Department of Education Issues Sept. 29 Education Review Newsletter
WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following Education Review newsletter on Sept. 29, 2023:
On back-to-back days this week, the Biden Administration took major actions to protect consumers, increase transparency, and promote opportunity and diversity in higher education.
First, the Department released final regulations that establish the most effective set of safeguards ever against unaffordable debt or insufficient earnings for postsecondary students (press r more
House Majority Leader Scalise: Committee Cliff Notes - Weekly Recap - September 25, 2023
WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 (Rep.) -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release on Sept. 29, 2023:
Here's a recap of key moments from House Republican committees during the week:
Armed Services
On Wednesday, September 27, the Quality of Life Panel held a hearing on the current state of unaccompanied military housing. The hearing comes a week after a GAO report detailed the disturbing conditions of unaccompanied housing for junior servicemembers. Members soug more
Politics: President Biden
Alliance for American Manufacturing Issues Public Comment to Treasury Dept.
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Alliance for American Manufacturing has issued a public comment to the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The comment was written and posted on Sept. 28, 2023.
The comment, on Docket No. TREAS-DO-2023-0009-0001, was sent to Meena R. Sharma, Acting Director, Office of Investment Security Policy and International Relations.
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The Alliance for American Manufacturing (AAM) appreciates the opportunity to respond to the request for comments posted in the Federal Register more
Barrasso, Lummis Vote to Keep Government Open
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, issued the following statement on Sept. 30, 2023:
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U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis, both R-Wyo., issued the following statements after voting for the short-term funding bill to keep the government open.
"Keeping the government open is the right thing to do for Wyoming," said Barrasso. "This legislation bridges the gap to pay our troops and keeps our National Parks open. One issue that many people in Wyoming are concerned more
Bureau of Ocean Energy Management: Notice of Intent to Prepare Gulf of Mexico Regional Outer Continental Shelf Oil & Gas Programmatic EIS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Ocean Energy Management has issued a notice, published in the Federal Register on Oct. 2, 2023, entitled "Notice of Intent to Prepare a Gulf of Mexico Regional Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement."
The notice was issued by James J. Kendall, Regional Director, New Orleans Office.
COMMENT DEADLINE: November 1, 2023
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SUMMARY:
Consistent with the regulations implementing the Nati more
Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget: Congress Avoids a Shutdown, But Leaves Much More to Be Done
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget issued the following statement on Sept. 30, 2023:
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The House and Senate have approved a Continuing Resolution (CR) that funds the government at Fiscal Year 2023 appropriations levels and avoids a government shutdown. The bill now goes to President Biden for his signature.
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The following is a statement from Maya MacGuineas, president of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget:
It's a relief and good news th more
Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Celebrates Democratic Wins in Government Funding Legislation
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Congressional Progressive Caucus issued the following statement on Sept. 30, 2023:
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Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, issued the following statement on the victories Democrats secured in legislation to keep the government open:
"House Democrats have engineered a huge victory for the American people in averting a Republican shutdown. This is a moment of relief for the thousands of federal employees and working more
Congressman Alex X. Mooney Blasts 45-Day Stopgap Spending
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Alex Mooney, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release on Sept. 30, 2023:
Today, Republican leadership in Congress joined with all but one Democrat to continue President Biden's outrageous spending that is bankrupting America and ruining our economy with inflation.
The vote today funds the federal government for 45 days with no spending cuts at all, and keeps the entire Biden agenda in place. This is an affront to the voters who gave Republicans the majority more
Congressman Chris Deluzio Votes to Prevent Government Shutdown and Protect Working Families, Troops, & Veterans
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Sept. 30, 2023:
Today, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) voted to prevent a Republican Government Shutdown. The continuing resolution funding measure he supported will avert a shutdown and make sure that our troops and others are paid, Social Security offices remain open, rail safety won't be compromised, and hungry kids won't lose out on federal food assistance.
"Far-right Republicans tried to force more
Fitzgerald Statement on Continuing Resolution
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Scott Fitzgerald, R-Wisconsin, issued the following statement on Sept. 30, 2023:
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Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after a continuing resolution was passed in the House of Representatives.
