WASHINGTON, June 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Government Accountability Office issued the following report: * * * 2030 Census: Census Bureau Needs Additional Data to Inform Design Decisions * Fast Facts The U.S. Census Bureau is sending workers door-to-door as part of the 2026 Census Test. During these tests, workers evaluate methods, technology, and procedures for the 2030 Census. The Bureau plans to test new ways to collect data, such as using U.S. Postal Service staff to count people in person. more PR

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Joint Economic Committee, issued the following news release on June 3, 2026: * * * Americans Have Paid $43 Billion More for Gas as Bessent Dismisses Rising Costs as a "Blip" In response to Joint Economic Committee Ranking Member Maggie Hassan (D-NH)'s questions this morning, Secretary Scott Bessent called inflation under President Trump a "short-term blip." Bessent also vastly underestimated increased gas, and ov more PR

AUBURN, Alabama, June 3 -- Auburn University posted the following news: * * * Auburn researchers, soccer player analyze the biomechanics of the body feint * Graduate students working in the Auburn University Biomechanical Engineering Lab recently decided to analyze -even if only vicariously -a masterpiece of anatomical misdirection engineered by the most valuable leg in the world. "With the upcoming friendly match between Argentina and Iceland that'll be held here in Auburn leading up to t more PR

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, June 4 -- Baker Donelson, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Chambers USA Ranks 101 Baker Donelson Attorneys in 2026 Edition The recently released 2026 edition of Chambers USA, a highly regarded directory of America's leading lawyers for business, ranked 101 attorneys from Baker Donelson as leading practitioners in their respective fields. Additionally, the Firm received national rankings for Construction, Healthcare, Gaming & Licensing, and Transportatio more PR

WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Committee Hears Powerful Testimony Bolstering the Need to Fix College Sports Crisis, Stop Cuts to Women's & Olympic Sports & Protect Athletes * 06.04.26 Protect College Sports Act reflects Cantwell key pillars: ensuring federal rights and protections for athletes and securing the future of women's and Olympic sports WASHINGTON, D.C. - At a landmark hearing on the Protect College Sports Act,  more PR

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, ranking member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on June 4, 2026: * * * Committee Hears Powerful Testimony Bolstering the Need to Fix College Sports Crisis, Stop Cuts to Women's & Olympic Sports & Protect Athletes Protect College Sports Act reflects Cantwell key pillars: ensuring federal rights and protections for athletes and securing the future of women's and Olympic sports more PR

TUSKEGEE, Alabama, June 5 -- The Tuskegee University posted the following news: * * * Dr. Brown welcomes new Veterans Integrated Service Network director, Dr. Wendell Jones, to deep and ongoing relationship with Tuskegee University As part of the long-standing relationship with the Veterans Administration Hospital in Tuskegee, Dr. Mark A. Brown, president and CEO, joined the Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) to formally welcome Dr. Wendell Jones to the community as Director more PR

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Rep. Gary Palmer, R-Alabama, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment, issued the following news release on June 3, 2026: * * * Environment Subcommittee Holds Hearing Examining the Modernization of the Clean Air Act's Mobile Source Requirements Today, Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Environment, led a hearing titled Rules of the Road: Examining Legislation to Modernize the Clean Air Act's Mobile Source Require more PR

WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * EPA Marks 500 Days of Trump Administration with Another 100 Top Environmental Actions * Administrator Zeldin Highlights Another Tranche of Environmental Victories as EPA Continues Powering the Great American Comeback WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced 100 additional pro-environmental actions completed since the Trump EPA's one-yea more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 4 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * Family who grew up in Mercer CAPS house shares its 136-year history * For decades, a historic house on College Street in Macon welcomed family and neighbors with open arms. Now a part of Mercer's campus, the home's legacy of warmth and community has continued as the location for the University's Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). On May 13, siblings Dr. Michael and Rebekah Hudgins presented CAPS staff more PR

DECATUR, Alabama, June 5 -- Calhoun Community College issued the following news release: * * * The Future Is Now: Calhoun Community College Offers Free AI Workshop Workshop Aims to Make Artificial Intelligence Understandable and Practical for All - Calhoun Community College's Workforce Solutions division is excited to announce the launch of a free AI Essentials workshop titled "Making Sense of the Future." Designed for all experience levels, this one-hour workshop is crafted to make Artific more PR

