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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Texas Newsletter for Friday May 15, 2026 ( 110 items )  

20 Members of the Class of 2026 Recognized at Commencement with Academic and Citizenship Awards
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 14 -- Vanderbilt Law School posted the following news: * * * 20 Members of the Class of 2026 Recognized at Commencement with Academic and Citizenship Awards * Twenty members of the Class of 2026 received academic honors, journal awards, citizenship and leadership awards, or recognition from the Vanderbilt Bar Association. Award recipients recognized in the Commencement program are listed below: Academic Awards Nicholas Wallenburgh of Lexena, Kansas received the   more

ACLU-Texas: Court Blocks Key Provisions of S.B. 4, Texas' Extreme Anti-Immigration Law
HOUSTON, Texas, May 15 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Texas issued the following news release: * * * Court Blocks Key Provisions of S.B. 4, Texas' Extreme Anti-Immigration Law The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas granted provisional class certification and a motion for preliminary injunction Thursday blocking four key provisions of Texas Senate Bill 4 (88-4). In his order, the judge states that "S.B. 4 could open the door to each state passing its own   more

After Trump Reinstates Fired FEMA Chief, Pallone Warns Agency Is 'dangerously unprepared' Weeks Before Hurricane Season
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * After Trump Reinstates Fired FEMA Chief, Pallone Warns Agency Is 'dangerously unprepared' Weeks Before Hurricane Season * NJ Congressman Demands FEMA Briefing Within 14 Days as Agency Cycles Through Third Interim Leader Under Trump WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Frank Pallone Jr., Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, today sent a letter to President Trump requesting a br  more

AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Plan to Launch New Joint Venture That Helps End Dead Zones
DALLAS, Texas, May 15 -- AT&T issued the following news release: * * * AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Plan to Launch New Joint Venture that Helps End Dead Zones Further expands American wireless leadership by boosting coverage and connectivity for underserved communities in remote regions, through joint efforts including enhanced satellite capacity Key Takeaways: * The Joint Venture (JV) will accelerate American leadership in next-generation direct-to-device (D2D) communications by using sate  more

Attorney General Ken Paxton Sends Letters Prohibiting Over 130 Texas Cities from Illegally Raising Taxes After They Failed to be Transparent With Taxpayers
AUSTIN, Texas, May 14 -- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Ken Paxton Sends Letters Prohibiting Over 130 Texas Cities from Illegally Raising Taxes After They Failed to be Transparent With Taxpayers * Attorney General Ken Paxton sent letters to over 130 different Texas cities to notify them that they are prohibited from raising ad valorem taxes above the no-new-revenue tax rate. This action follows Attorney General Paxton's investigati  more

Axiom Space to Establish Japan Subsidiary to Serve Growing Asia-Pacific Demand
HOUSTON, Texas, May 15 -- Axiom Space Inc., a provider of human spaceflight services and developer of human-rated space infrastructure, issued the following news release: * * * Axiom Space to Establish Japan Subsidiary to Serve Growing Asia-Pacific Demand Axiom Space announced during a press conference in Tokyo, May 14, that it is establishing Axiom Space Japan -- a wholly owned subsidiary that will deepen its operational presence in the region and expand the business and strategic opportuni  more

Brownsville graduate transforms student leadership - and her own voice - at UTRGV
BROWNSVILLE, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley posted the following news: * * * Brownsville graduate transforms student leadership - and her own voice - at UTRGV * BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS - MAY 14, 2026 - For Erica Coronado, graduating from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley means more than finishing a degree. The Brownsville native leaves UTRGV with stronger confidence, and a lasting leadership impact through her work with the university's Center for Student Invol  more

Case Western Reserve: Class of 2025 Achieves Impressive Results in First Destination Survey
CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 15 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * Class of 2025 achieves impressive results in First Destination Survey Despite a challenging labor market and increased competition amid advances in artificial intelligence, the Class of 2025 reports remarkable post-graduation achievements. Story by: Meg Herrel The Class of 2025 began their college journeys in the fall of 2021, as college campuses and the world reopened following the disruption of the  more

Castro Push to Add Texas and Latino Artists to National Recording Registry Lands 3 Additions
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Castro Push to Add Texas and Latino Artists to National Recording Registry Lands 3 Additions * May 14, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20), Vice Chair of Diversity and Inclusion for the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and longtime advocate for Latino representation in the media, celebrates this morning's announcement that the Library of Congress has selected three of his  more

Celebrating Excellence: Texas Lutheran University's First Doctoral Graduates
SEGUIN, Texas, May 15 -- Texas Lutheran University issued the following news: * * * Celebrating Excellence: Texas Lutheran University's First Doctoral Graduates Commencement day on the Texas Lutheran University campus, while it brings a mix of smiles and tears, is always a joyful time. The day features numerous long-held traditions--like the singing of the school song, elaborately decorated mortarboards, a visit from Bulldog mascot Tallulah, the turning of the tassels, the ringing of the Vict  more

Census Bureau: Population Growth Holds Steady in Midsized Cities Amid Widespread Slowdown
WASHINGTON, May 15 (TNSrep) -- The U.S. Census Bureau issued the following news release on May 14, 2026: * * * Population Growth Holds Steady in Midsized Cities Amid Widespread Slowdown Largest Cities Faced Sharpest Declines in Population Growth * Amid a widespread national slowdown in population growth, midsized cities remained close to the previous year's patterns between July 1, 2024, and July 1, 2025. Drop-offs in average growth were steeper among the largest cities, according to U.S. C  more

City of Hope Convenes HHS Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., NIH Dir. Jay Bhattacharya, and Nation's Leading Cancer Centers for Symposium to Advance Microbiome Science
DUARTE, California, May 14 -- City of Hope issued the following news release: * * * City of Hope Convenes HHS Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., NIH Dir. Jay Bhattacharya, and Nation's Leading Cancer Centers for Symposium to Advance Microbiome Science Scientific symposium and meeting between cancer center leaders and top U.S. health officials focused on the microbiome's impact on cancer prevention and treatment, and strengthening cancer research more broadly. * LOS ANGELES -- City of Hope(R), one  more

