60 Plus Association: Senate Must Stop Vanita Gupta
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 2 -- The 60 Plus Association issued the following news:
The Senate must oppose anti-police radical Vanita Gupta and stop her from becoming the Associate Attorney General of the DOJ.
Gupta will bring the radical left's culture war to the DOJ, jeopardizing safe policing through an agenda that is out of touch with Americans. She is compromised by her association with extreme leftist groups and is unfit to serve in a department that is responsible for delivering justice more
ACLU Comment on Biden Family Separation Announcement
NEW YORK, March 2 -- The American Civil Liberties Union, a 501(c)3 non-profit that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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The Biden administration today announced steps to address and reverse the damage caused by family separation.
The American Civil Liberties Union successfully sued to block family separation and immediately reunite families. Thousands of fami more
AICPA: Skills Financial Planners Need to Succeed in Today's Environment
NEW YORK, March 2 -- The American Institute of CPAs issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
The pandemic has presented challenges to planning firms and clients alike. Earlier this year, thought leaders in the financial planning space gathered online for the AICPA's 2021 Personal Financial Planning (PFP) Summit to discuss best practices for serving clients, leading firms, and caring for themselves. The Summit is an annual event that goes beyond technical planning sessions to focus on more
Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield Issues Remarks at News Conference on March Program of Work, U.S. Presidency of U.N. Security Council
NEW YORK, March 2 -- The U.S. Mission to the United Nations issued the following remarks on March 1, 2021, by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield at a news conference on the March Program of Work and the U.S. Presidency of the U.N. Security Council:
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Good morning. Or is it afternoon, I think? Good afternoon [laughter.] Really, it's an honor for me to be here, and I want to welcome all of you here. I look forward to having many such engagements with you in the future.
As you know, today th more
American Action Forum: Consequences of Over-Reliance on Executive Action
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The American Action Forum issued the following news release:
By the end of his first month in office, President Biden had issued more than 40 executive actions to implement his policy agenda -- far more than his recent predecessors. Yet this reliance on executive action rather than legislation is not new, and it signals an imbalance between the executive and legislative branches, argues AAF's Director of Regulatory Policy Dan Bosch. In a new analysis, Bosch considers the more
American Council on Education: Comprehensive Immigration Legislation Would Provide Protection for Dreamers, Support for International Students
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The American Council on Education issued the following news release:
The U.S. Citizenship Act (USCA), a sweeping immigration bill that would create an eight-year path to citizenship for millions of immigrants already in the country and provide an even faster track for Dreamers, was introduced Feb. 18 by Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ) and Rep. Linda Sanchez (D-CA).
The legislation follows a promise from President Biden that he would send an immigration package to Congress at th more
American Council on Education: House Approves COVID-19 Relief Bill With Nearly $40 Billion for Higher Ed
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The American Council on Education issued the following news release:
The House voted 219-212 in the early hours of Saturday morning--mostly along party lines--to approve a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package that includes nearly $40 billion in aid for students and institutions.
ACE and a number of higher education associations sent a letter of support for the bill before the vote, noting that it represented the "largest federal effort so far to address the crippling im more
Association of International CPAs: Skills Financial Planners Need to Succeed in Today's Environment
NEW YORK, March 2 -- The Association of International Certified Professional Accountants issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
The pandemic has presented challenges to planning firms and clients alike. Earlier this year, thought leaders in the financial planning space gathered online for the AICPA's 2021 Personal Financial Planning (PFP) Summit to discuss best practices for serving clients, leading firms, and caring for themselves. The Summit is an annual event that goes beyond te more
Biden Administration Must Provide Redress for Survivors, Accountability for Perpetrators of Family Separation Policy: Physicians for Human Rights
NEW YORK, March 2 -- Physicians for Human Rights issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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In response to comments made today by Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, the following statement is attributable to Donna McKay, executive director of Physicians for Human Rights:
"Family separation was one of the defining abuses of the Trump era, constituting a profound stain on the conscience of the United States. As Physicians for Human Rights has documented, the U.S. gov more
Biden Nominee for Energy Secretary Confirmed by Senate
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The Senate confirmed the nomination of an individual for a position in the federal government on Feb. 26:
Jennifer Mulhern Granholm, of Michigan, to be Secretary of Energy. more
Boston University School of Public Health: Trump-Era Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Proposal Should Go Forward
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 2 (TNSJou) -- Boston University School of Public Health issued the following news:
The Biden administration has put a hold on health policy proposals from the tail end of Trump's presidency. But one to make it easier for doctors to prescribe the proven opioid use disorder treatment buprenorphine should go forward, a School of Public Health researcher writes in a new JAMA viewpoint.
Richard Saitz, professor and chair of community health sciences at SPH and associate more
Business Council of Canada: A Growing Economy Is Essential to Address Canada's Challenges
OTTAWA, Ontario, March 2 -- The Business Council of Canada issued the following news:
Canada's leading businesses are urging the federal government to deliver a budget that focuses on long-term growth and job creation.
"If we are serious about building back better, we must recognize that a stronger economy is fundamental to solving many of society's most challenging issues," says Goldy Hyder, President and CEO of the Business Council of Canada, in a pre-budget letter to Chrystia Freeland, Fina more
Calif. Gov. Newsom, Pro Tem Atkins and Speaker Rendon Highlight New $6.6 Billion Package to Reopen Schools and Deepen Student Supports
SACRAMENTO, California, March 2 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on March 1. 2021:
Governor Gavin Newsom, Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon today highlighted an agreement on a $6.6 billion budget package to accelerate the safe return to in-person instruction across California and empower schools to immediately expand academic, mental health and social-emotional supports, including over the summer.
"Since the hei more
Center for American Progress Issues Statement on Senate Passage of American Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The Center for American Progress issued the following statement on Feb. 27, 2021, by Winnie Stachelberg, executive vice president for external affairs:
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The U.S. House of Representatives passed the American Rescue Plan, President Joe Biden's plan to address the health and economic consequences of the coronavirus pandemic. The plan will now be considered in the U.S. Senate.
Following the bill's passage in the House, Winnie Stachelberg, executive vice president for E more
Center on Budget & Policy Priorities: 'States Are Using Much-Needed Temporary Flexibility in SNAP to Respond to COVID-19 Challenges'
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities issued the following fact sheet on March 1, 2021, entitled "States Are Using Much-Needed Temporary Flexibility in SNAP to Respond to COVID-19 Challenges":
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The far-reaching health and economic effects of COVID-19 and widespread business closures to limit its spread have made it even more difficult for many low-income households to afford food and other needs. Data have shown a sharp increase in the number of families report more
Chair Grijalva Cheers Withdrawal of Key Federal Analysis for Exploitative Oak Flat Mining Project
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Raul M. Grijalva, D-Arizona, chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Chair Raul M. Grijalva (D-Ariz.), who has for many years highlighted the need for federal tribal consultation before moving forward with the Resolution Copper mining project in central Arizona, today hailed the news that the U.S. Forest Service is withdrawing its final environmental impact statement and draft record of decision issued on more
Chairman Yarmuth Issues Statement on House Passage of American Rescue Plan Act
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. John Yarmuth, D-Kentucky, chairman of the House Budget Committee, issued the following statement on Feb. 27, 2021:
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Moments ago the U.S. House of Representatives passed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (H.R. 1319), a reconciliation bill spearheaded by House Budget Chairman John Yarmuth (D-KY-03). The legislation will deliver President Biden's American Rescue Plan, providing critical COVID relief and economic support to the American people while addressing t more
Chairwoman Velazquez Issues Statement on House Passage of American Rescue Plan Act
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-New York, chairwoman of the House Small Business Committee, issued the following statement on Feb. 27, 2021:
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House Small Business Committee Chairwoman Nydia M. Velazquez (D-NY) issued the following statement after the House passed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, which would provide $50B in relief funding to small businesses:
"It's long been clear that small businesses are in dire need of more support. In 2021, economic data and sur more
Civil Rights Organizations Urge Dr. Cardona to Advance Civil Rights and Equity
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Leading civil rights organizations held a telephone press briefing today to discuss Dr. Miguel Cardona's historic confirmation as Secretary of the Department of Education and how he can begin restoring the department's commitment to students' civil rights and equal educational opportunity for all after Betsy DeVos' harmful agenda of discrimination and exclusion.
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CMS Announces Additional Navigator Funding to Support Marketplace Special Enrollment Period
BALTIMORE, Maryland, March 2 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is making approximately $2.3 million in additional funding available to current Navigator grantees in Federally-facilitated Marketplace (FFM) states to support the outreach, education and enrollment efforts around the 2021 Special Enrollment Period (SEP) that runs throug more
Coalition for a Democratic Workforce Statement: Business Leaders Respond to President Biden's Remarks on Union Organizing
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The Coalition for a Democratic Workforce issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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The Coalition for a Democratic Workplace (CDW), composed of hundreds of organizations representing millions of businesses that employ tens of millions of workers nationwide in nearly every industry, released the following statement today in response to President Joe Biden's remarks yesterday regarding union organizing where he said, "It's a vitally important choice - one that more
CoPIRG: Study - CFPB Complaints Shattered Records in 2020, Exposing How COVID-19 Pandemic Battered Consumer Finances
DENVER, Colorado, March 2 (TNSRep) -- The Colorado Public Interest Research Group issued the following news release:
Consumer complaints about problems with financial companies such as banks, credit bureaus and debt collectors rose by more than 50 percent in 2020 and set new records for each month of the year, according to a new report from the CoPIRG Foundation. The report, Consumers In Peril, which analyzed complaints received by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), was released M more
Council for Exceptional Children President Statement on the Confirmation of Dr. Miguel Cardona
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 2 -- The Council for Exceptional Children issued the following statement by President Dennis Cavitt:
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"On behalf of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), an organization of educators passionately united around supporting students with disabilities, I offer my congratulations to Dr. Miguel Cardona, our nation's new Secretary of Education.
Dr. Cardona has committed his career to public education, from teaching to leading at the school, district, and state l more
CSIS Issues Commentary on China on March 1
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on March 1, 2021:
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Double Feature!
By William Alan Reinsch
Senior Adviser and Scholl Chair in International Business
This week I want to continue last week's discussion about the conflict between trade rules and other, non-trade priorities, and then I will succumb to the opportunity to say "I told you so" regarding partisanship about China.
Rules conflicts came up again when a gro more
CSIS Issues Commentary on Pandemic-Centered Foreign Policy
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on March 1, 2021:
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Embracing a Pandemic-Centered Foreign Policy
By Gregory B. Poling
Senior Fellow for Southeast Asia and Director, Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative
Addressing the Covid-19 crisis will be the Biden administration's overriding priority in the months ahead. The administration plans to acquire enough doses for 300 million Americans by July. Afterward, staying ahea more
CSIS Issues Commentary on Russia Climate Policy Evolution
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on March 1, 2021:
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Back to the Future? Russia's Climate Policy Evolution
By Georgy Safonov
Visiting Fellow, Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program
In early 1970s, the Soviet climatologist Mikhail Budyko presented a new theory of global warming. He posited that any changes in carbon dioxide levels caused by natural geological processes had been overtaken by human activity, and that a s more
David Miliband Responds to Insufficient Funding Galvanized at Yemen Pledging Conference
NEW YORK, March 2 -- The International Rescue Committee issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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David Miliband, President and CEO at the International Rescue Committee, said, "The news that today's UN pledging conference on Yemen resulted in less than half of what was asked for and necessary to save lives is a symbol of global retreat from addressing critical global problems.
With a $2 billion shortfall, the decisions today of the richest countries in the world to wash their ha more
Del. Amata Welcomes $1.2 Million in 2021 Housing and Urban Development Grants
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Del. Amata Radewagen, R-American Samoa, issued the following news release:
Congresswoman Uifaatali Amata welcomed 2021 funds from three Housing and Urban Development (HUD) programs for a total of $1,224,593.
The largest of the three grants is a Community Development Block Grant (CBDG) of $886,964, with a HOME program grant of $260,423, and an Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) of $77,206. Each fiscal year, Congress appropriates budgeted funds for all federal departments and more
Del. Norton Pleased With New Review by Department of Defense of Rule Restricting Public Access to Washington Channel
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C., issued the following news release:
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) said she was pleased with the response she received from the Department of Defense (DoD) to her letter requesting that DoD Secretary Lloyd J. Austin direct the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to withdraw the proposed rule restricting public access to the Washington Channel. DoD said the rule would not be finalized until an agency head appointed by Preside more
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: GOP Mayors Say 'The Need Is Real' While Senate Republicans Continue to Oppose Urgent Relief Plan
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
New reporting from USA Today highlights how despite Republican mayors from across the country calling for Congress to pass President Joe Biden and Democrats' COVID-19 relief package, Senate Republicans remain steadfastly against the urgently needed aid. As Democrats move forward with the bill, fulfilling their promise of beating this pandemic and delivering economic support to more
Edit Boards Throw Support Behind Menendez-Led Immigration Reform
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
Leading, independent editorial boards are expressing support for U.S. Senator Bob Menendez's (D-N.J.) efforts to reform the nation's broken immigration system, calling the U.S. Citizenship Act of 2021 "swinging for the upper deck," "a smart, good-faith effort that deserves consideration and support," and a "blueprint of what could amount to a major course correction" after four years of "cruelty" under more
Environmental Integrity Project: Environmental Advocates Ask President Biden EPA to Address Chesapeake Bay Stormwater Runoff
WASHINGTON, March 2 (TNSRep) -- The Environmental Integrity Project issued the following news on March 1, 2021:
The Environmental Integrity Project and thirteen other environmental advocates sent a letter to the Biden Administration EPA demanding stronger EPA action to enforce the Chesapeake Bay cleanup, with more aggressive enforcement actions aimed in particular towards Pennsylvania and Maryland and their urban and suburban stormwater pollution.
The letter reads in part:
"Stormwater runoff more
Extremist Content Online: Counter Extremism Project Continues to Find Pro-ISIS Propaganda on YouTube
NEW YORK, March 2 -- The Counter Extremism Project issued the following news release:
The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports weekly on the methods used by extremists to exploit the Internet and social media platforms to recruit followers and incite violence. Last week, CEP researchers located a YouTube video advertising a pro-ISIS propaganda website. Additionally, CEP researchers located a copy of the thirteenth issue of the pro-ISIS web magazine "Voice of Hind" on the Internet Archive tha more
Following White House Statement on Amazon, AFL-CIO Urges Passage of PRO Act
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The AFL-CIO issued the following statement:
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Statement from AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka following President Biden's video statement on the right to organize:
President Biden is right: Every worker should have the free and fair choice to join a union.
The burdens of this pandemic have fallen squarely on the shoulders of America's workers, who are toiling through unprecedented challenges just to keep food on the table. Now more than ever, we need our voices hea more
For Judge Merrick Garland, a Quiet Confirmation Hearing With Some Positive Engagement on Media Law
WASHINGTON, March 2 (TNSRes) -- The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press issued the following news:
In connection with his nomination to be the next attorney general of the United States, Judge Merrick Garland went before the Senate Judiciary Committee last week in an appearance that largely avoided setting off fireworks. Reporters Committee staff tuned in with an eye to Judge Garland's record on media law and technology issues while on the bench, which my colleagues previewed in a spe more
General Services Administration: Federal Acquisition Service - New Leadership, Renewed Commitment
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The General Services Administration issued the following commentary on March 1, 2021:
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Federal Acquisition Service: New Leadership, Renewed Commitment
By Sonny Hashmi
Commissioner for GSA Federal Acquisition Service
Over the last two months, we've all seen a lot of change: from ringing in a new year and a presidential administration transition, to the ramping up of plans for mass COVID-19 vaccination sites across the country. I've made my own transition -- on Jan more
Gov. Newsom and Legislature Announcement Brings California One Step Closer to Returning to Campus
BURLINGAME, California, March 2 -- The California Teachers Association issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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California Teachers Association President E. Toby Boyd issued the following statement as Gov. Gavin Newsom, Senate President Pro Tem Toni Atkins, and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon announce an agreement to return to in-person teaching and learning:
"The plan announced today by Gov. Newsom and legislative leaders gets us one step closer to rejoining our students for in more
Hispanic Federation: National Latino Leaders Condemn Comments by Goya Foods CEO Robert Unanue at Conservative Political Action Conference 2021
NEW YORK, March 2 -- The Hispanic Federation issued the following news release:
During this weekend's Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) 2021 in Orlando, Florida Goya Foods CEO, Robert Unanue, said that former President Donald Trump was "the real, the legitimate, and the still actual president" of the United States. This is a lie and Mr. Unanue must be held accountable for his words.