"Ever since President Biden took office, we've lost complete control over our southern border. Day-by-day we hear from border patrol and read reports that paint a worsening picture. To that end, I voted yesterday on a CR that would ha more
Foreign Policy for America Statement on the Passage of a Continuing Resolution to Fund the Government
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Foreign Policy for America issued the following news release:
By passing a 45-day stopgap bill, Congress narrowly avoided an unnecessary and costly government shutdown. The House leadership's decision to end this crisis by finally acknowledging the bipartisan majority in favor of keeping our government open averted the harmful impact that a government shutdown would have had on our military, federal civil servants, and the American people.
FP4A is deeply concerned that t more
House Majority Leader Scalise: Time for Senate To Do Their Work
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (Rep.) -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following remarks on Sept. 30, 2023:
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Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.), House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), and Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) to highlight the bipartisan passage of a continuing resolution to keep America's government funded. Leader Scalise emphasized that, as House Republicans fight to rein in more
Index Industry Association Issues Public Comment to Treasury Dept.
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rick Redding, Chief Executive Officer, Index Industry Association, has issued a public comment to the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The comment was written and posted on Sept. 28, 2023.
The comment, on Docket No. TREAS-DO-2023-0009-0001, was sent to Meena R. Sharma, Acting Director, Office of Investment Security Policy.
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The Index Industry Association (IIA or we) appreciates the opportunity to share our views on the Department of the Treasury's (Treasury) Advance more
Luetkemeyer Responds to Successful Continuing Resolution
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer, R-Missouri, issued the following statement on Sept. 30, 2023:
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Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-3) today released the following statement in response to Congress' passage of a bipartisan continuing resolution.
"A government shutdown could cost taxpayers $1 billion to $2 billion per day. That creates an increase to the deficit, a paid vacation for thousands of government workers at the taxpayers' expense, and a stop to the congressional investigat more
McCollum Statement on Passage of Continuing Resolution to Keep the Government Open
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Betty McCollum, D-Minnesota, issued the following statement on Sept. 30, 2023:
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Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense, released the following statement today after the House passed a Continuing Resolution to keep the government funded and operating for 45 days, which the Senate is expected to soon pass and send to President Biden to be signed into law:
"Once again, House Democrats stood stro more
Md. Gov. Moore's Statement Regarding the Passage of the Bipartisan Bill to Keep the Government Open
ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Wes Moore, D-Maryland, issued the following statement on Oct. 1, 2023:
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Governor Wes Moore today released the following statement regarding the passage of the bipartisan bill to keep the government open:
"The bipartisan effort led by President Biden to keep the government open has prevented an unnecessary crisis and is good news for Marylanders. This unneeded shutdown would have devastated thousands of Marylanders and millions of Americans.
"Though th more
Moulton Statement on Vote for Continuing Resolution to Avert Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Massachusetts, issued the following statement on Sept. 30, 2023:
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Congressman Moulton issued the following statement following the passage of a continuing resolution by the House of Representatives to temporarily fund the government.
"Today I voted in favor of a short-term bill to prevent a catastrophic government shutdown. It is far from a perfect bill, but I believe that it is the best option on the table given the alternatives. I will not sta more
REP. HILL STATEMENT ON HOUSE PASSAGE OF CONTINUING RESOLUTION
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, issued the following statement on Oct. 1, 2023:
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Rep. French Hill (AR-02) released the following statement after House Republicans passed H.R. 5860, the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act.
"For weeks, I have worked tirelessly with my Republican colleagues in the House to pass our 2024 spending bills. We have passed over 70% of all funding, whereas the Senate has passed zero. Our bills have serious spending cuts more
Salazar Exposes the Growing Chinese Threat in Latin America
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
Western Hemisphere Subcommittee Chairwoman Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) organized a hearing detailing the extent of Chinese influence throughout Latin America, and the national security threat this poses to the United States.
Salazar announced that Communism is once again on our doorstep, and that great power competition has returned to the Western Hemisphere.
