Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Arizona
24 Hours in La Paz County: AWC Leadership Listens to Local Needs
YUMA, Arizona, Sept. 25 -- Arizona Western College issued the following news:
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24 hours in La Paz County: AWC leadership listens to local needs
Yuma, Ariz. (September 25, 2026) - An Arizona Western College leadership team recently met with residents of La Paz County, visiting Salome, Bouse, and Quartzsite to discuss the ways AWC can respond to local needs. The team consisted of AWC President Dr. Reetika Dhawan; Dean of Regional Centers and Adult Education Susanna Zambrano; and District G
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77 Education and Civil Rights Groups Urges Education Department to Withdraw Proposed Revisions to General Administrative Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Zachary Rogers
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20202
Re: Comments on Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Education Department General Administrative Regulations, 91 Fed. Reg. 54666 (Aug. 24, 2026); 1 Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Mr. Rogers:
The undersigned organ
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Acting A.G. Mills Announces Settlement With Labcorp Over Data Breach That Affected the Personal Data of Alaskans
JUNEAU, Alaska, Sept. 26 -- The Alaska Department of Law issued the following news release:
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Acting Attorney General Cori Mills Announces Settlement with Labcorp over Data Breach That Affected the Personal Data of Alaskans
September 25, 2026
(Anchorage, AK) - Acting Attorney General Cori Mills has announced that Alaska, as part of a coalition of 44 attorneys general, has settled with the Laboratory Corporation of America ("Labcorp") after a multistate investigation into the 2019 data br
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Ansari, Stanton, Grijalva, Kelly, Gallego Push for Federal Funding to Restore Grand Canyon After Floods, Wildfires
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSida) -- Rep. Yassamin Ansari, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Ansari, Stanton, Grijalva, Kelly, Gallego Push for Federal Funding to Restore Grand Canyon After Floods, Wildfires
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WASHINGTON - Today, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), Greg Stanton (AZ-04), Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07), alongside Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), urged House and Senate appropriators to provide additional federal resources to restore the Grand Ca
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Ariz. A.G. Mayes Urges Congress to Protect Americans From Unchecked AI Development
PHOENIX, Arizona, Sept. 26 (TNSida) -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Mayes Urges Congress to Protect Americans from Unchecked AI Development
September 24, 2026
PHOENIX - Attorney General Kris Mayes today joined a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general in calling on Congress to immediately regulate the artificial intelligence (AI) industry. In a letter sent to Speaker Mike Johnson, Majority Leader John Thune, Minority Leader
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Ariz. A.G. Mayes Urges Corporation Commission to Reopen Cactus State Water Rate Case and Provide Relief to Rural Customers
PHOENIX, Arizona, Sept. 26 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Mayes Urges Corporation Commission to Reopen Cactus State Water Rate Case and Provide Relief to Rural Customers
September 24, 2026
Residents report water bills up 200 to 300 percent, uranium contamination, and low water pressure
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PHOENIX -- Attorney General Kris Mayes this week sent a letter to the Arizona Corporation Commission asking the Commission to reopen the ra
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Ariz. Game and Fish Dept. Supports Removal of Gila Chub From Endangered Species List Due to Taxonomic Uncertainty
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 24, 2026
Public Comments Processing, Attn: FWS-R2-ES-2022-0001
Policy and Regulations Branch
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, MS: PRB (JAO/3W)
5275 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, VA 22041-3803
RE: Removal of Gila Chub From the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; Docket No. FWS-R2-ES-2022-0001FXES111
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Ariz. State Rep. Walt Blackman Calls on Leaders to Condemn Racist Social Media Posts
PHOENIX, Arizona, Sept. 26 -- The Arizona House Republicans issued the following news release:
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September 25, 2026
Rep. Walt Blackman Calls on Leaders to Condemn Racist Social Media Posts
Urges leaders across the political spectrum to reject degrading racial stereotypes
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STATE CAPITOL, PHOENIX - Arizona State Representative Walt Blackman today called on elected officials and community leaders across the political spectrum to condemn social media content depicting Black Americans as a
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As Breast Cancer Survivors Live Longer, City of Hope Spotlights Patient Stories and Growing Need for Survivorship Care
DUARTE, California, Sept. 26 -- City of Hope issued the following news release:
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As Breast Cancer Survivors Live Longer, City of Hope Spotlights Patient Stories and Growing Need for Survivorship Care
Sep 24, 2026
City of Hope highlights survivorship support as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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LOS ANGELES - As advances in breast cancer care help more patients live longer, City of Hope is celebrating survivors and highlighting the need for long-term support to help them live full
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Attorney General Bonta Rebukes Trump Administration Attempt to Politicize and Undermine Education Grant Funding
SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 25 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Bonta Rebukes Trump Administration Attempt to Politicize and Undermine Education Grant Funding
