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AANA Honors Excellence in Nurse Anesthesiology: John Maye to Receive Helen Lamb Outstanding Educator Award
ROSEMONT, Illinois, July 23 [Category: Nursing] -- The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology issued the following news release: * * * AANA Honors Excellence in Nurse Anesthesiology: John Maye to Receive Helen Lamb Outstanding Educator Award * Rosemont, Ill. -The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) will present John Maye, PhD, CRNA, CAPT, USN (Ret.), with the 47th Annual Helen Lamb Outstanding Educator Award during its 2026 Annual Congress, August 21-25, in Boston. Th  more
Americans for Tax Reform: Property Taxes Fuel the Local Spending Fire
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary by Jude Butler: * * * Property Taxes Fuel the Local Spending Fire Income tax rate reduction and elimination has been a top policy trend for more than a decade, but in proposals to reduce or limit property tax burdens have emerged in recent months as an equally important, or in some states a more important fiscal policy priority than income tax relief. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently enacted several proper  more
Ariz. A.G. Mayes Announces $29.6 Million Settlement With Glenmark Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition
PHOENIX, Arizona, July 25 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on July 23, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Announces $29.6 Million Settlement with Glenmark Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition Attorney General Mayes today joined a coalition of 48 states and territories announcing a $29.6 million settlement with Glenmark to resolve allegations that the generic drug manufacturer engaged in a widespread, long-running conspiracy to artific  more
As Measles Cases Hit 35-Year Record High, Reed Slams Trump Admin. for Negligence & Urges Parents to Check with Their Pediatricians About Measles Vaccine
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: * * * As Measles Cases Hit 35-Year Record High, Reed Slams Trump Admin. for Negligence & Urges Parents to Check with Their Pediatricians About Measles Vaccine * PROVIDENCE, RI - Cases of measles have already surged past last year's total and now stand at 2,295 -the highest level of measles in the U.S. in 35 years, according to Johns Hopkins University's U.S. measles tracker. So far this year, 93 percent  more
Ashley Seifert: 2026-27 University Research Professor Q&A
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, July 24 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news: * * * Ashley Seifert: 2026-27 University Research Professor Q&A * Ashley W. Seifert, Ph.D., a professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Kentucky College of Arts and Sciences, has been honored as a 2026-27 University Research Professor. Seifert's interdisciplinary research group is constructing a blueprint for musculoskeletal regeneration to help inform next-generation regenerative and sc  more
Attorney General Clark Alerts Vermonters to Potential Restitution In $29.6 Million Glenmark Generic Drug Settlement
MONTPELIER, Vermont, July 23 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Alerts Vermonters to Potential Restitution In $29.6 Million Glenmark Generic Drug Settlement * Co nsumers Who Purchased Certain Generic Prescription Drugs Between May 2009 and December 2019 May Qualify for Settlement Money Attorney General Charity Clark recently joined a coalition of 48 states and territories in announcing a $29.6 million settlement with Gl  more
Behind the research at UTC: Dr. Reetesh Ranjan
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, July 24 -- The University of Tennessee Chattanooga Campus posted the following news: * * * Behind the research at UTC: Dr. Reetesh Ranjan * Dr. Reetesh Ranjan joined the College of Engineering and Computer Science faculty in 2019. Photo by Angela Foster. At the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, research reaches from the lab to the launchpad. Dr. Reetesh Ranjan, an associate professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, develops and applies multi-sca  more
Bipartisan HERO Act by Bilirakis and Ruiz to Help Schools Prevent Opioid Overdoses Advances
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Gus M. Bilirakis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Bipartisan HERO Act by Bilirakis and Ruiz to Help Schools Prevent Opioid Overdoses Advances * Washington, D.C. -This week, the House Energy and Commerce Committee has advanced the Helping Educators Respond to Overdoses (HERO) Act, bipartisan legislation introduced by Representatives Gus Bilirakis (R FL) and Raul Ruiz, M.D. (D CA), sending the measure to the House floor for consideration. The HER  more
California's Economy Isn't Just Bigger Than Texas and Florida - It's Growing Faster, Too
SACRAMENTO, California, July 25 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on July 24, 2026: * * * California's economy isn't just bigger than Texas and Florida - it's growing faster, too What you need to know: A new analysis using federal data confirms what the scoreboard has shown for years: California's economy continues to outperform its biggest, and self-appointed "rivals." - For years, politicians in Texas and Florida have built an entire political brand ar  more