College of Nursing and Health Professions Recognizes Top Graduating Students
JONESBORO, Arkansas, May 14 -- Arkansas State University posted the following news: * * * College of Nursing and Health Professions Recognizes Top Graduating Students * JONESBORO - The departments and school in the College of Nursing and Health Professions at Arkansas State University have announced their end-of-year academic awards. By area, the award winners are: Department of Communication Disorders Bachelor of Science (BS) Academic Scholars: Macie Hatch of Lake City, Avery Billin  more

Congressional delegation demands answers on Taiwan's exclusion from WTO conference
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Linda T. Sanchez, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Congressional delegation demands answers on Taiwan's exclusion from WTO conference * WASHINGTON - Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee Ranking Member Linda T. Sanchez (D-Calif.), Trade Subcommittee Chairman Adrian Smith (R-Neb.), Congresswoman Judy Chu (D-Calif.), chair emerita of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, and 23 colleagues today called on World Trade Organization Director-  more

Congressman Cuellar, Ambassador Flores Bermudez Address Human Smuggling Networks Following Laredo Rail Yard Deaths
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Cuellar, Ambassador Flores Bermudez Address Human Smuggling Networks Following Laredo Rail Yard Deaths * U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) met today with Ambassador Roberto Flores Bermudez of Honduras to discuss regional issues affecting both the United States and Central America, including the ongoing investigation into the deaths of Mexican and Honduran nationals found inside  more

Congressman Keith Self Introduces Bill to Ban Illegal Aliens from American Banking System
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Keith Self, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Keith Self Introduces Bill to Ban Illegal Aliens from American Banking System * Congressman Keith Self (TX-03) introduced the House companion to Senator Tom Cotton's legislation to ban illegal aliens in the United States from accessing the American banking system. The bill, titled the Know Your American Customer Act, requires insured banks and credit unions to verify the citizenship or lawful  more

Cornyn, Fetterman Introduce Bill to Give American Energy Producers Certainty, Safeguard Against Anti-LNG Policies
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following news: * * * Cornyn, Fetterman Introduce Bill to Give American Energy Producers Certainty, Safeguard Against Anti-LNG Policies * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and John Fetterman (D-PA) introduced the LNG Export Security Act, which would amend current law to provide certainty to American energy producers and ensure future administrations cannot take advantage of vague language to enact policies that stifle Li  more

Cornyn, Welch Bill to Help Solve Cold Cases Passes Senate Judiciary Committee During National Police Week
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following news: * * * Cornyn, Welch Bill to Help Solve Cold Cases Passes Senate Judiciary Committee During National Police Week * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Peter Welch (D-VT) released the following statements after their Carla Walker Act, which would dedicate existing federal grant funds to support forensic genetic genealogy (FGG) DNA analysis and help solve previously unsolvable cold cases, passed the Senate  more

CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Minka Bardon Series Pendant Light Fixtures
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert: * * * Name of Product: Minka Bardon Series Pendant Light Fixtures Hazard: The recalled light fixture's frame can detach from the pendant downrod during installation, posing a risk of serious injury or death from an impact hazard. Remedy: Refund Recall Date: May 14, 2026 Units: About 170 Consumer Contact: Minka Lighting Group toll-free at 888-390-3989 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT, email at minkabard  more

DAF Selects Partner for Commercialized On-Base Lodging
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, May 15 -- The U.S. Air Force Civil Engineer Center issued the following news: * * * DAF selects partner for commercialized on-base lodging ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) -- The Department of the Air Force has selected a commercial partnership team for the Commercial On-Base Lodging initiative, announced in May 2025, that will allow the department to transition its on-base lodging capability across the U.S. and its territories. The DAF has selected Centinel Publ  more

Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: Trump Admits He Doesn't Think About Americans' Financial Situation & GOP Senate Candidates Are Proving They Don't Either
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Trump Admits He Doesn't Think About Americans' Financial Situation & GOP Senate Candidates Are Proving They Don't Either As families in Senate battleground states across the country struggle with rising costs across the board, surging inflation, gas price spikes in every single state, and a worsening and more costly health care crisis, Donald Trump made clear that Republicans "don't thi  more

East Texas A&M Students Showcase AI Innovation at 2026 Hackathon
COMMERCE, Texas, May 14 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * East Texas A&M Students Showcase AI Innovation at 2026 Hackathon * East Texas A&M University students shined at the 2026 University Hackathon, the largest innovation and problem-solving competition in East Texas, held March 24-31 at the university's Dallas campus. Hosted annually by East Texas A&M, the Hackathon challenged student teams to solve   more

FCC Issues Notice of Violation to Houston Radio Station Licensee
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- The Federal Communications Commission Enforcement Bureau has issued a Notice of Violation to Centro Cristiano De Vida Eterna, the licensee of FM translator station K231CN (File No.: EB-FIELDSCR-25-00039399). The action follows an inspection conducted by agents from the Dallas Office on Sept. 9-10, 2025, which uncovered multiple regulatory infractions. According to the Commission, the Houston-based station failed to comply with federal rules regarding signal retransmission   more

FCC Issues Notice of Violation to Texas Youth Organization Regarding Station KRQP-LP
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- The Federal Communications Commission Enforcement Bureau has issued a notice of violation to the Texas Youth Organization, the licensee of low-power FM station KRQP-LP (File No.: EB-FIELDSCR-26-00040075). The action follows an investigation into the station's failure to maintain its required operating schedule and its failure to notify federal authorities of a cessation in broadcasting. On February 3, 2026, an agent from the Enforcement Bureau's Dallas Office investigated   more

Fed Governor Barr Issues Speech At the Money Marketeers of New York University
NEW YORK, May 15 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following speech on May 14, 2026, by Governor Michael S. Barr at the Money Marketeers of New York University: * * * Efficient and Effective Central Banking: Beyond the Balance Sheet Thank you for the opportunity to speak to you today./1 There has been a lot of discussion of late about reducing the size of the balance sheet of the Federal Reserve to reduce our "footprint" in the financial system. I think it is important to frame the discussio  more

FERC Opens Review of Louisiana Gas Compression Project Proposed by Kinetica Energy Express
WASHINGTON, May 14 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission opened a public review period for a proposed $40 million natural gas infrastructure project in Louisiana filed by Kinetica Energy Express LLC, Houston, Texas. According to the commission, Kinetica filed a request on May 1 seeking authorization under its blanket certificate to construct and install an 11,110-horsepower compressor unit along with metering and related facilities tied to the KP-FIN Project. The facilities would  more

