Passion for Telling Stories Leads Auburn Alumnus to Career With CNN
AUBURN, Alabama, May 25 -- Auburn University issued the following news article:
For Auburn alumna Eva Wohiren, writing and telling stories has always been a passion. Her teachers and parents recognized her talent for it, too, and often pointed out that she excelled in writing. That's why a journalism degree seemed like a natural fit for Wohiren when she enrolled at Auburn.
"I saw writing as my way to explore and meet new people," she said. "There is so much potential in journalism--whether it' more
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Leadership Conference on Human Rights Issues Statement on Senate Vote to Advance Collins Nomination
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights issued the following statement by Kristine Lucius, executive vice president for policy and government affairs, on the Senate vote to advance the nomination of Daniel Collins to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit:
"The Senate advanced the nomination of Daniel Collins to the Ninth Circuit today, despite objections to his confirmation by both Ranking Member Feinstein and Senator Harris, his home-state senators.
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Carnegie Mellon University Researchers Create Soft, Flexible Materials With Enhanced Properties
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- Carnegie Mellon University issued the following news:
By Jocelyn Duffy
A team of polymer chemists and engineers from Carnegie Mellon University have developed a new methodology that can be used to create a class of stretchable polymer composites with enhanced electrical and thermal properties. These materials are promising candidates for use in soft robotics, self-healing electronics and medical devices. The results are published in the May 20 more
Cranfield University: 'First-of-Its-Kind' Study Hopes to Minimise Motion Sickness in Autonomous Vehicles
CRANFIELD, England, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- Cranfield University issued the following news release:
A first-of-its-kind study taking place at Cranfield University will attempt to develop a mathematical model for motion sickness that will help stop people becoming ill when travelling in autonomous vehicles.
Medical studies shows that, due to the way in which the human brain works, motion sickness will be more of a widespread issue in self-driving vehicles than it currently is for drivers and p more
Geisel School of Medicine: Novel Scale Correlates Children's Snacking Behaviors With External Food Cues
DARTMOUTH, New Hampshire, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The Dartmouth College Geisel School of Medicine issued the following news release:
One in four preschool-age children in the U.S. have overweight or obesity, putting them at risk for multiple chronic health problems including cancer. Early and consistent exposure to such food cues may promote conditioned eating, where the cue itself becomes a signal to eat. Children may then learn to eat by exposure to external cues rather than listing to their more
James Cook University: Tiny Fish Live Fast, Die Young
TOWNSVILLE, Australia, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- James Cook University issued the following news release:
New research has revealed that the short lives and violent deaths of some of coral reefs' smallest tenants may be vital to the health of reef systems, including the iconic Great Barrier Reef.
James Cook University's Professor David Bellwood was part of a team searching for answers to the longstanding puzzle of 'Darwin's paradox'.
"Charles Darwin wondered how fish on coral reefs manage to th more
National High Magnetic Field Laboratory: 'Superhydride' Shows Superconductivity at Record-Warm Temperature
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- Florida State University's National High Magnetic Field Laboratory issued the following news release:
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- In a hydrogen-packed compound squeezed to ultra-high pressures, scientists have observed electrical current with zero resistance tantalizingly close to room temperature.
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Seeking one of science's holy grails, a group of physicists working at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory just got a lot warmer.
Working with a compound s more
New Ohio University Study Profiles the Changing Face of Suicide Within the State
ATHENS, Ohio, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- Ohio University issued the following news release:
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- More than 15,000 suicide deaths reported in Ohio over 10 years, an increase of nearly 24 percent
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Where does suicide live in Ohio? How old is it? What does it look like?
According to a new study released by The Ohio Alliance for Innovation in Population Health (The Alliance), its identity is increasingly comprised of individuals both young and old, with suicide rates rising more than 36 per more
Ohio University: Study Analyzes Primary Care in Cuba Vs. U.S.
