WASHINGTON, Jan. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news:
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Contracts for Jan. 24, 2025
AIR FORCE
Assured Information Security Inc., Rome, New York, was awarded a $300,000,000 ceiling, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity, cost-plus-fixed-fee completion contract. This contract provides for performance of research, development, prototyping, integration, testing, demonstration, deployment, upgrades, enhancement, sustainment and training of innovative technologies more
Heinrich, Lujan Commend Federal District Judge James O. Browning, Announce Process to Fill Vacancy
WASHINGTON, Jan. 25 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich, Lujan Commend Federal District Judge James O. Browning, Announce Process to Fill Vacancy
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) commend the Honorable James O. Browning, who has announced his intention to retire from regular active service effective February 2026, after 22 years of distinguished service as a United States District Court Judge for t more
Booker, Carson Lead Colleagues in Introducing Resolution Designating January as Muslim-American Heritage Month
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
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Booker, Carson Lead Colleagues in Introducing Resolution Designating January as Muslim-American Heritage Month
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) and U.S. Representative Andre Carson (D-IN-07) led colleagues in introducing a resolution recognizing January as Muslim-American Heritage Month and celebrating the achievements of Muslims living in the United States. The resolution highlig more
Contracts for Jan. 23, 2025
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news:
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Contracts for Jan. 23, 2025
ARMY
Sherlock, Smith, and Adams Inc.,* Montgomery, Alabama (W912DY-25-D-0049); Miller-Remick Michael Baker JV,* Cherry Hill, New Jersey (W912DY-25-D-0048); AE Works LTD.,* Sewickley, Pennsylvania (W912DY-25-D-0035); Apogee Consulting Group PA,* Cary, North Carolina (W912DY-25-D-0036); Health Facility Solutions,* Wichita, Kansas (W912DY-25-D-0047); Burdette, Koehler, Murphy and more
Contracts for Jan. 24, 2025
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news:
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Contracts for Jan. 24, 2025
AIR FORCE
Assured Information Security Inc., Rome, New York, was awarded a $300,000,000 ceiling, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity, cost-plus-fixed-fee completion contract. This contract provides for performance of research, development, prototyping, integration, testing, demonstration, deployment, upgrades, enhancement, sustainment and training of innovative technologies more
Forging the Future: Training Center Opens to Train Next Generation of Defense Manufacturers
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news:
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Forging the Future: Training Center Opens to Train Next Generation of Defense Manufacturers
DANVILLE, Va. -- The U.S. Navy strengthened its efforts to revitalize the nation's shipbuilding capability with the opening of a new training center in Danville, Virginia.
The Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program, launched in 2021, has graduated more than 777 students from 45 states, Guam, Pu more
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 24 -- Gov. Glenn Youngkin, R-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Board Appointments
RICHMOND, VA-- Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced additional board appointments.
BOARD APPOINTMENTS
AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
PEANUT BOARD
* Richard M. Williams III of Suffolk, Owner, Williams Family Farms
DESIGNATED
STATEWIDE INDEPENDENT LIVING COUNCIL
* Kathleen "Ida" Barksdale of Hanover, Consulting Engi more
Governor Glenn Youngkin on the Senate's Rejection of a Number of Qualified University and State Board Members
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 24 -- Gov. Glenn Youngkin, R-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Governor Glenn Youngkin on the Senate's Rejection of a Number of Qualified University and State Board Members
RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement after Senate Democrats rejected numerous qualified university and state board members:
"For three years, my administration has stood for excellence by appointing outstanding leaders to Virginia's univer more
Heinrich, Lujan Commend Federal District Judge James O. Browning, Announce Process to Fill Vacancy
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich, Lujan Commend Federal District Judge James O. Browning, Announce Process to Fill Vacancy
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) commend the Honorable James O. Browning, who has announced his intention to retire from regular active service effective February 2026, after 22 years of distinguished service as a United States District Court Judge for t more
Kaine Announces Subcommittee Assignments for 119th Congress
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Kaine Announces Subcommittee Assignments for 119th Congress
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) announced his subcommittee assignments for the 119 th Congress. He will serve as Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services (SASC) Subcommittee on Seapower, which oversees Navy and Marine Corps planning, operations policy, and programs. He will also serve as Ranking Member of the Senate more
Kaine Statement on Passing of Close Friend & Mentor Henry Marsh
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Kaine Statement on Passing of Close Friend & Mentor Henry Marsh
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) released the following statement regarding the passing of his friend and mentor Henry Marsh:
"My heart is heavy with grief and full of gratitude that I had the chance to know Henry Marsh--a truly exceptional person. A born-and-raised Richmonder who become active in the civil rights more
Statement of U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner on the Passing of Henry Marsh III
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Statement of U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner on the Passing of Henry Marsh III
WASHINGTON - U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) issued the following statement on the passing of Henry Marsh III:
"It is with a heavy heart that Lisa and I join the Commonwealth and the nation in mourning the passing of Henry Marsh III, a true giant of the civil rights movement and a tireless champion for justice and equality.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Key Natural Resources and Environment Appointments to Lead on Wildfire Prevention
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following news release:
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U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Key Natural Resources and Environment Appointments to Lead on Wildfire Prevention
Alongside President Trump's visit to California wildfire damage, these appointments reflect a renewed focus on protecting forests and communities nationwide.
Washington, D.C., Jan. 24, 2025 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced key appointments by Pr more
Warner Joins Colleagues in Introducing Bipartisan Legislation to Support First Responders with Service-Related Cancers
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Warner Joins Colleagues in Introducing Bipartisan Legislation to Support First Responders with Service-Related Cancers
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) joined Sens. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), and 26 of their Senate colleagues in introducing legislation to expand access to federal support for the families of firefighters and other first responders who pass away or be more
Warner, Kaine, Griffith Announce Over $26 Million in Federal Funding for Lee County Sewer Improvement Project
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Warner, Kaine, Griffith Announce Over $26 Million in Federal Funding for Lee County Sewer Improvement Project
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) and U.S. Representative Morgan Griffith (R-VA) announced $26,250,000 in federal funding from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the Lee County Sewer Improvements Project. The funding was awarded courtesy of the d more
Warner, Kaine, Griffith Announce over $26 Million in Federal Funding for Lee County Sewer Improvement Project
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Warner, Kaine, Griffith Announce over $26 Million in Federal Funding for Lee County Sewer Improvement Project
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) and U.S. Rep. Morgan Griffith (R-VA) announced $26,250,000 in federal funding from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the Lee County Sewer Improvements Project. The funding was awarded courtesy of the disaster relief pa more
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Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Housing Finance System
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12741) on Jan. 13, 2025, by financial economics specialist Darryl E. Getter:
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Introduction to Financial Services: The Housing Finance System
Background
Prior to the Great Depression, U.S. residential mortgage markets operated at local levels and were highly sensitive to local conditions. Lenders funded mortgages by relying on local deposits, which were concentrated in hea more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Housing Market
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11327) on Jan. 13, 2025, by macroeconomic policy analyst Lida R. Weinstock.
