WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * Blackburn Joins Colleagues in Introducing Legislation to Improve Aviation Safety and Air Traffic Control * NASHVILLE, Tenn. - U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) joined Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and seven of their colleagues in introducing the Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform (ROTOR) Act to improve aviation safety. This legislation comes six months after the tragic  more PR

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Aug. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics - Western Regional Information Office issued the following report: * * * Business Employment Dynamics in Alaska - Fourth Quarter 2024 * From September 2024 to December 2024, gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments in Alaska were 25,948, while gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments were 24,328, the U.S. Bureau of Labor St more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics - Midwest Regional Information Office issued the following report: * * * Business Employment Dynamics in South Dakota -- Fourth Quarter 2024 * From September 2024 to December 2024, gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments were 25,412, while gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments in South Dakota were 22,744, the U.S. Bureau of L more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: * * * CBP in full bloom, seizes $7.6 million in methamphetamine found in a shipment of roses at Pharr International Bridge * PHARR, Texas --U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Hidalgo International Bridge, intercepted $7,660,000 in alleged methamphetamine within a shipment manifested as roses. "This large hard narcotics  more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Children's Defense Fund (CDF) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) expressing strong opposition to recent changes in the interpretation of what constitutes a "Federal public benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA). This new guideline, which adds key health and social programs to the list of public benefits restricted to certain immigrant statuses, poses a seri more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Escobar Celebrates 90th Anniversary of Social Security * Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement celebrating the 90 th anniversary of the creation of Social Security: "On August 14, 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law, creating an economic lifeline for millions of Americans facing poverty during the Gr more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- D.R. Horton Inc., Arlington, Texas, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development urging them to reconsider a final determination that mandates tougher energy efficiency standards for federally financed housing. The company argues that many of the economic assumptions behind the mandate are now outdated and the requirements will harm housing affordability. The letter states that the homebuilder supports energy efficiency but more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSFR) -- The Defense Industrial Based Consortium (DIBC) has informed both the U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division and the Federal Trade Commission about an expansion of its membership. The consortium filed a written notification revealing that 84 organizations have joined its ranks. These companies and institutions are now participating in the group research project. The addition of these members extends protections under the National Cooperative Research and Pro more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- The Library of Congress issued the following news: * * * Fall Tour Dates Announced for National Ambassador for Young People's Literature Mac Barnett * National Ambassador for Young People's Literature Mac Barnett continues his national tour this fall, sharing his passion for picture books with children and adults alike through his initiative "Behold, the Picture Book! Let's Celebrate Stories We Can Feel, Hear, and See." Mac will visit Elkhart, Indiana; Greensboro, Nort more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Communications Commission has adjusted the FM radio channel allotments for Matador, Texas, a change that will become effective on September 22. This decision amends the Table of FM Allotments by replacing two empty channels with two different ones, ensuring the community has viable options for future radio broadcasts. The FCC's analysis found that Channel 276C2 could be allotted to Matador, provided a site restriction is implemented. The broadcast towe more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Aug. 14 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * From Ghana's streets to an MLS stadium: Airman finds home in football and service * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas - Long before he wore the Air Force uniform, Senior Airman Ebenezer Owusu Arthur was dribbling makeshift soccer balls through the streets of Ghana, outplaying neighborhood kids with skill far beyond his years. "We didn't have real balls more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Grassley Applauds Immigration Enforcement Efforts Following Enactment of the One Big Beautiful Bill * BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA - The One Big Beautiful Bill Act allocated significant federal funds to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), dramatically enhancing ICE's ability to safeguard American communities. The ICE funding was shepherded into law by the Senate Judiciary Committee, under the more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Grassley Applauds Immigration Enforcement Efforts Following Enactment of the One Big Beautiful Bill BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA - The One Big Beautiful Bill Act allocated significant federal funds to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), dramatically enhancing ICE's ability to safeguard American communities. The ICE funding was shepherded into law by more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * Honduran National Sentenced to 18 Years In Prison for Role in International Cocaine Trafficking Conspiracy * A Honduran national was sentenced today to over 18 years in prison for participating in an international drug trafficking conspiracy. "Working with Belizean authorities, the Justice Department dismantled a major international drug trafficking operation before more than a ton of cocaine cou more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Huntsman International LLC, The Woodlands, Texas, has provided oral comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the draft risk evaluation for dibutyl phthalate. The company argues that the agency's evaluation incorrectly characterizes its use of the chemical and overstates the risks from occupational exposure at its facilities. Huntsman's comments explain that it uses DBP as a recovery solvent in a closed, proprietary system for manufacturing maleic anh more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * Justice Department Announces Seizure of Over $2.8 Million in Cryptocurrency, Cash, and other Assets * The Department of Justice unsealed six warrants yesterday in the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern District of Virginia, the Central District of California, and the Northern District of Texas authorizing the seizure of over $2.8 million in cryptocurrency, $70,000 in cash, and a luxury vehicle. A more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * More Than 80 Lawmakers Demand President Trump Reinstate Disaster Response and Preparedness Staff and Programs * U.S. Representative Don Beyer (D-VA) today led 82 U.S. House Representatives in demanding that President Trump immediately reinstate federal employees critical to disaster response and preparedness and fully fund programs critical to protecting Americans from extreme weather events. The lawm more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Mothering Justice, Detroit, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), urging the agency to withdraw proposed changes regarding the interpretation of "Federal Public Benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The organization argues that the new interpretation presents