Mr. Unanue has made clear his preference for former President Trump and spoke publicly in favor of more
Homeland Security: Readout of Secretary Mayorkas' Call With Guatemalan Minister of Foreign Affairs, Pedro Brolo
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release:
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas spoke by phone on Friday, February 26 with Guatemalan Minister of Foreign Affairs Pedro Brolo.
They noted the strong bilateral relationship between the United States and Guatemala, and pledged continued future cooperation. Secretary Mayorkas and Minister Brolo discussed President Biden's strategy to stem irregular migration, agreeing on the nee more
Homeland Security: Readout of Secretary Mayorkas' Call With Honduran Minister of Foreign Affairs, Lisandro Rosales
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release:
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas spoke by phone on Friday, February 26 with Honduran Minister of Foreign Affairs Lisandro Rosales.
They acknowledged the strong relationship between the United States and Honduras, and their shared desire to continue building a productive and collaborative partnership.
Secretary Mayorkas discussed the Biden-Harris Administration's comprehensive more
Homeland Security: Readout of Secretary Mayorkas' Call With Salvadoran Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alexandra Hill Tinoco
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release:
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas spoke on Friday, February 26 with Salvadoran Minister of Foreign Affairs Alexandra Hill Tinoco.
Secretary Mayorkas thanked the Foreign Minister for El Salvador's partnership with the United States and Foreign Minister Hill underscored her great appreciation for President Biden's humane approach to immigration.
During the conversation, Secretar more
House Majority Leader Hoyer Statement on Women's History Month
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, D-Maryland, issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today marking the beginning of Women's History Month:
"Today, we mark the beginning of Women's History Month, which we celebrate throughout the month of March. We remember and honor the courage and resolve of the women who worked tirelessly to secure the right to vote and ratify the Nineteenth Am more
House Speaker Pelosi Issues Dear Colleague on American Rescue Plan Day of Action on March 5
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-California, issued the following Dear Colleague on March 1, 2021:
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Dear Democratic Colleague,
Last week, thanks to the courage and commitment of our Democratic Caucus, the House passed the American Rescue Plan - taking a momentous step forward to ensure that, as President Biden promised, Help Is On The Way. Our Chairs, Members and staff can take great pride in their leadership on this legislation to save lives and livelihoods.
As the more
House Speaker Pelosi Issues Dear Colleague on Passage of American Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-California, issued the following Dear Colleague on Feb. 27, 2021:
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Dear Democratic Colleague,
This morning, President Biden graciously called to thank us for passing the American Rescue Plan. As I convey his appreciation to you, I do so with great pride in the commitment and courage of our Caucus to meet the needs of the American people.
Late last night, in passing the American Rescue Plan, the Congress took a momentous step forward t more
IASLC Urges Priority Global Access to the COVID-19 Vaccine for People Impacted by Lung Cancer
DENVER, Colorado, March 2 -- The International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer issued the following news release:
On February 17, 2021, the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer joined 110 organizations and cancer centers to send a letter to President Joseph R. Biden, key members of the administration and leading public health officials at state health departments to underscore the importance of prioritizing people with active cancer and survivors of cancer when admini more
In Virtual Discussion With NH Health Care Advocates, Sen. Shaheen Urges Granite Staters to Sign Up for Coverage During ACA Special Enrollment Period
MANCHESTER, New Hampshire, March 2 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) hosted a virtual meeting with Protect Our Care, Covering NH and health care advocates to highlight the 2021 Special Health Insurance Enrollment Period that was announced by President Biden in January. Shaheen also discussed her new legislation, the Improving Health Insurance Affordability Act, which would expand coverage to more than more
Institute for Energy Research: Energy Strategy South of the Border
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The Institute for Energy Research issued the following statement:
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Mexico's President, Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, plans to buy nearly 2 million tons of thermal coal from small producers and to reactivate a pair of coal-fired plants on the Texas border, which were being phased out as natural gas and renewables took a more prominent role in Mexico's energy mix. Further, Lopez Obrador is curtailing Mexico's deployment what many think of as "clean" energy. Mexico's pr more
Interior Investing Over $260 Million to Help Create Jobs and Revitalize Land in Coal Communities
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
As part of the Biden-Harris administration's commitment to helping stabilize communities hit hardest by the decrease in demand for coal energy, the Department of the Interior today announced the availability of more than $260 million for states and Tribes to support reclamation efforts in fiscal year 2021. More than $152.22 million is now available through the Surface Mining Control an more
International Refugee Assistance Project Calls for Emergency Increase in Refugee Admissions
NEW YORK, March 2 -- The International Refugee Assistance Project issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
The International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP) calls on President Biden to immediately sign the Proposed Emergency Presidential Determination (PD) and allow for additional refugees to be admitted this Fiscal Year.
The Biden Administration recently submitted the Report to Congress on the Proposed Emergency Presidential Determination, which emphasized the urgent need for inc more
Internet Governance Project: March 1 Narrative
ATLANTA, Georgia, March 2 -- The Georgia Institute of Technology School of Public Policy's Internet Governance Project issued the March 1, 2021, edition of The Narrative:
India and other Asian countries are asserting control over content on platforms. The European Commission tries to explain to the ICANN community how and why it is asserting jurisdiction over domain names. The Biden administration makes a clean break with the Trump Administration's State Department on handling cyber issues.
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Long Overdue -- International Federation of Professional & Technical Engineers, AFGE Urge Biden Administration to Remove SSA Leadership
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
IFPTE and AFGE sent a joint request the Biden Administration today, alerting the President that, "under the leadership of Commissioner Saul and Deputy Commissioner Black, SSA has achieved the distinction of being one of the most anti-labor agencies in the entire federal government."
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February 25, 2021
To: Hon. Joe Biden, President, United States more
Marking 27 Years of the Brady Bill, Brady Calls for Action to Further Prevent Gun Violence
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence issued the following statement on Feb. 28, 2021:
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On the 27th anniversary of the enactment of the landmark Brady Bill, which fundamentally altered our nation's gun safety laws and has stopped over 3.5 million firearm sales to prohibited gun purchasers, Brady reiterates the call for common-sense solutions that keep all Americans safe.
Under a Biden-Harris Administration and with a gun violence prevention majority in both c more
Medical Alley Association Releases Statement on President Biden's Recent Executive Order
ST. LOUIS PARK, Minnesota, March 2 -- Medical Alley Association issued the following statement on March 1, 2021, by President and CEO Steffen Hovard:
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Medical Alley Association Interim President and CEO Steffen Hovard released the following statement today regarding President Biden's Executive Order on Securing America's Critical Supply Chains:
"The Medical Alley Association applauds today's Executive Order aimed at creating and securing a resilient supply chain. The COVID-19 pandemic hi more
National Grocers Association Moves to New Office in the Heart of Washington, D.C.
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 2 -- The National Grocers Association issued the following news on March 1, 2021:
The National Grocers Association (NGA), the trade association representing the $131 billion independent supermarket industry, announced today it has relocated from Arlington, Va., to Washington, D.C. The move comes as NGA is working closely with the Biden administration and Congress to advocate for independent grocers on a variety of issues as they continue serving communities across the more
National Park Service: Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Wright Brothers National Memorial Break January Visitation Records
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service issued the following news release:
Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) and Wright Brothers National Memorial had the highest levels of visitation in January 2021 than any other January on record.
At the Seashore, January visitation records have been broken the last three years. In January 2021, the Seashore hosted 86,991 visits, an increase of 5,000 visits over January 2020 and 14,000 more visits than Jan more
National Republican Senatorial Committee: Schumer Vs. AOC, Part III: 'This Is Not Okay'
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The National Republican Senatorial Committee issued the following news release:
Last week, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez slammed the Biden Administration for reopening a migrant facility for children, tweeting "This is not okay, never has been okay, never will be okay - no matter the administration or party."
Where's Chuck Schumer?
Last year, when the Trump Administration opened these migrant facilities for children, Schumer harshly criticized the administratio more
National Wildlife Federation: Council on Environmental Quality Nominee Brenda Mallory Brings Expertise, Understanding of Climate Crisis, Environmental Justice
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The National Wildlife Federation issued the following statement:
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Brenda Mallory, the Biden Administration's nominee to chair the Council on Environmental Quality, will bring vital experience in pursuing environmental justice focused solutions that address the climate and biodiversity crisis, which is crucial for authentically and successfully engaging with frontline communities most impacted by these crises.
"Working to overcome the monumental challenges imposed b more
Nature Conservancy: New Study: U.S. Needs to Double Nursery Production
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 2 (TNSJou) -- The Nature Conservancy issued the following news:
In order to realize the potential of reforestation in the United States, the nation's tree nurseries need to increase seedling production by an additional 1.7 billion each year, a 2.3-fold increase over current nursery production. Currently the nation produces 1.3 billion seedlings per year. These numbers, taken from a new study, show the promise of increased nursery output as a way to fight climate chang more
North Carolina Democratic Party: N&O Editorial Highlights Biden's Medicaid Expansion Incentive as NCGA Republicans 'Are Running Out of Reasons' to Oppose It
RALEIGH, North Carolina, March 2 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party issued the following news:
A new op-ed from the News & Observer editorial board urges Republican lawmakers in the state legislature to accept the Medicaid expansion incentive in the American Rescue Plan if it passes the Senate.
For years, Republicans in the North Carolina General Assembly have blocked Medicaid expansion, "but fortunately for the state's working poor it's an issue about which Democrats are tireless." Now, B more
North Carolina League of Conservation Voters: Granholm Confirmed, Haaland Still Stalled
RALEIGH, North Carolina, March 2 (TNSPer) -- The North Carolina League of Conservation Voters issued the following news release:
It's a tale of two nominees for President Biden's Cabinet, both of whom will be key players in implementing his commitments to aggressively promoting clean energy, protecting natural resources, and reducing carbon emissions: former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm for Secretary of Energy and Rep. Deb Haaland of New Mexico for Secretary of the Interior.
Last week, the more
Northeastern University: Local Pharmacies and Global Systems - Two Ways to Improve COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 2 -- Northeastern University issued the following news:
As COVID-19 vaccines slowly make their way into the arms of people around the world, two faculty members at Northeastern consider ways to make distribution more equitable at the local and global levels.
Todd Brown, vice chair of the Department of Pharmacy and Health Systems, says that states should prioritize small, neighborhood pharmacies over large chains to distribute the vaccine while supplies are low and more
Pharmaceutical Care Management Association Launches New Campaign Aimed at Repealing the Medicare Prescription Drug Rebate Rule
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association issued the following news release:
The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) unveiled a new campaign commending the Biden Administration for delaying the Medicare prescription drug rebate rule, while calling for a complete Congressional repeal.
"We applaud the Biden Administration for delaying the rebate rule's effective date in order to further examine the rule's impact on Medicare beneficiaries," said JC Scott, more
Physicians for Human Rights: Biden Administration Must Provide Redress for Survivors, Accountability for Perpetrators of Family Separation Policy
NEW YORK, March 2 -- Physicians for Human Rights issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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In response to comments made today by Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, the following statement is attributable to Donna McKay, executive director of Physicians for Human Rights:
"Family separation was one of the defining abuses of the Trump era, constituting a profound stain on the conscience of the United States. As Physicians for Human Rights has documented, the U.S. gov more
President Biden Issues Proclamation on American Red Cross Month
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- President Biden issued the following proclamation on March 1, 2021, on American Red Cross Month:
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Throughout our country's history, the humanitarian spirit of the American people has shined as a beacon of hope in times of crisis. It is written in our DNA that when hardship strikes, we come together to ensure that no one faces it alone. It is in that spirit that we celebrate American Red Cross Month, a chance to honor all those selfless Americans who step up and lend more
President Biden Issues Proclamation on Irish-American Heritage Month
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- President Biden issued the following proclamation on March 1, 2021, on Irish-American Heritage Month:
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Since before the founding of our Nation, Irish immigrants have arrived on our shores with an unyielding spirit of determination that has helped define America's soul and shape our success across generations. Driven by the same dreams that still beckon people the world over to America today, so many crossed the Atlantic with nothing but the hope in their hearts and more
President Biden Issues Proclamation on National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- President Biden issued the following proclamation on March 1, 2021, on National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month:
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For my family, for the Vice President's family, and for millions of families across our Nation, the fight against cancer is personal. Too many of us know the sinking feeling of shock and devastation when a loved one receives a diagnosis of cancer -- too many of us know the unspeakable pain when the fight cannot be won. Each year, colorectal cancer clai more
President Biden Issues Proclamation on National Consumer Protection Week
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- President Biden issued the following proclamation on March 1, 2021, on National Consumer Protection Week:
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American families are grappling with the devastating challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic crisis with courage and resilience every day. In this moment of crisis, the last thing any of us should have to contend with are predators in the consumer marketplace seeking to take advantage of us, exploit our personal data, or invade our digital privacy. more
President Biden Issues Proclamation on Proclamation on Women's History Month
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- President Biden issued the following proclamation on March 1, 2021, on Women's History Month:
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Each year, Women's History Month offers an important opportunity for us to shine a light on the extraordinary legacy of trailblazing American women and girls who have built, shaped, and improved upon our Nation.
Throughout American history, women and girls have made vital contributions, often in the face of discrimination and undue hardship. Courageous women marched for more
President Biden Issues Proclamation on Read Across America Day
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- President Biden issued the following proclamation on March 1, 2021, on Read Across America Day:
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I have always believed that America's children are the kite strings that keep our national ambitions aloft -- the more we do today to spark their curiosity, their confidence, and their imaginations, the stronger our country will be tomorrow. The key to developing young learners into engaged, active, and innovative thinkers is instilling in them a love of reading at an ea more
President Biden Issues Remarks on American Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- President Biden issued the following remarks on Feb. 27, 2021:
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THE PRESIDENT: Good morning, folks. For a few weeks now, an overwhelming percentage of the American public has made it clear that they support my American Rescue Plan. And the House of Representatives took the first step toward making it a reality.
And I want to thank -- and I called her just a few moments ago -- Nancy Pelosi for her extraordinary -- Speaker Pelosi -- for her extraordinary leadership more
President Biden Issues Statement on Emergency Use Authorization of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- President Biden issued the following statement on Feb. 27, 2021, regarding the emergency use authorization of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine:
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After a rigorous, open, and objective scientific review process, the Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization for a third safe and effective vaccine to help us defeat the COVID-19 pandemic -- the Janssen COVID-19 (Johnson & Johnson) vaccine. This is exciting news for all Americans, and an enc more
President Biden, Mexican President Lopez Obrador Issue Remarks Before Virtual Bilateral Meeting
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The White House issued the following remarks on March 1, 2021, by President Biden and Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador before a virtual bilateral meeting:
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PRESIDENT BIDEN: It's great to be with you, Mr. President. You know, this is -- my second call to a foreign leader in my third day as President was you. And now you're my second virtual meeting with a foreign leader, and that's not by accident. The important of our relation- -- the importance of our more
Protect Our Care: Biden Keeps Health Care Promises, Announces Additional Funding to Boost ACA Special Enrollment Period
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Protect Our Care issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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As first reported in Axios, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announced an additional $2.3 million in funding for Navigators that will help people enroll in coverage during the current special enrollment period that runs through May 15, 2021. This is in addition to the $50 million in outreach and education funding announced last month. In response, Protect Our Care Chair Leslie Dach issu more
Public Citizen: Biden Can Freeze Potentially Dozens of Harmful, Last-Minute Trump Regulatory Rollbacks
WASHINGTON, March 2 (TNSRes) -- Public Citizen issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
The Biden administration should expand its regulatory freeze memo to include at least 25 additional harmful, last-minute Trump deregulatory actions that violated the Congressional Review Act (CRA), Public Citizen said in a report released today. Due to those violations, none of the rollbacks took legal effect until after Biden issued his regulatory freeze memo on Jan. 20. Biden now can freeze thes more
Rand Issues Commentary on Iran Nuclear Deal
SANTA MONICA, California, March 2 -- Rand issued the following commentary on March 1, 2021:
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Why Biden Can't Turn Back the Clock on the Iran Nuclear Deal
By Raphael S. Cohen
Associate Director, Strategy and Doctrine Program, RAND Project AIR FORCE; Senior Political Scientist
As a presidential candidate, Joe Biden promised to "rejoin the [Iran nuclear] agreement and use our renewed commitment to diplomacy to work with our allies to strengthen and extend it." As president, Biden has take more
Rep Lieu Appointed Co-Chair Of House Bipartisan Antisemitism Task Force
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Ted Lieu, D-California, issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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Congressman Ted W. Lieu (D-Los Angeles County) issued the following statement after being named co-Chair of the House Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism. The Task Force, which includes Representatives Ted Deutch (D-FL), Chris Smith (R-NJ), Marc Veasey (D-TX), Kay Granger (R-TX), Grace Meng (D-NY), Randy Weber (R-TX), and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), will work with the Biden Adm more
Rep. Axne, Iowa House Members Push Biden Administration to Employ New COVID-19 Vaccine for Rural Areas
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Cynthia Axne, D-Iowa, issued the following news release:
Rep. Cindy Axne (IA-03) joined Reps. Ashley Hinson (IA-01), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), and Randy Feenstra (IA-04) to urge the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to utilize the newly approved COVID-19 vaccine to ramp up vaccination efforts in Iowa's rural areas.
