Monday - August 24, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Alaska

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Air University brings language, cultural expertise to Army intelligence exercise
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Aug. 19 -- Air University posted the following news: * * * Air University brings language, cultural expertise to Army intelligence exercise * Air University brought language and cultural expertise to U.S. Army intelligence training during Cobra Engaged, a 16-day field exercise at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis. Through its Air Force Culture and Language Center and the Language Enabled Airman Program, Air University provided Mandarin and Tagalog speakers to support c  more
Alaska Airlines Announces New Nonstop Service to Athens and Paris, Connecting Seattle to More of the World
SEATTLE, Aug. 20 [Category: BizAerospace] -- Alaska Airlines, a subsidiary of Alaska Air Group, posted the following news release: * * * Alaska Airlines announces new nonstop service to Athens and Paris, connecting Seattle to more of the world Summary * Alaska Airlines, Seattle's largest international carrier, is adding Athens and Paris to its growing global network. * Alaska, the first airline to ever connect Seattle and Athens, will become the only airline offering nonstop service between  more
Alaska Airlines Teams Up With World Champion Seattle Quarterback Sam Darnold to Launch Multi-year Partnership Celebrating Seattle, Alaska's Loyal Guests and Its Growing Global Network
SEATTLE, Aug. 21 [Category: BizAerospace] -- Alaska Airlines, a subsidiary of Alaska Air Group, posted the following news release: * * * Alaska Airlines teams up with world champion Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold to launch multi-year partnership celebrating Seattle, Alaska's loyal guests and its growing global network Summary * The multi-year partnership will feature Sam Darnold alongside Alaska employees in social content, traditional media and unique guest moments throughout the football   more
Ariz. A.G. Mayes, Bipartisan Coalition Secure $700 Million Google Settlement Over App Store Monopoly
PHOENIX, Arizona, Aug. 20 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Mayes, Bipartisan Coalition Secure $700 Million Google Settlement Over App Store Monopoly A federal court this week approved a $700 million settlement in a multistate antitrust lawsuit against Google. The lawsuit challenged Google's control over Android app distribution and in-app payments. The approval of the settlement ends a five-year case and gives relief to consumers  more
ASAM Weekly for August 18, 2026
ROCKVILLE, Maryland, Aug. 19 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Society of Addiction Medicine posted the following news wrap up entitled "The ASAM Weekly for August 18, 2026": * * * The ASAM Weekly for August 18, 2026 We open this week with virtual care. One of the few silver linings of the public health emergency was the rapid expansion of telehealth-a shift from which our patients in SUD treatment settings stand to benefit immensely. An exploratory analysis of the rollout of a virtual   more
BLM Oil and Gas Lease Sale in New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas Generates Over $139 Million in Revenue
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management issued the following news release: * * * BLM Oil and Gas Lease Sale in New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas Generates Over $139 Million in Revenue * SANTA FE, N.M. - The Bureau of Land Management leased 25 parcels totaling 20,334 acres in New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas for $139,021,741 in total receipts during a quarterly oil and gas lease sale. Combined lease bonus bids and rentals are distributed between the fe  more
Bringing healing home: Impact of the circuit-rider surgeon at JBER
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Aug. 19 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * Bringing healing home: The impact of the circuit-rider surgeon at JBER * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas - For military families stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, the geographic isolation of the "Last Frontier" can present unique medical logistical challenges. Historically, when a service member or dependent required highly specialized surgical care, the standard protocol involved  more
Cantwell to Trump Administration: Don't Repeal Critical Protection for Last Remaining Wild Forests
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Cantwell to Trump Administration: Don't Repeal Critical Protection for Last Remaining Wild Forests * 08.19.26 # #For over 25 years, the Roadless Rule has blocked logging and development in pristine national forest land, including over 2 million acres in WA; Data suggests wildfires are more likely to start near roads EDMONDS, WA - U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA), ranking member of the Sena  more
Cramer Hosts First 'Carry a Big Stick' Defense Forum with Golden Dome Director General Michael Guetlein
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release: * * * Cramer Hosts First 'Carry a Big Stick' Defense Forum with Golden Dome Director General Michael Guetlein * Fireside chat highlights North Dakota's existing role in missile defense and space operations MEDORA, N.D. - "Speak softly and carry a big stick - you will go far" was the perfect quote and the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library was the perfect location to kick off U.S. Senator Kevin   more
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: Republican Corruption Creates Major Midterm Liabilities for GOP Senate Candidates
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026: * * * Republican Corruption Creates Major Midterm Liabilities for GOP Senate Candidates With less than three months until the midterm elections, new reporting highlights how Democratic candidates are taking on corruption, which is "shaping up to be a major campaign battlefront." Across the country, voters are expressing anger and concern about "the elite and the wealthy...  more
Federal Register: Forest Service Issues Proposed Rule, Request for Public Comment on Roadless Area Conservation in Special Areas
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is proposing to rescind the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule, which established broad prohibitions on road construction, road reconstruction, and timber harvesting within inventoried roadless areas on National Forest System lands. The intent of this proposed action is to reduce regulatory burden and return deci  more