"China, in my understanding, is the greatest th more
Texas Democratic Party Chairman Gilberto Hinojosa Issues a Statement Following GOP-Sponsored Government Shutdown Agreement
AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 2 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following statement on Sept. 30, 2023:
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Texas Democratic Party Chairman Gilberto Hinojosa issued the following statement after Republicans finally decide to govern and pass a temporary continuing resolution:
"Speaker McCarthy's nonsensical approach to "governing" has made a mockery of the U.S. House of Representatives, and confirms that the chaos in the Republican Party originates from the top down. He and the rest of House R more
Trahan Votes to Avert Extreme MAGA Republican Shutdown
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Lori Trahan, D-Massachusetts, issued the following statement on Sept. 30, 2023:
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Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) voted to avert a catastrophic Republican shutdown:
"I just voted to avert a Republican shutdown that would be disastrous for American servicemembers, working families, and small businesses. We should never have gotten to the point where families went into the weekend wondering if they'd be able to put food on the table or cover their utility more
U.S. Bishops' Migration Chairman Welcomes Administration's Continued Commitment to Refugee Resettlement, Urges Congress to Maintain Bipartisan Support
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops issued the following statement on Sept. 30, 2023:
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On September 29, 2023, President Biden signed a Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions that allows for welcoming up to 125,000 refugees during Fiscal Year (FY) 2024, beginning October 1, 2023. The Presidential Determination serves as an annual goal for the number of refugees resettled through the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP). The number for FY 2024 is level more
U.S. Embassy in Bangladesh Ambassador Haas Remarks at Climate Action Champions Network
DHAKA, Bangladesh, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Embassy in Bangladesh issued the following remarks on Oct. 1, 2023, by Ambassador Peter Haas at the Climate Action Champions Network:
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Good afternoon. For many of you hailing from India, Bhutan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka - welcome to Bangladesh! It's inspiring to see champions from throughout the region dedicated to addressing the urgent challenges of climate change in the Indian subcontinent.
Your sustained efforts are crucial in building a sustainable more
Amata Welcomes House Passage of 45-Day Funding Bill to Prevent Shutdown
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 (Rep.) -- Del. Aumua Amata Radewagen, R-American Samoa, issued the following news release:
Washington, D.C. -- Congresswoman Uifa'atali Amata is welcoming bipartisan House passage Saturday of a 45-day government funding bill to prevent a shutdown. The Continuing Resolution (CR), passed by a vote of 335-91, maintains current fiscal year 2023 funding at the start of the new fiscal year on October 1, 2023, providing another month and a half to negotiate and pass the major approp more
Dapper Labs Issues Public Comment to Treasury Dept.
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Alex C. Levine, General Counsel and Chief Regulatory Officer, Dapper Labs Inc., has issued a public comment to the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The comment was written on Sept. 26, 2023, and posted on Sept. 27, 2023.
The comment, on Docket No. IRS-2023-0041-0001, was sent to Lilly Batchelder, Assistant Secretary (Tax Policy).
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Dapper Labs, Inc. ("Dapper") submits this letter to respectfully request that you extend the comment period by at least an additional 60 more
DOT IG: Oversight of Consumer Protection for Airline Ticket Refunds
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The Transportation Inspector General issued the following audit announcement on Sept. 26, 2023, entitled "Oversight of Consumer Protection for Airline Ticket Refunds:"
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From: Nelda Z. Smith, Assistant Inspector General for Aviation Audits
To: General Counsel
As the air travel industry began to respond and recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it experienced an increase in flight delays and cancellations as well as consumer requests for airline ticket r more
President Biden Issues Message to Congress on Designation of Funding as Emergency Requirement in Accordance With Sec. 114(c) of Division A of Continuing Appropriations Act for FY 2024, Other Extensions Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- President Biden issued the following message to Congress on Sept. 30, 2023, on the designation of funding as an emergency requirement in accordance with Sec. 114(c) of division A of the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act:
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In accordance with section 114(c) of division A of the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act (H.R. 5860; the "Act"), I hereby designate as emergency requirements all funding (including the transfer a more
President Biden Issues Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Bill to Keep Government Open
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- President Biden issued the following statement on Sept. 30, 2023, on the passage of the bipartisan bill to keep the government open:
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Tonight, bipartisan majorities in the House and Senate voted to keep the government open, preventing an unnecessary crisis that would have inflicted needless pain on millions of hardworking Americans. This bill ensures that active-duty troops will continue to get paid, travelers will be spared airport delays, millions of women and chil more
State Department IG: 'OIG's Review of the Department of State's Evacuation of U.S. Embassy Kabul, Afghanistan'
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 (TNSrep) -- The State Department Inspector General issued the following information brief (No. AUD-MERO-23-33) in September 2023 entitled "OIG's Review of the Department of State's Evacuation of U.S. Embassy Kabul, Afghanistan."
