Sunday - May 3, 2026
Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Texas Newsletter for Friday May 01, 2026 ( 185 items )  
"Rooted in Resilience": Laughlin honors Month of the Military Child
RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, April 29 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: * * * "Rooted in Resilience": Laughlin honors Month of the Military Child * By 1st Lt. Emily Ware  47th Flying Training Wing Public Affairs  LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -Throughout the month of April, Laughlin observed the Month of the Military Child, highlighting the resilience and adaptability of the youngest members of Team XL, through base-wide events and community rec  more
"You're Going to Be a Doctor": Wright's Dream Becoming Reality
CLARKSVILLE, Arkansas, April 30 -- The University of the Ozarks posted the following news: * * * "You're Going to Be a Doctor": Wright's Dream Becoming Reality * "You're going to be a doctor-you did it." Those were the words from her parents that finally made it real for Jessie Wright. Moments earlier, the University of the Ozarks senior from Decatur, Texas, had been holding her breath, staring at her phone, trying to process the news she had worked toward for years. But it wasn't until   more
13 National, 11 Local Advocacy Organizations Urge DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Restricting Work Authorization for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- A coalition of 13 national and 11 state and local advocacy organizations dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of children and families submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that aims to restrict work authorization for asylum applicants. The letter highlights the negative impacts this rule would have on families seeking asylum as well as broader societal and economic consequences.   more
2026 U.S. Slow Pitch National Team Rosters Unveiled for Border Battle XVI
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, May 1 -- USA Softball issued the following news on April 30, 2026: * * * 2026 U.S. Slow Pitch National Team rosters unveiled for Border Battle XVI USA Softball announced today the rosters set to represent the U.S. at the 2026 edition of Border Battle and Slow Pitch Showdown this summer. Slated to take place June 18-20 in Winesburg, Ohio, the Men's and Women's Slow Pitch National Teams, along with the Men's and Women's Futures, will each carry a 13/14-player roster wit  more
28 Business Groups Urges DHS to Rescind Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- A coalition of 28 members of the business community has submitted a public comment letter to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The coalition has expressed opposition to the agency's proposed rule on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants, citing concerns about negative economic impacts. The letter warns that the proposed rule, announced in February 2026, would lead to significant losses in American jobs, economic activity, and government revenue.   more
A&T Joins 14 HBCUs to Launch National Research Coalition
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, April 29 -- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University posted the following news: * * * A&T Joins 14 HBCUs to Launch National Research Coalition * WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 29, 2026) - Fifteen historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), including North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, today launched the Association of HBCU Research Institutions (AHRI), a national coalition designed to accelerate world-class research, ex  more
ABA Statement on CFPB's Section 1071 Final Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 [Category: Financial Services] -- The American Bankers Association posted the following news release: * * * ABA Statement on CFPB's Section 1071 Final Rule * "We applaud the CFPB for finalizing a streamlined Section 1071 rule that addresses significant legal and operational concerns from the prior rule while providing clearer, more workable requirements for banks. This final 1071 rule appropriately refocuses on core lenders, products and data points without imposing undu  more
Accuracy in Media: DEI Loophole on Display at Ohio's Bowling Green State University
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Accuracy in Media issued the following news: * * * DEI loophole on display at Ohio's Bowling Green State University Universities in Ohio haven't dropped Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), even after the state passed a law directing them to do so. This appears to be the case at Bowling Green State University (BGSU), where one administrator admitted to very few changes to course material aside from changing class names. "While we have been impacted to an extent   more
Ahilan Arulanantham delivers oral argument at the U.S. Supreme Court
LOS ANGELES, California, April 30 -- The University of California at Los Angeles School of Law posted the following news: * * * Ahilan Arulanantham delivers oral argument at the U.S. Supreme Court * The U.S. Supreme Court convened on April 29 for the current term's final day of scheduled oral arguments. One case on the justices' docket, Mullin v. Doe, had been brought by immigrants from Syria who were challenging the Trump administration's attempt to dismantle the Temporary Protected Status   more
AI 75 Honors ETAMU Professor for Leadership in Artificial Intelligence
COMMERCE, Texas, April 29 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * AI 75 Honors ETAMU Professor for Leadership in Artificial Intelligence * East Texas A&M University faculty member, Dr. Christian F. Hempelmann, professor of computational linguistics and director of the Semantic Artificial Intelligence and Creativity Laboratory, has been recognized among the region's leading innovators in the third annual 2026 AI  more
Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions
RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, April 30 -- The U.S. Air Force Personnel Center posted the following news: * * * Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas - The Air Force selected 1,166 active-duty officers for promotion to lieutenant colonel during the recent CY25A central selection board. Categories considered during the P0525A board included: Line of the Air Force - Air Operations and Special Warfare (LAF-A), Line of the Air Force - Combat S  more
Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, April 30 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas - The Air Force selected 1,166 active-duty officers for promotion to lieutenant colonel during the recent CY25A central selection board. Categories considered during the P0525A board included: Line of the Air Force - Air Operations and Special Warfare (LAF-A  more
Americans for Tax Reform: Examples of Good News Arising From Big Beautiful Bill's Full Business Expensing Provisions
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary by John Kartch: * * * Examples of Good News Arising from Big Beautiful Bill's Full Business Expensing Provisions In addition to across-the-board tax cuts for households, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed by President Trump on July 4 provides full business expensing for American businesses. In their own words, U.S. employers describe the benefits of the expensing provisions in the bill: Wideman Pools (Festus  more
APA Board Endorses AHA Statement on Restrictions on Teaching and Learning at Texas Tech
NEWARK, Delaware, April 30 -- The American Philosophical Association issued the following news on April 29, 2026: * * * APA Board Endorses AHA Statement on Restrictions on Teaching and Learning at Texas Tech The APA has signed onto the American Historical Association's (AHA) statement strongly opposing the new Texas Tech University Course Content Guidelines, which impose a "strict prohibition" on content related to "Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity" in core and undergraduate-level class  more
Arrington Statement on House Passage of DHS Funding Bill
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Arrington Statement on House Passage of DHS Funding Bill * Washington, D.C. - Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 7147, the Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, the twelfth and final appropriations bill, funding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to provide resources to TSA, FEMA, C  more
Arrington Urges Colleagues to Fund Homeland Security
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Arrington Urges Colleagues to Fund Homeland Security * Washington, D.C. - Yesterday, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) delivered the following remarks on the House floor urging the passage of S.Con.Res. 33, which unlocks reconciliation to fully fund U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP). Click HERE to watch Remarks as Delivered:   more
Arrington: 'Republicans are putting the safety and security of the American people first'
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Arrington: 'Republicans are putting the safety and security of the American people first' * Washington, D.C. - Yesterday, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed by a vote of 215-211 S.Con.Res. 33, unlocking reconciliation to fully fund U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Pa  more
Artanis Industry Communities Urges Nuclear Regulatory Commission to Address Workforce Housing in Project Matador EIS
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Artanis Industry Communities, a division of Artanis Capital LLC, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission concerning the socioeconomic scoping of the Project Matador Environmental Impact Statement. The letter highlights the workforce housing shortage expected in Carson County, where Project Matador's construction workforce will far exceed the local population and housing capacity. The company, based in Los Angeles, California, detailed   more
ASTM International Forms Artificial Intelligence Committee for Manufacturing
WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, Pennsylvania, April 30 [Category: Materials Management] -- ASTM International, formerly the American Society for Testing and Materials, which develops and publishes voluntary consensus technical standards for materials, products, systems and services, posted the following news release: * * * ASTM International Forms Artificial Intelligence Committee for Manufacturing * ASTM International's board of directors recently approved the creation of a new technical committee on ar  more
Attorney General Alan Wilson protects citizens from illegal racial discrimination and DEI quotas
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, April 30 -- South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Alan Wilson protects citizens from illegal racial discrimination and DEI quotas * (COLUMBIA, S.C.) - Attorney General Alan Wilson today joined a 20-state friend-of-the-court brief in the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals to protect citizens from racial discrimination in employment practices. The brief argues in favor of the State of Missouri, which is suing Star  more
Attorney General Ken Paxton Takes Legal Action as Part of Investigation into Nearly 30 North Texas Businesses Suspected of H-1B Visa Fraud
AUSTIN, Texas, April 30 -- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Ken Paxton Takes Legal Action as Part of Investigation into Nearly 30 North Texas Businesses Suspected of H-1B Visa Fraud * Attorney General Ken Paxton has issued Civil Investigative Demands ("CIDs") to nearly 30 North Texas businesses as part of an ongoing investigation into suspected fraud and abuse of the H-1B visa program. Attorney General Paxton announced that additio  more
Attorney General Rayfield Announces that Purdue/Sackler $7.4 Billion Opioid Settlement Takes Effect
SALEM, Oregon, April 30 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Announces that Purdue/Sackler $7.4 Billion Opioid Settlement Takes Effect * Oregon to receive almost $66 Million, funds to be distributed over 15 years Attorney General Dan Rayfield today announced that a $7.4 billion settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective, capping nearly a decade of work by attorn  more
Bell Selected by Near Earth Autonomy to Provide Bell 505 Airframe for U.S. Marine Corps' MARV-EL Program
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 1 -- Bell Textron, a subsidiary of Textron, issued the following news release: * * * Bell Selected by Near Earth Autonomy to Provide Bell 505 Airframe for U.S. Marine Corps' MARV-EL Program Bell to work with Near Earth Autonomy to develop an uncrewed aerial logistics aircraft with the Bell 505 platform to support the U.S. Marine Corps' autonomous aerial operations * Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced that it was selected by Near Earth Au  more
