WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and a group of her colleagues are calling on Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to address the national security threat posed by advanced vehicles with ties to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The letter asks Sheinbaum to take steps to scrutinize the manufacturing and sale of these vehicles and comes just after the U.S. Department of Commerce announced restrictions on the i more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: Funding will support more resilient and energy efficient housing for lower income Philadelphians St. George Athenagoras Manor, Cobbs Creek, and Inglis Gardens will receive funding Awards, made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act, will bring down energy and housing costs for seniors, working families, people with disabilities Today, U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) and U more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10590) on Oct. 1, 2024, by social policy specialist Emilie Stoltzfus. Here are excerpts: * * * Child Welfare: Purposes, Federal Programs, and Funding The Work of Child Welfare Agencies Children depend on adults - usually their parents - to protect and support them. The broadest mission of public child welfare agencies is to strengthen families so that children can depend on th more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12775) on Oct. 2, 2024, by legislative attorney Kevin J. Hickey: * * * Copyright and Uses of Music by Political Campaigns During election seasons, news stories often report of musicians and songwriters objecting to uses of their music by political campaigns. Sometimes, these artists send cease-and-desist letters, threaten or file lawsuits, or otherwise publicly demand that candid more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12380) on Oct. 2, 2024, by military personnel specialist Kristy N. Kamarck. Here are excerpts: * * * FY2025 NDAA: Basic Needs Allowance for Military Families In 2023, the House Armed Services Committee (HASC) established the Quality of Life (QOL) Panel to develop legislative proposals for the 118th Congress. On April 8, 2024, the QOL Panel released its final report. Several of t more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: Grant funding breakdown available here. Las Vegas, Nev. Today, U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) announced more than $20 million in new federal funding they secured to improve public safety in Nevada. These funds from the Department of Justice (DOJ) will support state, local, and Tribal law enforcement, courts, and services for victims of crime and abuse across  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today announced $36,714,994 in federal funding for the Illinois Department of Human Services to help support treatment and prevention services for substance and opioid use disorders and overdoses. This funding comes through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Admin more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: GIBSON CITY U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today met with leadership staff at Gibson Area Hospital and Health Services (GAHHS) to discuss the recent enactment of Durbin's Supporting and Improving Rural EMS Needs (SIREN) Reauthorization Act. Thanks to Durbin's legislation, GAHHS has received nearly $500,000 in SIREN grant funding for their ambulance service. The SIREN Reauthorization Act  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release on Oct. 3, 2024: Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) demanded answers from Acadia Healthcare regarding reports that inpatient psychiatric facilities owned by Acadia Healthcare have wrongfully detained patients under medically unnecessary circumstances. "A New York Times investigation into your company detailed troubling accounts of abuse, rape, neglect, and unjust confinement of patients through more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and the co-founder and co-chair of the Electrification Caucus, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), and U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.) welcomed the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) announcement that its Grid Deployment Office (GDO) is investing $1.5 billion for five electric  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: 13 Colorado projects in rural and tribal communities selected, investments will create thousands of jobs Today, U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet celebrated the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) award of over $170 million to 13 Colorado projects in rural and Tribal communities to expand access to safe drinking water and reliable energy. The funding is part of a $1.3 billion nati more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4 -- Rep. Scott Perry, R-Pennsylvania, chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management, released the following opening remarks from a Sept. 25, 2024, hearing entitled "Examining the Role and Effectiveness of Building Codes in Mitigating Against Disasters": * * * I want to thank our witnesses for being here today to discuss the effectiveness of building codes and the federal government's rol more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment released the following written testimony by Nicole Rowan, director of the Water Quality Control Division at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, from a Sept. 11, 2024, hearing entitled "Waters of the United States Implementation Post-Sackett Decision: Experiences and Perspectives": * * * Thank you, Chairman Rouzer, Ranking Member Napolitano, Chairman Graves, Ra more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management released the following testimony by Cindy L. Davis, ex-deputy director of building and fire regulations at the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development, on behalf of the International