GADSDEN, Alabama, June 5 -- Gadsden State Community College issued the following news: * * * Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Receives Walmart Spark Good Grant to Expand Public Safety Training The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation has received a grant through the Walmart Spark Good Grant Program to support and expand public safety training initiatives throughout the community. The funding will enhance access to critical training opportunities that equip individuals with the knowledge and ski more PR

BRISTOL, Connecticut, June 4 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Game On: ESPN Launches 2026-27 College Football Preview Magazine * * Special edition features 128 pages, three different regional covers * Fans can purchase on newsstands and via Amazon With the 2026-27 college football season just weeks away, ESPN has produced a 128-page College Football Preview magazine powered by the collective work of many of ESPN's college footba more PR

MONTGOMERY, Alabama, June 4 -- Gov. Kay Ivey, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ivey Approves Request for Alabama National Guard to Support America 250 Events in Nation's Capital * MONTGOMERY - Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced she approved a request for the Alabama National Guard (ALNG) to support operations surrounding the America 250 events in Washington, D.C. "One month from today, our nation will mark 250 years of freedom. Without hesitation, the Alaba more PR

MIAMI, Florida, June 5 -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Holland & Knight Ranks Among Nation's Leading Law Firms in Chambers USA 2026 Holland & Knight has 297 attorneys recognized as preeminent practitioners in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA - America's Leading Lawyers for Business. In addition, the respected legal guide named Holland & Knight a leading law firm in 133 practice categories across the nation and regionally. Chambers and Partners has  more PR

TROY, Alabama, June 4 -- Troy University issued the following news: * * * Hosting baseball Super Regional sparks tremendous sense of pride for Trojans worldwide * The TROY Trojans baseball team is not only making history with this year's post-season success; it is filling the University's students, faculty, staff and alumni with a tremendous sense of pride. Last weekend, the Trojans defeated Rider and Miami and then beat the regional host Florida Gators twice to win the Gainesville Regiona more PR

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Alabama, chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following opening statement on June 4, 2026, at a markup for the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal 2027 (H.R. 8800): * * * Throughout our budget hearings this year, we've heard a consistent theme: the defense industrial base - the foundation of our military power - is in trouble. Over the last 30 years, the defense industrial base has atrophied significantly. We are no  more PR

MONTGOMERY, Alabama, June 5 -- The Alabama Department of Commerce posted the following news: * * * Kamtec Auto USA to bring $9.2 million investment, 50 jobs to Auburn South Korean automotive supplier Kamtec Auto USA announced this week it will open its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Auburn. The new operation represents a $9.2 million investment and will create about 50 jobs over the next three years. The facility will provide advanced technical components for engine control and electri more PR

SAN FRANCISCO, California, June 5 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Littler and Its Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Chambers USA Guide Across Key Practice Areas Littler, the world's largest employment and labor law practice representing management, and its attorneys have once again earned recognition in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business. These notable rankings, grounded in comprehensive market research and independent analysis, highli more PR

NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, May 29 -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance issued the following news release: * * * Louisiana House Issues Resolution Calling for USDA Section 32 Purchases of Shrimp On May 13th, by a vote of 92 yeas to 0 nays, the Louisiana House of Representatives adopted House Resolution No. 205 to "[u]rge and request the United States Department of Agriculture to utilize the Commodity Procurement program under Section 32 of the Agricultural Adjustment Act to purchase domestic shrimp  more PR