ATHENS, Ohio, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- Ohio University issued the following news release:
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- OHIO's Daniel Skinner, Ph.D, and recent graduate, Nakul Bhardwaj, DO, MPH, published in the Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved
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Along with OHIO alumnus Nakul Bhardwaj, DO, now a physician at the Cleveland Clinic, Ohio University professor Dr. Daniel Skinner, Assistant Professor of Health Policy in the Department of Social Medicine at the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medic more
Perelman School of Medicine: Advances Recognized in Treatment of Rare Diseases
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine issued the following news release:
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- Newly Approved Spinal Muscle Atrophy Treatment Zolgensma Is Based on Delivery System Discovered By Penn Gene Therapy Pioneer
- Approval Marks a New Milestone in Quest to Treat Rare Diseases
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James Wilson, MD, PhD, recalls being struck by the devastating toll of rare diseases as a young physician in the 1980s. He set out on a path to more
Study Shows University of Nebraska, University of Nebraska-Kearney Graduates Make Big Impact on Kearney Economy
KEARNEY, Nebraska, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of Nebraska's Kearney Campus issued the following news:
The findings in a recently released study highlighting the University of Nebraska's economic impact come as no surprise to Derek Rusher.
As president and CEO of the Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce, he's well aware of the university's contributions to the community and its importance to the region.
"The University of Nebraska at Kearney is an invaluable and essential component of more
SUNY-Buffalo: Drug-Resistant Infections - If You Can't Beat 'Em, Starve 'Em, Scientists Find
BUFFALO, New York, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release:
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- Researchers repurpose drug to deny drug-resistant fungus of iron, an element crucial to its survival
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How do you fight a fungal infection that is becoming increasingly resistant to medicine? By starving it, found a team of University at Buffalo and Temple University researchers.
To treat Candida albicans, a common yeast that can cause illness in those more
Texas A&M University-College of Engineering: Researcher Studies the Memory Effect of Water on Gas Hydrate Recrystallization
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- Texas A&M University's College of Engineering issued the following news:
By Nancy Luedke
Natural gas hydrates are an abundant energy resource found in small permafrost areas in northern latitudes and vast subsea sediment deposits off the coasts of every continent. These subsea reservoirs could be a future resource for the world, but there are many technical and operational challenges involved in extracting methane from the hydrates.
Dr. I. Yucel more
Texas Advanced Computing Center: Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment Mission Data Contributes to Our Understanding of Climate Change
AUSTIN, Texas, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of Texas at Austin's Texas Advanced Computing Center issued the following news release:
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- Expanded investigation through 2021 to be highly dependent on TACC supercomputing systems
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The University of Texas at Austin team that led a twin satellite system launched in 2002 to take detailed measurements of the Earth, called the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment (GRACE), reports in the most recent issue of the journal Nature Cl more
UCLA: Nerve Stimulation Could Provide New Treatment Option for Most Common Type of Stroke
LOS ANGELES, California, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of California's Los Angeles Campus (UCLA) issued the following news release:
Research led by a UCLA scientist found that a new nerve stimulation therapy to increase blood flow could help patients with the most common type of stroke up to 24 hours after onset.
A study of 1,000 patients found evidence that the technique, called active nerve cell cluster stimulation, reduced the patients' degree of disability three months after they more
University of Arkansas Research Shows Benefits of Imperceptible Barcodes for Cashiers
FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news:
Two University of Arkansas professors have found that placing imperceptible barcodes on products -- to make them scannable on any side -- may prevent injuries among cashiers and lead to more retail efficiency.
Molly Jensen, a clinical associate professor of marketing in the Sam M. Walton College of Business, and Kaitlin Gallagher, an assistant professor of exercise science in the College of Ed more
University of California-Merced: Lengthy Study Shows Value of Soil Health and Forest Restoration After Damaging Events
MERCED, California, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of California's Merced Campus issued the following news:
By Lorena Anderson
A nine-year experiment by a UC Merced Department of Life and Environmental Sciences professor and his colleagues is illuminating the importance of soil carbon in maintaining healthy and functioning ecosystems because of its influence on the microbial communities that live in soil.
