Thursday - March 19, 2026
Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Texas Newsletter for Thursday March 05, 2026 ( 79 items )  

'I never dreamed I'd see it': UK Astronaut Scholar conducts research in Madagascar
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, March 4 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news: * * * 'I never dreamed I'd see it': UK Astronaut Scholar conducts research in Madagascar * When she was a child, Jaesylin Stephens, a senior biology major in the University of Kentucky College of Arts and Sciences, saw nature documentaries on Madagascar. She never imagined, though, that she would one day visit the east African county. "I never dreamed I'd get to see it with my own eyes," Stephens said. "I  more

2026 Diploma Dash 5K advances student scholarships at UT San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, March 4 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * 2026 Diploma Dash 5K advances student scholarships at UT San Antonio * More than 1,800 participants, both in-person and virtually, came together at the 41 st annual Diploma Dash 5K, presented by North Park Subaru, to help break barriers and expand access to higher education for all Roadrunners. The annual event raised over $100,000 in support of the UT San Antonio Alumni Association Scholars  more

A promising potential therapeutic strategy for Rett syndrome
HOUSTON, Texas, March 4 -- The Baylor College of Medicine posted the following news: * * * A promising potential therapeutic strategy for Rett syndrome * A team of researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and the Duncan Neurological Research Institute (Duncan NRI) at Texas Children's Hospital reports in Science Translational Medicine a potential new approach to treat Rett syndrome. "Rett syndrome is a rare genetic neurodevelopmental condition that causes a regression in development, typic  more

AFP-Texas Celebrates State House Primary Victories of Endorsed Candidates
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 4 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-Texas Celebrates State House Primary Victories of Endorsed Candidates * Mar 4, 2026 by AFP AUSTIN, TX - Americans for Prosperity-Texas (AFP-TX) today celebrated the wins of five policy champions in their primary races for the state House: Angelia Orr (HD 13), Will Metcalf (HD 16), Terry Leo-Wilson (HD 23), Candy Noble (HD 89), and Morgan Meyer (HD 108). The victo  more

Aggie Muster Committee announces 2026 Campus Muster speaker
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, March 4 -- Texas A&M University posted the following news: * * * Aggie Muster Committee announces 2026 Campus Muster speaker * The Aggie Muster Committee has announced retired U.S. Marine Corps Col. Michael D. Reilly '94, as the keynote speaker for the 2026 Campus Muster Ceremony that will take place on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 7 p.m. in Reed Arena. Aggie Muster is a Texas A&M University tradition in which Aggies worldwide gather to remember their time at Texas A  more

AgriLife Research Brahman program at Overton named Breeder of the Year
AUSTIN, Texas, March 4 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * AgriLife Research Brahman program at Overton named Breeder of the Year * The Texas A&M AgriLife Research Brahman program at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center in Overton has been named the American Brahman Breeders Association, ABBA, 2025 Performance Breeder of the Year. The recognition underscores the center's  more

American Oversight Sues for CBP Records on Use of Force, Trainings
WASHINGTON, March 4 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- American Oversight posted the following news: * * * American Oversight Sues for CBP Records on Use of Force, Trainings * Tuesday, as Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem prepared to testify before the House Judiciary Committee, American Oversight filed suit against the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeking records related to the agency's immigration enforcement operations, its legal justification   more

Analysis shows power outages cost US electricity customers billions
OAK RIDGE, Tennessee, March 4 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory issued the following news release: * * * Analysis shows power outages cost US electricity customers billions * Researchers at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory have provided the first comprehensive analysis of the specific costs of power outages to local customers across the nation. It found that the average yearly cost of major outages topped $67 billion over the past seven   more

Biophysical Society Announces Undergraduate Poster Award Competition Winners
ROCKVILLE, Maryland, March 4 [Category: Science] -- The Biophysical Society issued the following news release: * * * Biophysical Society Announces Undergraduate Poster Award Competition Winners * BETHESDA, MD - The 10 winners of the annual Undergraduate Poster Award Competition (UPAC) were recognized at the 70 th Biophysical Society Annual Meeting Poster Awards Ceremony on February 23, 2026. After two rounds of review, judges from every career level selected these students for their outstand  more

Biophysical Society Selects Student Research Achievement Award Winners
ROCKVILLE, Maryland, March 4 [Category: Science] -- The Biophysical Society issued the following news release: * * * Biophysical Society Selects Student Research Achievement Award Winners * BETHESDA, MD - The 35 winners of the annual Student Research Achievement Awards (SRAA) were recognized at the 70th Biophysical Society Annual Meeting Awards Ceremony on February 23, 2025. These students were selected by judges from the Society's Subgroups for their outstanding presentations during the pos  more

