American Society of Safety Professionals Report Identifies Key Trends Shaping Workplace Safety Future
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Corporate Listening Tour Report - A report from American Society of Safety Professionals - April 2026 (36 pages)
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The American Society of Safety Professionals issued a report analyzing emerging trends and critical challenges shaping workplace environmental health and safety through insights gathered from its Corporate Listening Tour. The report focuses on how organizations are adapting safety strategies in response to workforce changes, technological advan more
AXA XL Report Highlights Strategic Imperatives for Building Resilience at Scale
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Resilience at Scale: Cyber resilience in an era of consolidated & converging threats - A report from AXA XL, Stamford, Connecticut - April 2026 (21 pages)
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AXA XL issued a report examining how organizations can strengthen resilience in an increasingly complex risk environment shaped by cyber threats, regulatory pressures, and rapid technological change. The report focuses on the evolution of resilience from a technical concern to a strategic priority at th more
CASE Op-Ed in Townhall: The White House Can Find Better AI Partners Than Ultra Woke Anthropic
ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 7 -- Consumer Action for a Strong Economy issued the following excerpts of a commentary on April 6, 2026, by Chairman Gerard Scimeca to Townhall:
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CASE Op-Ed in Townhall: The White House Can Find Better AI Partners Than Ultra Woke Anthropic
Most film buffs know the trivia: the word "Mafia"was never uttered in "The Godfather," after real-life crime figures pressured filmmakers to avoid the term. Whatever their internal conflicts, mob leaders were united on one p more
Census Bureau Issues Tip Sheet No. 7 - April 3, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The U.S. Census Bureau issued the following tip sheet on April 3, 2026:
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Upcoming
Online Product Calendar
The U.S. Census Bureau provides anticipated release dates for its regular and recurring statistical products through its online product calendar. This calendar is regularly updated to reflect the most current information.
Data.census.gov Users Needed for Survey
The U.S. Census Bureau's Center for Enterprise Dissemination Services and Consumer Innovation is l more
Center for Internet Security Report Warns of Rising Prompt Injection Threats to AI Systems
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Prompt Injections: The Inherent Threat to Generative AI - A report from Center for Internet Security, East Greenbush, New York - March 2026 (13 pages)
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The Center for Internet Security issued a report analyzing the growing cybersecurity risks posed by prompt injection attacks targeting generative artificial intelligence systems used by public sector organizations. The report focuses on how these attacks exploit inherent weaknesses in large language models, more
CrowdStrike Named a Customers' Choice in the 2026 Gartner Peer Insights 'Voice of the Customer' for Managed Detection and Response Report
AUSTIN, Texas, April 7 (TNSrep) -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on April 6, 2026:
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CrowdStrike Named a Customers' Choice in the 2026 Gartner Peer Insights(TM) 'Voice of the Customer' for Managed Detection and Response Report
CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today announced it has been recognized as a Customers' Choice in the 2026 Gartner Peer Insights(TM) 'Voice o more
DOE Idaho National Laboratory: Uses for Non-Recyclables
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, April 7 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Idaho National Laboratory issued the following news release:
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New uses for non-recyclables
The value of recycling has been recognized for decades, but there are still significant challenges to keep waste from ending up in landfills or the ocean. The Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels and Feedstocks Office (formerly known as the Bioenergy Technologies Office) and the Idaho National Laboratory are working to find new recycl more
DOE Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory: Scientists Develop New Technology to Continuously Monitor Geothermal Energy Operations
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory issued the following news:
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Scientists Develop New Technology to Continuously Monitor Geothermal Energy Operations
Custom sensor monitors seismicity for months straight more than a mile below ground.
By Christina Procopiou
Scientists and industry operators like Fervo Energy are developing enhanced geothermal systems (EGS), engineered reservoirs in Earth's subsurface, to access the constant heat d more
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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Education & Workforce Committee Unveils WIOA Reauthorization
Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) introduced A Stronger Workforce for America Act of 2026--legislation that makes critical updates to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
"The workforce is evolving rapidly, and legi more
FBI: Cryptocurrency and AI Scams Bilk Americans of Billions
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The FBI issued the following news release:
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Cryptocurrency and AI Scams Bilk Americans of Billions
FBI releases annual internet crime complaint report
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The FBI's 2025 Internet Crime Report shows cyber-enabled crimes defrauded Americans of nearly $21 billion, with cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence-related complaints among the costliest.
The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) received 1,008,597 total complaints, an increase from 859,532 in 2024. Phish more
FiscalNote Stock Begins Trading on OTCID Market as the Company Explores Uplisting Options
WASHINGTON, April 7 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- FiscalNote, a technology company, posted the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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FiscalNote Stock Begins Trading on OTCID Market as the Company Explores Uplisting Options
Company expects to be Free Cash Flow positive over the next twelve month period as it sharpens focus on delivering AI-driven policy intelligence and long-term shareholder value
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FiscalNote Holdings, Inc. (OTC: NOTE), a global leader in AI-driven policy a more
Five CSU Campuses, One Mission: Powering L.A.'s Talent Pipeline
NORTHRIDGE, California, April 7 -- California State University Northridge (CSUN) issued the following news release:
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Five CSU Campuses, One Mission: Powering L.A.'s Talent Pipeline
How do you prepare a workforce that's ready on day one? That question took center stage on March 18 in Los Angeles, where the presidents of five Cal State University campuses that serve the greater Los Angeles region joined industry leaders for a dynamic conversation. The presidents discussed how their univers more
Global Leaders in Health Science and Research Elected as RSE Fellows in 2026
EDINBURGH, Scotland, April 7 -- The Royal Society of Edinburgh issued the following news:
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Global leaders in health science and research elected as RSE Fellows in 2026
The Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) has announced that 43 individuals deemed excellent in their field were elected as RSE Fellows in 2026, who will use their knowledge for the public good as part of Scotland's National Academy. This year, a third of new Fellows hailed from public health disciplines.
An advisor to the Wor more
Innovations in Medical Education Conference Confronts the AI Tipping Point
MIAMI, Florida, April 7 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news:
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Innovations in Medical Education Conference Confronts the AI Tipping Point
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Leaders from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and beyond explored how artificial intelligence is reshaping medical education, raising urgent questions about ethics, timing and the future of human-centered training
At the 2026 Innovations in Medical Education Conference, hosted by the Unive more
Just in Time for Peak Season Spending: Experian Introduces No Ding Decline for Personal Loans
COSTA MESA, California, April 7 -- Experian, an information services company, posted the following news release:
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Just in time for peak season spending: Experian introduces No Ding Decline(TM) for personal loans
Consumers can now apply for loan offers in the Experian Marketplace without impacting their credit if they're not approved
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As consumers map out spring projects, major purchases, or travel plans, many are searching for financing options but hesitate to apply worried that a loa more
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Littler Workplace Policy Institute Survey Report - A report from Littler, San Francisco, California - March 2026 (9 pages)
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Littler issued a report analyzing how rapid regulatory, economic, and political changes have affected employers across the United States. The report focuses on the impact of policy developments related to immigration, diversity and inclusion, and evolving workplace regulations during a period of heightened uncertainty. It aims to prov more
Michigan Medicine: Researchers Identify Therapeutic Target for Neuroendocrine Tumors in the Gastrointestinal Tract
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 7 (TNSjou) -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Researchers identify new therapeutic target for neuroendocrine tumors in the gastrointestinal tract
Targeting two separate pathways that control lipid synthesis led to longer survival in mouse models
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Neuroendocrine cells are unique in their ability to act both as nerve cells and hormone-making cells.
They're scattered throughout t more
Mizzou Roaring With Momentum After Record $553 Million in Research Expenditures
COLUMBIA, Missouri, April 7 (TNSrep) -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release:
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Mizzou roaring with momentum after record $553 million in research expenditures
Breakthroughs in agriculture, health care, energy and technology fuel Mizzou's research growth.
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Driven by a commitment to innovation and discovery, the University of Missouri conducted $553 million in research in the 2025 fiscal year, setting an all-time record and marking 12 straight years of growth.
T more
MTSU Graduate Student Advances to Regionals in Presidential AI Challenge With Classroom-focused Tool
MURFREESBORO, Tennessee, April 7 -- Middle Tennessee State University issued the following news:
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MTSU graduate student advances to regionals in Presidential AI Challenge with classroom-focused tool
By Karli Sutton
Ashlee Barnes, an alumna and current graduate student in Middle Tennessee State University's College of Education, is earning recognition for her work combining teaching and technology.