These communities' health can help researchers understand the effects of climate more
University of California-San Francisco: Blood Pressure and Glucose Control May Prevent Common Arrhythmia
SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of California's San Francisco Campus issued the following news release:
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- Early Monitoring and Lifestyle Changes Could Eliminate Need for Pacemaker, UCSF Researchers Say
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Blood-pressure and glucose control may be effective in preventing heart block, a common form of arrhythmia, and the subsequent need for a pacemaker, according to a study by researchers at UC San Francisco.
In an analysis of more than 6,000 Finnis more
University of Copenhagen: New Algorithm Uses Disease History to Predict Intensive Care Patients' Chances of Survival
COPENHAGEN, Denmark, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of Copenhagen issued the following news:
Researchers from the University of Copenhagen and Rigshospitalet have used data on more than 230,000 intensive care patients to develop a new algorithm. Among other things, it uses disease history from the past 23 years to predict patients' chances of survival in intensive care units.
Every year, tens of thousands of patients are admitted to intensive care units throughout Denmark. Determining more
University of Essex: Fish Fences in Tropical Seas Having Devastating Effects
COLCHESTER, England, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of Essex issued the following news:
Huge fish fences often used in tropical seas are causing extensive social, ecological and economic damage and are threatening marine biodiversity and human livelihoods, according to a new study involving University of Essex scientists.
Fish fences are a common type of traditional fishing gear regularly constructed from mangrove poles and nets spanning hundreds of metres which are placed semi-permane more
University of London-Institute of Education: More Guidance Needed to Make Strategic Special Educational Needs Professional Development Decisions
LONDON, England, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of London's Institute of Education issued the following news:
The Department for Education (DfE) should consider publishing guidance on Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) learning outcomes linked to the Early Career Framework for teachers, according to new research by UCL Institute of Education (IOE).
This is to enable education settings to make more strategic SEND-related continuing professional development (CPD) decisi more
University of Michigan: Childhood Trauma Tied to Tooth Loss Later in Life
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of Michigan issued the following news release:
Even if children grow up to overcome childhood adversity, the trauma they experience in early life causes them to be at greater risk for tooth loss, according to University of Michigan researchers.
Haena Lee, a postdoctoral researcher at the U-M Institute for Social Research, assessed the impact of adverse childhood events on oral health--specifically, total tooth loss--later in life. The more
University of Michigan: Hospitals Fall Short in Teaching Fall Prevention to Departing Patients
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of Michigan issued the following news release:
Falls are a leading cause of hospitalizations and emergency room visits among older adults, but until now, little was known about the relationship between falls and hospital readmissions.
A new University of Michigan study found that in people 65 or older, fall-related injuries within a month of hospital discharge ranked as high as the third-leading diagnosis for readmission.
The risk wa more
University of New South Wales: Dolphin Study Reveals the Genes Essential for Species' Survival
SYDNEY, Australia, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news release:
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- UNSW scientists have added to the growing body of research into genetic markers that are important for animal conservation.
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Certain types of immune genes may be particularly important for the survival of dolphins, a new study by an international team of researchers that investigated genetic diversity of dolphin populations reveals.
Knowing which genes are essential f more
University of North Florida: Burn, Baby, Burn - Homemade Sunscreens Could Sacrifice Personal Skincare Safety
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of North Florida issued the following news release:
Social media platforms have opened up a whole new way for seeking health information, including homemade recipes pinned on online tools like Pintrest. Dr. Julie Merten, an associate professor of public health in the Brooks College of Health at the University of North Florida, has a new study she led that examines how homemade sunscreens were portrayed on Pintrest and whether people more
University of Washington: Chemical Signatures of Young Salmon Examined
SEATTLE, Washington, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of Washington issued the following news release:
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- Hot spots in rivers that nurture young salmon 'Flicker On and Off' in Alaska's Bristol Bay region
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Chemical signatures imprinted on tiny stones that form inside the ears of fish show that two of Alaska's most productive salmon populations, and the fisheries they support, depend on the entire watershed.