Budd, Coons Lead Bipartisan Coalition to Reauthorize the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Sen. Ted Budd, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Budd, Coons Lead Bipartisan Coalition to Reauthorize the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom * Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senators Ted Budd (R-N.C.) and Chris Coons (D-Del.) lead a bipartisan coalition including Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Ranking Member Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), and Ted Cruz (R-Texas) in introducing legislation to reauthorize the in  more

Chancellor's Student Research Award Celebrates Next-Gen TCU Research
FORT WORTH, Texas, March 5 -- Texas Christian University issued the following news: * * * Chancellor's Student Research Award Celebrates Next-Gen TCU Research Shannon Matthews was not a researcher when she decided to pursue a master's degree in kinesiology at Texas Christian University's Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences. She was not even a kinesiologist. She was a retired high school teacher who saw a big problem: We talk to women about bone health, but most of our bone density i  more

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences faculty, staff earn honors
AUSTIN, Texas, March 4 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * College of Agriculture and Life Sciences faculty, staff earn honors * Three members of the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences have been selected to receive 2026 University-Level Distinguished Achievement Awards, presented by The Association of Former Students and Texas A&M University. Since 1955, The Association   more

Congresswoman Escobar Statement on Reported Closure of Camp East Montana
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Escobar Statement on Reported Closure of Camp East Montana * Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement in response to the Washington Post's story that Camp East Montana, the $1.24 billion immigration detention facility in El Paso, is set to close: "The Trump administration has used El Paso as ground zero for its sick, twisted immigration enforce  more

Congresswoman Escobar, Over 70 Democrats Call for Investigation of ICE, DHS Warrantless Purchases of Americans' Location Data
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Escobar, Over 70 Democrats Call for Investigation of ICE, DHS Warrantless Purchases of Americans' Location Data * Yesterday, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and over 70 Democrats, led by Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), called for a new investigation of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agencies, including Immigration and Customs Enfor  more

Cost of Living, Jobs, Immigration Are the Top Reasons Driving Texas Hispanic Primary Voters to the Polls and Fueling Turnout Surge
WASHINGTON, March 3 [Category: Sociological] -- UnidosUS posted the following news release: * * * Cost of Living, Jobs, Immigration Are the Top Reasons Driving Texas Hispanic Primary Voters to the Polls and Fueling Turnout Surge * WASHINGTON, D.C. -With all eyes on Texas as the road to the 2026 midterm elections heats up and Hispanic voter influence is felt, UnidosUS, the nation's largest Latino civil rights and advocacy organization, released today findings from a flash poll conducted among  more

DCCC Statement on Republican Runoff in Texas' 35th Congressional District
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * DCCC Statement on Republican Runoff in Texas' 35th Congressional District * Following the announcement that the Republican primary in Texas' 35th Congressional District has resulted in a runoff, DCCC spokesperson Madison Andrus released the following statement: "Texas Republicans embarked on a cynical gerrymander in a desperate attempt to save their flailing House Majority, only   more

Defenders Calls on Service to Pull Out from Habitat-Degrading Land Swap
WASHINGTON, March 4 [Category: Environment] -- The Defenders of Wildlife posted the following news release: * * * Defenders Calls on Service to Pull Out from Habitat-Degrading Land Swap * The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently outlined its proposed land deal with SpaceX that would divest hundreds of acres across two national wildlife refuges in South Texas that are among the most biologically diverse and sensitive in the United States. Defenders of Wildlife condemns the proposed deal an  more

Democratic Enthusiasm in First 2026 Primaries Signals Massive Midterm Success
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Democratic Enthusiasm in First 2026 Primaries Signals Massive Midterm Success * Democrats turned out in droves last night, significantly outpacing Republican turn-out in the first primary contests of the 2026 election cycle. Across Congressional primaries in Texas, 54% of ballots cast were for Democrats, opposed to just 45% for Republicans. In North Carolina, 59% of ballots cast   more

DEMOCRATS' DHS SHUTDOWN: BY THE NUMBERS
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Rep. Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * DEMOCRATS' DHS SHUTDOWN: BY THE NUMBERS * WASHINGTON -Thanks to the ongoing Democrat shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security, FEMA operations are disrupted following a historic season of winter storms on the East Coast, TSA agents are working another week without pay, the Secret Service is going unfunded while another armed attempt was made recently on President Trump's life, and our natio  more

