitchen behavior and the importance of food safety education. The study, conducted by the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) over a five-year period, reveals concerning trends in handwashing and the use of food thermometers among participants.

Swift Implementation of Inflation Reduction Act Funding Continues as USDA Observes Record Interest in Conservation and Clean Energy Programs, as reported on September 19.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has witnessed a surge in interest in conservation and clean energy programs funded by President Biden's Inflation Reduction Act. The act, which is part of President Biden's Investing in America plan, is the largest-ever investment in the fight against climate change.

U.S. Department of Commerce Contributes $690,604 for Elizabethtown, North Carolina, Infrastructure Improvements to Promote Business and Job Growth

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U.S. Department of Commerce Contributes $1.75 Million to Cass County, Indiana's Agribusiness Sector Expansion

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U.S. Department of Commerce Contributes $2 Million to Genesee County, Michigan Business Expansion Initiatives

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo has announced that Mundy Township, Michigan, will receive a $2 million grant from the Department's Economic Development Administration (EDA) for improvements to its road, sewer, and water infrastructure along an industrial and commercial corridor. The grant aims to support existing manufacturers, attract new private investment, and create jobs in manufacturing, technology, and healthcare sectors.

U.S. Department of Commerce Contributes $3 Million to Scooba, Mississippi Workforce Development Programs for Manufacturing and Industrial Services