MONTGOMERY, Alabama, June 4 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Southern Poverty Law Center posted the following news: * * * Louisiana Law Shielding Bail Bond Companies From Issuing Refunds to Overcharged Customers Ruled Unconstitutional After SPLC Lawsuit * NEW ORLEANS - In a significant legal victory for Louisiana families overcharged by bail bonds companies, a state court judge has declared that a 2019 law shielding those companies from having to pay back their clients is unconstitutional. The more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 [Category: Political] -- The NAACP posted the following news release: * * * NAACP Condemns Supreme Court Ruling Allowing Discriminatory Alabama Congressional Map * June 3, 2026 Contact: Communications@naacpnet.org WASHINGTON -The NAACP is condemning the U.S. Supreme Court's latest decision allowing Alabama to use a congressional map previously found to be intentionally discriminatory against Black voters, warning that the ruling marks another dangerous step in the dis more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Barry Moore, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Barry Moore introduces BLAST Act to ban Members of Congress from lobbying * Washington D.C. - Today, Representative Barry Moore (AL-01) and Representative Eugene Vindman (VA-07) introduced the Banning Lobbying and Safeguarding Trust (BLAST) Act (link is external), legislation that would prohibit Members of Congress from lobbying Congress after leaving office. The BLAST Act closes Washington's r more PR

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Alabama, chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Rogers Praises Committee Passage of the FY27 NDAA Today, the House Armed Services Committee passed the Chairman's Mark of H.R. 8800, the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (FY27 NDAA), advancing legislation that revitalizes the defense industrial base, strengthens American deterrence, and gives servicemembers the support they need to defe more PR

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, June 3 -- Samford University issued the following news release: * * * Samford University Appoints Todd C. Ream to Lead Mann Institute for Christian Faith & Learning * Following its national search for an executive director to lead the new Mann Institute for Christian Faith & Learning, Samford University has appointed Todd C. Ream, an accomplished author, professor and administrator with 30 years of experience in higher education. Ream currently serves as university pro more PR

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, June 3 -- Samford University issued the following news release: * * * Samford's School of Public Health Recognizes Student Achievement at UPD Induction and Awards Ceremony * Samford University's School of Public Health recognized outstanding student achievement during the annual Upsilon Phi Delta (UPD) Honor Society Induction and Awards Ceremony.. The event honored majors from the Department of Healthcare Administration and Informatics including graduating seniors, schol more PR

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following statement on June 3, 2026: * * * Cruz: Protect College Sports Act Saves the Games that Fans Love, Opportunities for Student Athletes In his opening statement during today's Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee hearing, Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) emphasized how the Protect College Sports Act - introduced alongside Ranking Member Maria Cant more PR

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Delaware, issued the following news release on June 3, 2026: * * * Senator Blunt Rochester Discusses the Future of College Sports "As the daughter of a former student athlete, as a member of the Congressional Black Caucus, the former CEO of the Metropolitan Wilmington Urban League, and a lifelong member of the NAACP, I'm taking all of these concerns very seriously." - U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Comme more PR

WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Rep. Harriet Hageman, R-Wyoming, chairman of the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries, issued the following news release on June 3, 2026: * * * Restoring Commonsense Marine Resource Management Today, the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries held a legislative hearing on four bills that restore sound science and transparency for fisheries management, promote state management of marine resources and affirm Alaska Native cultural ac more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * Tuberville Exposes Life-Altering Risks Associated with Transitioning Minors * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) spoke with Chloe Cole, a de-transitioner and advocate, and Dr. Kurt Miceli, Chief Medical Officer of Do No Harm, during a Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee (HELP) hearing examining the use of gender-transition surgeries on minors. During the hearing more PR

TUSKEGEE, Alabama, June 5 -- The Tuskegee University posted the following news: * * * Tuskegee University Materials Science Researchers Make an Advancement in Quantum Materials Innovation strengthens Tuskegee's trajectory toward Carnegie High Research (R2) Goal - Researchers at Tuskegee University are advancing the frontiers of quantum science with the development of a groundbreaking metal oxide-based quantum emitter--an innovation poised to accelerate next-generation advances in quantum co more PR

WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Senator Katie Britt Questions Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Iran, Cuba During Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Hearing * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, participated in a State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Subcommittee hearing reviewing the President's Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 budget request for  more PR

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama, June 4 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news: * * * UAH names Dr. Srinath Ekkad as Dean of the College of Engineering Julie Jansen The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) has named Dr. Srinath Ekkad as the next Dean of the College of Engineering following a national search. His appointment begins Aug. 5, 2026. UAH is a part of The University of Alabama System. Ekkad joins UAH from North Carolina State University, where he served as Professor and H more PR