Sockeye and Chinook salmon born in the Nushagak River and its network more
University of Washington: Origami-Inspired Materials Could Soften the Blow for Reusable Spacecraft
SEATTLE, Washington, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of Washington issued the following news release:
Space vehicles like SpaceX's Falcon 9 are designed to be reusable. But this means that, like Olympic gymnasts hoping for a gold medal, they have to stick their landings.
Landing is stressful on a rocket's legs because they must handle the force from the impact with the landing pad. One way to combat this is to build legs out of materials that absorb some of the force and soften the blow more
University of Washington: Tiny Fishes Fuel Life on Coral Reefs
SEATTLE, Washington, May 25 [TNSresearch] -- The University of Washington issued the following news release:
Coral reefs typically evoke clear, turquoise waters and a staggering number of colorful fishes. But what supports such an abundance of life?
In a paper published May 23 in Science, a team of international researchers from Simon Fraser University, University of Washington and other institutions reveals that the iconic abundance of fishes on reefs is fueled by an unlikely source: tiny, bo more
Politics: President Donald Trump
Army News Service: Former Sen. Dole, a Decorated World War II Veteran, Promoted to Colonel
WASHINGTON, May 17 -- The U.S. Army News Service issued the following news:
By Sean Kimmons
Public Affairs
Longtime politician Bob Dole, who was severely wounded in World War II by German gunfire, was honorably promoted to colonel Thursday in a private ceremony at the WWII Memorial.
Dole, 95, served as a captain in the 10th Mountain Division before pursuing a political career that included nearly 30 years as a U.S. senator for Kansas and the Republican presidential nominee in 1996.
Surrou more
B'nai B'rith Leaders Visit Beijing and Tokyo, Meet With Japanese Prime Minister
WASHINGTON, May 17 -- B'nai B'rith International issued the following news release, dated May 15:
A B'nai B'rith delegation has visited China and Japan, concluding with a private meeting with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in Tokyo.
In recognition of the growing geopolitical importance of China - the world's most populous nation - and of B'nai B'rith's longtime engagement with Japan as a key democracy, the leadership group arrived to build further bridges to both societies, to recognize increasingl more
Isakson: More Great Trade News for U.S., Georgians
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 17 -- The office of Sen. Johnny Isakson, R-Georgia, issued the following news release:
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- Agreement reached to remove tariffs on steel, aluminum from Mexico, Canada
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U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., today welcomed news that a deal has been reached between the United States, Mexico and Canada to remove tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from those countries. This removes a major obstacle preventing Congress from considering the recently negotiated U.S.-Me more
Rep. Smucker: Vietnam Veterans Invited to Commemorative Pinning Ceremony in Columbia
LANCASTER, Pennsylvania, May 17 -- Rep. Lloyd Smucker, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
Congressman Lloyd Smucker, in conjunction with the office of U.S. Senator Pat Toomey, will host a ceremony honoring area Vietnam-era veterans with a 50th anniversary commemorative pin. Veterans from the 11th Congressional District are invited to attend and be honored at this event.