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OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta this week co-led a multistate coalition in submitting a comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Education's (U.S. ED) proposal to provide the Trump Administration with broad discretion in educational grantmaking d
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Attorney General Ford Announces $2.3 Million Multistate Settlement with Labcorp Over Patient Data Breach
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Sept. 24 -- Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Ford Announces $2.3 Million Multistate Settlement with Labcorp Over Patient Data Breach
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Settlement Requires Stronger Oversight of Vendors Handling Sensitive Patient Information
Carson City, NV - Today, Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced that Nevada, as part of a coalition of 44 attorneys general, has reached a $2.3 million multistate settlement with Labor
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Attorney General Jeff Jackson Pushes Congress to Establish Federal Regulations for Artificial Intelligence
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 25 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jeff Jackson Pushes Congress to Establish Federal Regulations for Artificial Intelligence
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RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson and a bipartisan coalition of 25 other attorneys general are pushing Congress to take immediate action to regulate artificial intelligence, a call that's been echoed by AI industry leaders in recent weeks.
"AI technology is
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Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $2.2 Million Settlement with Labcorp Over 2019 Data Breach
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 24 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $2.2 Million Settlement with Labcorp Over 2019 Data Breach
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Thursday, September 24, 2026
Contact: comms@ncdoj.gov
919-538-2809
RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson and 44 other attorneys general reached a $2.2 million settlement with Labcorp following a multistate investigation into a 2019 data breach involving Labcorp's debt
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Attorney General Jeff Jackson Urges Eligible North Carolinians to Claim Compensation for Certain Generic Drug Purchases
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 25 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jeff Jackson Urges Eligible North Carolinians to Claim Compensation for Certain Generic Drug Purchases
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RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson is urging eligible North Carolinians to claim the compensation they're owed for overpaying for certain generic drugs.
Recently, a court preliminarily approved a plan by Attorney General Jackson and a coalition o
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Attorney General Jones Opposes Attempt by Trump Administration to Impose Unlawful Taxes on H-1B Visas
RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 26 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jones Opposes Attempt by Trump Administration to Impose Unlawful Taxes on H-1B Visas
RICHMOND, Va. -- Attorney General Jones today joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general in filing a comment letter opposing the Trump Administration's proposed rule that once again attempts to impose a $100,000 tax on petitions for H-1B visas. H-1B visas allow state and local governm
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL OPPOSES TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S ATTEMPT TO IMPOSE UNLAWFUL H-1B VISA TAXES
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release:
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL OPPOSES TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S ATTEMPT TO IMPOSE UNLAWFUL H-1B VISA TAXES
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Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 22 attorneys general, filed a comment letter opposing the Trump administration's proposed rule that attempts to impose a $100,000 tax on petitions for H-1B visas that allow state and local governments to address nationwid
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Attorney General Rayfield Urges Congress to Set Safety Rules for Artificial Intelligence
SALEM, Oregon, Sept. 25 (TNSida) -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Rayfield Urges Congress to Set Safety Rules for Artificial Intelligence
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#Says AI companies shouldn't be left to police themselves.
Attorney General Dan Rayfield is calling on Congress to pass rules for the artificial intelligence (AI) industry. In a letter to congressional leaders from a bipartisan group of attorneys general, AG Rayfield warns that recent inci
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Ciscomani Champions Arizona's Public Lands in Bipartisan National Public Lands Day Resolution
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Ciscomani Champions Arizona's Public Lands in Bipartisan National Public Lands Day Resolution
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Tucson, AZ - In advance of National Public Lands Day, Representative Juan Ciscomani, alongside Representative Dina Titus (D-NV), introduced a bipartisan resolution to recognize the vital significance of America's public lands. H.Res. 1585 calls on all Americans to visit, celebrate, and champion these i
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Coca Cola Company Names Rob Gehring President of North America Operating Unit
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 26 -- Coca-Cola issued the following news release:
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The Coca Cola Company Names Rob Gehring President of North America Operating Unit
ATLANTA, Sept. 25, 2026 -- The Coca Cola Company today announced that Rob Gehring will become president of the company's North America operating unit effective Dec. 1, 2026.