Capital Research Center Issues InfluenceWatch Wrapup on July 24, 2026
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The Capital Research Center issued the following InfluenceWatch wrapup on July 24, 2026, by Jonathan Harsh: * * * InfluenceWatch, a project of Capital Research Center, is a comprehensive and ever-evolving compilation of our research into the numerous advocacy groups, foundations, and donors working to influence the public policy process. The website offers transparency into these influencers' funding, motives, and connections while providing insight often neglected by ot  more
Castor, Welch Reintroduce Bicameral Legislation to Strengthen Energy Grid, Lower Electric Bills
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Castor, Welch Reintroduce Bicameral Legislation to Strengthen Energy Grid, Lower Electric Bills * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14), Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, and Sen. Peter Welch (VT), Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on Rural Development, Energy and Credit, this week reintroduced the Enhancing Electric Grid Resilien  more
Chairman Bilirakis Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing & Trade Hearing on Legislation to Strengthen Consumer Product and Service Protections
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Florida, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade, issued the following news release on July 22, 2026: * * * Chairman Bilirakis Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade Hearing on Legislation to Strengthen Consumer Product and Service Protections Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, delivered t  more
Commerce National Bankshares Control Application Seeks Federal Reserve Approval
WASHINGTON, July 24 (TNSFR) -- An application has been filed under the Change in Bank Control Act seeking approval to retain voting shares of Commerce National Bankshares of Florida Inc. and indirectly retain voting shares of Commerce Bank & Trust, both of Winter Park, Florida, according to a notice published by the Federal Reserve System. The application covers Sharon M. France of Daytona Beach, Florida, Jennifer F. Bates of Winter Park, Florida, Amy L. France of Orlando, Florida, and Jamison  more
Commerce, Manufacturing & Trade Subcommittee Holds Hearing on Legislation to Strengthen Consumer Product and Service Protections
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Florida, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade, issued the following news release on July 22, 2026: * * * Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade Subcommittee Holds Hearing on Legislation to Strengthen Consumer Product and Service Protections Today, Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, led a hearing titled Legislative Proposals to Stre  more
Conexon Connect Scales with Agent Workforce Cloud
SAN JOSE, California, July 23 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Calix, a communications service providers, issued the following news release: * * * Conexon Connect Scales with Agent Workforce Cloud Calix, Inc. (NYSE: CALX) announced today that Conexon Connect, the internet service provider arm of rural fiber broadband leader Conexon, is leveraging Calix Agent Workforce(tm) Cloud on the AI-native Calix One (tm) platform to scale their growth across residential, business, and multi-dwelling   more
Congressman Mills Supports FY27 National Defense Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Cory Mills, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Mills Supports FY27 National Defense Authorization Act * Peace through strength requires more than words, it requires action. The House passed the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act to ensure our military remains the most capable fighting force in the world. America faces the most dangerous security environment in generations. From China's military expansion to the growing threats p  more
Congresswoman Kat Cammack Secures Ten Amendments in House-Passed National Defense Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Rep. Kat Cammack, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Kat Cammack Secures Ten Amendments in House-Passed National Defense Authorization Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Congresswoman Kat Cammack (FL-03) today announced that ten of her amendments were adopted in the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 (H.R. 8800), which passed the House by a vote of 216-214. The legislation authorizes a pay raise for every service member and now   more
Crapo Introduces Bill to End Costly CAFE Standards, Restore Consumer Choice in Auto Market
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: * * * Crapo Introduces Bill to End Costly CAFE Standards, Restore Consumer Choice in Auto Market * Washington, D.C.- U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) and five Senate colleagues introduced the Restoring Affordability in Automobile Manufacturing (RAAM) Act, which would eliminate Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards. These regulations have gradually increased sticker prices for new motor vehicles and  more
