Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Texas Newsletter for Sunday June 23, 2024 ( 38 items ) |
AppsFlyer Applauded by Frost & Sullivan for Offering Competitive Strategies for Marketing Success With AI-Driven Insights With Its Data Collaboration Platform and Creative Optimization
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, June 19 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services across multiple industries, issued the following news release:
Recently Frost & Sullivan assessed the digital advertising AI industry and based on its analysis, recognized AppsFlyer with the 2024 Asia-Pacific Competitive Strategy Leadership Award. As a marketing measurement, attribution, and data analytics provider, AppsFlyer empowers clients
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ASTM International Honors Steve Howell With Prestigious Eagle Award
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, June 20 -- Clean Fuels Alliance America issued the following news release on June 19, 2024:
Clean Fuels Alliance America proudly announces that Steve Howell, MARC-IV (M4) Consulting, was honored with the prestigious Eagle Award at the semi-annual ASTM International D02 Committee meetings in Austin, Texas this week. The Eagle Award honors sustained multiple and significant contributions to the standardization process in ASTM D02 Committee and subcommittees. Howell has s
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Austin-Area Students Get First-Hand Look at Veterinary Medicine From 'Critter Fixers', American Veterinary Medical Association at 'Vet for a Day'
AUSTIN, Texas, June 19 -- The American Veterinary Medical Association issued the following news release:
Students at Austin's Juan P. Navarro Early College High School will get a chance to explore careers in veterinary medicine with the stars of National Geographic's 'Critter Fixers' program and veterinarians attending the American Veterinary Medical Association's annual Convention.
During the event from 10am-2pm Monday, June 24, Dr. Terrence Ferguson and Dr. Vernard Hodges of 'Critter Fixers,
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AVMA, The Street Dog Coalition Partner to Help Pets of People Experiencing Homelessness in Austin
AUSTIN, Texas, June 18 -- The American Veterinary Medical Association issued the following news release:
For people experiencing homelessness, providing their beloved pets with the medical care, nutrition and comfort they need and deserve can be a real challenge.
To help meet the needs of animals and their pet parents, every year at the American Veterinary Medical Association's annual Convention - held this year in Austin - AVMA member veterinarians and other volunteers will partner with The S
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CAIR-Texas Calls on UT Austin to Follow Normal Disciplinary Procedure in Probe of Anti-Genocide Protests
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations issued the following news release on June 18, 2024:
The Texas chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Texas) today called University of Texas-Austin Dean of Students Office to follow the university's standard disciplinary procedure in its investigation of April anti-genocide, student-led protests on campus.
That request came after a number of students received a letter that lists accusatory questions allegedly
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Chronic high blood pressure during pregnancy doubled between 2008 and 2021 in the U.S.
DALLAS, Texas, June 17 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association issued the following news release:
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The number of individuals in the United States who had chronic hypertension or chronic high blood pressure during pregnancy doubled between 2008 and 2021, according to a nationwide review of private health insurance claims.
Treatment rates for chronic hypertension during pregnancy remained relatively low but stable during the same time, with only about 60% o
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GAMA Announces 2024 Aviation Design Challenge Winners
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- The General Aviation Manufacturers Association issued the following news release on June 17, 2024:
Today, the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) announced that the team from Raisbeck Aviation High School in Tukwila, Washington, is the winner of the 2024 GAMA Aviation Design Challenge. The team from Porter High School in Porter, Texas, was awarded second place and the team from Gonzaga College High School in Washington D.C. was awarded third place.
"Once ag
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GARZA MARTINEZ, ACLU OF TEXAS, AND ACLU FIGHT TO HOLD GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABLE FOR UNLAWFUL PROSECUTION OF SOUTH TEXAS' LIZELLE GONZALEZ
MCALLEN, Texas, June 20 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Texas issued the following news release on June 18, 2024:
The American Civil Liberties Union, ACLU of Texas, and Texas-based firm Garza Martinez filed an opposition to a motion to dismiss today in a case challenging the unlawful investigation and prosecution of Lizelle Gonzalez, who was arrested, jailed, and unlawfully charged with murder after a medication abortion she had in 2022.