FERC Releases Environmental Review for Mississippi Compressor Station Project
WASHINGTON, May 14 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission released an environmental assessment for a proposed natural gas infrastructure upgrade in Attala County, Mississippi, concluding that the project would not create major environmental impacts if approved. The review covers the Kosciusko Compressor Station Replacement Project proposed by Texas Eastern Transmission LP, Houston. The company seeks authorization to remove 14 aging reciprocating compressor units and install three g  more

FHLB Dallas and Woodforest National Bank Award $150K Grant to Mexican American Unity Council
DALLAS, Texas, May 14 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release: * * * FHLB Dallas and Woodforest National Bank Award $150K Grant to Mexican American Unity Council * SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, May 14, 2026-A $150,000 Pathway Fund grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) to the Mexican American Unity Council (MAUC) will help families prevent and address heirs' property issues in San Antonio, T  more

Five internships lead College of AI, Cyber and Computing student to solutions engineering role at FICO
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * Five internships lead College of AI, Cyber and Computing student to solutions engineering role at FICO * This story is part of a series highlighting the university's outstanding graduates crossing the stage on May 16. Alessandro Espinosa, a senior in the College of AI, Cyber and Computing, is preparing to graduate with two degrees in computer science and software engineering. As he looks ahea  more

Fowler Museum at the University of California, Los Angeles Identifies Tribal Connections in Illinois Collection
WASHINGTON, May 13 (TNSFR) -- The Fowler Museum at the University of California, Los Angeles has completed an inventory of Native American human remains and funerary objects linked to tribes across the Midwest and Plains, according to a notice published by the National Park Service under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. The collection includes human remains representing at least 62 individuals and seven ceramic sherds recovered from the Fisher Site in Will County, Ill  more

Governor Abbott Announces USG Corporation Expansion In Orange
AUSTIN, Texas, May 14 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Announces USG Corporation Expansion In Orange * Governor Greg Abbott today announced a USG Corporation production facility in Orange as a qualified project under the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation (JETI) program. USG is expanding its presence in Texas with a new production facility that represents a $1.175 billion investment over the life of the project and will create  more

HACU seeks nominations for Alumni Network officer
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 14 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities posted the following news release: * * * HACU seeks nominations for Alumni Network officer * The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities is seeking nominations for the inaugural HACU Alumni Network Executive Committee, an expansion of the alumni community in support of the organization's mission. Peer and self-nominations will be accepted for the following officer positions:   more

Halliburton Deploys VersaFlex Expandable Liner Hanger System in the Caspian Sea
HOUSTON, Texas, May 15 -- Halliburton Co., a provider of products and services to the energy industry, issued the following news release: * * * Halliburton deploys VersaFlex(R) expandable liner hanger system in the Caspian Sea Halliburton successfully deployed its VersaFlex(R) expandable liner hanger system in the bp-operated Azeri-Chirag-Gunashli (ACG) project offshore Azerbaijan in the Caspian Sea. The operation reinforces the companies' long-standing collaboration and demonstrates Hallibur  more

Harvard Peabody Museum Identifies Cultural Ties for Illinois Native American Remains
WASHINGTON, May 15 (TNSFR) -- The Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, has completed an inventory of Native American human remains tied to archaeological sites in Illinois and determined that the remains share cultural affiliation with tribes across the Midwest and Plains, according to a notice published by the National Park Service. The museum, identified in the notice as PMAE, said the remains represent at least 40 individuals recovered   more

HH Fresh Trading. Recalls TW Enoki Mushrooms 150g Because of Possible Health Risk
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * HH Fresh Trading. Recalls TW Enoki Mushrooms 150g Because of Possible Health Risk Summary Company Announcement Date: May 13, 2026 FDA Publish Date: May 14, 2026 Product Type: Food & Beverages Foodborne Illness Reason for Announcement: Product found positive for Listeria monocytogenes Company Name: HH Fresh Trading Brand Name: HH Fresh Trading Pr  more

Home Run! ESPN scores most-consumed college softball regular season on record
BRISTOL, Connecticut, May 14 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Home Run! ESPN scores most-consumed college softball regular season on record * The 2026 college softball regular season was one for the books as ESPN scored its most-consumed season on record with more than 2 billion minutes of game coverage consumed across its networks. Additionally, the season averaged 292,000 viewers, becoming ESPN's most-watched college softball   more

House Blue Dogs Endorse Bills to Support Local Law Enforcement During National Police Week
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- The Blue Dog Coalition issued the following news release: * * * House Blue Dogs Endorse Bills to Support Local Law Enforcement During National Police Week * WASHINGTON D.C. -In conjunction with National Police Week, the Blue Dog Coalition issued the following statement endorsing a slate of bills focused on safeguarding our communities including H.R.1551 - Protect and Serve Act of 2025, H.R.2094 - HELPER Act of 2025, and H.R.2711 - Invest to Protect Act of 2025 : "Dur  more

HPE Unifies Global Distribution With Ingram Micro and TD SYNNEX
SPRING, Texas, May 15 -- Hewlett Packard Enterprise, an information technology company, issued the following news release on May 14, 2026: * * * HPE unifies global distribution with Ingram Micro and TD SYNNEX Global model anchored by strong regional and specialist distributors positions partners to capture opportunities across HPE's full portfolio In this article * HPE selects Ingram Micro and TD SYNNEX as its two worldwide distributors, aiming to make it easier for partners to transact and  more

ICE Asks Dallas Officials to Not Release Two Illegal Aliens After Shooting that Killed an Unborn Baby
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release: * * * ICE Asks Dallas Officials to Not Release Two Illegal Aliens After Shooting that Killed an Unborn Baby * 7 of the 10 safest cities cooperate with ICE WASHINGTON - The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued the following statement after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) lodged a detainer asking officials in Dallas, Texas to not release two illegal aliens fa  more

ICYMI: Rep. Troy E. Nehls & Fort Bend County Sheriff's Deputies Join House GOP Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain for a Press Conference in Honor of National Police Week
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Troy Nehls, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Rep. Troy E. Nehls & Fort Bend County Sheriff's Deputies Join House GOP Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain for a Press Conference in Honor of National Police Week * WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22), along with Fort Bend County, Texas, Sheriff's Deputies, joined House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-MI-09), Representative John Rutherford (R-FL-05), Repre  more