Here are excerpts:
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Introduction to U.S. Economy: Housing Market
The Housing Market
Real estate and the housing market play an important role in the U.S. economy. At the individual level, roughly 65% of occupied housing units are owner occupied, homes are often a substantial source of household we more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Inflation
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10477) on Jan. 13, 2025, by macroeconomic policy analyst Lida R. Weinstock.
Here are excerpts:
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Introduction to U.S. Economy: Inflation
What Is Inflation?
Inflation is defined as a general increase in the price of goods and services across the economy, or, in other words, a general decrease in the value of money. Conversely, deflation is a general decrease in the price of more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Monetary Policy
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11751) on Jan. 13, 2025, by macroeconomic policy specialist Marc Labonte:
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Introduction to U.S. Economy: Monetary Policy
The Federal Reserve (Fed), the nation's central bank, is responsible for monetary policy. This In Focus explains how monetary policy works. Typically, when the Fed wants to stimulate the economy, it makes policy more expansionary by reducing short-term in more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Regulatory Framework
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11065) on Jan. 13, 2025, by macroeconomic policy specialist Marc Labonte.
Here are excerpts:
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Introduction to Financial Services: The Regulatory Framework
This In Focus provides a brief introduction to the federal agencies that regulate U.S. financial markets. For more detail, see CRS Report R44918, Who Regulates Whom? An Overview of the U.S. Financial Regulatory Framewor more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on FDA Regulation of Laboratory-Developed Tests
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11389) on Jan. 14, 2025, by health policy specialist Amanda K. Sarata:
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FDA Regulation of Laboratory-Developed Tests (LDTs)
Laboratory-developed tests (LDTs) are a class of in vitro diagnostic (IVD) device that is designed, manufactured, and used within a single laboratory. LDTs may be used in the context of identifying evolving diseases (e.g., new strains of infectious di more
Congressional Research Service: 'EV Charging Infrastructure: Frequently Asked Questions'
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48351) on Jan. 14, 2025, entitled "EV Charging Infrastructure: Frequently Asked Questions" by energy policy specialist Melissa N. Diaz.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
This report addresses frequently asked questions related to expanding plug-in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
The first set of questions examines the current availability of EV charging infrastructure and the p more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper On Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence & Security
WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10523) on Jan. 14, 2025, by Michael E. DeVine, intelligence and national security analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security
The Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security (USD(I&S)) is a civilian official, appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate, who reports directly to the Secretary o more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Banking
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10117) on Jan. 13, 2025, by financial economics specialists Raj Gnanarajah and Andrew P. Scott.
Here are excerpts:
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Introduction to Financial Services: Banking
Banks serve an important role in the financial system and the broader economy. They accept deposits, make loans, and facilitate payments. Economic output would be lower if, instead of banks, businesses had to financ more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Capital Markets
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11062) on Jan. 13, 2025, by financial economics specialist Eva Su.
Here are excerpts:
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Introduction to Financial Services: Capital Markets
This In Focus provides an overview of U.S. capital markets, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulation, and related policy issues.
Market Composition
Capital markets are where securities such as stocks and bonds are issued an more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Consumer Finance
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10117) on Jan. 13, 2025, by financial economics analyst Karl E. Schneider.
Here are excerpts:
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Introduction to Financial Services: Consumer Finance
Consumer finance refers to the borrowing, saving, and investment choices that consumers and households make over time. Understanding why and how consumers make financial decisions is important when considering policy issues in more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Credit Unions
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11713) on Jan. 13, 2025, by financial economics specialist Darryl E. Getter:
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Introduction to Financial Services: Credit Unions
Background
Credit unions are nonprofit financial cooperatives, meaning that these depository institutions are owned and operated entirely by their members. The concept of the modern credit union stems from small group cooperatives that emerged in more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Foreign Relations Reauthorization
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10293) on Jan. 13, 2025, by foreign affairs analyst Cory R. Gil.
Here are excerpts:
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Foreign Relations Reauthorization: Background and Issues
Introduction
The Constitution gives Congress the power to provide funding, authorize programs, and conduct oversight with respect to the implementation of foreign policy. In exercising these powers, Congress has enacted several law more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on GDP & Economic Growth
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10408) on Jan. 13, 2025, by financial economics specialist Mark P. Keightley and macroeconomic policy analyst Lida R. Weinstock.
Here are excerpts:
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Introduction to U.S. Economy: GDP and Economic Growth
Economic activity and longer-term growth are of concern to policymakers due to the connection between the economy's performance and the overall well-being of Americans. Th more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on House Sergeant at Arms
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11727) on Jan. 13, 2025, by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus.
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House Sergeant at Arms: A Primer
The Sergeant at Arms (SAA) is an elected officer of the House of Representatives and is the chamber's primary law enforcement official and protocol officer, responsible for maintaining security on the House floor and the House side of the U.S. Capitol compl more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on International Regulation
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12741) on Jan. 13, 2025.
The white paper is written by financial economics specialist Andrew P. Scott, macroeconomic policy specialist Marc Labonte and international trade and finance specialist Martin A. Weiss.
Here are excerpts:
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Introduction to Financial Services: International Regulation
While financial markets have become global, financial regulation and supervision more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Introduction to Financial Services - Derivatives
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10117) on Jan. 13, 2025, by financial economics specialist Rena S. Miller.
Here are excerpts:
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Introduction to Financial Services: Derivatives
Background
A derivative is a contract that derives its value from an underlying asset at a designated point in time. For example, derivatives may be tied to physical commodities (such as wheat, cattle, oil, or gold), stock indices, more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Introduction to Financial Services - Insurance
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10043) on Jan. 13, 2025, by financial economics specialist Baird Webel.
Here are excerpts:
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Introduction to Financial Services: Insurance
This In Focus provides a summary of the insurance market and regulatory system in the United States.
Market Structure
Insurance companies constitute a major segment of the U.S. financial services industry. The insurance industry is oft more
Congressional Research Service Issues Legal Sidebar White Paper on Biden Administration Withdraws Offshore Areas From Oil & Gas Leasing
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11259) on Jan. 13, 2025, by legislative attorney Adam Vann:
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Biden Administration Withdraws Offshore Areas from Oil and Gas Leasing: Can a Withdrawal Be Withdrawn?