Texas law clearly prohibits the criminal prosec
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Garza Martinez, ACLU, and ACLU of Texas Fight to Hold Government Accountable for Unlawful Prosecution of South Texas' Lizelle Gonzalez
MCALLEN, Texas, June 19 -- 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 on June 18, 2024:
The American Civil Liberties Union, ACLU of Texas, and Texas-based firm Garza Martinez filed an opposition to a motion to dismiss today in a case challenging the unlawful investigation and prosecution of Lizelle Gonzalez, who was arrested, jaile
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HACU Applauds Biden-Harris Administration for Streamlining Legal Status for Dreamers and Mixed-Status Households
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, June 18 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities issued the following news release:
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities applauds the Biden-Harris Administration's recent actions aimed at providing protections to Dreamers and mixed-status households. The announcement offers eligible Dreamers the opportunity to gain legal status, fill critical workforce needs, and continue to contribute their talents in the U.S.
The anno
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HACU appoints DoctoreX executive director to expand Hispanic representation in medicine
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, June 19 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities issued the following news release:
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities has announced the appointment of Ricardo Del Castillo Lupio, M.D., as the executive director of DoctoreX, a new program designed to address the underrepresentation of Hispanics in medicine through domestic and international collaborations.
"The DoctoreX program is a necessary step for providing acces
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HACU recognized by California Legislature
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, June 20 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities issued the following news release:
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities' President and CEO Antonio R. Flores and HACU's Western Regional Office were recognized for representing Hispanic-Serving Institutions by the California Legislature on , in Sacramento, California. Assemblymember Eloise Gomez Reyes made the introduction to members of the California Assembly during their
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HACU signs MOU with the Embassy of Mexico
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, June 17 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities issued the following news release:
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities signed a memorandum of understanding on June 14, 2024, with the Embassy of Mexico at their D.C. embassy to develop scientific and educational ties, and advance the strategic economic priorities shared between the United States. and Mexico through academic institutions and other organizations. HACU Pres
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Hot enough for ya? It may be too hot for your heart health!
DALLAS, Texas, June 20 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association issued the following news release:
It's only the first day of summer and record high temperatures are already being reported across much of the U.S. That's prompted the American Heart Association, celebrating a century of lifesaving service as the world's leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, to issue important warnings about taking extra precautions to stay safe in extremely hi
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How to Structure a Product-Led News Organisation Focus of New INMA Report
DALLAS, Texas, June 21 (TNSres) -- The International News Media Association issued the following news release on June 20, 2024:
How to structure a product-led news organisation is the focus of a new report released today by the International News Media Association (INMA).
"How Product-Led News Organisations Are Structured" is arrranged into two parts:
* Part one looks at dependencies and how product works with different departments.
* Part two digs into organisation structures and processes
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Lightning Caused $1.2 Billion in US Homeowners Claim Payouts in 2023
NEW YORK, June 19 (TNSres) -- The Insurance Information Institute issued the following news release:
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Severity Trends Upward for the Year
Florida, Georgia, Texas and California Continue to Lead States for Lightning Losses
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More than $1.2 billion in lightning-caused U.S. homeowners insurance claims were paid out in 2023 to more than 70,000 policyholders, with $194 million attributable to Texas alone, according to the Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I).
Based on national in
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MADD Statement on Justin Timberlake's Alleged Arrest for Driving While Intoxicated
IRVING, Texas, June 19 -- Mothers Against Drunk Driving issued the following statement on June 18, 2024:
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Regarding the incident involving Justin Timberlake and the allegations of his arrest for driving while intoxicated, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) emphasizes its commitment to the prevention of impaired driving and the protection of innocent lives. We are grateful that in this instance, it appears no one was injured or killed.
It is crucial to underline that choosing to drive
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Meet the 2024 AANP International Advanced Practice Nurse Ambassadors
AUSTIN, Texas, June 21 (TNSres) -- The American Association of Nurse Practitioners issued the following news:
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Nursing leaders from countries with emerging advanced practice nursing roles will receive scholarships to attend the 2024 AANP National Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.
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The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) is pleased to announce three advanced practice nurses (APNs) have been selected as 2024 AANP International APN Ambassadors. These exceptional nurse
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National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Announces $7.4 Million in Third Round of Grants Made through the Southern Plains Grassland Program
WASHINGTON, June 20 [Category: Environment] -- The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation issued the following news release:
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) today announced $7.4 million in grants to improve grassland health, support biodiversity and increase resilience in Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. The 15 grants awarded will generate more than $9.7 million in matching contributions for a total conservation impact of $17.1 million.
The grants wer
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New initiative aims to help tens of thousands with recurrent pericarditis
DALLAS, Texas, June 17 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association issued the following news release:
About 40,000 people in the United States experience recurrent pericarditis, or inflammation of the sac-like structure that protects the heart, which can cause chest pain and may lead to fluid buildup around the heart muscle.