The new COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson, which only requires one do more
Rep. Boyle, Sen. Warren, Rep. Jayapal Introduce Ultra-Millionaire Tax on Fortunes Over $50 Million
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), a member of the Senate Finance Committee, and Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), a member of the House Budget Committee today unveiled the Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act.
The Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act would level the playing field and narrow the racial wealth more
Rep. Brown: 'It's Not Credible for the Hogan Administration to Blame Low Minority Vaccination Rates Solely on Vaccine Hesitancy'
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Anthony Brown, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
Congressman Anthony G. Brown (MD-04) released the following statement regarding Maryland's slow and inequitable rollout of vaccines. Today, the Baltimore City Senate delegation sent a letter to Governor Hogan urging action to address racial equity issues in the state's vaccination program. A Becker's Hospital Review study of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data showed Maryland ranked 48th more
Rep. Bush Urges Biden Administration to Overrule Senate Parliamentarian
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Cori Bush, D-Missouri, issued the following news release:
Congresswoman Cori Bush (MO-01) and Congressman Ro Khanna (CA-17) sent a letter to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris urging the administration to overrule the Senate parliamentarian's decision not to include a $15 minimum wage in the Budget Reconciliation package. Citing both concrete precedent and the severity of the economic crisis, the letter requests that the arcane Byrd Rule be disregar more
Rep. Castro & Sen. Blumenthal Commend Biden-Harris Administration for Commitment to Reunite Separated Families Here in U.S., Urge Congress to Take Legislative Action
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, issued the following joint statement with Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut:
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U.S. Representative Joaquin Castro (TX-20) and U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), authors of the Families Belong Together Act, issued the following joint statement after the Biden-Harris administration's announcement to allow families separated by the Trump administration the option to reunite in the United States:
"We commend the Biden-Harris admin more
Rep. Connolly: Progressives Urge Biden Administration to Overrule Senate Parliamentarian
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Gerald "Gerry" Connolly, D-Virginia, issued the following news:
Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) joined Rep. Ro Khanna (CA-17) and 22 of their colleagues in sending a letter to President Joe Biden & Vice President Kamala Harris urging them to overrule the Senate parliamentarian's decision not to include a $15 minimum wage in the Budget Reconciliation package. Citing both concrete precedent and the severity of the economic crisis, their letter requests that the arcane Byrd more
Rep. Costa Votes for American Rescue Plan: Relief on Way for Struggling Americans, Local Communities
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Jim Costa, D-California, issued the following news release:
Congressman Jim Costa (CA-16) released the following statement after the passage of the American Rescue Plan, President Biden's landmark legislation that will work to crush the COVID-19 virus, return children safely to the classroom, get vaccines to the people and provide financial relief to struggling Americans and local governments:
"Though the arrival of vaccines has improved, more needs to be done to gi more
Rep. DeLauro Helps Pass American Rescue Plan to Provide Life-Saving Resources to Fight Virus and Help Children and Families
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Connecticut, issued the following statement:
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House Appropriations Committee Chair Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) released the following statement on the House passage of the American Rescue Plan, coronavirus relief legislation to end the spread of COVID-19 and provide direct relief to families and communities:
"This week, we marked the horrific milestone of 500,000 lives lost in the United States. With this rescue package, House Democrats are taking more
Rep. Deutch: House Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism Relaunches in 117th Congress
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Ted Deutch, D-Florida, issued the following joint statement:
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U.S. Representatives Ted Deutch (D-FL), Chris Smith (R-NJ), Marc Veasey (D-TX), Kay Granger (R-TX), Grace Meng (D-NY), Randy Weber (R-TX), Ted Lieu (D-CA), and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) announced the launch the Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism in the House of Representatives for the 117th Congress.
As the co-Chairs of the Task Force, the Members of Congress issued the following joint more
Rep. Foxx Issues Statement on Budget Bill
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-North Carolina, ranking Republican member of the House Education and Labor Committee, issued the following statement on Feb. 27, 2021:
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Education and Labor Committee Republican Leader Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement after Democrats passed their partisan budget reconciliation scheme, squandering $1.9 trillion while only allocating nine percent to support COVID-19 related public health initiatives:
"We need to call this bill more
Rep. Foxx Issues Statement on Cardona's Confirmation as Education Secretary
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-North Carolina, ranking Republican member of the House Education and Labor Committee, issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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Education and Labor Committee Republican Leader Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate voted to confirm Miguel Cardona as President Biden's Secretary of Education:
"Education is under attack in our country. The teachers' unions and left wing special interest groups are keepin more
Rep. Higgins Commends Edwards' Letter to Biden, Calls for State-Level Reforms in Support of Oil and Gas Jobs
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Clay Higgins, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) sent a letter today to Governor John Bel Edwards commending him for pushing back against the Biden administration's job-killing energy policies and calling on the Governor to implement additional state-level reforms to support oil and gas jobs.
The letter reads, in part, "I commend you for respectfully standing against the Biden administration's day-one dec more
Rep. Himes Reintroduces Reclamation of War Powers Act
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Jim Himes, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) introduced The Reclamation of War Powers Act, a bill that would explicitly return the power to declare and wage war back to Congress, as the Constitution requires.
"The power to make war is explicitly granted to Congress in Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution," said Himes. "But, in recent years, Congress has given up more and more of this responsibility, imbuing the Presi more
Rep. Hinson Asks Biden Administration for Answers on School Reopening
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
Congresswoman Ashley Hinson sent a letter to President Biden requesting specific information on his Administration's plan to get children and teachers back in the classroom quickly and safely.
In a letter, Hinson specifically asked about coordination between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Department of Education to ensure schools are equipped to reopen. She expressed her willingness to more
Rep. Hinson Joins Iowa House Members to Push Biden Administration to Employ New COVID-19 Vaccine for Rural Areas
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
Rep. Ashley Hinson (IA-01) joined Reps. Cindy Axne, Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), and Randy Feenstra (IA-04) to urge the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to utilize the newly approved COVID-19 vaccine to ramp up vaccination efforts in Iowa's rural areas.
The new COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson, which only requires one dose and more
Rep. Jayapal and Sen. Warren Introduce Wealth Tax on Fortunes Over $50 Million
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Washington, issued the following news:
U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus and a member of the House Budget Committee, joined U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and U.S. Representative Brendan Boyle (PA-02) today in introducing the Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act, which would level the playing field and narrow the racial wealth gap by asking the wealthiest 100,000 American households -- the top more
Rep. Jones Joins Fellows Progressives in Urging Biden Administration to Overrule Senate Parliamentarian
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Mondaire Jones, D-New York, issued the following news release:
Congressman Mondaire Jones (D-NY) joined Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) and 21 fellow members of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, in sending a letter to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris urging them to overrule the Senate parliamentarian's decision not to include a $15 minimum wage in the Budget Reconciliation package. Citing both concrete precedent and the severity of the economic crisis, more
Rep. Kaptur Highlights Support for Northern Ohio Families and Localities in American Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release:
Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), released the following statement highlighting the wins for Northern Ohio families, communities, small businesses, and essential workers included in the House-Passed American Rescue Plan. The American Rescue Plan, a comprehensive COVID-19 response package, passed them House on Saturday, February 27 and is now being considered in the Senate.
"The American Rescue Plan will provi more
Rep. Kaptur Statement Following House Passage of American Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release:
Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), released the following statement after the House of Representatives voted to pass President Joe Biden's American Rescue Plan, a comprehensive COVID relief bill the President unveiled his first day in office. The legislation strengthens support for American families and takes steps to steady the U.S. economy. The bill also includes a vital lifeline for American workers and reti more
Rep. Khanna on Syria Air Strikes
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-California, issued the following statement:
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Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA), Member of the House Armed Services Committee & Congressional Progressive Caucus Deputy Whip, issued the below statement following the news of President Biden's decision to conduct target air strikes in Syria:
"This makes President Biden the seventh consecutive US president to order strikes in the Middle East. There is absolutely no justification for a president to authorize a mili more
Rep. Khanna: Progressives Urge Biden Administration to Overrule Senate Parliamentarian
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-California, issued the following news release:
Progressive Caucus Deputy Whip Rep. Ro Khanna (CA-17) joined 22 of his colleagues in sending a letter to President Joe Biden & Vice President Kamala Harris urging them to overrule the Senate parliamentarian's decision not to include a $15 minimum wage in the Budget Reconciliation package. Citing both concrete precedent and the severity of the economic crisis, Khanna's letter requests that the arcane Byrd rul more
Rep. Larson Applauds Confirmation of Conn.'s Own Miguel Cardona as Secretary of Education
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following statement:
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Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) applauded the Senate's confirmation of Miguel Cardona as the Secretary of Education. Cardona is Meriden native, Central Connecticut State University alum, and most recently served as Connecticut's Commissioner of Education.
"Congratulations to Secretary Cardona on his confirmation today. I'm proud and excited to have a fellow public school teacher and Central grad as Se more
Rep. Lee Celebrates Women's History Month
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Barbara Lee, D-California, issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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Congresswoman Barbara Lee issued the following statement in recognition of the beginning of Women's History Month:
"Women's History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the immense contributions of women in the East Bay and across the country who paved the way for women to lead in government, science, education, and across all fields. This year, as we recognize generations of trailbl more
Rep. Levin Joins Reps. Khanna, Tlaib, Progressives Urging Biden Admin to Overrule Senate Parliamentarian on Minimum Wage
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Andy Levin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release:
Congressman Andy Levin (MI-09) joined Reps. Ro Khanna (CA-17), Rashida Tlaib (MI-13) and 20 other progressive members of Congress in sending a letter to President Joe Biden & Vice President Kamala Harris urging them to render their own decision as the representatives of the American people that a $15 minimum wage can be included in the American Rescue Plan under the Senate's current rules.
Citing both concre more
Rep. Malinowski Introduces Saudi Arabia Accountability for Gross Violations of Human Rights Act
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Tomaz Malinowski, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
Representatives Tom Malinowski (NJ-07), James P. McGovern (MA-02), and Andy Kim (NJ-03) introduced the Saudi Arabia Accountability for Gross Violations of Human Rights Act. Following the Director of National Intelligence report on the targeted assassination of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi, the bill ensures that travel sanctions are applied equally to all identified complicit parties--inc more
Rep. McCaul Responds to Reports of Ethnic Cleansing, Massacres of Civilians in Tigray Region
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Michael McCaul, R-Texas, ranking Republican member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement on Feb. 27, 2021:
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House Foreign Affairs Committee Lead Republican Michael McCaul has released the following statement in response to reports of ethnic cleansing and mass violence in the Tigray region of Ethiopia.
"The horrors detailed in the reports coming out of the Tigray region are incredibly concerning and I am looking into them furthe more
Rep. McEachin Celebrates Passage of Historic Equality Act to End Discrimination Against All LGBTQ Americans
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. A. Donald McEachin, D-Virginia, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Congressman A. Donald McEachin (VA-04) today issued the following statement on House passage of H.R. 5, the Equality Act, legislation he co-sponsored to ensure that all LGBTQ Americans are granted the full protections guaranteed by federal civil rights law:
"I was pleased to vote in favor of the Equality Act to defend civil rights for all and protect the livelihoods of LGBTQ people a more
Rep. Miller and Clay Marsh Discuss West Virginia's Vaccination Success in Ways and Means Subcommittee Hearing
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Carol Miller, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release:
Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) introduced and questioned Dr. Clay Marsh, the West Virginia COVID-19 Czar and Vice President and Executive Dean for Health Sciences at West Virginia University, at a Ways and Means Health Subcommittee hearing last Friday on the United States' COVID-19 vaccination efforts.
Dr. Marsh was invited to testify about the incredible implementation and success of West Virginia more
Rep. Miller-Meeks, Iowa House Members Push Biden Administration to Employ New COVID-19 Vaccine for Rural Areas
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined Reps. Ashley Hinson (IA-01), Cindy Axne (IA-03), and Randy Feenstra (IA-04), in a letter urging the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to utilize the newly approved COVID-19 vaccine to ramp up vaccination efforts in Iowa's rural areas.
The new COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson, wh more
Rep. Moulton, Gonzalez Lead More Than 170 Members of Congress in Call to Uphold Our Commitments to Supporting Human Rights, Rule of Law, Democratic Values
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
Anthony Gonzalez (R-OH) with House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Gregory Meeks (D-NY) and Ranking Member Michael McCaul (R-TX) sent a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken calling on the United States government to elevate human rights in the U.S.-Turkey relationship to address the troubling human rights abuses taking place under Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. More than 170 Members of more
Rep. Omar Joins Progressives to Urge Biden Administration to Overrule Senate Parliamentarian
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release:
Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) joined Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) and 21 of their colleagues in sending a letter to President Joe Biden & Vice President Kamala Harris urging them to overrule the Senate parliamentarian's decision not to include a $15 minimum wage in the Budget Reconciliation package. Citing both concrete precedent and the severity of the economic crisis, Khanna's letter requests that the arcane Byrd rule b more
Rep. Omar Reintroduces PAUL Act to Crack Down on Foreign Lobbyists
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, March 2 -- Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN) today reintroduced the Protect Against Unlawful Lobbying (PAUL) Act, which strengthens the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) and makes sure that lobbyists representing foreign countries act in good faith and operate with full transparency. The bill is a core part of H.R. 1, the For the People Act, expected to be introduced this week.
"We wil more
Rep. Pallone Issues Statement on FDA Authorization of Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 Vaccine
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following statement on Feb. 27, 2021:
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Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) released the following statement today after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted an emergency use authorization for Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine:
"Today's authorization of Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine brings us another step closer to th more
Rep. Pallone Issues Statement on House Passage of the American Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following statement on Feb. 27, 2021:
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Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) released the following statement today after the House of Representatives passed the American Rescue Plan:
"Tonight, the House passed an American Rescue Plan that struggling families desperately need to help stay afloat during this ongoing public health and econ more
Rep. Pallone: Congressional Leaders Push CDC, OSHA to Address Aerosol Transmission of COVID-19
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release:
Congressional leaders wrote a letter to the Biden Administration urging the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to update ventilation and respiratory protection guidance and standards to address aerosol transmission of the COVID-19 virus.
In the letter, the leaders praised more
Rep. Rodgers Issues Statement on President Biden $1.9 Trillion Stimulus Package
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Washington, ranking Republican member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following statement on Feb. 27, 2021:
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Energy and Commerce Committee Republican Leader Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) today issued the following statement regarding President Biden's $1.9 trillion package, the most expensive single bill in U.S. history.
"Since the start of COVID-19, Republicans, especially my colleagues on Energy and Commerce, more
Rep. Scalise Appears on Varney & Co
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following transcript of an interview on Fox Business Network's Varney & Co:
House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox Business Network's Varney & Co to discuss the devastating impacts of President Biden's job-killing policies, his failure to immediately reopen schools for in-person learning, and his less aggressive approach to distributing the COVID-19 vaccine. Whip Scalise contrasted these policy failures with the more
Rep. Scalise: HEAT Report
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following newsletter:
The HEAT Report is a weekly newsletter focusing on how members of the House Energy Action Team (HEAT) promote American energy security, and an all-of-the-above energy economy.
The Latest:
Last week, House Democrats advanced H.R. 803, their Partisan Wilderness Package. This package of eight divisive wilderness bills amounts to a federal land grab that ignores input from important local stakeholders and is more
Rep. Scalise: Pandemic Response Report
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following newsletter:
Pandemic Response Report is a weekly newsletter about America's response to the coronavirus pandemic from Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis (SSOCC) Republicans.
What's Important
Unprecedented Number of Children Missing from School: Shuttered schools across the country report an unprecedented number of children missing from school. One organization estimates as many as three million children ar more
Rep. Schrier Lauds Passage of American Rescue Plan COVID-19 Bill
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Kim Schrier, D-Washington, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) today voted in support of the American Rescue Plan Act, based on President Joe Biden's American Rescue Plan. The bill now goes to the Senate and President and is expected to be signed into law in the next few weeks.