FAMU Grape Harvest Festival Returns Aug. 22 With Family Fun, Fresh Flavors and Vineyard Favorites
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 23 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news: * * * FAMU Grape Harvest Festival Returns Aug. 22 With Family Fun, Fresh Flavors and Vineyard Favorites * Annual celebration invites the community to stomp, pick, taste and discover at FAMU's research vineyard TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Get ready to pick, stomp and celebrate at Florida A&M University's (FAMU) 2026 Grape Harvest Festival. The annual community   more
Federal investigators cite Florida roofing contractor for willfully, repeatedly ignoring fall protection standards, propose $349K in fines
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The U.S. Department of Labor issued the following news release: * * * Federal investigators cite Florida roofing contractor for willfully, repeatedly ignoring fall protection standards, propose $349K in fines * ORLANDO, FL - The U.S. Department of Labor has cited a Florida roofing company for willfully putting workers at risk of falling at residential construction sites. Investigators with the department's Occupational Safety and Health Administration found that on J  more
Fielding Graduate University: Alum Jessica Housand Publishes Debut Novel Blood Gilt
SANTA BARBARA, California, July 25 -- Fielding Graduate University issued the following news: * * * Alum Jessica Housand Publishes Debut Novel Blood Gilt By Marie Sonnet Dr. Jessica Housand (MEDIA PSY '21) has published her debut novel Blood Gilt (Little Studio Films Publishing, 2026), a transnational literary crime saga and political family tragedy following Alejandro Whitmore Santiago, a Salvadoran-born university student in Florida and reluctant heir to his American father's smuggling emp  more
First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces First-in-the-Nation Resiliency Educator Endorsement
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 24 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces First-in-the-Nation Resiliency Educator Endorsement * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -First Lady Casey DeSantis announced the first-in-the-nation opportunity for educators to add the resiliency endorsement to their Florida teacher certificate. The State Board of Education approved the release of the Resiliency Educator Endorsement, a new learning opportunity designed  more
Fla. Education Dept.: Kyndall Brown From Osceola County Named 2027 Florida Teacher of the Year
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 25 -- The Florida Department of Education issued the following news release on July 24, 2026: * * * Kyndall Brown from Osceola County Named 2027 Florida Teacher of the Year Orlando, Fla. - Tonight, the Florida Department of Education named Kyndall Brown from Osceola County as the 2027 Florida Teacher of the Year. Kyndall was selected from among five Teacher of the Year finalists through a rigorous selection process. As Florida's 2027 Teacher of the Year, she will se  more
Flagler College 2026 Summer Reading List
ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida, July 24 -- Flagler College posted the following news: * * * Flagler College 2026 Summer Reading List * There is still plenty of summer left to squeeze in one more great read. Whether you're looking to discover a fresh perspective, dive into a compelling story, or revisit an old favorite, members of the Flagler College community are sharing the books they're reaching for this season to help inspire your next pick. From gripping novels and unforgettable memoirs to ins  more
Florida Board of Education Designates M-DCPS Venetian Parc Academy an Innovation School of Technology, the First in Florida
MIAMI, Florida, July 25 -- Miami-Dade County Public Schools issued the following news release: * * * The Florida Board of Education Designates M-DCPS Venetian Parc Academy an Innovation School of Technology, the First in Florida Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) is excited to announce that the Florida State Board of Education has approved the District's proposal to operate Venetian Parc Academy as a new District Innovation School of Technology. As the state's inaugural district-manage  more
From national champions to university strategy, FSU's annual Data Day showcases data-driven strategies for success
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 24 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * From national champions to university strategy, FSU's annual Data Day showcases data-driven strategies for success * Fresh off defeating Stanford to win the 2025 National Championship, the Florida State University Women's Soccer team proved that elite execution starts with smart strategy. Celebrating on the field, trophy in hand, Head Coach Brian Pensky shared the secret behind their title run with FSU  more
FSU's College of Criminology and Criminal Justice: World Leader in Translational Research for Meaningful Change