DEMOCRATS' DHS SHUTDOWN: BY THE NUMBERS
WASHINGTON, March 4 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * DEMOCRATS' DHS SHUTDOWN: BY THE NUMBERS * WASHINGTON -Thanks to the ongoing Democrat shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security, FEMA operations are disrupted following a historic season of winter storms on the East Coast, TSA agents are working another week without pay, the Secret Service is going unfunded while another armed attempt was made recently on President Trump's lif  more

Educational First Steps Urges HHS to Preserve Federal Guardrails in Funding Flexibility Proposal
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Educational First Steps submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families expressing concern that a proposed rule affecting the Child Care and Development Fund could weaken stability for child care providers and limit access to care for families. In the letter, Educational First Steps noted that while the intent behind the proposed rule is commendable, there is a significant risk that increased f  more

Faculty and Staff Briefs February 2026
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, March 4 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Faculty and Staff Briefs February 2026 * Florida State University's distinguished faculty are central to the mission of the university. Faculty excellence in scholarship, research, and creative activity is critical to the quality of student learning and makes a difference in the lives of others. Throughout the year, honors and recognitions are awarded to individual faculty and staff members across ca  more

Financial Advisor Convicted Of Scheme To Defraud Professional Basketball Players
NEW YORK, March 4 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York posted the following news release: * * * Financial Advisor Convicted Of Scheme To Defraud Professional Basketball Players * United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, announced the conviction of DARRYL COHEN for defrauding three professional basketball players who were among his former financial advisory clients, following a five-week jury trial before U.S. District Judg  more

FSU researchers show increased dietary folic acid can prevent peripheral neuropathy in models of type 2 diabetes
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, March 4 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU researchers show increased dietary folic acid can prevent peripheral neuropathy in models of type 2 diabetes * Florida State University researchers have demonstrated that significantly increasing dietary folic acid in mice can prevent peripheral neuropathy, a condition commonly associated with diabetes and other health issues. The research, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of   more

Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Severe Weather Threat
AUSTIN, Texas, March 4 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Severe Weather Threat * Governor Greg Abbott today announced that he directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of a severe weather threat expected to impact portions of Texas beginning today and continuing through the weekend. "Texas stands ready to deploy all  more

Governor Abbott Notifies Texans Of Safety Resources Amid Iranian Military Action
AUSTIN, Texas, March 4 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Notifies Texans Of Safety Resources Amid Iranian Military Action * Governor Greg Abbott today notified Texans at home and abroad of safety protocols and resources in response to military actions in the Middle East that pose a threat to American civilians. Americans worldwide, and especially in the Middle East should follow the guidance in the latest security alerts issued by the near  more

House Ethics Committee Leaders Issue Statement Regarding Rep. Gonzales
WASHINGTON, March 5 -- Rep. Michael Guest, R-Mississippi, and Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, D-California, chairman and ranking member, of the House Ethics Committee, issued the following statement on March 4, 2026, regarding Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas: * * * Pursuant to Committee Rule 7, the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Committee on Ethics (Committee) determined to release the following statement: In accordance with House Rule XI, clause 3, and Committee Rule 10(a)(2), the Committee voted to e  more

House Judiciary Committee Issues Report on Protection of Women in Olympic & Amateur Sports Act
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- The House Judiciary Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-497) on the Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act (H.R. 1028). The report was advanced by Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, on Feb. 17, 2026. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose and Summary H.R. 1028, the Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act of 2026, introduced by Rep. Greg Steube (R-FL), would amend the charter of the U.S. Olympic Committee to define "male" and "female," and to prohibit any  more

House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Raskin Issues Opening Statement at Hearing With Homeland Security Secretary Noem
WASHINGTON, March 5 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following opening statement on March 4, 2026, at a hearing entitled "Oversight of the Department of Homeland Security": * * * Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Hearing with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, delivered opening remarks at the full committee hearing examining Kristi Noem's fail  more

House Oversight & Government Reform Committee Hearing Wrap Up: Minn. Gov. Walz and A.G. Ellison Lied About Knowledge of Fraud and Silenced Whistleblowers
WASHINGTON, March 5 -- Rep. James Comer, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, issued the following news release on March 4, 2026: * * * Hearing Wrap Up: Minnesota Governor Walz and Attorney General Ellison Lied About Knowledge of Fraud and Silenced Whistleblowers Today, the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform held a hearing titled "Oversight of Fraud and Misuse of Federal Funds in Minnesota: Part II." The Committee is continuing to invest  more

