Part of Capital Projects Fund of American Rescue Plan. The Department of the Treasury has approved $540.2 million for the installation of high-speed internet throughout California. The state…
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President Announces New Climate Agency
He signs an executive order that expands his Justice40 Initiative. President Joe Biden signed an executive order establishing the Office of Environmental Justice. The order directs federal agencies to…
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USDA Issues Equity in Farming Plan
The deputy secretary said, they want a systemic change. A commission on equity established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USD) provides 32 recommendations intended to advance “equity”…
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Administration Releases Cybersecurity Strategy
A large portion of work is already underway. President Biden’s administration has put forth its new strategy for cybersecurity. Essentially, they plan to expand requirements for cybersecurity in…
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State Department Committed to Pandemic Accord
Members of Congress are concerned over American sovereignty. The State Department cited the U.S. government’s commitment to a Pandemic Accord on Monday, saying it “will vastly improve the…
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Deputy Secretary Bronaugh Steps Down from USDA
She will be spending more time with family after two years of service. Deputy Secretary Jewel Bronaugh has announced that she will be leaving the U.S. Department of…
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USDA Announces Partnership with National Urban League
The agency will collaborate with the historic civil rights organization. The Department of Agriculture (USDA) signed a memorandum of understanding with the National Urban League, solidifying their mutual…
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HUD Rule Would Require Community Equity Plans
Proposed rules revamp fair housing commitments. A new rule from the Housing and Urban Development Department would require localities and states to submit equity plans every five years…
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City National Bank Settles Redlining Dispute with DOJ
The entity denies allegations of discrimination and pledges to open a branch in the area. The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that City National Bank has agreed to…
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State Department Issues LGBTQI+ Grant Funding Notice
Up to $1.5 million in funding is being made available to profit and nonprofit organizations. The U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor issued a…
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