Gehring succeeds John Murphy, who has led the North America operating unit on an interim basis since Aug. 1, 2026. Murphy remains president and chief financia
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Congressman Biggs Marks President Xi's Visit by Highlighting Record on China and the CCP
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Biggs Marks President Xi's Visit by Highlighting Record on China and the CCP
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GILBERT, ARIZONA - As Chinese President Xi Jinping visits the United States, Congressman Andy Biggs (AZ-05) highlighted his record in the U.S. House of Representatives to address national-security, economic, and strategic concerns involving the People's Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
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Cuban National Convicted for International Alien Smuggling and Money Laundering Conspiracy
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 25 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release:
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Cuban National Convicted for International Alien Smuggling and Money Laundering Conspiracy
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Tampa, FL - A federal jury in the Middle District of Florida convicted a Cuban National for his role in an international alien smuggling and money laundering conspiracy. According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, Lazaro Alain Cabrera-Rodriguez, 28,
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Department of Education Faces Criticism Over Proposed Grant Funding Changes Threatening Stability of Student Support Programs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 23, 2026
U.S. Department of Educa9on
Oce of Planning, Evalua9on and Policy Development
SubmiBed via Regula9ons.gov
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Educa>on Department General Administra>ve Regula>ons (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dea
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Department of the Air Force Pilot Program Expands to Help More Military Spouses
RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany, Sept. 24 -- The U.S. Air Forces in Europe issued the following news:
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Department of the Air Force Pilot Program Expands to Help More Military Spouses
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A professional in her own right, Kayla Amie holds a master's in organizational leadership and a bachelor of science in education, and has worked steadily since she was legally old enough to hold a job. But when she married a U.S. Air Force Airman, that professional background no longer guaranteed a career and
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Department of the Air Force pilot program expands to help more military spouses
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Sept. 25 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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Department of the Air Force pilot program expands to help more military spouses
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JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -
A professional in her own right, Kayla Amie holds a master's in organizational leadership and a bachelor of science in education, and has worked steadily since she was legally old enough to hold a job. But when she married a U.S. Air F
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DNC: In the States - Republicans Can Run From Donald Trump - But They Can't Hide From His Costly Agenda That's Hurting Working Families
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release:
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September 25, 2026
IN THE STATES: Republicans Can Run From Donald Trump -- But They Can't Hide From His Costly Agenda That's Hurting Working Families
With less than 40 days until the midterms, Republicans are freaking out and desperate times call for desperate measures -- like avoiding Donald Trump at all costs. As Trump's approval rating sinks to an all-time low and his price-hiking agenda hem
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FCC Wireline Competition Bureau Issues Public Notice: Application of Verizon to Discontinue Domestic Legacy Voice Service as Part of Technology Transition is Not Automatically Granted
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The Federal Communications Commission's Wireline Competition Bureau issued the following public notice (WC Docket No. 26-227):
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On August 10, 2026, Verizon ILEC affiliates (collectively, Verizon),/1 filed an application with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) requesting authority, under section 214 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. Sec. 214, and section 63.71 of the Commission's rules, 47 CFR Sec. 63.71, to discontinue
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From desk to community: Growing connections and making an impact
FLAGSTAFF, Arizona, Sept. 25 -- Northern Arizona University posted the following news:
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From desk to community: Growing connections and making an impact
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NAU's Axe of Service website has recorded more than 6,800 service hours from 4,000 users in the last year. Two of those users, Rachel Kanyur and Lydia Nelson, continue to find ways to give back to the Flagstaff community. With four months left in the calendar year, why not join them?
Kanyur, a student recruitment manager in Continuin
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Gallego, Justice Applaud FCC for Efforts to Prevent Call Center Jobs Offshoring, Improve Customer Service
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 (TNSida) -- Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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September 25, 2026
Gallego, Justice Applaud FCC for Efforts to Prevent Call Center Jobs Offshoring, Improve Customer Service
WASHINGTON - Today, Senators Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) and Jim Justice (R-WV) sent a letter to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr applauding the commission's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on call center onshoring. If finalized, the rule
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Gosar Introduces VA Hiring Integrity Act to Keep Convicted Fraudsters Off VA Payroll
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Rep. Paul A. Gosar, R-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Original text here:
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Gosar Introduces VA Hiring Integrity Act to Keep Convicted Fraudsters Off VA Payroll
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Congressman Paul Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-09), issued the following statement in response to introducing H.R. 10556, the VA Hiring Integrity Act of 2026, legislation that would prohibit the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) from hiring or retaining individuals who have k
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Hope College Men's Club Futbol Joins US College Club Soccer for 2026 Season
HOLLAND, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Hope College posted the following news:
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Hope College Men's Club Futbol Joins US College Club Soccer for 2026 Season
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Hope College Men's Club Futbol has entered its second year with a significant step forward, joining the U.S. College Club Soccer (USCCS) for the fall 2026 season.