This ceremony will take place on Saturday, June 15 at 8AM at Columbia High School, located at 901 Ironville P more
Rob's Rundown: Week of May 11 - May 17, 2019
WASHINGTON, May 17 -- Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, issued the following news release:
This week, Senators Portman and Ben Cardin (D-MD) introduced the Retirement Security & Savings Act, a broad set of reforms designed to strengthen Americans' retirement security by addressing four major opportunities in the existing retirement system: (1) allowing people who have saved too little to set more aside for their retirement; (2) helping small businesses offer 401(k)s and other retirement plans; (3) expa more
Sen. Cornyn Submits Op-Ed on First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs Worship Center Dedication
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 17 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following op-ed on the dedication of the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs worship center, which was submitted to the San Antonio Express-News:
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) authored the following op-ed in the San Antonio Express-News in celebration of the new First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs worship center dedication this Sunday and to highlight what he's done to help ensure a tragedy like the shooting the more
Arizona Democratic Party: McSally Recommits to Failed 2018 Campaign Strategy
PHOENIX, Arizona, May 16 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release:
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- McSally is again running on siding with her party, big donors, and corporate special interest backers at the expense of Arizonans
- It already lost McSally one election, what could go wrong? (Plenty.)
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18 months out from Election Day 2020, Martha McSally is already doubling down on the same strategic mistakes that lost her 2018's U.S. Senate election and once more running on a record more
Brennan Center for Justice at New York University School of Law: New Brennan Center Book
NEW YORK, May 16 -- Brennan Center for Justice at New York University School of Law issued the following news release:
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- Candidates, Lawmakers, and Activists Offer Bold Solutions to End Mass Incarceration
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Presidential candidates, lawmakers, and civil rights leaders outline their path forward for criminal justice reform ahead of the 2020 election in a new book of essays published by the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU Law.
Ending Mass Incarceration: Ideas from Today's Leaders i more
National Immigration Forum: White House Plan Lays Foundation for Dialogue on Immigration
WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The National Immigration Forum issued the following news release:
President Donald Trump announced a new immigration proposal today that would drastically change the U.S. approach to immigration.
The White House has yet to release the details of the plan. Reports indicate that it will not address Dreamers, Temporary Protected Status (TPS) recipients, or non-immigrant visa holders.
"The administration's plan recognizes that our country needs immigrants, and that they cont more
Pennsylvania Gov. Wolf Gets All-Time High Approval, Quinnipiac University Poll Finds
HAMDEN, Connecticut, May 16 -- The Quinnipiac University Polling Institute issued the following news release:
Pennsylvania voters approve 54 - 33 percent of the job Gov. Tom Wolf is doing, his highest score since he was elected, according to a Quinnipiac University poll released today.
This is Gov. Wolf's first positive approval rating since a 45 - 39 percent score in an August 25, 2015, survey by the independent Quinnipiac (KWIN-uh-pe-ack) University.
Approval is 59 - 28 percent among women more
Rep. Himes, Sen. Murphy Submit Op-Ed on War With Iran
WASHINGTON, May 16 -- Rep. Jim Himes, D-Connecticut, and Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following op-ed on the possibility of war with Iran, which was submitted to the USA Today:
Take one look at the chaos in Libya, Iraq, Syria and Afghanistan and it's hard to imagine why any American leader would be itching to put the United States into another foreign war. But that's what could be happening right now, as the hawkish advisers to President Donald Trump walk us toward conflict with more
Vice President Pence Issues Remarks to Employees of J&D Manufacturing
EAU CLAIRE, Wisconsin, May 16 -- The White House issued the following remarks by Vice President Mike Pence to the employees of the J&D Manufacturing:
THE VICE PRESIDENT: Great job. Well, hello, Wisconsin! (Applause.) And thank you, Tracy, for that kind introduction. And let me thank you and your dad, Don, and everybody here at J&D Manufacturing for giving us such a warm welcome today.
And, Tracy, let me just take a minute on behalf of all those great employees and friends gathered here to than more
Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce Issues Statement on Immigration Policy
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 16 -- Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce issued the following statement by President and CEO Kurt Bauer:
President Donald Trump unveiled a plan to reform U.S. immigration policy on Thursday, which would include making changes to how immigrant visas are granted. Under the President's proposal, more priority would be given to immigrants who have the skills needed to fill open positions in key industries.