"It has been almost a year to the day when our state had the first COVID cases and first death," said Rep. Schrier. "The American peopl more
Rep. Scott: Congressional Leaders Push CDC, OSHA to Address Aerosol Transmission of COVID-19
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Congressional leaders wrote a letter to the Biden administration urging the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to update ventilation and respiratory protection guidance and standards to address aerosol transmission of the COVID-19 virus. In the letter, the leade more
Rep. Slotkin Statement on Defensive Airstrikes Against Iranian-Backed Militia in Syria
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, issued the following statement:
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U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (MI-08) issued the following statement regarding the defense airstrike the U.S. carried out against an Iranian-backed militia in Syria that launched rocket attacks against U.S. bases in Iraq:
"Iran continues to support attacks on the United States, most recently the February 15 rocket attacks on a base in northern Iraq where a U.S. service member was wounded, and a civilian c more
Rep. Suozzi, House Democrats Pass COVID-19 Relief Package That Will Deliver Relief to New York
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Thomas Suozzi, D-New York, issued the following news release:
Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-Long Island, Queens) voted to pass President Biden's American Rescue Plan, a COVID-19 relief package that will meet the needs of millions of New Yorkers struggling through the pandemic.
Video of Suozzi speaking on the House floor in support of the relief package can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m01BcWy7-w0
The COVID-19 relief package will provide aid to state a more
Rep. Torres Votes to Pass the Biden American Rescue Plan to Deliver Urgent Relief to the American People
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-New York, issued the following news release:
Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) voted to pass H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act, landmark, life-saving legislation that will provide urgently-needed resources to defeat the virus, get vaccines in people's arms, put money into families' pockets, return children safely to the classroom, and put people back to work.
"Bronx families' lives and livelihoods have been devastated by the coronavirus pand more
Rep. Waters Applauds House Passage of American Rescue Plan, Urges Quick Senate Action
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Maxine Waters, D-California, issued the following statement:
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), Chairwoman of the House Committee on Financial Services, voted to pass H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act, a landmark, life-saving bill that will provide urgently-needed resources to defeat the virus, get vaccines in people's arms, put money into families' pockets, return children safely to the classroom, and put people back to work. The House of Representati more
Rep. Welch: House Passes $1.9 Trillion 'American Rescue Plan' COVID Relief Bill
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
Representative Peter Welch supported the House passed $1.9 trillion 'American Rescue Plan' COVID relief bill late Friday night. The bold bill is a top priority of both Rep. Welch and President Joe Biden and will raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour, extend federal unemployment insurance, deliver immediate financial relief to families, support small businesses and vaccinate more people throughout the country more
Reps. Cicilline, Langevin, McKee, Elorza Outline Ways House-Passed COVID Relief Package Will Benefit Rhode Island
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, March 2 -- Rep. David Cicilline, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Federal, state, and local leaders held a press conference at the Dunkin' Donuts Arena today and outlined ways Rhode Island is slated to benefit from the COVID relief package that the U.S. House passed early Saturday morning. The legislation includes $1,400 survival checks to put money in the pockets of working people, expanded unemployment benefits, a pay raise for near more
Reps. Houlahan, Dean, Scanlon, Wild Call for a Better Vaccine Plan in PA
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
Representatives Chrissy Houlahan (PA-6), Madeleine Dean (PA-4), Mary Gay Scanlon (PA-5) and Susan Wild (PA-7) urged Governor Tom Wolf to review the current vaccination distribution plan, improve upon its weakness, and start thinking about the rollout for the 1B population now.
"We ask that you and your team begin the process of planning for 1B vaccination now, in parallel with continuing to improve more
Reps. Kaptur, Ryan, Sen. Brown Urge President Biden to Review Postal Contract in Light of Failure to Meet Electric Vehicle Standards
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release:
Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (D-OH-9), Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH), and Representative Tim Ryan (D-OH-13) wrote to President Biden urging him to halt a federal postal truck contract until a review can be conducted on whether inappropriate political influence was involved in the decision and whether the contract award is consistent with Biden's calls for an electrification of federal vehicles. Late last week, Pos more
Reps. Maloney, Reed Introduce Equal Rights Amendment
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-New York, issued the following news release:
On the first day of Women's History Month, Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney (D-NY) was joined by lead cosponsor Congressman Tom Reed (R-NY) in announcing the introduction of H.J. Res. 28, the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA).
H.J. Res. 28 would restart the amendment ratification process once passed by the House and Senate. The resolution number celebrates that the ERA would be the 28th Amendment to the U.S. more
Reps. Rodgers, Guthrie, Griffith Issue Statement on J&J COVID-19 Vaccine Emergency Use Authorization
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Washington, ranking Republican member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following joint statement on Feb. 27, 2021, with Reps. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia:
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Energy and Commerce Committee Republican Leader Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), Health Subcommittee Republican Leader Brett Guthrie (R-KY), and Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee Republican Leader Morgan Griffith (R-VA) released more
Reps. Ryan, Kaptur, Sen. Brown Urging President Biden to Review Postal Vehicle Contract in Light of Failure to Meet Electric Vehicle Standards
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Tim Ryan, D-Ohio, issued the following news release:
Representatives Tim Ryan (D-OH-13) and Marcy Kaptur (D-OH-9) and Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) wrote to President Biden urging him to halt a federal postal truck contract until a review can be conducted on whether inappropriate political influence was involved in the decision and whether the contract award is consistent with Biden's calls for an electrification of federal vehicles. Late last week, Postmaster Louis D more
Reps. Schakowsky, Bilirakis Joint Statement on Supply Chain Executive Order
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Illinois, issued the following joint statement with Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Florida:
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Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky and Congressman Gus Bilirakis, Chair and Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee's Consumer Protection and Commerce Subcommittee, released the following joint statement in response to President Joe Biden's Executive Order regarding America's supply chains:
"The President's Executive Order is a positive step to add more
Reps. Tiffany, Perry Introduce Bill to Scrap 'One China Policy,' Expand Diplomatic, Economic Ties With Taiwan
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
U.S. Reps. Tom Tiffany (WI-07) and Scott Perry (PA-10) introduced legislation calling for the U.S. to resume formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan and end the outdated and counter-productive "One China Policy." The bill (H. Con. Res. 21) also directs the Biden administration to support Taiwan's membership in international organizations, and to initiate negotiations with Taipei on crafting a U.S.-Taiwan Fr more
Sen. Baldwin Supports President Biden's Action to Expand Navigator Funding to Help More Americans Find Quality, Affordable Health Insurance Coverage
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today applauded President Joe Biden's announcement that he will provide funding for Affordable Care Act (ACA) enrollment navigators to help more Americans sign up for quality, affordable health insurance during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Navigators are trained to help individuals and families, especially in underserved communities, shop for and enroll more
Sen. Bennet Submits Statement for Congressional Record on Impeachment Trial
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet entered the following statement into the Congressional Record following the second impeachment trial of President Donald Trump:
For the second time in over a year, events compelled the Senate to hold an impeachment trial for President Donald Trump. By once more acquitting the President despite overwhelming evidence of his guilt, the Senate has more
Sen. Blunt Backs Bill to Require Congressional Approval Before Any Iran Sanctions Relief Is Granted
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Roy Blunt, R-Missouri, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
U.S. Senator Roy Blunt (Mo.), a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, announced that he is an original cosponsor of the Iran Sanctions Relief Review Act of 2021. The bill, introduced by U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty (Tenn.), would enable Congress to approve - or block - any administration effort to suspend or terminate U.S. sanctions against the Iranian regime.
"Easing sanctions more
Sen. Braun Statement on Vote Against Cardona for Secretary of Education
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following statement:
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Senator Braun released the following statement on his vote against Dr. Miguel Cardona as Secretary of Education:
"While building my business in my hometown I served on the local school board for 10 years, and I cannot support Dr. Cardona as Secretary of Education because I believe in school choice, which President Biden has vowed to work against.
"Competition is the key to innovation, and when parents h more
Sen. Collins Presses Administration to Preserve PPP Eligibility for New Owners of Small Businesses
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Susan Collins, a co-author of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), sent a letter calling on the Biden Administration to ensure that eligible small employers and their employees are able to access the PPP regardless of a change in business ownership.
Previous guidance issued last year advised that a business that was in operation on February 15, 2020, and subsequently changed hands could st more
Sen. Cornyn Slams President Biden's Radical DOJ Picks
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following remarks on March 1, 2021:
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U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) voiced concerns about some of President Biden's selections to fill deputy roles at the Department of Justice, namely Vanita Gupta, for Associate Attorney General, and Kristen Clarke, for Civil Rights Division head. Excerpts of Sen. Cornyn's remarks are below, and video can be found here.
"I'll also note that Judge Garland didn't really answer anything in his Q more
Sen. Cramer Statement on Opposing Cardona as Education Secretary
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-North Dakota, issued the following statement on March 1, 2021
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U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement after voting against Miguel Cardona's nomination to be Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education today:
"The Democrats' education agenda is a disaster from start to finish. It makes teachers' unions the decision makers, encourages students to pursue higher-education even if better opportunities exist, and promises t more
Sen. Duckworth Asks DNI Haines to Release Intelligence Community's Review of Alleged Russian Bounties
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), a member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) who served in the Reserve Forces for 23 years, today wrote to Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines urging her to issue a declassified public assessment or report on the Intelligence Community's (IC) review of the publicly-reported allegation that Russia offered bo more
Sen. Duckworth Votes to Confirm Cardona as Education Secretary
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today voted to confirm Dr. Miguel Cardona as United States Secretary of Education. Dr. Cardona was confirmed with a 64-33 vote to lead the Department of Education under President Biden and will be the first English-learner to serve in this role.
"As a long-time public school educator, Dr. Miguel Cardona has the experience, understanding and empath more
Sen. Durbin: We Must Pass American Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
In a speech on the Senate floor, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today called on his Senate colleagues to support President Joe Biden's American Rescue Plan, which would deliver economic relief to American families and small businesses amid the COVID-19 pandemic. President Biden's American Rescue Plan is a historic legislative package designed to change the course of the more
Sen. Feinstein Supports Efforts to Reunite Families Separated at Border
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-California, issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) released the following statement on the decision announced today by the Department of Homeland Security to allow families separated by the Trump administration at the border the option to be reunified in the United States:
"The Biden administration's decision to allow families separated at the border to be reunified in the United States is a we more
Sen. Fischer: No More Than Nine
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Nebraska, issued the following column entitled "No More Than Nine":
In the months since the Senate confirmed Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, many of my Democratic colleagues have come out in support of court packing, by which they would expand the Supreme Court beyond its long-established size of nine justices. They argue that this drastic step is necessary to "depoliticize" the court and "strengthen its independence." In reality, adding justic more
Sen. Lee, Colleagues Urge CDC to Help Reopen Schools
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, issued the following news release:
Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) on Friday led his colleagues in sending a letter to Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Rochelle Walensky regarding their concerns about continued school closures and their harmful effects on children, parents, and the economy, as documented in recent research. In light of scientific research showing low community transmission in schools, especially among younger children more
Sen. Manchin Praises Interior's Investment in Coal Communities to Help Create Jobs and Revitalize Land
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Senator Joe Manchin, Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, announced the availability of more than $260 million for states and Tribes to support reclamation efforts in fiscal year 2021. More than $152.22 million will now be available through the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act's (SMCRA) Ab more
Sen. Marshall Submits Op-Ed to Fox News.com
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following op-ed on March 1, 2021, to the Fox News.com:
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Sen. Marshall Op-ed: Biden's Gender Discrimination Executive Order Will Destroy Women's Sports
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. penned an op-ed for FOX News about President Biden's efforts to allow biological boys to compete in girls' athletics, saying in part, "On the very first day of his presidency, Joe Biden took one giant leap backward for women's rights when he more
Sen. Marshall Votes Against Nomination for Education Secretary
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. voted against President Joe Biden's pick to be U.S. Secretary of Education, Miguel Cardona primarily for his support for allowing boys to compete in girls' sports. Following the vote, Senator Marshall issued this statement:
"As a doctor and a former coach, I find it un-American to allow biological boys to compete against girls when it comes to athletics. G more
Sen. Merkley, Oregon Delegation Colleagues Push Biden Administration to Provide Critical Assistance for Dredging, Jetty Maintenance Along Oregon Coast, Columbia River
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
Oregon's Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden, along with Representatives Peter DeFazio (D-OR-4), Earl Blumenauer (D-OR-3), Kurt Schrader (D-OR-5), and Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR-1), are pushing the U.S. Office of Management and Budget to provide the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) with annual funding for maritime infrastructure maintenance crucial to public safety and the vitality of economies up and down th more
Sen. Peters Releases GAO Report Showing More Action Is Needed to Address PFAS Contamination
DETROIT, Michigan, March 2 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, released a report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) that shows the federal government needs to take further action to clean up and prevent contamination from per- and polyfluoralkyl substances (PFAS). The report found that the Trump Administration made limited progress in protecting communi more
Sen. Peters Releases GAO Report Showing More Action is Needed to Address PFAS Contamination
DETROIT, Michigan, March 2 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, released a report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) that shows the federal government needs to take further action to clean up and prevent contamination from per- and polyfluoralkyl substances (PFAS). The report more
Sen. Risch, Inhofe, Rubio, Toomey, Portman Send Letter to President Biden Underscoring Republican Consensus on Iran Policy
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Jim Risch, R-Idaho, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 28, 2021:
U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), ranking member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), ranking member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, Pat Toomey (R-Pa.), ranking member of the Senate Banking Committee, and Rob Portman (R more
Sen. Rubio Appears on Facing South Florida
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, issued the following transcript of an interview with Jim DeFede on Facing South Florida:
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U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) joined Jim DeFede on Facing South Florida to discuss former President Trump and the events of January 6th, immigration reform, and the Covid-19 pandemic.
See the highlights and watch Part 1 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6xG__iprnE), Part 2 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMTfQEDumI8) and Part 3 (https://www.yout more
Sen. Rubio Joins Hagerty, Colleagues to Require Congressional Vote Before Any Iran Sanctions Relief Is Granted
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) joined Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) and colleagues in introducing the Iran Sanctions Relief Review Act of 2021, legislation that would enable Congress to approve--or block--any Administration effort to suspend or terminate U.S. sanctions against the Iranian regime. It builds on a 2017 bipartisan law that empowers Congress to vote to support or block Russian sanctions relief, and more
Sen. Rubio Says President Biden Stimulus 'Fails America,' Announces Opposition
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) announced his opposition to the Democrats' $1.9 trillion spending plan in a Medium post titled "Biden's COVID Bill Fails America."
"Over the past 12 months, Republicans and Democrats have worked together to pass nearly $4 trillion in emergency coronavirus fiscal relief through five separate bills," Rubio wrote. "While tens of billions of dollars remain unspent, there is broad more
Sen. Rubio, Other Ranking Members of National Security Committees Urge POTUS to Not Repeat Past Mistakes on Iran
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), Vice-Chair of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member of the Committee on Foreign Relations, Jim Inhofe (R-OK), Ranking Member of the Committee on Armed Services, Pat Toomey (R-PA), Ranking Member of the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, and Rob Portman (R-OH), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern more
Sen. Scott: Americans Deserve Better Than Democrats' $2 Trillion Spending Disaster
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Senator Rick Scott released the below statement as the Senate begins consideration of the Democrats' massive $1.9 trillion partisan spending package - which received bipartisan opposition in the House and didn't get a single Republican vote. Senator Scott wants targeted relief to those individuals and small businesses impacted by the pandemic, but President Biden's proposal is filled with prog more
Sen. Tester Issues Statement on COVID-19 Relief Vets Priorities Passing House
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, chairman of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, issued the following statement on Feb. 27, 2021:
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U.S. Senator Jon Tester, Chairman of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, today released the following statement on the U.S. House of Representatives passing Tester-backed provisions to support veterans and staff in the COVID-19 relief package:
"We're now one step closer to delivering targeted relief to veterans and all Americans who more
Sen. Toomey Joins Colleagues in Outlining Republican Consensus on Iran Policy
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Pat Toomey, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Pat Toomey (R-Pa.), together with the ranking members of several committees involved in national security issues, sent a letter to President Joe Biden outlining Republican policy on effectively addressing the challenge posed by Iran as the administration seeks to re-engage with the Iranian regime.
"Despite early agreement on confronting the Iranian regime, substantial shifts in U.S. policy b more
Sen. Van Hollen Announces Banking Subcommittees for 117th Congress
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) released the following statement in coordination with the announcement that, in his role on the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, he will serve as a member on the Subcommittee on Economic Policy; the Subcommittee on Housing, Transportation, and Community Development; and the Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer more
Sen. Warren, Reps. Jayapal, Boyle Introduce Ultra-Millionaire Tax on Fortunes Over $50 Million
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
United States Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), a member of the Senate Finance Committee, Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA-07), a member of the House Budget Committee, and Representative Brendan Boyle (D-PA-02), a member of the House Ways and Means Committee today unveiled the Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act.
The Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act would level the playing field and narrow t more
Sen. Wicker Leads Push for Local Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Mississippi, issued the following weekly report:
The Senate will soon begin debating a $1.9 trillion stimulus bill written and passed by House Democrats. Unlike the previous five COVID bills, which provided a total of $4 trillion in relief - much of it still unspent - and passed with almost unanimous support, this legislation strikes a much more partisan tone. The bill is packed with longstanding liberal priorities and seems to anticipate America bein more
Sen. Wyden: Sen. Merkley, Oregon Delegation Colleagues Push Biden Administration to Provide Critical Assistance for Dredging, Jetty Maintenance Along Oregon Coast, Columbia River
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
Oregon's Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden, along with Representatives Peter DeFazio (D-OR-4), Earl Blumenauer (D-OR-3), Kurt Schrader (D-OR-5), and Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR-1), are pushing the U.S. Office of Management and Budget to provide the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) with annual funding for maritime infrastructure maintenance crucial to public safety and the vitality of economies up and down the O more
Senate Majority Leader McConnell Defends Democratic Activists in Burma, Hong Kong
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, issued the following floor statement on March 1, 2021:
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U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding foreign policy:
"Last weekend brought disconcerting headlines for supporters of freedom and democracy in Asia.
"In Burma, the military junta's month-long coup turned bloody. 18 protesters have been murdered and at least a thousand civilian more
Sens. Carper, Peters Release GAO Report Showing More Action Is Needed to Address PFAS Contamination
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Thomas Carper, D-Delaware, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
U.S. Senator Tom Carper (D-Del.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee (EPW), and Senator Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, released a report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) that shows the federal government needs to take further action to clean up and prevent contamination from per- and polyf more
Sens. Carper, Peters Release GAO Report Showing More Action is Needed to Address PFAS Contamination
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Tom Carper, D-Delaware, chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
U.S. Senator Tom Carper (D-Del.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee (EPW), and Senator Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, released a report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) that shows the federal government needs to take further acti more
Sens. Grassley, Tillis Press Biden Administration on DHS Data Breach at Jordanian, Russian Embassies
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
Sens. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) are pressing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) about a recently uncovered data breach and fraud case involving foreign nationals employed at U.S. embassies in Jordan and Russia stealing refugee case information and selling it for profit.
The employees were hired as "foreign service nationals" by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service ( more
Sens. Romney, Cotton Minimum Wage Bill Is 'Political Masterstroke'
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, issued the following news release:
Policy leaders and writers expressed support for U.S. Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) and Tom Cotton's (R-AR) newly introduced Higher Wages for American Workers Act, legislation which would gradually raise the federal minimum wage to $10 and mandate E-Verify to ensure the wage increase only goes to legal workers. The bill will also index future minimum wage increases to inflation and includes protections for small bu more
Sens. Van Hollen, Heinrich Urge Administration to Consider COVID Vaccination Strategy Prioritizing First Doses
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) sent a letter to White House Coronavirus Task Force Response Coordinator Jeff Zients urging the Administration to consider a new COVID-19 vaccination strategy that prioritizes first doses in order to better protect Americans from highly transmissible variants of the disease.
The Senators begin, "As a threat rises from more
South Florida to Get Even More COVID-19 Vaccination Sites Thanks to GSA Leasing Team
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The General Services Administration issued the following news release:
In lifting the Biden-Harris administration's priority of managing recovery and relief of COVID, the U.S. General Services Administration provided needed assistance to the state of Florida.
After officials from the state of Florida requested federal assistance under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, FEMA sought the aid of GSA's leasing experts in the agency's Southeas more
Speaker Pelosi Issues Statement on Women's History Month
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-California, issued the following statement in recognition of Women's History Month:
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"Women's History Month is an opportunity for all Americans to celebrate the extraordinary achievements and contributions that women have made and continue to make to our nation. Since our nation's Founding, our progress has been inextricably linked to the courage and commitment of millions of women from every background and corner of the country who hav more
State Department: Secretary Blinken's Call With Nigerian Foreign Minister Onyeama
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The U.S. Department of State issued the following statement on March 1, 2021, by spokesperson Ned Price:
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Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Foreign Minister Geoffrey Onyeama to highlight the importance that the United States places on our relationship with Nigeria.
Secretary Blinken outlined a holistic approach to the U.S.-Nigeria partnership based on our shared values of democracy, respect for human rights, and robust people-to-people relations more
Survey of Hundreds of Organizations Shows Extent of Community-Based Support for People Navigating the U.S. Immigration System
WASHINGTON, March 2 (TNSRep) -- The American Immigration Council issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
A new publication released today by the American Immigration Council and the Women's Refugee Commission draws from original data gathered from hundreds of community-based organizations around the country and provides a snapshot of the extent of available services that help migrants navigate the complexities of the U.S. immigration system. These services stand in stark contrast to more
U.S. Trade Rep.: Biden Administration Releases 2021 President's Trade Agenda and 2020 Annual Report
WASHINGTON, March 2 (TNSRep) -- The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
The Office of the United States Trade Representative today delivered President Biden's 2021 Trade Agenda and 2020 Annual Report to Congress, detailing a comprehensive trade policy in support of the Administration's effort to help the U.S. recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and build back better.
The President's agenda will create millions of good-paying jobs and suppo more
U.S. Trade Representative Celebrates Women's History Month
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative issued the following statement celebrating Women's History Month:
"Women's History Month is a time to reflect on the remarkable achievements women have made in American history, including at USTR, and recommit to expanding equal opportunity here at home and around the world. From the earliest days of the American Revolution, to the suffragists at Seneca Falls, the leaders who powered the civil rights movement, our first female V more
University of California: How Immigration Policies Can Harm Health - Study Sheds Light on 'Public Charge' Rule
LOS ANGELES, California, March 2 (TNSRes) -- The University of California issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Immigration policies like the Trump-era expansion of the "public charge" rule that made it harder for immigrants on public assistance to obtain legal residency can have a chilling effect on the health and well-being of immigrant communities in California, according to a study released today by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research.
The study, based on data from the more
University of Sydney: Motive Trumps Incentive Advertising in Persuading Consumers
SYDNEY, Australia, March 2 (TNSJou) -- The University of Sydney issued the following news:
Experts say advertising campaigns need to model positive internal motivation rather than external reasons like reward or punishment if they are to be effective.
The peer-reviewed paper, Not Whodunit but Whydunit: Story Characters' Motivations Influence Audience Interest in Services, busts the myth that marketing campaigns should only promote positive customer experiences.
Contrary to widely held beliefs more
USA Rice Federation: Virtual Government Affairs Conference Makes It Easy to Participate
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 2 -- USA Rice Federation issued the following news:
More than 80 USA Rice members from all industry segments participated virtually in the annual USA Rice Government Affairs Conference (GAC) last week to advocate for rice industry priorities.
Members video-conferenced with officials from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and took part in 17 meetings with key Members of Congress and their staffs, including leaders of the House and Senate Agriculture Committees more
USDA Announces Dr. Dewayne Goldmon as Senior Advisor, Racial Equity, and Andy Green as Senior Advisor, Fair and Competitive Markets
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced two senior appointments today.
USDA announced the appointment of Dr. Dewayne Goldmon as Senior Advisor for Racial Equity to the Secretary of Agriculture. Goldmon has served for the past year as Executive Director of the National Black Growers Council (NBGC), a Washington, D.C. based organization that advocates to improve the efficiency, prod more
White House Issues Fact Sheet on U.S.-Mexico Bilateral Cooperation
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The White House issued the following fact sheet on March 1, 2021, entitled "U.S.-Mexico Bilateral Cooperation":
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The scope of bilateral relations between the United States and Mexico is broad and deep, encompassing extensive historical, cultural, and commercial ties. With 2,000 miles of border, the relationship with Mexico impacts the lives of millions of Americans every day. Each day, nearly $1.9 billion in trade crosses our shared border. Today, President Biden wi more
White House Issues Letter to Congress on War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The White House issued the following letter to Congress on Feb. 27, 2021:
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Dear Madam Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:)
At my direction, on February 25, 2021, United States forces conducted a targeted military strike against infrastructure in eastern Syria used by Iran-supported non-state militia groups.
Those non-state militia groups were involved in recent attacks against United States and Coalition personnel in Iraq, including the February 15, 2021, attack in Erb more
White House Issues Transcript of News Briefing By Press Secretary Psaki, Homeland Security Secretary
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The White House issued the following transcript of a news briefing by Press Secretary Jen Psaki and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on March 1, 2021:
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MS. PSAKI: Okay. Today, we have a very special guest, Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas. Secretary Mayorkas is the first Latino and immigrant confirmed to serve as Secretary of Homeland Security. He has led a distinguished 30-year career as a law enforcement official and a nationally recognized lawye more
White House: U.S.-Mexico Joint Declaration
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The White House issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
President Joe Biden hosted Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador on March 1 for a virtual bilateral meeting to review cooperation on migration and to advance joint efforts to promote development in Southern Mexico and the Northern Triangle of Central America. Building on their positive January 22 conversation, the two Presidents reaffirmed the enduring partnership between both countries, based on more
Women's Refugee Commission's Michelle Brane Tapped for Biden Administration
NEW YORK, March 2 -- The Women's Refugee Commission issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
The Women's Refugee Commission (WRC) today applauded the White House announcement that Michelle Brane, long-time director of the organization's Migrant Rights and Justice team, is headed to the Biden administration to serve as executive director of the newly formed Interagency Task Force on the Reunification of Families.
The Task Force was established via executive order on February 2, 2021, more
World Resources Institute : New Coalition Calls for the U.S. To Go 'All In' on Climate Action
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The World Resources Institute issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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Thousands of US cities, states, tribal nations, businesses, schools and faith, health and cultural institutions have come together to form America Is All In. This new coalition joins two initiatives, America's Pledge and We Are Still In, to advocate and empower a whole-of-society mobilization to develop a roadmap to cut emissions in half by 2030, reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, more
Zero to Three Applauds Interagency Task Force's Efforts to Reunite Babies at the Border With Families
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Zero to Three, is an organization that contributes to a healthy and positive culture for infants, toddlers and their families, issued the following statement:
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More than two and a half years after the nation first learned that children of all ages, including babies and toddlers, were being forcibly separated from their caregivers at the border, President Joe Biden and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas announced efforts are underway to reunite migrant fa more
Rep. Lamborn Calls on HHS to Investigate Nursing Home Deaths
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Rep. Doug Lamborn, R-Colorado, issued the following news release:
Rep. Doug Lamborn, R-Colo., demanded that the Department of Health and Human Services investigate New York nursing home deaths, citing the state attorney general's report that Gov. Andrew Cuomo's administration may have undercounted nursing home coronavirus deaths by as much as 50%.
Lamborn sent a letter to HHS acting secretary Norris Cochran on Thursday asking for an investigation into nursing home deaths more
Rep. Brown: 'We Honor the Legacies of Men and Women Who Came Before Us By Continuing Our March Toward Racial and Social Progress'
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Anthony Brown, D-Maryland, issued the following remarks:
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Congressman Anthony G. Brown (MD-04) attended the 40th annual Black History Month Breakfast, the theme of this year's celebration was "The Black Family: Representation, Identity, and Diversity." He was joined by keynote speaker Vice President Kamala Harris and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (MD-05).
Read Congressman Brown's remarks as prepared below.
"Good morning, I'm Congressman Anthony Brown. It's grea more
Rep. Casten Statement on House Passage of American Rescue Plan of 2021 Act: $13.2 Billion for Illinois
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Sean Casten, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
U.S. Representative Sean Casten (IL-06) voted to pass H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act, life-saving legislation that will provide urgently-needed resources to defeat the virus, get vaccines in people's arms, help families stay afloat, return children safely to the classroom, and put people back to work.
Last Sunday, we passed the tragic milestone of having lost 500,000 lives as the economic crisis is more
Rep. Cicilline Statement on American Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. David Cicilline, D-Rhode Island, issued the following statement:
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U.S. Congressman David N. Cicilline (RI-01) issued the following statement this morning after the House passed President Biden's American Rescue Plan.
"We promised to deliver the relief the American people need. Today, we are making good on that promise."
"Once it is passed by the Senate, President Biden's American Rescue Plan will put money in the pockets of working people and help end this pa more
Rep. Clark Votes to Pass American Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Katherine Clark, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
Assistant Speaker Katherine Clark (MA-5) voted to pass H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act, landmark, life-saving legislation that will provide urgently needed resources to defeat the virus, get vaccines in people's arms, put money into families' pockets, return children safely to the classroom, recover the child care sector, and put people back to work. The bill passed the U.S. House of Represe more
Rep. Fallon Votes Against the Biden Bailout
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Pat Fallon, R-Texas, issued the following statement:
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Congressman Pat Fallon (TX-04) yesterday voted no on H.R. 1319, the Democrat's wasteful and partisan spending bill, and released the following statement:
"Democrats, to the detriment of the American people, wasted a golden opportunity to show true bipartisanship. What America needs is increased vaccine production and distribution that can reach every citizen who wants it. Instead, Democrats forced a pork-fi more
Rep. Jones Statement on Voting to Pass American Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Mondaire Jones, D-New York, issued the following statement:
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After voting to pass the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, President Biden's $1.9 trillion legislation to deliver real relief to the American people, Congressman Mondaire Jones (D-NY) released the following statement:
"At the start of this pandemic, Westchester and Rockland Counties were hit the fastest and the hardest. For nearly a year, COVID-19 has robbed our communities of lives and jobs. But des more
Rep. McHenry Condemns Democrats' Partisan and Wasteful Legislation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Patrick T. McHenry, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement after the House passage of President Biden and Congressional Democrats' COVID relief legislation, H.R. 1319, a wasteful $1.9 trillion bill that fails to target funding where it is most needed and will not help our economy safely reopen:
"In the face of this ongoing pandemic, what the American people need is targeted, temporary more
Rep. Napolitano's Statement on House Passage of American Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Grace Napolitano, D-California, issued the following statement:
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Rep. Grace F. Napolitano (D-El Monte) voted to pass H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, to provide urgent Coronavirus relief to San Gabriel Valley families, workers, and small businesses, issuing the following statement:
"The American Rescue Plan provides another round of direct cash payments, boosts rental assistance, and extends unemployment insurance to millions of Americans who a more
Rep. Neal Statement on House Passage of American Rescue Plan Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Richard E. Neal, D-Massachusetts, issued the following statement:
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House Ways and Means Chairman Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021:
"As our nation grieves the collective tragedies of the last year, it is our responsibility to protect lives and livelihoods. Tonight, we showed the American people that the help they've been calling for is finally on the more
Rep. Palazzo Votes Against $1.9T Biden Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Steven Palazzo, R-Mississippi, issued the following statement:
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Congressman Steven Palazzo (MS-4) today released the following statement after voting against the Democrats' latest attempt at a relief package for the coronavirus pandemic. The $1.9 trillion spending proposal has been criticized for only including nine percent for public health funding and unrelated provisions that do little to nothing to aid Americans in the fight against COVID-19.
"I voted agai more
Rep. Schakowsky Statement on Passage of American Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Illinois, issued the following statement:
Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, a Senior Chief Deputy Whip and a senior member of the House Budget Committee, released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 1319, President Biden's American Rescue Plan Act, by a vote of 219-210:
"Today I voted for and helped pass President Biden's American Rescue Plan Act to provide urgently needed COVID-19 relief. Our states, counties, cities more
Sen. Tester Statement on COVID-19 Relief Vets Priorities Passing U.S. House
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, issued the following statement:
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U.S. Senator Jon Tester, Chairman of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, today released the following statement on the U.S. House of Representatives passing Tester-backed provisions to support veterans and staff in the COVID-19 relief package:
"We're now one step closer to delivering targeted relief to veterans and all Americans who need it. Montana is home to one of the highest per capita veteran pop more
House Passes Del. Plaskett Bill to Designate St. Croix as National Heritage Area
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Del. Stacey Plaskett, D-Virgin Islands, issued the following statement:
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Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett released the following statement regarding the passage of her legislation, the St. Croix National Heritage Area Act, included in H.R. 803, the Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act, which today passed the House of Representatives:
"Today, the House passed H.R. 803, the Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act: a landmark package of bi more
Rep. Carbajal: Central Coast Heritage Protection Act Passes House
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-California, issued the following news release:
Rep. Salud Carbajal's Central Coast Heritage Protection Act (H.R. 973) passed the House of Representatives as part of the Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act, a package aimed at preserving America's public lands. The package passed on a bipartisan basis, with a vote of 227-200.