House Small Business Committee Issues Report on Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- The House Small Business Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-498) on the Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act (H.R. 7396). The report was advanced by Rep. Roger Williams, R-Texas, on Feb. 17, 2026. Here are excerpts: * * * I. Purpose and Bill Summary II. On February 5, 2026, Rep. Sharice Davids (D-KS), Rep. Jake Ellzey (R-TX), Rep. Kelly Morrison (D-MN), and Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ), introduced H.R. 7396, the Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act. H  more

HPU speech and debate earns honors at tournament
BROWNWOOD, Texas, March 4 -- Howard Payne University posted the following news: * * * HPU speech and debate earns honors at tournament * BROWNWOOD - March 4, 2026 - Howard Payne University's Student Speaker Bureau speech and debate team competed recently at the Texas Intercollegiate Forensics Association Spring Championship tournament, held at Texas State University in San Marcos, bringing home significant awards. In his tournament debut on the HPU debate team, freshman Adriaan Lafferty, Gu  more

ICYMI: Graham Questions Secretary Noem on Sanctuary Cities & Radical Islamic Terrorism Amid Democrats' DHS Shutdown
WASHINGTON, March 3 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Graham Questions Secretary Noem on Sanctuary Cities & Radical Islamic Terrorism Amid Democrats' DHS Shutdown * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today questioned U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem regarding threats to American national security during the Senate Judiciary Committee's oversight hearing. Amid the ongoing DHS shutd  more

ICYMI: Texas AG Ken Paxton Escalates Attacks on Medication Abortion, Sues More Providers and International Aid Nonprofit
WASHINGTON, March 4 [Category: Political] -- Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly the NARAL Pro-Choice America) posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Texas AG Ken Paxton Escalates Attacks on Medication Abortion, Sues More Providers and International Aid Nonprofit * In case you missed it, last week Texas' anti-abortion extremist Attorney General Ken Paxton filed yet another lawsuit against health care providers for allegedly offering care via telehealth and prescribing and mailing  more

In Gerrymandered Race, History-Making U.S. Rep. Julie Johnson Advances to Runoff in TX-33
WASHINGTON, March 4 [Category: Political] -- The Human Rights Campaign posted the following news release: * * * In Gerrymandered Race, History-Making U.S. Rep. Julie Johnson Advances to Runoff in TX-33 * WASHINGTON -Today, the Human Rights Campaign-endorsed U.S. Rep. Julie Johnson of Texas advanced to a runoff in her bid to retain her seat in the U.S. House of Representatives despite an anti-democratic attempt by the anti-equality majority in the Texas Legislature to redraw congressional map  more

Introducing Temple's 30 Under 30 honorees for 2026
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 4 -- Temple University posted the following news: * * * Introducing Temple's 30 Under 30 honorees for 2026 These trailblazing young alumni have found real success in their careers and communities. Temple has formally introduced its annual 30 Under 30 awardees for 2026. In just a short time since graduation, these innovative Owls are revolutionizing their industries. Selected from more than 230 nominations, these honorees represent a range of fields. Those  more

KBR Awarded 10-Year Global Catalyst Supply Contract by Indorama for its Ammonia Asset Portfolio
HOUSTON, Texas, March 4 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * KBR Awarded 10-Year Global Catalyst Supply Contract by Indorama for its Ammonia Asset Portfolio * HOUSTON, March 4, 2026 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today it has been awarded a 10-year catalyst supply contract by Indorama Eleme Fertilizer & Chemicals FZE for its entire ammonia plant portfolio. This marks the first long-term c  more

KU Debate qualifies third team for National Debate Tournament
LAWRENCE, Kansas, March 4 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * KU Debate qualifies third team for National Debate Tournament * LAWRENCE -The University of Kansas Debate team of Brooklynn Hato, Overland Park, and AJ Persinger, Lawrence, have qualified for the 80 th National Debate Tournament, to take place March 26-31 in Houston. Hato and Persinger were selected as at-large qualifiers for the National Debate Tournament by the NDT Selection Committee based on their re  more

Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses Rep. Bennie Thompson for Reelection to Congress
WASHINGTON, March 4 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Government Employees issued the following news release: * * * Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses Rep. Bennie Thompson for Reelection to Congress * AFGE says Thompson is a steadfast champion for federal employees KILLEEN, Texas - The American Federation of Government Employees today announced its endorsement of Bennie Thompson for reelection to the U.S. House representing Mississippi's 2 nd Congressional Distr  more