Barnes, who is also part of MTSU's LEADS program, recently advanced to the regional level more
Northern Illinois University: Huskie Trek Talks to Honor Bold Ideas for a Third Year
DEKALB, Illinois, April 7 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news:
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Huskie Trek Talks to honor bold ideas for a third year
At NIU, ideas don't sit idle. They spark bold conversations, partnerships, programs and tools that change lives. On April 18, 2026, ideas will take center stage at the Third Annual Huskie Trek Talks: Ideas in Motion, spotlighting the newest voices in campus innovation while directly fueling the next wave of research and impact through philanthropic more
OnSight Wins Inaugural Innovation Alley Pitch Fest at The HFA Show 2026, Sponsored by Sweatworks
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 7 -- The Health and Fitness Association (formerly the International Health Racquet and Sportsclub Association) issued the following news release:
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OnSight Wins Inaugural Innovation Alley Pitch Fest at The HFA Show 2026, Sponsored by Sweatworks
OnSight emerges as attendee-selected winner among 16 early-stage innovators
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The Health & Fitness Association (HFA), in partnership with Sweatworks, today announced that OnSight has been named the winner of the inaug more
OpenAI Releases Policy Guide to "Keep People First" - Nothing More Than Insincere Platitudes
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSrpt) -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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OpenAI Releases Policy Guide to "Keep People First" - Nothing More than Insincere Platitudes
"The sudden explosive growth of the AI industry must be reigned in immediately."
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Today OpenAI released a policy report it said is meant to "keep people first" by addressing what it admits are major societal challenges that will inevitably arise from the explosive growth of the increas more
Peterson Institute for International Economics Issues Commentary: Did NAFTA Really Kill Workers?
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSrpt) -- The Peterson Institute for International Economics issued the following commentary on April 6, 2026, by senior fellow Gary Clyde Hufbauer:
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Did NAFTA really kill workers?
The sensational title of a recent Working Paper published by the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) suggests that the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) did kill workers: Trading Goods for Lives: NAFTA's Mortality Impacts and Implications.
The authors compared mortality more
Sage and Village Capital Back Next Generation of Impact Founders as Demand Surges for Entrepreneurship Support
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 7 -- Sage Group, a provider of cloud business management solutions, issued the following news release:
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Sage and Village Capital back next generation of impact founders as demand surges for entrepreneurship support
Second cohort of Sage Impact Entrepreneurship Program includes U.S. startups tackling water access, climate pressure and community resilience
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As more early-stage founders look for practical support to scale solutions to urgent social and environment more
SAS Earns Recognition on the 3rd Annual CRN AI 100 List
CARY, North Carolina, April 7 -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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SAS earns recognition on the 3rd annual CRN AI 100 list
Data and AI solutions from SAS and its partners deliver impact at scale
SAS, a global leader in data and AI, announced today that it has been named by CRN(R), a brand of The Channel Company, to the 2026 AI 100 list in the AI Data and Analytics category. This is also the third yea more
SBA Announces Dates for National Small Business Week 2026 Virtual Summit
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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SBA Announces Dates for National Small Business Week 2026 Virtual Summit
Free online summit May 5-6 offers educational workshops, networking, and information on federal resources
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Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration and America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) announced the dates for the National Small Business Week 2026 Virtual Summit. The free online summ more
SK Telecom Report Outlines Path to AI-Driven Radio Networks
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Key Enabling Features for the Evolution of vRAN and the Path to AI-RAN - A report from SK Telecom, Seoul, South Korea - March 2026 (25 pages)
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SK Telecom issued a report examining the technological evolution of virtualized radio access networks and outlining a strategic pathway toward AI-integrated radio systems. The report focuses on key enabling features required to enhance vRAN capabilities and transition toward AI-RAN, where artificial intelligence is more
State Dept.: First U.S.-UAE AI Acceleration Partnership Interagency Working Group Meeting
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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The First U.S.-UAE AI Acceleration Partnership Interagency Working Group Meeting
On March 26, Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg and United Arab Emirates (UAE) Minister of Investment Mohamed Al Suwaidi chaired the first interagency meeting of the U.S.-UAE AI Acceleration Partnership Working Group. The meeting brought together senior representatives from the Depar more
Syracuse University: Maxwell Fireside Chat Examines AI's Role in Government and Higher Education
SYRACUSE, New York, April 7 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
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Maxwell Fireside Chat Examines AI's Role in Government and Higher Education
Two leaders in digital strategy discussed the policy, ethical and practical challenges of bringing AI into government operations and campus life.
Jessica Youngman
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how governments operate, how universities teach and how public institutions make decisions.
That was the central message of a rec more
Texas A&M Engineering: Rating Community Resilience With Resili-Net
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, April 7 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news:
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Rating community resilience with Resili-Net
Researchers from the Urban Resilience AI Lab have created a deep learning framework to rate community resilience and risk based on interdependent factors.
By Alyssa Schaechinger, Texas A&M Engineering
An understanding of community resilience and risk analysis is vital when it comes to protecting civilians and infrastructure from nat more
University of Utah: How Far Can Automation and AI Support Psychotherapy?
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, April 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Utah issued the following news release:
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How far can automation and AI support psychotherapy?
Interdisciplinary team of U researchers builds a framework for assessing varying levels of automation in a mental health field reliant on human interaction.
Brian Maffly - research communication specialist
Psychotherapy has always been a deeply human endeavor: a patient talking, a therapist listening and responding, and healing happen more
2026 CCTS Spring Conference Draws 1,300 Participants
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, April 6 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news:
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2026 CCTS Spring Conference Draws 1,300 Participants
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The University of Kentucky Center for Clinical and Translational Science hosted its 21st annual Spring Conference on March 31. Nearly 1,300 researchers, clinicians, students and community members gathered to share findings and catalyze collaborations, making it the nation's largest translational science conference hosted by a single institution.
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57 KU students receive Undergraduate Research Awards for spring 2026
LAWRENCE, Kansas, April 6 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news:
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57 KU students receive Undergraduate Research Awards for spring 2026
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LAWRENCE -This spring, 57 University of Kansas students received an Undergraduate Research Award (UGRA) from the Center for Undergraduate Research & Fellowships. UGRA recipients are awarded a $1,000 scholarship as they work on mentored research and creative projects.
Students apply for UGRAs by writing a five-page research proposal un more
AI at Clemson: Live forum to introduce Clemson's human-centered approach to AI
CLEMSON, South Carolina, April 6 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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AI at Clemson: Live forum to introduce Clemson's human-centered approach to AI
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Clemson University will host a live "AI at Clemson" introductory forum on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. via Zoom webinar.
The first in a series of information sessions, leaders of the University's human-centered AI Initiative will host an introductory online forum on April 9 to discuss how Clemson will approach and more
Air University advances counter-UAS efforts through Alpha Blue
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, April 6 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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Air University advances counter-UAS efforts through Alpha Blue
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Air University students are working through one of the more persistent challenges facing the Joint Force: how to counter small, widely available drones that don't fit neatly into existing defense systems. As the character of warfare continues to shift, the uni more
Air University aligns education with operational demands to strengthen warfighting advantage
RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, April 6 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news:
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Air University aligns education with operational demands to strengthen warfighting advantage
By Billy Blankenship, Air University Public AffairsÂ
MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. - Air University 's Air Force Global College is reshaping how the Air Force develops leaders by delivering on-demand professional military education aligned with operational requirements and focused on more
Air University aligns education with operational demands to strengthen warfighting advantage
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, April 6 -- Air University posted the following news:
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Air University aligns education with operational demands to strengthen warfighting advantage
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Air University 's Air Force Global College is reshaping how the Air Force develops leaders by delivering on-demand professional military education aligned with operational requirements and focused on strengthening Joint Force effectiveness in war.
As the Air Force's center for professional military education, Air Univ more
APRIL 20: Penn State IST Distinguished Lecture Series to host health informatics expert
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 6 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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IST Distinguished Lecture Series to host health informatics expert on April 20
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Tiffany Veinot, Joan C. Durrance Collegiate Professor of Information at the University of Michigan School of Information, will present "Leveling Up: Advancing Upstream Health Informatics Interventions to Promote Health and Healthcare Equity" at 12:10 p.m. on April 20 in E208 Westgate Building at Penn State Un more
APRIL 21: Three questions to guide thoughtful, human-centered AI use in the classroom
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 6 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news:
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Three questions to guide thoughtful, human-centered AI use in the classroom
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Instructors at Penn continue to experiment with how AI can support learning, leveraging the technology while centering critical thinking and human insights as the backbone of a meaningful learning experience.
In the spirit of sharing how faculty at Penn are approaching this new technology inside-and out-of the c more
CMU prepares for shift in Enterprise Resource Planning system
MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, April 6 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news:
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CMU prepares for shift in Enterprise Resource Planning system
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In 2020, Central Michigan University began to prepare for the eventual replacement of its Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. Multidisciplinary work groups met with dozens of teams and units across campus to understand how they used CMU's current SAP system for work related to finances, human resources and payroll, student re more
College of Engineering & Computer Science launches AI degree, offering competitive edge
TULSA, Oklahoma, April 6 -- The University of Tulsa posted the following news:
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College of Engineering & Computer Science launches AI degree, offering competitive edge
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The College of Engineering & Computer Science at The University of Tulsa is launching a Bachelor of Science degree in applied artificial intelligence, giving students a competitive edge with in-demand AI expertise for all engineering, computer science and cybersecurity careers. Designed for a double-major curriculum, th more
Decoding great teaching and more: New app analyzes conversational data at scale
ITHACA, New York, April 6 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Decoding great teaching and more: New app analyzes conversational data at scale
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A new open-source app developed by the National Tutoring Observatory (NTO) offers researchers and practitioners a reliable and cost-effective way to analyze large datasets of text with the help of agentic AI, an advanced form of artificial intelligence that can make decisions and solve problems.
