States will have increased flexibility to balance conservation efforts and safety concerns for farmers and residents. The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) proposed a revised policy regarding…
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HHS and FDA Respond to DEA’s Action on Kratom-Related Products
3 synthetic compounds have been temporarily placed into Schedule I. The Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) commended the Drug Enforcement…
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House Bill “Sunshine for Our Kids“ Would Restore Standard Time Permanently Nationwide
Two states already use on Standard Time permanently while no states use Daylight Saving year-round. Representatives Mary Gay Scanlon of Pennsylvania and Pat Harrigan of North Carolina have…
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President Trump Announces Midterm Convention in Dallas
His party is anticipated to highlight its goals and accomplishments. President Donald Trump announced that his party will hold a midterm convention in Dallas, Texas, in September. President…
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FAA Investigating Drone Collision with Jet Blue Flight in NYC
The airline pilot reported the strike occurred at 3,000 feet. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating a JetBlue pilot’s report of a drone striking his aircraft at…
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Ronald Reagan National Airport will Close for USA 250th Anniversary Celebrations
Arrivals and departures will cease at noon on July 4th. Flights will be grounded at Ronald Reagan National Airport for the United States’ 250th Anniversary celebrations starting at…
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HUD Cuts Los Angeles Homelessness Funding During Fraud Investigation
Secretary Turner said his organization will fund results, not “corrupt failure or the homeless industrial complex.” The Department of Housing and Urban Development announced the suspension of funding…
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Transportation Department Invests in Airport Infrastructure Modernization
The transportation secretary said that “American families deserve state-of-the-art runways and infrastructure that will make their travel experience safer, smoother, and more efficient.” Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary…
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EPA Awards BEACH Act Grants for Water Quality Monitoring
Funding will support water testing and public alerts on unsafe swimming conditions across coastal and Great Lakes regions. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced BEACH Act…
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Labor Department Clarifies English Proficiency Rules for Commercial Drivers
New guidance affects labor certification applications for foreign commercial motor vehicle operators. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued new guidance requiring foreign workers in commercial motor vehicle…
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