The Postal Service had two payroll errors in recent months that kept carriers from receiving full pay. The National Rural Letter Carriers Association (NRLCA) has filed a national-level…
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HUD Issues Report on Homelessness in 2023
Secretary Fudge commends government efforts as homeless numbers increase 12 percent. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released a report on homelessness for 2023. The department…
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Administration Launches Sponsorship-Based Refugee Program
The State Department will administrate the Welcome Corps initiative. President Biden’s administration launched the Welcome Corps initiative this week. The new refugee program lets U.S. citizens and permanent…
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EPA Allocates $2 Billion to Address Pollution in Low-Income Communities
Represents the largest federal investment in environmental justice efforts. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has opened applications for a first-of-its-kind grant program, allocating $2 billion to address pollution…
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USDA and SBA Strengthen Partnership to Grow Rural Economy
Their investments will include expanding marketing assistance and technical opportunities. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) recently announced the increase in the…
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DHS Updates Language Access Plan
The department adds languages to the online filing portal, receiving community feedback. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released its updated language access plan as well as a…
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FCC Chair Proposes Policy to Support Local Journalism
Local radio and television stations would be given priority in the license renewal process. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chair Jessica Roseworcel released a notice of proposed rulemaking this…
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USDA Invests in Nutrition Incentive Program
Funding advances access to fresh produce for underserved communities across the nation. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a $52 million investment set to support dietary…
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DOJ Commits Grants to Safety Projects Reducing Violent Crime
The department also announced five additional cities in the crime prevention federal partnership. The Department of Justice announced new public safety commitments this month designed to reduce violent…
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DOE Opens Solar and Wind Tax Credit for Low-Income Communities
Applications are now open to receive bonus investment credits. The Department of Energy (DOE) recently opened applications for their Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Program. Eligible organizations can apply…
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