The American Heart Association, celebrating 100 years of lifesaving service in 2024, is launching a three-year initiative to empower patients and equip heal
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NFF Proudly Announces 2024 Team of Distinction
IRVING, Texas, June 19 -- The National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame issued the following news release on June 18, 2024:
From a pool of 3,500 scholar-athletes identified by a nationwide Chapter Network, the National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame (NFF) announced today the 84 members of the 2024 NFF Team of Distinction. As part of its mission to promote the scholar-athlete ideal, the initiative allows the NFF to honor the top high school scholar- athletes from around t
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NFL's Baltimore Ravens add lifesavers to the chain of survival
DALLAS, Texas, June 18 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association issued the following news release:
BALTIMOREMore than 40 Baltimore area youth sports league coaches and administrators are now prepared to save a life should they ever face a cardiac emergency. The American Heart Association and the National Football League's Baltimore Ravens brought cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) training to the Under Armour Performance Center in Owi
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On Juneteenth, We Recommit to the Fight to Abolish Slavery in the U.S. in All Forms, Once and For All
NEW YORK, June 20 -- The Center for Constitutional Rights issued the following statement on June 19, 2024:
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In recognition of Juneteenth, the Center for Constitutional Rights released the following statement:
Today we commemorate the end of chattel slavery 159 years ago and recommit to the struggle for Black liberation. Celebrated in Black communities since the first anniversary, Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, and enforced the Emancipati
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Proposals to Speak at the ELFA Annual Convention Due July 17
WASHINGTON, June 22 -- The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association issued the following news release on June 21, 2024:
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association today announced the Call for Presentations for the 2024 ELFA Annual Convention. Proposals to speak at the event, which is the largest annual gathering of equipment finance professionals, are due Wednesday, July 17. The Annual Convention will take place Oct. 27-29 at the JW Marriott Downtown Austin in Austin, Texas
New this year,
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RENTS RISE AS HOUSTON RENTAL MARKET HEATS UP IN MAY
HOUSTON, Texas, June 20 -- The Houston Association of Realtors issued the following news release:
Houston's rental market continued its upward trend in May, with consistent demand pushing rents and leasing activity higher.
According to the Houston Association of Realtors' (HAR) May 2024 Rental Market Update, leased listings grew 6.7 percent year-over-year to 4,262. The average rent price climbed 3.8 percent to $2,345. This ties the second-highest average rent price recorded in August 2023.
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Right On Crime Writes Letter of Support for H.R. 8672 - The Count the Crimes to Cut Act of 2024
WASHINGTON, June 20 -- Right on Crime, a national campaign of the Texas Public Policy Foundation that supports conservative solutions for reducing crime, restoring victims, reforming offenders and lowering taxpayer costs, issued the following news release:
Right On Crime sent a letter of support to U.S. lawmakers applauding the proposed policies of H.R. 8672, the Count the Crimes to Cut Act of 2024. This bi-partisan legislation would mandate collaboration between the Attorney General and federa
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Risk & Insurance Education Alliance Wins Business Insurance 2024 Innovation Award
AUSTIN, Texas, June 22 -- The Risk and Insurance Education Alliance (formerly the National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research) issued the following news release:
The Risk & Insurance Education Alliance, formerly known as the National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research, is proud to announce it has been honored with a Business Insurance 2024 Innovation Award. This prestigious recognition highlights the Alliance's exceptional work in developing AlliBot, a cutting-edge artificia
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Ruby Perry Named as Recipient of AVMA's Frederick Douglass Patterson Award
AUSTIN, Texas, June 19 -- The American Veterinary Medical Association issued the following news release on June 18, 2024:
Dr. Ruby L. Perry, Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Tuskegee University, is the 2024 recipient of the AVMA Frederick Douglass Patterson Lifetime Achievement Award for her distinguished leadership in advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion throughout the veterinary profession, the AVMA announced today.
