ATLANTA, Georgia, May 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics - Southeast Regional Information Office issued the following report on May 13, 2025, entitled "Consumer Price Index, Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach - April 2025": * * * Area prices increased 0.3 percent over the two months and 2.2 percent over the year * * * The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) for Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach increased 0.3 percent from February  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics - Southeast Regional Information Office issued the following report on May 13, 2025, entitled "Consumer Price Index, South Region - April 2025": * * * Regional prices increased 0.3 percent in April, up 2.0 percent over the last year * * * The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the South region increased 0.3 percent in April, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today.   more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news: * * * Contracts for May 13, 2025 NAVY IAP World Services Inc., Cape Canaveral, Florida, is awarded a $58,152,355 indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity base operations support contract for services at Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Crete, Greece. Work will be performed at Souda Bay, Greece, and will be completed by June 2034. The maximum dollar value, including the base period and eight option periods, is $5  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Diaz-Balart, Espaillat Reintroduce Bipartisan Secure E-Waste Export and Recycling Act WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representatives Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL-26) and Adriano Espaillat (D-NY-13) reintroduced the Secure E-Waste Export and Recycling Act (SEERA) (link is external) to strengthen U.S. national security by halting the export of electronic waste to high-risk foreign entities. The bill would curb th  more

WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, May 14 -- The South Florida Water Management District issued the following news on May 13, 2025: * * * DYK: Explore the District's Real-Time Weather Tools The South Florida Water Management District (District) uses state-of-the-art weather tools to guide important water management decisions that safeguard and restore our water resources and ecosystems, protect communities from flooding and meet the region's water needs. DID YOU KNOW: The public can access many of th  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * EEOC Wins $405,083 Jury Verdict Against St. Petersburg Senior Living Facility Decision Settles Federal Charges Against Facility for Refusing to Accommodate a Veteran with PTSD During Hiring Process TAMPA, Fla. - A federal jury awarded $405,083 to a veteran in a disability discrimination case against a St. Petersburg, Fla. senior living facility and its operating companies, the U.S. Equ  more

WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Mike Ezell, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release: * * * Ezell, Carter, Letlow Introduce Bipartisan Safer Shrimp Imports Act Legislation to Protect Consumers and Support American Seafood Industry Representatives Mike Ezell (MS-04), Julia Letlow (LA-05), and Troy Carter (LA-02) today introduced the Safer Shrimp Imports Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at tightening federal inspection standards for imported shrimp and protecting American consumers and domestic  more

WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Mike Ezell, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release: * * * Ezell, Nehls, Rutherford Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Supporting America's Law Enforcement Professionals Congressmen Mike Ezell (MS-04), Troy Nehls (TX-22), and John Rutherford (FL-05) have introduced a bipartisan concurrent resolution in the House expressing strong support for America's law enforcement professionals. Original co-sponsors of the resolution are representatives Barry Moore (AL-01)  more

WASHINGTON, May 14 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has officially renamed the Gulf of Mexico High and Gulf of Mexico Low offshore airspace areas to the Gulf of America High and Gulf of America Low, respectively. This administrative change aligns with Executive Order (E.O.) 14172, titled Restoring Names That Honor American Greatness, which was signed on January 20, 2025. The FAA has confirmed that the change will not impact the airspace boun  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46736) on May 12, 2025, entitled "Stepping In - The FCC's Authority to Preempt State Laws Under the Communications Act:" (Continued from Part 2 of 3) * * * Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Similar to its approach to internet access itself, the FCC has taken a hands-off approach to regulating internet enabled communications - most notably VoIP, which enables users to make voice calls using the inter  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Army Corps of Engineers, emphasizing the need for a clear and certain definition of "waters of the United States." In a letter signed by Secretary Alexis A. Lambert, the DEP acknowledged the agencies' commitment to clarifying the definition following the Supreme Court's Sackett decision. The letter highlights Florida's extensive experien  more

PATUXENT RIVER, Maryland, May 13 -- The U.S. Naval Air Systems Command issued the following news release: * * * Fleet Readiness Center Southeast establishes new T-45 repair capability In November 2024, Fleet Readiness Center Southeast (FRCSE) stood up repair capability for a T-45 Goshawk service life extension program (SLEP) production line supporting the Naval Undergraduate Flight Training Systems Program Office (PMA-273). FRCSE expects the first SLEP wing swap and full aircraft SLEP in Ju  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The Florida Freedmen Advocacy Center (FLFAC) is calling on the U.S. Census Bureau to adopt two new codes for the American Community Survey and the 2030 Census to provide more specific data on foundational Black American populations. In a letter to the federal agency, FLFAC strongly supported Unity4OurCommunity's proposal for the codes "3020 - BAND ('Black American Negro Descendant'), and 3025 - AMERICAN NEGRO." Ciara Cosby, President and CEO of FLFAC, stated in the letter   more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Buchanan Argues for Tax Cuts in "One Big, Beautiful Bill" in Latest Op-Ed Published Ahead of Committee Markup to Cut Taxes for Working Families, Seniors, Farmers and Small Businesses WASHINGTON -- Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, penned an op-ed in the Sarasota Herald Tribune calling on Congress to pass the Republican tax package to preve  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: CONGRESSIONAL REPUBLICANS AND PRESIDENT TRUMP UNVEIL THEIR PLAN TO TRADE AWAY AMERICANS' HEALTH COVERAGE FOR TAX CUT FOR THE WEALTHY TAMPA, FL -- Before heading back to Washington, D.C., where her Republican Energy and Commerce colleagues plan to rip health care away from millions of Americans and make life more expensive for everyone to fund tax breaks for the wealthy, Castor stood with local   more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. W. Greg Steube, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: U.S. Rep. Greg Steube Congratulates FL-17 Students Appointed to U.S. Military Academies SARASOTA -- In case you missed it, U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) on Friday congratulated nine students from Florida's 17th Congressional District who have received appointments to U.S. Service Academies following his nomination process in December. "These exceptional young men and women have c  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Jared Moskowitz, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Moskowitz Calls for Up or Down Vote to Protect Medicaid and Food Assistance Programs WASHINGTON, DC -- Congressman Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23) signed a discharge petition to force a Congressional vote on protecting Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) from harmful cuts sought by the House Republican majority. If signed by a majority of members, the measure would specifica  more