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 25 (TNSjou) -- The Florida State University College of Criminology and Criminal Justice issued the following news: * * * FSU's College of Criminology and Criminal Justice: A world leader in translational research for meaningful change The need for public colleges and universities to prove their value to the taxpayers who help fund them has never been greater. Ever-tightening budgets have narrowed the lens through which investments in public higher education and rese  more
Governor Ron DeSantis Advances Academic Partnership Between University of Florida and University of St. Andrews in Scotland
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 23 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Advances Academic Partnership Between University of Florida and University of St. Andrews in Scotland * ~ In addition, members of the delegation participated in site visits and discussions focused on maritime logistics, supply chain infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, life sciences, AgTech, quantum technologies, and aerospace. ~ ST. ANDREWS, Scotland -Today, Go  more
Greenberg Traurig Adds Noted Trial Lawyer William Dorsey
MIAMI, Florida, July 23 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Adds Noted Trial Lawyer William Dorsey * DENVER - July 23, 2026 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues the strategic growth of its national Litigation Practice with the addition of William Dorsey as a shareholder in the firm's Denver and New York offices. Dorsey brings more than two decades of experience representing financial institutions,  more
House Foreign Affairs Chairman Mast Delivers Opening Remarks at Hearing on Confronting Haiti's Terrorist Gangs
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Brian Mast, R-Florida, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Chairman Mast Delivers Opening Remarks at Hearing on Confronting Haiti's Terrorist Gangs Today, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast delivered opening remarks at a full committee hearing titled "Confronting Haiti's Terrorist Gangs: The Gang Suppression Force and the Path Ahead." -Remarks- Seven hundred miles from my home state of Florida  more
House Judiciary Ranking Member Raskin Launches Investigation Into Evidence Epstein Acted as Unregistered Agent for Foreign Powers, Leveraging Ties to Trump
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Raskin Launches Investigation Into Evidence Epstein Acted as Unregistered Agent for Foreign Powers, Leveraging Ties to Trump Judiciary Democrats' Review of Epstein Files Uncovers Extensive Interactions Between Epstein and Foreign Officials from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Russia, and Israel, Including Efforts to Influence Trump Administration  more
Independent Women Senior Policy & Legal Analyst Stepman Testifies Before House Oversight & Government Reform Committee
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Task Force on Defending Constitutional Rights and Exposing Institutional Abuses released the following written testimony by Inez Feltscher Stepman, senior policy and legal analyst with Independent Women, from a July 14, 2026, hearing entitled "Combating DEI in American Institutions." DEI stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion. * * * Chairman, Ranking Member, and Distinguished Members of the Committee: Thank you fo  more
Jimmy Carter National Historical Park Welcomes Karen Barry as Superintendent
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service issued the following news release: * * * Jimmy Carter National Historical Park Welcomes Karen Barry as Superintendent PLAINS, Ga. -- The National Park Service has selected Karen Barry as the new Superintendent of Jimmy Carter National Historical Park. Barry has served as the park's Acting Superintendent for the past year and brings more than two decades of experience, regional leadership and a deep personal conne  more
Labrador Defends Rule Blocking Illegal Immigrants from Obtaining CDLs
BOISE, Idaho, July 24 -- Idaho Attorney General Raul R. Labrador issued the following news release: * * * Labrador Defends Rule Blocking Illegal Immigrants from Obtaining CDLs * BOISE, ID - Attorney General Raul Labrador joined a coalition of states led by Florida in filing an amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, backing a federal rule that cracks down on states issuing commercial driver's licenses to illegal immigrants in violation of federal law. The brief was fi  more
Lisa Krantz, Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist, joins Missouri School of Journalism faculty
COLUMBIA, Missouri, July 24 -- The University of Missouri School of Journalism issued the following news release: * * * Lisa Krantz, Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist, joins Missouri School of Journalism faculty * By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (July 24, 2026) -Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Lisa Krantz, Ph.D. '24, is the newest assistant professional practice professor at the Missouri School of Journalism. Beginning Aug. 1, she will draw on more than 25 years of experie  more
Marcus & Millichap Brokers Grocery-Anchored Retail Center Sale in Northeastern Florida
