The hearing will investigate apps’ negative impact on children. The Senate Commerce Consumer Protection subcommittee announced that it would be hearing testimony this week from three major internet…
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USDA Announces 2022 Wood Innovation Grants
U.S. Forest Service organizes program for sustainability and climate. This week Department of Agriculture Deputy Secretary Jewel Bronaugh announced new funding totaling $13 million for the Wood Innovations…
Read MoreNHTSA to Open Probe of Diesel Ram Trucks
Reports of fuel pump failures in 2018-2020 diesel trucks prompt investigation. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that it would be investigating high-pressure fuel pump failures…
Read MoreNew Fish and Wildlife Service Director Nominated
President promotes deputy director of the agency for Senate confirmation. On Thursday, President Biden announced that he selected Martha Williams to serve as the next Director of the…
Read MoreFederal Departments Focus on Protecting Waters
The effort will research the effects of mining operations on the most-visited wilderness area. On Wednesday, President Biden’s administration announced that the Departments of the Interior and Agriculture…
Read MoreBudget Results Released for Fiscal Year 2021
Treasury secretary and acting OMB director issue joint statement. U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and White House Office of Management and Budget Acting Director Shalanda Young released a…
Read MoreIntelligence Officials to Prioritize Tech Industry Outreach
Threats from China and Russia target U.S. emerging technology. The National Counterintelligence and Security Center said it is prioritizing industry outreach efforts to ensure U.S. economic and national security…
Read MoreUnemployment Claims Drop to 290,000 Last Week
2 million jobs likely will not return to the economy. The Department of Labor released the latest figures measuring the U.S. job market on Thursday. The report found…
Read MoreSpeaker Says Spending Bill Deal Within Sight
She expressed optimism after virtual meeting with president and Senate majority leader. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi met virtually on Friday with President Biden and Senate Majority…
Read MoreOver 7,000 Brazilians and Venezuelans Illegally Cross Border
Agents say many come with luggage and cash. Tens of thousands of migrants from South America have flown into Mexico and crossed into a remote part of Arizona…
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