East Tennessee State University: Exploring AI's Impact on Instructional Design
JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, April 1 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news:
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Exploring AI's impact on instructional design
As the usage of artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more common in the workplace, a team of researchers - including one from East Tennessee State University - explored the impact generative AI has had on the field of instructional design.
The study was led by Dr. Tian Luo of Old Dominion University. ETSU's Dara Young, a faculty member in the Col more
George Mason Launches Virginia's First Public Master's Degree in AI
FAIRFAX, Virginia, April 1 -- George Mason University issued the following campus news:
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George Mason launches Virginia's first public master's degree in AI
By Nathan Kahl
George Mason University will offer a master of science in artificial intelligence (AI) starting this fall, becoming Virginia's first public university to offer a stand-alone master's degree in this field.
Recently approved by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV), the degree will equip the next g more
IDC Predicts: By 2027, 45% of Asia/Pacific* Organizations Will Adopt Performance-Intensive Infrastructure to Accelerate Insights for AI and Analytics
NEEDHAM, Massachusetts, April 1 -- International Data Corp., a provider of market intelligence and advisory services, issued the following news release:
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IDC Predicts: By 2027, 45% of Asia/Pacific/* Organizations Will Adopt Performance-Intensive Infrastructure to Accelerate Insights for AI and Analytics
SINGAPORE, 31 March 2025 - IDC predicts that, by 2027, 45% of A2000 organizations will adopt performance-intensive, software-driven, scale-out storage infrastructure and unified data mana more
Purdue Computer Science PhD Student in Indianapolis Thrives Using AI to Model Human Cognition and Learning
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, April 1 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Purdue computer science PhD student in Indianapolis thrives using AI to model human cognition and learning
INDIANAPOLIS -- As a Purdue University master's degree student in electrical and computer engineering in West Lafayette, Karen D'Souza was impressed by the depth and breadth of the research offered through the university's Department of Computer Science. So much so that D'Souza was convinced to more
Reps. Obernolte, Beyer Introduce Bipartisan CREATE AI Act to Expand Access to Artificial Intelligence Research Tools
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- Rep. Jay Obernolte, R-California, issued the following news release:
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Reps. Obernolte, Beyer introduce bipartisan CREATE AI Act to expand access to artificial intelligence research tools
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representatives Jay Obernolte (R-CA) and Don Beyer (D-VA) introduced H.R. 2385, the Creating Resources for Every American To Experiment with Artificial Intelligence Act of 2025, or the CREATE AI Act, legislation that would establish the National Artificial Intell more
White House AI Chief Bruce Reed to Head Common Sense AI
SAN FRANCISCO, California, April 1 -- Common Sense Media issued the following news release on March 31, 2025:
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White House AI Chief Bruce Reed to Head Common Sense AI
Leading policy strategist and "AI Whisperer" returns to Common Sense Media to champion AI safety for children and families
SAN FRANCISCO, March 31, 2025 -- Common Sense Media, the leading nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology, today announced the appointment more
Cornell to help revamp Chattanooga public transit with AI power
ITHACA, New York, March 31 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Cornell to help revamp Chattanooga public transit with AI power
Cornell researchers are helping to transform portions of the Chattanooga, Tennessee, transit system into a seamless, artificial intelligence-powered network where buses, shuttles, electric cars and bikes work together to provide the most efficient routes - all at the push of a button.
The project, "AI-Powered Autonomy-Aware Neighborhood Mobility Z more
Reps. Obernolte, Beyer introduce bipartisan CREATE AI Act to expand access to artificial intelligence research tools
WASHINGTON, March 31 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Reps. Obernolte, Beyer introduce bipartisan CREATE AI Act to expand access to artificial intelligence research tools
Representatives Jay Obernolte (R-CA) and Don Beyer (D-VA) introduced H.R. 2385, the Creating Resources for Every American To Experiment with Artificial Intelligence Act of 2025, or the CREATE AI Act, legislation that would establish the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource more
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Congressional Budget Office: 'Long-Term Budget Outlook - 2025 to 2055' (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, March 28 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Budget Office issued the following report on March 27, 2025, entitled "The Long-Term Budget Outlook - 2025 to 2055:"
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Chapter 2: Spending and Revenues
Overview
In the Congressional Budget Office's projections, which reflect the assumption that current laws governing taxes and spending generally remain unchanged, total federal outlays equal 23.3 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2025, remain near th more
'Navy Shipboard Lasers - Background & Issues for Congress' Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44175) on March 26, 2025, entitled "Navy Shipboard Lasers: Background and
Issues for Congress" by naval affairs specialist Ronald O'Rourke.
