Dept of Labor

Labor Department Awards Funding to Youth Workforce Transition Programs

Over $10 million will be split between four states for underserved communities. The Department of Labor announced $10.5 million in funding for funded youth workforce transition programs. This…

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U.S. and Chinese Defense Officials Restart Talks on Pacific Incidents 

The meeting in Hawaii signals an attempt to improve communication and ease tensions. U.S. and Chinese defense officials have resumed discussions after nearly a two-year hiatus, focusing on…

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DoD Issues Final Plans for Implementation of Zero Trust Cybersecurity

35 full-time staff refined 39 drafts in “tremendous effort.” The Department of Defense (DoD) chief information officer released the finalized plan to implement zero-trust cybersecurity for all defense…

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Strategic Petroleum Reserve

Energy Department Cancels Oil Purchases for Strategic Petroleum Reserve

The administration cites high oil prices for the delay in refilling low stock. The Department of Energy (DOE) announced it has canceled two upcoming oil purchases that would…

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Interior Invests in Native Hawaiian Tourism Initiatives

2024 grant program opened for Indigenous educational engagement. The Department of the Interior (DOI) opened $1 million in grant funding to Native Hawaiian Organizations offering educational programs to…

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FAA Allocates Funding to Enhance Traffic Control Tower Operations

Investments will support safety upgrades and operations at regional airports in 17 states. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is providing $20 million to enhance 20 airport-owned airport traffic…

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Legislation Would Require Data Analysis of Federal Remote Work

The bill is intended to reveal the statistical pros and cons of teleworking. Senators Gary Peters of Michigan and Joni Ernst of Iowa have proposed legislation that would…

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Proposed OSHA Rule Supports Employees’ Rights During Inspections

The move would clarify guidelines for designating representatives, enhancing fairness and effectiveness in OSHA inspections. The U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule regarding employee rights to…

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Interior Halts Drilling and Mining in the Thompson Divide

Secretary Haaland announces the finalized rule that will preserve 221,898 acres in central Colorado for 20 years. The Department of the Interior (DOI) announced Wednesday that it is…

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DOE Loans $1.52 Billion to Restart Nuclear Power Plant in Michigan

Holtec International intends to recommission an 800 megawatt energy facility. The Department of Energy (DOE) authorized a $1.52 billion loan to Holtec International, supporting the company’s efforts to…

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