The Flying Dutch are already off to a strong start as they opened its inaugural USCCS season on Sept. 11 with a 2-2 draw against Calvin University in Grand Rapids. The team fol
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House Judiciary Committee Issues Report on Local Access to Courts Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The House Judiciary Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-784) on the Local Access to Courts Act (H.R. 625). The report was advanced by Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, on Aug. 27, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose and Summary
H.R. 625, the Local Access to Courts Act, introduced by Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX), would improve access to court in the Houston Division of the Southern District of Texas and in the Southern District of California. Specifically, the bill would ame
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House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee Issues Report on Water Resources Development Act (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-795) on the Water Resources Development Act (H.R. 9497). The report was advanced by Rep. Sam Graves, R-Missouri, on Sept. 3, 2026.
The House passed the bill on Sept. 16, 2026, and it has been received by the Senate, but not referred to a committee.
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(Continued from Part 1 of 3)
Congressional Direction
Academic Partnerships.--The Committee recognizes the value of the Corps entering
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How quickly people age during midlife predicted memory lapses 10 years later
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Sept. 25 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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How quickly people age during midlife predicted memory lapses 10 years later
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Most people occasionally misplace their car keys or forget a dentist's appointment, especially as they get older. When memory lapses occur regularly and interfere with daily life, however, they could be a sign of a serious decline in a person's cognitive ability, according to David Almeid
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Huntington University Welcomes Largest Class in 16 Years
HUNTINGTON, Indiana, Sept. 26 -- Huntington University issued the following news release:
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Huntington University Welcomes Largest Class in 16 Years
September 24, 2026
HU welcomes 308 new students to Huntington campus for fall 2026 semester
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HUNTINGTON, Ind. -- Huntington University is pleased to announce it has welcomed 308 new students for the fall 2026 semester on the Huntington campus. The number marks a 16-year high for new-student enrollment.
The 308 new students represent an 8
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In the Spotlight: Sept. 28-Oct. 2, 2026
FLAGSTAFF, Arizona, Sept. 25 -- Northern Arizona University posted the following news:
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In the Spotlight: Sept. 28-Oct. 2, 2026
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Kudos to these faculty, staff and programs.
Do you have a spotlight item to share with the NAU community?
E-mail your announcements to Inside@nau.edu, or use our online submission form.
* Students in the Immersive Media and Games program from the Steve Sanghi College of Engineering earned an honorable mention at the 2026 Arizona Game Cup competition. T
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Introducing Linda McCartney Stamps
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- The U.S. Postal Service posted the following news release:
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Introducing Linda McCartney Stamps
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NEW YORK -The U.S. Postal Service today honored Linda McCartney (1941-1998), with a pane of stamps featuring her still life and landscape images. McCartney had a multifaceted career as a photographer, musician, cookbook author and animal rights activist who was a pivotal figure in the vegetarianism movement. A dedication ceremony for the stamps was held today at The M
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Kelly, Gallego, Stanton, Ansari, Grijalva Press Trump Administration for Answers on Proposed Data Center on Public Lands
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSida) -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Kelly, Gallego, Stanton, Ansari, Grijalva Press Trump Administration for Answers on Proposed Data Center on Public Lands
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Lawmakers seek transparency on four Arizona proposals covering more than 3,000 acres of federal public land
Arizona Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego, alongside Representatives Greg Stanton (D-AZ-04), Yassamin Ansari (D-AZ-03), and Adelita Grijalva (D-AZ-07), presse
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Liberty In Action Weekly: Taxpayer Funding = No Secret Operations
PHOENIX, Arizona, Sept. 25 [Category: ThinkTank] -- The Goldwater Institute posted the following news:
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Liberty In Action Weekly: Taxpayer Funding = No Secret Operations
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It's pretty simple: if taxpayers are footing an organization's bills, they deserve to know how it's spending their money. But the publicly-funded Tennessee School Boards Association wants to operate in secret and is suing a private citizen simply for requesting its records. Now, the Goldwater Institute is teaming up w
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Mayo Clinic experts present radiation oncology research at ASTRO 2026
ROCHESTER, Minnesota, Sept. 25 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Mayo Clinic issued the following news release:
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Mayo Clinic experts present radiation oncology research at ASTRO 2026
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ROCHESTER, Minn. -Mayo Clinic researchers will present findings on emerging technologies, precision treatments and new radiation therapy techniques at the 2026 American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Annual Meeting, Sept. 26-30 in Boston.
