CHICAGO, Illinois, June 5 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * 'No limit to what UChicago taught you': Class Day speakers look to future * The University of Chicago's 2026 Class Day was a celebration of community and accomplishment. Selected by their peers, College fourth-year students Matteo Caloia, Ana Emilia Davalos and Vincent Li addressed their classmates, as well as friends and family in attendance, during the June 5 event, which kicked off Convocation weekend  more

MIAMI, Florida, June 5 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * 46 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Recognized in 2026 IAM Patent 1000 * NEW YORK - June 5, 2026 - Forty-six attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP were recognized in the 2026 edition of Intellectual Asset Management (IAM) 's Patent 1000 - The World's Leading Patent Professionals. The firm was also recognized nationally in the United States and in nine regions   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 5 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association posted the following news release: * * * AMA CEO John Whyte outlines strategic vision for the future of medicine * CHICAGO -Addressing physicians gathered at the American Medical Association's (AMA) Annual Meeting, AMA CEO John Whyte, MD, MPH, outlined a strategic vision for strengthening physician leadership and ensuring the profession helps shape the future of healthcare amid rapid technological, political, a  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 5 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association posted the following news release: * * * AMA president reflects on the power of purpose in medicine * CHICAGO -In his final address as president of the American Medical Association (AMA), Bobby Mukkamala, MD, delivered a deeply personal message to physicians and medical students during the AMA's Annual Meeting about the essential role of purpose-both personal and collective-in medicine. Drawing on a year shap  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 5 (TNSjou) -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Transplant Survival is Improving, But Organ Shortages Persist and Limit Access While medical and technical advances are helping more people survive the wait for an organ and transplant surgery, organ shortages continue to limit access, a national analysis shows Key Takeaways * More people are surviving the wait for an organ and organ transplantation surgery, but the gap between th  more

SACRAMENTO, California, June 5 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Sends Comment Letter to EPA on Microplastics * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined a multistate coalition of 14 attorneys general in sending a comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) commending EPA's efforts to add microplastics to a list of contaminants in drinking water prioritized for research, and urging E  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 5 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL OBTAINS 60-YEAR PRISON SENTENCE IN CASE AGAINST SALINE COUNTY MAN WHO PRODUCED AND DISSEMINATED CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE MATERIAL * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced an Eldorado, Illinois man was sentenced to 60 years in prison for producing and disseminating child sexual abuse material. The case is part of Raoul's ongoing work, in collaboration with fed  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 5 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL SUPPORTS EPA RESEARCH ON THE HARMS OF MICROPLASTICS IN DRINKING WATER, CALLS FOR ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS * Chicago -Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 14 attorneys general, affirmed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) efforts to add microplastics to a list of contaminants in drinking water prioritized for re  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 6 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Britt Miller and Nicole Saharsky named to Forbes 2026 "America's Top Women Lawyers" list Mayer Brown partners Britt Miller and Nicole Saharsky have been named to Forbes' inaugural list of "America's Top Women Lawyers." This recognition honors women lawyers who have "reached the pinnacle of a demanding profession and who are reshaping the industry itself." Britt serves on Mayer Bro  more

ALBANY, New York, June 6 -- Nixon Peabody, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Chambers USA recognizes Nixon Peabody attorneys and practice areas for 2026 Nixon Peabody LLP announced that 69 of the firm's attorneys and 29 practice areas have been recognized as industry leaders in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business. Chambers USA gave notable recognition to six of Nixon Peabody's firmwide practice areas: * Capital Markets: Securitization:  more