"We applaud President Trump for taking a critical first step in re more
Biden Leads Trump 53%-42% in Pennsylvania, Quinnipiac University Poll Find
HAMDEN, Connecticut, May 15 -- The Quinnipiac University Polling Institute issued the following news release:
In an early look at the 2020 presidential election in Pennsylvania, former Vice President Joseph Biden is over the 50 percent mark in a matchup with President Donald Trump, leading 53 - 42 percent, according to a Quinnipiac University Poll released today.
There is a wide gender gap as women back Biden 60 - 36 percent, while men are divided with 49 percent for President Trump and 45 per more
Families Against Mandatory Minimums Praises Missouri Legislature for Passing Sentencing Reform
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, May 15 -- Families Against Mandatory Minimums issued the following news release:
In a last-minute push to pass sentencing reform, the Missouri House of Representatives passed HB 192 on Monday by a vote of 138-11, sending the bill to Governor Mike Parson for signature and enactment into law. HB 192, sponsored by Rep. Bruce DeGroot (R-Chesterfield), passed in the Missouri Senate unanimously on May 9.
FAMM Vice President of Policy Molly Gill issued the following statemen more
House Natural Resources Committee Issues Report on Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation Reaffirmation Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- The House Natural Resources Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 116-54) on legislation (H.R. 312) to reaffirm the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe reservation. The report was advanced by Rep. Raul Grijalva, D-Arizona, on May 10.
Excerpts of the report follow:
PURPOSE OF THE BILL
The purpose of H.R. 312 is to reaffirm the trust status of certain lands of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and other purposes.
BACKGROUND AND NEED FOR LEGISLATION
Prior to 2009, the Department of the Interio more
Sen. Grassley Presses Acting Secretary of Defense on Price Gouging at Pentagon
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley sent a letter to Acting Secretary of Defense Patrick M. Shanahan, President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the department, seeking more information about how the Department of Defense (DoD) contracts with businesses and other entities in overpricing, as well as its process to collect cost data from those entities. Grassley also asks how Congress can help DO more
Sen. Grassley Presses Acting Secretary of Defense on Price Gouging at Pentagon
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, issued the following news:
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- In hand-written note to Shanahan, Grassley demands accountability from DoD leadership
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Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley sent a letter (https://www.finance.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/DOD%20Oversight,%2005-13-19,%20CEG%20Letter%20to%20SecDef%20on%20TransDigm%20Price%20Gouging%20PDF.docx.pdf) to Acting Secretary of Defense Patrick M. Shanahan, Presid more
Sen. Rand Paul Introduces Resolution to Remove UN Arms Trade Treaty from U.S. Senate
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Sen. Rand Paul, R-Kentucky, issued the following news release:
On Monday, U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) introduced S. Res. 204 to remove the United Nations Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) from U.S. Senate consideration and return it to President Donald Trump.
Last month, President Trump announced his decision to revoke the U.S.' 2013 signature on the treaty. Shortly after his announcement, President Trump sent a message to the Senate requesting it return the ATT, which the Obama more
US Envoy to Middle East Tells World Jewish Congress Governing Board: We're Making Progress in Efforts to Move Forward Plan for Israeli-Palestinian Peace
OTTAWA, Ontario, May 15 -- The World Jewish Congress issued the following news release:
The United States government is making progress in its efforts to help move forward its plan for a peace agreement between the Israelis and Palestinians, US President Donald Trump's special envoy to the Middle East Jason Greenblatt said Wednesday to Jewish leaders from more than 80 countries gathered at Global Affairs Canada in Ottawa, at the invitation of WJC President Ronald S. Lauder. The Jewish leaders w more
Vice President Mike Pence Issues Remarks at Premiere Screening of Apollo 11 - First Steps Edition
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- The White House issued the following remarks by Vice President Mike Pence at the premiere screening of Apollo 11 - First Steps Edition at the National Air and Space Museum:
THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you, Jim Bridenstine. Thank you for that kind introduction. And more to the point, thank you for your tireless work leading NASA and the entire American space industry. Would you all join me in thanking the 13th Administrator of NASA, Jim Bridenstine, for the great job he more
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Hosts World Jewish Congress President Lauder and Delegation for Talks on Challenges Facing Jewish Communities
OTTAWA, Ontario, May 14 -- The World Jewish Congress issued the following news release:
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau hosted a World Jewish Congress delegation led by WJC President Ronald S. Lauder on Tuesday for warm talks focused on the challenges facing world Jewry.