"As your nomination was discussed by our Board of Directo
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Susan G. Komen Warns of Dire Impact From Braidwood Management, Inc. Et Al. V. Xavier Becerra Et Al. Ruling That Will Force Costs of Preventive Care Onto Millions
DALLAS, Texas, June 22 (TNSres) -- Susan G. Komen, an organization that says it addresses breast cancer on fronts such as research, community health, global outreach and public policy initiatives, issued the following news on June 21, 2024:
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Ruling Threatens Vital Breast Cancer Screening and Preventive Services for Millions of Americans
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Susan G. Komen(R), the world's leading breast cancer organization, today expressed serious concerns about a ruling from the Fifth Circuit Court of
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Susan G. Komen: Statement on the Kansas State Employees Health Care Commission's Decision to Increase Access to Breast Imaging
DALLAS, Texas, June 21 -- Susan G. Komen, an organization that says it addresses breast cancer on fronts such as research, community health, global outreach and public policy initiatives, issued the following agency statement on June 20, 2024:
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Susan G. Komen(R), the world's leading breast cancer organization, today issued the following statement on recent action taken by the Kansas State Employees Health Care Commission (HCC). Earlier this month, the HCC voted unanimously to eliminate th
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SwRI BREAKS GROUND ON A NEW HYPERSONIC ENGINE RESEARCH FACILITY
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, June 18 (TNSres) -- Southwest Research Institute issued the following news release on June 17, 2024:
Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) today celebrated the groundbreaking of the Center for Accelerating Materials and Processes (CAMP), a new facility that will support research and development for tomorrow's high-speed aerospace engines.
"This project will help ensure the U.S. is a leader in high-speed propulsion research and development," said Dr. Barron Bichon, director of
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TEXAS KILLS 249 DEER AMID CWD SCARE
BETHESDA, Maryland, June 18 -- The Wildlife Society, an organization that says it inspires, empowers and enables wildlife professionals to sustain wildlife populations and habitats through science-based management and conservation, issued the following news on June 17, 2024:
Texas wildlife officials have killed 249 captive white-tailed deer at a private ranch to control the state's largest known outbreak of chronic wasting disease.
"This is a task we never take lightly and that is always a las
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Texas Public Policy Foundation Announces Coalition of State-Based Think Tanks in Support of Americans' Online Privacy Rights
AUSTIN, Texas, June 18 -- The Texas Public Policy Foundation issued the following news release on June 17, 2024:
Today, the Texas Public Policy Foundation and other state-based think tanks sent a coalition letter to the U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce stating their support for the spirit of the American Privacy Rights Act of 2024.
TPPF is joined by the Roughrider Policy Center, Rhode Island Center For Freedom & Prosperity, Alabama Policy Institute, Palmetto Promise, MacIver Institu
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Texas: Judge Rejects AG's Effort To Nullify Austin's Voter-Approved Marijuana Depenalization Ordinance
WASHINGTON, June 21 [Category: Sociological] -- The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws issued the following news release:
Austin, TX: A Travis County district judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the state's Attorney General that sought to overturn the city's voter-approved marijuana depenalization ordinance.
Austin is one of several Texas cities that has approved a municipal initiative prohibiting local law enforcement from making low-level marijuana-related arrests. Vot
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The ERISA Industry Committee Urges the Texas AG to Recognize the Limits of Texas State Authority
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The ERISA Industry Committee issued the following news release on June 18, 2024:
The ERISA Industry Committee ("ERIC") yesterday submitted comments in response to a request for opinion sent to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton by Senator Charles Schwertner regarding the applicability and enforceability of two Texas state laws, HB 1763 and HB 1919, to self-funded health benefit plans governed by the federal Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 ("ERISA"). ERIC's
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The Wilson Center Commemorates the 159th Anniversary of Juneteenth
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, a policy forum for tackling global issues through independent research and open dialogue to inform actionable ideas for the policy community, issued the following news release on June 18, 2024:
Today the Wilson Center reflects on a pivotal moment in our nation's history--the day when the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom on June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancip
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TomTom Applauded by Frost & Sullivan for Helping Drivers Navigate Complex Roadway Environments With Its Detailed Orbis Maps for Automated Driving
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, June 20 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services across multiple industries, issued the following news release:
Frost & Sullivan recently assessed the automotive map industry, and based on its findings, recognizes TomTom with the 2024 Global Customer Value Leadership Award. The company is a trailblazer in developing location technology and digital mapping solutions.
Over the past three deca
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Update on Tiger Found in an Abandoned Home in Houston 5 Years Ago
MURCHISON, Texas, June 21 -- The Humane Society of the United States issued the following news release:
In February 2019, a young tiger made national headlines when he was found in a small cage inside the garage of an abandoned Houston home. For the past five years since the tiger's rescue, he has been thriving at Black Beauty Ranch, an animal sanctuary in Murchison, Texas, where the staff named him Loki. This month is Loki's seventh birthday and caregivers describe him as relaxed, mellow and e
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