ENCINO, California, July 25 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release on July 24, 2026: * * * Marcus & Millichap Brokers Grocery-Anchored Retail Center Sale in Northeastern Florida JACKSONVILLE, Fla.- Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of The Plaza at Normandy, a 58,691-square-foot Publix Super Market-anchored retail center in Jacks  more
Miami Dade College Launches New Academic Programs for Fall 2026 to Meet Florida's Fastest-Growing Workforce Needs
MIAMI, Florida, July 24 -- Miami Dade College posted the following news release: * * * Miami Dade College Launches New Academic Programs for Fall 2026 to Meet Florida's Fastest-Growing Workforce Needs * MIAMI, Fla., July 24, 2026 - Miami Dade College (MDC) will introduce an expansive portfolio of new academic programs and workforce initiatives beginning in Fall 2026, reinforcing the College's commitment to preparing students for high-demand, high-wage careers that support Florida's rapidly e  more
No Labels Issues Commentary: Defense Divided
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- No Labels, a political organization that advocates for centrism and bipartisanship, issued the following commentary by senior policy analyst Peyton Lofton: * * * Defense Divided The NDAA was once one of Congress's most reliable bipartisan bills. Recent fights over presidential power, social policy, war and election law are pulling that coalition apart. This week, the House passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) - the annual bill that sets U.S. military p  more
NRL Advances the Navy's Quantum Future as America Accelerates Quantum Innovation
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory issued the following news: * * * NRL Advances the Navy's Quantum Future as America Accelerates Quantum Innovation * As a recent Executive Order declares, "the United States stands at the cusp of a quantum revolution." At the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) that future is already taking shape as researchers advance the Navy's quantum research enterprise through groundbreaking science, technology development and strategic partnersh  more
NYU Langone Expands Access to Top-Ranked Care With Opening of Multi-Specialty Practice in Brooklyn
NEW YORK, July 24 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release: * * * NYU Langone Expands Access to Top-Ranked Care With Opening of Multi-Specialty Practice in Brooklyn * N YU Langone Health is continuing to expand its footprint in Brooklyn with the opening of NYU Langone Ambulatory Care-Fort Hamilton, a new multi-specialty practice offering top-quality care. Located at 437 88th Street in Fort  more
Penn State Berks, a commitment to Berks County
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, July 23 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Penn State Berks, a commitment to Berks County * For Chancellor and Dean Radha Pyati, the success of Penn State Berks is inseparable from the success of the community it serves. Through partnerships with local employers, community organizations and civic leaders, the campus connects students with meaningful experiences while helping address shared opportunities and challenges. In the vide  more
Pharma Looks to Cash in on Psychedelics as Patients Seek Alternatives to Psychotropic Drugs for Depression
FRANKLIN LAKES, New Jersey, July 25 -- Children's Health Defense, an organization that says it restores and protects the health of children by eliminating exposures to environmental toxins, issued the following news: * * * Pharma Looks to Cash in on Psychedelics as Patients Seek Alternatives to Psychotropic Drugs for Depression Eli Lilly's multibillion-dollar acquisition of a company that makes experimental psychedelic therapies marks the largest investment yet by a drugmaker in psychedelic m  more
Phoenix Racing secures top U.S. finish and advances to American Solar Challenge
LAKELAND, Florida, July 24 -- Florida Polytechnic University posted the following news release: * * * Phoenix Racing secures top U.S. finish and advances to American Solar Challenge * Florida Polytechnic University's Phoenix Racing solidified its position among elite international competitors with a top U.S. finish at the Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix this week, securing a place in the upcoming Elektrek American Solar Challenge. In its third appearance at the three-day competition, the t  more
Pinnacle Financial Partners is the No. 1 Workplace in Knoxville
ATLANTA, Georgia, July 24 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, posted the following news release: * * * Pinnacle Financial Partners is the No. 1 Workplace in Knoxville * Pinnacle Financial Partners was named the No. 1 Top Workplace in Knoxville, as announced by the Knoxville News Sentinel and Energage at a ceremony Thursday night at The Mill & Mi  more
Ranking Member Shaheen, Sen. Scott Statement on Daniel Ortega's Announcement to End Elections in Nicaragua
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement with Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida: * * * Ranking Member Shaheen, Senator Scott Statement on Daniel Ortega's Announcement to End Elections in Nicaragua Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Rick Scott (R-FL) issued the below statement after Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega said t  more
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Protect Americans From Poisonous Pesticides