Bowling Proprietors Association Supports Clarified Contractor Classification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Bowling Proprietors Association of America, Arlington, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing support for the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employee or Independent Contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The BPAA, representing over 3,400 bowling centers nationwide, highlighted how the proposed economic realit  more
Building Better Force: Education Office Fuels Careers and Leadership
RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, April 29 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: * * * Building Better Force: Education Office Fuels Careers and Leadership * By Senior Airman Elizabeth Figueroa  Maxwell Air Force Base Public Affairs  The 42d Force Support Squadron's Education Office is part of the installation's broader education and training mission, playing a central role in supporting service members, families and civilian partners through a wide range  more
Building Opportunity: MSU and Sheppard AFB Unveil Military Education Center in Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, April 29 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: * * * Building Opportunity: MSU and Sheppard AFB Unveil Military Education Center in Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony * By Airman 1st Class Jesse Nagel  82nd Training Wing  SHEPPARD AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -Sheppard Air Force Base and Midwestern State University marked a major milestone in their longstanding partnership on April 29, 2026, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new MSU M  more
CAIR-Texas Welcomes Court Ruling Ordering State Agency to Honor Agreement With 'EPIC City' Developers
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on April 30, 2026: * * * CAIR-Texas Welcomes Court Ruling Ordering State Agency to Honor Agreement with 'EPIC City' Developers The Texas chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Texas), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed a Travis County District Court ruling that ordered the Texas Workforce Commission to comply with an agreement it   more
Cameron announces Fall 2025 graduates
LAWTON, Oklahoma, April 30 -- Cameron University issued the following news release: * * * Cameron announces Fall 2025 graduates * Cameron University has announced the named of students who completed their graduation requirements at the conclusion of the Fall 2025 semester. Fall grads are eligible to participate Cameron's annual Commencement, which will take place at 7:30 p.m., Friday, May 8, in Cameron Stadium in Lawton. Graduates who will receive their baccalaureate and associate degree  more
Celebrating 75 Years of Oil & Gas and 20 Years of Bakken Benefits: North Dakota's Energy Journey
WASHINGTON, April 29 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary: * * * Celebrating 75 Years of Oil & Gas and 20 Years of Bakken Benefits: North Dakota's Energy Journey * As North Dakotans mark April 4th, the 75th anniversary of the state's first major oil discovery and the 20th anniversary of the modern economic benefits unlocked by the Bakken formation, it is a fitting moment to reflect on one of the most transformative chapters in the state's hi  more
Center for Biological Diversity Opposes Delisting of Geocarpon Minimum From Endangered Species Act Protections
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Center for Biological Diversity has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service opposing the proposed delisting of Geocarpon minimum, a tiny succulent plant listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. The organization argues that the plant has not met its recovery criteria and remains vulnerable to extinction throughout a significant portion of its range. Geocarpon minimum, also known as "Tiny Tim" or "Earth Fruit," grows in spe  more
Chairman Arrington Statement on House Passage of DHS Funding Bill
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, chairman of the House Budget Committee, issued the following statement on April 30, 2026: * * * Chairman Arrington Statement on House Passage of DHS Funding Bill Today, the House of Representatives passed the twelfth and final appropriations bill, funding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to provide resources to TSA, FEMA, CISA, the U.S. Coast Guard, and other critical agencies. House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-T  more
Chairman Cruz: PIPELINE Safety Act Passage Signals Key Step Toward American Energy Dominance
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Chairman Cruz: PIPELINE Safety Act Passage Signals Key Step Toward American Energy Dominance U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) hailed the unanimous Senate passage of the bipartisan PIPELINE Safety Act of 2025. This bipartisan bill, advanced unanimously by the Senate Commerce Committee, will help   more
Chevron Reports First Quarter 2026 Results
HOUSTON, Texas, May 1 -- Chevron, an energy company, issued the following news release: * * * Chevron reports first quarter 2026 results * Reported earnings of $2.2 billion; adjusted earnings of $2.8 billion * Returned $6.0 billion cash to shareholders; 16th consecutive quarter over $5 billion * Worldwide and U.S. production increased by 15 and 24 percent, respectively * Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) reported earnings of $2.2 billion ($1.11 per share - diluted) for first quarter 2026, c  more
Class of 2026 Commencement Feature: Thomas MacPhee
SOUTH BEND, Indiana, April 30 -- The University of Notre Dame Law School posted the following news: * * * Class of 2026 Commencement Feature: Thomas MacPhee * For Thomas MacPhee, a steadfast commitment to faith and service has long guided his path to law school and a legal career. Tom was born and raised in Conifer, Colorado, and spent his childhood hearing about both of his parents' careers as lawyers. At first, Tom thought he would choose a different path than his parents, but participatio  more
Commerce Committee Announces Upcoming Hearing on Sports Betting
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on April 30, 2026: * * * Commerce Committee Announces Upcoming Hearing on Sports Betting U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn), Chairman of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Technology, and Data Privacy, will convene a subcommittee hearing regarding sports betting and gaming integrity on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 10:00   more
Congressman Al Green Joins Rev. Dr. Max Miller Jr., Local Faith and Community Leaders to Host Press Conference on Alarming Supreme Court Voting Rights Decision in Louisiana v. Callais
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Al Green Joins Rev. Dr. Max Miller Jr., Local Faith and Community Leaders to Host Press Conference on Alarming Supreme Court Voting Rights Decision in Louisiana v. Callais * (Houston, TX) -On Friday, May 1, 2026, Congressman Al Green will join Rev. Dr. Max Miller Jr., local faith and community leaders, to host a press conference regarding the Supreme Court's alarming decision in Louisiana v.   more
Congressman Al Green Releases Statement Denouncing the Supreme Court's Decision that Weakens a Landmark Civil Rights-Era Law
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Al Green Releases Statement Denouncing the Supreme Court's Decision that Weakens a Landmark Civil Rights-Era Law * (Washington, DC) -On Thursday, April 30, 2026, Congressman Al Green released the following statement: "Yesterday's decision by the Supreme Court regarding Louisiana's congressional maps is a profound setback for voting rights and representative democracy. At a time when our nat  more
Congressman Jake Ellzey Votes in Favor of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 to Strengthen American Agriculture and Rural Communities
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Jake Ellzey, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Jake Ellzey Votes in Favor of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 to Strengthen American Agriculture and Rural Communities Congressman Jake Ellzey supported the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, legislation designed to strengthen America's agricultural economy, support family farmers and ranchers, improve food affordability, and reinforce national security. "Farm  more
Congressman Keith Self Calls on IRS & DOJ to Investigate East Plano Islamic Center After Explosive Report
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Keith Self, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Keith Self Calls on IRS & DOJ to Investigate East Plano Islamic Center After Explosive Report * Congressman Keith Self (TX-03) wrote a letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Department of Justice (DOJ) calling on the agencies to launch probes into the East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC) following a bombshell report from the Oversight Project detailing potential violations of federal   more
Congressman Keith Self Introduces Bill to Ban Cousin Marriages
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Keith Self, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Keith Self Introduces Bill to Ban Cousin Marriages * Congressman Keith Self (TX-03) has introduced the Consanguineous Marriage Prohibition Act of 2026 which would deny federal benefit recognition for marriages between individuals who are first cousins or more closely related. In 18 states and the District of Columbia, marriage between first cousins is legal with no or limited restrictions  more
Congressman Keith Self Introduces Resolution Supporting the Integration of Kosovo into NATO
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Keith Self, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Keith Self Introduces Resolution Supporting the Integration of Kosovo into NATO * Congressman Keith Self (TX-03), alongside Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) and Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), introduced a House resolution expressing strong support for the integration of Kosovo into the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The resolution affirms that Kosovo's democratic governanc  more
Congresswoman Escobar Statement on Passage of DHS Funding Bill
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Escobar Statement on Passage of DHS Funding Bill * Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement on the passage of the DHS funding bill: "For over two months, Democrats pushed legislation to avoid the DHS shutdown - a bill identical to the Senate bill that passed 34 days ago. "House Republicans finally put this long-overdue bill on the floor to f  more
Congresswoman Escobar Statement on the 2026 Farm Bill
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Escobar Statement on the 2026 Farm Bill * Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement on the 2026 Farm Bill: "The Republican Farm Bill will hurt families and farmers, paving the way to more cruelty and exploitation of helpless animals. Americans are struggling with the consequences of Trump's disastrous tariffs and soaring food prices, all while  more
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Statement on Ending the DHS Shutdown Without Funding ICE and CBP
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Lizzie Fletcher, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Statement on Ending the DHS Shutdown Without Funding ICE and CBP * Today, the House of Representatives passed the Senate Amendment to H.R. 7147, Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026, a bill that funds the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through Fiscal Year 2026. This bill does not include funding for enforcement actions by the U.S. Immigration   more
Cornell men's tennis looks to cause a racket at NCAAs
ITHACA, New York, April 30 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Cornell men's tennis looks to cause a racket at NCAAs * Coming off its third straight appearance in the NCAA Men's Tennis Tournament, Cornell faced considerable uncertainty entering the 2025-26 season, losing four of six starters. Turns out the transition wasn't as difficult as many expected. The Big Red, featuring just two seniors and a core of young talent, won the Ivy League title on April 25, edging rival  more
Cornyn Backs AI Guardrails to Prevent Child Abuse, Praises State Sen. Angela Paxton's Leadership on Issue
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following news: * * * Cornyn Backs AI Guardrails to Prevent Child Abuse, Praises State Sen. Angela Paxton's Leadership on Issue * WASHINGTON - Today in the Senate Judiciary Committee and during National Child Abuse Prevention Month, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) discussed efforts to protect kids online, including his support of the Guidelines for User Age-verification and Responsible Dialogue (GUARD) Act led by Sen. Josh Hawley   more
Cornyn Blasts Democrat Senator for Blocking Kayla Hamilton Act, Named for Child Killed by MS-13 Gang Member