ICYMI: Senator Coons Leads Bipartisan Group of Senators Highlighting Chinese Threat to American Interests Ahead of Xi Summit
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Christopher Coons, D-Delaware, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Senator Coons leads bipartisan group of senators highlighting Chinese threat to American interests ahead of Xi Summit In case you missed it, earlier this month, U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.) led a bipartisan group of 16 senators affirming concern over the growing threat China poses to our nation's security and economic prosperity. The introduction of the re  more

IEEFA: Court Ruling on Texas Anti-ESG Law May Save State From Self-inflicted Economic Wound
WASHINGTON, May 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis issued the following briefing note on March 30, 2026 by Dan Cohn and Suzanne Mattei entitled "Court ruling on Texas anti-ESG law may save state from self-inflicted economic wound." Here are excerpts: * * * Key Findings A federal court ruling striking down a Texas "anti-ESG" law may have far-reaching effects. The law was designed to prevent public pension managers and government contractors from boycott  more

Indiana University Moves to Return Native American Remains and Burial Objects
WASHINGTON, May 13 (TNSFR) -- Indiana University has completed an inventory of Native American human remains and burial objects and determined cultural affiliations with more than two dozen tribal nations, according to a notice published in the Federal Register. The Bloomington-based university said the inventory was conducted under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, known as NAGPRA. University officials identified human remains representing 52 individuals along with fi  more

Institute for Energy Economics & Financial Analysis: 'Ammonia Build-out: Recipe for Risks'
LAKEWOOD, Ohio, May 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis issued the following report on March 12, 2026 by Todd Leahy, Trey Cowan, Anika Juhn and Michelle (Chaewon) Kim entitled "Ammonia build-out: Recipe for risks." Here are excerpts: * * * Key Findings Ammonia build-out would likely have only a limited impact on local jobs, as the ratio of jobs per unit of ammonia production has plummeted--from 2001-2024, production rose by 53.5% while the number of dire  more

Interior Dept. National Park Service Seeks Public Comment on Historic Place Nominations Across 14 States
WASHINGTON, May 14 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Interior National Park Service is seeking public comment on dozens of properties nominated for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, including sites in Connecticut, Maine, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Wisconsin, California, Colorado and Alaska. The agency said comments must be submitted by May 28, 2026, for nominations received before May 2. The notice includes historic districts, schools, shipwreck  more

Judge Carter Testifies at Rules on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. John Carter, R-Texas, chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, issued the following news release: * * * Judge Carter Testifies at Rules on H.R. 8469 Today, House Appropriations Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee Chairman John Carter (R-TX) testified before the House Committee on Rules in support of H.R. 8469, the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations A  more

Keiser (Fla.) Junior Two-Way Standout Ashlea Klam Tabbed NAIA Flag Player of the Year
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, May 15 -- The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics posted the following news release: * * * Keiser (Fla.) Junior Two-Way Standout Ashlea Klam Tabbed NAIA Flag Player of the Year Keiser (Fla.) junior safety and wide receiver Ashlea Klam is the 2026 NAIA Women's Flag Football Player of the Year after leading the Seahawks to the title game of the Inaugural NAIA Women's Flag Football Invitational. A two-way standout from Austin, Texas, Klam picked off 12 passe  more

Lettieri Named Academic All-American Trial Advocate by National Association of Legal Advocacy Educators
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, May 13 -- Samford University issued the following news release: * * * Lettieri Named Academic All-American Trial Advocate by National Association of Legal Advocacy Educators * Melina Lettieri, JD '26, was named an Academic All-American Trial Advocate by the National Association of Legal Advocacy Educators (NALAE), recognizing excellence in academics, advocacy and leadership. Now in its second year, the Academic All-American Advocate distinction highlights a select grou  more

Life Flight Network to Expand Bell Fleet With Three New Bell 407GXis
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 15 -- Bell Textron, a subsidiary of Textron, issued the following news release: * * * Life Flight Network to Expand Bell Fleet with Three New Bell 407GXis Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the order of three additional Bell 407GXis by Life Flight Network, the largest not-for-profit air medical program in the country with the largest Bell HEMS fleet, operating 35 Bell aircraft. These new mission-ready Bell 407GXis will join their fleet to c  more

Littler Issues Commentary: Department of Labor Restores Salary Levels for FLSA White Collar Exemptions
SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 15 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following commentary on May 14, 2026, by shareholder Christian A. Angotti, Dimitrios Markos and Robert W. Pritchard: * * * Department of Labor Restores Salary Levels for FLSA White Collar Exemptions On May 14, 2026, the Wage and Hour Division (WHD) of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced the publication of a technical amendment designed to unwind a 2024 regulation and restore the 2019 regulation establishing the sala  more

LPL Financial Welcomes Fifteen:22 Financial Partners
AUSTIN, Texas, May 15 -- LPL Financial Holdings Inc., an investment advisory firm company, posted the following news release on May 14, 2026: * * * LPL Financial Welcomes Fifteen:22 Financial Partners "LPL's platform provides sophisticated resources for both advisors and clients, which is increasingly important as expectations evolve across generations. Joining LPL positions our firm to better serve our clients today while preparing us for the future." - Douglas Bennett * SAN DIEGO - LPL Fi  more

LULAC: Leading Latino Organizations Launch New Coalition to Mobilize Latino Voters in Key Battlegrounds
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- LULAC, the League of United Latin American Citizens, issued the following news release on May 14, 2026: * * * Leading Latino Organizations Launch New Coalition to Mobilize Latino Voters in Key Battlegrounds Coalition will coordinate voter registration, year-round organizing, data-informed outreach, and trusted messenger programs, with Carlos Eduardo Espina serving as an ambassador * Today, the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), UnidosUS Action Fund, Mi F  more

Mackinac Center for Public Policy: False Promise of Film Incentives
MIDLAND, Michigan, May 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Mackinac Center for Public Policy issued the following study on April 14, 2026 entitled "The False Promise of Film Incentives". The study was written by Dr. Michael Thom. Here are excerpts: * * * Introduction State and local governments in the United States have used economic development incentives for more than 100 years. Incentives typically take the form of special tax favors or subsidies to certain industries or businesses. These policies grew i  more