WASHINGTON, May 14 -- The National Science Foundation issued the following news release: * * * Preparing science educators to use and teach AI in the classroom Researchers use fossil shark teeth to excite middle school teachers and students about artificial intelligence An interdisciplinary team of researchers funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation has created a teacher-driven curriculum called Shark AI. This optional online program introduces Florida middle school teachers and stude  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * NEWS: Sen. Schiff Urges Trump Administration to Reverse Closure of NOAA Database Program Tracking Cost of Extreme Weather Events Elimination of this database undermines transparency, hinders ability of taxpayers, policymakers, and businesses to track impacts of natural disasters and plan for future extreme weather events Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) wrote to Secret  more

WASHINGTON, May 14 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has announced the issuance of Letters of Confirmation (LOCs) under the General Authorization for Scientific Research to a wide range of researchers and institutions conducting studies on marine mammals in U.S. coastal and offshore environments. These permits, authorized under the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972, allow for Level B harassment through non-invasive scientific activiti  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10713) on May 12, 2025, by education policy specialist Rebecca R. Skinner and research assistant Isobel Sorenson: * * * School choice generally refers to the opportunity for parents to select an elementary or secondary school for their child that differs from the assigned school that the child would otherwise attend based on where the family lives. School choice programs are often divided   more

WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Raskin, Nadler, Schneider to President Trump: Ed Martin Is Unfit to Serve in Any Capacity in Federal Government Specter of Antisemitism Follows Scandal-Ridden Martin into New Role at Trump DOJ after D.C. U.S. Attorney Bid Fails Washington, D.C. (May 13, 2025)--Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Committee on the  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Gus M. Bilirakis, R-Florida, posted the following statement in the extensions of remarks section of the Congressional Record on May 5, 2025: * * * Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Coast Guard Auxiliary Clearwater Flotilla 11-1's 75th Anniversary. The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary was established by Congress to support the Coast Guard with its boat safety mission. Clearwater Flotilla 11-1's service to the Clearwater area predates the Coast Guard's presence in the c  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Laurel Lee, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Laurel Lee Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Prison Phone Smuggling Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Laurel Lee (FL-15) introduced the Lieutenant Osvaldo Albarati Stopping Prison Contraband Act to combat the growing threat posed by illegal cell phones in federal prisons. The bill would make it a felony to smuggle a cell phone into a correctional facility, strengthen deterrence against future   more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Mike Collins, R-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Mike Collins Leads Letter Calling for the Department of Justice to Establish a Task Force on Staged Accident Fraud Washington, DC - Representative Mike Collins (GA-10) led a letter today to Attorney General Pam Bondi requesting the establishment of a specialized task force dedicated to investigating and prosecuting staged accident fraud. "Criminal elements are launching an assault against Ameri  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Darren Soto, D-Florida, posted the following statement in the extensions of remarks section of the Congressional Record on May 5, 2025: * * * Mr. Speaker, Bob Wesley was born in Marietta, Georgia, in 1953 to Martha "Pete" Wesley and Frank Wesley. Bob was the middle son among six siblings and was always different and quick-witted. As a child who stood head and shoulders above other kindergartners, he immediately befriended the shortest kid in class. He convinced his   more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release on May 12, 2025: * * * Scalise: Reconciliation Will Help Struggling Families JEFFERSON, La. --Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined CNBC's Squawk Box to discuss bringing permanency to the tax code and passing President Trump's agenda through the reconciliation package. Leader Scalise outlined how unleashing energy production, securing the border, and cutting wasteful spending would hel  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Rick Scott Introduces Permitting Transparency and Accountability Act to Streamline Permitting Processes WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Senator Rick Scott led a group of colleagues to introduce the Permitting Transparency and Accountability Act to require all U.S. agencies issuing permits to create a page on their website for permit applicants to track the status of their permit application, along with   more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Rick Scott Spearheads Bill to Remove Communist Chinese Spies from American Universities WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Senator Rick Scott, joined by Senators Ted Budd and Ted Cruz, announced the reintroduction of the DHS Restrictions on Confucius Institutes and Chinese Entities of Concern Act. This legislation will prevent Department of Homeland Security (DHS) grants from being awarded to American univ  more

WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Darren Soto, D-Florida, issued the following news release on May 13, 2025: * * * Soto Delivers Opening Remarks During Energy & Commerce Full Committee Markup of Budget Reconciliation Text WASHINGTON, D.C.--Today, during the House Energy & Commerce Full Committee Markup of Budget Reconciliation Text, Congressman Darren Soto (FL-09) spoke against cuts to Medicaid, including KidCare and nursing home care. In Florida's Ninth Congressional District, over 158,000 constitu  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. W. Greg Steube, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Rep. Greg Steube Announces Veterans History Project Interview Featuring Musician Third Class Dennis White, United States Navy View the Video Here. SARASOTA - U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) today released the latest installment of the Veterans History Project Series, featuring Musician Third Class Dennis White, United States Navy. A lifelong musician and the recipient of the John Phi  more