On January 6, 2025, President Joe Biden issued two presidential memoranda directing the withdrawal of areas in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and the Gulf of Mexico, as well as the northern Bering Sea, fro more
Congressional Research Service Issues Legal Sidebar White Paper on Federal Trade Commission Revives Enforcement of Robinson-Patman Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11257) on Jan. 6, 2025, by legislative attorney Jay B. Sykes:
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FTC Revives Enforcement of the Robinson-Patman Act
On December 12, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sued Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits (Southern), the largest U.S. distributor of wine and spirits, alleging that the company violated the Robinson-Patman Act (RPA) by charging independent retailer more
Congressional Research Service: 'Considering Legislation on House Floor - Common Practices in Brief'
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R43424) on Jan. 6, 2025, entitled "Considering Legislation on the House Floor: Common Practices in Brief" by Elizabeth Rybicki, Congress and legislative process specialist:
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SUMMARY
The House of Representatives considers legislation under different sets of procedures. Because the House follows certain procedures frequently, the types of questions Members will vote on, as well as Members' o more
Congressional Research Service: 'Greenhouse Gas Mitigation - CRS Products'
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47254) on Jan. 6, 2025, entitled "Greenhouse Gas Mitigation: CRS Products" by _____.
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Contents
Selected CRS Products Relevant to GHG Mitigation ... 2
Agriculture, Oceans, and Forestry ... 2
Carbon Capture and Sequestration ... 2
Carbon Pricing, Tax Policy, and Regulatory Approaches ... 2
Climate Science ... 3
Electricity Sector ... 3
Fossil Fuel Production ... 4
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Congressional Research Service: 'Tribal Self-Determination Authorities - Overview & Issues for Congress' (Part 1 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48256) on Jan. 10, 2025, entitled "Tribal Self-Determination Authorities: Overview and Issues for Congress."
The report is written by natural resources policy specialist Mariel J. Murray, education policy specialist Cassandria Dortch and health services specialist Elayne J. Heisler.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Congress has broad authority over issues relating to federally recognized Tr more
Congressional Research Service: 'Tribal Self-Determination Authorities - Overview & Issues for Congress' (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48256) on Jan. 10, 2025, entitled "Tribal Self-Determination Authorities - Overview and Issues for Congress:"
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Federal Funding for ISDEAA Agreements
ISDEAA includes various directives relating to the amount of funding that federal agencies must provide to tribal entities in AFAs negotiated under ISDEAA agreements. Tribal entities are entitled to the amount eq more
Congressional Research Service: 'Tribal Self-Determination Authorities - Overview & Issues for Congress' (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48256) on Jan. 10, 2025, entitled "Tribal Self-Determination Authorities - Overview and Issues for Congress:"
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Tribal Capacity
Tribal entities may choose different agreement options authorized by the different ISDEAA titles depending on their capacity and interests. Tribal capacity to administer federal programs is a key factor that can affect a Tribe's decis more
Congressional Research Service: 'Navy Ship Names - Background for Congress' (Part 1 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RS22478) on Jan. 10, 2025, entitled "Navy Ship Names: Background for Congress" by naval affairs specialist Ronald O'Rourke.
Here are excerpts:
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Summary
Names for Navy ships traditionally have been chosen and announced by the Secretary of the Navy, under the direction of the President and in accordance with rules prescribed by Congress. Rules for giving certain types of names to certain ty more
Congressional Research Service: 'Navy Ship Names - Background for Congress' (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RS22478) on Jan. 10, 2025, entitled "Navy Ship Names: Background for Congress:"
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Littoral Combat Ships (LCSs)
A total of 35 littoral combat ships (LCSs) were procured through FY2019./63 All 35 have been named. LCSs were at first named for U.S. mid-tier cities, small towns, and other U.S. communities./64 The naming rule was later adjusted to regionally importan more
Congressional Research Service: 'Navy Ship Names - Background for Congress' (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RS22478) on Jan. 10, 2025, entitled "Navy Ship Names: Background for Congress:"
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Ships Named Several Years Before They Were Procured
In recent years, the Navy on a few occasions has announced names for ships years before those ships were procured. Although announcing a name for a ship years before it is procured is not prohibited, doing so could deprive a futu more
FBI: Hino Motors, a Toyota Subsidiary, Agrees to Plead Guilty and Pay Over $1.6B to Resolve Emissions Fraud Scheme
WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The FBI issued the following news release:
The U.S. Justice Department, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), FBI, Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Transportation's Office of Inspector General (DOT-OIG), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and State of California today reached criminal and multiple civil resolutions, valued at over $1.6 billion, with Hino Motors, Ltd. (Hino Motors), Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A., Inc. and Hino Mot more
Fla. U.S. Attorney: Windermere Woman Charged With COVID Relief Fraud
ORLANDO, Florida, Jan. 18 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida issued the following news release:
United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces the filing of a criminal complaint charging Carolina Amesty (30, Windermere) with two counts of theft of government property related to COVID relief fraud. Each count carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison.
A criminal complaint is merely an allegation that a defendant has committed one or more vio more
Ga. U.S. Attorney: Felon Sentenced for Committing Pandemic Relief Fraud While on Supervised Release
ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 18 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia issued the following news release:
Boeroepae Jordan has been sentenced to a new term in prison for defrauding the Paycheck Protection Program ("PPP") and Economic Injury Disaster Loan ("EIDL") program of more than $323,000, less than a year after being released from federal prison for firearms and drug crimes.
"Jordan quickly returned to his criminal activity after his release from prison, this t more
Homeland Security IG: Lead Defendants of Prolific Human Smuggling and Money Laundering Network Sentenced in Joint Task Force Alpha Investigation
WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Office of Inspector General issued the following news release:
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Ordered to Pay Over $2.3M in Money Judgments
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A Texas woman and man were sentenced to 121 months and 135 months in prison and ordered to pay money judgments of $942,537.00 and $438,119.00, respectively, this week for their roles as the leaders of a human smuggling organization (HSO) that conspired to illegally transport, harbor, and conceal from law enfo more
Justice Department Files Nationwide Lawsuit Alleging Walgreens Knowingly Filled Millions of Prescriptions That Lacked a Legitimate Medical Purpose
WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Jan. 17, 2025:
In a civil complaint filed yesterday in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, the Justice Department alleges that Walgreens Boots Alliance, Walgreen Co. and various subsidiaries (collectively, Walgreens) dispensed millions of unlawful prescriptions in violation of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and then sought reimbursement for many of these prescriptions from more
Justice Department Files Nationwide Lawsuit Alleging Walgreens Knowingly Filled Millions of Prescriptions That Lacked Legitimate Medical Purpose
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Jan. 18 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland issued the following news release on Jan. 17, 2025:
In a civil complaint filed yesterday in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, the Justice Department alleges that Walgreens Boots Alliance, Walgreen Co. and various subsidiaries (collectively, Walgreens) dispensed millions of unlawful prescriptions in violation of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and then sought reimbursemen more
Justice Dept.: Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Honors Justice Department Employees and Partners for the 72nd Annual Attorney General's Awards
WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Jan. 17, 2025:
Attorney General Merrick B. Garland announced the recipients of the 72nd Annual Attorney General's Awards, honoring Justice Department employees and others for extraordinary contributions to the enforcement of our nation's laws. This year, there are 437 award recipients in 23 categories.
