Oregon school district is required to provide equally for boys’ and girls’ teams. The Office for Civil Rights for the Department of Education resolved an investigation into the…
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USPS Releases Ginsburg Stamp Design
Forever stamp set will be available in 2023. The United States Postal Service (USPS) released its newest forever stamp design that features an oil-painted portrait of the late…
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President Announces Protections from Junk Bank Fees
He says the measure will help struggling families. On Wednesday, President Joe Biden announced the implementation of protections from what he called “junk fees.” The measures include prohibiting…
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Grants Announced for Victims of Violence Against Women
Justice Department allots $49.85 million dedicated to legal services and family safety. The Department of Justice recently announced that their Office on Violence Against Women is providing $49.85…
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Secretary Yellen to Visit Rosebud Sioux Tribe
The first time any Treasury Secretary visits Tribal nation. The Treasury Department has announced that Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen will be visiting the Rosebud Sioux Tribe next week.…
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Jill Biden Speaks at State Department Function
Comments on Ukraine at annual women’s award ceremony. First Lady Jill Biden spoke at the 16th International Women in Courage Award ceremony on Monday, commending the bravery of…
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First Lady Shares Video Message for International Women’s Day
Communicates support especially for women in Ukraine and Russia. First Lady Jill Biden marked International Women’s Day on Tuesday with a video message to women around the world,…
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President Biden Conveys Support for Gender Equity
Promises to request $2.6 billion for global equality programs. President Biden released a statement on International Women’s Day, in which he promised to request $2.6 billion for foreign…
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Treasury Department Names Racial Equity Counselor
New program will look at banking and other financial services industries. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announced the hiring of a former JPMorgan Chase executive to head a new government program…
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Justice Department Continues Civil Rights Investigation
Drops the admissions discrimination lawsuit brought by previous administration. The Biden administration announced that it would be reversing another action of the prior administration on Wednesday, as the…
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