Co-developed with the instructiona more
Emory University Winship Cancer Institute: Cancer Metabolism Research Takes Center Stage at Inaugural TCMI Symposium
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 6 -- Emory University Winship Cancer Institute issued the following news release:
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Cancer metabolism research takes center stage at inaugural TCMI Symposium
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University marked a significant milestone on April 3 with the first annual Translational Cancer Metabolism Initiative (TCMI) Symposium, bringing together 65 faculty members and trainees for a day of scientific exchange at Emory's Health Sciences Research Building.
Showcasing more
EY launches enterprise-scale agentic AI to redefine the audit experience for the AI era
LONDON, England, April 6 [Category: BizConsulting] -- EY, a global organization involved with advisory services, assurance, consulting, tax, transactions and technology, which includes the member firms of Ernst and Young Global Limited, posted the following news:
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EY launches enterprise-scale agentic AI to redefine the audit experience for the AI era
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FCPS Students Honored With 2026 Regional Scholastic Writing Awards
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, April 6 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news:
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FCPS Students Honored With 2026 Regional Scholastic Writing Awards
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Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) student writers won 24 Gold Key awards in the 2026 Regional Scholastic Writing Awards competition. In all, 162 Gold Key, Silver Key, and Honorable Mentions were earned by FCPS students. Gold Keys are automatically forwarded for consideration at the national level of the Scholastic Writing Aw more
Health Research Challenge provides funding to integrated teams to address critical health challenges
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 6 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news:
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Health Research Challenge provides funding to integrated teams to address critical health challenges
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The University of Texas at San Antonio Office for Research and Innovation announced 14 interdisciplinary teams will receive a total of $543,274 through the university's Health Research Challenge. Launched in November 2025, the new internal funding program aims to foster interdisciplinary heal more
House Financial Services Committee Issues Report on Artificial Intelligence in Financial Services, Housing
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-559) on a resolution (H.Res. 1007) expressing the sense of House with respect to the use of artificial intelligence in the financial services and housing industries. The report was advanced by Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, on March 19, 2026.
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PURPOSE AND SUMMARY
H. Res. 1007, Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to the use of artificial intelligence i more
House Financial Services Committee Issues Report on Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-556) on the Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act (H.R. 1799). The report was advanced by Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, on March 19, 2026.
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Purpose and Summary
H.R. 1799, the Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act, was introduced on March 3, 2025, by Republican Representative Barry Loudermilk (GA-11). H.R. 1799 updates the threshold for automatic domestic curre more
House Financial Services Committee Issues Report on Public Company Advisory Committee Act
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-557) on the Public Company Advisory Committee Act (H.R. 6967). The report was advanced by Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, on March 19, 2026.
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Purpose and Summary
H.R. 6967, the Public Company Advisory Committee Act of 2026, was introduced on January 7, 2026, by Republican Representative Frank Lucas (OK-03). This legislation amends the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to establish wi more
How Mines researchers are advancing solutions for next-generation energy systems
GOLDEN, Colorado, April 6 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news:
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How Mines researchers are advancing solutions for next-generation energy systems
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By Jenn Fields, Special to Mines Research
Across the American energy sector, the demand for more power on the grid is creating the need for an expanded portfolio of energy resources that are secure, affordable and reliable. The United States is working to diversify its energy portfolio and strengthen energy security to me more
Kean Interior Design Students Learn to Balance Creativity and AI in New Course
UNION, New Jersey, April 6 -- Kean University issued the following news release:
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Kean Interior Design Students Learn to Balance Creativity and AI in New Course
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At Kean University's Robert Busch School of Design, part of Michael Graves College, students in the AI in Interior Design course are exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) can support but not replace the creative process at the core of design.
The course, led by Adjunct Professor Jae Woun Kim, introduces a hybrid approac more
More than a pretty picture, star-shaped nanomaterial changes energy storage
BUFFALO, New York, April 6 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release:
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More than a pretty picture, star-shaped nanomaterial changes energy storage
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Black-and-white electron microscope image of six-armed, star-like particles.
A scanning electron microscope image reveals particles of vanadyl hydroxide (VOOH) shaped like stars. The team of Luis De Jesus Baez found that these particles behaved more like a pseudocapacitor than a battery. more
New software could cut cooling energy use by 25% in data centers
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 6 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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New software could cut cooling energy use by 25% in data centers
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Data centers consume millions of homes' worth of electricity each year, with much of that electricity simply powering the cooling systems that keep the facilities operational. Researchers at Penn State are addressing this inefficiency by using artificial intelligence (AI) to dynamically adjust data ce more
NiCE is the Only Vendor Named a Gartner Customers' Choice in Voice of the Customer for Contact Center as a Service Report
NEW YORK, April 6 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NICE, an enterprise software solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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NiCE is the Only Vendor Named a Gartner Customers' Choice in Voice of the Customer for Contact Center as a Service Report
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Hoboken, N.J., April 6, 2026 - NiCE (Nasdaq: NICE) today announced that once again it was the only vendor named a Customers more
NIH Funds AI Dementia Caregiver Platform Developed by CareYaya in Collaboration with George Washington University
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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NIH Funds AI Dementia Caregiver Platform Developed by CareYaya in Collaboration with George Washington University
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George Washington University School of Nursing Professor and Center for Aging, Health and Humanities (CAHH) director, Melissa Batchelor has joined CareYaya Health Technologies, Inc. as a consultant on a newly funded NIH Small Business Innovation Research Phase I grant to develop the YayaGuide, more
Press start to change your mind
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 6 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news:
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Press start to change your mind
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Imagine a video game where you're a squirrel in a beautiful forest, gathering acorns to prepare for the winter.
At first, collecting them is satisfying. But then a narrator warns you: acorns with sap attract predators. Now you need to clean every one.
The pressure mounts. You realize you need to clean more and more acorns if you want to survive the winter. It becomes more
Security Industry Association Announces Agenda for 2026 SIA GovSummit
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 6 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Security Industry Association posted the following news release:
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Security Industry Association Announces Agenda for 2026 SIA GovSummit
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SIA's public policy and government security technology conference will take place May 20-21in Washington, D.C.
SILVER SPRING, Md.-The Security Industry Association (SIA) has revealed the agenda and speaker lineup for the 2026 SIA GovSummit -SIA's annual public policy and government s more
Senator Collins Applauds Maine and New England Small Business Manufacturer of the Year
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, issued the following news release:
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Senator Collins Applauds Maine and New England Small Business Manufacturer of the Year
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BREWER, ME - U.S. Senator Susan Collins today applauded Compotech, based in Brewer, and its President, Paul Melrose, for winning the Small Business Administration's (SBA) Maine and New England Small Business Manufacturer of the Year award.
Compotech is a defense technology company, strengthening U.S. militar more
Sonar on stock smartwatches leads to hand-tracking breakthrough
ITHACA, New York, April 6 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Sonar on stock smartwatches leads to hand-tracking breakthrough
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Imagine tapping your thumb and index finger together twice to skip to the next song or clicking around your laptop or desktop computer without a mouse, using discreet finger motions.
New first-of-its-kind wearable technology from researchers at Cornell and KAIST, in South Korea, brings that vision closer to reality. The system, called WatchHand, more
Songlin Fei receives McCoy Award for groundbreaking research in digital forestry
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, April 6 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Songlin Fei receives McCoy Award for groundbreaking research in digital forestry
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Songlin Fei has been chosen to receive the 2025 Herbert Newby McCoy Award, which is bestowed upon the Purdue faculty member who made the greatest contributions to the field of natural sciences in the past year. Fei was selected for his breakthroughs in digital forestry and computational biology.
Fei is the Dean's C more
St. Olaf team presents at Caribbean Digital conference organized by Yale
NORTHFIELD, Minnesota, April 6 -- St. Olaf College issued the following news:
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St. Olaf team presents at Caribbean Digital conference organized by Yale
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A St. Olaf College-based Caribbean humanities initiative is gaining new momentum after being the only undergraduate institution to present at a Yale University-organized major global digital Caribbean studies gathering in Boston.
Associate Professor of Romance Languages and Patricia Boldt Distinguished Teaching Professor of the Human more
Tannins from oak barrels that flavor wine are 'fingerprinted' by researchers
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 6 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Tannins from oak barrels that flavor wine are 'fingerprinted' by researchers
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -For centuries, wine has been aged in oak barrels with the wood imparting flavors described as coconut, vanilla, spice, caramel and smoke, to name a few, that affect the taste and mouthfeel of the wine. But scientists have been unable to identify which tannins -water-soluble compounds found more
Tennessee Tech's English faculty examine AI's impact on writing
COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, April 6 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release:
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Tennessee Tech's English faculty examine AI's impact on writing
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As artificial intelligence transforms how people write, research and communicate worldwide, faculty in the English department at Tennessee Tech University are not avoiding the technology. Instead, they are bringing AI into the classroom and challenging students to examine its implications for writing, language and the more
Tongcang Li receives Bement Award for innovative quantum research
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, April 6 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Tongcang Li receives Bement Award for innovative quantum research
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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -Tongcang Li has been chosen to receive the 2025 Arden L. Bement Jr. Award. The award recognizes Purdue University faculty for recent outstanding contributions in pure and applied science and engineering.