WASHINGTON, June 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Budget Office issued the following report entitled "Risk Sharing in the Federal Reserve's Emergency Lending Facilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic:" (Continued from Part 1 of 3) * * * How the Federal Reserve's Emergency Lending Facilities Shared Risk With the Treasury Under section 13(3) of the Federal Reserve Act, the Federal Reserve may - in "unusual and exigent circumstances" and with the approval of the Treasury Secretary - lend to indiv  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 5 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release: * * * Conserving Wonders: Park Hyatt Siem Reap Joins Forces With World Monument Fund To Support Long-term Preservation of Ankor Archaeological Park and Conservation Training * Collaboration supports heritage training for Cambodian conservation professionals and introduces small-scale educational experiences for Park Hyatt guests Siem Reap (June 5, 2026) - Park Hy  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 5 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * Cooke's updated text on information services to diverse populations * CHICAGO -The development of cultural competency skills and social awareness benefits LIS students, their future employers, and the library profession at large-not to mention library customers and society as a whole. Nicole A. Cooke's freshly updated second edition of " Information Services to Diverse  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 6 -- Circana, a company that says it is a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, issued the following news release: * * * Demand Signals Report: Unlock CPG, Consumer Behavior Insights Monitoring macroeconomic impacts on volume, price, and other aspects of the U.S. CPG industry. - Circana's Demand Signals report provides a comprehensive picture of how shifting consumer behavior impacts the U.S. consumer packaged goods sector. Gain timely, data-backed   more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Democracy Forward, an organization that says it advances democracy and social progress through litigation, policy and public education and regulatory engagement, issued the following news release: * * * Municipalities, Doctors, and Small Businesses Challenge Trump-Vance Administration Effort to Unlawfully Sabotage Crucial Affordable Care Act Benefits After Loss in Court Last Year, Government Attempts Another Attack on Benefits for More Than Two Million Americans - Balt  more

WASHINGTON, June 6 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on June 5, 2026: * * * IN THE STATES: While Democrats Go On Offense to Expand the Map, Trump and His Extremist Republicans Continue Jacking Up Costs and Hurting Working Families This week once again proved that Democrats are going on offense across the country. From Iowa and Montana to California and New Jersey, Democratic candidates -- for Governor, Senate, and House -- are expanding the map and forcing  more

LOMBARD, Illinois, June 5 -- National University of Health Sciences issued the following news: * * * Dr. Andrew Serlin Shares Expertise on Cox Technique on the Back Doctors Podcast * National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) continues to gain national visibility as faculty expert, Andrew Serlin, DC' 05, was recently featured on The Back Doctors Podcast, a respected platform highlighting leading voices in conservative treatment approaches for back pain. Hosted by Dr. Michael Johnson, th  more

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth Joins Markey, Senate Democrats in Calling for Affordability, Safety, Worker Priorities in Surface Transportation Bill * June 05, 2026 The Senators call for protections against Trump's politically motivated attacks on infrastructure projects [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)-a member of the U.S. Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee (CST)  more

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth Statement After Senate Republicans Passed Another Blank Check for Trump's ICE and Border Patrol While Doing Nothing to Help Americans * June 05, 2026 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) issued the following statement after Senate Republicans voted to gift Donald Trump's ICE and Border Patrol an additional $70 billion without any guardrails or reforms but refused t  more

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Voting Marathon To Greenlight Trump's Mass Deportation Campaign, Senate Republicans Reject Durbin's Amendment To Protect DACA Recipients * June 05, 2026 WASHINGTON - As Senate Republicans attempt to jam through nearly $70 billion in funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to support the President's cruel mass deportation campaign, U  more

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin, Duckworth, Rep. Kelly To Introduce "Wear Orange" Resolution To Honor Hadiya Pendleton, Gun Violence Survivors * June 05, 2026 WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), and U.S. Representative Robin Kelly (D-IL-02) announced their " Wear Orange" resolution to designate June 5 as Na  more

WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on June 5, 2026: * * * During Voting Marathon To Greenlight Trump's Mass Deportation Campaign, Senate Republicans Reject Durbin's Amendment To Protect DACA Recipients As Senate Republicans attempt to jam through nearly $70 billion in funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to support the President's   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 2 -- Edelman, a communications marketing firm, issued the following news release: * * * Edelman Appoints Kenny Gold as Global Chief Creator Officer Edelman has appointed Kenny Gold as Global Chief Creator Officer, reinforcing the firm's continued investment in creator as a key driver of marketing, communications and brand relevance. Gold will report to Tristan Roy, President, Integrated Solutions & Delivery. In this role, Gold will lead Edelman Creator globally, advan  more

LA GRANGE PARK, Illinois, June 4 [Category: Energy] -- The American Nuclear Society posted the following news: * * * Fuel and the nuclear resurgence: The chicken or the egg conundrum * Nuclear power currently appears to have the wind at its back, with growing demand for clean, reliable energy from industry (think data centers) and strong political support for new projects. But getting there still will require a lot of pieces to yet fall into place. It is, as American Nuclear Society CEO Crai  more

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, June 5 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities posted the following news release: * * * HACU hosts virtual Emerging Leaders' Summit * The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities hosted a virtual Emerging Leaders' Summit focused on preparing students for internships and career opportunities in various fields. HACU's Emerging Leaders' Summit provides students from HACU-member institutions with opportunities to develop their  more

NEW YORK, June 3 -- The Hispanic Federation, an organization that supports and strengthens Latino institutions through education, health, immigration, civic engagement, economic empowerment and the environment, issued the following news release: * * * Hispanic Federation Mobilizes More than 150 Latino Leaders to Demand Protections for Communities Amid Reconciliation Debate Participants met with Congressional offices this week to call on them to vote no on the current reconciliation package -   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 5 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * House Appropriations Subcommittee proposes continued funding for IMLS in FY27 * WASHINGTON - Today, the House Appropriations Subcommittee that oversees funding for the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) approved level funding for the federal agency. The Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (Labor-H), which releas  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 5 [Category: BizHospital] -- Northwestern Medicine issued the following news release: * * * How a wisdom tooth uncovered leukemia in a 21-year-old college athlete, and the sister who saved her * Chicago, IL - June 4, 2026 - Just three days before a volleyball match at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, the team's captain, Kendall Schara, found out she had cancer. "I spoke to a lot of my teammates that night," said Schara. "I spoke to one in particular and told h  more

NORMAL, Illinois, June 1 -- Illinois State University issued the following news: * * * ISU Department of Agriculture hosted 2026 NACTA Judging Conference The Illinois State University Department of Agriculture proudly hosted the 2026 North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA) Judging Conference this spring, welcoming nearly 700 students, faculty, coaches, and industry professionals from across the country to Bloomington-Normal for one of the largest collegiate agriculture jud  more

WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Darin LaHood, R-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * LaHood, Budzinski Introduce Bill to Support Veterans Battling Parkinson's * Washington, D.C. - Today, Representatives Darin LaHood (IL-16) and Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) introduced the Boxing Therapy for Parkinson's Access Act to expand access to evidence-based boxing programs for veterans and individuals living with Parkinson's. "I was fortunate to recently visit a Rock Steady Boxing class at K-Fit   more

LA GRANGE PARK, Illinois, June 4 [Category: Energy] -- The American Nuclear Society posted the following news: * * * McCarthy announced as new editor of ANS fusion journal * The American Nuclear Society journal Fusion Science and Technology (FS&T) has named a new technical editor: Kathryn McCarthy of Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The announcement came during the opening plenary at this week's ANS Annual Conference in Denver, Colo. McCarthy's term begins on July 1. A key moment: "Fusion en  more

EVANSTON, Illinois, June 5 -- Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism issued the following news: * * * Medill Launches New Military Reporting Project The pilot program will embed students with the 1st Infantry Division at Ft. Riley, Kan. * The Medill School at Northwestern University will launch this summer a new Military Reporting Project in collaboration with the 1st Infantry Division at Ft. Riley, Kan., giving students a rare opportunity to report while embedded with troops  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 5 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Letter to the Editor: Technology Must Help Shape the Future of Marine Conservation * The public comment period recently closed for NOAA's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) on the 2008 North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule, marking an important moment for the future of marine conservation. As NOAA considers potential updates t  more

