The agency is taking action under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently released preliminary guidelines for cosmetic companies for the…
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Transportation Department Invests in Tribal Road Projects
Secretary Buttigieg announces investments that will include safety improvements and pedestrian infrastructure. The Department of Transportation announced the release of $21 million in grant funding for 88 Tribal…
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Administration Announces Heat Protections for Workers
The move comes after members of Congress wrote to OSHA with concerns about protecting workers from heat exposure. President Joe Biden has requested that the Department of Labor…
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Invent2Prevent Winners Announced by DHS
A mentorship program and a project to address anti-semitism won the contest. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the two winners of the Invent2Prevent competition. The program…
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Congress Moves to Expand Drone Security Measures
Legislation drafted that would permit drone detection technology at public events. Bipartisan representatives recently introduced legislation to the House, proposing to expand governmental authority over drone detection technology…
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Veterans Affairs Officers to Begin Wearing Body Cameras
The installations in cars and uniforms will be complete by December. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that its police officers will be required to use in-car…
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FDA Releases Guidelines on Safeguarding Tattoo Ink from Microbes
The guidance is open to public comment for 90 days. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released preliminary guidelines to help tattoo ink manufacturers and distributors…
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Interior Announces Additional Funding to Close Orphaned Oil Wells
The next installment of over $63 million will be implemented under the infrastructure law. The Department of the Interior announced the next round of funding for abandoned oil…
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Transportation Secretary Tours Site of I-95 Bridge Collapse
Pledges federal funding to rebuild the key section of the Philadelphia highway. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg visited the wrecked I-95 bridge in Philadelphia this week, assessing the…
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DOT Awards Grants Under Railroad Crossing Elimination Program
$570 million will go toward updating 400 railroad crossings in 32 states. The Department of Transportation announced the distribution of the Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant Program, awarding $570…
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