Li, a professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy in the College of Science and in the Elmore Fa more
Turning open-source contribution into a quest-based learning experience
FLAGSTAFF, Arizona, April 6 -- Northern Arizona University posted the following news:
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Turning open-source contribution into a quest-based learning experience
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A recent project from Northern Arizona University demonstrates that, if you can make learning how to contribute to real-world open-source projects fun, students will learn more effectively.
OSS-Doorway is a platform aimed at helping students learn to how to contribute to open-source projects using GitHub workflows through ques more
Tusculum University names experienced administrator, promotes assistant dean to key academic leadership posts
GREENVILLE, Tennessee, April 6 -- Tusculum University posted the following news:
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Tusculum University names experienced administrator, promotes assistant dean to key academic leadership posts
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GREENEVILLE - A former provost and vice president of academic affairs with nearly 40 years of administrative and teaching experience in higher education has been named an assistant vice president and a dean at Tusculum University.
Dr. Amiel Jarstfer
Dr. Amiel Jarstfer has joined the Tusculum more
U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command: Collaborative Effort Underway to Modernize Enterprise Aircrew Management
RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, April 6 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news:
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Collaborative Effort Underway to Modernize Enterprise Aircrew Management
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By Dan Hawkins
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas - A cross-functional team led by Kessel Run and heavily supported by Air Education and Training Command is spearheading an innovative approach to software development to modernize the digital backbone of the Air Force's flying operations.
Answe more
UT San Antonio opens San Pedro II to elevate student success, innovation and workforce readiness in the heart of downtown
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 6 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news:
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UT San Antonio opens San Pedro II to elevate student success, innovation and workforce readiness in the heart of downtown
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The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is making another investment in downtown San Antonio. The university today opened San Pedro II, a 180,000-square-foot facility that will fuel education, research and economic mobility in the city's growing technology more
Warren, Wyden Probe Third-Party Vendors on Disruptions to Unemployment Benefits Putting Americans' Livelihood at Risk
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Warren, Wyden Probe Third-Party Vendors on Disruptions to Unemployment Benefits Putting Americans' Livelihood at Risk
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"Unemployment benefits are a critical bridge for millions of Americans who have lost their jobs, yet vendors' haphazard modernization of UI systems can threaten the delivery of these benefits"
Text of Letters (PDF)
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D- more
Wyden, Warren, Probe Third-Party Vendors on Disruptions to Unemployment Benefits Putting Americans' Livelihood at Risk
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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Wyden, Warren, Probe Third-Party Vendors on Disruptions to Unemployment Benefits Putting Americans' Livelihood at Risk
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Senators: "Unemployment benefits are a critical bridge for millions of Americans who have lost their jobs, yet vendors' haphazard modernization of UI systems can threaten the delivery of these benefits"
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Birthright Citizenship - Litigation Status Update Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11414) on April 3, 2026, by legislative attorney Hannah Solomon-Strauss and supervisory attorney Juria L. Jones.
Here are excerpts:
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Birthright Citizenship: Litigation Status Update
On April 1, 2026, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Trump v. Barbara regarding Executive Order 14160, "Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship" (E.O. 14160 or th more
Confederate Names & Military Installations Topic of CRS Fact Sheet
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following fact sheet (No. R48894) on April 3, 2026, by research librarians Travis A. Ferrell and Hannah Fischer.
Here are excerpts:
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Confederate Names and Military Installations: Fact Sheet
SUMMARY
Prior to 2023, there were 10 major military installations named after Confederate Civil War commanders, all of which were located in the former states of the Confederacy. Nine of the bases were active-component Ar more
Farm Support for Tobacco & the 2026 Farm Bill Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13196) on April 3, 2026, by agricultural policy analyst Stephanie Rosch.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm Support for Tobacco and the 2026 Farm Bill
Historically, Congress has provided five categories of farm support: the Federal Crop Insurance Program (FCIP), farm bill-authorized commodity support programs, farm bill-authorized disaster assistance programs, ad hoc commodity supp more
FY2024 State Grants Under Title I-A of the Elementary & Secondary Education Act Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48893) on April 3, 2026, entitled "FY2024 State Grants Under Title I-A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act" by education policy specialist Rebecca R. Skinner and research assistant Isobel Sorenson.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), most recently comprehensively amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA; P.L. 114-95), is the pr more
Prediction Markets & Insider Trading Law Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11406) on April 3, 2026, by legislative attorney Jay B. Sykes:
Here are excerpts:
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Prediction Markets and Insider Trading Law
The past two years have witnessed the dramatic growth of prediction markets--i.e., online platforms that allow users to buy or sell contracts with payoffs tied to the occurrence or nonoccurrence of specific events, such as sporting event outc more
SEC Issues Crypto Guidance as Congress Considers MarketStructure Legislation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11415) on April 3, 2026, by legislative attorney Jay B. Sykes:
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SEC Issues Crypto Guidance as Congress Considers MarketStructure Legislation
On March 17, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued guidance addressing the application of federal securities law to certain types of crypto-assets and crypto-asset activities. The guidance was joined by the C more
U.S.-Japan Trade Agreements & Tariff Negotiations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11120) on April 3, 2026, by international trade and finance specialists Kyla H. Kitamura and Cathleen D. Cimino-Isaacs.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-Japan Trade Agreements and Tariff Negotiations
The United States and Japan have been close economic partners, though they do not have a comprehensive bilateral free trade agreement (FTA). Since 2020, the countries have entered in more
Bureau of Land Management - FY2026 Appropriations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13121) on April 2, 2026, by natural resources policy specialist Carol Hardy Vincent.
Here are excerpts:
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Bureau of Land Management: FY2026 Appropriations
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), in the Department of the Interior (DOI), manages 244 million acres of federal land, nearly all in the West. Under its multiple-use mission, BLM manages lands for diverse purposes, inc more
Clean Vehicle Tax Credit Transfers to Car Dealers Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12570) on April 2, 2026, by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie.
Here are excerpts:
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Clean Vehicle Tax Credit Transfers to Car Dealers
In July 2025, Congress repealed the clean vehicle credit (CVC) and the used clean vehicle credit (UCVC) as part of the FY2025 reconciliation law (P.L. 119-21). These two credits were enacted under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 more
Clean Vehicle Tax Credits Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12600) on April 2, 2026, by public finance specialists Donald J. Marples and Nicholas E. Buffie:
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Clean Vehicle Tax Credits
Prior to the enactment of the FY2025 reconciliation law (P.L. 119-21), the federal government offered three tax credits to incentivize the purchase of clean vehicles (electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles, and fuel cell vehicles). All three credi more
FY2026 Department of Defense Appropriations Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48891) on April 2, 2026, entitled "FY2026 Department of Defense Appropriations: In Brief" by Cameron M. Keys, defense logistics and resource management policy analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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Contents
Summary ... 1
FY2026 Budget Cycle: Sequence of Events ... 2
FY2026 President's Budget Request: May 2, 2025, to June 26, 2025 ... 2
H.R. 4016: Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 20 more
Housing Supply - Current Trends & Policy Considerations Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48892) on April 2, 2026, entitled "Housing Supply: Current Trends and Policy Considerations" by macroeconomic policy specialist Lida R. Weinstock.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Housing affordability concerns have led to a focus on insufficient housing supply as a possible cause. There are many metrics by which economists analyze housing supply. Currently, national-level statistics paint a more
Housing Supply - Current Trends & Policy Considerations Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48892) on April 2, 2026, entitled "Housing Supply - Current Trends and Policy Considerations:"
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Barriers to Increasing Supply
This section briefly highlights a few of the most commonly cited explanations of why housing supply may be constrained and failing to adequately respond to demand and pricing conditions. Some are explanations for the longer-term trend more
Legislative Branch - FY2026 Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48612) on March 26, 2026, entitled "Legislative Branch: FY2026 Appropriations" by Congress specialist Ida A. Brudnick.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Legislative Branch: FY2026 Appropriations
The legislative branch appropriations bill provides funding for the Senate; House of Representatives; Joint Items; Capitol Police; Office of Congressional Workplace Rights; Congressional Budget Offic more
Legislative Branch - FY2026 Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48612) on March 26, 2026, entitled "Legislative Branch - FY2026 Appropriations:"
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FY2026 Legislative Branch Funding Issues
The following sections discuss the various legislative branch accounts.
During consideration of the legislative branch bills, the House and Senate conform to a "longstanding practice under which each body of Congress determines its ow more
Private Credit Funds Redemption Restrictions Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12674) on April 2, 2026, by financial economics specialist Eva Su.