During the short meeting, the delegation thanked Trudeau for his efforts to combat antisemitism and the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions movement, and for his stalwart support of Israel.
Trudeau told the delegation t more
Congressman Biggs Recognizes the One-Year Anniversary of the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem
GILBERT, Arizona, May 14 -- Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Arizona, issued the following statement:
One year ago today, the United States moved its embassy in Israel to Jerusalem, fulfilling a central promise from President Donald Trump.
"Several American Presidents promised to move the U.S. embassy in Israel to Jerusalem; President Trump courageously fulfilled that promise one year ago today.
"Throughout his administration, President Trump has proven himself a constant friend of our Middle Eastern ally more
Congressman Wilson Remembers Historic U.S. Embassy Opening In Jerusalem
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Joe Wilson, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release:
U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) reflects upon last year's U.S. Embassy opening in Jerusalem: Click here to watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxJ3xAxF2DQ&feature=youtu.be
Transcript:
"On this day last year I was grateful to lead nine House colleagues on a congressional delegation to Jerusalem for the opening of the U.S. Embassy.
"We had the opportunity to meet with members of the Kne more
Ex-Im Bank: The United States to Host 2020 G12 Heads of Export Credit Agencies Meeting in Washington, D.C.
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- The Export-Import Bank of the United States issued the following news release:
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- Announcement by EXIM Chairman Kimberly Reed at G12 ECA Meeting in China
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Kimberly A. Reed, the newly sworn-in president and chairman of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM), announced today the United States will host the 2020 G12 Heads of Export Credit Agencies Meeting in Washington, D.C., in May 2020.
The announcement was made at the 2019 G12 ECA meeting in Xiame more
Murphy, Himes Op-Ed in USA Today: 'Trump Is Edging Toward a Disastrous War With Iran. Stop the Brinksmanship'
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), a member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and U.S. Representative Jim Himes (CT-4), a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, on Tuesday authored an op-ed in USA Today outlining the dangers of the Trump administration's Iran escalation policy and how it is moving us closer to war.
Excerpts from the op-ed are below and can more
Rep Rooney: President Trump Commits to Everglades Funding
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Francis Rooney, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
Last evening President Donald Trump, by tweet, expressed his unequivocal support for the $200 million of funding that has been requested by Congressman Rooney and supported by the entire Florida Congressional Delegation. The Congressman personally discussed this with the President when he visited Lake Okeechobee last month.
Congressman Rooney stated, "President Trump clearly understands the importance of E more
Republican Jewish Coalition Issues Statement on One-Year Anniversary of Embassy Move to Jerusalem
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- The Republican Jewish Coalition issued the following statement by National Chairman Sen. Norm Coleman on the one-year anniversary of the opening of the US Embassy in Jerusalem, Israel:
"One year ago today, I had the immense honor and pleasure of attending the opening of the US Embassy in Jerusalem, Israel. Thousands of people gathered to see the fulfillment of a pledge made more than 20 years ago, when Congress passed the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995.
"Promises made; p more
Sen. John Kennedy Tours Louisiana LNG Facility With President Donald Trump
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- The office of Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
U.S. Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) today toured Sempra Energy's LNG project in Cameron Parish with President Donald Trump and Louisiana's congressional delegation. The project is an example of how Louisiana is a leader in LNG exports.