The 72nd Attorney General's Awards and recipients are as follows:
The Attorney General's David Margoli more
Justice Dept.: BioReference Health, OPKO Health Agree to Pay $704,349 to Settle Allegations That They Billed Government for Medically Unnecessary Blood Tests
WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Jan. 17, 2025:
BioReference Health LLC, formerly known as BioReference Laboratories Inc. (BioReference) and OPKO Health Inc. (OPKO), have agreed to pay $704,349 to resolve alleged violations of the False Claims Act arising from BioReference's submission of claims for laboratory tests that had not been ordered by a patient's provider. OPKO is a Delaware Corporation. BioReference, a subsidiary of OPKO, is h more
Justice Dept.: Lead Defendants of Prolific Human Smuggling and Money Laundering Network Sentenced in Joint Task Force Alpha Investigation
WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Jan. 17, 2025:
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Ordered to Pay Over $2.3M in Money Judgments
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A Texas woman and man were sentenced to 121 months and 135 months in prison and ordered to pay money judgments of $942,537.00 and $438,119.00, respectively, this week for their roles as the leaders of a human smuggling organization (HSO) that conspired to illegally transport, harbor, and conceal from law enforcement hundreds of und more
Justice Dept.: Unified Care Services LLC Agrees to Pay $18M to Settle False Claims Act Allegations Relating to Paycheck Protection Program Loans
WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release:
Torrance, California-based chain of skilled nursing facilities Unified Care Services LLC (Unified Care), its affiliates and its owner, Emmanual David, have agreed to pay $18 million to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act (FCA) by knowingly providing false information in support of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan applications and loan forgiveness applications submitted by Unifi more
Texas U.S. Attorney: Pharmacist Guilty in $110 Million Dollar Kickback Conspiracy
MCALLEN, Texas, Jan. 18 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas issued the following news release:
A 55-year-old McAllen man has pleaded guilty to conspiring to pay kickbacks in exchange for prescription referrals, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani.
John Ageudo Rodriguez, a licensed pharmacist, owned and operated a pharmacy in Pharr called Pharr Family Pharmacy.
Rodriguez admitted he paid kickbacks in excess of $24 million to various marketers. The marke more
Chairman Wicker, SASC Republicans Demand Accountability After Inspector General Report on Secretary Austin
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release:
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Chairman Wicker, SASC Republicans Demand Accountability After Inspector General Report on Secretary Austin
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., the chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, led 11 of his SASC Republican colleagues on a letter to President Biden. The letter demands accountability for the Pentagon response to an Inspector General report on Secretary of Defense Ll more
Female migrant succumbs to environmental exposure after being found by Border Patrol Agents
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release:
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Female migrant succumbs to environmental exposure after being found by Border Patrol Agents
This notification is being issued to the public pursuant to the CBP policy regarding Notification and Review Procedures for Certain Deaths and Deaths in Custody and the Department of Homeland Security FY 2021 Appropriation (H. Rept. 116-458) reporting requirements rel more
Grassley Joins Senate Inspector General Caucus
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
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Grassley Joins Senate Inspector General Caucus
WASHINGTON - Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today joined Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) in launching the bipartisan Inspector General (IG) Caucus. The IG Caucus will support federal watchdogs in their efforts to ensure government accountability and compliance with the law.
"Inspectors General play an essential r more
Justice Dept.: American Express Agrees to Pay $108.7M to Settle Allegations of Deceptive Marketing and "Dummy" Account Information
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Jan. 16, 2025:
The American Express Company (American Express), based in New York, New York, has agreed to pay a $108.7 million civil penalty to resolve allegations that it violated the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act of 1989 (FIRREA) by deceptively marketing credit card and wire transfer products and by entering "dummy" Employer Identification Numbers in the credit card accoun more
Migrant dies from heat-related injuries after crossing the border
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release:
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Migrant dies from heat-related injuries after crossing the border
Thu, 01/16/2025
This notification is being issued to the public pursuant to the CBP policy regarding Notification and Review Procedures for Certain Deaths and Deaths in Custody and the Department of Homeland Security FY 2021 Appropriation (H. Rept. 116-458) reporting requirements related to more
Mullin Joins Chairman Wicker, SASC Republicans in Demanding Accountability After Inspector General Report
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release:
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Mullin Joins Chairman Wicker, SASC Republicans in Demanding Accountability After Inspector General Report
Washington, D.C. - On Thursday, U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), joined Chairman Roger Wicker (R-MS), and 10 of their SASC GOP colleagues in a letter to President Biden. The letter demands accountability for the Pentagon response t more
NHTSA Announces $525 Million Civil Penalty Against Hino Motors for Falsifying Fuel Consumption, Other Data
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued the following news release on Jan. 16, 2025:
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Multi-agency investigation results in largest civil penalty settlement involving NHTSA
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The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration today announced a $525 million civil penalty against Hino Motors Ltd. and its U.S. subsidiaries, resolving claims for falsified data for heavy-duty diesel more
Ongoing Weaknesses Prevent GAO From Providing Opinion on U.S. Government's Financial Statements
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Government Accountability Office issued the following news release:
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) was unable to provide an opinion on the reliability of the federal government's consolidated financial statements for fiscal year 2024 and 2023. This year's audit report stresses the need to address serious deficiencies in federal financial management and address the federal government's unsustainable long-term fiscal path.
"The federal government has again more
Reps. Gottheimer, Van Drew, Malliotakis Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to End New York's Crushing Congestion Tax - Hold MTA Accountable
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on Jan. 16, 2025:
Today, January 15, 2025, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), and Congressman Jeff Van Drew (NJ-2) announced the reintroduction of a bipartisan legislative package to end New York's crushing Congestion Tax, stand up for hardworking families, and hold the woefully mismanaged Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) accountable.
"When co more
Texas U.S. Attorney: Texas Hospital CEO Sentenced to Federal Prison for Role in Health Care Kickback Conspiracy
TYLER, Texas, Jan. 17 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Texas issued the following news release:
A former Texas hospital chief executive officer has been sentenced to 36 months in federal prison for conspiring to violate the Anti-Kickback Statute, announced U.S. Attorney Damien M. Diggs.
Jeffrey Paul Madison, 49, of Burnet, Texas; Susan L. Hertzberg, 66, of New York, New York; Matthew John Theiler, 58, of Pinehurst, North Carolina; David Weldon Kraus, 66, of Maryvi more
Tuberville Demands Accountability After Inspector General Report Reveals Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Went MIA Twice
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Alabama, issued the following news release:
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Tuberville Demands Accountability After Inspector General Report Reveals Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Went MIA Twice
"It is dangerous and deeply concerning that our Secretary of Defense left the United States vulnerable when he was completely out of commission twice--and didn't feel the need to tell his boss either time."