NEW YORK, June 6 -- The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship issued the following news: * * * NFTE Midwest Youth Entrepreneurship Showcases Advance Top Student Entrepreneurs to National Stage Winners from St. Louis, Chicago, and satellite showcases will represent the Midwest region at the National Youth Entrepreneurship Showcase in November - The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) is proud to announce the students advancing from its 2026 Midwest Youth Entrepreneurship Showcases   more

EVANSTON, Illinois, June 6 (TNSjou) -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * Flu drugs show promise against cognitive decline, aging-related diseases Study in people with HIV and mice identifies new mechanism -- and drug target -- for memory decline * Study links degradation in sugar molecules to cognitive decline in people with HIV * Scientists analyzed blood samples and immune cells from people with HIV * In mice, flu drugs preserved the sugar molecules, reduce  more

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Ramirez, Members of Congress, Advocates Commemorate the One -Year Anniversary of the Bipartisan Block the Bombs * Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03) joined members of Congress and advocates to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the introduction of the bipartisan Block the Bombs Act. In response to the expansion of military aggression with US-made weapons in the re  more

WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Rep. Nikki Budzinski, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on June 4, 2026: * * * Budzinski Calls for Improved Delivery for Rural Americans at Postal Hearing Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), Co-Chair of the Congressional Postal Service Caucus, questioned Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) Vice Chair Robert Taub during a House Oversight Committee hearing focused on the financial future of the U.S. Postal Service and the Regional Transportation Optimi  more

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Rep. Ron Estes, R-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Estes Introduces Bipartisan Digital Services Tax Resolution * U.S. Representative Ron Estes (KS-04) introduced a bipartisan resolution, H.Res. 1340, expressing strong opposition to Digital Services Taxes (DSTs) and other extraterritorial tax measures levied by foreign nations that unfairly target and discriminate against American companies and workers. The resolution highlights that several countr  more

WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Rep. Nikki Budzinski, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on June 5, 2026: * * * Budzinski, LaHood Introduce Bill to Support Veterans Battling Parkinson's Today, Representatives Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) and Darin LaHood (IL-16) introduced the Boxing Therapy for Parkinson's Access Act to expand access to evidence-based boxing programs for veterans and individuals living with Parkinson's. Specifically, the bill will reduce financial barriers and ensure greater acc  more

WASHINGTON, June 5 (TNSletter) -- Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, and Nydia M. Velazquez, D-New York, issued the following letter to the House Armed Services Committee: * * * Here is the text of the letter: June 3, 2026 The Honorable Mike Rogers Chairman House Armed Services Committee 2216 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 * The Honorable Adam Smith Ranking Member House Armed Services Committee 2216 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Dear Ch  more

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Rep. Morgan McGarvey, D-Kentucky, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. McGarvey and Rutherford Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Help Children with Hearing and Vision Disabilities * WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 05, 2026) - Today, Congressmen Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) and John H. Rutherford (FL-05) introduced the Alice Cogswell and Anne Sullivan Macy Act (Cogswell-Macy Act), a bill to improve educational resources for children and youth who are blind or low visio  more

WASHINGTON, June 6 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Surface Transportation Board issued the following news release on June 5, 2026: * * * Richard J. Kloster Sworn In as New Member of the Surface Transportation Board Richard J. Kloster was sworn in today as a new member of the Surface Transportation Board. Mr. Kloster was confirmed by the Senate on May 18, 2026, for a term ending December 31, 2028. For the last 17 years, Mr. Kloster has been the president and founder of Integrity Ra  more