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following news: * * * Cornyn Blasts Democrat Senator for Blocking Kayla Hamilton Act, Named for Child Killed by MS-13 Gang Member * WASHINGTON - Today on the floor, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) moved to pass his Kayla Hamilton Act, which he introduced to require the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to conduct thorough background and criminal record checks on unaccompanied alien children (UACs) and potential sp  more
Cornyn, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Recognizing April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following news: * * * Cornyn, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Recognizing April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Ben Ray Lujan (D-NM), and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) introduced a Senate resolution designating April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Text is below, an  more
Cornyn: El Paso County to Receive $700K to Combat Cybercrimes
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following news: * * * Cornyn: El Paso County to Receive $700K to Combat Cybercrimes * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today that El Paso County was awarded a federal grant of $700,000 to aid local law enforcement efforts in preventing, investigating, and prosecuting Cybercrimes. The funding comes through the U.S. Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) as part of the Local Law Enforcem  more
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving 1-K Kerosene Heater Fluid Portable Fuel Containers
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 30, 2026: * * * Name of Product: 1-K Kerosene Heater Fluid Portable Fuel Containers Hazard: The pre-filled fuel containers violate the mandatory safety standards for portable fuel containers because they lack flame mitigation devices required under the Portable Fuel Container Safety Act, posing a deadly risk of flash fire. In addition, the Children's Gasoline Burn Prevention Act requires all  more
Crapo Joins Cassidy and Risch to Introduce Legislation Protecting American Workers from Harmful Biden Heat Standards
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: * * * Crapo Joins Cassidy and Risch to Introduce Legislation Protecting American Workers from Harmful Biden Heat Standards * Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-Louisiana) introduced the Heat Workforce Standards Act to protect American workers from dangerous Biden-era heat standards that threaten jobs and create new safety risks. The bill comes  more
CrowdStrike Puts Claude Opus 4.7 to Work Across the Falcon Platform and Project QuiltWorks
AUSTIN, Texas, May 1 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on April 30, 2026: * * * CrowdStrike Puts Claude Opus 4.7 to Work Across the Falcon Platform and Project QuiltWorks Frontier AI accelerates vulnerability discovery and remediation for CrowdStrike customers worldwide * CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today announced it is integrating Opus 4.7 across the CrowdStrike  more
Dallas Fed: Trimmed Mean PCE 2.4 percent for 12 months through March
DALLAS, Texas, April 30 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas issued the following news release: * * * Dallas Fed: Trimmed Mean PCE 2.4 percent for 12 months through March * DALLAS-The Trimmed Mean PCE inflation rate over the 12 months ending in March was 2.4 percent-up slightly from February-according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. The one-month annualized rate of Trimmed Mean PCE inflation was 2.9 percent. The overall personal consumption expenditures (PCE) inflation rate for Mar  more
Dell Children's North Celebrates Three Years of Expanding Pediatric Care in Central Texas
WASHINGTON, April 30 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Dell Children's North Celebrates Three Years of Expanding Pediatric Care in Central Texas * Dell Children's Medical Center North Campus is proud to celebrate its third anniversary of serving families in Central Texas. Since opening its doors on April 27th of 2023, the facility has expanded access to high-quality, specialized pediatric care for the growing  more
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: On National Honesty Day, Here Are GOP Senate Candidates' Biggest Lies, Flip-Flops, and Broken Promises
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on April 30, 2026: * * * On National Honesty Day, Here Are GOP Senate Candidates' Biggest Lies, Flip-Flops, and Broken Promises The only thing Senate Republicans are honest about is their fear of losing the majority * On National Honesty Day, one thing is clear: Republican Senate candidates have a problem telling the truth. Across the map, GOP Senate candidates are running... from their recor  more
DOD Announces Grant for Cultural Resources Support at Joint Base San Antonio
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The U.S. Department of Defense has unveiled a grant opportunity aimed at enhancing cultural resources technical guidance at Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA), Texas. This initiative seeks to foster effective preservation and management of cultural artifacts and historical sites within the military installation. The grant, titled Cultural Resources Technical Guidance Support for Joint Base San Antonio, will provide funding ranging from $479,752 to $3.1 million. These financial r  more
Dr. Caroline Rickards awarded Presidential Service Award by the American Physiological Society
FORT WORTH, Texas, April 30 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * Dr. Caroline Rickards awarded Presidential Service Award by the American Physiological Society * Dr. Caroline Rickards, professor of physiology and anatomy at UNT Health Fort Worth, has been awarded the 2026 Presidential Service award by the American Physiological Society for outstanding service to APS and the broader physiology community. Each year the APS executive board presen  more
Dr. Carrie Phillips' CASE Leadership Elevates UA Little Rock on National Stage
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, April 30 -- The University of Arkansas Little Rock campus issued the following news: * * * Dr. Carrie Phillips' CASE Leadership Elevates UA Little Rock on National Stage * As the CASE District IV Conference convened in Dallas in April, Dr. Carrie Phillips marked the approaching close of her term as district chair, capping four years of growth, stronger connections, and expanded engagement across the region. Phillips, chief marketing and communications officer at the   more
Dr. Phyllis MacGilvray appointed two-year dean for School of Medicine Greenville
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, April 29 -- The University of South Carolina posted the following news: * * * Dr. Phyllis MacGilvray appointed two-year dean for School of Medicine Greenville * Update: On April 29, 2026, Provost Mary Anne Fitzpatrick announced that after serving a two-year interim appointment, Dr. Phyllis MacGilvray has been appointed dean of the School of Medicine Greenville, effective July 1. "Under her exceptional leadership, the school is well positioned for continued growth an  more
Durbin Presses Trump's Judicial Nominee About His Involvement In A Controversial Pro-Gun Group
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Presses Trump's Judicial Nominee About His Involvement In A Controversial Pro-Gun Group * April 29, 2026 Durbin questioned judicial nominees during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today questioned judicial nominees during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. Durbin f  more
Durbin Presses Trump's Judicial Nominee About His Involvement In A Controversial Pro-Gun Group
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Durbin Presses Trump's Judicial Nominee About His Involvement In A Controversial Pro-Gun Group U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today questioned judicial nominees during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. Durbin first questioned Arthur Roberts Jones, nominated to  more
East Texas A&M Electrical Engineering Students Win National SDR Competition
COMMERCE, Texas, April 30 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * East Texas A&M Electrical Engineering Students Win National SDR Competition * Students from East Texas A&M University earned first place in a national software-defined radio (SDR) competition, outperforming teams from major research universities across the country. The team, composed of senior electrical engineering students in the College of S  more
Engagement in Action: DLIELC hosts Fiesta showcase
RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, April 29 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: * * * Engagement in Action: DLIELC hosts Fiesta showcase * By Agnes Koterba, Strategic Communications Specialist  637th Training Group Public Affairs  JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas -The Defense Language Institute English Language Center recently connected international students to the local San Antonio community through multiple Fiesta celebration events. The Fiesta  more
Entergy, HYUNDAI-POSCO Louisiana Steel sign electric service agreement for $5.8B steel mill in Louisiana
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, April 30 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Entergy posted the following news release: * * * Entergy, HYUNDAI-POSCO Louisiana Steel sign electric service agreement for $5.8B steel mill in Louisiana * DONALDSONVILLE, La. - Hyundai Steel, along with POSCO and other Hyundai Motor Group affiliates, has made a groundbreaking decision to invest $5.8 billion in a new manufacturing facility in Louisiana, and Entergy Louisiana has finalized an electric service agreement with the company  more
Environmental scientist Robin Verble named a Fulbright Scholar
ROLLA, Missouri, April 30 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology posted the following news: * * * Environmental scientist Robin Verble named a Fulbright Scholar * Dr. Robin Verble, professor of biological sciences at Missouri S&T, will spend part of this coming summer helping expand biodiversity in insect populations in Ecuador as a 2026-27 Fulbright U.S. Scholar. Fulbright Scholar Awards are fellowships that offer scholars an opportunity to teach and conduct research abroad whil  more
Exchange Shoppers Can Win Big in Red Bull Shopping Spree Sweepstakes
DALLAS, Texas, April 30 -- The Army and Air Force Exchange Service issued the following news release: * * * Exchange Shoppers Can Win Big in Red Bull Shopping Spree Sweepstakes * DALLAS - While Red Bull can give you wings, entering the Army & Air Force Exchange Service's latest sweepstakes can give military shoppers a chance at winning a $500 gift card. Through May 31, authorized Exchange shoppers 18 and older can enter at ShopMyExchange.com/sweepstakes for a chance to win one of 20 prizes  more
Federal and California reviews of the Sevita-ResCare transaction
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 30 [Category: Business] -- The Private Equity Stakeholder Project issued the following news: * * * Federal and California reviews of the Sevita-ResCare transaction * The Transaction Sevita completed its $835 million acquisition of BrightSpring's ResCare Community Living division on March 31, 2026, after more than a year of federal antitrust review and a California market impact assessment. The deal transferred one of the country's largest providers of services for   more
Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas Report Highlights Housing Affordability Challenges, Community Investment Priorities
WASHINGTON, April 30 (TNSLrpt) -- AFFORDABLE HOUSING ADVISORY COUNCIL: Annual Report - A report from Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, Irving, Texas - April 2026 (12 pages) * * * The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas issued a report presenting recommendations and insights on housing affordability, community development needs, and the effectiveness of Federal Home Loan Bank programs based on stakeholder engagement across regions. The report evaluates emerging economic pressures, access to credit  more
FHLB Dallas Releases 2025 Corporate Impact Report
DALLAS, Texas, April 30 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release: * * * FHLB Dallas Releases 2025 Corporate Impact Report * DALLAS, TEXAS, April 30, 2026-The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) today announced the publication of its 2025 Corporate Impact Report, highlighting its continued role as a reliable source of liquidity and its positive impact on communities through more than $134 millio  more
First Command Urges Department of Labor to Finalize 2026 Proposed Worker Classification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- First Command Financial Services Inc., Fort Worth, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the 2026 Proposed Rule on employee or independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. As a national financial services firm deeply involved in serving U.S. military families through a network of independent contractor Financi  more
First National Bank Texas Urges Stricter Stablecoin Regulations in Letter to OCC
