Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Utah
"We Don't Worship Fauci" Lee Bill Pulls Tax Dollars from Schools that Deny Religious Vaccine Exemptions
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, issued the following news release:
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"We Don't Worship Fauci" Lee Bill Pulls Tax Dollars from Schools that Deny Religious Vaccine Exemptions
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) today introduced legislation to keep federal tax dollars from schools that refuse to recognize religious exemptions for vaccinations. The Guaranteeing Religious Accommodation in Childhood Education (GRACE) Act protects religious freedom and parental rights by c
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Book traces history, use of the Deseret alphabet
CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, July 23 -- The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus issued the following news:
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Book traces history, use of the Deseret alphabet
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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -Soon after the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints moved its headquarters to what would become the Utah Territory, church president Brigham Young initiated a project to produce a new alphabet, one that would be both a more phonetically accurate depiction of the English language and a return to the pure
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Budd, Welch Bipartisan Bill Supporting the Next Generation of American Aviation Advances Out of Committee
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Ted Budd, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Budd, Welch Bipartisan Bill Supporting the Next Generation of American Aviation Advances Out of Committee
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Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.), member of the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, and Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) released the following statements after an amended version of their bipartisan Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act passed out of co
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Calif. Public Health Dept.: Healthy School Year Starts With Back-to-School Vaccines
SACRAMENTO, California, July 24 -- The California Department of Public Health issued the following news release:
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A Healthy School Year Starts with Back-to-School Vaccines
CDPH reminds families to protect students by keeping children's immunizations up to date
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The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) reminds families of the importance of routine vaccines as students return for the new school year. Vaccination helps keep kids in school and doing the activities they love by pr
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California Four Wheel Drive Association Raises Concerns Over Proposed Grazing Administration Rule Impacting Public Land Access and Motorized Recreation
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
US Department of the Interior, Director (630) Doug Burgum
Attn: Bureau of Land Management, Director Steve Pearch
1849 C St. NW, Room 5646
Washington, DC 20240
Regarding: Proposed Rule: Revision of Regulations for Grazing Administration, Exclusive of Alaska.
Docket BLM-2026-0001; A2407-014-004-065516, #O2509-014-004-125
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Chairman Arrington, Health Care Task Force Chair Blake Moore Introduce Legislation to Prevent Fraud in Government Programs
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, chairman of the House Budget Committee, issued the following news release on July 22, 2026:
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Chairman Arrington, Health Care Task Force Chair Blake Moore Introduce Legislation to Prevent Fraud in Government Programs
House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-Texas)joined Health Care Task Force Chair Blake Moore (R-Utah), Rep. Mike Carey (R-Ohio), Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-Wis.), Rep. Addison McDowell (R-N.C.), Rep. Jay Obernolte (R-Calif.)
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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints: Church Provides Aid in Fight Against Ebola Virus in the DRC
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, July 24 -- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints issued the following news release:
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Church Provides Aid in Fight Against Ebola Virus in the DRC
Church Partners with the National Institute for Biomedical Research in the DRC to Fight Ebola Virus
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has provided significant support to the fight against the Ebola virus disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in partnership with the National Institute f
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Curtis, Kelly Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Transit Funding for Fast-Growing Communities
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. John Curtis, R-Utah, issued the following news release:
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Curtis, Kelly Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Transit Funding for Fast-Growing Communities
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WASHINGTON -U.S. Senators John Curtis (R-UT) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) introduced the Promoting Access to Transit in High-Growth Communities (PATH) Act, bipartisan legislation to modernize how the federal government evaluates transit projects seeking funding through the Federal Transit Administration's (
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Dr. Rebecca Bloom Named Executive Director of SUMA
CEDAR CITY, Utah, July 22 -- Southern Utah University posted the following news:
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Dr. Rebecca Bloom Named Executive Director of SUMA
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Southern Utah University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Rebecca (Becky) Bloom as Executive Director of Southern Utah Museum of Art (SUMA), effective July 1, 2026.