Medical Readiness Command, Europe conducts Change of Command
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 14 -- The U.S. Army Medicine posted the following news: * * * Medical Readiness Command, Europe conducts Change of Command * SEMBACH, Germany - Medical Readiness Command, Europe (MRC, EUR) bid farewell to its commanding general and welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony May 13 at Sembach Kaserne, Germany. U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Roger Giraud, who commanded MRC, EUR since Oct. 2023, relinquished command to U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Mark Stackle. Girau  more

Mike Crowder and Tom Poetter awarded the Benjamin Harrison Medallion
OXFORD, Ohio, May 14 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * Mike Crowder and Tom Poetter awarded the Benjamin Harrison Medallion * Miami University has honored two professors -Mike Crowder and Tom Poetter -with its most prestigious career faculty award, the Benjamin Harrison Medallion. The medallion is awarded annually for extraordinary and sustained contributions related to teaching, research, and service over the course of a career at the university. Crowder, associate pr  more

NASA Issues Information Collection Notice on Community Surveys on Noise From a Supersonic Plane
WASHINGTON, May 15 (TNSinfo) -- The National Aeronautics and Space Administration issued the following information collection: NASA, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA). I. Abstract Supersonic passenger flight over land is currently restricted in the U.S.  more

Native American Ancestors and Burial Objects Connected to Multiple Tribal Nations in Illinois Study
WASHINGTON, May 15 (TNSFR) -- The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has completed an inventory of Native American human remains and associated funerary objects, identifying cultural affiliations with a wide range of tribal nations, according to a notice published by the National Park Service. The inventory documents the remains of at least 91 individuals, along with 19 lots of associated funerary objects. The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign concluded that a connection exists betwe  more

New study provides rule of thumb to estimate land sustainability in river deltas
CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, May 14 -- The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus issued the following news: * * * New study provides rule of thumb to estimate land sustainability in river deltas * As densely populated coastal communities struggle to keep up with rising sea levels, new research reveals a way to predict how river deltas build land and protect coastal regions from encroaching oceans. This insight will help engineers and policymakers estimate how much new land can be created or  more

No Labels Issues Commentary: Voters Should Choose
WASHINGTON, May 9 -- No Labels, a political organization that advocates for centrism and bipartisanship, issued the following commentary: * * * Voters Should Choose Yesterday morning, the Virginia Supreme Court voided a redistricting referendum that voters had approved just two and a half weeks ago. Virginia Democrats drew a new map that would likely flip four of the state's 11 House seats from Republican to Democratic. Republicans challenged the process on constitutional grounds, and in a 4-  more

NRC Schedules Public Outreach to Discuss South Texas Project Plant Performance
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission issued the following news release on May 14, 2026: * * * NRC Schedules Public Outreach to Discuss South Texas Project Plant Performance ARLINGTON, Texas -- Nuclear Regulatory Commission staff will conduct informal public outreach on May 23 in Bay City, Texas, to share the 2025 safety performance of the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station, and to answer questions directly from the community. The NRC concluded that the South   more

Office of Finance Publishes the FHLBanks' First Quarter 2026 Combined Financial Report
DALLAS, Texas, May 14 (TNSrpt) -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release: * * * Office of Finance Publishes the FHLBanks' First Quarter 2026 Combined Financial Report * * Bulletin No: 2026-08 We are pleased to inform you that the Federal Home Loan Banks' Office of Finance (OF) has published the first quarter 2026 Combined Financial Report for the 11 Federal Home Loan Banks. A copy of the report is ava  more

Peer mentorship experience helps shape future educator's career path
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * Peer mentorship experience helps shape future educator's career path * This story is part of a series highlighting the university's outstanding graduates crossing the stage on May 16. As an English major with a concentration in Creative Writing, Michaela Cobb loves great stories with complex characters. Since the Spring of 2024, Cobb has served as a Peer Educator at the College of Liberal and  more

Peer mentorship experience helps shape future higher educator's career
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * Peer mentorship experience helps shape future higher educator's career * This story is part of a series highlighting the university's outstanding graduates crossing the stage on May 16. As an English major with a concentration in Creative Writing, Michaela Cobb loves great stories with complex characters. Since the Spring of 2024, Cobb has served as a Peer Educator at the College of Liberal a  more

PennEnvironment: Data - PA Ranks Abysmal 47th in U.S. for Renewable Energy Growth
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 14 -- PennEnvironment issued the following news release: * * * NEW DATA: PA ranks abysmal 47th in U.S. for renewable energy growth State makes small gains after ranking 49th in 2025, but still fails to tap clean energy potential * Pennsylvania ranks 47th in the nation for rate of growth in total solar, wind and geothermal generation over the past decade, according to The State of Renewable Energy online interactive dashboard released on Wednesday by the PennE  more

Pressley, Murray, Duckworth Introduce Bicameral Bill to Help Women with Disabilities Access Reproductive Health Care
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news: * * * NEWS: Pressley, Murray, Duckworth Introduce Bicameral Bill to Help Women with Disabilities Access Reproductive Health Care * Pressley: "With a nationwide assault on reproductive healthcare deeply impacting our siblings with disabilities, this bill is timely, urgent and responsive." Bill Text | Bill Summary WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), Co-Chair of the Reproductive Fr  more

Prior heart attack linked to faster declines in thinking and memory skills
DALLAS, Texas, May 14 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * Prior heart attack linked to faster declines in thinking and memory skills * Research Highlights: * People who survived a heart attack had 5% higher odds each year of developing cognitive impairment compared to people who have not had a heart attack. * Maintaining better cardiovascular health plays an important role in preserving normal brain function long term. DALLAS,  more

Protein coordinates responses to environmental stress
DALLAS, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center posted the following news release: * * * Protein coordinates responses to environmental stress * DALLAS - May 14, 2026 - UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers have discovered a key molecular mechanism that allows animals to adapt to changing environmental conditions without altering their genes - an ability known as phenotypic plasticity. The findings, published in Science Signaling, provide a foundation for fu  more

Religious Liberty Firm Comments on Lawsuit Against Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins
PLANO, Texas, May 13 [Category: Sociological] -- The First Liberty Institute, an organization that says it is dedicated to defending liberty for all Americans, issued the following news release: * * * Religious Liberty Firm Comments on Lawsuit Against Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins * The following statement regarding a federal lawsuit filed against Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins regarding religious activities may be attributed to Hiram Sasser, executive general counsel for   more