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond: Tracking a Decade of Growth in Rural Registered Apprenticeships
RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond issued the following Regional Matters analysis by Kyle DeMaria and Halina de Jong-Lambert: * * * Tracking a Decade of Growth in Rural Registered Apprenticeships Introduction Apprenticeship is a compelling workforce development model for rural communities looking to grow and retain local talent. However, little is known about how common apprenticeship is in rural communities. In this post/1, we look at the past 10 years of da  more
GCI Expands 5G Mobile Service in 9 More Southeast Alaska Communities
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Aug. 21 -- GCI, a telecommunications company, issued the following news release: * * * GCI expands 5G mobile service in 9 more Southeast Alaska communities Upgrades are complete in Craig, Haines, Hydaburg, Kake, Klawock, Klukwan, Metlakatla, Skagway and Thorne Bay - Whether it's checking a ferry schedule, watching the weather before heading out on the water or traveling for a weekend basketball tournament, Southeast Alaskans rely on connectivity every day. In a region whe  more
Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy Research Professor of Practice Schneider Testifies Before Senate Budget Committee
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The Senate Budget Committee released the following testimony by Andy Schneider, research professor of the practice at the Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy and the Center for Children and Families, from an Aug. 4, 2026, hearing entitled "Medicaid: The Reality": * * * Good morning, Chairman Johnson, Ranking Member Merkley, and members of the Committee. My name is Andy Schneider and I am a Research Professor of the Practice at the Georgetown University  more
Introduction to Tribal Forestry Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48934) on Aug. 11, 2026, entitled "Introduction to Tribal Forestry" by natural resources policy specialists Mariel J. Murray and Anne A. Riddle. Here are excerpts: * * * SUMMARY The United States and federally recognized Tribes ("Tribes") have a unique relationship that affects federal policies regarding forestry on tribal lands. In particular, the United States has a federal trust responsib  more
NFWF Announces $1.2 Million for Pecos River Watershed Restoration and Native Species Recovery
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation posted the following news release: * * * NFWF Announces $1.2 Million for Pecos River Watershed Restoration and Native Species Recovery * WASHINGTON, D.C. (August 20, 2026) - The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) today announced nearly $1.2 million in grants to restore and sustain healthy rivers and streams, improve grassland ecosystems, and support the recovery of native aquatic species across the Pecos River watersh  more
NOAA: Winter at Sea Reveals Seasonal Habits of Whales, Dolphins, and Seabirds in Hawaii
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (TNSrep) -- The U.S. Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued the following news: * * * A Winter at Sea Reveals Seasonal Habits of Whales, Dolphins, and Seabirds in Hawaii Results are in from our survey mission to study the winter populations of whales, dolphins, and seabirds in the main Hawaiian Islands. It's only the second expedition of its kind. Take a look behind the scenes aboard the NOAA Ship Oscar Elton Sette. - The Hawaiian a  more
Protect Our Care: Troubled Trump FDA Nominee Getting Flack From All Directions
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- Protect Our Care issued the following news: * * * Troubled Trump FDA Nominee Getting Flack From All Directions Donald Trump's inexperienced, anti-vax, pro-glyphosate pick to run the FDA is getting a chilly reception from MAHA leaders, Republican HELP Committee Chair Bill Cassidy, all Senate Democrats, and the pharmaceutical industry alike. Dr. Overton's starring role in the rollout of Trump's deadly anti-vax executive order that is political poison for Republicans is ce  more
Tangirnaq Native Village Opposes FAA Proposal to Waive Environmental and Tribal Consultation Protections
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket No. FAA-2026-8614 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Commercial Space Licensing: General Waiver of Environmental and Related Statutory Requirements Submitted by: Tangirnaq Native Village Federally Recognized Tribal Government 218 Center Ave Suite C Kodiak AK 99615 Submitted on: [Date of Submission] Re: Opposition  more
Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Delivers Nearly $615 Million to Improve Airports Across 42 States and Two Territories
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued the following news release: * * * Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Delivers Nearly $615 Million to Improve Airports Across 42 States and Two Territories * USDOT will fund 238 grants to modernize and reinforce infrastructure at airports nationwide WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced a $615 million investment to improve runway and taxiway infrastructure, invest in family  more
Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Delivers Nearly $615 Million to Improve Airports Across 42 States and Two Territories
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued the following news release: * * * Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Delivers Nearly $615 Million to Improve Airports Across 42 States and Two Territories * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced a $615 million investment to improve runway and taxiway infrastructure, invest in family-friendly features in terminals, and support critical airfiel  more
UC-San Diego Scripps Institution of Oceanography: How Does El Nino Impact Ocean Ecosystems?
LA JOLLA, California, Aug. 21 -- The University of California-San Diego Scripps Institution of Oceanography issued the following news: * * * How Does El Nino Impact Ocean Ecosystems? Scripps Oceanography experts weigh in on how ocean life is impacted by the climate event - El Nino is a climate pattern that is declared when monthly sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific Ocean are measured above normal, for at least five consecutive overlapping three-month perio  more