Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Louisiana
AFGE and Federal Employees Sue EEOC to Reverse Freeze of Federal-Sector Class Claims
WASHINGTON, July 28 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Government Employees issued the following news release:
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AFGE and Federal Employees Sue EEOC to Reverse Freeze of Federal-Sector Class Claims
Complaint reveals undisclosed agency-wide stay that denies employees' statutory rights to thousands of federal workers.
WASHINGTON -Today, the American Federation of Government Employees and two federal employees filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Equal Employment Opportun
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Assistant professor of mathematics Poe receives 2025-26 Pittman Young Faculty of the Year Award
CLINTON, Mississippi, July 28 -- Mississippi Christian University posted the following news:
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Assistant professor of mathematics Poe receives 2025-26 Pittman Young Faculty of the Year Award
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The connection between mathematics and the Christian faith may not be apparent at first glance, but Taylor Poe insists they are seamless.
The assistant professor of mathematics at Mississippi Christian University is focused on ministry. Math, she contends, is complementary.
"As Christians, we are
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Attorney General Bonta Supports New Federal Regulations Cracking Down on Illegal Robocalls
SACRAMENTO, California, July 28 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Bonta Supports New Federal Regulations Cracking Down on Illegal Robocalls
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OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta this week joined a coalition of 49 attorneys general in submitting a comment letter supporting proposed rules by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) that would combat robocalls by enhancing existing "Know-Your-Customer" (KYC) obligati
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CALLS ON FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO STRENGTHEN "KNOW YOUR CUSTOMER" RULES TO COMBAT ILLEGAL ROBOCALLS
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 27 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release:
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CALLS ON FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO STRENGTHEN "KNOW YOUR CUSTOMER" RULES TO COMBAT ILLEGAL ROBOCALLS
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Chicago -Attorney General Kwame Raoul co-led a bipartisan coalition of 50 attorneys general in calling on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to strengthen its "Know Your Customer" (KYC) rules to help prevent scammers from using the U.S. communications netw
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Cassidy Delivers Floor Speech Urging Congress to Pass PROMISE Act to Protect Social Security
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Cassidy Delivers Floor Speech Urging Congress to Pass PROMISE Act to Protect Social Security
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(Click here to watch and here to download.)
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) delivered a speech on the U.S. Senate floor discussing his plans to secure the future of Social Security. Cassidy's agenda includes the bipartisan PROMISE Act, which sets up a process for Congress to work tow
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Curtis Lauds Utah Selection as Contender for Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Sen. John Curtis, R-Utah, issued the following news release:
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Curtis Lauds Utah Selection as Contender for Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus
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WASHINGTON-U.S. Senator John Curtis (R-UT) today applauded the U.S. Department of Energy's announcement selecting Utah as one of five states to advance as a potential host for a Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus, a major initiative to strengthen America's nuclear fuel supply chain, bolster energy security, and accelerat
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DOE: Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses Contenders Announced
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued the following news release on July 28, 2026:
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Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses Contenders Announced
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced the selection of Utah, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Idaho as potential host states for Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses, a new effort to strengthen and modernize the nation's full nuclear fuel cycle. The campuses will attract significant investment, expand domest
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Fifth and Sixth Circuits Divided on Whether the Necessary & Proper Clause Authorizes Federal Ban on At-Home Spirit Distilling Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11459) by legislative attorney Milan N. Ball:
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Fifth and Sixth Circuits Divided on Whether the Necessary and Proper Clause Authorizes Federal Ban on At-Home Spirit Distilling
For more than 150 years, federal law has banned individuals from distilling spirits at home. Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Sec.Sec. 5601(a)(6) and 5178(a)(1)(B) prohibit individuals from producing
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Governor Sherrill Celebrates John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act, Highlights State's Commitment to Strengthening Voting Rights Amid Trump Threats
TRENTON, New Jersey, July 28 -- Gov. Mikie Sherrill, D-New Jersey, posted the following news release:
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Governor Sherrill Celebrates John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act, Highlights State's Commitment to Strengthening Voting Rights Amid Trump Threats
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Governor Mikie Sherrill today hosted a celebration of the enactment of the John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act, landmark legislation she signed into law earlier this month that strengthens voting rights amidst federal threats.
Governor S
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H1 2026 Results: with an acceleration in the second quarter, Air Liquide combines growth with continuous performance improvement
PARIS, France, July 28 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Air Liquide, a supplier of gases, technologies and services, posted the following news release:
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H1 2026 Results: with an acceleration in the second quarter, Air Liquide combines growth with continuous performance improvement
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Commenting on the first half of 2026, Francois Jackow, Chief Executive Officer of the Air Liquide Group, stated:
"In a still complex and changing environment, Air Liquide has once again demonstrated its ability to
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House Education & Workforce Committee Issues Report on Science of Reading Act
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- The House Education and Workforce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-717) on the Science of Reading Act (H.R. 7890). The report was advanced by Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, on June 29, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose
H.R. 7890, Science of Reading Act of 2026, prohibits Comprehensive Literacy State Development grants, the flagship literacy grant program under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), from being used for the literacy instruction metho
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IEEFA: Japan's Ammonia Co-firing Strategy Constrained by Cost, Supply, and Timing
WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis issued the following report on July 9, 2026, by Walter James entitled "Japan's ammonia co-firing strategy constrained by cost, supply, and timing."
Here are excerpts:
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Ammonia co-firing in coal-fired power plants (CFPPs) is a key component of Japan's decarbonization roadmap. In the absence of a coal phase-out commitment, the government envisions using ammonia co-firing as a means of reducing emissi
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Kennedy, Heinrich introduce bipartisan bill to cut red tape delaying mental health treatment
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Kennedy, Heinrich introduce bipartisan bill to cut red tape delaying mental health treatment
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WASHINGTON - Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) joined Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) in introducing the bipartisan Increasing Mental Health Options Act to eliminate outdated Medicare rules that delay mental health treatment for seniors and improve access to behavioral health care.