Rep. Gonzalez Writes President Trump, Cabinet Officials About Texas Shrimping Industry
WASHINGTON, May 15 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, D-Texas, issued the following letter to President Trump and three Cabinet leaders regarding the Texas Gulf shrimping industry. * * * Here is the text of the letter: May 13, 2026 The Honorable Donald J. Trump President The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20500 * The Honorable Brooke Rollins Secretary U.S. Department of Agriculture 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250 * The Honorable M  more

Rep. Nancy Mace Delivers Win For South Carolina's Shrimpers, Save Our Shrimpers Act Passes House
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Nancy Mace, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Nancy Mace Delivers Win For South Carolina's Shrimpers, Save Our Shrimpers Act Passes House * WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 13, 2026) - Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC) announced the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2071, the Save Our Shrimpers Act, by a vote of 391-18. Rep. Mace was a lead cosponsor of the bipartisan legislation, which requires United States representatives at inter  more

Rep. Ronny Jackson Introduces Bill to Combat Illicit Trafficking, Protect U.S. National Security
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Ronny Jackson Introduces Bill to Combat Illicit Trafficking, Protect U.S. National Security * WASHINGTON - Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) introduced the Strategic Export Control and Border Security Enhancement Act, legislation to strengthen America's strategic trade controls, improve border enforcement capabilities, and prevent the diversion of weapons of mass destruction, advanced conventi  more

Rep. Roy Introduces The Sister City Transparency Act to Safeguard American Cities from CCP Exploitation
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Roy Introduces The Sister City Transparency Act to Safeguard American Cities from CCP Exploitation * May 14, 2026 Press Release Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Chip Roy (R-TX) introduced the Sister City Transparency Act, legislation that would direct the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to review sister city partnerships in the United States that pose potential national security threat  more

Rep. Veasey Introduces Resolution Recognizing May 2026 as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Marc Veasey, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Veasey Introduces Resolution Recognizing May 2026 as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month * Washington, D.C. - Yesterday, Representative Marc Veasey (TX-33), Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional Youth Sports Caucus reintroduced a resolution recognizing May 2026 as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, highlighting the importance of active lifestyles and encouraging people of all age  more

Reps. Castro, Yakym Launch Bipartisan U.S.-Mexico Caucus
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Castro, Yakym Launch Bipartisan U.S.-Mexico Caucus * May 14, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro, (D-TX-20), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere and Congressman Rudy Yakym (R-IN-02) launched the bipartisan U.S.-Mexico Caucus. They will lead as co-chairs of the Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives, which will focus on   more

Reps. Comer, Gill Call on Ohio Medicaid Director to Review Medicaid Personal Care Services Programs for Waste, Fraud, Abuse
WASHINGTON, May 15 (TNSletter) -- Rep. James Comer, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, issued the following letter to Ohio Medicaid Director Scott Partika with regard to possible waste, fraud and abuses in federally funded Medicaid personal care services programs. The letter was co-signed by Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, chairman of the Task Force on Defending Constitutional Rights and Exposing Institutional Abuses. * * * Here is the text of the letter:   more

Rice nears goal of $20M faculty matching fund, $3M remains to unlock full impact
HOUSTON, Texas, May 14 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice nears goal of $20M faculty matching fund, $3M remains to unlock full impact * Through the Ignite: Faculty Advancement Matching Gift Fund, Rice University is gaining significant momentum in its effort to recruit and retain world-class faculty. Powered by the generosity of an anonymous alumni couple whose transformative $20 million commitment is inspiring others to invest in the university's future, donors   more

Rice professor awarded Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship
HOUSTON, Texas, May 14 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice professor awarded Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship * Qimiao Si, the Harry C. and Olga K. Wiess Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Rice University, has been awarded a Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship for the 2026-27 academic year. He joins a class of 50 fellows, including scholars, creatives and public intellectuals, who will take residence at Harvard University in order to pursue an academic or creative projec  more

Sam Houston State University: Physician Training Program in Conroe Focuses on Pain Relief and Movement Health
HUNTSVILLE, Texas, May 15 -- Sam Houston State University issued the following news: * * * New Physician Training Program in Conroe Focuses on Pain Relief and Movement Health By Brittany Foreman A new physician training program focused on hands-on patient care, pain management, and movement health has received accreditation in Conroe. The Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (ONMM) Plus One Advanced Training Program, a specialty program in musculoskeletal medicine, was developed by Sam  more

Scripps National Spelling Bee welcomes 247 spellers as it returns to Washington, D.C.
CINCINNATI, Ohio, May 14 [Category: BizMedia] -- The E.W. Scripps, a broadcasting company, posted the following news release: * * * Scripps National Spelling Bee welcomes 247 spellers as it returns to Washington, D.C. * By Molly Miossi  The 2026 competition will be held in the historic Constitution Hall CINCINNATI - The Scripps National Spelling Bee will return to Washington, D.C. for the first time in 15 years, with 247 spellers earning their place in the 2026 competition, set for May 26  more

SEMI and 23 Member Companies Urge U.S. Congress to Extend Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit
MILPITAS, California, May 14 [Category: Electronic Products] -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, posted the following news release: * * * SEMI and 23 Member Companies Urge U.S. Congress to Extend Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit * Multi-year AMIC Extension Critical to Bolster Domestic Semiconductor Growth, Competitiveness and Innovation Across Supply Chain WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 14, 2026 - SEMI, the industry association serv  more

Sens. Cruz, Durbin Resolution Urging the Release of Political Prisoners in China Passes Senate
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Sens. Cruz, Durbin Resolution Urging the Release of Political Prisoners in China Passes Senate * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) issued statements following the Senate's passage of their bipartisan resolution urging President Trump to prioritize securing the release of political prisoners during his current visit to China, including Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Qu  more

Showcase Prepares University of Houston Students to Lead in an AI-driven Economy
HOUSTON, Texas, May 15 -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * Showcase Prepares University of Houston Students to Lead in an AI-driven Economy Student Innovators Harnessing AI and Data Science to Tackle Real-world Challenges By Kelly Schafler, 713/743-1153, kmschafler@central.uh.edu The University of Houston's AI and Data Science Showcase brought together 31 student teams on May 6 to demonstrate how artificial intelligence and advanced analytics can solve real-world c  more

