DHS secretary announces grants available to projects from local governments, nonprofits, and universities. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) opened applications for its Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention…
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DHS Trains Over 275K to Address Human Trafficking
The annual report highlights the department’s efforts, resulting in thousands of arrests and victim support. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released its third annual report from the…
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Legislators Attend Lab Launch For Government AI Testing
The lab will assess the risks and possibilities of artificial intelligence models. Senator Mark Warner and Representatives Don Beyer and Gerry Connolly, all from Virginia, attended the opening…
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Education Department Announces Progress on FAFSA Improvements
Secretary says technical updates will not impact implementation timelines. The U.S. Department of Education provided updates on the progress of the 2024–25 Better FAFSA implementation, emphasizing a commitment…
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10 States Join FTC Suit Against “Sham” Cancer Charity
The organization raised over $18 million over 5 years only providing 1 percent to cancer patients. This week, ten states joined the Federal Trade Commission in suing the…
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USDA Invests in the Food Supply Chain Across States
Grants will enhance local food systems and resilience as seven additional states join the initiative. Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has granted…
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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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USDA Appoints New Advisory Committee Members for Minority Farmers
The 15 members have been appointed to serve a two-year term. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) appointed 15 new members to their Advisory Committee on Minority Farmers,…
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Advocacy Groups Urge DOJ to Rescind “Safe Harbor” Merger Policy
The policy offers protection from prosecution to companies that self-report misconduct. Attorney General Merrick Garland received a letter this week from 14 nonprofits and lobbying groups. They urge…
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Social Security and SSI to Increase Only 3.2% Next Year
The cost of living increase significantly less than the previous fiscal year. Social Security will increase their Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits by 3.2 percent for the 2024…
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