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- First National Bank Texas, a regional community bank based in Killeen, Texas, with assets totaling approximately $4.7 billion and serving multiple states, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. The letter addresses the OCC's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking aimed at implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. FNBT highlighted the importance of maintaining a clear prohibition on both dir  more
FNBO Donates $150,000 to Western Nebraska Wildfire Aid
OMAHA, Nebraska, May 1 -- First National Bank of Omaha, a subsidiary of First National of Nebraska Inc., issued the following news: * * * FNBO Donates $150,000 to Western Nebraska Wildfire Aid FNBO (First National Bank of Omaha) has announced a $150,000 donation to organizations in Western Nebraska to support wildfire relief, providing critical resources to ranchers, farmers and rural communities working to recover from devastating spring wildfires that have burned hundreds of thousands of ac  more
Forest Resources Association Urges Labor Department to Rescind 2024 Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Forest Resources Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employee or Independent Contractor Status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The FRA, alongside nearly two dozen forestry-related associations, expressed strong support for the Department's proposal to rescind the 2024 Final Rule and reve  more
From Ironman to Orthopedic Surgery: USU Class of 2026 Graduate Embodies Strength, Service, and Resilience
BETHESDA, Maryland, April 30 -- The Uniformed Services University posted the following news: * * * From Ironman to Orthopedic Surgery: USU Class of 2026 Graduate Embodies Strength, Service, and Resilience * For fourth-year Uniformed Services University (USU) Navy medical student Ensign Elisabeth Kaza, pushing physical and mental limits is nothing new. Just weeks before her upcoming graduation from the F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine, Kaza completed one of the most demanding endurance eve  more
From Military to Masters
DURHAM, North Carolina, April 30 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following news: * * * From Military to Masters * Tyneka Howard had a simple reason for joining the Air Force in 2000 at the age of 17. "I wanted to see the world," Howard said. "I wanted the most cost-effective way to do it." Howard, who will earn a master's degree in school administration at North Carolina Central University (NCCU) in May, succeeded. She was based in Nebraska, Germany, Arizona, Oklahoma, Wa  more
Galveston Economic Development Partnership Backs American Icebreaker Factory Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Galveston Economic Development Partnership submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Maritime Administration expressing support for the Icebreaker Collaboration Effort Pact and the proposed investment by Davie Defense USA to establish the American Icebreaker Factory at Gulf Copper in Texas. The letter highlights Galveston's potential as a key site for expanding the U.S. shipbuilding industrial base, particularly for icebreaker production. GEDP emphasized that Gre  more
Galveston-Houston Immigrant Representation Project Urges DHS to Rescind Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Galveston-Houston Immigrant Representation Project submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's interim final rule titled "Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants." The letter calls for DHS to rescind the rule, citing substantial harm posed to asylum seekers and their communities if the rule is implemented. GHIRP criticized provisions of the rule that extend the waiting period to apply for employmen  more
GAO Denies Bailey's Premier Services Protest Over Air Force Maintenance Contract Awards
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Government Accountability Office has denied a protest filed by Bailey's Premier Services LLC, Fort Worth, Texas, after the company was not selected for a multiple-award U.S. Air Force contract for maintenance services. The protest challenged the Department of the Air Force's evaluation of Bailey's proposal under a solicitation seeking contractors for the Contractor Field Team Labor Augmentation Support Requirements program. The contract vehicle was structured as a multi  more
Governor Abbott Announces Over $443,000 In Career Training Grants For Three Panhandle Area Schools
AUSTIN, Texas, April 30 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Announces Over $443,000 In Career Training Grants For Three Panhandle Area Schools * Governor Greg Abbott today announced three Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants totaling $443,271 have been awarded to three Panhandle-area schools by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). The JET grants will support career and technical education (CTE) training programs by helping the schools  more
Governor Abbott Directs TRS To Lower Medicare Advantage Costs
AUSTIN, Texas, April 30 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Directs TRS To Lower Medicare Advantage Costs * Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Board of Trustees to implement the maximum feasible premium reductions that both preserve the long-term financial stability of the TRS-Care fund and reduce Medicare Advantage insurance costs for retired educators. "Texas has long supported the retired pu  more
Governor Abbott Statement On Camp Mystic Closure
AUSTIN, Texas, April 30 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Statement On Camp Mystic Closure * Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement after Camp Mystic announced it has withdrawn its renewal application for the 2026 camp season: "Our hearts are with the families who lost loved ones and those recovering from last year's devastating Fourth of July floods," said Governor Abbott. "Camp Mystic has withdrawn its application   more
Governor Abbott, THECB Announce 17 Million In Grants To Support Workforce Education And Training Programs
AUSTIN, Texas, April 30 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott, THECB Announce 17 Million In Grants To Support Workforce Education And Training Programs * Governor Greg Abbott today announced that applications are opening for nearly $17 million in state grants to support new, redesigned, or expanded short-term workforce education and training programs geared toward high-demand occupations. "The success of our state stems from higher education  more
HACU backs HSI legislation in California
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 30 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities posted the following news release: * * * HACU backs HSI legislation in California * The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities joined higher education leaders and students at Sen. Eloise Gomez Reyes and Assemblymember Mike Fong's April 27, 2026, press conference at the state Capitol in Sacramento, California, highlighting the "Empowering California's Future Initiative" in su  more
Health care costs reach a breaking point
DALLAS, Texas, April 30 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * Health care costs reach a breaking point * Statement Highlights: * New American Heart Association Presidential Advisory warns that U.S. health care affordability has reached a crisis point. * Rising health care costs, driven largely by chronic disease, are forcing many people in America to delay or avoid care altogether, and contribute to worsening health outcomes   more
Hegseth Confirms Bitcoin as Strategic Asset, Gooden Reveals
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Lance Gooden, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Hegseth Confirms Bitcoin as Strategic Asset, Gooden Reveals * WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Lance Gooden (TX-05) questioned Secretary of War Pete Hegseth during a House Armed Services Committee hearing, confirming the Department's use of Bitcoin as a strategic asset for power projection. Gooden's question comes after last week's hearing in the Armed Services Committee, where U.S. Indo-Pacific Com  more
House Budget Committee Chairman Arrington Urges Colleagues to Fund Homeland Security
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, chairman of the House Budget Committee, issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Chairman Arrington Urges Colleagues to Fund Homeland Security Today, House Budget Committee Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) delivered the following remarks on the House floor urging the passage of S.Con.Res. 33, which unlocks reconciliation to fully fund U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP). Rema  more
House Budget Committee Chairman Arrington: 'Republicans are Putting the Safety and Security of the American People First'
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, chairman of the House Budget Committee, issued the following statement on April 29, 2026: * * * Chairman Arrington: 'Republicans are putting the safety and security of the American people first' Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed by a vote of 215-211 S.Con.Res. 33, unlocking reconciliation to fully fund U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP). House Budget Committee Chairman Jo  more
House farm bill misses opportunity to strengthen nutrition security
DALLAS, Texas, April 30 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * House farm bill misses opportunity to strengthen nutrition security * WASHINGTON, D.C., April 30, 2026 -The U.S. House of Representatives today passed farm bill reauthorization legislation that fails to restore cuts made to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and nutrition education programs in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The American Heart Associati  more
Howard Payne University recognizes personnel for dedicated service to the university
BROWNWOOD, Texas, April 30 -- Howard Payne University posted the following news: * * * Howard Payne University recognizes personnel for dedicated service to the university * BROWNWOOD - April 30, 2026 - Howard Payne University recently recognized members of faculty and staff at an annual personnel luncheon held on campus. Wendy Grooms, associate professor of mathematics, received the Outstanding Faculty Member Award. Jayla Devery, student accounts coordinator, received the Outstanding Staff  more
Howard Payne University's Department of Criminal Justice participates in integrated training with Brownwood Police Department
BROWNWOOD, Texas, April 30 -- Howard Payne University posted the following news: * * * Howard Payne University's Department of Criminal Justice participates in integrated training with Brownwood Police Department * BROWNWOOD - April 30, 2026 - Howard Payne University criminal justice majors assisted Brownwood Police Department in an integrated training on April 23. The training included the Brown County Sherriff's office, the Brownwood Fire Department, the Brownwood Police Department and the  more
HPE Brings AI and Mission-Critical Workloads to Severe, Ruggedized Environments
SPRING, Texas, May 1 -- Hewlett Packard Enterprise, an information technology company, issued the following news release on April 30, 2026: * * * HPE brings AI and mission-critical workloads to severe, ruggedized environments New HPE ProLiant edge platforms deliver resilient, secure, and uncompromised performance for edge-native industries In this article * HPE announces new HPE ProLiant Compute chassis and servers that are size, weight, and power (SWaP)-optimized for the edge * HPE ProLia  more
ICBA Statement on CFPB's Final Rule to Implement Section 1071 Small-Business Reporting Requirements
WASHINGTON, April 30 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Independent Community Bankers of America posted the following news release: * * * ICBA Statement on CFPB's Final Rule to Implement Section 1071 Small-Business Reporting Requirements * Washington, D.C. (April 30, 2026) -Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the following statement on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's final rule opens in a new tab to implement Section 107  more
ICYMI: Rep. Ronny Jackson Discusses Operation Epic Fury, his FUTURES Act at the Hudson Institute
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Rep. Ronny Jackson Discusses Operation Epic Fury, his FUTURES Act at the Hudson Institute * WASHINGTON -Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) joined Joel Rayburn of the Hudson Institute to discuss how Operation Epic Fury underscores the critical role of U.S.-Israel coordination in joint development of next-generation defense capabilities, including subterranean warfare, unmanned systems  more
In Memoriam: UT San Antonio remembers renowned chemist and emeritus professor Michael Doyle