Here are excerpts:
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Private Credit Funds Redemption Restrictions: Market Context and Policy Issues
Private credit generally refers to a type of lending provided by nonbank financial institutions, such as alternative asset managers of private funds, to small- and medium-sized private companies. Although this more
2026 Census Test - Overview & Recent Developments Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12676) on April 1, 2026, by American National Government analyst Taylor R. Knoedl.
Here are excerpts:
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The 2026 Census Test: Overview and Recent Developments
The U.S. Census Bureau begins planning for an upcoming decennial census of population and housing more than a decade prior to the census year. Part of this planning includes field tests designed to assess various oper more
Defense Primer - Strategic Nuclear Forces Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10519) on April 1, 2026, by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: Strategic Nuclear Forces
The Department of Defense (DOD) - which is "using a secondary Department of War designation" under Executive Order 14347 dated September 5, 2025 - is in the process of modernizing U.S. strategic nuclear forces. This modernization effort includes nu more
Inflation Reduction Act Wage & Apprenticeship Requirements - Effect on Tax Credit Values Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48428) on April 1, 2026, entitled "Inflation Reduction Act Wage and Apprenticeship Requirements: Effect on Tax Credit Values" by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (P.L. 117-169; IRA) created or modified 21 tax provisions subsidizing the use of "clean" energy. These benefits targeted taxpayers who purchase electric more
Medicaid - Selected Resources for National, State & Local Enrollment Data Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48536) on March 25, 2026, entitled "Medicaid: Selected Resources for National, State and Local Enrollment Data" by research librarians Sarah K. Braun and Angela Napili:
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Contents
Purpose and Scope ... 1
Federal Data Sources ... 2
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National and State Data ... 2
Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission (MACPAC): National and State more
Retirement Asset Data in 2024 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13193) on April 1, 2026, by income security specialists John J. Topoleski and Elizabeth A. Myers.
Here are excerpts:
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Retirement Asset Data in 2024
The Federal Reserve's Financial Accounts of the United States reported that the total amount of financial assets in U.S. retirement plans (which does not include Social Security) was $45.1 trillion at the end of 2024. Figure 1 more
Standards for Maintaining, Collecting & Presenting Federal Data on Race & Ethnicity Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12304) on April 1, 2026, by American national government analyst Taylor R. Knoedl.
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Revisions to Statistical Policy Directive No. 15: Standards for Maintaining, Collecting, and Presenting Federal Data on Race and Ethnicity
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) oversees the collection of race and ethnicity data through Statistical Policy Directive (SP more
U.S. Conflict With Iran Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48887) on March 26, 2026, entitled "U.S. Conflict with Iran."
The report is written by Middle Eastern affairs specialists Clayton Thomas, Christopher M. Blanchard, Jeremy M. Sharp and Jim Zanotti:
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SUMMARY
U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28, 2026, have sparked a wide-reaching regional conflict, with ongoing U.S. and Israeli air operations in Iran and Iranian retaliatory st more
U.S. Retirement Assets Data - 1995-2024 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13194) on April 1, 2026, by income security specialists John J. Topoleski and Elizabeth A. Myers.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Retirement Assets Data: 1995-2024
Retirement Asset Data from 1995 to 2024
The Federal Reserve's Financial Accounts of the United States reported that the total amount of financial assets in U.S. retirement plans (which does not include Social Securit more
Army's Multi-Domain Task Force Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11797) on March 30, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert.
Here are excerpts:
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The Army's Multi-Domain Task Force (MDTF)
The Significance of the Multi-Domain Task Force (MDTF)
Congress has expressed concern about the threat to U.S. national security posed by Russia and China. The Army believes to address this threat, it must be able to operate in a m more
Determining Grants Under Title I-A of the Elementary & Secondary Education Act Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48890) on March 31, 2026, entitled "Determining Grants Under Title I-A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act" by education policy specialist Rebecca R. Skinner and research assistant Isobel Sorenson.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Title I-A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) authorizes aid to local educational agencies (LEAs) for the education of disadvantaged chi more
Federal Recognition of Tribes Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48888) on March 30, 2026, entitled "The Federal Recognition of Tribes: Frequently Asked Questions."
The report is written by natural resources policy specialist Mariel J. Murray, legislative attorney Mainon A. Schwartz and law librarian Laura Deal.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
As of 2026, the United States encompasses 575 federally recognized Tribes, or groups of Indigenous people that more
Nonprofit Hospitals, Tax Benefits & Charity Care Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13192) on March 30, 2026, by economic policy senior specialist Susan V. Lawrence:
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Nonprofit Hospitals, Tax Benefits and Charity Care
Congress has had a continuing interest in the tax benefits for nonprofit hospitals over the years, as indicated in a Senate Finance Committee investigation in 2005, a Government Accountability Office (GAO) study in 2020, and a hearing by the more
Pakistan's New Long-Range Missile Development Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13086) on March 31, 2026, by nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr:
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Pakistan's New Long-Range Missile Development
On December 18, 2024, the U.S. Department of State announced the imposition of sanctions on Pakistan's National Development Complex (NDC), which "has worked to acquire items in furtherance of Pakistan's long range ballistic missile program." The State Depar more
Section 45V Clean Hydrogen Production Credit Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12602) on March 30, 2026, by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie and energy policy analyst Martin C. Offutt.
Here are excerpts:
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The Section 45V Clean Hydrogen Production Credit
P.L. 117-169, commonly known as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), enacted a new tax credit for the production of "clean" hydrogen. Widespread adoption of hydrogen fuel may reduce economy-wi more
Taiwan - Background & U.S. Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10275) on March 30, 2026, by Asian affairs specialist Susan V. Lawrence.
Here are excerpts:
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Taiwan: Background and U.S. Relations
Introduction
Taiwan, which also calls itself the Republic of China (ROC), is a self-governing East Asian democracy located across the Taiwan Strait from mainland China. Taiwan's popularly-elected leaders govern 23.3 million people on the main more
U.S.-Canada Trade Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12595) on March 30, 2026, by international trade and finance specialist Kyla H. Kitamura.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-Canada Trade Relations
The United States and Canada have one of the largest bilateral trade relationships in the world, including highly integrated energy and automotive markets. Since 1989, U.S.-Canada trade has been governed by the U.S.-Canada Free Trade Ag more
Collision at LaGuardia Airport Spotlights Long-standing Concerns Over Runway Safety Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12675) on March 30, 2026, by aviation policy specialist Bart Elias:
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Collision at LaGuardia Airport Spotlights Long-standing Concerns Over Runway Safety
On the night of March 22, 2026, a Jazz Aviation regional jet landing at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) in New York, NY, struck a firefighting vehicle that had received air traffic control clearance to cross the active runway. The more
FDA Human Medical Product User Fee Programs Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, March 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44750) on March 27, 2026, entitled "FDA Human Medical Product User Fee Programs."
The report is written by research assistant Sylvia L. Bryan and health policy specialists Amanda K. Sarata and Hassan Z. Sheikh.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates human medical products to ensure they are safe and effective for their intended use in patients. M more
U.S. Health Care Coverage & Spending Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10830) on March 30, 2026, by health care financing specialist Ryan J. Rosso and research assistant Sylvia L. Bryan.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Health Care Coverage and Spending
In 2024, the United States had an estimated population of 335 million individuals. Most of those individuals had private health insurance or were covered under a federal program (such as Medicare or more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
233 Marine Scientists Urge BOEM to Halt Alaska Offshore Minerals Leasing Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- A coalition of 233 marine and environmental scientists, researchers and academics has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management urging the agency not to proceed with leasing the Alaska Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) for minerals mining. The letter, addressed to BOEM's Alaska Region Office of Leasing and Plans, calls for a comprehensive review of scientific knowledge concerning the potential environmental impacts of seabed mining in the regio more
7 Environmental Groups Challenge NMFS Request to Reimplement Gulf Seismic Testing Rule
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), along with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, Center for Biological Diversity, Earthjustice, Oceana, Sierra Club, and Turtle Island Restoration Network, jointly submitted a public comment letter to the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) expressing opposition to the Office of Policy's request for an extension or "reimplementation" of the current five-year incidental take regulations for seismic testing in the Gulf of M more
8 Alaska Conservation Groups Oppose Seabed Mining Lease Proposal Offshore
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- A coalition of eight Alaska conservation organizations has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management expressing opposition to the agency's proposal for commercial leasing of seabed mineral extraction areas offshore Alaska. The letter urges the U.S. Department of the Interior's BOEM Alaska Region not to proceed with plans to open new areas for deep sea mining on the Outer Continental Shelf.
Representing multiple environmental and community more
9 Public Health Groups Urge NIOSH to Prioritize Wildland Firefighter Safety and Research
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- A coalition of nine public health organizations submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) regarding the agency's Center for Firefighter Safety, Health and Well-Being Portfolio. The coalition emphasized the urgent need for NIOSH to enhance engagement and research efforts related to protecting firefighters from the increasing health threats posed by smoke exposure during more
Alaska Wilderness League Urges Interior Department to Halt Deep Sea Mining Plans in Alaska
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Alaska Wilderness League submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior expressing opposition to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's Request for Information on deep sea mining in Alaska. Representing 3,652 members, the organization raised concerns about potential ecological, economic, and cultural impacts should this initiative proceed.