a dangerous departure from established practices and could severely impact early chil more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSoth) -- The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality has informed the Nuclear Regulatory Commission of a broken gauge shutter handle at the Union Carbide Corp., Houston, Texas, facility in Taft, Louisiana. The incident, which occurred on August 6, 2025, was identified during a routine six-month inspection by a third-party inspector, BBP Sales, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The LDEQ was notified by the company's radiation safety officer on August 6 at 10:48 PM CDT. The aff more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Aug. 14 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * PCS Joint Task Force hosts Industry Day * WASHINGTON - The Permanent Change of Station Joint Task Force met yesterday with movers, shippers and logistics providers during Industry Day to gather input on improving the Household Goods Relocation Program. Industry Day gave representatives from private industry the opportunity to share insights, challenges an more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Rep. Gilbert Ray Cisneros, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Cisneros Statement on Governor Newsom's Statewide Redistricting Proposal * Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Gil Cisneros released the following statement: "I applaud Governor Newsom's announcement today. With the support of the state legislature, California voters will have the chance to push back against President Trump's unprecedented power grab and defend our democracy. The Governor more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Crockett and Rep. Dexter Introduce CLEAR ID Act to Stop Anonymous ICE Raids and Restore Accountability * WASHINGTON, D.C--Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30), alongside Representative Maxine Dexter (OR-3), introduced H.R. 4843, the "Combating Law Enforcement Anonymity by Requiring Identification Disclosure," or CLEAR ID Act. The legislation would protect our communities from immigration la more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Cuellar Introduces Bill to Expand Agriculture Opportunities in Education * Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX) joined U.S. Representatives Glenn Thompson (R-PA), Mark Alford (R-MO), and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) in introducing the bipartisan Growing Opportunities in Agriculture (GO Ag) Act to promote agriculture education and learning opportunities for the next generation of American farmers and researc more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Rep. Kevin Mullin, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Mullin Supports California's Defense Against Texas' Gerrymandering * "Trump ordered Texas to essentially prevent Republican lawmakers from being voted out of office by gerrymandering district maps heavily in their favor. Republicans have stripped away health care and food assistance from millions of Americans so they could give billionaires tax breaks - it's shameful and they know their harm more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Pfluger Announces Service Academy Nights in Midland and Killeen * WASHINGTON, DC -- Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) announced his office will host Service Academy Nights in Midland and Killeen for students, parents, and educators to learn about the opportunities for students to serve at a U.S. Service Academy. "In 1995, I sought a nomination to the U.S. Air Force Academy--a phenomen more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Pfluger Applauds District Court Ruling to Vacate Lesser Prairie-Chicken from Endangered Species Listing * WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released the following statement in response to a ruling by the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas vacating the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's (FWS) 2022 listing of the Lesser Prairie Chicken (LPC) under the Endange more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSFR) -- The Robert S. Peabody Institute of Archaeology (RSPI) has adjusted an earlier determination regarding the cultural affiliation of human remains and funerary items. This change follows an initial inventory completion notice issued in January 2024. Under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the museum is responsible for identifying and consulting with tribes regarding cultural items in its collection. The RSPI's initial determination  more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corp.) issued the following news: * * * Save Big with Amtrak's National Fall Flash Sale * For one week only, Amtrak is offering up to 25% off Coach Class fares on most routes nationwide WASHINGTON - Amtrak invites travelers to hop on the train and experience the beauty of fall all across America with major savings during its National Fall Travel Flash Sale. Available throughout Amtrak's expansive national network, comprised of over more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release: * * * Secretary Noem Makes History in First 200 Days in Office * From securing 16 international agreements to revolutionizing safe travel and securing the U.S. southern border to historic levels, Secretary Noem has been working around the clock to make America safe WASHINGTON - In her first 200 days on the job, U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem is hard at work d more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Cruz Calls for U.S. Recognition of Somaliland * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Policy, sent a letter to President Trump urging the administration to formally recognize the Republic of Somaliland as an independent state. Excerpts and highlights from the letter: "Somaliland has emerged as a more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * SIGNED INTO LAW: The ACES Act * WASHINGTON, DC -- Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released the following statement celebrating President Donald J. Trump's signing of the bipartisan, bicameral Aviator Cancer Examination Study (ACES) Ac t into law. The ACES Act seeks to lower military aviation cancer rates and was passed by voice vote in the House and unanimously in the Senate earlier this y more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Aug. 14 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Southern Vanguard 25 kicks off in Chile, strengthening regional partnerships and readiness * LOS ANGELES, Chile - Exercise Southern Vanguard 25 (ExSV25), a U.S. Army South-led multilateral training exercise with the Chilean army, officially commenced Aug. 12, 2025, in Los Angeles, Chile. This year's iteration marks a significant milestone in regional milita more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSFR) -- The Susquehanna River Basin Commission has issued approvals for 57 projects involving the consumptive use of water within the basin. The approvals were granted for the period of June 1, 2025, to July 31, 2025. The projects received approval through the commission's administrative process known as "Approval by Rule" (ABR), which is outlined in the agency's regulations. The ABR process covers projects that use water from specific sources, such as public water suppl more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Texas Christian University Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program, Fort Worth, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education advocating for the recognition of occupational therapy as a professional degree program in the upcoming negotiated rulemaking process related to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The program emphasizes the importance of occupational therapy education and its critical role in addressing workforce shortages in the healthcare s more ST

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Aug. 14 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * U.S., Colombian armies open PISAJ 21 to advance senior NCO professional development * COLUMBIA, South Carolina - U.S. Army South, in coordination with the Colombian army, officially launched the 21st iteration of the Programa Integral para Suboficiales de Alta Jerarquia, or PISAJ, the capstone event of the Colombian Sergeants Major Academy, during an opening  more PR