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 30 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * In Memoriam: UT San Antonio remembers renowned chemist and emeritus professor Michael Doyle * It is with great sadness that we share that Michael P. Doyle, PhD, emeritus professor of chemistry at The University of Texas at San Antonio, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. Doyle was a world-renowned researcher and devoted educator who made significant advances in the field of chemistry. Kn  more
Inside the Headset Presented by CoachCommKaz Kazadi - Football Human Performance - CSCCA Board
WACO, Texas, April 30 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news: * * * Inside the Headset Presented by CoachCommKaz Kazadi - Football Human Performance - CSCCA Board * On this week's episode of Inside the Headset - Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Kaz Kazadi, Football Human Performance Coach. In this conversation, Coach Kazadi shares his journey from a professional playing career into the strength and conditioning profession. He reflec  more
Institute for Energy Research: Pipeline Construction Will Follow Natural Gas Demand Growth
WASHINGTON, April 30 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary: * * * Pipeline Construction Will Follow Natural Gas Demand Growth * Key Takeaways 1 The United States is adding pipelines and capacity to meet the growing demand for natural gas from LNG, electric generation, and manufacturing. 2 Throughout the United States, new pipeline projects are getting underway, leading to the biggest construction surge in 20 years, with costs estimated at $  more
International Bancshares Supports American Bankers Association on OCC Bank Appeals Process Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- International Bancshares Corp., Laredo, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency concerning the agency's proposed revisions to its Bank Appeals Process. In its letter, IBC endorsed the American Bankers Association's (ABA) position, emphasizing the importance of restoring confidence in the appeals system to promote supervisory consistency. IBC operates five separately chartered banks with combined assets exceeding $16.5 bil  more
Jackson Walker Congratulates 31 Attorneys Named Among 2026 "Best Lawyers in Dallas" List
AUSTIN, Texas, April 30 (TNSrep) -- Jackson Walker, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Jackson Walker Congratulates 31 Attorneys Named Among 2026 "Best Lawyers in Dallas" List Jackson Walker congratulates the 31 attorneys recognized among D Magazine's list of the "Best Lawyers in Dallas" for 2026. For recognition in the list, Dallas attorneys must be nominated by their peers on the basis that they offer unmatched counsel in one of 40 categories. Jackson Walker is pleased to congrat  more
Job Creators Network Responds to Q1 GDP
ADDISON, Texas, April 30 [Category: Human Resources/Personnel] -- Job Creators Network issued the following news release: * * * Job Creators Network Responds to Q1 GDP * Alfredo Ortiz, CEO of Job Creators Network, released the following statement on Q1 GDP, which rose by 2.0%: "Strong economic growth is a direct result of the Trump administration and Congressional Republicans' pro-growth policies such as tax cuts and deregulation. As a result, business investment, both in AI and on Main St  more
Justice Dept.: Two Americans Who Attacked Multiple U.S. Victims Using ALPHV BlackCat Ransomware Sentenced to Prison
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on April 30, 2026: * * * Two Americans Who Attacked Multiple U.S. Victims Using ALPHV BlackCat Ransomware Sentenced to Prison Two American cybersecurity professionals were sentenced today to four years each in prison for their role in a conspiracy to obstruct, delay, or affect commerce through extortion in connection with ransomware attacks occurring in 2023. Ryan Goldberg, 40, of Georgia, and Kevin Martin,  more
KBR Announces Strategic Investment in Geolith to Accelerate Commercial Deployment of Direct Lithium Extraction
HOUSTON, Texas, April 30 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * KBR Announces Strategic Investment in Geolith to Accelerate Commercial Deployment of Direct Lithium Extraction * HOUSTON, April 30, 2026 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) has made a strategic investment in Geolith, a global leader in Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE). This investment will support the global commercial deployment of Geolith's   more
Laborers' International Union of North America Opposes DHS Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Laborers' International Union of North America submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing a proposed rule that would reform employment authorization for asylum seekers. LIUNA, representing over 540,000 members nationwide, expressed concerns that the proposed regulation would have severe economic impacts on infrastructure projects by preventing currently authorized workers from remaining employed and creating new barriers for  more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: "IT WAS A TOTALLY DESPICABLE DECISION GUTTING SECTION 2 OF THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT"
WASHINGTON, April 29 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: "IT WAS A TOTALLY DESPICABLE DECISION GUTTING SECTION 2 OF THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW's The Briefing, where he emphasized that Democrats will continue to aggressively push back against Republican efforts to undermine our elections and voting rights. JEN PSAKI: Joining me now is  more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: "IT WAS A TOTALLY DESPICABLE DECISION GUTTING SECTION 2 OF THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT"
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: "IT WAS A TOTALLY DESPICABLE DECISION GUTTING SECTION 2 OF THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW's The Briefing, where he emphasized that Democrats will continue to aggressively push back against Republican efforts to undermine our elections and voting rights. JEN PSAKI: Joining me now is House Democratic Leader H  more
Lujan Secures Senate Passage of Amendment to Strengthen Public Safety During Extreme Weather Events
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Lujan Secures Senate Passage of Amendment to Strengthen Public Safety During Extreme Weather Events * Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, secured the passage of an amendment to enhance public safety by protecting natural gas pipeline infrastructure from extreme weather events as part of the PIPELINE S  more
Memorial Hermann Health System President & CEO Recognized as One of Becker's Hospital Review's 'Great Leaders in Healthcare'
HOUSTON, Texas, May 1 -- Memorial Hermann Health System issued the following news release: * * * Memorial Hermann Health System President & CEO Recognized as One of Becker's Hospital Review's 'Great Leaders in Healthcare' Memorial Hermann Health System is proud to announce that president and CEO, David L. Callender, MD, has been named for the fifth consecutive year to Becker's Hospital Review's 'Great Leaders in Healthcare.' The publication's annual list recognizes innovative leaders who pio  more
Mexican National Charged With Illegal Reentry
SCRANTON, Pennsylvania, May 1 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania posted the following news release on April 30, 2026: * * * Mexican National Charged With Illegal Reentry HARRISBURG-The United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Jorge Humberto Olais Solano, age 40, a citizen of Mexico, was indicted April 29, 2026, by a federal grand jury on the charge of illegally reentering the United States after having previ  more
Michaela Doiron takes next step toward dream of helping others
ANGOLA, Indiana, April 30 -- Trine University posted the following news: * * * Michaela Doiron takes next step toward dream of helping others * Michaela Doiron hopes to one day design prosthetics for children or veterans, and the Trine University biomedical engineering major has made two big strides toward that dream. She served as part of a senior design team that developed a waterproof prosthetic for a Fort Wayne paramedic and she earned acceptance to the prestigious orthotics and prosth  more
Mission Driven, People Powered: Highlighting Ronald Clark Jr.
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, April 30 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Mission Driven, People Powered: Highlighting Ronald Clark Jr. * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -Naval Medical Forces Development Command is mission driven and people powered. Ronald Clark Jr., material management department head assigned to Naval Medical Leader and Professional Development Command answered a few questions about his vital supp  more
Moran, Young Introduce Legislation to Promote and Expand Apprenticeship Programs
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Nathaniel Moran, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Moran, Young Introduce Legislation to Promote and Expand Apprenticeship Programs * U.S. Representative Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) and Senator Todd Young (R-IN) today introduced the Workforce Apprenticeship Growth and Education Support (WAGES) Act on National Apprenticeship Day, creating a refundable payroll tax credit for employers who maintain or participate in a Registered Apprenticeship Program (R  more
More Than 1,500 Lions Set to Graduate at ETAMU Commencement Ceremonies May 8 & 9
COMMERCE, Texas, April 29 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * More Than 1,500 Lions Set to Graduate at ETAMU Commencement Ceremonies May 8 & 9 * East Texas A&M University's annual celebration of its graduates is fast approaching, as commencement ceremonies are set for May 8 and 9 at the university's Field House. Ceremony details Five ceremonies will be held throughout the weekend. Graduate Ceremony 1  more
National Cattlemen's Beef Association Urges EPA to Approve NovoFly for Screwworm Control
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Cattlemen's Beef Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency urging the agency to approve Section 3 product registration of NovoFly, an innovative tool designed to combat the New World screwworm pest threatening U.S. cattle. The NCBA, representing approximately 26,000 direct members and nearly 178,000 through state affiliates, described the immediate need for effective measures to protect the national cattle herd   more
NEWS: Casar, Riley Introduce Bill to Crack Down on Utilities Overcharging Consumers
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Greg Casar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * NEWS: Casar, Riley Introduce Bill to Crack Down on Utilities Overcharging Consumers * WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Wednesday, Rep. Greg Casar (D-TX) and Rep. Josh Riley (D-NY) introduced a new bill to crack down on utilities overcharging consumers. The Lowering Utility Bills Act reins in the runaway profits of for profit utilities, which are raising utility prices across the country by demanding exorbitant   more
Nikos Vasilakis appointed associate editor of international journal on viruses
GALVESTON, Texas, April 30 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release: * * * Nikos Vasilakis appointed associate editor of international journal on viruses * Nikos Vasilakis, PhD, vice chair for research in the Department of Pathology at The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), has been appointed associate editor of the "Invertebrate Viruses" section of Viruses, a leading international, peer-reviewed journal that publishes new research on viruses. Vas  more
Novartis Finalizes U.S. Manufacturing and R&D Expansion Plan With Seventh New Facility
BASEL, Switzerland, April 30 -- Novartis, a pharmaceutical company, issued the following news release: * * * Novartis finalizes US manufacturing and R&D expansion plan with seventh new facility * At one-year mark, company has progressed all components of US investment plan to support delivery of innovative medicines to US patients * New active pharmaceutical ingredients facility in North Carolina to enable end to end manufacturing for all advanced technology platforms in US - a first in comp  more
NRCC: Cuellar Hides as James Talarico Faces Creepy Teacher Backlash
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Cuellar Hides as James Talarico Faces Creepy Teacher Backlash Democrat Senate nominee James Talarico is facing backlash over resurfaced social media posts and behavior that many Texans find deeply inappropriate for someone entrusted as a teacher and role model. It's another embarrassing reminder of how far Texas Democrats have fallen. But instead of speaking out, self-serving Henry Cuellar  more
NRCC: Gonzalez Hides as James Talarico Faces Creepy Teacher Backlash
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Gonzalez Hides as James Talarico Faces Creepy Teacher Backlash Democrat Senate nominee James Talarico is facing backlash over resurfaced social media posts and behavior that many Texans find deeply inappropriate for someone entrusted as a teacher and role model. It's another embarrassing reminder of how far Texas Democrats have fallen. But instead of speaking out, out of touch Vicente Gonz  more
