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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HUD 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…
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DOT 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…
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Commerce, 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…
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President 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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USDA Seeks Public Comment Regarding Discrimination
Lending programs are the focus of desired feedback. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) opened up public comment last week, requesting input on how to best assist farmers…
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Commerce Official Attends ITU Conference in Romania
Announces American contribution toward internet coalition. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves served as the Senior U.S. Representative at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) 2022 Conference in Bucharest,…
Read MoreJustice Department to Award $57 Million Toward Reforms
The funding will support criminal justice reform and advance racial equity within the justice system. The Justice Department recently announced that nearly $57 million will be awarded in…
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