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Summary
This report provides background information and issues for Congress on shipboard solid state lasers (SSLs) that the Navy is developing for surface-ship self-defense. The Navy's proposed FY2025 budget requests continued research a more
'Navy Shipboard Lasers - Background & Issues for Congress' Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44175) on March 26, 2025, entitled "Navy Shipboard Lasers - Background and
Issues for Congress:"
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ODIN
Overview
Optical Dazzler Interdictor Navy (ODIN) systems have been installed on eight Arleigh Burke (DDG-51) class destroyers. Figure 10 and Figure 11 reportedly show an ODIN system. The first ODIN installation reportedly was done on the destroyer Dewey (DDG-105) more
Effluent Limitation Guidelines for Steam Electric Power Plants Topic of In Focus White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12705) on March 26, 2025, by environmental policy specialist Laura Gatz.
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Effluent Limitation Guidelines (ELGs) for Steam Electric Power Plants
Overview
The Clean Water Act (CWA) prohibits the discharge of pollutants from any point source into "waters of the United States" without a permit. Thus, industrial and other facilities that discharge to waters of the U more
Overview of Recent Fiscal Spending Projections Topic of Insight White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12535) on March 26, 2025, by economic policy analyst D. Andrew Austin.
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Overview of Recent Fiscal Spending Projections
This brief summarizes projections for major components of the federal budget from the January 2025 Congressional Budget Office (CBO) budget outlook and the Biden Administration FY2025 budget submission issued in March 2024. The FY2026 budget subm more
Russia's War Against Ukraine - Ceasefire Talks & Related Issues Topic of Insight White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12534) on March 26, 2025, by Russian and European affairs specialists Andrew S. Bowen and Cory Welt.
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Russia's War Against Ukraine: Ceasefire Talks and Related Issues
Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. More than three years later, Russia and Ukraine remain engaged in Europe's largest war in scope and scale since World War II. With more
U.S. Egg Production & Retail Prices Topic of In Focus White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12949) on March 26, 2025, by agricultural policy analyst Lia Biondo.
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U.S. Egg Production and Retail Prices
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. national average retail price of eggs per dozen hit an all-time high of $5.90 in February 2025 (Figure 1). Experts attribute this in part to an outbreak of a highly contagious and deadly viral dise more
U.S.-Canada Relations Amid Tariffs Under International Emergency Economic Powers Act Topic of Insight White Paper From CRS Report
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12533) on March 25, 2025, by Peter J. Meyer, Latin American and Canadian affairs specialist and Kyla H. Kitamura, international trade and finance analyst:
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U.S.-Canada Relations amid Tariffs Under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act
On February 1, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued Executive Order (E.O.) 14193, stating that "the failure of Canada to do more" to addre more
'Federal Disaster Assistance for Businesses - Summaries & Policy Options' Topic in Congressional Research Service Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47631) on March 25, 2025, entitled "Federal Disaster Assistance for Businesses: Summaries and Policy Options" by economic development policy analyst Julie M. Lawhorn and American national government specialist Bruce R. Lindsay.
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Following natural disasters and other emergencies, businesses often face damage to property, inventory, and other assets. Businesses may also more
'Federal Disaster Assistance for Businesses - Summaries & Policy Options' Topic in Congressional Research Service Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47631) on March 25, 2025, entitled "Federal Disaster Assistance for Businesses - Summaries and Policy Options:"
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Department of Commerce
The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) includes the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), which administers disaster assistance to fishing communities and fishing-related businesses, such as marinas, recrea more
'FY2025 Appropriations Status - In Brief' Topic in Congressional Research Service Report
WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48176) on March 25, 2025, entitled "FY2025 Appropriations Status: In Brief" by Megan S. Lynch and James V. Saturno, Congress and legislative process specialists.