Legendary national championship coach Lou Holtz passes away
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, March 4 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news: * * * Legendary national championship coach Lou Holtz passes away * Lou Holtz, the legendary college football coach who led the University of Notre Dame to the 1988 National Championship, has passed away at the age of 89. One of the most affable coaches of his generation, Holtz won 249 games as a collegiate head coach with 100 of those victories earned at Notre Dame from 1986 through 1996. He led the Ir  more

McCaul Speaks on House Floor Against War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * McCaul Speaks on House Floor Against War Powers Resolution * WASHINGTON - Today, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Emeritus Michael McCaul (R-Texas) took to the House floor to speak on the significance of Operation Epic Fury and urge his colleagues to oppose the War Powers Resolution.Click to watch (link is external) Full Remarks: In 1979, the Islamic Revolution began, and a dark veil   more

McSwain Theatre announces March movies and live music show
ADA, Oklahoma, March 4 -- The Chickasaw Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: * * * McSwain Theatre announces March movies and live music show * The McSwain Theatre will continue its monthly Thursday movie showcase throughout March, featuring a mix of classic films and family-friendly favorites. Movies will be screened every Thursday, with showtimes at 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets for the movie showcase are $3 for general admission, $2 for seniors  more

Media Tip Sheet: Results From Texas Senate Primary Set Tone For November Race For Texas Seat
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- George Washington University posted the following news: * * * Media Tip Sheet: Results From Texas Senate Primary Set Tone For November Race For Texas Seat * WASHINGTON (March 4, 2026) - In a closely watched event for one of the country's most consequential Senate seats, State Representative James Talarico has secured the Democratic nomination against U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett. Meanwhile, on the Republican side, Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Pa  more

National Federation of State High School Associations: Records Should Be Set in True Spirit of Athletic Competition
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 5 -- The National Federation of State High School Associations issued the following news release on March 4, 2026: * * * Records Should be Set in True Spirit of Athletic Competition The adage "records are made to be broken" has been a part of our nation's sports history for decades. Many remember Hank Aaron's 715th home run in 1974 that finally topped Babe Ruth's career mark, followed in 1995 when Cal Ripken broke Lou Gehrig's record of 2,130 consecutive games p  more

NMSU to host irrigation efficiency, soil moisture management workshop March 26
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, March 4 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NMSU to host irrigation efficiency, soil moisture management workshop March 26 * Protecting crops from challenges such as high salinity, drought and excessive heat are important to both large and small farm producers. New Mexico State University will host a free workshop to give participants new techniques to maximize irrigation efficiency. An Innovations at the Nexus of Food, Energy and  more

Padilla, Schiff Join Wyden, Espaillat, Colleagues to Call for Investigation of ICE, DHS' Warrantless Purchases of Americans' Location Data
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Padilla, Schiff Join Wyden, Espaillat, Colleagues to Call for Investigation of ICE, DHS' Warrantless Purchases of Americans' Location Data * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senators Alex Padilla, Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Immigration Subcommittee, and Adam Schiff (both D-Calif.) joined Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Representative Adriano Espaillat (D-N.Y.-13), and 66 other Democratic lawmakers   more

PBS KIDS Celebrates Amazing People & Places Across the U.S. with New Content to Mark America's 250th
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 4 [Category: BizMedia] -- PBS posted the following news release: * * * PBS KIDS Celebrates Amazing People & Places Across the U.S. with New Content to Mark America's 250th * Beginning in May, sweeping PBS KIDS Across America initiative features new series, specials, shorts, and playlists - from The Jim Henson Company's WOWSABOUT and GBH's AMERICA'S AWESOME KIDS to CITY ISLAND: USA!, XAVIER RIDDLE CELEBRATES AMERICAN HEROES, and more Arlington, VA, March 4, 2026 -  more

Planting Seeds of Beauty in the Community
BOURBONNAIS, Illinois, March 4 -- Olivet Nazarene University posted the following news: * * * Planting Seeds of Beauty in the Community * "Vegetables feed the body, but flowers feed the soul." - Janie Case Beuthin Not everyone grows up knowing what they'd like to do for a career. That can be particularly true during the young adult years when society places a certain pressure on people to choose a major and seemingly commit to a lifetime of one type of job. In reality, many people's career  more