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Anna Paulina Luna Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Protect Americans from Poisonous Pesticides Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna (FL-13), joined by co-lead Rep. Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) and original cosponsors Reps. Thomas Massie (KY-04) and Reps. Chellie Pingree (ME-01), today introduced the Americans vs. Poisonous Pesticides Act. This legislation would amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and  more
Rep. Dunn Celebrates Passage of Historic Investment in National Defense
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Rep. Neal Dunn, R-Florida, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026: * * * Rep. Dunn Celebrates Passage of Historic Investment in National Defense Today, Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) celebrated the passage of H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2027. Congressman Dunn submitted four amendments related to critical minerals to ensure our nation's fighting force has the necessary resources to defend our nation without relying   more
Rep. Steube Joins Stop EU Overreach Act as a Co-Lead to Protect American Businesses from EU Regulatory Mandates
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. W. Greg Steube, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Steube Joins Stop EU Overreach Act as a Co-Lead to Protect American Businesses from EU Regulatory Mandates * WASHINGTON -U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) today joined Rep. Craig Goldman (R-Texas) and Rep. Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) to introduce the Stop EU Overreach Act, legislation that directs the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to launch a Section 301 investigation into European Un  more
Rep. Steube Recognized by National Taxpayers Union for Protecting Taxpayers from Government Bailout
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Rep. W. Greg Steube, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Steube Recognized by National Taxpayers Union for Protecting Taxpayers from Government Bailout * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) was named the National Taxpayers Union's (NTU) Taxpayer Defender of the Month for his leadership in protecting American taxpayers from being forced to bail out fiscally irresponsible state and local governments. Rep. Steube also received N  more
Sen. Rick Scott Sends Letter to Boost Florida Stevia Farmers, Block Chinese Market Saturation
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Rick Scott Sends Letter to Boost Florida Stevia Farmers, Block Chinese Market Saturation * WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, U.S. Senator Rick Scott sent a letter to Ambassador Julie Callahan, the chief agricultural negotiator for the office of the U.S. Trade Representative, highlighting the emergence of Florida's stevia market and how cheap Chinese stevia - produced by slave labor and of questionable qua  more
Senator Moody Champions One Year of No Tax on Tips, No Tax on Overtime, No Tax on Social Security and Other Working Families Tax Cuts Wins
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release on July 24, 2026: * * * Senator Moody Champions One Year of No Tax on Tips, No Tax on Overtime, No Tax on Social Security and Other Working Families Tax Cuts Wins Senator Ashley Moody recently took to the Senate Floor today to share Floridians' excitement following the one-year anniversary of the Working Families Tax Cuts--legislation that included no tax on Social Security, no tax on tips, and no ta  more
Senator Moody Works to Increase Competition and Lower Prescription Drug Prices for Floridians
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026: * * * Senator Moody Works to Increase Competition and Lower Prescription Drug Prices for Floridians Senator Ashley Moody is working to unlock more competition in the drug market by cutting regulatory red tape. Right now, unnecessary regulation in the biosimilar drug approval process at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has led to delays and higher costs for Floridians. Senator   more
SentiLink Fraud Insights Head Maimon Testifies Before House Oversight & Government Reform Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Government Operations released the following written testimony by David Maimon, head of fraud insights at SentiLink, and a professor of criminal justice and criminology at Georgia State University, from a July 15, 2026, hearing entitled "Emerging Fraud Threats and the Evolving Fraud Landscape": * * * Chairman Sessions, Ranking Member Mfume and Members of the Subcommittee, thank you for having me here today to disc  more
Student Press Law Center: Ensuring powerful journalism is vetted and legally sound
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 23 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Student Press Law Center issued the following news: * * * Ensuring powerful journalism is vetted and legally sound We guided students at the University of Florida before they published reporting on the connection between chemicals and Parkinson's disease. - When student journalists take on serious investigative work -telling stories that would otherwise go untold -the reporting itself is only part of the challenge. When producing   more