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SUMMARY
Each year, Congress makes decisions about appropriations to provide discretionary funding for a broad range of government activities related to defense, transportation, education, the environment, ho more
Army's Self-Propelled Howitzer Modernization Program Topic of In Focus White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12772) on March 25, 2025, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert.
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The Army's Self-Propelled Howitzer Modernization (SPH-M) Program
Background
The Army's current self-propelled artillery system, the M109 Paladin, first entered service in the 1960s and has been upgraded numerous times. The Army has two types of artillery: self-propelled, a more
Federal Regional Commissions & Authorities - Administrative Expenses Topic of In Focus White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12165) on March 25, 2025, by economic development policy analyst Julie M. Lawhorn.
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Federal Regional Commissions and Authorities: Administrative Expenses
Federal regional commissions and authorities (hereinafter regional commissions) are congressionally chartered, federal-state partnerships that seek to address economic distress in their designated regi more
Federal Regional Commissions & Authorities - Overview of Structure & Activities Topic of In Focus White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11140) on March 25, 2025, by economic development policy analyst Julie M. Lawhorn.
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Federal Regional Commissions and Authorities: Overview of Structure and Activities
Federal regional commissions and authorities (FRCAs) address perceived regional economic underdevelopment. These organizations accommodate multileveled and multijurisdictional participatio more
Russia's Central Bank Assets Topic of Insight White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12532) on March 25, 2025, by Rebecca M. Nelson, international trade and finance specialist.
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Russia's Central Bank Assets
After Russia launched a full-scale war on Ukraine in February 2022, the Group of 7 countries (G7, including Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States) announced coordinated sanctions against Russ more
Social Security Fraud Overview Topic of In Focus White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12948) on March 25, 2025, by section research manager Paul S. Davies.
Here are excerpts:
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Social Security Fraud Overview
Social Security Programs
The Social Security Administration (SSA) administers Social Security, a social insurance program that protects an insured worker and his or her eligible family members against a loss of income due to the worker's retirement, di more
U.S. Trade Policy - Trade Functions of Key Federal Agencies Topic of In Focus White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11016) on March 25, 2025, by Shayerah I. Akhtar, international trade and finance specialist:
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U.S. Trade Policy: Trade Functions of Key Federal Agencies
U.S. trade policy lies at a nexus of foreign and domestic policy. It comprises issues that shape U.S. participation in the global economy and relations with trading partners. It also affects the U.S. domestic economy, wit more
'Congressional Gold Medals - Background, Legislative Process & Issues for Congress' Topic in Congressional Research Service Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 25 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45101) on March 24, 2025, entitled "Congressional Gold Medals: Background, Legislative Process and Issues for Congress" by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus.
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SUMMARY
Senators and Representatives are frequently asked to support or sponsor proposals recognizing historic events and outstanding achievements by individuals or institutions. Among the various forms of rec more
'Congressional Gold Medals - Background, Legislative Process & Issues for Congress' Topic in Congressional Research Service Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 25 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45101) on March 24, 2025, entitled "Congressional Gold Medals - Background, Legislative Process and Issues for Congress:"
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Design of Medals
Congressional Gold Medal designs vary for each issuance. In general, the authorizing legislation provides that the Secretary of the Treasury "shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to more
'Seafood Import Monitoring Program' Topic in Congressional Research Service Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 25 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48469) on March 24, 2025, entitled "The Seafood Import Monitoring Program" by natural resources policy analyst Anthony R. Marshak.
