He says the previous administration’s directive hindered companies with “unnecessary government control.” President Donald Trump signed an executive order last month revoking the protection plan for artificial intelligence…
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Senate Confirms Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary
Members of the upper chamber of Congress continue through the confirmation process of the president’s Cabinet. The Senate confirmed Scott Bessent as the new Secretary of the Treasury…
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President Delays Nippon Steel Purchase Dissolution Deadline until June
The extra time allows courts to review legal challenges to his federal order. This week, President Biden’s administration extended the deadline for Nippon Steel to dissolve its $14.9…
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Energy Department Selects Recipients for Energy Incubation Program
Five business support organizations receive funding to support companies across the country. The Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Technology Transitions (OTT) selected five business support organizations this…
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Commerce Department Signs Cooperation Agreement with Angola
The trade agreement launches commercial partnership between countries’ private sectors. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo signed a trade agreement with Angolan Commerce Minister Rui Miguêns de Oliveira this…
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House Committee Chair Proposes Veteran Healthcare Access Bill
The legislation would require coverage of alternative healthcare if the VA does not schedule appointments within 20 days. House Veterans Affairs Committee chair Representative Mike Bost proposed a…
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HUD Awards Funding for Technical Assistance to 34 Organizations
The department will guide grantees through climate resiliency tactics and workforce development. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced $73 million in technical assistance grants for…
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DHS Releases AI Guide for U.S. Utilities
The guidance offers risk management strategies for private companies, local governments. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas recently announced new guidelines for using artificial intelligence (AI) within utility systems.…
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Labor Department to Host Mining Training Conference in West Virginia
Industry leaders will discuss new best practices November 12 to 15. The Department of Labor announced that the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) will hold its mining…
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Transportation Secretary Announces Funding to Improve Small Air Services
14 states are set to restore and improve flight routes to rural communities. The Department of Transportation (DOT) has awarded $12 million to 14 small air service programs…
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