Current Medicare rules require
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Louisiana Tech joins national initiative to strengthen semiconductor workforce
RUSTON, Louisiana, July 28 -- Louisiana Tech University posted the following news:
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Louisiana Tech joins national initiative to strengthen semiconductor workforce
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Louisiana Tech University joined a national initiative in an effort to build America's microelectronics and semiconductor workforce. The SEMI Foundation, which serves as a Hub Operator for the National Network for Microelectronics Education (NNME), announced the launch of the first four Regional Nodes of the NNME.
Beginning
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Lowe's Foundation Tops $60 Million in Skilled Trades Training, Expanding Its Partner Ecosystem Across 30 States, Including Northeast Iowa Community College
MIAMI, Florida, July 27 -- Miami Dade College posted the following news release:
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Lowe's Foundation Tops $60 Million in Skilled Trades Training, Expanding Its Partner Ecosystem Across 30 States
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10 New Gable Grants to Community Colleges bring national network of foundation partners to 73, helping revitalize America's infrastructure
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* The Lowe's Foundation announced nearly $8 million in new Gable Grants for 10 community and technical colleges, bringing its total investment i
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Md. A.G. Brown Urges Federal Government to Strengthen Know Your Customer Rules to Combat Unlawful Robocalls
BALTIMORE, Maryland, July 29 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on July 28, 2026:
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Attorney General Brown Urges Federal Government to Strengthen Know Your Customer Rules to Combat Unlawful Robocalls
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown and a bipartisan coalition of 49 other attorneys general are pushing the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to strengthen its "Know Your Customer" (KYC) rules to help prevent scammers from using the U.S. commu
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Pressley Tours Dilley ICE Detention Center, Renews Her Demands for Its Immediate Closure & the Release of Families
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news:
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Pressley Tours Dilley ICE Detention Center, Renews Her Demands for Its Immediate Closure & the Release of Families
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Pressley Was One of First Members of Congress to Call for Closure of Dilley and Honored Children Detained by ICE as Honorary State of the Union Guests
Pressley Has Stood in Vigorous Defense of Immigrant Communities, Fought to Bring Detained Neighbors Home, and Led Efforts Address Ch
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R Street Institute: 'The Juvenile Justice Resource Desert: Quantifying Rural-Metro Disparities and Opportunities in Florida'
WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The R Street Institute issued a policy study on July 14, 2026, by Logan Seacrest entitled "The Juvenile Justice Resource Desert: Quantifying Rural-Metro Disparities and Opportunities in Florida".
Here are excerpts:
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Executive Summary
In rural America, geography can shape a young person's experience in the juvenile justice system more than the underlying offense. The decarceration model that has produced lower levels of both juvenile crime and justice sy
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Rep. Mike Levin Applauds Selection of Potential Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Rep. Mike Levin, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Mike Levin Applauds Selection of Potential Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses
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July 28, 2026
#DOE Selects Five States for Future Nuclear Waste Depository Sites; Initiative Is Supported by $248 Million Secured by Rep. Levin
Washington, D.C.-Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) applauded the Department of Energy's (DOE) announcement of five states to serve as potential sites for Nuclear Lifecycl
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S.D. A.G. Jackley Urges Federal Government to Strengthen 'Know Your Customer Rules' Against Illegal Robocalls
PIERRE, South Dakota, July 29 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release on July 28, 2026:
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Attorney General Jackley Urges Federal Government to Strengthen "Know Your Customer Rules" Against Illegal Robocalls
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces he has joined 49 other Attorneys General in pushing the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to strengthen its "Know Your Customer" (KYC) rules to help prevent scammers from using the U.S.
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Scalise's Summer Update: Key House Republican Wins of 2026
WASHINGTON, July 27 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Scalise's Summer Update: Key House Republican Wins of 2026
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House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement and accompanying summary of House Republican legislative victories showcasing the Conference's record of delivering results for the American people during the first half of 2026:
"House Republicans entered this year committed to building on t
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Senate HELP Committee to Vote on Bills Expanding Opportunities for Americans to Succeed, Nominations for ASPR, CDC, DOL
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news:
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Senate HELP Committee to Vote on Bills Expanding Opportunities for Americans to Succeed, Nominations for ASPR, CDC, DOL
On Thursday, July 30, the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee will vote on bills to increase Americans' educational opportunities and give them more tools to secure a strong retirement. The
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U.S. Sugar Supply Adjusted as Data Revisions Lower Stocks and Boost Imports
WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Economic Research Service issued the report 'Sugar and Sweeteners Outlook: July 2026' (Report No. SSS-M-455), coordinated by Vidalina Abadam with contributions from Joshua Huang, outlining revisions to U.S. sugar data and updated projections for the 2026/27 fiscal year.
The report shows that multiyear revisions to delivery and inventory data reshaped the U.S. sugar balance sheet, lowering beginning stocks while increasing exp
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Xavier University of Louisiana Student Earns National Recognition for Cardiovascular Research
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, July 29 -- Xavier University of Louisiana issued the following news:
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Xavier Student Earns National Recognition for Cardiovascular Research
Xavier University of Louisiana rising senior Cameron Camp has earned national recognition for his cardiovascular research, placing third among 65 undergraduate researchers at the American Heart Association's Basic Cardiovascular Sciences (BCVS) Scientific Sessions in Boston.
Camp, a biology pre-med major, presented research t
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