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SUMMARY
The Seafood Import Monitoring Program (SIMP) is a federal risk-based seafood traceability program that sets reporting and recordkeeping requirements from the point of harvest to entry into U.S. commerce. The National Marine Fisher more
'Seafood Import Monitoring Program' Topic in Congressional Research Service Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 25 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48469) on March 24, 2025, entitled "The Seafood Import Monitoring Program:"
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Planned Next Steps for the Seafood Import Monitoring Program
NOAA has considered potential expansions and refinements to SIMP's implementation, including an evaluation of the program. In December 2022, NMFS issued a proposed rule to expand SIMP in accordance with directives in the more
Civil Case & Criminal Felony Defendant Filings in U.S. District Courts Topic of Insight White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 25 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12531) on March 24, 2025, by American national government analyst Barry J. McMillion.
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Civil Case and Criminal Felony Defendant Filings in U.S. District Courts (2024): Overview and Analysis
The Administrative Office of U.S. Courts regularly compiles data related to the workload of the federal courts. This Insight provides a brief overview and analysis of more
Military Suicide Prevention & Response Topic of In Focus White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 25 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10876) on March 24, 2025, by military personnel specialist Kristy N. Kamarck and defense health care policy specialist Bryce H. P. Mendez.
Here are excerpts:
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Military Suicide Prevention and Response
Background
When a servicemember dies by suicide, those close to the member often experience shock, anger, guilt, and sorrow. As such, a servicemember's suicide may adversely more
Planning & Paying for College Topic of Insight White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 25 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11563) on March 24, 2025, by research librarian Laura L. Monagle:
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Planning and Paying for College: Federal Government Resources
This Insight describes federal online resources intended to help students and parents plan and acquire funds for postsecondary education. These include federal resources that provide general information on scholarships, grants, fellowships, loans, more
Status of Education Department's Title IX Regulations Topic of Legal Sidebar White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 25 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11279) on March 24, 2025, by legislative attorney Jared P. Cole:
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Status of Education Department's Title IX Regulations
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) prohibits sex discrimination in education programs that receive federal financial assistance. The Department of Education (ED) enforces the law in education programs that ED funds, including al more
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - FY2025 Appropriations Topic of In Focus White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 25 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12648) on March 24, 2025, by natural resources policy specialist Anna E. Normand and deputy assistant director and specialist Nicole T. Carter.
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: FY2025 Appropriations
Congress generally funds the civil works activities of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) in annual Energy and Water Development appropriations acts. T more
U.S. Army's Typhon Strategic Mid-Range Fires System Topic of In Focus White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 25 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12135) on March 24, 2025, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert.
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The U.S. Army's Typhon Strategic Mid-Range Fires (SMRF) System
What Is the Army's Strategic Mid-Range Fires (SMRF) System?
Reported improvements to Russian and Chinese artillery systems present a challenge to the U.S. Army. Improved longer-ranged artillery systems, new emp more
Venezuela - Political Crisis & U.S. Policy Topic of In Focus White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 25 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10230) on March 24, 2025, by Latin American affairs specialist Clare Ribando Seelke.
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Venezuela: Political Crisis and U.S. Policy
Over the past several Congresses, Members have expressed concerns about authoritarian governance under Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro (2013-present). Maduro took office after garnering a narrow electoral victory followin more
'Monuments & Memorials Authorized Under Commemorative Works Act in District of Columbia' Topic in Congressional Research Service Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 24 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R43744) on March 20, 2025, entitled "Monuments and Memorials Authorized Under the Commemorative Works Act in the District of Columbia" by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus.
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SUMMARY
Under the Commemorative Works Act (CWA) of 1986, Congress may authorize commemorative works to be placed in the District of Columbia or its environs. Once a commemorative work has been au more
'Monuments & Memorials Authorized Under Commemorative Works Act in District of Columbia' Topic in Congressional Research Service Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 24 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R43744) on March 20, 2025, entitled "Monuments and Memorials Authorized Under the Commemorative Works Act in the District of Columbia:"
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Site Locations to Be Determined
John Adams and His Family
In November 2001, Congress authorized the Adams Memorial Foundation to "establish a commemorative work on Federal land in the District of Columbia and its environs more
CDC Topic of In Focus White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 24 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IF12241) on March 20, 2025, by health policy analyst Kavya Sekar:
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
During public health crises like the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has served as a face of the federal government's public health response. CDC's stated mission is to "protect America from more
Contingency Management for Substance Use Disorders Topic of In Focus White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 24 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IF12681) on March 20, 2025, by health policy specialist Johnathan H. Duff and legislative attorney Jennifer A. Staman.