Here are excerpts:
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INTRODUCTION
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) conducted a classified review,/1 which is summarized in this information brief, to determine whether U.S. Embassy Kabul, Afghanistan, followed established Department of Sta more
White House Issues Transcript of News Briefing by Press Secretary Jean-Pierre, OMB Director Young
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The White House issued the following transcript of a news briefing on Sept. 29, 2023, by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and Office of Management and Budget Director Shalanda Young:
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(Ms. Jean-Pierre steps over a cable on the press dais.)
Q: That was -- that was risky.
MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Very risky.
Q: You are feisty today.
MS. JEAN-PIERRE: I am feisty. It's Friday, folks. It's Friday. Happy Friday. Good afternoon. We have the amazing Shalanda Young in the house more
JOINT HOUSE DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON PASSAGE OF THE CONTINUING RESOLUTION
WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release:
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar and Vice Chair Ted Lieu released the following statement:From the beginning of this Congress, House Democrats have made clear that we will always put people over politics, seek bipartisan common ground wherever possible and fight Republican extremism whenever necessary.
On the H more
Statement by Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen
WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release:
I applaud Congress for moving to avoid a reckless and unnecessary government shutdown. America has made remarkable economic progress over the last two and a half years, with unemployment near historic lows, inflation declining, and robust economic growth. We should be working to support our economic progress -- as President Biden has done with generational investments in infrastructure, semiconductors more
Environmental Groups Sound Alarm on LNG Industry's 'Hydrogen-Ready' Bait-and-Switch
WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Friends of the Earth issued the following news release on Sept. 28, 2023:
Today, 25 National and Gulf groups sent a letter to the Department of Energy, urging that no funding from the Regional Hydrogen Hub program be used to subsidize LNG infrastructure under the guise of 'hydrogen-ready' exports. Despite technical and economic barriers to hydrogen-ready LNG, recent statements from the G7 forum raise concerns that the United States could be lending political and financia more
House Speaker McCarthy: It's Not a Talking Point
WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, R-California, issued the following news release:
Washington Democrats and the media are out of step with the American people: they continue to ignore the crisis at the Southern border.
In border communities like Eagle Pass, Texas, thousands of illegal immigrants are crossing the border every day. In places far from the border such as New York City, Chicago, Massachusetts, and Washington, D.C., Democrat governors and mayors have decla more
Ocean Conservancy: With an Executive Order President Biden Can Take Meaningful Action to Eliminate Shipping Emissions and Advance Environmental Justice
WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- The Ocean Conservancy issued the following news release:
In a letter sent to President Biden on World Maritime Day, 32 organizations called for an Executive Order to decarbonize maritime shipping. The Biden administration has already made significant commitments to eliminate emissions from the shipping industry, as well as to accelerate the development of zero-emission fuels and technologies and advance environmental justice. While the administration can achieve many of more
Reform Leaders Express Support for Israel's Entry Into the Visa Waiver Program
NEW YORK, Sept. 29 -- The Union for Reform Judaism issued the following statement on Sept. 28, 2023, by President Rabbi Rick Jacobs with Rabbi Josh Weinberg, director of the Association of Reform Zionists of America:
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Israel's participation in the U.S. visa waiver program will bring Israelis and Americans, as well as Israel and the U.S., closer than ever. Across our families, communities, congregations and summer camps we have seen the way love, relationships and understanding can flouris more
Sudanese Diaspora, Rights Organizations Rally Outside White House to Urge US to Take Urgent Measures to Protect Civilians
WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Refugees International issued the following news release:
Impacted communities and advocates sound the alarm on the devastating humanitarian consequences of the Sudan conflict.
On Saturday, September 23, 2023, Sudanese diaspora groups and several prominent human rights organizations rallied in Washington, DC outside the White House to call for more strategic action on Sudan from the Biden Administration.