The Central Coast Heritage Protection Act designates nearly 250,000 acres of public land in the Los Padres Na more
Rep. Lizzie Fletcher Joins President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden in Houston
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Rep. Lizzie Fletcher, D-Texas, issued the following news release:
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) joined President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden as they visited Houston in the aftermath of the Texas Winter Storm. President Biden's trip to Houston is the first presidential visit to a state following a major disaster. Their visit today included stops at the Harris County Office of Emergency Management, the Houston Food Bank, and the NRG Park mass vaccination cen more
Rep. Waters Issues Floor Statement in Support of American Rescue Plan Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Rep. Maxine Waters, D-California, chairwoman of the House Financial Services Committee, issued the following statement:
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), Chairwoman of the House Committee on Financial Services, gave the following statement on the House floor urging the passage of the American Rescue Plan Act.
Madam Speaker, thank you so very much. I am so grateful that we have President Biden's leadership in the White House to tackle the ongoing pandemic. H.R. more
Rep. Wenstrup: Caucus Amendments to COVID Spending Bill Rejected by Democrats
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Rep. Brad Wenstrup, R-Ohio, issued the following news release:
The GOP Doctors Caucus offered nine amendments in the House Rules Committee meeting on President Biden's American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. House Democrats rejected the amendments. Co-Chairmen Dr. Brad Wenstrup, D.P.M., Dr. Andy Harris, M.D., and Dr. Michael Burgess, M.D., offered the following statement:
"The Doctors Caucus offered and supported measured policy proposals to the COVID-19 spending bill that wou more
Senate Armed Services Committee Issues Joint Testimony From DOD
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- The Senate Armed Services Committee issued the following joint testimony by Stacy Cummings, senior official performing the duties of under secretary of Defense for acquisition and sustainment, and Robert G. Salesses, senior official performing the duties of assistant secretary of Defense for homeland defense and global security, at a hearing entitled "Department of Defense Support to the COVID-19 Response" on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Thank you for the opportunity to testify more
Rep. Davids Votes to Pass Landmark Equality Act, Presides Over House Floor
WASHINGTON, Feb. 25 -- Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kansas, issued the following floor statement:
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Representative Sharice Davids issued the following statement on the passage of the Equality Act, which would ensure LGBTQ Americans are guaranteed the full protections of federal civil rights laws. Davids presided over the House floor during debate on the landmark legislation.
"Every American should have equal protection under the law - plain and simple. But in the majority of states across the c more
Rep. Doyle Votes to End Discrimination Against LGBTQ Plus Americans
WASHINGTON, Feb. 25 -- Rep. Michael Doyle, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
Congressman Doyle voted in favor of H.R. 5, the Equality Act, which is legislation to ensure that all LGBTQ Americans are granted the full protections guaranteed by federal civil rights law.
"Our communities in Pittsburgh and throughout Pennsylvania are strengthened and enriched by our LGBTQ+ friends and neighbors." Congressman Doyle said. "I am honored to join my colleagues in passing the Equality Ac more
Rep. Johnson Requests Information on Unspent COVID-19 Funds
WASHINGTON, Feb. 25 -- Rep. Dusty Johnson, R-South Dakota, issued the following news release:
U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) supported a resolution to President Biden's COVID-19 relief package to require the administration to provide accounting reports on unspent COVID-19 relief funds from previous bipartisan packages.
"Congress has dedicated more than $4 trillion to pandemic recovery and relief but data suggests there is nearly $1 trillion unspent," said Johnson. "I have requested more
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Accessories Council Issues Public Comment on Fish & Wildlife Service Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Karen Giberson, president and CEO of the Accessories Council, New York, has issued a public comment on the Fish and Wildlife Service proposed rule entitled " Endangered and Threatened Species: Regulations Pertaining to the American Alligator ". The comment was written on Feb. 23, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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On behalf of The Accessories Council, we submit the following comments supporting the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service's ("FWS") proposed rule (86 Fed. Reg. more
Altacal Audubon Society Issues Public Comment on Fish & Wildlife Service Rule
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- The Altacal Audubon Society, Chico, California, has issued a public comment on the Fish and Wildlife Service rule entitled "Regulations Governing Take of Migratory Birds; Delay of Effective Date and request for public comments". The comment was posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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The new interpretation of the MBTA defies the intent of this century-old environmental law and how it has been used to protect birds since 1918 under both Democratic and Republican administrations.
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American Fruit & Vegetable Processors & Growers Coalition Issues Public Comment on CDC Notice
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Denise A. Bode of the American Fruit and Vegetable Processors and Growers Coalition, has issued a public comment on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notice entitled "Published FRN ACIP". The comment was written on Feb. 24, 2021,, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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We are the companies that provide the vast majority of America's canned and frozen fruits and vegetables. We are writing to warn that our ability to process this year's fruit and vegetable harvest more
American Society of Nephrology Issues Public Comment on CDC Notice
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Susan E. Quaggin, president of the American Society of Nephrology, has issued a public comment on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notice entitled "ACIP Emergency Meeting". The comment was written on Feb. 23, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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Thank you for your service, and the service of all the members of Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and experts at the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in this difficult period. more
Austin Water Issues Public Comment on Fish & Wildlife Service Rule
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Sherri L. Kuhl, manager of the Austin Wildland Conservation Division of Austin Water, Texas, has issued a public comment on the Fish and Wildlife Service rule entitled "Regulations Governing Take of Migratory Birds; Delay of Effective Date and request for public comments". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Thank you for your decision to delay the effective date and solicit public comments on the final rule concerning regulatory changes to the Mig more
Curtiss-Wright Issues Public Comment on NRC Notice
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Rick Weinacht, manager for nuclear technical support at Curtiss-Wright, Idaho Falls, Idaho, has issued a public comment on the Nuclear Regulatory Commission notice entitled "Environmental Qualification of Certain Electrical Equipment Important to Safety for Nuclear Power Plants". The comment was written on Feb. 10, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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Curtiss-Wright hereby requests an extension of time for comments on draft Regulatory Guide DG-1361, "Environmental Qu more
Exelon Generation Issues Public Comment on NRC Notice
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- David M. Gullott, director for licensing at Exelon Generation Co. LLC, Warrenville, Illinois, has issued a public comment on the Nuclear Regulatory Commission notice entitled "Operator Licensing Examination Standards for Power Reactors". The comment was written on Feb. 16, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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This letter is being submitted in response to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission's (NRC's) request for comments concerning the subject draft NUREG-1021, Rev more
First Focus on Children Issues Public Comment on Citizenship & Immigration Services Notice
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Bruce Lesley, president of First Focus on Children, has issued a public comment on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services notice entitled "Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Application for Travel Document; Removal of Instructions Regarding the Haitian Family Reunification Program and Filipino World War II Veteran Parole Program". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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I am writing on behalf of Firs more
Gerontological Society Issues Public Comment on CDC Notice
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- James C. Appleby, CEO of the Gerontological Society of America, has issued a public comment on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notice entitled "Published FRN ACIP". The comment was written on Feb. 25, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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On behalf of The Gerontological Society of America (GSA), thank you for the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practice's work to protect older adults against vaccine preventable diseases. GSA honors aging across the l more
Government of Canada Issues Public Comment on Fish & Wildlife Service Rule
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- The Government of Canada has issued a public comment on the Fish and Wildlife Service rule entitled "Regulations Governing Take of Migratory Birds; Delay of Effective Date and request for public comments". The comment was posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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The Government of Canada appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Regulations Governing Take of Migratory Birds. The Government of Canada is gratified by the long-standing and continuing collaboration between the Unit more
JDRF Issues Public Comment on CDC Notice
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Campbell Hutton, vice president for regulatory and health policy at JDRF, New York, has issued a public comment on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notice entitled "ACIP Emergency Meeting". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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Thank you for the opportunity to submit comments to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. Your recommendations have the potential to reduce the risks of COVID-19 and save lives and we appreciate the o more
JDRF Issues Public Comment on CDC Notice
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Campbell Hutton, vice president for regulatory and health policy at JDRF, New York, has issued a public comment on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notice entitled "ACIP Emergency Meeting". The comment was written on Jan. 22, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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Thank you for the opportunity to submit comments to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. Your recommendations have the potential to help save lives and reduce the risks of COVID-19 more
Joslin Diabetes Center Issues Public Comment on CDC Notice
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Lori Laffel, chief of the Pediatric, Adolescent and Young Adult Section, and George King, chief scientific officer, of the Joslin Diabetes Center, Boston, Massachusetts, have issued a public comment on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notice entitled "ACIP Emergency Meeting". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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In our capacities as longtime clinical and scientific leaders of Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston, the world's premier diabet more
Lower Colorado River Authority Issues Public Comment on EPA Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Patti Hershey, vice president for environmental affairs and environmental law at the Lower Colorado River Authority, Austin, Texas, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency proposed rule entitled "Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Reconsideration of Beneficial Use Criteria and Piles; Notification of Data Availability". The comment was written on Feb. 22, 2021, and posted on more
National Comprehensive Cancer Network Issues Public Comment on CDC Notice
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Robert W. Carlson, CEO of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, has issued a public comment on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notice entitled "ACIP Emergency Meeting". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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The National Comprehensive Cancer Network(R) (NCCN(R)) is pleased to provide to the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) a guidance document from the NCCN COVID-19 Vaccination more
National Filipino America Layers Association Issues Public Comment on Citizenship & Immigration Services Notice
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Kristy Gonowon, president of the National Filipino America Layers Association, Seattle, Washington, has issued a public comment on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services notice entitled "Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Application for Travel Document; Removal of Instructions Regarding the Haitian Family Reunification Program and Filipino World War II Veteran Parole Program". The comment was written and posted on Feb. more
Nelson Brothers Issues Public Comment on Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Terry Newton, director for safety and compliance and human resources at Nelson Brothers Inc., Birmingham, Alabama, has issued a public comment on the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency proposed rule entitled "Removal of Certain Explosive Chemicals From the Chemical Facility Anti- Terrorism Standards". The comment was written on Feb. 25, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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I am writing to support this Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) and u more
Nuclear Energy Institute Issues Public Comment on NRC Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Hilary Lane, director for fuel and radiation safety at the Nuclear Energy Institute, has issued a public comment on the Nuclear Regulatory Commission proposed rule entitled "Advanced Manufacturing Technologies Subtask 2A". The comment was written on Feb. 8, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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The Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI),/1 on behalf of its members, submits the following comments on the draft Regulatory Basis document, "Implementation of Quality Assurance Crit more
Ocean Conservancy Issues Public Comment on Fish & Wildlife Service Rule
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- The Ocean Conservancy has issued a public comment on the Fish and Wildlife Service rule entitled "Regulations Governing Take of Migratory Birds; Delay of Effective Date and request for public comments". The comment was posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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I write in support of the critical protections provided by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). Protections afforded to migratory birds are critical to ensuring industry takes commonsense measures to avoid the death of a var more
Pennsylvania Game Commission Issues Public Comment on Fish & Wildlife Service Rule
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Bryan J. Burhans, executive director of the Pennsylvania Game Commission, Harrisburg, has issued a public comment on the Fish and Wildlife Service rule entitled "Regulations Governing Take of Migratory Birds; Delay of Effective Date and request for public comments". The comment was posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) is concerned about the Department of Interior's final rule in "Regulations Governing Take of Migratory Birds," posted in t more
Pyrotechnics Guild International Issues Public Comment on Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Paul E. Smith, president of Pyrotechnics Guild International, Lafayette, Indiana, has issued a public comment on the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency proposed rule entitled "Removal of Certain Explosive Chemicals From the Chemical Facility Anti- Terrorism Standards". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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The Pyrotechnics Guild International, Inc. respectfully submits the following comments on the above-listed action.