Here are excerpts:
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Contingency Management for Substance Use Disorders
Treatment for substance use disorders (SUDs) typically involves pharmacological or psychosocial therapies. For instance, certain medications are used in treatment for alcohol, tobacco, or more
Ecuador's 2025 Elections Topic of Insight White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 24 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12530) on March 20, 2025, by foreign affairs analyst Joshua Klein:
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Ecuador's 2025 Elections: Implications for U.S. Policy
On February 9, 2025, Ecuador held national presidential and legislative elections. Incumbent President Daniel Noboa of the center-right National Democratic Action (ADN) obtained 44.17% of the vote. His principal challenger for the presidency, Luisa Gonz more
Yemen - Conflict, Red Sea Attacks & U.S. Policy Topic of In Focus White Paper From Congressional Research Service
WASHINGTON, March 24 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12581) on March 20, 2025, by Middle Eastern affairs specialist Christopher M. Blanchard.
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Yemen: Conflict, Red Sea Attacks and U.S. Policy
Yemen is a conflict-afflicted nation along the strategic Bab al Mandab Strait, one of the world's most active shipping lanes. Since 2015, a civil war has pitted the Iran-backed Houthi movement against Yemen's interna more
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EPA Releases Public Communication From Association of Independent Banana Producers of Guatemala
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has released the following public communication on March 10, 2025, from the Association of Independent Banana Producers of Guatemala:
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The Association of Independent Banana Producers of Guatemala (APIB, by its acronym in Spanish) is responsible for roughly 2/3 of the 120 million, 40 lb boxes of bananas that Guatemala exports to the US on a yearly basis.
This amounts to between 90 and 95% of our total yearly exports.
Our ass more
EPA Releases Public Communication From International Cast Polymer Association
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has released the following public communication dated March 18, 2025, from the International Cast Polymer Association, Woodstock, Georgia:
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To: Sarah Y. Au, Ph.D.
Data Gathering and Analysis Division
Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 7406M
Washington, DC 20460-0001
Re: Comments on Initiation of Prioritization of Styrene under the Toxic Substances Co more
EPA Releases Public Communication From La. Chemical Association
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has released the following public communication dated March 18, 2025, from Kean Miller LLP on behalf of Louisiana Chemical Association.
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To: Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest
Washington, DC 20460
Attn: Ms. Johanna Klein
Re: Review of National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Polyether Polyols Production Industry; Proposed Rule EPA-H more
Federal Railroad Administration Releases Public Communication From Transportation Trades Department AFL-CIO President Regan
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration has released the following public communication dated March 17, 2025, from Greg Regan, president of the Transportation Trades Department AFL-CIO:
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To: Mr. Karl Alexy
Associate Administrator for Railroad Safety & Chief Safety Officer
Federal Railroad Administration
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE
Washington DC, 20590
RE: Petition for Approval of Product Safety Plan
Docket No. FRA-2024-0126
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National Park Service Releases Public Communication From Alaska Natural Resources Dept. Office of Project Management & Permitting
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service has released the following public communication dated March 17, 2025, from Alaska Department of Natural Resources Office of Project Management and Permitting:
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To: National Park Service
Attention: Jay Calhoun
Division of Regulations, Jurisdiction and Special Park Uses
MS-2472
1849 C Street NW
Washington, DC 20240
Re: Powered Micromobility Devices; Regulation Identifier Number (RIN) 1024-AE79
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Dea more
National Park Service Releases Public Communication From Utah Natural Resources Dept. Public Lands Policy Coordinating Office
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service has released the following public communication dated March 17, 2025, from Utah Department of Natural Resources Public Lands Policy Coordinating Office:
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To: Jay Calhoun
Division of Regulations, Jurisdiction and Special Park Uses
National Park Service
1849 C Street NW
Washington, DC 20240
Subject: Powered Micromobility Devices: Proposed Rule
Regulation Identifier Number 1024-AE79
RDCC Project No. 86488 more
NHTSA Releases Public Communication From Chamber of Progress Civic Innovation Policy Director Whittaker
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has released the following public communication dated March 17, 2025, from Ruth Whittaker, director of civic innovation policy at Chamber of Progress, McLean, Virginia:
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To: Jack Danielson, Executive Director,
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.