The event was held as fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces more
Protect Our Care Fact Sheet: GOP Legislation to Promote HSAs Gives a Boost to the Wealthy While Undermining Affordable Coverage
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- Protect Our Care issued the following fact sheet:
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GOP Legislation to Promote HSAs Gives a Boost to the Wealthy While Undermining Affordable Coverage
As Republicans are on the verge of forcing a reckless government shutdown, they are once again (https://www.protectourcare.org/house-gop-health-care-bills-benefit-the-wealthy-and-diminish-affordable-care-act-protections/) considering legislation to promote the use of health savings accounts (HSA), which overwhelmingl more
Protect Our Care Fact Sheet: How Medicare's New Drug Price Negotiation Power Will Advance Health Equity
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- Protect Our Care issued the following fact sheet:
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How Medicare's New Drug Price Negotiation Power Will Advance Health Equity
On August 29, the Biden administration announced (https://www.cms.gov/files/document/fact-sheet-medicare-selected-drug-negotiation-list-ipay-2026.pdf) the first round of high-cost drugs whose prices will come down as Medicare negotiates with the drug companies - a new power they have under the Inflation Reduction Act. This new program will more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Afro-Descendants of Latin America
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11790) on Afro-descendants of Latin America on Sept. 27, 2023, by senior research librarian Carla Y. Davis-Castro.
Here are excerpts:
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Afro-descendants of Latin America: Selected Resources
The United Nations (U.N.) estimates that approximately "200 million people identifying themselves as being of African descent live in the Americas." Congress has long demonstrated interest in the more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Campaign Finance Policy & a Lapse in Federal Appropriations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12255) on campaign finance policy and a lapse in federal appropriations on Sept. 27, 2023, by American national government specialist R. Sam Garrett:
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Campaign Finance Policy and a Lapse in Federal Appropriations: Frequently Asked Questions
Current appropriations for the federal government expire on September 30, 2023. If federal funds are not appropriated for FY2024 before October more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Converting Office Space to Residential Housing
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12257) on converting office space to residential housing on Sept. 27, 2023, by macroeconomic policy analyst Lida R. Weinstock:
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Converting Office Space to Residential Housing
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, telework has increased on average - estimates vary, but several sources show a significant increase - leaving some office space unused or underutilized. According to the Natio more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on DOD Office of Cost Assessment & Program Evaluation
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12254) on the DOD Office of Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation on Sept. 27, 2023, by Cameron M. Keys, defense logistics and resource management policy analyst, and Alexandra G. Neenan, defense infrastructure policy analyst:
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FY2024 NDAA: Department of Defense Office of Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE)
The U.S. Department of Defense's (DOD) Office of Cost Assessment more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Employment Eligibility for Migrants Released From DHS Custody at Southwest Border
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12258) on employment eligibility for migrants released from DHS custody at the southwest border on Sept. 27, 2023, by immigration policy specialists Holly Straut-Eppsteiner and Audrey Singer.
Here are excerpts:
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Employment Eligibility for Migrants Released from DHS Custody at the Southwest Border
In the past three years, the United States has experienced record-high levels of migra more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Russia's War Against Ukraine - European Union Responses & U.S.-EU Relations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11897) on Russia's war against Ukraine - European Union responses and U.S.-EU relations on Sept. 26, 2023, by European Affairs specialist Kristin Archick:
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Russia's War Against Ukraine: European Union Responses and U.S.-EU Relations
The 27-member European Union (EU) has implemented a range of policy responses to Russia's war against Ukraine. EU actions and coordination with the Unit more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Security Cooperation
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12256) on security cooperation on Sept. 27, 2023, by Christina L. Arabia, security assistance, security cooperation and global arms trade analyst, and Ilana Krill, research assistant.
Here are excerpts:
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FY2024 NDAA: Security Cooperation
Background
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) broadly defines "security cooperation" (also known as SC) as department interactions with foreign more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Bureau of Land Management, FY2024 Appropriations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12500) on the Bureau of Land Management, fiscal 2024 appropriations on Sept. 25, 2023, by natural resources policy specialist Carol Hardy Vincent.
Here are excerpts:
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Bureau of Land Management: FY2024 Appropriations
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), in the Department of the Interior (DOI), manages 245 million acres of federal land, nearly all in the West. Under its multiple-us more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on China Primer - People's Liberation Army
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11719) on China primer - the People's Liberation Army on Sept. 26, 2023, by Asian affairs analyst Caitlin Campbell.
Here are excerpts:
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China Primer: The People's Liberation Army (PLA)
Overview
The People's Liberation Army (PLA) is the military arm of the Communist Party of China, the ruling party of the People's Republic of China (PRC or China). Since 2021, the U.S. Department o more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Federal Management of Sea Lampreys in Great Lakes & Lake Champlain
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12500) on the federal management of sea lampreys in the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain on Sept. 25, 2023, by natural resources policy specialist Pervaze A. Sheikh.