Space Force releases officer career development path
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, May 14 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Space Force releases officer career development path * ARLINGTON, Virginia -The U.S. Space Force released a new officer career development path and accompanying narrative document to provide officers, supervisors and mentors with clearer expectations for career progression, leadership development and assignment planning. The framework is designed to develop co  more

Supreme Court Says Abortion Pill Can Be Dispensed by Mail, For Now
NEW YORK, May 15 -- The Center for Reproductive Rights issued the following news release on May 14, 2026: * * * Supreme Court Says Abortion Pill Can Be Dispensed by Mail, For Now While a lawsuit continues, patients will be able to pick up mifepristone at their local pharmacy or have it delivered via mail after a telehealth visit * Today, the U.S. Supreme Court issued an order allowing people to continue getting the abortion pill mifepristone through telemedicine while a lawsuit surrounding   more

Synechion Inc. President Wiseman Testifies Before Senate Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations released the following testimony by David Wiseman, president of Synechion Inc., Dallas, Texas, from an April 29, 2026, hearing entitled "Unmasked: How Biden Health Officials Purposely Turned a Blind Eye Toward COVID-19 Vaccine Safety Signals": * * * Distinguished Chairman, Ranking Member, and Committee Members. I am honored to discuss critical limitations in statistical safety s  more

Tarleton Today Dual Enrollment Program Honored by CTENT
STEPHENVILLE, Texas, May 15 -- Tarleton State University issued the following news: * * * Tarleton Today Dual Enrollment Program Honored by CTENT Career and Technical Educators of North Texas named the Tarleton Today dual enrollment program as 2026 CTENT Post-secondary Partner of the Year during its Scholarship Awards Luncheon May 8 at the Birdville Center of Technology and Advanced Learning in North Richland Hills. "This recognition reflects Tarleton State University's strong commitment to   more

Texas A&M Engineering: Engineering Student Recognized for Distinguished Dissertation
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 15 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Engineering student recognized for distinguished dissertation Chemical engineering graduate student Ashfaq Iftakher earned the 2026 Texas A&M Distinguished Dissertation Award for his research in developing tools for computer-aided molecular and process design. By Raven Wuebker, College of Engineering Ashfaq Iftakher, a chemical engineering graduate student, has received the 2  more

The Border Is the System: Why Infrastructure Matters More Than Ever
WASHINGTON, May 14 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The Wilson Center, an organization that provides nonpartisan insights and analysis on global affairs to policymakers and the public through deep research, open dialogue and independent scholarship, issued the following news release: * * * The Border Is the System: Why Infrastructure Matters More Than Ever * Few international relationships are as deeply integrated and as strategically important as that between Canada and the U  more

The Dilley immigrant detention facility costs taxpayers millions. The human cost is even higher.
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Chellie Pingree, D-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * The Dilley immigrant detention facility costs taxpayers millions. The human cost is even higher. * On a sunny day in Texas inside one of the nation's most notorious immigrant detention facilities, I sat down with Olivia Andre, a 19-year-old asylum seeker whose story has garnered national attention. Despite it being nearly 90 degrees that day in Dilley, a small town about an hour outside of San Ant  more

TRANSCRIPT: Congresswoman Escobar Speaks on Bipartisan Wins in the FY27 MILCON-VA Legislation
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * TRANSCRIPT: Congresswoman Escobar Speaks on Bipartisan Wins in the FY27 MILCON-VA Legislation * This afternoon, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) spoke on the bipartisan wins included in the Fiscal Year 2027 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Bill on the House floor ahead of the final vote for the legislation. The video can be found here and a transcript can be fou  more

TRICARE Dental Program: Getting coverage for your family members
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, May 14 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * TRICARE Dental Program: Getting coverage for your family members * FALLS CHURCH, Virginia - A winning smile needs maintenance -including dental care. If you're enrolled in the TRICARE Dental Program, you can get cost-effective, accessible dental services in the U.S. or abroad. "TRICARE offers a comprehensive dental benefit for military families," said U.S.  more

Trump Administration Waives Laws to Bulldoze Border Barriers Across Protected Texas River Canyon
WASHINGTON, May 14 [Category: Biology] -- The Center for Biological Diversity posted the following news release: * * * Trump Administration Waives Laws to Bulldoze Border Barriers Across Protected Texas River Canyon * TERLINGUA, Texas -The Trump administration today waived dozens of environmental and public health laws to speed construction of border barriers and roads through approximately 60 miles of the Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River in Texas, a protected stretch running through the rem  more

Trustee Carolyn Brehm Makes Record Setting Gift Funding Museum Education Leadership Role at National Museum of Asian Art
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- The Smithsonian Institution National Museum of Asian Art issued the following news release: * * * Trustee Carolyn Brehm Makes Record Setting Gift Funding Museum Education Leadership Role at National Museum of Asian Art Gift Recognizes National Reach and Expanded Access of Museum's Educational Programs * The Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art announced a record setting gift from Carolyn Brehm, vice chair of the museum's board of trustees, funding a museum educat  more

U.S. military nursing: From bedside support to combat-ready care
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, May 14 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * U.S. military nursing: From bedside support to combat-ready care * FALLS CHURCH, Virginia - The origins of U.S. military nurses trace back to the Revolutionary War, when women volunteered to care for wounded soldiers, and evolved during the Civil War era into an established nursing force providing much-needed care on the battlefield. Military nursing in th  more

U.S. Senator Katie Britt Celebrates Advancement of TREY's Law
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Senator Katie Britt Celebrates Advancement of TREY's Law * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today celebrated the advancement of the Terminating Restrictive Enforcement of Youth Settlements (TREY's) Law, of which she is a lead sponsor. It was unanimously advanced out of the Judiciary Committee during an executive business meeting. TR  more

UAMS Invests Sarah J. Rhoads, Ph.D., DNP, FAAN, in Linda C. Hodges Endowed Dean's Chair
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, May 15 -- The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences issued the following news release: * * * UAMS Invests Sarah J. Rhoads, Ph.D., DNP, FAAN, in Linda C. Hodges Endowed Dean's Chair The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) invested Sarah J. Rhoads, Ph.D., DNP, FAAN, dean of the UAMS College of Nursing, into the Linda C. Hodges Endowed Dean's Chair during a May 7 ceremony. "As I prepared for this day, I reflected on stories that brought me here, and I  more