Pressley Blasts Trump's ICE Attacks for Traumatizing Children, Urges Children be Centered in Policymaking
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news: * * * Pressley Blasts Trump's ICE Attacks for Traumatizing Children, Urges Children be Centered in Policymaking * Pressley Has Led Efforts in Congress to Address Childhood Trauma, Championed Policies to Support Child Health, Education, Safety Pressley Has Stood in Vigorous Defense of Immigrant Communities in MA 7 th and Nationwide, Fighting to Bring Detained Neighbors Home Video (YouTube) WASHINGTO  more

Professor Wadhia joins 'The Courts and Our Community' panel on immigration
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, March 4 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news: * * * Professor Wadhia joins 'The Courts and Our Community' panel on immigration * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa.-On March 4, Professor Shoba Sivaprasad Wadhia participated in an immigration panel at Dickinson College. This panel was part of " The Courts and The Community: An Educational Series for the Public," an initiative spearheaded by Dickinson College President John E. Jones III '8  more

Rep. Green: Briefing Showed No Imminent Threat to U.S. Before War; Will Back War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Green: Briefing Showed No Imminent Threat to U.S. Before War; Will Back War Powers Resolution * (Washington, D.C.) -On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, Congressman Al Green delivered remarks on the House floor during one-minute speeches following his attendance at a classified briefing that showed there was no imminent threat to the United States before the war. Congressman Green also stated that he intends  more

Rep. Troy E. Nehls' Save Our Shrimpers Act Passes House Financial Services Committee
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Rep. Troy Nehls, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Troy E. Nehls' Save Our Shrimpers Act Passes House Financial Services Committee * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) announced his bill, H.R. 2071, the Save Our Shrimpers Act, passed the House Financial Services Committee. "After pushing this America First legislation for nearly two years, I'm proud that my bill, the Save Our Shrimpers Act, passed the House Financial Se  more

Reps. Garamendi, Espaillat and 70 Democrats Call for Investigation of ICE, DHS Warrantless Purchases of Americans' Location Data
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Rep. John Garamendi, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Garamendi, Espaillat and 70 Democrats Call for Investigation of ICE, DHS Warrantless Purchases of Americans' Location Data * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman John Garamendi (CA-08), a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-NY, and 70 Democratic lawmakers called for a new investigation of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agencies, including  more

Reps. Gomez, Sanchez, and DelBene Introduce Resolution Demanding Transparency on IRS Sharing of Private Taxpayer Data with DHS
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Rep. Jimmy Gomez, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Gomez, Sanchez, and DelBene Introduce Resolution Demanding Transparency on IRS Sharing of Private Taxpayer Data with DHS * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Representatives Jimmy Gomez (D-Calif.), Linda Sanchez (D-Calif.), and Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.) introduced a Resolution of Inquiry (ROI) demanding that the Department of Treasury and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) turn over all records re  more

Resuscitation science, training and technology leaders launch new self-guided resuscitation learning model nationwide
DALLAS, Texas, March 4 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * Resuscitation science, training and technology leaders launch new self-guided resuscitation learning model nationwide * DALLAS, March 4, 2026 -Millions of people in health care, workplace safety and emergency response roles globally are required to complete credentialed resuscitation training on a recurring basis, often while balancing demanding schedules and limited acce  more

Rice-led research to develop first regenerative therapy for lymphedema receives up to $18.2M federal award
HOUSTON, Texas, March 4 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice-led research to develop first regenerative therapy for lymphedema receives up to $18.2M federal award * A team of researchers led by Rice University bioengineer Omid Veiseh has been awarded up to $18.2 million in funding from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) to develop a first-of-its-kind regenerative treatment aimed at restoring damaged lymphatic vessels and potentially curing l  more

Sanchez introduces bill to renew Trade Adjustment Assistance, help displaced workers
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Rep. Linda T. Sanchez, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Sanchez introduces bill to renew Trade Adjustment Assistance, help displaced workers * WASHINGTON - Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee Ranking Member Linda T. Sanchez (D-Calif.) today introduced the Trade Adjustment Assistance Modernization Act, a bill to renew the Trade Adjustment Assistance program, which Congress allowed to lapse in 2022. Video of today's bill introduction press conferenc  more

Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation Committee Issues Report on Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee issued a report (S.Rpt. 119-112) on the Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act (S. 337). The report was advanced by Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, on Feb. 23, 2026. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose of the Bill The purpose of S. 337, the Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act, is to clarify the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) authority relating to the shipping of household goods  more

Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation Committee Issues Report on Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee issued a report (S.Rpt. 119-111) on the Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act (S. 233). The report was advanced by Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, on Feb. 23, 2026. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose of the Bill The purpose of S. 233 is to require the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) to annually review and determine whether the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has implemented certain govern  more

Sleep habits may raise dementia risk -- and researchers are closer to understanding how
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, March 4 -- Texas A&M University posted the following news: * * * Sleep habits may raise dementia risk -- and researchers are closer to understanding how * Alzheimer's disease and other dementias impact approximately 55 million people worldwide, including 7.2 million cases in the United States alone. With 10 million new cases globally each year, the worldwide number is expected to rise to 78 million by 2030 and 139 million in 2050. In response these alarming trends,   more

Speaker Johnson Statement on Democrat DHS Shutdown
WASHINGTON, March 3 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Speaker Johnson Statement on Democrat DHS Shutdown * WASHINGTON -Today, Speaker Johnson released the following statement on the Democrat Department of Homeland Security shutdown: "Regarding the Democrat DHS shutdown, the time has come to make a few things clear: "It is inexcusable that Democrats continue to shut down the American government over and over, hurting American citiz  more

Statement on Passage of Legislation Increasing Access to Treatments for Metastatic Cancer Patients in Indiana
DALLAS, Texas, March 4 [Category: Medical] -- Susan G. Komen, an organization that says it addresses breast cancer on fronts such as research, community health, global outreach and public policy initiatives, posted the following news: * * * Statement on Passage of Legislation Increasing Access to Treatments for Metastatic Cancer Patients in Indiana * INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - Susan G. Komen (r), the world's leading breast cancer organization, issued the following statement on the passage of HB  more

Statewide tour inspires future Texas A&M agriculture and life sciences students
AUSTIN, Texas, March 4 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Statewide tour inspires future Texas A&M agriculture and life sciences students * The Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences brought college opportunities directly to communities across the state this spring, connecting prospective students and families with mentors, academic programs and $18,000 in scholarships throug  more

Subcommittee on Energy Holds Legislative Hearing on PHMSA Pipeline Safety Program Reauthorization
WASHINGTON, March 5 -- Rep. Bob Latta, R-Ohio, chair of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, issued the following news release on March 4, 2026: * * * Subcommittee on Energy Holds Legislative Hearing on PHMSA Pipeline Safety Program Reauthorization Today, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-05), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy, led a hearing titled America's Energy Infrastructure: Authorizing Pipeline Safety. "Reliable, affordable natural gas makes up almost half of our country  more

Temple hosts annual Sports Media Summit featuring ESPN's Tim Kurkjian
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 4 -- Temple University posted the following news: * * * Temple hosts annual Sports Media Summit featuring ESPN's Tim Kurkjian Sports media industry leaders explored the latest topics in sports journalism, broadcasting, digital media, communication and content creation at Klein College of Media and Communication's 14th annual Sports Media Summit on Feb. 20. * Laughter filled Anneberg Hall's atrium as prospective students and current Temple University studen  more

Texas Medical Association Raises Concerns Over AI Use in Healthcare
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- The Texas Medical Association has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services addressing the complexities surrounding the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into clinical care. The association emphasizes a cautious approach to AI adoption, advocating for augmented intelligence rather than full automation in healthcare settings. In its communication, TMA differentiates between "augmented intelligence," which assists human dec  more

The Case Against Eric Flores
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * The Case Against Eric Flores * "Vicente Gonzalez's track-record speaks for itself, whether he's fighting for working families, lowering costs, or working across the aisle to deliver for Texans. Eric Flores has fallen in lock-step behind Washington Republicans who are making life harder in South Texas. While Eric Flores cares about himself, Vicente Gonzalez cares about Texans, and v  more

The Case Against Monica De La Cruz
WASHINGTON, March 3 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * The Case Against Monica De La Cruz * "Bobby Pulido isn't just a South Texas cultural icon -he's a proven advocate for the families who raised him. Voters know and trust Bobby because he's been present in this community for decades. The same cannot be said of Monica De La Cruz who has spent years lying to them. Bobby Pulido is the clear choice for South Texas voters who want to send  more

The Case Against Tano Tijerina
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * The Case Against Tano Tijerina * "Henry Cuellar is one of the most effective fighters and advocates that the Rio Grande Valley has ever seen. He has brought billions of dollars back to South Texas and is beloved by his community. Tano Tijerina is a hand-picked empty suit who has already proven to South Texans that he cannot be trusted. Henry Cuellar is going to beat Tijerina in Nov  more