Mayo Clinic experts will participate in nearly 65 poster, edu
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N.J. A.G. Davenport Urges Congress to Protect Americans From Uncontrolled Artificial Intelligence Models
TRENTON, New Jersey, Sept. 26 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Davenport Urges Congress to Protect Americans From Uncontrolled Artificial Intelligence Models
Bipartisan Coalition of AGs Demands Establishment of a Robust Regulatory Framework for AI Development
September 25, 2026
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TRENTON -- Attorney General Jennifer Davenport co-led a coalition of 26 attorneys general urging Congressional leaders to enact comprehens
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N.Y. A.G. James, Co-signers Issue Letter to Congressional Leadership
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 26 (TNSletter) -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following letter with co-signers to the Congressional leadership:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 23, 2026
The Honorable Mike Johnson
Speaker
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20515
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The Honorable Hakeem Jeffries
Minority Leader
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20515
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The Honorable John Thune
Majority Leader
U.S. Senate
Washington, DC 20510
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Th
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NFL: Niners DE Nick Bosa Expected to Miss Multiple Weeks With Calf Injury
CANTON, Ohio, Sept. 26 -- The National Football League posted the following news:
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Niners DE Nick Bosa expected to miss multiple weeks with calf injury
Sep 25, 2026
Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer
Nick Bosa's 2026 season has encountered another interruption.
The 49ers edge rusher suffered a calf injury during practice this week and is expected to miss multiple weeks, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and ESPN's Adam Schefter reported on Friday. It remains to be seen if he will be pl
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NFL: Seahawks QB Sam Darnold (Glute) Off Injury Report, to Start Sunday Vs. Commanders
CANTON, Ohio, Sept. 26 -- The National Football League posted the following news:
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Seahawks QB Sam Darnold (glute) off injury report, to start Sunday vs. Commanders
Sep 26, 2026
Grant Gordon, Digital Content Editor
Sam Darnold is returning to the fold for the reigning Super Bowl champions.
Darnold has no injury designation and will start for the Seattle Seahawks against the Washington Commanders on Sunday after missing Week 2 with a glute injury.
Injured in his team's season-opening
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Okla. A.G. Drummond Urges Congress to Regulate AI Industry to Protect Oklahomans
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Sept. 26 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release:
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Drummond urges Congress to regulate AI industry to protect Oklahomans
OKLAHOMA CITY (Sept. 25, 2026) - Attorney General Gentner Drummond is calling on Congress to take immediate action to regulate the artificial intelligence industry to protect the safety of Oklahomans.