The PGI is grate more
Small UAV Coalition Issues Public Comment on FAA Notice
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- Gregory S. Walden, partner at Dentons U.S. LLP, has issued a public comment on behalf of the Small UAV Coalition on the Federal Aviation Administration notice entitled "Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Unmanned Aircraft Systems Market Survey". The comment was written on Feb. 25, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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The Small UAV Coalition ("Coalition")/1 is pleased to reiterate its support of a new information collectio more
Tennessee Valley Authority Issues Public Comment on NRC Notice
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- James T. Polickoski, director for nuclear regulatory affairs at the Tennessee Valley Authority, Chattanooga, has issued a public comment on the Nuclear Regulatory Commission notice entitled "Operator Licensing Examination Standards for Power Reactors". The comment was written on Feb. 16, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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References: 1) 85 FR 77280, "Operator Licensing Examination Standards for Power Reactors," draft NUREG request for comment dated December 1, 2020 more
Bee Team Issues Public Comment on APHIS Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Koby Brown of Bee Team LLC has issued a public comment on the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service notice entitled "Environmental Assessments; Availability, etc.: Release of Bikasha collaris and Gadirtha fusca for Biological Control of Chinese Tallow". The comment was posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
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As a commercial beekeeper I know the release of an invasive species meant to eradicate the tallow trees would be detrimental to all the natural and managed bee hives in more
Burleson's Issues Public Comment on APHIS Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Michelle Poulk of Burleson's Inc., Waxahachie, Texas, has issued a public comment on the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service notice entitled "Environmental Assessments; Availability, etc.: Release of Bikasha collaris and Gadirtha fusca for Biological Control of Chinese Tallow". The comment was posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
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We respectfully submit the following comments in opposition of the Chinese tallow tree destruction through the introduction of the non-native more
Chamber of Commerce Issues Public Comment on Wage & Hour Division Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Marc Freedman, vice president for workplace policy in the Economic Policy Division at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, has issued a public comment on the Wage and Hour Division proposed rule entitled "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Delay of Effective Date". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce enthusiastically supported the final regulation describing how to classify a worker as an indepen more
Mississippi Flyway Council Issues Public Comment on Fish & Wildlife Service Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Mike Reynolds, chair of the Mississippi Flyway Council, has issued a public comment on the Fish and Wildlife Service rule entitled "Regulations Governing Take of Migratory Birds; Delay of Effective Date and request for public comments". The comment was written on Feb. 24, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the final rule regarding the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). The Mississippi Flyway Council (MFC) is a coalition of more
New Haven Bird Club Issues Public Comment on Fish & Wildlife Service Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Deborah L. Johnson, conservation chair, and DeWitt Allen, president, of the New Haven Bird Club, Connecticut, have issued a public comment on the Fish and Wildlife Service rule entitled "Regulations Governing Take of Migratory Birds; Delay of Effective Date and request for public comments". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The New Haven Bird Club of New Haven, Connecticut is submitting this comment in support of the full and complete reinstateme more
New Jersey Coalition for Vaccination Choice Issues Public Comment on CDC Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Sue Collins, co-founder and president of the New Jersey Coalition for Vaccination Choice LLC, Trenton, has issued a public comment on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notice entitled "Published FRN ACIP". The comment was posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The New Jersey Coalition for Vaccination Choice, LLC (NJCVC) is a volunteer, nonpartisan, grassroots advocacy organization focused on promoting vaccination choice, informed consent and individualized medical d more
SLR International Issues Public Comment on Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Timothy D. Quarles, U.S. power sector lead at SLR International, West Linn, Oregon, has issued a public comment on the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management notice entitled "Environmental Impact Statements; Availability, etc.: Deepwater South Fork LLCs Proposed Wind Energy Facility Offshore Rhode Island". The comment was written on Feb. 22, 2021, and posted on Feb. 23, 2021:
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SLR International Corporation (SLR) is pleased to submit the following comments on the South Fo more
Texas Coal Combustion Products Coalition Issues Public Comment on EPA Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Michael J. Nasi, counsel for the Texas Coal Combustion Products Coalition, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency proposed rule entitled "Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Reconsideration of Beneficial Use Criteria and Piles; Notification of Data Availability". The comment was written on Feb. 22, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The Texas Coal Combustion Products more
Trade Alliance to Promote Prosperity Issues Public Comment on NIST Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Kent Kaiser, executive director of the Trade Alliance to Promote Prosperity, Minneapolis, Minnesota, has issued a public comment on the National Institute of Standards and Technology proposed rule entitled "Rights to Federally Funded Inventions and Licensing of Government Owned Inventions". The comment was posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The Trade Alliance to Promote Prosperity (TAPP) asks that you consider these comments on the above-captioned Request for Comments publis more
Weed Science Society Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- William S. Curran, president of the Weed Science Society of America, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations: Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review". The comment was written on Feb. 18, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) is very concerned about the potential loss of the triazine herbicides for use in integrated w more
AFL-CIO Transport Workers Union Issues Public Comment on Wage & Hour Division Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- John Samuelsen, international president at the Transport Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO has issued a public comment on behalf of more than 150,000 members on the Wage and Hour Division proposed rule entitled "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Delay of Effective Date". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
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On behalf of more than 150,000 members of the Transport Workers Union of America (TWU), I am writing to support more
Alcoa Warrick Operations Issues Public Comment on OMB Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Kari Fluegel, communications leader at Alcoa Warrick Operations, Evansville, Indiana, has issued a public comment on the Office of Management and Budget notice entitled "Recommendations from the Metropolitan and Micropolitan Statistical Area Standards Review Committee to the Office of Management and Budget: Changes to the 2010 Standards for Delineating Metropolitan and Micropolitan Statistical Areas". The comment was posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Please accept this lett more
Aluminum Extruders Council Issues Public Comment on International Trade Administration Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Jeffrey S. Henderson, president of the Aluminum Extruders Council, has issued a public comment on the International Trade Administration rule entitled "Aluminum Import Monitoring and Analysis System; Effective Date Delay". The comment was written on Feb. 25, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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On behalf of the Aluminum Extruders Council ("AEC"), we hereby submit the following comments on the Department of Commerce's ("the Department") proposed rule regarding the alu more
American Chemistry Council Issues Public Comment on EPA Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Kat Gale, manager for regulatory and technical affairs at the American Chemistry Council, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency proposed rule entitled "Fees for the Administration of the Toxic Substances Control Act". The comment was written on Feb. 17, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The American Chemistry Council (ACC) requests an extension of 30 days to the proposed Fees for the Administration of the Toxic Substance Control Act (T more
American Coal Ash Association Issues Public Comment on EPA Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Thomas H. Adams, executive director of the American Coal Ash Association, Farmington, Michigan, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency proposed rule entitled "Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Reconsideration of Beneficial Use Criteria and Piles; Notification of Data Availability". The comment was written on Feb. 22, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The American more
American Electric Power Issues Public Comment on EPA Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Gary O. Spitznogle, vice president for environmental services at American Electric Power, Columbus, Ohio, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency proposed rule entitled "Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Reconsideration of Beneficial Use Criteria and Piles; Notification of Data Availability". The comment was written on Feb. 22, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Issues Public Comment on IRS Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Christopher W. Hesse, chair of the Tax Executive Committee at the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, has issued a public comment on the Internal Revenue Service proposed rule entitled "User Fee for Estate Tax Closing Letter". The comment was written on Feb. 25, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) is providing comments on proposed regulations (REG-114615-16, published December 31, 2020) that will establish a new more
American Society of Mechanical Engineers Issues Public Comment on Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Christian Sanna, director for pressure technology codes and standards at the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, New York, has issued a public comment on the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration proposed rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Periodic Updates of Regulatory References to Technical Standards and Miscellaneous Amendments". The comment was written on Feb. 25, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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These comments are submitted regarding Doc more
Century Aluminum Issues Public Comment on International Trade Administration Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Alan H. Price, partner at Wiley Rein LLP, has issued a public comment on behalf of Century Aluminum Co. on the International Trade Administration rule entitled "Aluminum Import Monitoring and Analysis System; Effective Date Delay". The comment was written on Feb. 25, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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On behalf of Century Aluminum Company ("Century"), we hereby submit the following comments on the Department of Commerce's ("the Department") proposed rule regarding more
CropLife America Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Manojit Basu, managing director for science policy at CropLife America, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations: Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review". The comment was written on Feb. 19, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Established in 1933, CropLife America (CLA) represents the developers, manufacturers, formulators, and distributors of pesticides and more
Cross-Cutting Issues Group Issues Public Comment on EPA Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Baker Botts L.L.P. has issued a public comment on behalf the Cross-Cutting Issues Group on the Environmental Protection Agency proposed rule entitled "Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Reconsideration of Beneficial Use Criteria and Piles; Notification of Data Availability". The comment was written on Feb. 22, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
The comment was co-signed by Megan H. Berge, and Kent Ma more
Elevate Rapid City Issues Public Comment on OMB Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Tom Johnson, CEO of Elevate Rapid City, South Dakota, has issued a public comment on the Office of Management and Budget notice and request for comment entitled "Recommendations from the Metropolitan and Micropolitan Statistical Area Standards Review Committee to the Office of Management and Budget: Changes to the 2010 Standards for Delineating Metropolitan and Micropolitan Statistical Areas". The comment was posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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On behalf of Elevate Rapid City more
FluoroFusion Specialty Chemicals Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- David Couchot, president of FluoroFusion Specialty Chemicals Inc., Clayton, North Carolina, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Data Availability Relevant to the United States Hydrofluorocarbon Baselines and Mandatory Allocations". The comment was written on Feb. 24, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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I operate FluoroFusion Specialty Chemicals Inc., a small business formed in June 2018 that operates in Clayton, North more
GEV Wind Power Issues Public Comment on Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Daniel Boon, chief operating officer of GEV Wind Power, Providence, Rhode Island, has issued a public comment on the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management notice entitled "Environmental Impact Statements; Availability, etc.: Deepwater South Fork LLCs Proposed Wind Energy Facility Offshore Rhode Island". The comment was posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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My name is Daniel Boon, and I am the Chief Operating Officer at GEV Wind Power. I am writing to you today in support of the Sou more
Gypsum Association Issues Public Comment on EPA Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Steve Meima, executive director of the Gypsum Association, Silver Spring, Maryland, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency proposed rule entitled "Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Reconsideration of Beneficial Use Criteria and Piles; Notification of Data Availability". The comment was written on Feb. 22, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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I. OVERVIEW
On December more
Honeywell Fluorine Products Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Sanjeev Rastogi, vice president and general manager at Honeywell Fluorine Products, Morris Plains, New Jersey, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Data Availability Relevant to the United States Hydrofluorocarbon Baselines and Mandatory Allocations". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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We appreciate the opportunity to provide comments on the Notice of Data Availability./1
We do not have anything to p more
Hunting Titan Issues Public Comment on Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Patrick Valentino, compliance officer at Hunting Titan Inc., Milford, Texas, has issued a public comment on the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency proposed rule entitled "Removal of Certain Explosive Chemicals From the Chemical Facility Anti- Terrorism Standards". The comment was written on Feb. 25, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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On behalf of Hunting Titan Inc., I am writing to support this Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) and urge y more
Illinois Corn Growers Association Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Randy DeSutter, president of the Illinois Corn Growers Association, Bloomington, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review; Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations". The comment was written on Feb. 12, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The Illinois Corn Growers Association appreciates the opportunity to submit comments in support of atrazine, simazine, and p more
International Pharmaceutical Aerosol Consortium Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Maureen Donahue Hardwick, secretariat and legal counsel at the International Pharmaceutical Aerosol Consortium, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Data Availability Relevant to the United States Hydrofluorocarbon Baselines and Mandatory Allocations". The comment was posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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* These comments are submitted on behalf of the International Pharmaceutical Aerosol Consortium (IPAC). IPAC was formed in 1989 more
Iowa State University Agronomy Department Extension Weed Scientist Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Robert Hartzler, extension weed scientist in the Agronomy Department at the Iowa State University, Ames, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations: Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review". The comment was written on Feb. 15, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Although Iowa farmers tend to use atrazine on fewer corn acres (approximately 60%) than in many othe more
Jekyll Island Authority Issues Public Comment on OMB Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Joseph B. Wilkinson Jr., chairman of the Jekyll Island Authority, Georgia, has issued a public comment on the Office of Management and Budget notice entitled "Recommendations from the Metropolitan and Micropolitan Statistical Area Standards Review Committee to the Office of Management and Budget: Changes to the 2010 Standards for Delineating Metropolitan and Micropolitan Statistical Areas". The comment was written on Feb. 16, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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On b more
National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Barbara P. Glenn, CEO of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, Arlington, Virginia, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review; Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations". The comment was written on Feb. 17, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) submits the following commen more
National Association of Trailer Manufacturers Issues Public Comment on Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Kendra Ansley, executive director of the National Association of Trailer Manufacturers, Topeka, Kansas, has issued a public comment on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration proposed rule entitled "Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation: Rear Impact Guards and Rear Impact Protection". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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The National Association of Trailer Manufacturers (NATM) welcomes the opportunity to provide these comments i more
National Corn Growers Association Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- John Linder, president of the National Corn Growers Association, Chesterfield, Missouri, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review; Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations". The comment was written on Feb. 19, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the U.S. Environmental Protec more
National Employment Lawyers Association Issues Public Comment on Wage & Hour Division Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Laura M. Flegel, director of legislative and public policy at the National Employment Lawyers Association, Concord, California, has issued a public comment on the Wage and Hour Division proposed rule entitled "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Delay of Effective Date". The comment was written on Feb. 23, 2021, and posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
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The National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA) submits these comments on the Department of L more
National Marine Manufacturers Association Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Clayton Crabtree, director for federal government relations at the National Marine Manufacturers Association, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Data Availability Relevant to the United States Hydrofluorocarbon Baselines and Mandatory Allocations". The comment was written on Feb. 24, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) welcomes the opportunity to express our support more
National Ready Mixed Concrete Association Issues Public Comment on EPA Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Kevin Walgenbach, senior vice president for compliance and regulatory affairs at the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association, Alexandria, Virginia, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency proposed rule entitled "Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Reconsideration of Beneficial Use Criteria and Piles; Notification of Data Availability". The comment was written on Feb. 19, 20 more
National Women's Law Center Issues Public Comment on Wage & Hour Division Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Emily Martin, vice president for education and workplace justice, and Julie Vogtman, director of job quality and senior counsel, at the National Women's Law Center have issued a public comment on the Wage and Hour Division proposed rule entitled "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Delay of Effective Date". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
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The National Women's Law Center (NWLC) submits these comments in response to more
Natural Resources Defense Council Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- The Natural Resources Defense Council has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Data Availability Relevant to the United States Hydrofluorocarbon Baselines and Mandatory Allocations". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
The comment was co-signed by Alex Hillbrand, HFC expert for climate and clean energy and international programs, David Doniger, senior strategic director for climate and clean energy program, and C more
NDSU Plant Sciences Department Assistant Professor Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Joseph Ikley, assistant professor and extension weed control specialist in the Plant Sciences Department at the North Dakota State University, Fargo, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations: Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review". The comment was written on Feb. 17, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Triazine herbicides continue to be an important compone more
NOAA Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office Issues Public Comment on Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Michael Pentony, regional administrator of the Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Gloucester, Massachusetts, has issued a public comment on the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management notice and public meetings entitled "Environmental Impact Statements; Availability, etc.: Deepwater South Fork LLCs Proposed Wind Energy Facility Offshore Rhode Island". The comment was written on Feb. 19, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, more
Novelis Issues Public Comment on International Trade Administration Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Thomas Boney, president of Novelis Corp., Atlanta, Georgia, has issued a public comment on the International Trade Administration rule entitled "Aluminum Import Monitoring and Analysis System; Effective Date Delay". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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On January 22, 2020, the Department of Commerce (the "Department") delayed the effective date of the Aluminum Import Monitoring and Analysis ("AIM") System until March 29, 2021,/1 and when doing so th more
Owen Oil Tools Issues Public Comment on Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- James Kinsey, energetics engineering manager at Owen Oil Tools LP, has issued a public comment on the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency proposed rule entitled "Removal of Certain Explosive Chemicals From the Chemical Facility Anti- Terrorism Standards". The comment was written on Feb. 25, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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On behalf of Owen Oil Tools, LP, I am writing to support this Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) and urge you to move more
Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association Issues Public Comment on Wage & Hour Division Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Todd Spencer, president and CEO of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association Inc., Grain Valley, Missouri, has issued a public comment on the Wage and Hour Division proposed rule entitled "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Delay of Effective Date". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
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The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) represents over 150,000 owner-operators leased to motor carriers, s more
Peanut Federation Issues Public Comment on EPA Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Robert L. Redding of the U.S. Peanut Federation has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency proposed rule entitled "Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Reconsideration of Beneficial Use Criteria and Piles; Notification of Data Availability". The comment was written on Feb. 19, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The United States Peanut Federation (USPF) consists of the Na more
Precision Combustion Issues Public Comment on DFARS Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- James Kevin Burns, president of Precision Combustion Inc., North Haven, Connecticut, has issued a public comment on the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations entitled "Small Business Innovation Research Program Data Rights". The comment was written on Jan. 31, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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I comment as President of Precision Combustion, a small business doing Federal R&D work including under the Small Business Innovation Research program and under other Fede more
Primex Family of Companies Issues Public Comment on CDC Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Paul Shekoski, CEO of Primex Family of Companies, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, has issued a public comment on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notice entitled "Published FRN ACIP". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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I write on behalf of the 150 hard-working employees of Primex Family of Companies (Primex), a small, family business headquartered in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Our company has developed a line of temperature monitoring systems a more
Purdue University Professor of Weed Science Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- William G. "Bill" Johnson, professor of weed science at Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations: Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review". The comment was written on Feb. 15, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Atrazine and simazine are vital for our weed control programs in Indiana. Atrazine is used because of the more
Small Business Technology Council Issues Public Comment on DFARS Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Mary Delahunty, chair of the Southwest regional at the Small Business Technology Council, has issued a public comment on the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations entitled "Small Business Innovation Research Program Data Rights". The comment was written on Jan. 31, 2021, and posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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On behalf of the Small Business Technology Council (SBTC) and its member companies, I respectfully submit the following comments to the proposed amendments to the Def more
Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine Issues Public Comment on CDC Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- William Grobman, president, and Christina J. Wurster, CEO, of the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, has issued a public comment on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notice entitled "ACIP Emergency Meeting". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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On behalf of the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM), which represents more than 5,000 members dedicated to optimizing the health of high-risk pregnant people and their babies, thank you more
Solvay Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Sebastien Gallet, regulatory affairs manager for fluorinated products at Solvay, Brussels, Belgium, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Data Availability Relevant to the United States Hydrofluorocarbon Baselines and Mandatory Allocations". The comment was posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Solvay, a global specialty chemical and advanced materials company, would like to thank US EPA for this opportunity to provide comments on t more
Southeast Michigan Council of Governments Issues Public Comment on OMB Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Amy O'Leary, executive director of the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments, Detroit, has issued a public comment on the Office of Management and Budget notice entitled "Recommendations from the Metropolitan and Micropolitan Statistical Area Standards Review Committee to the Office of Management and Budget: Changes to the 2010 Standards for Delineating Metropolitan and Micropolitan Statistical Areas". The comment was written on Feb. 19, 2022, and posted on Feb. 25, 20 more
Syngenta Crop Protection Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Syngenta Crop Protection LLC, Greensboro, North Carolina, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations: Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review". The comment was written on Feb. 19, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC, the primary simazine registrant, submits the following comments on the draft Biological Evaluation (BE) for simazine more
UCLA Student Issues Public Comment on DOEd Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rikka J. Venturanza, student at the University of California, Los Angeles, California, has issued a public comment on the Department of Education notice entitled "Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Program Application". The comment was posted on Feb. 26, 2021:
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I am a former staff member at Califo more
University of Arkansas Agriculture Division Professor Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Tom Barber, professor and extension weed scientist in the Agriculture Division at the University of Arkansas, Lonoke, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations: Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review". The comment was written on Feb. 17, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Herbicides containing the active ingredient atrazine remain critical in Arkansas for th more
University of Delaware Research & Education Center Extension Specialist Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Mark VanGessel, extension specialist in the Research and Education Center at the University of Delaware, Georgetown, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations: Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review". The comment was written on Feb. 14, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Triazines are still a mainstay for weed programs in Delaware. I estimate 90 to 95% of al more
University of Florida IFAS Research Everglades Research & Education Center Associate Professor Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Calvin Odero, extension weed specialist and associate professor at the University of Florida IFAS Research Everglades Research and Education Center, Belle Glade, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations: Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review". The comment was written on Feb. 18, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Triazine herbicides (atrazine, ametryn and more
University of San Diego Professor Issues Public Comment on DOEd Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- James O. Fabionar, assistant professor of the Learning and Teaching Department at the University of San Diego, California, has issued a public comment on the Department of Education notice entitled "Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Program Application". The comment was written on Feb. 25, 2021, and pos more
Utility Solid Waste Activities Group Issues Public Comment on EPA Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- The Utility Solid Waste Activities Group has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency proposed rule entitled "Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Reconsideration of Beneficial Use Criteria and Piles; Notification of Data Availability". The comment was written on Feb. 22, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The Utility Solid Waste Activities Group ("USWAG")/1 submits these c more
Washington State Agriculture Department Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Gary Bahr, manager of the Natural Resources Assessment Section at the Washington State Agriculture Department, Olympia, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations: Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review". The comment was written on Feb. 19, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has delegated authority from EP more
Wisconsin Corn Growers Association Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Mark Hoffmann, president of the Wisconsin Corn Growers Association, Lisbon, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations: Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review". The comment was written on Feb. 19, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The Wisconsin Corn Growers Association (WCGA) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency' more
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation Issues Public Comment on EPA Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Kevin Krentz, president of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, Madison, has issued a public comment on the Environmental Protection Agency notice entitled "Draft Endangered Species Act Biological Evaluations: Atrazine, Simazine, and Propazine Registration Review". The comment was written on Feb. 19, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation (WFBF) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (E more
ALS Association Issues Public Comment on CDC Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Neil Thakur, chief mission officer of the ALS Association, Arlington, Virginia, has issued a public comment on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notice entitled "ACIP Emergency Meeting". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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On behalf of the more than 20,000 Americans living with ALS, The ALS Association requests that the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) prioriti more
Coalition for Workforce Innovation Issues Public Comment on Wage & Hour Division Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Seyfarth Shaw LLP, Chicago, Illinois, has issued a public comment on behalf of the Coalition for Workforce Innovation on the Wage and Hour Division proposed rule entitled "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Delay of Effective Date". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
The comment was co-signed by Camille A. Olson and Richard B. Lapp, partners for labor and employment, and Lawrence Z. Lorber, senior counsel.