After serving as Interim Director over the past year, Dr. Bloom now assumes the role permanently, leading SUMA as it enters its next decade. Her appointment follows a national
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FAA Updates Instrument Flight Procedures at Airports
WASHINGTON, July 24 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration amended instrument flight procedures and related takeoff and departure requirements at airports across the U.S. in a final rule published July 23, 2026, to support safe and efficient operations within the National Airspace System.
The rule establishes, amends, suspends or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs), Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) at airport
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First Solar Highlights Robust U S Manufacturing and Compliance With Build America Buy America Act for Solar Panels in Housing Programs
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Regulations Division
Office of General Counsel
Department of Housing and Urban Development
451 7th Street SW, Room 10276
Washington, DC 20410-0500
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov
Re: Docket No. FR-6616-N-01 - Request for Information Regarding Products and Categories of
Products Used in
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Gene Regulation Map Reveals Treatment Targets for Heart Failure
LA JOLLA, California, July 23 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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Gene Regulation Map Reveals Treatment Targets for Heart Failure
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Key Takeaways
* First single cell map of gene regulatory networks driving heart failure
* Connects heart disease-linked DNA changes to specific heart cell types and genes
* Provides a resource to identify new therapeutic targets beyond current limited options
Researchers from University of California San
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Gov. Cox declares state of emergency for Beaver, Piute and Sevier counties following wildfires and catastrophic flooding
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, July 22 -- Gov. Spencer J. Cox, R-Utah, issued the following news release:
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Gov. Cox declares state of emergency for Beaver, Piute and Sevier counties following wildfires and catastrophic flooding
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SALT LAKE CITY (July 22, 2026) -Gov. Spencer J. Cox today signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency in Beaver, Piute and Sevier counties as communities continue responding to the devastating impacts of this year's historic wildfire season and the dangerou
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GRCC Alumnus Combines Art and Geology to Bring Fossils to Life
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, July 23 -- Grand Rapids Community College posted the following news:
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GRCC Alumnus Combines Art and Geology to Bring Fossils to Life
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Most of us would probably use the word "recent" to describe an event that happened within the last month or so. For paleontologists, however, "recent" has a much different meaning. Just ask Paul Kuchnicki, a GRCC graduate who combined his passion for art with a love of geology, and is discovering numerous ways to use his skills.
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Hancock Names Valerie Rachelle as New PCPA Artistic Director
SANTA MARIA, California, July 22 -- Allan Hancock College posted the following news release:
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Hancock Names Valerie Rachelle as New PCPA Artistic Director
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Written by: Chris McGuinness
JULY 22, 2026-
Allan Hancock College has selected veteran theatre director, educator, and arts leader Valerie Rachelle as the new artistic director and dean of the Pacific Conservatory Theatre (PCPA), bringing a familiar face back to the nationally recognized conservatory after years of leading profe
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Holland & Hart Earns Chambers High Net Worth 2026 Rankings in Private Wealth Law
DENVER, Colorado, July 24 -- Holland and Hart, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Holland & Hart Earns Chambers High Net Worth 2026 Rankings in Private Wealth Law
Holland & Hart is pleased to announce that its Private Client practice and nine attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Chambers High Net Worth (HNW), an annual guide that ranks leading lawyers and law firms serving the international private wealth market.