Here are excerpts:
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Federal Management of Sea Lampreys in the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain
The sea lamprey (Petromyzon marinus), sometimes known as the vampire fish (Figure 1), is a parasitic fish species native to th more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Major Functions of Department of Labor
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10975) on major functions of the Department of Labor on Sept. 25, 2023, by labor policy analyst Elizabeth Weber Handwerker:
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Major Functions of the U.S. Department of Labor
Creation of the Department of Labor
The Department of Labor (DOL) was created in 1913 by "An Act to create a Department of Labor" (P.L. 62-426). Its purpose was "to foster, promote, and develop the welfare of t more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Private Funding for Election Administration
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12501) on private funding for election administration on Sept. 26, 2023, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton:
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Private Funding for Election Administration
State and local election offices sometimes receive private donations of money, goods, or services to help them carry out their work. Following the onset of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic in more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Uyghurs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10281) on Uyghurs on Sept. 22, 2023, by Asian affairs specialist Thomas Lum and foreign affairs analyst Michael A. Weber.
Here are excerpts:
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China Primer: Uyghurs
Uyghurs (also spelled "Uighurs") are a Muslim ethnic minority group living primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region (XUAR) in the far northwest of the People's Republic of China (PRC or China). They have garne more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Climate Change & Extreme Heat
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12250) on climate change and extreme heat on Sept. 25, 2023, by environmental policy analyst Jonathan D. Haskett.
Here are excerpts:
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Climate Change and Extreme Heat
The United States experienced a series of record-breaking heat waves during the summer of 2023. The heat waves brought extreme temperatures to various U.S. regions, including Puerto Rico, the southern Plains, and the N more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Criminal Defendants Charged by Type of Offense
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12252) on criminal defendants charged by type of offense on Sept. 26, 2023, by American national government analyst Barry J. McMillion.
Here are excerpts:
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Recent Caseload Statistics for U.S. District Courts: Criminal Defendants Charged by Type of Offense
The Administrative Office of U.S. Courts regularly compiles data related to the workload of the federal courts. This Insight pro more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Criminal Defendants Charged With Immigration-Related Offenses
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12253) on criminal defendants charged with immigration-related offenses on Sept. 26, 2023, by American national government analyst Barry J. McMillion.
Here are excerpts:
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Recent Caseload Statistics for U.S. District Courts: Criminal Defendants Charged with Immigration-Related Offenses
This Insight provides an overview and analysis of criminal defendants charged with immigration-rel more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Federal Employee Pay in Context of a Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12251) on federal employee pay in the context of a government shutdown on Sept. 26, 2023, by Taylor N. Riccard, government organization and management analyst:
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Federal Employee Pay in the Context of a Government Shutdown
As Congress debates a continuing appropriations measure to avoid a lapse in appropriations and government shutdown at the beginning of the new fiscal year, Members more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Overview of Clarity for Payment Stablecoins Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12249) on overview of Clarity for Payment Stablecoins Act on Sept. 25, 2023, by financial economics analysts Paul Tierno and Andrew P. Scott:
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An Overview of H.R. 4766, Clarity for Payment Stablecoins Act
The House Committee on Financial Services on July 27, 2023, ordered to be reported an amendment in the nature of a substitute of the Clarity for Payment Stablecoins Act (H.R. 4766) more
Congressional Research Service Issues Legal Sidebar White Paper on Recent Appellate Decisions of Interest to Lawmakers, Sept. 18 - Sept. 24, 2023
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11046) on the recent appellate decisions of interest to lawmakers, Sept. 18 - Sept. 24, 2023, on Sept. 25, 2023, by deputy assistant director Michael John Garcia:
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Congressional Court Watcher: Recent Appellate Decisions of Interest to Lawmakers (September 18, 2023-September 24, 2023)
The federal courts issue hundreds of decisions every week in cases involving diverse legal di more
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Disney Vacation Club Celebrates the Grand Opening of The Villas at Disneyland Hotel
ANAHEIM, California, Sept. 29 -- Disneyland issued the following news release on Sept. 28, 2023:
Inspired by the creative magic of Walt Disney Animation Studios, The Villas at Disneyland Hotel are now open. The all-new tower features 344 thoughtfully themed guest rooms designed to immerse guests in the worlds of classic Disney stories while offering modern, just-like-home amenities only steps away from the Disneyland Resort theme parks.
