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…
Read MoreUSDA 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…
Read MoreHUD 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…
Read MoreCity 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…
Read MoreState 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…
Read MoreHUD Seeks Feedback on Disaster Recovery Fund Usage
Secretary Fudge speaks about the update of the distribution process to increase equity and speed of recovery. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently announced it…
Read MoreDOT Opens Applications for RAISE Program Grants
Transportation secretary announces equity-improving infrastructure projects eligible for funding. The Department of Transportation (DOT) has opened applications for $1.5 billion in grant funding through the Rebuilding American Infrastructure…
Read MoreCommerce, Labor, Education Forge New Partnership
Collaboration is intended to strengthen the flow between education and stable careers. The Department of Education announced the launch of the Unlocking Career Success initiative, a partnership between…
Read MorePresident Announces Protections from Junk Bank Fees
He says the measure will help struggling families. On Wednesday, President Joe Biden announced the implementation of protections from what he called “junk fees.” The measures include prohibiting…
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