Federal funding intended to provide technical assistance and training to guarantee safe drinking water and effective wastewater treatment in underserved areas. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently…
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NASA Selects Two Mission Proposals for 12 Month Scientific Review
One of the proposals will be selected to become a full mission for launch by 2032. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) selected two proposals for full…
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EPA Finalizes Rule Requiring Removal of All Lead Pipes by 2034
New standard estimated to preserve health of 900,000 infants. This week while in Wisconsin, President Joe Biden announced the finalization of a rule by the Environmental Protection Agency…
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FEMA Distributes $210 Million to Protect Faith-Based Institutions
DHS has prioritized domestic terrorism. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently invested $210 million to increase protections for faith-based institutions warding off targeted attacks against their communities. …
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USDA Releases Recommendations for Supporting U.S. Forests
Officials outline climate change, workforce shortage, and hurdles in communication as key issues. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released a joint report outlining ways to support and…
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Interior Department Allocates $71 Million to Electrify Tribal Homes
Distributes final round of funding from Tribal Electrification Program. The Department of the Interior (DOI) distributed $71 million to Native American Tribal Nations for the electrification of homes…
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Treasurer Chief Malerba Visits Band Ojibwe Reservation to Review Federal Investments
New bank, wastewater treatment facility, and townhomes funded by grants. U.S. Treasurer Chief Lynn Malerba visited the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe reservation in Minnesota last month, touring…
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Interior Department Announces $1.3 Million for Local Wildland Fire Engines
Launches pilot program to retrofit vehicles with slip-on tankers. The Department of the Interior (DOI) distributed $1.3 million to the wildfire response teams of local governments, allowing them…
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Acting Labor Secretary Attends North Carolina Trade Events
Joins apprenticeship establishment ceremony and tours Climate Corps center. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su traveled to North Carolina this week to attend two local workforce events. In…
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FBI Reports Violent Crimes Down, Hate Crimes Up
Some question the accuracy of the data due to the lack of use of new reporting system for law enforcement. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) released its…
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