West Building
Washington, DC 20590
RE: Docket No. NHTSA-2024-0100-Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, more
NHTSA Releases Public Communication From Transport Workers Union
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has released the following public communication dated March 17, 2025, from Willie Brown, director of Transit, Universities, Utilities and Services Division of the Transport Workers Union of America:
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To: The Honorable Jack Danielson
Acting Administrator
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
RE: NHTSA-2024-0100; Automated Driving Systems-Equipped Vehicle Safety, Transpare more
Social Security Administration Releases Public Communication From N.C. Advocates for Justice Executive Director Leskin
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The Social Security Administration has released the following public communication on March 18, 2025, from Shannon Leskin, executive director of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Raleigh:
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To: Office of Management and Budget
Attn: Desk Officer for SSA
Social Security Administration, OLCA
Attn: Reports Clearance Director
Mail Stop 3253 Altmeyer, 6401 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21235
Re: Docket ID Number SSA- 2024-0056
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I am the Executive Direct more
U.S. Coast Guard Releases Public Communication From Offshore Marine Service Association
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard has released the following public communication dated March 13, 2025, from the Offshore Marine Service Association, New Orleans, Louisiana:
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To: Commander Brandon Link
Chief, Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Protection Branch
Office of Port and Facility Compliance
U.S. Coast Guard
Washington Navy Yard, DC 20374
Re: Comment for five-year extension for the implementation of the proposed Final Rule "Cybersecuri more
U.S. Coast Guard Releases Public Communication From Transportation Institute
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard has released the following public communication dated March 17, 2025, from Transportation Institute, Seattle, Washington:
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33 CFR Parts 101 and 160
Docket No. USCG-2022-0802
RE: Notice of Final Rule, Cybersecurity in the Marine Transportation System
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Transportation Institute writes in support of the proposed 5 year delay for the implementation periods for U.S.flagged vessels in Section VII of this propose more
USCBP Releases Public Communication From National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection has released the following public communication dated March 10, 2025, from the National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America:
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To: Christoper Mabelitini
Director, Intellectual Property Rights & E-Commerce Division
Office of Trade
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Washington, DC 20229-1177
U.S. CUSTOMS & BORDER PROTECTION
DOCKET NOS. USCBP-2025-0002 & 2025-0003
ENTRY OF LO more
USDA Food & Nutrition Service Releases Public Communication From N.C. Public Instruction Dept. Office of School Nutrition
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service has released the following public communication on March 18, 2025, from the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Office of School Nutrition:
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From: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
Office of School Nutrition
301 N. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601-2825
To: United States Department of Agriculture
Food and Nutrition Service
3101 Park Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22302
Sub more
USDA Food & Nutrition Service Releases Public Communication From National CACFP Association
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service has released the following public communication dated March 17, 2025, from the National CACFP Association, Round Rock, Texas:
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To: Tameka Owens
Acting Administrator and Assistant Administrator
Child Nutrition Programs, USDA Food and Nutrition Service
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Tipoffs: Grants Opportunities Weekly
$1.4 Million Available for Sea Grant Contaminants of Emerging Concern Research
WASHINGTON, March 28 -- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has announced funding opportunity the FY2025 Sea Grant Contaminants of Emerging Concern (CECs) program, with $1.4 million available for research.
This initiative aims to address the growing issue of CECs, including PFAS, in coastal and estuarine environments across the United States and its territories.