Code Council, from a Sept. 25, 2024, hearing entitled "Examining the Role and Effectiveness of Building Codes in Mitigating Against Disasters": * * * Th more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management released the following testimony by Buddy Hughes, first vice chairman of the National Association of Home Builders, from a Sept. 25, 2024, hearing entitled "Examining the Role and Effectiveness of Building Codes in Mitigating Against Disasters": * * * Chairman Perry, Ranking Member Titus and members of the committee, I appreciate the opportunity to a more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management released the following testimony by Russell J. Strickland, president of the National Emergency Management Association, from a Sept. 25, 2024, hearing entitled "Examining the Role and Effectiveness of Building Codes in Mitigating Against Disasters": * * * Thank you, Chairman Perry, Ranking Member Titus, and distinguished members of the Committee for a more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity released the following testimony by James Rodriguez, assistant secretary of the U.S. Department of Labor Veterans' Employment and Training Service, from a Sept. 10, 2024, hearing entitled "Mission Transition: Evaluating Mental Health Support Programs for Separating Servicemembers": * * * Chairman Van Orden, Ranking Member Levin, and distinguished Members of the subcommittee, thank you for inviting me to test more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Rep. Daniel Kildee, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: FLINT--Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-08) today announced new federal funding for Genesee County programs to connect people with the support they need to overcome substance use disorders and mental health challenges. The $400,000 grant, awarded through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, will strengthen Genesee County's Veterans Treatment Court and Adult Felony Recovery Court programs. These pro more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Tina Flint Smith, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN) announced they secured significant federal funding for Staples Municipal Airport for infrastructure improvements. The grant provides $838,242 to construct a new 9,600 square foot hangar for aircraft storage."Staples Municipal Airport is an essential link for residents and businesses in Wadena County and beyond," said Klobuchar. "This federal grant will more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: Oregon's U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced today that $997,622 is coming to Lane County to build resiliency in the face of climate chaos-fueled wildfires and smoke. This funding under the historic Inflation Reduction Act--the largest investment in climate action in history--will help improve air quality and mitigate the harms of wildfire smoke for Lane County residents, protecting public healt more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Rep. Carol Miller, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) joined 36 of her colleagues in sending a bipartisan, bicameral letter to National Institutes Health (NIH) Director Dr. Monica Bertagnolli to advocate for increased investment and collaboration opportunities with Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (COMs) and the osteopathic medical education (OME) community. Joining Congresswoman Miller in signing the letter are Represent more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Rep. Ted Lieu, D-California, issued the following news release: LOS ANGELES Today, Congressman Ted Lieu (D-Los Angeles County) issued the following statement after the Rancho Palos Verdes City Council allocated $2.8 million in direct relief to residents in the Portuguese Bend land movement area. The funding comes from a $5 million grant from Los Angeles County to support the City's response efforts after recent land movement events forced utility shutoffs and evacuations  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4 -- Rep. Matt Cartwright, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Oct. 3, 2024: Today, U.S. Representative Matt Cartwright (PA-08), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, announced that $600,000 in federal funds have been awarded to the Women's Resource Center in Scranton from the Department of Justice (DOJ) Office on Violence Against Women. The DOJ awarded the federal funding under the Transitional Housing Assistance Grant for Victims of Sexual A more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4 -- Rep. Jim Himes, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release on Oct. 3, 2024: Today, Congressman Jim Himes announced ZetrOZ Systems and Gynion--two Trumbull-based medical technology companies--were selected to receive Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grants. Congressman Himes said, "The therapeutic research conducted in Southwestern Connecticut is truly amazing. The treatments ZetrOZ Systems and Gynion are developing are poised to help people suffering worldw more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Rep. Jim Costa, D-California, issued the following news release: FRESNO, Calif. In an effort to strengthen public health and safety, Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) introduced legislation to improve training for local building code enforcement officers. This legislation(link is external) builds on Costa's previous efforts to enhance local safety measures, following the discovery of an illegal biolab in Reedley, California. "The illegal lab uncovered in Reedley underscores  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4 -- Rep. Summer Lee, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Summer Lee (PA-12) is proud to announce that Catalyst Connection, a vital partner in Pittsburgh's manufacturing and workforce development community, has been awarded $716,701 through the U.S. Department of