Ok. A.G. Drummond Sends Letters to House Senate Leaders on March 16, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond. To: John Thune, Majority Leader, United States Senate, 511 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510 and Chuck Schumer, Minority Leader, United States Senate, 322 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510 - March 16, 2026 We, the undersigned Attorneys General, strongly support the nomination of United States Senator Markwayne Mullin to serve as Secretary of the Department o  more
Path Worth Taking - Del Mar College and London ISD Announce First-of-its-kind Regional Initiative Leading High School Graduates Directly Into Registered Nursing to Meet Shortage
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, May 1 -- Del Mar College issued the following news: * * * A path worth taking ... Del Mar College and London ISD announce new first-of-its-kind regional initiative leading high school graduates directly into Registered Nursing to meet shortage Graduating seniors to have opportunity to start college's highly competitive Registered Nurse Program right after graduation by meeting all pre-requisites, passing entrance exam prior to acceptance Article by Melinda Eddleman Th  more
PayrollOrg Seeks Clarity on Worker Classification in Comments to Department of Labor
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- PayrollOrg, San Antonio, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division concerning the proposed rule on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The letter highlights concerns and requests for clarification aimed at improving compliance and administrative clarity for employers and payroll p  more
People Trust Community Federal Credit Union Closes
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 30 -- The National Credit Union Administration issued the following news release: * * * People Trust Community Federal Credit Union Closes * Alexandria, VA (April 30, 2026) -The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) today liquidated People Trust Community Federal Credit Union in North Little Rock, Arkansas. NCUA made the decision to liquidate People Trust Community Federal Credit Union after determining the credit union was insolvent and in violation of num  more
Perovskite solar cells skip yellow phase, degrade slower thanks to key additives
HOUSTON, Texas, April 30 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Perovskite solar cells skip yellow phase, degrade slower thanks to key additives * Halide perovskites are gaining ground on silicon as a critical material for solar cell technologies: A new study published in the journal Science reports a method to make perovskite-based photovoltaics more durable, allowing the films to attain the desirable black phase of crystal configuration quicker and at lower temperature  more
President's Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias in Government Releases Shocking Report, Exposes Biden Hostility
PLANO, Texas, April 30 [Category: Sociological] -- The First Liberty Institute, an organization that says it is dedicated to defending liberty for all Americans, issued the following news release: * * * President's Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias in Government Releases Shocking Report, Exposes Biden Hostility * Washington, DC -President Donald Trump's Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias in the Federal Government released its report today detailing hundreds of examples of   more
Proud to Be a Bulldog: TLU Names Dave Sather 2026 Distinguished Alum
SEGUIN, Texas, May 1 -- Texas Lutheran University issued the following news: * * * Proud to Be a Bulldog: TLU Names Dave Sather 2026 Distinguished Alum Every year, Texas Lutheran University presents the Distinguished Alumni Award to honor a graduate who has made significant impacts professionally, personally, and civically. This spring, the university presented the award to Dave Sather '89. Sather is a Certified Financial Planner and CEO of the Sather Financial Group, Inc., a "fee-only" str  more
Provost's Research Awards Honor Faculty's Innovative Projects
CORAL GABLES, Florida, May 1 -- The University of Miami issued the following news: * * * Provost's Research Awards honor faculty's innovative projects More than 40 members of the faculty received awards this year for projects that ranged from looking at how AI can help children learn about data to unlocking the origins of black holes. By Barbara Gutierrez, bgutierrez@miami.edu How can losing a spouse affect your heart? How did Bette Davis take on the Hollywood studio system and inspire oth  more
Ranking Member Bishop Issues Statement at House Appropriations Committee Markup of 2027 Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA & Related Agencies Bill
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Sanford Bishop, D-Gerogia, ranking member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies, issued the following remarks on April 29, 2026, at the full committee markup of the 2027 Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA and Related Agencies bill: * * * Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman, and good morning. Thank you, Ranking Member DeLauro, my counterpart, Dr. Harris, and our respective staffs. L  more
Reauthorizations accelerate tech for War Department
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, April 30 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Reauthorizations accelerate tech for War Department * ARLINGTON, Virginia -The recent reauthorization of a couple of small business technology programs opens the gates for the War Department to get cutting-edge technology more quickly into the hands of warfighters. The Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs have,   more
Refugee & Immigrant Center for Education & Legal Services Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Severely Limiting Work Authorization for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing a February 2026 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that would impose sweeping restrictions on asylum applicants' access to Employment Authorization Documents. RAICES argues that the NPRM would drastically extend waiting periods, introduce new eligibility barriers, and introduce discretion allowing DHS to deny work permi  more
Rep. Crockett's Statement on the Supreme Court Ruling Gutting the Voting Rights Act
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Crockett's Statement on the Supreme Court Ruling Gutting the Voting Rights Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Rep. Crockett released the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v. Callais gutting Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act: "The Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v. Callais is another reminder that the fight for voting rights is far from over. Instead of strengthe  more
Rep. Cuellar Commends End to 76-Day DHS Shutdown, Restored Pay for Frontline Personnel
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Cuellar Commends End to 76-Day DHS Shutdown, Restored Pay for Frontline Personnel * Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, released the following statement after the House moved by voice vote to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and end the 76-day shutdown: "I welcome this long-overdue, bipartisan  more
Rep. Fallon Leads 2A Letter to Secretary Driscoll
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Pat Fallon, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Fallon Leads 2A Letter to Secretary Driscoll * WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, Rep. Pat Fallon (TX-04) led a letter to Secretary Driscoll requesting that the Department of the Army immediately finalize and implement a rule allowing law-abiding citizens to carry firearms on land managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) in accordance with state laws. As reported by the Daily Caller, Rep.   more
Rep. Gill Protects Abuse Survivors' Right to Justice
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Gill Protects Abuse Survivors' Right to Justice * Washington, DC - Congressman Brandon Gill (R-TX) today introduced Trey's Law, a bipartisan effort that prohibits enforcement of NDAs or confidentiality agreements that prevent victims or witnesses from disclosing child sexual abuse. This legislation strengthens protections for victims to ensure that child abusers cannot compel them into silence.   more
Rep. Roy Introduces the End U Visa Abuse Act
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Roy Introduces the End U Visa Abuse Act * Congressman Chip Roy (R-TX) introduced the End U Visa Abuse Act, which would end a program that was originally created to support alleged crime victims, but has become a breeding ground for fraud and abuse by illegal aliens.  "The U visa program is a magnet for fraud, allowing illegal aliens to game the system, avoid deportation, and secure work permits th  more
Rep. Roy Statement on House Floor Action: FISA, Budget Resolution, and Farm Bill
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Roy Statement on House Floor Action: FISA, Budget Resolution, and Farm Bill * Congressman Chip Roy (R-TX) issued the following statement after voting against S. 1318 - Foreign Intelligence Accountability Act and voting in favor of S. Con. Res. 33 - FY26 Budget Resolution and H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act.  "While this reauthorization of FISA includes some modest reforms, it ult  more
Rep. Vasquez Votes Against $70 Billion Slush Fund for ICE, Stands Firm in Call for Real Reforms at DHS
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Gabriel Vasquez, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Vasquez Votes Against $70 Billion Slush Fund for ICE, Stands Firm in Call for Real Reforms at DHS * WASHINGTON, D.C. - On April 29, 2026, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) stood firm in his call for reforms at the Department of Homeland Security and voted against a resolution that would set the stage for the agency to receive a $70 billion blank check for violent immigration enfor  more
Research Appreciation Day returns in person, uniting North Texas student researchers
FORT WORTH, Texas, April 30 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * Research Appreciation Day returns in person, uniting North Texas student researchers * UNT Health Fort Worth's Division of Research and Innovation hosted its annual Research Appreciation Day on April 17, bringing 699 students, faculty and research partners together for the event's first in-person gathering since the COVID-19 pandemic. Students from UNT Health, the University of N  more
Review TRICARE benefits for survivors
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, April 30 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Review TRICARE benefits for survivors * FALLS CHURCH, Virginia - It can be a challenge when a family member passes away. You're dealing with not only the emotional sense of loss, but the many other details that require time, energy, and focus surrounding that loss. One of these concerns may be how your healthcare coverage may change. "Most importantly, T  more
SailPoint Inc. Highlights Security Risks and Recommendations for AI Agent Systems in NIST Public Comment
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- SailPoint Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the National Institute of Standards and Technology concerning security considerations for Artificial Intelligence agent systems. The letter responds to NIST's Request for Information on this subject, emphasizing the importance of secure development and deployment of AI agents to mitigate risks associated with their increasing capabilities and autonomy. SailPoint cautions that AI agent systems introduce unique security t  more
SEC Obtains Final Consent Judgment as to Texas Executive, His Entities Charged in Alleged Fraudulent Offering
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following litigation release (No. 4:26-cv-02721; S.D. Tex filed Apr. 6, 2026): * * * Securities and Exchange Commission v. Aaron Verdugo, et al., No. 4:26-cv-02721 (S.D. Tex filed Apr. 6, 2026) On April 27, 2026, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas entered a final judgment by consent as to Aaron Verdugo and his wholly owned entities, Verdugo Enterprizes, LLC dba BDaaSWorx and BDaaS Inc. (together, "B  more
Secretary Naig Issues Statement on USDA Confirmation of Pseudorabies in Swine Herds in Iowa and Texas
DES MOINES, Iowa, April 30 -- The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship issued the following news: * * * Secretary Naig Issues Statement on USDA Confirmation of Pseudorabies in Swine Herds in Iowa and Texas * DES MOINES, Iowa (April 30, 2026) - Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig today issued a statement after the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced confirmed cases of the pseudorabies virus in swine her  more
Self-healing networks improve reliability for more than 500,000 customers