The NOAA's National Sea Grant Office (NSGO) will award one cooperative agreement, with funding ranging from $4 more
$11.6 Million Available for Workforce Data Quality Improvements in New Federal Grant
WASHINGTON, March 28 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration (ETA) has announced a forecasted grant opportunity the Workforce Data Quality Initiative (WDQI) Round 10, with $11.6 million in total program funding.
This initiative aims to enhance the quality and usability of workforce data to improve employment, labor, and training programs across the nation.
The ETA anticipates awarding approximately five grants, with individual awards ranging from $100,000 to $ more
$2 Million Available to Enhance Dementia Care in Indian Country Through Federal Grants
WASHINGTON, March 28 -- The Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living (ACL) has announced a forecasted grant opportunity the Alzheimer's Disease Programs Initiative (ADPI) - Dementia Capability in Indian Country.
This initiative aims to support the development and implementation of dementia-capable home and community-based service (HCBS) systems within tribal communities.
Approximately $2 million in total program funding is available, with an estimated seven more
$80,000 Award Continues "Thinking for a Change" Training for Corrections Agencies
WASHINGTON, March 28 -- The Department of Justice's National Institute of Corrections (NIC) has announced the continuation of funding for its "Thinking for a Change Training for Trainers" program, identified as funding opportunity.
This initiative aims to provide consistent training and support to facilitators of the "Thinking for a Change" curriculum within local, state, federal, and tribal corrections agencies.
It is crucial to note that this announcement is not a request for applications. more
DoD Announces FY 2026 Multidisciplinary Research Initiative (MURI) for Universities
WASHINGTON, March 28 -- The Department of Defense (DoD), through the Office of Naval Research (ONR), has released funding opportunity, the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI).
This program aims to support high-risk, multidisciplinary basic research that could lead to significant scientific breakthroughs and revolutionary military technologies.
This discretionary grant opportunity is exclusively open to U.S. institutions of high more
$20 Million Boost for Coastal Wetland Conservation Projects Nationwide
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) has launched a significant $20 million grant initiative, the Fiscal Year 2026 National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grant Program aimed at safeguarding and revitalizing vital coastal wetland ecosystems.
This funding opportunity seeks to empower state and territory agencies to undertake projects that protect and restore these crucial environments, benefiting both local communities and diverse wildlife populations, while also enha more
$600,000 Grant Available for Water Supply Analysis at Coleman National Fish Hatchery
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) has announced a funding opportunity, F25AS00274, offering a $600,000 grant for a comprehensive water supply analysis project at the Coleman National Fish Hatchery (CNFH) Intake 2.
The project, under the Red Bluff Fish and Wildlife Office (RBFWO), Battle Creek Program, aims to gather crucial baseline data for the future design of a fish-safe diversion at Intake 2 on Battle Creek.
The grant will support fluvial geomorphic, hydrolo more
$8.5 Million in Antiterrorism Emergency Assistance Grants Available for Maine
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- The Department of Justice's Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) has announced a funding opportunity offering $8,526,240 in grant funding through the Antiterrorism Emergency Assistance Program (AEAP) specifically for Maine.
This program aims to support victims of mass violence and terrorism through the Antiterrorism Emergency Reserve.
This is an "Invited to Apply" opportunity, meaning OVC will directly contact potential applicants. This restriction is due to the program's more
DoD Announces FY 2026 Multidisciplinary Research Initiative (MURI) for Universities
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- The Department of Defense (DoD), through the Office of Naval Research (ONR), has announced the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI).
This program aims to support high-risk basic research leading to significant scientific breakthroughs and revolutionary military technologies.
The MURI program, established 40 years ago, funds multidisciplinary teams to address complex, fundamental research areas relevant to more
USGS Announces $5 Million in Earthquake Hazards Research Grants for Fiscal Year 2026
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has released a funding opportunity, G26AS00244, offering up to $5 million in grants for external research related to earthquake hazards.
The initiative, under the Earthquake Hazards Program, aims to advance understanding of earthquake physics, occurrence, and safety policies.
The funding opportunity, announced on March 21, 2025, is open to a wide range of applicants, including individuals and entities, excluding U.S. government agencie more
