Technical assistance is offered to strengthen the partnership between states and the federal government. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that eight states will be…
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DOT Approves Loan for North Carolina Turnpike Completion
The ongoing project will extend the highway near Raleigh by 10.8 miles. The Department of Transportation approved a $417 million loan to extend the I-40 to an interchange…
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Senate Passes $93.5 Billion Aid Package
Border security funding was not included and no offsetting cuts were made. The Senate passed a supplemental package Tuesday morning. The measure would provide $60 billion in assistance…
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House Committees Debate Funding for Programs in Farm Bill
Divisions arise over federal food benefit programs and “climate-friendly” farming. The next farm spending bill, which is renewed every five years, is due this September. The legislation renews funding…
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Federal Broadband Discount Program Suspended Due to Low Funds
Affordable Connectivity Program stops accepting new enrollments. White House Senior Advisor to the President and Director of the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs Tom Perez confirmed that President Biden’s…
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White House Determined to Pass Aid for Ukraine Through Congress
The national security advisor said there is no “plan B.” National security advisor Jake Sullivan emphasized the White House’s dedication to passing additional aid for Ukraine through Congress,…
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Stand-Alone Israel Aid Bill Fails in House
The aid package would have provided $17.6 billion to Israel. Speaker Mike Johnson of Louisiana brought stand-alone legislation to the House floor on Tuesday which was voted down.…
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Human Trafficking Solutions Award for 2024 Launched by DOT
The contest is part of the department’s recognition of February as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The Department of Transportation (DOT) has opened applications for their 2024 Combating…
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HUD Awards $39 Million for Low-Income Home Hazard Identification
Funding to go to 23 organizations in 15 states. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded $39 million to 23 organizations and governmental programs focused on…
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VA Announces Grants for Veteran Suicide Prevention
The community-based organizations provide support, screenings, and case management. The Department of Veterans Affairs recently announced the availability of $52.5 million in funding for grants to organizations focused…
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