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) is demanding accounta more
Border Patrol Agent attempts to stop suicidal man
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release:
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Border Patrol Agent attempts to stop suicidal man
This notification is being issued to the public pursuant to the CBP policy regarding Notification and Review Procedures for Certain Deaths and Deaths in Custody and the Department of Homeland Security FY 2021 Appropriation (H. Rept. 116-458) reporting requirements related to CBP-involved deaths.
On July 17, more
Cassidy, Padilla Reintroduce Bill to Improve Temporary Housing for Disaster, Wildfire Victims While They Rebuild Their Lives
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Cassidy, Padilla Reintroduce Bill to Improve Temporary Housing for Disaster, Wildfire Victims While They Rebuild Their Lives
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Alex Padilla (D-CA) reintroduced the Disaster Housing Reform for American Families Act to improve temporary housing available to disaster victims after a storm and wildfire. The bill instructs the Federal Emergency Mana more
Contact lenses used to slow nearsightedness in youth have a lasting effect
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General issued the following news release:
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Contact lenses used to slow nearsightedness in youth have a lasting effect
NIH-funded study finds progression of eye growth returns to normal in older teens, with no loss of treatment benefit.
A myopic eye grows too long from front to back. Light gets focused in front of the retina. NEI
In a follow up study funded by the National Institutes of Health more
DOD IG: Review of the Responsibilities and Actions Related to the Secretary of Defense's Hospitalizations and the DoD's Policies and Procedures for Notification and Transfer of Functions and Duties - Report No. DODIG-2025-058
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Defense Office of the Inspector General issued the following news release on Jan. 15, 2025:
Inspector General Robert P. Storch announced today that the Department of Defense (DoD) Office of Inspector General (OIG) released the "Review of the Responsibilities and Actions Related to the Secretary of Defense's Hospitalizations and the DoD's Policies and Procedures for Notification and Transfer of Functions and Duties." The OIG report released today con more
Energy I.G.: 'The Department of Energy Nuclear Waste Fund's Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Statement Audit'
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 (TNSres) -- The Energy Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. DOE-OIG-25-03) on November 19, 2024, entitled "The Department of Energy Nuclear Waste Fund's Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Statement Audit".
Here are excerpts:
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The attached report presents the results of the independent certified public accountants' audit of the balance sheets of the Department of Energy Nuclear Waste Fund, as of September 30, 2024, and 2023, and the related statements of ne more
Energy I.G.: 'The Department of Energy's Fiscal Year 2024 Consolidated Financial Statements'
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 (TNSres) -- The Energy Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. DOE-OIG-25-09) on December 16, 2024, entitled "The Department of Energy's Fiscal Year 2024 Consolidated Financial Statements":
Here are excerpts:
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The Department of Energy's Fiscal Year 2024 Consolidated Financial Statements
The report presents the results of the independent certified public accountants' audit of the Department of Energy's consolidated financial statements as of September more
Energy I.G.: 'The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Statements'
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 (TNSres) -- The Energy Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. DOE-OIG-25-04) on November 20, 2024, entitled "The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Statements":
Here are excerpts:
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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Statements
The attached report presents the results of the independent certified public accountants' audit of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) balance she more
EPA: Hino Motors, a Toyota Subsidiary, Agrees to Plead Guilty and Pay Over $1.6B to Resolve Emissions Fraud Scheme
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
Today, Jan. 15, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Justice Department, FBI, Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Transportation's Office of Inspector General (DOT-OIG), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and state of California reached criminal and multiple civil resolutions, valued at over $1.6 billion, with Hino Motors, Ltd. (Hino Motors), Hino Motors Manufact more
Export-Import Bank of the U.S. Signs $200 Million Memorandum of Understanding with Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay, Strengthening Partnerships in Mutual Areas of Interest
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The Export-Import Bank of the United States Office of Inspector General issued the following news release:
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Export-Import Bank of the U.S. Signs $200 Million Memorandum of Understanding with Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay, Strengthening Partnerships in Mutual Areas of Interest
January 16, 2025
Washington, D.C. -Today, the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) and Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay (BROU), Uruguay's state-owned bank, more
Female migrant crushed under crashed smuggling vehicle after fleeing from Border Patrol
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release:
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Female migrant crushed under crashed smuggling vehicle after fleeing from Border Patrol
This notification is being issued to the public pursuant to the CBP policy regarding Notification and Review Procedures for Certain Deaths and Deaths in Custody and the Department of Homeland Security FY 2021 Appropriation (H. Rept. 116-458) reporting requirements related more
Human Trafficking Prevention Month: Shedding light on modern-day slavery
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news:
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Human Trafficking Prevention Month: Shedding light on modern-day slavery
RAMSTEIN AIR FORCE BASE, Germany - January marks Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, educating communities, and reinforcing prevention efforts to combat one of the world's gravest crises: modern-day slavery.
According to the Interna more
Iowa U.S. Attorney: Two Iowa Healthcare Practitioners Settle Allegations for False Submission of Claims to Federal Healthcare Programs in Telemedicine Scheme
DES MOINES, Iowa, Jan. 16 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Iowa issued the following news release:
Two Iowa healthcare practitioners have entered into civil settlements to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act by knowingly causing the submission of false or fraudulent claims to Medicare as part of a telemedicine scheme.
Nurse practitioner Cori Lempiainen has agreed to pay $150,000 to the United States to resolve allegations that between Octo more
Justice Dept.: Doctor Sentenced for $70M Medicare Fraud Scheme
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Jan. 15, 2025:
A Texas doctor was sentenced today to 10 years in prison and ordered to pay $26,622,522.82 in restitution for his role in a scheme to defraud Medicare by prescribing durable medical equipment and cancer genetic testing without seeing, speaking to, or otherwise treating patients.
According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, David M. Young M.D., 61, of Fredericksburg, signed more
Justice Dept.: False Claims Act Settlements and Judgments Exceed $2.9B in FY 2024
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Jan. 15, 2025:
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Highest Number of Qui Tam Actions Filed in History
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Settlements and judgments under the False Claims Act exceeded $2.9 billion in the fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 2024, Principal Deputy Associate Attorney General Benjamin C. Mizer and Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Brian M. Boynton, head of the Justice Department's Civil Division, announced today. The government a more
Justice Dept.: Hino Motors, a Toyota Subsidiary, Agrees to Plead Guilty and Pay Over $1.6B to Resolve Emissions Fraud Scheme
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Jan. 15, 2025:
The U.S. Justice Department, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), FBI, Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Transportation's Office of Inspector General (DOT-OIG), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and State of California today reached criminal and multiple civil resolutions, valued at over $1.6 billion, with Hino Motors, Ltd. (Hino Motors), Hino Motors more
Man dies after being struck by a motorist on Interstate 19
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release:
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Man dies after being struck by a motorist on Interstate 19
This notification is being issued to the public pursuant to the CBP policy regarding Notification and Review Procedures for Certain Deaths and Deaths in Custody and the Department of Homeland Security FY 2021 Appropriation (H. Rept. 116-458) reporting requirements related to CBP-involved deaths.