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These Com more
Examiners Edge Issues Public Comment on Patent & Trademark Office Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Gary ONeill, managing director of Examiners Edge, Dallas, Texas, has issued a public comment on the Patent and Trademark Office notice entitled "National Strategy for Expanding American Innovation". The comment was written on Feb. 18, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Our diverse team of patent practitioners, engineers, and technologists at Examiners Edge applauds the work of the United States Patent and Trademark Office USPTO in leading the way towards developing more
Florida Beekeepers Association Issues Public Comment on APHIS Notice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Branden W. Stanford, president of the Florida Beekeepers Association, has issued a public comment on the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service notice entitled "Environmental Assessments; Availability, etc.: Release of Bikasha collaris and Gadirtha fusca for Biological Control of Chinese Tallow". The comment was written on Feb. 20, 2021, and posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
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As the President of The Florida State Beekeepers Association, I am writing to express my strong more
National Alliance of Life Companies Issues Public Comment on Wage & Hour Division Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Jim Hodges, executive director of the National Alliance of Life Companies, Sarasota, Florida, has issued a public comment on the Wage and Hour Division proposed rule entitled "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Delay of Effective Date". The comment was written on Feb. 22, 2021, and posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
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The National Alliance of Life Companies (NALC) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the proposal to delay the Department of L more
National Association of Insurance & Financial Advisors Issues Public Comment on Wage & Hour Division Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Kevin Mayeux, CEO of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, Falls Church, Virginia, has issued a public comment on the Wage and Hour Division proposed rule entitled "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Delay of Effective Date". The comment was written on Feb. 23, 2021, and posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
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The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) appreciates the opportunity to submit comments t more
National Employment Law Project Issues Public Comment on Wage & Hour Division Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- The National Employment Law Project, New York, has issued a public comment on the Wage and Hour Division proposed rule entitled "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Delay of Effective Date". The comment was written on Feb. 23, 2021, and posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
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The National Employment Law Project ("NELP") submits these comments on the Department of Labor's ("Department" or "DOL") Request for Comment on Delay of the Effective Date of RI more
Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters Issues Public Comment on Wage & Hour Division Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Matt Malmsheimer, counsel at the Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters, Kent, Washington, has issued a public comment on the Wage and Hour Division proposed rule entitled "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Delay of Effective Date". The comment was written on Feb. 23, 2021, and posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
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I write on behalf of the Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters ("the Council") to support the proposed delay of more
Service Employees International Union Issues Public Comment on Wage & Hour Division Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Mia Dell, policy director at the Service Employees International Union, has issued a public comment on the Wage and Hour Division proposed rule entitled "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Delay of Effective Date". The comment was written on Feb. 23, 2021, and posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
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The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) submits these comments on the Department of Labor's (Department, DOL) Request for Comment on Delay of t more
Signatory Wall & Ceiling Contractors Alliance Issues Public Comment on Wage & Hour Division Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Scott Casabona, president of the Signatory Wall and Ceiling Contractors Alliance, has issued a public comment on the Wage and Hour Division proposed rule entitled "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Delay of Effective Date". The comment was written and posted on Feb. 24, 2021:
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The Signatory Wall and Ceiling Contractors Alliance (SWACCA) is a national, nonprofit trade association that advocates for the interests of union-signatory wall more
Talos Energy Issues Public Comment on Bureau of Safety & Environmental Enforcement Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Lynne Hackedom, director for government affairs at Talos Energy Inc., Houston, Texas, has issued a public comment on the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement proposed rule entitled "Risk Management, Financial Assurance and Loss Prevention". The comment was written on Dec. 7, 2020, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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Talos Energy Inc., along with its subsidiaries ( collectively, "Talos") appreciates the opportunity to provide comments to the Bureau of Safety and more
United Airlines Issues Public Comment on FAA Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Eugene Liow, fleet engineering for 737 structures at United Airlines, Chicago, Illinois, has issued a public comment on the Federal Aviation Administration proposed rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives: The Boeing Company Airplanes". The comment was written on Feb. 24, 2021, and posted on Feb. 25, 2021:
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United Airlines (UAL) concurs with Ref /A/ notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) and the need to accomplish Ref /B/ alert requirements bulletin to detect and corr more
Rep. Axne, Iowa House Members Push Biden Administration to Employ New COVID-19 Vaccine for Rural Areas
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Cynthia Axne, D-Iowa, issued the following news release:
Rep. Cindy Axne (IA-03) joined Reps. Ashley Hinson (IA-01), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), and Randy Feenstra (IA-04) to urge the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to utilize the newly approved COVID-19 vaccine to ramp up vaccination efforts in Iowa's rural areas.
The new COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson, which only requires one do more
Rep. Welch: House Passes $1.9 Trillion 'American Rescue Plan' COVID Relief Bill
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
Representative Peter Welch supported the House passed $1.9 trillion 'American Rescue Plan' COVID relief bill late Friday night. The bold bill is a top priority of both Rep. Welch and President Joe Biden and will raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour, extend federal unemployment insurance, deliver immediate financial relief to families, support small businesses and vaccinate more people throughout the country more
Reps. Sherman and Fitzpatrick Introduce Bill to Allow Increased Credit Union Lending to Struggling Small Businesses
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Brad Sherman, D-California, issued the following news release:
Congressman Brad Sherman (D-Sherman Oaks), who Chairs the Subcommittee on Investor Protection, Entrepreneurship, and Capital Markets, and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) introduced the Access to Credit for Small Businesses Impacted by the COVID-19 Crisis Act of 2021. This legislation is designed to help ensure that community credit unions have the flexibility necessary to be able to provide their mem more
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Acting Mich. U.S. Attorney: FCA U.S. Pleads Guilty to Making Illegal Payments to UAW Officials
DETROIT, Michigan, March 2 -- The Acting U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan, Saima S. Mohsin, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
FCA US LLC (FCA, a/k/a Fiat Chrysler Automobiles), one of the big three American automobile manufacturers, pleaded guilty to conspiring to violate the Labor Management Relations Act, also known as the Taft-Hartley Act, by making illegal payments to officers of the United Auto Workers union, Acting United States Attorney Saima S. Mohsin more
Del. Norton Reintroduces Bill Revoking Securities and Exchange Commission's Leasing Authority Ahead of Tomorrow's Nomination Hearing for SEC Chair
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C., issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) reintroduced the Securities and Exchange Commission Real Estate Leasing Authority Revocation Act, which would revoke the real estate leasing authority of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The leasing authority would be returned to the General Services Administration (GSA), the federal government's real estate arm.
"It is incredibl more
Eglin AFB: Test Wing Earns More Awards
EGLIN AFB, Florida, March 2 -- The U.S. Air Force's Eglin Air Force Base issued the following news:
Congratulations to the follow 96th Test Wing Airmen, civilians and units on their recent major command and larger awards.
Southeast Tristate Combined Federal Campaign
96th Test Wing - Large Agency of the Year
Air Force Materiel Command awards
Chapel
Senior Airman Princess Harmon - Outstanding Religious Affairs Airman
Senior Master Sgt. Aaron Smith - Outstanding Religious Affairs Senior NCO
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Federal Correctional Officer Indicted, Arrested for Introducing Contraband Into Metropolitan Detention Center in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, March 2 -- The U.S. Attorney for the District of Puerto Rico, W. Stephen Muldrow, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Arcadia Zorrilla Hernandez, Correctional Officer at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Guaynabo, PR, was indicted and arrested for providing contraband in prison, announced U.S. Attorney for the District of Puerto Rico, W. Stephen Muldrow. The FBI is in charge of the investigation in collaboration with the Department of Justice - Of more
G. Norman Acker III to Serve as Acting U.S. Attorney for Eastern District of North Carolina
RALEIGH, North Carolina, March 2 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
G. Norman Acker, III has begun serving as the Acting United States Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, following the departure of U.S. Attorney Robert J. Higdon, Jr. on February 27, 2021.
Acting U.S. Attorney Acker has served as an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) for more than thirty years. During his tenure more
Ky. Gov. Beshear: Many Businesses Can Now Increase Capacity to 60%
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, March 2 -- Gov. Andy Beshear, D-Kentucky, issued the following news:
On Monday, Gov. Andy Beshear announced 18 industries can increase capacity to 60% as the state completes its seventh straight week of declining COVID-19 cases.
Today, the Governor reported the lowest number of new COVID-19 cases since Sept. 28 and the lowest positivity rate since Oct. 18.
"Today, we have more good news than at any time in the pandemic. We've never seen what we are seeing now in terms of more
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Rep. Dan Crenshaw, R-Texas, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Congressman Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) today introduced new legislation to end disastrous economic lockdowns that were imposed unilaterally largely by local Democrat leaders in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The End Lockdowns Now Act would require states and localities to submit economic reopening plans in order to qualify for COVID recovery aid. Crenshaw's legislation also ensures that the pres more
Rep. Lynch Issues Statement on Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction Report
WASHINGTON, March 2 (TNSRep) -- Rep. Stephen F. Lynch, D-Massachusetts, chair of the House Oversight and Reform Subcommittee on National Security, issued the following statement on March 1, 2021:
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Rep. Stephen F. Lynch, Chairman of the Subcommittee on National Security, issued the following statement in response to a new report from the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) detailing how billions of dollars Congress appropriated for reconstruction projects in Af more
SAP Public Services to Pay $2.2 Million to Settle False Claims Act Allegations
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 2 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
Deputy United States Attorney Louis D. Lappen announced that SAP Public Services, Inc. has agreed to pay the United States more than $2.2 Million to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by failing to pay required fees on contracts it signed pursuant to agreements with the United States General Services Administra more
Sen. Johnson Presses Capitol Police, Architect of Capitol, for Information Regarding Capitol Breach
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) Monday sent letters to the acting chief of police of the U.S. Capitol Police and the Architect of the Capitol raising questions about the security considerations for the Jan. 6, 2021 joint session of Congress.
Monday's letters follow the Jan. 21, 2021 letters to the acting and former sergeants at arms, the Feb. 24, 2021 letter to the chairs and ranking members of the Senate R more
Sen. Wicker Sends Letter to TSA Administrator on Quiet Skies Program
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Mississippi, ranking member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., ranking member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, today sent a letter to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Administrator David Pekoske urging swift implementation of the recommendations included in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS more
Sens. Carper, Peters Release GAO Report Showing More Action Is Needed to Address PFAS Contamination
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Thomas Carper, D-Delaware, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
U.S. Senator Tom Carper (D-Del.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee (EPW), and Senator Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, released a report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) that shows the federal government needs to take further action to clean up and prevent contamination from per- and polyf more
Sens. Carper, Peters Release GAO Report Showing More Action is Needed to Address PFAS Contamination
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Tom Carper, D-Delaware, chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release on March 1, 2021:
U.S. Senator Tom Carper (D-Del.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee (EPW), and Senator Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, released a report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) that shows the federal government needs to take further acti more
U.S. Attorney Trent Shores Leaves Department of Justice After 18 Years of Service to Nation
TULSA, Oklahoma, March 2 -- The U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Oklahoma, Trent Shores, issued the following news release on Feb. 28, 2021:
Today marks Trent Shores' final day of service as United States Attorney. His resignation brings to a close nearly 18 years of federal law enforcement experience. He served the mission of justice under four Presidents and seven United States Attorneys General.
"Serving as United States Attorney has been the privilege of a lifetime. I am humbled more
W.Va. House of Delegates: Senate Calendar and Committee Schedule for Tuesday, March 2, 2021
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, March 2 -- The West Virginia House of Delegates issued the following news release:
Tuesday, March 2, 2021 - 21st Day of Session
The Senate will convene at 11 a.m.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
* SCR 10: Calling Article V convention proposing term limits
THIRD READING
* Eng. Com. Sub. for SB 5: Relating to claims arising out of WV Consumer Credit and Protection Act
* Eng. Com. Sub. for SB 160: Authorizing Department of Revenue to promulgate legislative rules (original simi more
White House Issues Transcript of News Briefing By Press Secretary Psaki, Homeland Security Secretary
WASHINGTON, March 2 -- The White House issued the following transcript of a news briefing by Press Secretary Jen Psaki and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on March 1, 2021:
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MS. PSAKI: Okay. Today, we have a very special guest, Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas. Secretary Mayorkas is the first Latino and immigrant confirmed to serve as Secretary of Homeland Security. He has led a distinguished 30-year career as a law enforcement official and a nationally recognized lawye more
DOT I.G.: 'Quality Control Review of Management Letter for DOT's Audited Consolidated Financial Statements for Fiscal Years 2020 & 2019'
WASHINGTON, March 1 -- The Transportation Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. QC2021015) on Jan. 27, 2021, entitled "Quality Control Review of the Management Letter for the Department of Transportation's Audited Consolidated Financial Statements for Fiscal Years 2020 and 2019":
Here are excerpts:
What We Looked At
This report presents the results of our quality control review (QCR) of KPMG LLP's management letter related to the audit it conducted, under contract with us, more
Commerce IG: FY 2021 Audit of Department's Digital Accountability & Transparency Act of 2014 Reporting
WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of the Inspector General issued the following memorandum regarding the "FY 2021 Audit of the Department's Digital Accountability and Transparency Act of 2014 Reporting":
MEMORANDUM FOR: Stephen Kunze, Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Director for Financial Management, Office of Financial Management, Office of the Secretary
FROM: Richard Bachman, Assistant Inspector General for Audit and Evaluation
SUBJECT: FY 2021 Audit of the more
Commerce IG: FY 2020 Small Business Innovation Research Report Letter to House Committee on Science, Space & Technology
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce Inspector General issued the following letter on:
The Honorable Eddie Bernice Johnson, Chairwoman, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, U.S. House of Representatives, 2321 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; The Honorable Frank Lucas, Ranking Member, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, U.S. House of Representatives, 2321 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515
Dear Chairwoman Johnson and Rankin more
Commerce IG: FY 2020 Small Business Innovation Research Report Letter to House Committee on Small Business
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce Inspector General issued the following letter:
The Honorable Nydia Velazquez, Chairwoman, Committee on Small Business, U.S. House of Representatives, 2361 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; The Honorable Blaine Luetkemeyer, Ranking Member, Committee on Small Business, U.S. House of Representatives, 2361 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515
Dear Chairwoman Velazquez and Ranking Member Luetkemeyer:
In accord more
Commerce IG: FY 2020 Small Business Innovation Research Report Letter to Senate Committee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce Inspector General issued the following letter:
The Honorable Ben Cardin, Chairman, Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, United States Senate, 428A Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; The Honorable Rand Paul, Ranking Member, Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, United States Senate, 428A Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20515
Dear Chairman Cardin and Ranking Member Paul:
In accordan more
DOT I.G.: 'Weaknesses in FAA's Certification & Delegation Processes Hindered Its Oversight of 737 MAX 8'
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- The Transportation Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. AV2021020) entitled "Weaknesses in FAA's Certification and Delegation Processes Hindered Its Oversight of the 737 MAX 8":
Here are excerpts:
What We Looked At
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has historically maintained an excellent safety record. However, two fatal accidents in 2018 and 2019 involving the Boeing 737 MAX 8 raised concerns about FAA's oversight and certification of civil more