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Schakowsky, Pocan Lead 85 Members Urging Sec. Rubio to Pressure Israeli Gov't to Halt Settlement Construction in the E-1 Area of the West Bank * Full Text of Letter (PDF) (link is external) WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representatives Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) and Mark Pocan (WI-02) led a letter signed by 85 Members of Congress to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging him to use every available diploma  more

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Sens. Markey, Capito, Reps. McGarvey, Rutherford Reintroduce Legislation to Expand Access to Educational Services for Students with Communications Disabilities * Bill Text (PDF) Boston (June 5, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, and Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.V.) today announced the reintroduction of th  more

WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Sorensen Secures Investments in Rock Island Arsenal in the National Defense Authorization Act * WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17), member of the House Armed Services Committee, secured several provisions in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to invest in Rock Island Arsenal and fought to protect jobs and collective bargaining rights for civilian emp  more

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Sorensen Votes to Invest in Illinois' Servicemembers * WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17), member of the House Armed Services Committee, voted to pass the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) out of committee. These bill supports national security, manufacturing, innovation, and good-paying jobs in Peoria and the Quad Cities. Additionally, Sorensen helped   more

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, June 5 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * Student success leader Adam A. Smith appointed interim vice president at Kentucky State University * Smith brings 25-plus years of higher education experience to enrollment management and student success role FRANKFORT, Ky. -Kentucky State University has announced the appointment of Adam A. Smith as interim vice president of enrollment management and student success, bringing more than 25 years of ex  more

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, June 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Taft Recognized in Chambers USA 2026 Guide With 143 Attorneys and 54 Practices Ranked * Taft continues to earn recognition from Chambers USA for its exceptional performance across the legal industry. This year, the firm achieved 143 attorney rankings and 54 practice rankings, reflecting the depth and breadth of its capabilities. Notably, 27 Taft attorneys received Band 1 individual r  more

DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, June 6 (TNSrep) -- CompTIA posted the following news release: * * * Tech hiring lifts national job growth, demonstrates rising demand for tech talent, CompTIA finds Major tech employment metrics show positive results in May - US employers expanded their technology workforces amid ongoing demand for tech talent, according to analysis by CompTIA, the leading global provider of vendor-neutral IT training and certifications. Tech occupation employment, which include  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 5 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper Locke, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Troutman Pepper Locke's Mark Wilhelm Recognized as Rising Leader in Philadelphia Business Journal's 40 Under 40 * PHILADELPHIA - Troutman Pepper Locke partner Mark Wilhelm has been named a 40 Under 40 honoree by the Philadelphia Business Journal, recognizing the region's up-and-coming business leaders. Chosen for both professional excellence and meaningful community imp  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper Locke, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Troutman Pepper Locke's National Intellectual Property Practice and 13 Attorneys Honored in IAM Patent 1000 2026 * Troutman Pepper Locke and 13 attorneys have been recognized in the IAM Patent 1000 2026, a guide that spotlights firms and individuals that are deemed outstanding in the area of patent law. According to the latest IAM Patent 1000 guide, "Troutman Pepper Loc  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 5 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Trump Administration Announces New Tariff Actions and Opportunities * This week, the Trump Administration announced a series of new trade actions, ranging from requesting feedback on imports from China, modifying Section 232 tariffs, initiating a new investigation into imports from Vietnam, and finalizing actions on imports from Brazil. Below is a brief bre  more

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Underwood Releases Report on Her Farm Conservation Law * WASHINGTON - Today, Rep. Lauren Underwood released a new report detailing the impact and success of her Farmers Fighting Climate Change Act since the legislation was signed into law four years ago. Since 2022, the law made sure farmers are paid for their contributions to our nation's climate solutions and has led to a substantial increase   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 5 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Wake Responsibly Campaign Promotes Safe Boating and Waterway Access Ahead of Peak Boating Season * As the summer boating season gets underway, the Water Sports Industry Association (WSIA) is amplifying its Wake Responsibly initiative, a nationwide education campaign which NMMA supports that promotes responsible boating practices while helping protect access  more