The League emphasized the limited scientific understanding of deep sea mining's consequences and the li more
Alchemy CO2 Seeks Clarification on IRS Proposed Regulations for Clean Fuel Credit Eligibility
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Alchemy CO2 Public Benefit Corporation has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding proposed regulations under Section 45Z of the tax code, warning that the current definition of "facility" could unintentionally block clean fuel producers from claiming tax credits when paired with carbon capture operations.
Alchemy CO2, specializing in capturing biogenic CO2 from renewable natural gas (RNG) upgrading processes, expressed appreciation for more
Apprenticeships for America Urges Adjustments to Workforce Pell Grant Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Apprenticeships for America submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education concerning its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Workforce Pell Grants. The letter addresses issues around the integration of Registered Apprenticeship programs in the federal Workforce Pell Grant initiative, emphasizing the unique role apprenticeships play in delivering high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand workforce training.
AFA expressed approval that the Department of Educ more
Arctic-Yukon-Kuskokwim Tribal Consortium Urges Halt to Seabed Mineral Leasing Offshore Alaska
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Arctic-Yukon-Kuskokwim Tribal Consortium submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management opposing any commercial leasing for mineral extraction on the Alaska Outer Continental Shelf (OCS). The letter addresses BOEM's Request for Information and Interest concerning potential seabed mineral leasing, urging the agency not to advance lease sales in areas including the Gulf of Alaska Seamounts, Aleutian Arc, Chukchi Borderlands, Canada Basin, more
Arva Intelligence Urges Enhanced Traceability and Scientific Rigor in Section 45Z Clean Fuel Credit Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Arva Intelligence has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service regarding the proposed regulations for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The letter was addressed jointly to the U.S. Departments of Treasury, Energy, and Agriculture, advocating for modifications to improve traceability, fraud mitigation, and scientific accuracy in the program.
In its commentary, Arva Intelligence highlighted the challenges currently faced by American more
BWX Technologies Urges Transparency and Support for Advanced Nuclear Technologies in NRC Fee Proposals
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- BWX Technologies Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission regarding the agency's proposed revisions to fee schedules and fee recovery for fiscal year 2026. The company, which operates two High Enriched Uranium Fuel Facilities through its Nuclear Operations Group and Nuclear Fuel Services subsidiaries, expressed appreciation for the proposed reduction in annual fees for HEU fuel manufacturing facilities, noting that the decrease refle more
Children's HealthWatch Urges USDA to Restore Critical Food Security Survey Data
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Children's HealthWatch has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture addressing the agency's Request for Information on statistical data and research opportunities. The organization emphasized the vital importance of USDA's Economic Research Service (ERS) data products related to food security, particularly the annual Household Food Security in the United States report and the underlying Current Population Survey Food Security Supplement (CPS- more
Devon Energy Offers Detailed Feedback on BLM's Proposed Rule for Site Security and Production Handling
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Devon Energy Corp. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management regarding the agency's Proposed Rule on Requirements for Site Security and Production Handling; Applying for Commingling and Allocation Approval outlined in 43 CFR Subparts 3170 and 3173. As a major U.S.-based independent energy company with significant operations on federal lands, Devon's comments focus on clarifying technical and procedural aspects of the more
Enchant Energy Seeks Treasury and IRS Clarification on Carbon Capture Tax Credit Rules
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Enchant Energy Corp. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Treasury Internal Revenue Service seeking urgent clarification on the application of the Section 45Q tax credit for carbon oxide sequestration. The company, which develops carbon capture, utilization, and storage projects for fossil fuel power plants and industrial emitters in the Western and Midwestern United States, expressed concern over uncertain guidance delaying significant investments i more
ESS Tech Urges Strict Anti-Circumvention Rules in Comments to IRS on Foreign Entity Restrictions
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- ESS Tech Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service expressing strong supports the prohibited foreign entity (PFE) restrictions enacted by the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and recommends robust regulations to protect U.S. energy security and domestic manufacturing from potential circumvention by foreign entities acting through U.S. affiliates.
In its letter, ESS Tech emphasizes the necessity for the IRS to close loopholes that allow more
Heru Urban Farming & Garden Challenges Federal Proposal on Grant Certification Rules
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Heru Urban Farming and Garden submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. General Services Administration opposing proposed revisions to System for Award Management certification requirements, arguing the changes would impose unlawful conditions and harm organizations serving underserved communities.
HUFG contests the proposed revisions, arguing they impose unjustified burdens and lack lawful authority. The organization highlights its work providing fresh food and agric more
Intelligent Transportation Society Supports Zoox's Petition for Autonomous Vehicle Exemption
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Intelligent Transportation Society of America has submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration expressing support for Zoox Inc.'s request for a temporary exemption from multiple Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) requirements. Zoox seeks the exemption to facilitate broader commercial deployment of its automated driving system-equipped vehicles.
ITS America is a national organization that unites stakeholders from v more
Koala Kare Products Urges Access Board to Adopt Industry Standards for Universal Changing Stations
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Koala Kare Products, Centennial, Colorado, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Access Board advocating for the incorporation of Section 613.4 of ICC A117.1-2017 with Supplement 1 into the Board's regulations. The company specializes in adjustable height, adult-size changing stations and supports the Access Board's use of existing industry standards to guide technical requirements for these facilities at medium and large hub airports.
The letter emphasizes th more
Navy Federal Credit Union Advocates for Military-Focused Updates to U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Navy Federal Credit Union has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury requesting for information regarding updates to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. Representing over 15 million members the credit union emphasized the essential role that financial literacy plays in military readiness and the well-being of these communities.
In its letter, Navy Federal urged that the updated Strategy explicitly recognize and collaborate more
Novartis Services Urges HHS to Codify Safe Harbor Protections for Direct-to-Consumer Drug Sales Programs
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Novartis Services Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) addressing the agency's Request for Information on the Federal Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS) and Beneficiary Inducements Civil Monetary Penalty provision. Novartis expressed support for HHS's efforts to facilitate access to prescription medications through direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales programs, including those offered via platfo more
Permian Basin Petroleum Association Urges BLM to Streamline Commingling Rule to Align With Congressional Intent
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Permian Basin Petroleum Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management addressing concerns over the agency's proposed rule titled "Requirements for Site Security and Production Handling; Applying for Commingling and Allocation Approval." PBPA's letter highlights key issues related to the rule's implementation of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which mandates streamlined approval of production commi more
Sligo Law Group Opposes GSA Proposal on SAM Registration Certifications for Federal Assistance Recipients
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sligo Law Group PLLC has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) opposing proposed revisions to the System for Award Management (SAM) registration requirements for financial assistance recipients. The firm strongly objects to new certifications GSA would require registrants to make as a condition of registration and annual renewal, related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices, immigration enforcement, and preventio more
Southern Tier Independence Center Opposes DOE Proposal to Rescind Accessibility Construction Requirements
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Southern Tier Independence Center Inc., Binghamton, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing proposed rules that would rescind key construction and accessibility requirements under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. The letter directly addresses changes which aim to eliminate obligations for federally funded entities to ensure new construction and alterations are fully accessible to people with disabilities.
STIC em more
Trilogy Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Housing Eligibility Verification
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Trilogy has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule regarding verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. Trilogy emphasized that the rule would destabilize families and increase homelessness, particularly impacting mixed immigration status families residing in HUD-assisted housing.
Trilogy, which operates 100 units of permanent supportive hou more
Turtle Island Restoration Network Urges BOEM to Reject Offshore Alaska Deep-Sea Mining Plans
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Turtle Island Restoration Network has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Ocean Energy Management regarding its request for information and interest in commercial leasing for Outer Continental Shelf minerals offshore Alaska. TIRN strongly opposes the prospect of deep-sea mining in these waters, citing the risks it poses to ocean health, biodiversity, and coastal communities.
TIRN emphasized that deep-sea mining is a costl more
Wyo. Gov. Gordon Supports BLM Proposal to Expand Oil and Gas Commingling Rules
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Gov. Mark Gordon, R-Wyoming, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management (BLM) regarding the agency's proposed revisions to site security and production handling regulations, specifically the expansion of commingling and allocation approval requirements. This proposal aims to broaden the allowable use of commingling to promote oil and gas production across federal, Indian, private and state lands.
Wyoming's leadership more
Tipoffs: Iran
1,000 Workers Set to Strike at Glasgow, Strathclyde and Edinburgh Napier Universities
LONDON, England, April 7 -- Unite, an industry-based union, issued the following news:
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1,000 workers set to strike at Glasgow, Strathclyde and Edinburgh Napier universities
24-hour action to take place on 10 April over real terms pay cut
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1,000 Unite members at Glasgow, Strathclyde and Edinburgh Napier universities are set for 24-hour strike action on Friday (10 April) over an imposed real-terms pay cut.
