Support for a bipartisan fiscal commission for federal debt management is increasing. Members of Congress are growing more aware of America’s rising debt, which has doubled in the…
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DOE Invests in Expansion of Energy Workforce Training
17 assessment centers and 10 training centers were selected to receive funding. The Department of Energy (DOE) announced this month that it will distribute $40.8 million to 17…
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GSA Explores Large Reduction of Federal Office Space
The federal government could reduce real estate by up to 30 percent and save billions. The General Services Administration, the real estate manager of the federal government, is…
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White House Advocates for Funding to Address Substance Use Disorder
Cites recent survey, says 3 out of 4 addicts go untreated. The White House urged Congress to pass funding to provide treatment for those with substance abuse disorder…
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DOT Releases Emergency Funding for Fire-Damaged Interstate
A section of I-10 in Los Angeles closed due to fire has reopened. The Department of Transportation (DOT) released $3 million in “quick release” funding to kickstart repairs…
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House and Senate Pass Government Funding Resolution
The legislation was spearheaded by Speaker Johnson, avoiding a government shutdown or a Christmas omnibus. The Senate passed the continuing resolution on Wednesday which avoids both a government…
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FCC Funds Emergency Connectivity Program
The program seeks to provide homework assistance under the “Learn Without Limits” initiative. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced a funding commitment of almost $5.2 million through the…
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New House Speaker Considers Options as Budget Deadline Nears
Speaker Johnson seeks to unify his party and pass legislation that is viable in the Senate. Members of the majority in the House of Representatives held a closed-door…
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Energy Department Supports Ocean Carbon Capture and Storage
Secretary Granholm says the projects “will develop groundbreaking new technologies to cut emissions.“ The Department of Energy recently announced that 11 projects across 8 states will receive a…
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Senate Will Not Take Up Israel Stand-Alone Support Bill
The majority leader wants a multi-aid package as does the president. The House of Representatives passed a bill that would provide $14.3 billion in aid to Israel in…
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