O more
Man dies in the Sonoran Desert after being left behind
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release:
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Man dies in the Sonoran Desert after being left behind
This notification is being issued to the public pursuant to the CBP policy regarding Notification and Review Procedures for Certain Deaths and Deaths in Custody and the Department of Homeland Security FY 2021 Appropriation (H. Rept. 116-458) reporting requirements related to CBP-involved deaths.
On Ju more
Migrant dies at Border Patrol station after being transported in from the field
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release:
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Migrant dies at Border Patrol station after being transported in from the field
This notification is being issued to the public pursuant to the CBP policy regarding Notification and Review Procedures for Certain Deaths and Deaths in Custody and the Department of Homeland Security FY 2021 Appropriation (H. Rept. 116-458) reporting requirements related to CBP- more
Migrant killed following failure to yield in El Paso, Texas
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release:
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Migrant killed following failure to yield in El Paso, Texas
This notification is being issued to the public pursuant to the CBP policy regarding Notification and Review Procedures for Certain Deaths and Deaths in Custody and the Department of Homeland Security FY 2021 Appropriation (H. Rept. 116-458) reporting requirements related to CBP-involved deaths.
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Miss. U.S. Attorney: Vicksburg Man Sentenced to 32 Years in Federal Prison for Health Care Fraud, Money Laundering, Identity Theft, and Contempt of Court
JACKSON, Mississippi, Jan. 16 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Mississippi issued the following news release:
A Vicksburg man was sentenced today by U.S. District Judge Henry T. Wingate to 32 years in prison for conspiring to commit wire fraud, mail fraud and health care fraud; money laundering; aggravated identity theft; mail fraud; and contempt of court. He was also ordered to pay $1,917,231.26 in restitution to the victims in the case.
According to court docum more
Ricketts at Zeldin Confirmation Hearing: EPA Must "Follow the Law" and "Get Back to the Fundamentals"
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release:
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Ricketts at Zeldin Confirmation Hearing: EPA Must "Follow the Law" and "Get Back to the Fundamentals"
January 17, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), a member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, questioned Lee Zeldin at the confirmation hearing of Zeldin's nomination by President Trump to be Administrator of the Environment Protection Agency (EPA more
Va. U.S. Attorney: Oakton Doctor Pleads Guilty to Running Pill Mill
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 16 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia issued the following news release on Jan. 15, 2025:
An Oakton doctor pled guilty today to conspiracy to distribute oxycodone and amphetamines, maintaining drug premises, and false statements relating to health care matters.
According to court documents, David Allingham, 64, was the owner of and sole medically licensed practitioner at Oakton Primacy Care Center (OPCC), an urgent care center. Be more
Warren, Smith Call on Trump Trade Nominees to Ensure Tariffs Are Not "A Corrupt Giveaway to the Wealthy and Well-Connected"
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Warren, Smith Call on Trump Trade Nominees to Ensure Tariffs Are Not "A Corrupt Giveaway to the Wealthy and Well-Connected"
Trump's first term tariffs were a cesspool of shady backroom deals, and "corporations are making crystal clear that they are ready to wheel and deal their way to tariff exclusions again."
"President-elect Trump...pledge(s) to impose these tariffs on day one of his pr more
ACLU FOIA Litigation Continues to Disclose ICE Proposals to Expand Immigration Detention Nationwide
NEW YORK, Jan. 15 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., issued the following news release:
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ACLU FOIA Litigation Continues to Disclose ICE Proposals to Expand Immigration Detention Nationwide
WASHINGTON - Newly released documents obtained by the American Civil Liberties Union confirm that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE more
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Group Discharge for 261,000 Borrowers with Loans from Ashford University
WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release:
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Group Discharge for 261,000 Borrowers with Loans from Ashford University
The Biden-Harris Administration today announced the approval of a $4.5 billion group discharge for 261,000 borrowers who attended Ashford University, a largely online institution, from March 1, 2009, through April 30, 2020. The approval is in response to a request from the California Depa more
DEA Ends Transportation Interdiction Program After Watchdog Report Triggered by Footage Showing Agents Threatening, Abusing Innocent Traveler
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 15 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Institute for Justice issued the following news release:
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DEA Ends Transportation Interdiction Program After Watchdog Report Triggered by Footage Showing Agents Threatening, Abusing Innocent Traveler
ARLINGTON, Va.--In a memo quietly issued last week, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) ceased operations of its controversial Transportation Interdiction Program (TIP). The program's "consensual encounters" with travelers were more
DOD IG: Audit of the DOD's Process for Authorizing Third Party Organizations to Perform Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0 Assessments - Report No. DODIG-2025-056
WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Defense Office of the Inspector General issued the following news release:
Inspector General Robert P. Storch announced today that the Department of Defense Office of Inspector General (DoD OIG) released the "Audit of the DoD's Process for Authorizing Third-Party Organizations to Perform Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0 Assessments."
The DoD OIG found that the DoD failed to effectively implement the process that authorizes third-party more
Ernst Launches Inspector General Caucus
WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
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Ernst Launches Inspector General Caucus
WASHINGTON - To continue her work as a champion for taxpayers, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) is leading a bipartisan group of senators in launching the Inspector General Caucus that will work to ensure the executive branch watchdogs are empowered to properly identify and mitigate waste, fraud, and abuse.
Inspectors general (IGs) supplied key details in Senator more
ICYMI: Womack, Boozman Bill to Strengthen Oversight of Veterans' Care Signed Into Law
WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Rep. Steve Womack, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Womack, Boozman Bill to Strengthen Oversight of Veterans' Care Signed Into Law
Washington, DC--January 15, 2025...Representatives Steve Womack (AR-3), Lauren Underwood (IL-14), Chris Pappas (NH-1), and Dave Joyce (OH-14) are celebrating the passage of their legislation to strengthen oversight and accountability at the U.S. Department of Veterans of Affairs (VA). Senator John Boozman (R-AR) cr more
IRS Thief Does Not Deserve a Pardon or Commutation
WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 [Category: Political] -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following commentary:
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IRS Thief Does Not Deserve a Pardon or Commutation
While progressives lobby President Biden for a commutation, there are so many victims that they are still being notified by the IRS
Here are the facts of the largest theft of private tax files in IRS history and the reasons the thief does not deserve a pardon or commutation:
1. Biden-appointed IRS chief Daniel Werfel testified tha more
IRS, CASST Announce 2025 Filing Season Changes Aimed at Preventing Spread of Scams, Schemes
WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service issued the following news release on Jan. 14, 2025:
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New Fuel Tax Credit statement and increased review of "other withholding" claims among highlights
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The Internal Revenue Service and partners in the Coalition of Scam and Scheme Threats (CASST) today released changes for the 2025 filing season designed to help protect taxpayers from becoming victims of a scam or scheme and preventing tax profession more
Justice Dept.: Bollinger Shipyard Agrees to Pay $1,025,000 to Settle False Claims Act Allegations Involving Billing the Coast Guard for Employees Ineligible to Work in U.S.
WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release:
Bollinger Shipyard LLC (Bollinger), a Lockport, Louisiana, based company, has agreed to pay $1,025,000 to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by knowingly billing the U.S. Coast Guard for labor provided by workers who were not eligible to work in the United States.
Bollinger manufactures ships for the United States, including the Coast Guard's Fast Response Cutter (FRC). The United S more
Justice Dept.: Four Defendants Plead Guilty in Ongoing Bid-Rigging, Fraud and Bribery Investigation Related to U.S. Government IT Purchases
WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Jan. 14, 2025:
Four defendants pleaded guilty in the District of Maryland for their roles in schemes to rig bids, defraud the government and pay and receive bribes in connection with the sale of IT products and services to federal government purchasers, including the Department of Defense (DoD). The charges were previously announced on Oct. 29, 2024.
These are the first guilty pleas in the Justice Depar more
N.C. U.S. Attorney: Former Production Manager at American Distillation, Inc. Pleads Guilty After Releasing Chemical Pollutants Into the Cape Fear River Near Navassa
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Jan. 15 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina issued the following news release on Jan. 14, 2025:
Barry Darnell White, 63, pled guilty today to knowingly discharging tert-Butyl alcohol and other pollutants into the Cape Fear River in violation of the federal Clean Water Act. White did so while employed by American Distillation, Inc., a chemical processing company located in Navassa, outside of Wilmington.
"Rather than dispose of more
Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility: Don't Cede Chemical Safety to Chemical Manufacturers
WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility issued the following news release:
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EPA Nominee Should Keep Corporate Foxes Out of Regulatory Henhouse
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The nominee to serve as the next Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) should pledge to ensure safety reviews of new and existing chemicals are conducted according to the best available science and not dictated by chemical corporations, according to Public Employees for Environmental Res more
Durbin Urges OPM To Approve Special Pay Rate For BOP Employees To Address Critical Staffing Shortages At BOP Facilities Nationwide
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
Today's letter follows up on Durbin's May letter that urges BOP to request the special pay rate
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today sent a letter to Rob Shriver, Acting Director of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM), to request that OPM approve the Bureau of Prisons' (BOP) recently-transmitted special pay rat more
Export-Import Bank of the U.S. Chair and President Reta Jo Lewis Signs More Than Half Billion Dollar Loan Agreement with the Government of Guyana
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- The Export-Import Bank of the United States Office of Inspector General issued the following news release:
Georgetown, Guyana - On Friday, Export-Import Bank of the U.S. (EXIM) Chair and President Reta Jo Lewis signed a loan for half billion-dollars in financing from the United States to support a gas-to-energy project that will double the Guyana's installed electric capacity and transform Guyana's economy. During her four-day trip to Guyana, Chair Lewis also met with Pre more
Md. U.S. Attorney: Radiopharmaceutical Company Set to Pay $350,000 to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Jan. 14 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland issued the following news release:
PharmaLogic Holdings Corporation, a radiopharmaceutical company headquartered in the State of Florida, has agreed to pay $350,000 to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act. Nine of the corporation's subsidiaries are accused of violating the False Claims Act by knowingly
filing to receive small-entity status to obtain a reduced U.S. Nuclear Regulato more
Minn. U.S. Attorney: Minnesota Construction Company Agrees to Pay $5.9M to Resolve False Claims Act Violations
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Jan. 14 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Minnesota issued the following news release:
Morcon Construction Company, Inc., based in Fridley, Minnesota, has agreed to pay $5.9 million dollars to resolve allegations of False Claims Act violations. Founded in 1982, Morcon is a general contractor responsible for certain repair, maintenance, and related work at U.S. Postal Service sites throughout Minnesota and elsewhere.
The United States alleged that be more
N.C. U.S. Attorney: United States and State of North Carolina File False Claims Act Complaint Against Durable Medical Equipment Supplier
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Jan. 14 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina issued the following news release on Jan. 13, 2025:
U.S. Attorney Dena J. King announced today that the United States and the State of North Carolina have filed a complaint against Benson I. Ejindu in the United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina, alleging that Ejindu knowingly submitted or caused to be submitted false claims to North Carolina Medicaid f more
Pa. U.S. Attorney: Two Altoona Residents Plead Guilty to Methamphetamine Trafficking Charges
JOHNSTOWN, Pennsylvania, Jan. 14 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania issued the following news release:
Two residents of Altoona, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of narcotics trafficking related to a six-month Title III wiretap investigation into drug trafficking in and around Blair, Cambria, Centre, and Clearfield counties, United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan announced today.
Tonya Settlemyer, 39, pleaded guilty to one count o more
Rep. Underwood Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Oversight of Veterans Care Signed Into Law
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
Representatives Lauren Underwood (IL-14), Steve Womack (AR-03), Chris Pappas (NH-01), and Dave Joyce (OH-14), are celebrating the passage of their legislation to strengthen oversight and accountability at the U.S. Department of Veterans of Affairs (VA). The bill, Underwood's 19th piece of legislation to become law, was signed by President Biden on January 2, 2025.
Underwood's VA Office of Inspector Gen more
U.S. Attorney for D.C.: Former Federal Government Employee and Co-Conspirator Plead Guilty to Hobbs Act Extortion
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia issued the following news release on Jan. 13, 2025:
Ruth Nivar, 57, a former D.C. Department of Human Services employee, pleaded guilty today in U.S. District Court to one count of Hobbs Act extortion under color of official right and to one count of conspiracy to commit Hobbs Act extortion under color of official right.
The plea was announced by U.S. Attorney Matthews M. Graves, FBI Office Special Agent in Cha more
U.S. Attorney for D.C.: Non-Profit Jewish Voice for Peace to Pay $677,634 to Resolve PPP Fraud Allegations
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia issued the following news release:
A Jewish Voice for Peace, Inc., a Washington, D.C., based nonprofit organization, has agreed to pay $677,634 to settle allegations that the organization violated the False Claims Act when it applied for and received a $338,817 second-draw loan under the Paycheck Protection Act Program of the CARES Act Disaster Relief Program, and when it further applied for and was granted forg more
VA IG: Healthcare Facility Inspection of the VA Chillicothe Healthcare System in Ohio
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Veterans Affairs Inspector General issued the following 52-page report (No. 24-00550-32) on Jan. 8, 2025, entitled "Healthcare Facility Inspection of the VA Chillicothe Healthcare System in Ohio."
Here are excerpts:
Executive Summary
The Office of Inspector General's (OIG's) mission is to serve veterans and the public by conducting meaningful independent oversight of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Furthering that mission, and building on prior eva more
VA IG: Healthcare Facility Inspection of the VA Western New York Healthcare System in Buffalo
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Veterans Affairs Inspector General issued the following 51-page report (No. 24-00597-22) on Jan. 8, 2025, entitled "Healthcare Facility Inspection of the VA Western New York Healthcare System in Buffalo."