The strike action at the three universities follows successive poor pay awards more
ACLJ To the UN: Israel Has a Legal Right To Defend Itself Against Iran
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following news:
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ACLJ To the UN: Israel Has a Legal Right To Defend Itself Against Iran
By Jordan Sekulow
With so many conflicting narratives surrounding the military actions of the United States and Israel against Iran, it's time to set the record straight. As usual, Israel is being placed under intense scrutiny for defending itself.
That's why we sent letters to the United Nations Secretary-General and the U.N. more
AIDS Foundation of Chicago: Trump Admin's 2027 Budget Calls Out AFC, Slashes HIV, Health, and Housing Funding
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 7 -- The AIDS Foundation of Chicago issued the following statement on April 6, 2026, by Timothy S. Jackson, senior director of policy and advocacy:
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Trump Admin's 2027 Budget Calls Out AFC, Slashes HIV, Health, and Housing Funding
On Friday, April 3, the Trump administration released its Fiscal Year 2027 discretionary budget. In budgeting, it's often said that you "shouldn't tell me where your priorities are. Show me where you spend your money and I'll tell you more
CAIR Calls on Congress to Reconvene and End Iran War After Pres. Trump Posts Message Threatening New War Crimes, Mocking Islam
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on April 5, 2026:
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CAIR Calls on Congress to Reconvene and End Iran War After Pres. Trump Posts Message Threatening New War Crimes, Mocking Islam
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today called on Congress to reconvene and vote to end the war on Iran following President Trump's inflammatory remarks this morni more
Catholic League Issues Commentary: Is Pacifism Moral?
NEW YORK, April 7 -- The Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights, an organization that defends the right of Catholics to participate in American public life without defamation or discrimination, issued the following commentary on April 6, 2026, by President Bill Donohue:
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IS PACIFISM MORAL?
Let's cut to the quick. No, pacifism is not moral. Pacifism means that self-defense, and the defense of one's nation, is immoral. However pure the intent, pacifism holds that it is better to pe more
DNC Slams Trump for Lack of Exit Plan in Iran as War Disapproval Climbs
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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Trump on Timetable for Iran War: "I Can't Tell You. I Don't Know."
As Donald Trump's unpopular war of choice in Iran rages on, Trump and his administration officials have offered no firm timeline for the end of the war -- even as two-thirds of Americans believe the U.S. should end the war quickly, including 40% of Republicans, and 60% overall disapprove of the war.
Trump's dead more
DNC: Trump Has Shattered His 2024 Coalition
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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Trump Has Shattered His 2024 Coalition
Trump reaches negative net approval with working class white voters for first time in his second term
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The coalition that delivered Donald Trump the presidency in 2024 is falling apart and now, for the first time in his second term, Trump is underwater with white working class voters -- and it's no wonder why. Trump has wrecked the econom more
DNC: Trump's Bragging About Puny Refunds That Won't Come Close to Making Up for Rising Costs Under His Term
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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Trump's Bragging About Puny Refunds That Won't Come Close to Making Up for Rising Costs Under His Term
As Donald Trump continues to wage his unpopular war of choice with Iran -- which has already claimed the lives of at least 13 American service members and injured more than 350 -- the economy back home is tanking. As Americans grow increasingly concerned about the economy, Trump more
LONDON, England, April 7 -- The Confederation of British Industry posted the following news release:
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Financial services saw improved activity in Q1 2026 - CBI Financial Services Survey
Business volumes in the financial services sector rebounded in the first quarter of 2026 at the fastest rate since December 1996, according to the latest CBI Financial Services Survey.
The improvement in activity supported a pick-up in sentiment for the first time since June 2024, alongside a recovery more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to Free Press: How America Broke the Iranian Regime
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on April 5, 2026, by Zineb Riboua, research fellow at the Center for Peace and Security in the Middle East, to the Free Press:
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How America Broke the Iranian Regime
Seven critical miscalculations have left the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reeling, while U.S. and regional forces tighten their grip.
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This weeken more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to Washington Post: As the Iran War Continues, These 'Swing States' Will Be Pivotal
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on April 6, 2026, by senior fellow Ken Moriyasu to the Washington Post:
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As the Iran War Continues, These "Swing States" Will Be Pivotal
The conflict in Iran has boosted the strategic value of overland energy routes across Eurasia.
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The closure of the Strait of Hormuz -- cutting off roughly one-fifth of the world's more
Jamestown Foundation Posts Commentary: Dejected Putin Tries to Join the Great Gulf Game
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Jamestown Foundation posted the following commentary on April 6, 2026, by Pavel K. Baev, senior researcher at the International Peace Research Institute Oslo, in its Eurasia Daily Monitor:
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Dejected Putin Tries to Join the Great Gulf Game
Executive Summary:
* Russia is struggling to influence emerging alignments amid U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran and the rapidly evolving Middle Eastern security dynamics. Moscow is sidelined from key diplomatic initiatives despi more
Manhattan Institute Issues Commentary to New York Post: New York State's April 1 Budget Deadline Is Creating Major Trouble for Albany
NEW YORK, April 7 -- The Manhattan Institute issued the following excerpts of a commentary on April 6, 2026, by Cities Director John Ketcham, a legal policy fellow, to the New York Post:
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New York State's April 1 Budget Deadline Is Creating Major Trouble for Albany
On the last Friday of February, state officials met in Albany for their annual ritual: adopting an economic and tax-receipt forecast to use for budget negotiations the following month.
But the pols and finance geeks who assem more
Meeks Issues Statement on Rescued Airman, Reaffirms Calls for Diplomacy Following Trump's Reckless Easter Social Media Post
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement on April 5, 2026:
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Meeks Issues Statement on Rescued Airman, Reaffirms Calls for Diplomacy Following Trump's Reckless Easter Social Media Post
Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today issued a statement on the rescue of the second downed airman in Iran, and called for the war to be immediately more
Michigan Medicine: Convoys of Caregiving - Arab American Families Living With Dementia
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 7 -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following Q&A on April 6, 2026, by Lauren Gerlach and Matt Davis with Kristine Ajrouch, research professor in the Institute for Social Research:
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Convoys of Caregiving: Arab American Families Living with Dementia
An Interview with Kristine Ajrouch, PhD
In this episode, Matt & Lauren speak with Kristine Ajrouch, PhD - a new member of our CAPRA leadership team. Kristine more
Ranking Members Huffman and Raskin Slam Trump Administration's Taxpayer-Funded Billion-Dollar Giveaway at the Expense of Clean Energy
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-California, ranking member of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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Ranking Members Huffman and Raskin Slam Trump Administration's Taxpayer-Funded Billion-Dollar Giveaway at the Expense of Clean Energy
Instead of lowering costs for American families, Trump is using taxpayer dollars to prop up Big Oil
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Today, House Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) and Ho more
Ranking Members Raskin and Huffman Slam Trump Administration's Taxpayer-Funded Billion-Dollar Giveaway at the Expense of Clean Energy
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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Ranking Members Raskin and Huffman Slam Trump Administration's Taxpayer-Funded Billion-Dollar Giveaway at the Expense of Clean Energy
Instead of lowering costs for American families, Trump is using taxpayer dollars to prop up Big Oil
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Today, House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Jamie Raskin (D-Maryland) and House Natural Resour more
Security of Our Homeland is Not a Game: Homeland Republicans Warn of Long-Term Impacts From Democrat DHS Shutdown
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Michael Guest, R-Mississippi, chairman of the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement, issued the following news on April 6, 2026:
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"The Security of Our Homeland is Not a Game": Homeland Republicans Warn of Long-Term Impacts from Democrat DHS Shutdown
House Committee on Homeland Security Republicans are warning of the long-term impacts of the Democrats' Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown, which has now surpassed 50 d more
Virginia Tech: Experts Available - Iran War Enters Second Month, Artemis II, Spring & Brain Health, and More
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 7 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Experts available: Iran War enters second month, Artemis II, spring & brain health, and more
Virginia Tech experts are available this week to talk about issues in the news and offer seasonal advice on boosting brain health and restoring winter-damaged lawns. To schedule an interview with any of them or if you need analysis on other topics, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Virginia Tech experts available to d more
White House: While President Trump Directed Heroic Rescue, the Radical Left Spread Deranged Lies
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The White House issued the following news on April 6, 2026:
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While President Trump Directed Heroic Rescue, the Radical Left Spread Deranged Lies
While President Donald J. Trump was in the Oval Office and Situation Room commanding one of the most daring, complex military search-and-rescue missions in modern American history, the Radical Left revealed the true sickness rotting their souls.
This weekend, as America's elite warriors executed an operation from deep beh more
Bucks County Drivers Are Reeling From Skyrocketing Gas Prices. Brian Fitzpatrick's Response? No Comment.
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Bucks County Drivers Are Reeling From Skyrocketing Gas Prices. Brian Fitzpatrick's Response? No Comment.
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"I am really P.O.-ed."
"I can't keep up with all this."
"Gas is really getting above my means."
"Lunch is going to be peanut butter and jelly from here on out."
" The average American won't survive this."
