Rough weather at sea plagued the project since its installation. The Pentagon announced this week that the temporary humanitarian aid pier connected to Gaza will be permanently dismantled,…
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Acting Labor Secretary Announces Apprenticeship Program Funding
The investment is intended to modernize, diversify, and expand the registered apprenticeship system. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su recently announced that $224 million has been released to…
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HUD Distributes Grants to Improve 65 Public Housing Agencies
The funding supports the installation, repair, or replacement of essential safety systems. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently distributed $10 million in grant funding to…
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FCC Urges Congress to Renew Pandemic-Era Internet Program
The Affordable Connectivity Program funding has expired. The Federal Communications Commission has called on Congress to renew funding for a low-cost internet connectivity program instituted during the COVID-19…
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Army Announces Military Spouse Business Relocation Reimbursement
The new policy provides up to $2,000 to support military families’ entrepreneurship. The 2023 National Defense Authorization Act included a provision that allowed reimbursement for part of the…
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USDA Expands Federal Collaboration to Reduce Food Waste
The agreement with EPA, FDA, and USAID is intended to strengthen national and global efforts. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the renewal of its Federal Interagency…
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Legislators Seek Transparency on California High-Speed Rail Funding
Senator Cruz and Representative Graves question the viability of the $3 billion allocation after delays and rising costs. Senator Ted Cruz of Texas, ranking member of the Senate…
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House Passes First 2025 Funding Bill
The funding for the VA is facing an unlikely future due to the restrictions on federally-funded abortions. The House of Representatives passed its first bill for the 2025…
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USDA Provides $824 Million in Emergency Funding for Bird Flu
The department is supporting APHIS’ work with state governments and local producers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) approved $824 million for emergency response efforts addressing the H5N1…
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EPA Announces $900 Million in Grants for Electric School Bus Program
The funding will support the purchase of 3,400 busses for 530 school districts. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the latest release of funding to update school bus…
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