Commerce Department Establishes 31 National Tech Hubs

Administration rolls out the first phase of the new technological development program. President Joe Biden and Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced the locations selected for the first…

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Hurricanes Lee and Jova Both Intensify

Neither is currently forecast to make landfall in the United States. The National Hurricane Center reports that Hurricane Lee joins Tropical Depression Fourteen as a Category 5 in…

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Secretary Cardona Commends Puerto Rico’s Education Reorganization

The sixth-largest U.S. school district redistributes authority to local groups. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona commended Puerto Rico’s release of their plans for the Initiative for Decentralization of…

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New Members Appointed to Puerto Rico Conservation Board

The governor of Puerto Rico and the Interior Department jointly approve three leaders. Deputy Secretary of the Interior Tommy Beaudreau announced the appointment of three members to the…

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Secretary Granholm Concludes Fourth Visit to Puerto Rico

Department of Energy is continuing research for the territory’s renewable energy goals. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm wrapped up her most recent visit to Puerto Rico, where she…

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Puerto Rican University Receives $3 Million Award

Deputy Secretary of Commerce makes the announcement regarding support for internet technology in San Juan. The Department of Commerce awarded Puerto Rico’s Universidad del Sagrado Corazón nearly $3…

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House Votes to Decolonize Puerto Rico

The legislation would let Puerto Ricans determine their political future. The House of Representatives has passed a bill that would allow citizens of Puerto Rico to choose how…

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Interior Secretary Visits Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands

Tours historic sites and rebuilding efforts after Hurricanes Irma and Maria. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland was joined by Assistant Secretary for Insular and International Affairs Carmen…

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USDA Aids Hurricane Fiona Recovery Efforts

Offers assistance for farmers, ranchers, animals, and residents, particularly in Puerto Rico. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has directed the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to make disaster assistance…

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Hurricane Fiona Hits Puerto Rico

President Biden makes an emergency declaration. The entire island of Puerto Rico lost power Sunday as Hurricane Fiona made a direct hit on the U.S. territory with dangerous…

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