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, April 30 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Entergy posted the following news release: * * * Self-healing networks improve reliability for more than 500,000 customers * Entergy has reached an important milestone in our work to build a stronger electric grid. Our self-healing networks are now helping improve power reliability for more than 500,000 customers across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Self-healing networks use smart technology to detect problems on a pow  more
Sen. Cruz Introduces Bill to Prevent Federal Land Overreach in West Texas
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Cruz Introduces Bill to Prevent Federal Land Overreach in West Texas * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) introduced the No FED in West Texas Act to prevent future administrations from implementing plans that would expand federal control over land in Texas. Sen. Cruz said, "West Texas is vital to economic growth and energy for Texans, and decisions about its land should belong to Texa  more
Senator Marshall: Young Americans Deserve the American Dream
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Marshall: Young Americans Deserve the American Dream * Senator Marshall Joins Cats and Cosby on WABC Washington - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined John Catsimatidis and Rita Cosby on WABC's Cats and Cosby to discuss bringing down the cost of living for young Americans. Click HERE or on the image above for Senator Marshall's full interview. On the cost of living:   more
SFA's Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture Names Weldon "Buddy" Alders Distinguished Alumnus
NACOGDOCHES, Texas, May 1 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news: * * * SFA's Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture names Weldon "Buddy" Alders Distinguished Alumnus Weldon "Buddy" Alders, a 1958 Stephen F. Austin State University graduate who earned a Bachelor of Science in agriculture, has been named the 2026 Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture Distinguished Alumnus. He is the owner and operator of Alders Companies in Dayton and Alders Farm  more
SLB's Luanda Performance Live Center Advances Operations in Africa
HOUSTON, Texas, April 30 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Schlumberger dba SLB issued the following news release: * * * SLB's Luanda Performance Live Center Advances Operations in Africa * First-year results show higher uptime, faster turnaround and more consistent operations One year after opening, SLB's Africa Performance Live Center (PLC) in Luanda has supported more than 100 digital and operational projects, improving equipment availability, reducing turnaround times and minimizing production   more
STAND UP AMERICA: FLORIDA GOP PASSES PARTISAN GERRYMANDERING SCHEME
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Stand Up America, an organization was born in 2016 as a digital-first grassroots community working to resist what they say is Donald Trump's corruption, racism and his threats to democracy, issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * FLORIDA GOP PASSES PARTISAN GERRYMANDERING SCHEME TALLAHASSEE, FL.-- Today, Republican lawmakers in Florida passed legislation redrawing the state's congressional districts to give their party four more seats in Congress, even   more
STAND UP AMERICA: SUPREME COURT EVISCERATES LAST REMNANTS OF VOTING RIGHTS ACT, OPENING DOOR TO JIM CROW GERRYMANDERING IN RED STATES
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Stand Up America, an organization was born in 2016 as a digital-first grassroots community working to resist what they say is Donald Trump's corruption, racism and his threats to democracy, issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * SUPREME COURT EVISCERATES LAST REMNANTS OF VOTING RIGHTS ACT, OPENING DOOR TO JIM CROW GERRYMANDERING IN RED STATES Today, the Supreme Court issued a decision striking down a congressional map in Louisiana with a second majorit  more
State Dept.: Diplomatic Security Service Investigation Exposes Counterfeit Passport Fraud Network, Leads to 10-Year Federal Sentence
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release on April 30, 2026: * * * Diplomatic Security Service Investigation Exposes Counterfeit Passport Fraud Network, Leads to 10-Year Federal Sentence The U.S. Department of State's Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) uncovered a sophisticated, multi-state fraud scheme built on counterfeit U.S. passport cards and stolen identities, resulting in significant federal prison sentences for two central figures. On April 7, 20  more
Statement on the Texas Tech University Course Content Guidelines
BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, May 1 -- The Organization of American Historians issued the following statement on April 30, 2026: * * * Statement on the Texas Tech University Course Content Guidelines The Organization of American Historians is opposed to the April 9, 2026 Course Content Guidelines issued by the Texas Tech University System. The Guidelines impose strict rules that will prevent faculty and students from engaging in coursework, instruction, and research that addresses sexual orientation   more
Steptoe Secures Early Win in Texas Business Court
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Steptoe, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Steptoe Secures Early Win in Texas Business Court (Houston) - Steptoe partner Jarod Stewart and associate Brent Hanson obtained a significant early litigation victory when the Texas Business Court dismissed fiduciary duty claims against the firm's clients. In a 14-page opinion dated April 23, 2026, Judge Melissa Andrews of the Business Court's Third Division held that "under the facts pleaded by Plaintiffs, (  more
Steube, Carter Introduce Bipartisan Save America's Families Forests Act
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. W. Greg Steube, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Steube, Carter Introduce Bipartisan Save America's Families Forests Act * WASHINGTON - Representatives Greg Steube (R-Fla.) Buddy Carter (R-Ga.), Terri Sewell (D-Ala.), Aaron Bean (R-Fla.), Mike Thompson (D-Calif.), Greg Murphy (R-N.C.), and Nathaniel Moran (R-Texas) today introduced the Save America's Family Forests Act. This bill would allow forest landowners to immediately expense reforestatio  more
Stop the Rail Merger Coalition Launches to Oppose Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern Merger
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 1 -- BNSF Railway, a freight transportation company, issued the following news release: * * * Stop the Rail Merger Coalition launches to oppose Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger A new coalition, launched today, unites a broad cross section of the U.S. economy in opposing the proposed merger of Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern rail lines. If allowed to move forward, the deal would create the largest consolidated railroad in U.S. history and give a single entity control  more
Students Build Career Confidence Through ISACA North Texas Professional Development Event
COMMERCE, Texas, April 30 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * Students Build Career Confidence Through ISACA North Texas Professional Development Event * Students from East Texas A&M University recently enhanced their professional readiness and industry exposure by participating in the ISACA North Texas "From Student to Professional 2026" event. This experience underscored the university's commitment to pre  more
Tarleton State Releases Updated Fort Worth Master Plan, Charts Vision for Transformational Growth
STEPHENVILLE, Texas, May 1 -- Tarleton State University issued the following news: * * * Tarleton State Releases Updated Fort Worth Master Plan, Charts Vision for Transformational Growth FORT WORTH, Texas -- Tarleton State University has released a new Tarleton State Fort Worth Master Plan, a bold and comprehensive vision that will guide the continued growth and development of the university's Fort Worth campus over the next two decades. The enhanced master plan outlines a strategic framewor  more
TCOM honored by City of Fort Worth during Osteopathic Medicine Week
FORT WORTH, Texas, April 30 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * TCOM honored by City of Fort Worth during Osteopathic Medicine Week * For the past 55 years, the Texas College of Osteoapthic Medicine has called Fort Worth home. This past week, the Fort Worth City Council declared the week of April 28 as Osteopathic Medicine Week in Fort Worth. The City honored the hard work of TCOM faculty, staff and students, as well as Andrew Taylor Still, the  more
TCOM student's initiative honors custodial staff through service, health and heart
FORT WORTH, Texas, April 30 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * TCOM student's initiative honors custodial staff through service, health and heart * At UNT Health Fort Worth, a simple conversation in a student lounge became something much bigger: a reminder that some of the most important people on campus are often the ones working quietly in the background. For Jenny Steward, a first-year Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine student, the id  more
Team UroVac wins top engineering prize for bladder cancer device at Rice's Huff OEDK Showcase
HOUSTON, Texas, April 30 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Team UroVac wins top engineering prize for bladder cancer device at Rice's Huff OEDK Showcase * Team UroVac won the top prize at Rice University's Huff OEDK Engineering Design Showcase April 16 at the Ion, earning the $5,000 Woods-Leazar Innovation Award for its device designed to improve bladder cancer surgery. The event featured nearly 400 students across 75 teams, supported by 95 judges, faculty, alumni a  more
Temple High School Students Tour CRDAMC, Explore Healthcare Careers
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 30 -- The U.S. Army Medicine posted the following news: * * * Temple High School Students Tour CRDAMC, Explore Healthcare Careers * Temple High School medical students visited Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center for a guided tour of key hospital departments, gaining firsthand insight into health care careers and creating an interest in what military medicine can offer them. The visit exposed students to real-world medical environments and highlighted a range of ca  more
Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Urges EPA to Approve Emergency Exemption for New World Screwworm Control
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association submitted a public comment letter to the United States Environmental Protection Agency supporting the U.S. Department of Agriculture's request for an emergency exemption and registration of NovoFly, a genetically engineered male-only New World screwworm pesticide. TSCRA represents approximately 28,000 members involved in beef production and natural resource stewardship across Texas and the Southwest. TSCRA emphasized   more
Texas A&M AgriLife Research Advocates for NovoFly Approval to Combat New World Screwworm
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Texas AgriLife Extension Service submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency endorsing the approval of the NovoFly biopesticide under the Section 3 product registration process. The organizations highlighted the urgent need for this technology to address the resurgence of the New World screwworm, a parasitic fly posing a renewed threat to livestock and wildlife in Texas after a 44-year absence. The letter   more
Texas A&M Engineering: Taking Student Research From the Lab to the Global Stage
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 1 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Taking student research from the lab to the global stage By Maddi Busby, College of Engineering Dr. Astrid Layton has seen firsthand how quickly research can become isolating for students -- hours spent troubleshooting, refining and questioning what isn't working. Through the Donna Walker Faculty Fellowship, she is improving that experience by giving students the opportunity to   more
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi: Island University to Celebrate Spring 2026 Commencement Saturday, May 16
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, May 1 -- Texas AandM University Corpus Christi campus issued the following news: * * * Island University to Celebrate Spring 2026 Commencement Saturday, May 16 Dr. Nelly Garcia Blow, chief medical officer at Amistad Health, will deliver the commencement address. Greg Chandler Caps and gowns will replace textbooks as Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi celebrates its spring commencement ceremonies. On Saturday, May 16, the Hilliard Center will fill with the cheers of f  more
Texas Lutheran University Sumners Scholar Announced: Andie Lozano-Lomeli Awarded $40,000 Scholarship