Sempra just completed construction on the first phase of a $10 billion facility that will eventually be able to meet the daily power needs of 8.5 million U.S. home more
Sen. Wyden Investigates Political Interference in Request for Trump Taxes
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Finance Committee, issued the following news:
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- Wyden requests all communications on Trump administration response
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To investigate potential political interference in congressional oversight, Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Ron Wyden, D-Ore., today demanded that Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and IRS Commissioner Charles Rettig detail the process for responding to Chairman Richard Ne more
Cassidy Urges Full Implementation of First Step Act Dyslexia Screening
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, today called on the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) Acting Director Hugh Hurwitz to fully implement the First Step Act, specifically as it pertains to screening prisoners for dyslexia. Cassidy was integral in the inclusion of the dyslexia screening provisions in the bill signed last year.
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National Association of College and University Business Officers: What Did I Miss in Washington? April 30-May 13, 2019
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The National Association of College and University Business Officers issued the following news:
The steady stream of news emerging from the nation's capital can be overwhelming. NACUBO highlights key actions and provides the status of top higher education business concerns.
On the Hill
House Appropriators Approve Spending Bill
On May 8, the House Appropriations Committee approved the fiscal year Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies bill. The more
National Shooting Sports Foundation Celebrates President Trump Signing 'Range Bill'
NEWTOWN, Connecticut, May 13 -- The National Shooting Sports Foundation issued the following news release:
The National Shooting Sports Foundation(R) (NSSF(R)), the firearms industry trade association, celebrates President Donald Trump's signing of H.R. 1222, the Target Practice and Marksmanship Training Support Act, at The White House. The President signed the NSSF-priority bill May 10, just two weeks after the bill was passed by Congress.
"We deeply appreciate President Trump's swift enactme more
North Dakota Gov. Burgum Directs Flags Flown at Half-Staff Wednesday for Peace Officers Memorial Day
BISMARCK, North Dakota, May 13 -- Gov. Doug Burgum, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release:
Gov. Doug Burgum has directed government agencies to fly the United States and North Dakota flags at half-staff on Wednesday, May 15, 2019, and encourages North Dakotans to do the same at their homes and businesses, in observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day.
The governor's directive is in accordance with a proclamation issued by President Donald Trump, who called upon all Americans to obse more
Sen. Risch Celebrates Trump Signing Gun Range Bill Into Law
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The office of Sen. James Risch, R-Idaho, issued the following news release:
U.S. Sen. Jim Risch (R-Idaho) today praised President Donald Trump's signing of H.R. 1222, the Target Practice and Marksmanship Training Support Act, into law. The bill was passed by both the House and Senate earlier this year, and Sen. Risch has been a co-sponsor of the Target Practice and Marksmanship Training Support Act during every Congress since 2009--his first year in the Senate.
"This law more
Udall Speaks Out Against Raid of Another $1.5 Billion in DOD National Security Funds to Pay for President Trump's Border Wall
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Tom Udall, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Tom Udall, along with every Democratic member of the Senate Appropriations Defense Subcommittee and the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies, slammed the White House and Acting Secretary of Defense Patrick M. Shanahan for their plan for an additional unauthorized transfer of $1.5 billion in important national security funds in order t more
Vice President Pence Issues Remarks at 46th Commencement Ceremony of Liberty University
LYNCHBURG, Virginia, May 11 -- The White House issued the following remarks by Vice President Mike Pence at the 46th commencement ceremony of the Liberty University:
THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, hello, Liberty! (Applause.) President Falwell and the board of trustees; my friend, Dr. Ben Carson; faculty, family, distinguished guests: It is an honor for us to be here in Williams Stadium with 20,000 liberty-loving "champions for Christ" for the 46th Commencement Ceremony of the Liberty University Clas more
House Appropriations Committee: First FY 2020 Appropriations Bill Reported Out of Committee
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Kay Granger, R-Texas, ranking Republican member of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release:
Today, the Full Committee met to consider the fiscal year 2020 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Subcommittee's appropriations bill. Committee Republicans were unable to support the bill due to several new policy proposals included in the bill and a total spending level the President has made clear he will not support.
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