The firm earned Band 1 rankings for Private Wealth
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Horsford and Amodei Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Ban Sports Prediction Market Contracts and Protect Jobs
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Rep. Steven Horsford, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Horsford and Amodei Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Ban Sports Prediction Market Contracts and Protect Jobs
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WASHINGTON D.C. - Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) and Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-02) introduced the Prediction Markets Are Gambling Act, a bipartisan bill stop federally regulated trading platforms from offering sports betting and casino-style gambling under the guise of financial produc
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ICYMI: "Self-Funding" David Flippo Hasn't Released His Personal Financial Disclosure, Leaving Northern Nevadans in the Dark
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, July 22 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release:
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ICYMI: "Self-Funding" David Flippo Hasn't Released His Personal Financial Disclosure, Leaving Northern Nevadans in the Dark
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Now over two months past due, David Flippo has yet to file a personal financial disclosure as required by law. While reporting to self-fund over $1.6 million dollars to his campaign, Flippo owes Nevadans an explanation as to the source of his apparent wealth and ability
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Is AI Good or Bad for Preparing Engineers? A Utah State Professor Gets NSF Funding to Find Out
LOGAN, Utah, July 22 -- Utah State University issued the following news:
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Is AI Good or Bad for Preparing Engineers? A Utah State Professor Gets NSF Funding to Find Out
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Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how undergraduate students learn and make decisions. However, if AI is relied on too heavily, it can impede students' ability to navigate problems on their own and improve their knowledge.
Utah State University Professor Oenardi Lawanto received a grant of more than $60
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Kelly, Curtis Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Provide American Cities with Better Public Transportation Access
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Kelly, Curtis Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Provide American Cities with Better Public Transportation Access
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Today, Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and John Curtis (R-UT) introduced the Promoting Access to Transit in High-Growth Communities (PATH) Act, bipartisan legislation to provide growing American cities with better access to public transportation. The bill modernizes how the federal government evalu
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Large national study finds differences in multiple sclerosis death rates by age, race and geography
LOS ANGELES, California, July 22 -- The University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine posted the following news release:
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Large national study finds differences in multiple sclerosis death rates by age, race and geography
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An analysis of more than 42,000 U.S. deaths linked to multiple sclerosis (MS) found that death rates varied by age, geography, and race and ethnicity, with Black patients dying younger than white patients and high blood pressure emerging as a growing cont
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Lee Introduces PROTECT Act to Prevent Online Child Exploitation
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, issued the following news release:
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Lee Introduces PROTECT Act to Prevent Online Child Exploitation
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced legislation to shield children and other victims of sexual abuse from exploitation online. The Preventing Rampant Online Technological and Criminal Trafficking (PROTECT) Act requires platforms with explicit material to take reasonable steps to verify the age and consent of individuals who
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Lee, Latter-Day Saint Colleagues Honor Pioneer Spirit on Senate Floor
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, issued the following news release:
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Lee, Latter-Day Saint Colleagues Honor Pioneer Spirit on Senate Floor
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) today joined his Latter-day Saint colleagues Sens. John Curtis (R-UT) and Mike Crapo (R-ID) to commemorate the arrival of the first company of Latter-day Saint pioneers into the Salt Lake Valley on July 24, 1847. In a resolution delivered on the Senate floor, the senators highlighted how the vi
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Michigan Tech Atmospheric Scientists Linked to Three Research Projects Selected for DOE Genesis Mission
HOUGHTON, Michigan, July 22 -- Michigan Technological University posted the following news release:
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Michigan Tech Atmospheric Scientists Linked to Three Research Projects Selected for DOE Genesis Mission
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Michigan Technological University researchers are involved in three proposals tapped by the U.S. Department of Energy for consideration under its recently launched Genesis Mission: Transforming Science and Energy with AI. The mission's goal is to address national science and technolo
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PASSED: Committee Approves Sen. Moran's Legislation to Streamline FAA Type Certification Process for AAM Aircraft
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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PASSED: Committee Approves Sen. Moran's Legislation to Streamline FAA Type Certification Process for AAM Aircraft
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) - chairman of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation, Space and Innovation - yesterday applauded the Senate Commerce Committee's passage of the Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act, which he introduced with Sens. Peter We
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Ranking Member Andrea Salinas Opening Statement at U.S. Forest Service Chief Hearing
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Andrea Salinas, D-Oregon, ranking member of the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture, issued the following news release on July 22, 2026:
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Ranking Member Andrea Salinas Opening Statement at U.S. Forest Service Chief Hearing
Today, House Agriculture Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture Ranking Member Andrea Salinas (OR-06) delivered the following opening statement at a subcommittee hearing titled "For the Purpose of Receiving Testimo
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Spearmint Oil Proposal Sets 2026-2027 Marketing Limits for Far West Producers
WASHINGTON, July 23 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Marketing Service has proposed marketing limits for Far West spearmint oil producers for the 2026-2027 season.