That's just a sampling of what Bucks County residents are tell more
Center for Human Rights in Iran: Attacks on Essential Infrastructure Will Have Catastrophic Consequences for Millions of Civilians Across the Region
NEW YORK, April 6 [Category: International] -- The Center for Human Rights in Iran posted the following news release:
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Attacks on Essential Infrastructure Will Have Catastrophic Consequences for Millions of Civilians Across the Region
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In the context of the ongoing threats and attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure across the region, including power plants, water treatment facilities, and bridges, the Center for Human Rights in Iran (CHRI) urgently reminds all parties to more
Governor Hochul Announces Launch of Unprecedented Effort to Fill Potholes and Repave Roads Across New York State
ALBANY, New York, April 6 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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B-Roll, Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Announces Launch of Unprecedented Effort to Fill Potholes and Repave Roads Across New York State
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Earlier today Governor Kathy Hochul announced an unprecedented state effort to fill potholes and repave roads across New York State, following one of the coldest winters in recent memory. This month, State Department of Transportati more
Human Rights Watch: Americans Deserve Answers About Civilian Casualties in Iran
NEW YORK, April 6 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following commentary by Washington Director Sarah Yager:
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Americans Deserve Answers About Civilian Casualties in Iran
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A U.S. missile strike. An initial statement emphasizing precision. Then, later, reports that civilians -including many children -were among the dead. In Afghanistan, through the early and mid-2000s, these reports came so often they formed a grim pattern. Each incident is explained as an anomal more
ICYMI: Ohioans Struggle With Skyrocketing Gas Prices Thanks to Jon Husted
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 6 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news:
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ICYMI: Ohioans Struggle With Skyrocketing Gas Prices Thanks to Jon Husted
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Husted's price hikes to only get worse, with Amazon announcing 3.5% fuel surcharge fee
COLUMBUS, OHIO -As Jon Husted continues to recklessly back the war in Iran, gas and diesel prices are soaring for Ohio families. Ohioans are already struggling with high food and grocery prices, and the surging energy costs are forcing families more
Institute for Energy Research: Trump Moves to Restart Offshore Oil Production in California
WASHINGTON, April 6 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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Trump Moves to Restart Offshore Oil Production in California
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Key Takeaways
1 The Trump administration is moving on numerous fronts to limit the impact of Iranian threats to maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
2 The administration has ordered increased production from offshore California and the restart of a vital oil pipeline through the Defense Production Act. more
JoAnna Mendoza Joins MS NOW to Discuss Lowering Costs, Holding Juan Ciscomani Accountable
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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JoAnna Mendoza Joins MS NOW to Discuss Lowering Costs, Holding Juan Ciscomani Accountable
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"We're tired of the lies, we're tired of the broken promises, and we're tired of the betrayal"
In case you missed it, JoAnna Mendoza - Democratic candidate for Arizona's Sixth Congressional District, retired Marine Corps Drill Instructor, and single mom - joined MS NOW over the weekend to more
King Statement on Rising Tensions Between U.S., Iran
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- Sen. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, issued the following news release:
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King Statement on Rising Tensions Between U.S., Iran
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME) today released a statement as tensions grow in the Middle East after the President's Easter Morning threat to escalate the U.S. bombing campaign to include civilian targets if Iran refuses to open the Strait of Hormuz.
"The President's unhinged post Easter Sunday morning saying that Tuesday i more
Klobuchar Joins Farmers, Ag Leaders to Discuss Rising Fertilizer Costs and Impact on Minnesota Agriculture
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release:
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Klobuchar Joins Farmers, Ag Leaders to Discuss Rising Fertilizer Costs and Impact on Minnesota Agriculture
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Klobuchar highlighted the negative effects of tariffs, the war with Iran, and market consolidation on fertilizer, and her two bipartisan bills.
MINNESOTA -Senator Amy Klobuchar visited with farmers in Cannon Falls to highlight her bipartisan bills to lower fertilizer costs in the wake of more
Knight Institute Raises First Amendment Concerns Over Trump Threat to Compel Journalists to Reveal Sources
NEW YORK, April 6 [Category: Media] -- The Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University issued the following news release:
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Knight Institute Raises First Amendment Concerns Over Trump Threat to Compel Journalists to Reveal Sources
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WASHINGTON-At a press conference today, President Trump threatened to compel journalists to disclose confidential sources in response to reporting about the administration's handling of the war in Iran. The comments come amid escalating efforts by more
Lujan Statement on President Trump's Announcement on Iran War
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan Statement on President Trump's Announcement on Iran War
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) issued the following statement on President Trump's announcement on the Iran War:
"President Trump didn't have a plan going into this war, and there's still no credible plan to end it now. The American people did not ask for this conflict, Congress did not authorize it, and th more
Lujan: One Year of President Trump's Tariffs Have Driven Up Costs and Made Life More Expensive for New Mexicans
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan: One Year of President Trump's Tariffs Have Driven Up Costs and Made Life More Expensive for New Mexicans
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Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Committee on Finance, issued the following statement on the one-year anniversary of President Trump's sweeping tariffs that have hurt hardworking New Mexicans and Americans across the country:
"One year a more
National Press Club opposes President Trump's effort to force disclosure of confidential sources
WASHINGTON, April 6 [Category: Media] -- The National Press Club posted the following news release:
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National Press Club opposes President Trump's effort to force disclosure of confidential sources
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WASHINGTON, April 6 - National Press Club President Mark Schoeff Jr. today issued the following statement after President Donald Trump's public remarks that a news outlet should reveal its confidential sources or face consequences including jail time:
"President Trump's public suggestion more
Rep. Ansari: Impeach Pete Hegseth
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- Rep. Yassamin Ansari, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Ansari: Impeach Pete Hegseth
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WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) announced her intent to introduce Articles of Impeachment against Secretary of War Pete Hegseth:
"Donald Trump's deranged statements - including one on Easter Sunday - are further entrenching our country and our world in another devastating, never-ending war. He's threatening war crimes that violate U more
Rep. Garamendi Statement on Trump FY27 Budget
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- Rep. John Garamendi, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Garamendi Statement on Trump FY27 Budget
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WASHINGTON, DC -Today, Congressman John Garamendi (CA-08), a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement in response to President Trump's FY27 budget request :
"President Trump's budget is a cruel attack on American families. Instead of funding programs that could help alleviate the soaring costs of healt more
SCHUMER REVEALS: ONE MONTH INTO TRUMP'S IRAN WAR OF CHOICE, NEW YORKERS ARE PAYING $265+ MILLION MORE AT THE GAS PUMP
WASHINGTON, April 6 (Sen.) -- Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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SCHUMER REVEALS: ONE MONTH INTO TRUMP'S IRAN WAR OF CHOICE, NEW YORKERS ARE PAYING $265+ MILLION MORE AT THE GAS PUMP
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New Congressional Report Shows Families Already Struggling With Rising Costs & Have Paid $8.4 Billion More For Gas Since Trump Began His Reckless War In Iran, Including Over $265 Million In NY Alone
Despite Trump's Promise To Lower Price Of Gas, Th more
Trump, Hegseth, Caine Laud Successful Rescue of Downed Airmen in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Trump, Hegseth, Caine Laud Successful Rescue of Downed Airmen in Iran
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During a White House press conference today, President Donald J. Trump, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, lauded the military's success in a harrowing Easter weekend rescue of two airmen.
The two service members' F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet was downed by enemy forces in more
Wasserman Schultz Sounds Alarm on High Gas Prices, Highlights Local Impacts
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Wasserman Schultz Sounds Alarm on High Gas Prices, Highlights Local Impacts
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Pembroke Pines, FL - Today, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) joined constituents and Teamsters Union representatives to sound the alarm on skyrocketing gas prices and highlight its impacts on the South Florida community.
To watch the press conference, click here.
Wasserman Schultz was joined by Br more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Issues Statement on Rescued Airman, Reaffirms Calls for Diplomacy Following Trump's Reckless Easter Social Media Post
WASHINGTON, April 5 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Issues Statement on Rescued Airman, Reaffirms Calls for Diplomacy Following Trump's Reckless Easter Social Media Post
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Washington, D.C. - Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today issued a statement on the rescue of the second downed airman in Iran, and called for the war to be immediately brought to more
Secretary Rubio Revokes Green Cards of Foreign Nationals With Ties to Iranian Terror Regime
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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Secretary Rubio Revokes Green Cards of Foreign Nationals with Ties to Iranian Terror Regime
Last night, the niece and grand niece of deceased Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Major General Qasem Soleimani were arrested by federal agents following Secretary of State Marco Rubio's termination of their lawful permanent resident (LPR) status.
Hamideh Soleimani Afshar and her daughter are now in the custod more
Rand Issues Commentary Foreign Policy Magazine: Trump's Iran War Is a Dilemma, Not a Debacle
SANTA MONICA, California, April 1 -- Rand issued the following commentary by Raphael S. Cohen, director of the Strategy and Doctrine Program in Project Air Force, to Foreign Policy magazine:
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Trump's Iran War Is a Dilemma, Not a Debacle
The Iran war is just over a month old, and the prevailing opinion among the commentariat is that it's already a "quagmire," if not a "catastrophe." Critics have compared the conflict to the United States' invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan, its interventio more