Drummond joined a coalition of 25 other attorneys general in a letter sent to U.S. House Speaker Mike Jo
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Padilla Breaks Down New Whistleblower Allegations of DHS Lawbreaking Ahead of Midterms
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Padilla Breaks Down New Whistleblower Allegations of DHS Lawbreaking Ahead of Midterms
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WATCH: Padilla uncovers Trump's voter intimidation push through DHS whistleblower disclosure
WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration with jurisdiction over federal elections and Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Immigrat
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Padilla, Warren, Torres Introduce Bill to Address Basic Needs Insecurity in Higher Education
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Padilla, Warren, Torres Introduce Bill to Address Basic Needs Insecurity in Higher Education
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), along with Congresswoman Norma Torres (D-Calif.-35), reintroduced the Basic Assistance for Students In College (BASIC) Act, legislation to help community colleges and four-year institutions address the unmet
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Public Lands Council Urges Caution in Revising Forest Travel Management Policies to Protect Grazing Permits
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
The Honorable Stephen Vaden
Deputy Secretary
U. S. Department of Agriculture
1400 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20250
RE: Docket No. FS-2026-0100; Travel Management; National Forest System Lands
Dear Deputy Secretary Vaden, Under Secretary Boren, and Chief Schultz:
The Public Lands Cou
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Rep. Huffman, Co-signers Issue Letter to Interior Secretary Burgum
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-California, ranking member of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following letter with co-signers to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 24, 2026
The Honorable Doug Burgum
Secretary
U.S. Department of the Interior
1849 C Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20240
Dear Secretary Burgum,
We write to demand answers on the Department of the Interior's (Department) reported plans to en
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Rep. Stanton, Co-signers Issue Letter to Interior Secretary Burgum
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Greg Stanton, D-Arizona, issued the following letter with co-signers to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 21, 2026
The Honorable Doug Burgum
Secretary of Interior
1849 C Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20240
Dear Secretary Burgum:
We write regarding recent reporting that the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is considering four proposed data center and data center-related infrastructure projects in Arizona
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Sen. Kelly, Co-signers Issue Letter to Senate Appropriations Committee, House Appropriations Committee
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 (TNSletter) -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following letter with co-signers to Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, Vice Chair Patty Murray, D-Washington, House Appropriations Committee Chair Tom Cole, R-Oklahoma, and Ranking Member Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Connecticut:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 24, 2026
The Honorable Susan Collins
Chair
Senate Committee on Appropriations
U.S. Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510
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Senate Passes Gallego Resolution Honoring Life and Legacy of Senator Jon Kyl
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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September 25, 2026
Senate Passes Gallego Resolution Honoring Life and Legacy of Senator Jon Kyl
WASHINGTON - This week, the Senate passed Senator Ruben Gallego's (D-AZ)bipartisan resolution honoring the life, service, and legacy of the late former Arizona Senator Jon Kyl. Gallego introduced the resolution alongside Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), and Mitch McConnell (R-KY), with
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Senate Passes Kelly Resolution Honoring Life and Legacy of Senator Jon Kyl
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Senate Passes Kelly Resolution Honoring Life and Legacy of Senator Jon Kyl
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Every member of the Senate joined Kelly's bipartisan resolution honoring Kyl's decades of service to Arizona and the country
This week, the Senate passed Arizona Senator Mark Kelly's bipartisan resolution honoring the life, service, and legacy of the late former Arizona Senator Jon Kyl. Kelly introduced the resolution along
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SENATORS MCCORMICK, GALLEGO, CORNYN, FETTERMAN INTRODUCE BILL TO KEEP CHINESE TRANSCEIVERS OUT OF U.S. NATIONAL SECURITY SYSTEMS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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September 25, 2026
SENATORS MCCORMICK, GALLEGO, CORNYN, FETTERMAN INTRODUCE BILL TO KEEP CHINESE TRANSCEIVERS OUT OF U.S. NATIONAL SECURITY SYSTEMS
WASHINGTON -- U.S. Senators Dave McCormick (R-PA), Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), John Cornyn (R-TX), and John Fetterman (D-PA) today introduced the Securing National Security Systems from Chinese Optical Transceivers Act, bipartisan legislation to preven
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Skills Development Visibility Gap
PHOENIX, Arizona, Sept. 25 -- The University of Phoenix issued the following news release:
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Skills Development Visibility Gap
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Harris Poll survey of 755 U.S. HR leaders finds 64% are very confident they know the skills employees need, but only 43% are very confident employees possess them.
University of Phoenix today announced findings from its Future of Skills Development report, new research conducted online by The Harris Poll examining how HR leaders are navigating skills developme
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Support Rolls in from Academic Experts, AI Researchers for Kelly's Make AI Work for Americans Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Support Rolls in from Academic Experts, AI Researchers for Kelly's Make AI Work for Americans Act
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This week, Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) introduced the Make AI Work for Americans Act, landmark legislation designed to make sure companies benefiting the most from AI pay their fair share and invest in American workers. The bill establishes a dedicated federal trust fund to support American workers, job
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The Hero Returns: Lafayette and the Legacy of Revolution
PHOENIX, Arizona, Sept. 25 [Category: ThinkTank] -- The Goldwater Institute posted the following news:
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The Hero Returns: Lafayette and the Legacy of Revolution
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You're Invited!
In 1824, nearly 50 years after he fought alongside the American revolutionaries, the legendary French hero Marquis de Lafayette returned to the United States for an extraordinary journey through the young nation he had helped create.
Historian and author Richard Brookhiser describes his triumphal tour of ear
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