Here are excerpts:
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Executive Summary
The Office of Inspector General's (OIG's) mission is to serve veterans and the public by conducting meaningful independent oversight of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Furthering that mission, and buildi more
VA IG: Improvement in the Patient Safety Program With Continued Opportunities to Strengthen Veterans Integrated Service Network 7 Oversight at the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center in Alabama
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Veterans Affairs Inspector General issued the following 39-page report (No. 24-01623-30) on Dec. 19, 2024, entitled "Improvement in the Patient Safety Program with Continued Opportunities to Strengthen Veterans Integrated Service Network 7 Oversight at the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center in Alabama."
Here are excerpts:
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Executive Summary
The VA Office of Inspector General (OIG) conducted a follow-up healthcare inspection at the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Cent more
VA IG: Inspection of Pacific District 5 Vet Center Operations
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSrep) -- The Veterans Affairs Inspector General issued the following 45-page report (No. 24-00390-41) on Jan. 8, 2025, entitled "Inspection of Pacific District 5 Vet Center Operations."
Here are excerpts:
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Report Overview
The purpose of the VA Office of Inspector General (OIG) Vet Center Inspection Program (VCIP) is to provide a focused evaluation of organizational risk and the quality of care delivered at vet centers. Vet centers are community-based clinics that more
Young, Ernst Introduce Legislation to Recover Billions in COVID Relief Fraud
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Sen. Todd Young, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) recently introduced the Complete COVID Collections Act to ensure that billions of stolen taxpayer dollars can continue to be recovered.
The Small Business Administration (SBA) created COVID relief programs to help small businesses, but unfortunately, many of these programs were taken advantage of by bad actors. The Complete COVID Collections Act woul more
Commerce IG Issues Memorandum on Audit of National Weather Service Radar Next Program
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 (TNSrep) -- The Commerce Inspector General issued the following memorandum on Dec. 20, 2024, entitled "Audit of National Weather Service Radar Next Program:"
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MEMORANDUM FOR: Richard W. Spinrad, Ph.D., Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and NOAA Administrator, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
FROM: Frederick J. Meny, Jr., Assistant Inspector General for Audit and Evaluation
SUBJECT: Audit of National Weather Service Radar Next Progr more
Congressional Research Service: 'Tribal Self-Determination Authorities - Overview & Issues for Congress' (Part 1 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48256) on Jan. 10, 2025, entitled "Tribal Self-Determination Authorities: Overview and Issues for Congress."
The report is written by natural resources policy specialist Mariel J. Murray, education policy specialist Cassandria Dortch and health services specialist Elayne J. Heisler.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Congress has broad authority over issues relating to federally recognized Tr more
Congressional Research Service: 'Tribal Self-Determination Authorities - Overview & Issues for Congress' (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48256) on Jan. 10, 2025, entitled "Tribal Self-Determination Authorities - Overview and Issues for Congress:"
(Continued from Part 2 of 3)
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Tribal Capacity
Tribal entities may choose different agreement options authorized by the different ISDEAA titles depending on their capacity and interests. Tribal capacity to administer federal programs is a key factor that can affect a Tribe's decis more
DOD IG: Audit of Cost Increases, Schedule Delays of Army Military Construction Projects Managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Report No. DODIG-2025-057
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- The U.S. Department of Defense Office of the Inspector General issued the following news release on Jan. 13, 2025:
Audit
Inspector General Robert P. Storch announced today that the Department of Defense Office of Inspector General (DoD OIG) released the "Audit of Cost Increases and Schedule Delays of Army Military Construction Projects Managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers." This audit aimed to determine why the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) had cost increas more
Ernst Continues Pursuit of COVID Fraudsters
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
With the Special Inspector General for Pandemic Recovery (SIGPR) warning its authority is expiring, U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship Chair Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) took swift action to ensure it will be able to continue to track down criminals who stole COVID relief designed for small businesses.
She led several of her Republican colleagues in introducing the Complete COVID Collections A more
NIH-funded study finds cases of ME/CFS increase following SARS-CoV-2
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General issued the following news release:
What
New findings from the National Institutes of Health's (NIH) Researching COVID to Enhance Recovery ( RECOVER (link is external) ) Initiative suggest that infection with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, may be associated with an increase in the number of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) cases. According to the results, more
Rep. Strong Leads Resolution Recognizing Anniversary of Space Command Preferred Headquarters Announcement
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Rep. Dale W. Strong, R-Alabama, issued the following news release:
Today, Representative Dale Strong (AL-05) led the introduction of a bicameral resolution recognizing the 4th anniversary of Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama being named the preferred location of U.S. Space Command (USSPACECOM) headquarters.
"I've said it before and I'll say it again: Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, is the best possible location for U.S. Space Command. This isn't an opinio more
Sens. Ossoff, Blackburn Again Press FBI to Strengthen Investigations of Child Sex Abuse and Exploitation
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Georgia, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Jon Ossoff and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) are again pressing the FBI to strengthen their investigations into child sexual abuse and exploitation.
Today, Sens. Ossoff and Blackburn launched a bipartisan inquiry with U.S. Attorney General (AG) Merrick Garland and FBI Director Christopher Wray, urging them to address chronic understaffing in positions aimed at addressing reported child sexual abuse more
Tuberville Leads with Strong, Britt in Push to Permanently Locate SPACECOM in Huntsville
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Alabama, issued the following news release:
Today marks four years since Redstone Arsenal was selected as best location for U.S. Space Command
U.S. Senator Tuberville (R-AL) led with U.S. Representative Dale Strong (R-AL-05) and U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) in introducing a resolution honoring today as the fourth anniversary of the U.S. Secretary of the Air Force naming Redstone Arsenal as the best place for U.S. Space Command (SPACECOM). Unfo more
Journalism Tipoffs from TNS
Freelance science writer shares pros of writing for research institutions, universities
COLUMBIA, Missouri, Jan. 24 [Category: Media]-- The Association of Health Care Journalists issued the following news:
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Freelance science writer shares pros of writing for research institutions, universities
Partway through her doctorate program, now freelance writer Rachel Tompa, Ph.D., started to rethink her future as a scientist. "I realized that I really loved learning about science, I love the discovery aspect, but it turns out discoveries don't happen every day or even every year," more
Serbia: full support to journalists on strike to defend public interest
BRUSSELS, Belgium, Jan. 24 -- The European Federation of Journalists issued the following news:
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Serbia: full support to journalists on strike to defend public interest
The European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) today gave its full support to the Serbian journalists' organisations which have called for a general strike to take part in the action of "general civil disobedience" organised by Serbian students following the tragic accident at the Novi Sad train station, killing 15 people. more