Labor's Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) program. This funding will directly benefit women in Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania by providing training an more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: AKRON, OH U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services awarded $250,000 to Shelter Care Inc. in Tallmadge to support pregnant, homeless teens and parental education for young people in Ohio's 13th Congressional District. "Organizations like Shelter Care provide critical resources and assistance for young parents in our communities. I'm glad to annou more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: AKRON, OH U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services awarded $325,000 to Asian Services in Action (ASIA) to support its Refugee Career Pathways Program. "I am proud to welcome immigrants and their contributions to our community. This funding will help ensure that they are able to start and develop their careers in Ohio's 13th Congressional Distric more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: AKRON, OH U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced the U.S. Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women awarded $500,000 to Hope and Healing Survivor Resource Center to support transitional housing initiatives for survivors of domestic violence in Ohio's 13th Congressional District. "I'm proud to secure this funding, which will help survivors of domestic violence not only find per more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: AKRON, OH U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance awarded nearly $1.3 million for two programs in Ohio's 13th Congressional District. The Summit County Valor Court will receive $998,998.00 to expand court services and the Village of Lakemore will receive $300,000 for its Rural and Small Department Violent Crime Reduction Program. "I more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4 -- Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, issued the following news release on Oct. 3, 2024: Today, Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) announced over $12 million in federal funding for border security through Operation Stonegarden. This federal grant program provides funding to local and state law enforcement agencies to partner with Border Patrol against human and drug smuggling. Congressman Gonzales has fiercely advocated for Operation Stonegarden funding through his position on the H more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 (Sen.) -- Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: U.S. Department Of Housing And Urban Development's Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Program Provides Federal Funding To Rid Homes And Communities Of Lead Hazards Schumer Has Long Fought To Get The Lead Out Of NYS Securing Millions In Fed $$ To Remove Lead Hazards From Homes And Latest Investment Will Boost Efforts Even Further To Rid Homes Of Toxic Lead Paint Schumer: Federa more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 (Sen.) -- Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: Funding Comes From National Park Service's Land & Water Conservation Fund, Which Senator Successfully Fought To Permanently Reauthorize In 2019 Schumer: North Tonawanda, Get Ready To Swim! U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Congressman Tim Kennedy announced $4,084,000 in federal funding for North Tonawanda to revitalize the aquatics facility at Payne Park, includin more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4 -- Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan, a senior member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, led Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Representatives Annie Kuster and Chris Pappas in announcing $2.4 million in grants for New Hampshire nonprofits, including houses of worship, under the Nonprofit Security Grant Program. Senator Hassan has successfully worked to increase funding for the Nonprofit more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: KEATON BEACH, Fla. Today, Senator Rick Scott joined President Joe Biden, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack, officials from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and local officials in Taylor County to meet with families, tour impacts of Hurricane Helene in the area and receive an update on response and recovery efforts. Senator Scott urged President Biden to fully and immediat more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, I-Arizona, issued the following news release: Arizona Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Mark Kelly announced a $5 million grant to the City of Page, Arizona for infrastructure improvements to support business growth and job creation in the region. "We're proud to announce this $5 million grant to make infrastructure improvements for the City of Page supporting local businesses, creating jobs, and expanding opportunities for Arizonans so they may continue b more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: Boston, MA U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) wrote to Deere & Company (John Deere) accusing the company of undermining its own "right-to-repair" agreements and evading its responsibilities under the Clean Air Act by failing to grant its customers the right to repair their own agricultural equipment. John Deere restricts farmers from repairing broken equipment themselves, even when they have  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, issued the following news release on Oct. 2, 2024: * * * Benton, Lake, Marion counties and Medford to receive a combined $5.6 million in DOJ funding * * * U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, along with U.S. Representatives Val Hoyle and today announced crucial federal investments for technology to support local law enforcement-including emergency response and crime prevention-in Benton, Lake and Marion counties, and the city of Medford.  more PR