The CW Network To Broadcast Six Banana Ball Games During the 2026 Season
IRVING, Texas, March 4 [Category: BizMedia] -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release: * * * The CW Network To Broadcast Six Banana Ball Games During the 2026 Season * The Savannah Bananas Return to The CW on Sunday, May 10 Live from Atlanta, Georgia Network to Air Additional Banana Ball Games from Kansas City, Milwaukee, Nashville, and Savannah BURBANK, CA (March 4, 2026) - Following last year's broadcast television debut, The CW Networ  more

Third Way Statement on State Rep. Talarico Victory in Texas Democratic Primary for U.S. Senate
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Third Way Senior Vice President for Social Policy, Education and Politics Lanae Erickson issued a statement on March 3, 2026, regarding Texas State Rep. James Talarico's victory in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate. * * * "James Talarico won the Texas primary tonight thanks to his guiding star to go to any community in Texas, listen to them, communicate his values and plans, and ask for their vote. He chose to show how he'd fight with love instead of brawling f  more

Toyota and Acclaimed Latin Grammy Winning Pop Star Ela Taubert Wrap Successful U.S. Tour Partnership with a Final Performance in Las Vegas
PLANO, Texas, March 4 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * Toyota and Acclaimed Latin Grammy Winning Pop Star Ela Taubert Wrap Successful U.S. Tour Partnership with a Final Performance in Las Vegas * PLANO, TEXAS (March 4, 2026) - Toyota and Colombian singer-songwriter, ELA Taubert, wrapped a successful partnership during the recent U.S. leg of her tour, "Preguntas a las 11:11", with an intimate pop-up show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Thousands o  more

U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Ted Cruz Hold Press Conference on Trey's Law, Legislation Seeking to Void NDAs that Silence Child Sexual Abuse Survivors
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Ted Cruz Hold Press Conference on Trey's Law, Legislation Seeking to Void NDAs that Silence Child Sexual Abuse Survivors * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Ted Cruz (R-Texas) held a press conference on Terminating Restrictive Enforcement of Youth Settlements (TREY'S) Law. The bill voids non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) that silence survivors of chil  more

US Space Force University Consortium awards new tech institutes, spotlights major transition successes
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news: * * * US Space Force University Consortium awards new tech institutes, spotlights major transition successes * ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) - The United States Space Force, in collaboration with the Air Force Research Laboratory, has awarded cooperative agreements to two university-led teams for advanced remote sensing research under the Space Strategic Technology Institute 4. Rice University and the University of Arizona led   more

USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Laptops, Routers and Gateways, and Components Thereof
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- The U.S. International Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Laptops, Routers and Gateways, and Components Thereof * News Release 25-036 Inv. No(s). 337-TA-1489 Contact: Claire Huber, 202-205-1819 The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain laptops, routers and gateways, and components thereof. The products at issue in the in  more

UTMB calls on Galveston retirees to join growing volunteer network
GALVESTON, Texas, March 4 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release: * * * UTMB calls on Galveston retirees to join growing volunteer network * The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is encouraging retirees across Galveston County to become volunteers at the Galveston campus-an opportunity to provide comfort, guidance, and support to patients and families while staying active and engaged in the community. Retirees offer the steady, year-round presen  more

Van Hollen Joins Wyden, Espaillat and Over 65 Democrats in Calling for Investigation of ICE, DHS Warrantless Purchases of Americans' Location Data
WASHINGTON, March 3 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Van Hollen Joins Wyden, Espaillat and Over 65 Democrats in Calling for Investigation of ICE, DHS Warrantless Purchases of Americans' Location Data * U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) joined Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Representative Adriano Espaillat (D-N.Y.), and over 65 Democrats in calling for a new investigation of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agencies, including Immigration an  more

Where Are They Now?: Brooke Huguley 17F Extends Work on Reproductive Injustices Begun as a Student
AMHERST, Massachusetts, March 4 -- Hampshire College posted the following news: * * * Where Are They Now?: Brooke Huguley 17F Extends Work on Reproductive Injustices Begun as a Student * When we spoke with Huguley in 2021, she had completed her Div III, a thesis and film examining global reproductive justice and embodied movement, and was considering graduate school. Now, she took some time out of her extremely full schedule to let us know how far she's come in just five years. How did Ham  more