The proposed rule would establish salable quantities and allotment percentages for Class 1 (Scotch) and Class 3 (Native) spearmint oil produced in Washington, Idaho, Oregon and parts of Nevada and Utah. The agency said the action follows a recommendation from the Far West Spearmint Oil Administrative Committ
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University of Utah Health: Gene Regulation Map Reveals Treatment Targets for Heart Failure
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, July 24 (TNSjou) -- The University of Utah Health issued the following news release:
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Gene Regulation Map Reveals Treatment Targets for Heart Failure
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* Researchers have made the first single cell map of gene regulatory networks driving heart failure.
* The map connects DNA changes linked to heart disease with specific heart cell types.
IMPACT: The map may help scientists find new targets to develop better heart failure treatments.
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Heart failure re
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USU Moab Nursing Instructor Dianne Wright to Retire
LOGAN, Utah, July 22 -- Utah State University issued the following news:
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USU Moab Nursing Instructor Dianne Wright to Retire
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MOAB, Utah -After 25 years in the nursing teaching industry, including nine years at Utah State University Moab, Dianne Wright has announced her retirement.
Wright spent three years teaching part time and six years teaching full time as a professional practice assistant professor in the S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Agriculture & Natural Resources at US
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USU President Invites All Employees to Campus Picnic
LOGAN, Utah, July 22 -- Utah State University issued the following news:
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USU President Invites All Employees to Campus Picnic
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Utah State University President Brad L. Mortensen has invited all faculty and staff across the university system for a campus picnic on the Quad in Logan to kick off the new academic year. Employees are encouraged to drop by for lunch when they can between 12:30 and 2 p.m. Aug. 18.
"I'm so excited to connect with our university community and hear about the r
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Utah Announces $18 Million Multistate Settlement in 23andMe Bankruptcy
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, July 24 -- The Utah Attorney General Office issued the following news on July 23, 2026:
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Utah announces $18 million multistate settlement in 23andMe bankruptcy
Resolution Addresses Genetic Data Breach Impacting Millions
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The Office of the Utah Attorney General and the Utah Department of Commerce's Division of Consumer Protection, alongside a coalition of more than forty states, today announced an $18 million settlement arising from the bankruptcy proceedings of
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Utah's Redtail AI supercomputer ranks among world's fastest, greenest
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, July 22 -- The University of Utah posted the following news release:
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Utah's Redtail AI supercomputer ranks among world's fastest, greenest
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The University of Utah returns to the global supercomputing rankings with Redtail, an AI factory designed to expand access to advanced computing across the state.
Redtail ranked No. 159 for performance and No. 76 for energy efficiency on the Top500 list of supercomputers released in late June. Among U.S. public universities
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Western Grasshopper Suppression Program Faces Calls for Increased Prevention Public Transparency and Environmental Protections
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 17, 2026
Mr. William Wesela
National Policy Manager
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Re: Notice of Intent To Prepare a Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement;
Grasshopper and Mormon Cricket Suppression Program
Publication Date: 6/18/2026
Docket Number: APHIS-2026-06
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Western States Water Council Urges BLM to Retain Water Quality Protections and Clarify Stockwater Rights in Grazing Regulation Revision
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
WESTERN STATES WATER COUNCIL
682 East Vine Street, Suite 7 / Murray, Utah 84107 / (801) 685-2555 / FAX (801) 685-2559
Web Page: www.westernstateswater.org
July 13, 2026
Mr. Steve Pearce, Director
Bureau of Land Management
U.S. Department of the Interior
1849 C Street NW, Room 5646
Washington, DC 20240
Re: Revision
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