At issue is the grounding of the 737 Max 9 aircraft. Senators Ted Cruz of Texas and Mark Warner of Virginia, as well as other members of Congress,…
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Supreme Court to Hear Case on Homelessness Policies
States seek to clear tent encampments, homeless claim Constitutional violation. The Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal filed by the city of Grants Pass, Oregon, regarding…
Read MoreDHS Secretary Speaks at 92nd Conference of Mayors
He promoted collaboration on security with hundreds of local leaders. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas spoke at the 92nd Winter Meeting of the U.S. Conference of Mayors…
Read MoreTraffic Control Device Manual Updated to Improve Road Safety
The national standards for traffic signs, signals, and pavement markings have not changed since 2009. The Federal Highway Administration has released the 11th edition of the Manual on…
Read MoreFederal Court Issues Injunction Against Pharmaceutical Company
The corporation is prohibited from distributing drugs after not complying with federal manufacturing requirements. The District Court of Massachusetts brought a permanent injunction against Pharmasol Corporation, which is…
Read MoreFDA Issues Alert on Safety Concerns with Certain CPAP Machines
Reports of thermal issues with Philips DreamStation 2 CPAP Machines prompt discussions with the company. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has alerted patients and healthcare providers…
Read MoreFAA Announces Steps to Address Issues Raised in Safety Review
The agency seeks to improve air traffic controller training and retention. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently released action steps to address America’s shortage of air traffic controllers. A…
Read MoreSenate Subcommittee Investigates Airline Bag, Seat Fees
Begins probe into additional fees imposed by five major airlines. The Senate’s Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations launched a probe this week into airlines’ use of fees for baggage,…
Read MoreNHTSA Launches Probe into Hyundai and Kia Recalls
Reporting of potential fires from leaking brake fluid has continued since 2017, affecting over 6 million vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is reviewing 16 different…
Read MoreDOJ Commits Grants to Safety Projects Reducing Violent Crime
The department also announced five additional cities in the crime prevention federal partnership. The Department of Justice announced new public safety commitments this month designed to reduce violent…
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