UH System's Sara Lujan Donatto Named Among 'Houston's 50 Most Influential Women of 2025'
HOUSTON, Texas, May 15 -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * UH System's Sara Lujan Donatto Named among "Houston's 50 Most Influential Women of 2025" Sara Lujan Donatto, Assistant Vice Chancellor / Assistant Vice President of Government and Community Relations at the University of Houston System, has been recognized as one of "Houston's 50 Most Influential Women of 2025" by Houston Woman Magazine. The prestigious annual list celebrates female leaders across the Greate  more

United We Dream Executive Director Greisa Martinez Rosas Named to TIME100 Most Influential People Shaping Philanthropy
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- United We Dream issued the following news release on May 14, 2026: * * * United We Dream Executive Director Greisa Martinez Rosas Named to TIME100 Most Influential People Shaping Philanthropy Today, TIME named Greisa Martinez Rosas, Executive Director of United We Dream, to its second-annual 2026 TIME100 Philanthropy list recognizing singular figures who are shaping the future of giving. The announcement follows last year's launch of a historic multi-million-dollar emerg  more

University of Houston Hobby School Report Examines Texas Runoff Election Dynamics
WASHINGTON, May 14 (TNSLrpt) -- Texas Primary Runoff Elections 2026 - A report from University of Houston Hobby School of Public Affairs, Texas - May 2026 (14 pages) * * * The University of Houston Hobby School of Public Affairs issued a report analyzing voter attitudes and electoral trends ahead of the May 2026 primary runoff elections in Texas Congressional Districts 9 and 18. The report examined likely Republican and Democratic runoff voters through representative surveys focused on candida  more

University of Houston: Parker Leads Plummer in Democratic Primary Runoff for Harris County Judge
HOUSTON, Texas, May 15 (TNSrpt) -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * Parker Leads Plummer in Democratic Primary Runoff for Harris County Judge University of Houston Hobby School Survey Finds High Numbers of Undecided Voters in Other Races Key Takeaways * Annise Parker has an 18-point lead over Letitia Plummer in the Democratic primary runoff election for Harris County judge, with support from 54% of likely runoff voters, compared to 36% for Plummer. * More than hal  more

University of Michigan: Not Just an Energy Drink - National Study Finds Kratom Use is Rising
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 15 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Not just an energy drink: National study finds kratom use is rising More than 5 million people in the U.S. have used kratom in their lifetime, including more than 100,000 children ages 12-17 * A national study of kratom use in the U.S. found rising popularity among young adults, and it is linked to addiction and mental health issues, according to new research from the University of Michigan a  more

UNT Health MSCN program hosts 'Nourish and Renew' wellness retreat for dietitians and nutrition professionals
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 14 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * UNT Health MSCN program hosts 'Nourish and Renew' wellness retreat for dietitians and nutrition professionals * On Saturday, May 2, registered dietitian nutritionists and nutrition professionals gathered for "Nourish and Renew: Whole-Person Wellness for Dietitians and Nutrition Professionals," an interactive wellness retreat hosted by UNT Health Fort Worth's Master of Science in Clin  more

UNT Student Continues Late Advisor's James Webb Space Telescope Research Dream
DENTON, Texas, May 15 -- The University of North Texas issued the following news release: * * * UNT Student Continues Late Advisor's James Webb Space Telescope Research Dream Thanks to the hard work of his late advisor, one University of North Texas student is getting the chance of a lifetime to work with the James Webb Space Telescope and better understand the history of our universe. Jake Reinheimer, a doctoral student in the College of Science's physics department, will analyze data from   more

US Air Force reassigns combat training units to enhance readiness
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, May 14 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * US Air Force reassigns combat training units to enhance readiness * ARLINGTON, Virginia - The Department of Air Force has initiated the reassignment of combat air forces formal training units from Air Education and Training Command to Air Combat Command. This includes the 149th Fighter Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas  This strategic move, ove  more

UT San Antonio celebrates the naming of the Kate Marmion School of Public Health and its inaugural graduating class
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * UT San Antonio celebrates the naming of the Kate Marmion School of Public Health and its inaugural graduating class * The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) formally celebrated the naming of the Kate Marmion School of Public Health on Wednesday, May 13, to recognize a $30 million transformational investment from the Kate Marmion Charitable Foundation to drive the school's futur  more

UTA student creates vibrant World Cup mural in Arlington
ARLINGTON, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * UTA student creates vibrant World Cup mural in Arlington * With the start of the FIFA World Cup less than a month away, North Texas is preparing to welcome tens of thousands of soccer fans from across the globe-especially in Arlington, where the heart of the action will take place. To celebrate the international spotlight on Arlington, VB Steakhouse, a local Brazilian steakhouse, c  more

Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Delivers Remarks at the New York State Association for Affordable Housing's 27th Annual Conference
ALBANY, New York, May 14 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Delivers Remarks at the New York State Association for Affordable Housing's 27th Annual Conference * Governor Kathy Hochul today delivered remarks at the New York State Association for Affordable Housing's 27th annual conference and highlighted her "Let Them Build" agenda. VIDEO: The event is available to stream on YouTube here and TV q  more

Welch Supports Bipartisan Bills to Support Law Enforcement and Community Safety, Celebrates Advancement of Bipartisan Carla Walker Act
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: * * * Welch Supports Bipartisan Bills to Support Law Enforcement and Community Safety, Celebrates Advancement of Bipartisan Carla Walker Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. -In honor of National Police Week, the Senate Judiciary Committee today advanced several bipartisan bills co-sponsored by Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) that support law enforcement and promote community safety. This includes the Carla Walker Act, spons  more

With nearly 3,000 publications in five years, TCOM leads the nation among osteopathic schools
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 14 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * With nearly 3,000 publications in five years, TCOM leads the nation among osteopathic schools * A recently released survey by the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine and the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation showed that UNT Health Fort Worth's Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine had the most publications from 2020 to 2025 among all osteopathic medical schools. Fa  more

Xcel Energy brings AI-driven wildfire detection to Wisconsin
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, May 14 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Xcel Energy issued the following news release: * * * Xcel Energy brings AI-driven wildfire detection to Wisconsin * EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (May 14, 2026) -Xcel Energy is bringing artificial intelligence-driven wildfire detection cameras to Wisconsin, providing quick notifications to first responders of grass and forest fires and helping protect communities, natural resources and power infrastructure. Pano AI wildfire detection cameras have   more