"The Villas at Disneyland Hotel celebrates the remarkable more
NUHS Faculty Dr. Guadagno Recognized as Outstanding Leader in Education
LOMBARD, Illinois, Sept. 29 -- National University of Health Sciences issued the following news:
Carlo Guadagno, DC, DACBSP(R), ICSC, FICC, a National University of Health Sciences' Florida faculty member, was recently honored by Tampa Hispanic Heritage Inc. as a distinguished leader in the field of chiropractic education and sports medicine. Dr. Guadagno received the 2023 Hispanic Leadership Class Award at a ceremony at Tampa River Center September 19.
The 2023 Leadership Class honors outstan more
Media Tip Sheet: Disney's Latest Investment in Theme Parks, Cruises Over the Next Decade & Potential Disruptors
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- George Washington University issued the following news:
The Walt Disney Company recently announced plans to spend about $60 billion over the next 10 years on its theme parks, domestically and internationally, as well as to continue building its Disney Cruise Line. It's double the investment Disney has spent on its parks and cruise lines over the last decade. A professor at the George Washington University says there are several factors driving this new investment, like a more
Tech Professor Works Behind-the-Scenes on Disney+ Documentary
COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, Sept. 28 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release:
Carla Hurt, associate professor of biology at Tennessee Tech University, has been busy working "under the sea" for Disney. However instead of mermaids, she has been tracking Alpheus armatus, also known as the "pistol shrimp," for a documentary through National Geographic. Though only two inches long on average, the shrimp can make enough noise to disrupt sonar scans.
"I was doing some work more
Australian P.M. Albanese Issues Transcript of Radio Interview With Mix 102.3 Adelaide
CANBERRA, Australia, Sept. 27 -- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese issued the following transcript of a radio interview on Sept. 26, 2023, with Ali Clarke, Max Burford and Shane Lowe of Mix 102.3 Adelaide:
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ALI CLARKE, HOST: The Prime Minister of the country, Anthony Albanese. Good morning.
MAX BURFORD, HOST: I just turned the microphone on for the Prime Minister.
CLARKE: Do you know what? Shane Lowe has been so nervous about you coming in, not just because you come in with, yo more
UA Little Rock Welcomes Sweeden Dixon's Return to Lead Little Rock Athletics Communications Team
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 27 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news:
Brandy Sweeden Dixon has returned to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock to serve as the assistant athletic director of communications after more than a decade away from the collegiate athletics field.
"I am very excited to be back," said Sweeden Dixon, who lives in Sherwood. "I previously worked here until 2012, and that was my first job out of graduate school. Little Rock Athletics has always felt more
iHeartPodcasts and Imagine Audio Launch New True Crime Podcast, 'Peter and the Acid King' - The True Story of the Unsolved Death of Punk Icon Peter Ivers
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 26 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release on Sept. 25, 2023:
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WHAT: iHeartPodcasts and Imagine Audio today debuted "Peter and the Acid King," a punk true-crime podcast that takes listeners on a deep dive through the grimy, chaotic world of the Los Angeles punk scene in the early '80s and the brutal murder of New Wave Theater TV host Peter Ivers, the dynamic performer and artist known for bringing punk rock to TV. Created by Alan Sacks (Du-Beat-E-O, Thra more
Air Force Trailblazer, Maj. Gen. Leavitt, Retires After 31 Years of Service
SCOTT AFB, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Transportation Command issued the following news release on Sept. 23, 2023:
Today may mark the close of Air Force Maj. Gen. Jeannie Leavitt's distinguished career, but the legacy she's crafted and the lives she's influenced will undoubtedly resonate for generations, U.S. Transportation Command's top general said during Leavitt's retirement ceremony.
Officiating the event, USTRANSCOM Commander Air Force Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost more
College of Visual and Performing Arts Welcomes New Full-Time Faculty
SYRACUSE, New York, Sept. 25 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
Sixteen new full-time faculty joined the College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) for the 2023-24 academic year. Two of the faculty members are also new department chairs in the college.
The College of Visual and Performing Arts is pleased to welcome 16 new faculty members for the 2023-24 academic year. Top row, left to right: Gregg Barron, Harry Castle, Richard Dent IV, Rachel Dubrofsky, Jason Eppink. Middle row more