Surface Transportation Board Issues Decision Involving Seminole Gulf Railway
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Surface Transportation Board issued the following decision (Docket No. AB 400, Sub-No. 8X) entitled "Seminole Gulf Railway L.P. - Abandonment Exemption - In Lee and Collier Counties, Florida": * * * Seminole Gulf Railway, L.P. (SGLR), has filed a verified notice of exemption pursuant to 49 C.F.R. part 1152, subpart F--Exempt Abandonments to abandon a line of railroad from the northern right-of-way boundary of Estero Parkway at approx  more
Than Just a Career: BOSN Paul Zado Reflects on 32 Years at Sea
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news: * * * Than Just a Career: BOSN Paul Zado Reflects on 32 Years at Sea * After 32 years at sea, Chief Warrant Officer Paul Zado doesn't just measure his Coast Guard career by the cutters he served aboard, the commands he held or the historic moments he witnessed. He measures it in people. The shipmates who stood watch beside him, the young members who grew into confident professionals, th  more
U.S. and Partner Nations conduct SINKEX during RIMPAC 26
CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, July 23 -- The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: * * * U.S. and Partner Nations conduct SINKEX during RIMPAC 26 * PACIFIC OCEAN -Ships and aircraft participating in exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2026 conducted a planned, live-fire sinking exercise (SINKEX) and sank decommissioned USS Mobile Bay (CG 53), July 12, 2026, and decommissioned USS Peleliu (LHA 5), July 17. Mobile Bay and Peleliu were sunk in waters 15,000 feet deep, more than 50 nautica  more
UCF Engineering Students' Excellence Celebrated With 2026 Astronaut Scholarship
ORLANDO, Florida, July 24 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * UCF Engineering Students' Excellence Celebrated With 2026 Astronaut Scholarship * Highlights * For 2026, three UCF engineering students, who are Burnett Honors Scholars, have received Astronaut Scholarships, a national award that helps maintain U.S. leadership in science and technology. * Two recipients, Keanu Brayman and Kyle Coutray also earned the honor in 2025. Joshua Taggart, who dreams  more
UCF's Summer 2026 Commencement Set for July 31-Aug. 1
ORLANDO, Florida, July 24 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * UCF's Summer 2026 Commencement Set for July 31-Aug. 1 * UCF will award more than 4,900 degrees during this summer's ceremonies, continuing its record-setting momentum in preparing highly skilled graduates for in-demand fields, including engineering, computer science, business, nursing, and digital and emerging media. Worth noting among this graduating class: * Roughly 30% of the undergraduate  more
United States Imposes Section 301 Duties on Imported Seafood
NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, July 24 [Category: Food/Beverage] -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance posted the following news release: * * * United States Imposes Section 301 Duties on Imported Seafood * Last night, the Office of the United States Trade Representative ("USTR") announced that as the result of the Section 301 investigation of forced labor, the United States will be imposing additional duties on imported goods, including shrimp in all of its product forms. These additional tariffs will  more
University of Miami Researchers Showcase Advances in Dementia Detection, Treatment and Brain Health at AAIC 2026
MIAMI, Florida, July 24 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * University of Miami Researchers Showcase Advances in Dementia Detection, Treatment and Brain Health at AAIC 2026 * Researchers from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine's Comprehensive Center for Brain Health presented 16 studies at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference, highlighting advances in dementia treatment, blood-based biomarkers, cognitive screeni  more
UWF and NWFSC Expand Engineering Pathways With Four New Transfer Degree Programs
PENSACOLA, Florida, July 25 -- The University of West Florida, a component of public state university system in Florida, issued the following news release: * * * UWF and NWFSC expand engineering pathways with four new transfer degree programs The University of West Florida and Northwest Florida State College are expanding opportunities for students to pursue engineering careers in Northwest Florida through four new Specialized Associate in Arts Transfer, or SAAT, degree pathways that create a  more
Wasserman Schultz Joins Mourning, Overtown Youth Center to Announce Broward Expansion
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Wasserman Schultz Joins Mourning, Overtown Youth Center to Announce Broward Expansion * Hollywood, FL - Today, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz joined Overtown Youth Centers (OYC) Co-Founder Alonzo Mourning, Broward School District representatives, and local elected officials to announce OYC's expansion into Broward County. Click here to watch the full press conference. In partners  more