SEGUIN, Texas, May 1 -- Texas Lutheran University issued the following news: * * * Texas Lutheran University Sumners Scholar Announced: Andie Lozano-Lomeli Awarded $40,000 Scholarship Andie Lozano-Lomeli, a sophomore communication studies and political science double major at Texas Lutheran University was recently awarded a $40,000 scholarship by the Sumners Foundation of Irving, Texas. Scholarships are awarded by the Foundation based on civic engagement, academic excellence, a capacity for l  more
Texas Parks & Wildlife Dept. Provides Data on Proposal to Remove Geocarpon Minimum From Endangered Species List
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding the agency's proposal to remove Geocarpon minimum from the Federal List of Endangered and Threatened Plants. TPWD did not take a stance on the removal but offered species-specific information relevant to Texas populations and conservation considerations. The comment letter indicated that while several recovery criteria have been met for the plant in o  more
The Big Long List of U.S. AI Laws
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 30 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * The Big Long List of U.S. AI Laws * Did you ever think that AI, as a new technology, is barely regulated in the U.S.? Think again! Below, we catalog certain state laws regulating the development and use of AI systems and technologies, passed between 2019-2026. This list focuses on legislative initiatives that are currently in effect, or are expected to take effect soon, that impa  more
Third time is a charm as "The 5-minute Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Consult" publishes its third edition
FORT WORTH, Texas, April 30 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * Third time is a charm as "The 5-minute Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Consult" publishes its third edition * David C. Mason, DO, MBA, CPPS, FACOFP, is an expert and renowned for his work in Osteopathic Medicine, and his career shows just how passionate he is about his profession. Among all of the accolades this distinguished DO has received, there is one that might be overlooked  more
This Alumnus and Registered Dietitian's Risk to Attend Texas Tech Grad School Paid Off
LUBBOCK, Texas, May 1 -- Texas Tech University issued the following news: * * * This Alumnus and Registered Dietitian's Risk to Attend Texas Tech Grad School Paid Off Dylan Bailey knew one expert worth attending a university in a state where he had no connections. The result was an experience that launched him into a lucrative career. Writer: Ashlyn Grotegut, ashlyn.grotegut@ttu.edu He laughs about it now, but Dylan Bailey admits moving into an apartment he found listed on Craigslist was a   more
Two become one: Air Force launches HRA
RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, April 29 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: * * * Two become one: Air Force launches HRA * 81st Training Wing  KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. -The U.S. Air Force is merging the administration and personnel career fields into one, streamlined human resources and administration (HRA) career field. Over the next year, Airmen will see improved efficiency, and expanded opportunities across the force. "This is a great opportun  more
U.S. DOT Secretary Sean Duffy Opens the 11th Annual SMS Industry Forum
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 1 -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * U.S. DOT Secretary Sean Duffy opens the 11th annual SMS Industry Forum American Airlines CEO Robert Isom and U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy opened the 11th annual Safety Management System (SMS) Industry Forum with a fireside chat focused on the state of aviation safety in 2026. The conversation marked the first time a cabinet secretary has addressed the SMS Industry Forum, and it set the tone for the mult  more
U.S. Green Building Council Announces 2026 LEED for Cities Certification Cohort
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, April 28 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release: * * * U.S. Green Building Council Announces 2026 LEED for Cities Certification Cohort * WASHINGTON, DC - The U.S. Green Building Council ( USGBC ) today announced the 2026 cohort for its LEED for Cities certification program. The cohort includes 17 cities from across the U.S. that are committed to certification under the LEED v4.1 Existing Citi  more
Undergraduate research advances real-world solutions at Klesse College's Tech Symposium
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 30 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * Undergraduate research advances real-world solutions at Klesse College's Tech Symposium * From mitigating urban heat to finding solutions to treat endometriosis, undergraduate students are transforming their classroom knowledge into thoughtful, impactful and innovative real-world solutions through their research. This undergraduate research took center stage at Klesse College of Engineering  more
University of Texas-Austin: Bradley Staats Appointed Dean of McCombs School of Business
AUSTIN, Texas, May 1 -- The University of Texas issued the following news release: * * * Bradley Staats Appointed Dean of McCombs School of Business He will begin his appointment on July 1, succeeding Lillian Mills, who has served as dean since 2020 and will return to the Shulkin Department of Accounting as a distinguished faculty member. The University of Texas at Austin has named Bradley Staats as the next dean of the McCombs School of Business. Staats, who currently serves as the Ellison   more
USDA Confirms Pseudorabies in Swine Herds in Iowa and Texas
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service issued the following news on April 30, 2026: * * * USDA Confirms Pseudorabies in Swine Herds in Iowa and Texas Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) confirmed via ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay) and latex agglutination testing (LAT) a detection of antibodies to pseudorabies virus (  more
USDA Urges EPA to Approve NovoFly Male-Only GE New World Screwworm for Enhanced Pest Control
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has submitted a public comment letter to the Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's consideration of NovoFlyTM, a genetically engineered male-only New World Screwworm strain designed for sterile insect technique use. The letter highlights USDA's support for EPA's review of the active ingredients, LshidAla2 and tTAo proteins, in NovoFlyTM and encourages approval for both a Section 18 emergency exemption and a full Section   more
UT San Antonio Awarded $44 Million NIH Contract to Advance Landmark RURAL Cohort Study
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 1 -- The University of Texas Health San Antonio issued the following news release: * * * UT San Antonio awarded $44 million NIH contract to advance landmark RURAL Cohort Study The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) has been awarded a five-year, $44 million contract from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute of the National Institutes of Health for a landmark study focused on persistent health challenges in the rural South. The Risk Underlying   more
UT San Antonio Global Study Center Italy marks 15 years of immersive learning in Urbino
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 30 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * UT San Antonio Global Study Center Italy marks 15 years of immersive learning in Urbino * For 15 years, the Global Study Center Italy has provided UT San Antonio students with immersive international learning experiences in the historic city of Urbino. What began as a small architecture-focused program has grown into a multidisciplinary academic hub that has given more than 2,000 students the  more
UT San Antonio joins UT System launch of Texas-OSPO to advance open-source innovation
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 30 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * UT San Antonio joins UT System launch of Texas-OSPO to advance open-source innovation * UT San Antonio is among the founding institutions in the newly launched Texas Open Source Program Office (Texas-OSPO), a University of Texas System initiative that will expand the use, development and stewardship of open source software across the state's public research universities. This launch will supp  more
Utah-Led Coalition to Secure Final Approval in $700 Million Google Settlement Over App Store Monopoly
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, May 1 -- Utah Attorney General Derek Brown posted the following news on April 30, 2026: * * * Utah-Led Coalition to Secure Final Approval in $700 Million Google Settlement over App Store Monopoly Today, a federal court stated that it will approve a $700 million settlement in a Utah-led antitrust lawsuit against Google. The lawsuit challenged Google's control over Android app distribution and in-app payments. The approval of the settlement ends a five-year case and gives   more
Virginia Tech: No Digital Content is Safe From Generative AI, Researchers Say
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, May 1 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * No digital content is safe from generative AI, researchers say Cybersecurity researchers discovered that simple artificial intelligence tools can defeat security techniques meant to protect authentic content from use in deepfakes, facial identity theft, or artistic style mimicry. By Tonia Moxley A research team led by Virginia Tech cybersecurity expert Bimal Viswanath has found a critical blind spot in t  more
Virginia Tech: Study Finds Task Switching Raises Risk in Transplant Surgeries
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, May 1 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * New study finds task switching raises risk in transplant surgeries By Jacob Levin When transplant surgeons switched between different organ types in consecutive surgeries, one-year mortality rates in patients increased by 14.8 percent, according to new Virginia Tech research. The findings suggest that scheduling and workflow changes could help reduce these risks -- and the implications may extend beyond m  more
WashU Law to host Model Constitutional Convention
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, April 30 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news: * * * WashU Law to host Model Constitutional Convention * If you could change anything about the United States Constitution, what would it be? College students from around the country will have an opportunity to debate that question when the School of Law at Washington University in St. Louis holds a national Model Constitutional Convention May 21-24. Bringing together undergraduate, graduate a  more
Wastewater Action Alliance Urges CDC to Expand National Wastewater Surveillance System
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Wastewater Action Alliance submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention supporting the continuation and expansion of the National Wastewater Surveillance System. The letter urges the CDC to renew the data collection for this system for three years and to enhance its geographic coverage, data quality, pathogen monitoring, and public accessibility. WAA, a 501(c)(4) organization focused on advancing wastewater monitoring for infect  more
WATCH: Padilla Sounds Alarm After Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Protections
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * WATCH: Padilla Sounds Alarm After Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Protections * Padilla Joins Senate Democrats in Launching Election Protection Effort WASHINGTON, D.C. - In the wake of today's Supreme Court ruling impacting voting rights, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) delivered remarks along with Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Senate Democrats as they unveiled a  more
Whip Emmer Touts More Than 500 Key Stakeholders Supporting the House-Passed Farm Bill
WASHINGTON, April 30 (Rep.) -- House Republican Whip Tom Emmer, R-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * Whip Emmer Touts More Than 500 Key Stakeholders Supporting the House-Passed Farm Bill * House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) today announced that more than 500 key stakeholder groups came out in support of H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, ahead of the bill's successful passage through the U.S. House of Representatives. H.R. 7567, or the Farm Bi  more
Xcel Energy gains approval for natural gas plant in southwest Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 30 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Xcel Energy issued the following news release: * * * Xcel Energy gains approval for natural gas plant in southwest Minnesota * MINNEAPOLIS (April 30, 2026) -Xcel Energy will start constructing a new natural gas peaking plant this summer to support grid reliability, delivering service to customers when renewable energy in southwest Minnesota isn't available and at times of peak demand, after receiving approvals this week from the Minne  more
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