WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following commentary: * * * Trump Accounts: List of Companies and Individuals Providing Contributions for Children Trump Accounts for kids were enacted as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, also known as the Working Families Tax Cut. Senator Ted Cruz (R - Texas) led the Trump Accounts effort in congress. In addition to the $1,000 provided by the U.S. Treasury, individuals and companies have announced private contributions to the more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Castro Statement on Judge's Order to Release Five-Year-Old Liam and Father * January 31, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) released the following statement on Judge Biery's order to release five-year-old Liam and his dad, Adrian: "Judge Biery ordered ICE to release Liam. I've reached out to Liam's mom and lawyers to let them know I will continue to do everything I more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Census Bureau issued the following report (No. ACS-62) on Jan. 28, 2026, by Lydia R Anderson, Tayelor Valerio and Chanell Washington entitled "Social and Economic Characteristics of Currently Unmarried Women With a Recent Birth: 2023." Here are excerpts: * * * INTRODUCTION This report looks at the socioeconomic characteristics of unmarried women in 2023 who had given birth in the last year. While the National Vital Statistics System (NVSS) provides d more PR

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minnesota, Feb. 2 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary on Feb. 1, 2026: * * * Habeas at the southern border By Bill Glahn The big news in habeas corpus yesterday occurred down in San Antonio, Texas. U.S. District Judge Fred Biery (Clinton appointee) issued a ruling in a much-followed case. From The Hill newspaper, A federal judge in Texas on Saturday ordered  more PR

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minnesota, Jan. 28 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary: * * * Minnesota ranks fifth in the nation for inflation-adjusted teacher salary growth By Josiah Padley A recent paper released by the Reason Foundation noted that Minnesota ranks fifth in the nation for inflation-adjusted teacher salary growth from 2002-2022. The average Minnesota teacher salary in 200 more PR

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minnesota, Jan. 28 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary: * * * North Dakota to participate in new tax-credit scholarship program -- and that's a win for families By Catrin Wigfall Something important is happening in education policy, and it isn't coming from Washington mandates or teachers' union talking points. It's coming from states embracing a landmark e more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 -- ClaraPrice Inc., a hospital software technology organization, has issued a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding its new outpatient pricing transparency requirements. The letter addresses a proposed rule that mandates hospitals to use Electronic Data Interchange 835 Electronic Remittance Advice (ERA) data to calculate payer-specific negotiated charges under certain conditions for the 2026 Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following news: * * * Cornyn Statement on Senate Democrats Using Tragedy for Political Gain & Forcing Funding Lapse * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement after voting to keep the government open after Senate Democrats stonewalled the House-passed package of remaining appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2026, ensuring a portion of federal government funding will lapse at 12:01AM ET: "It's more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the receipt of seven environmental impact statements filed from Jan. 16-26, 2026. These filings include proposals for military training, infrastructure updates and habitat conservation. In Alaska, the U.S. Air Force completed a final statement for proposed mortar and artillery training at the Richardson Training Area within Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. Public review for this project concludes on March 2, 2026.  more PR

UPPER MARLBORO, Maryland, Jan. 31 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers issued the following news release: * * * IAM Union Congratulates IAM District 776 Member and Activist Taylor Rehmet on Texas Senate District 9 Victory * The IAM Union proudly congratulates Taylor Rehmet, an IAM District 776 member and labor activist, on his election to represent Texas Senate District 9. Rehmet currently serves as President of IAM Local 776B and P more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 -- A coalition of marine and environmental scientists has called upon the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) to refrain from issuing leases for seabed mining in the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) adjacent to the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). In a public comment letter, the scientists highlighted the potential harm to marine ecosystems and the need for thorough scientific assessment of these areas before any minin more ST

WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Murphy On Fox News: The Country Is Less Safe Because Of ICE * WASHINGTON- U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security, on Sunday appeared on Fox News Sunday with Shannon Bream. As Americans decisively turn against the Trump administration's lawless immigration enforcement operations, Murphy made the case for why Republican more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 -- No Labels, a political organization that advocates for centrism and bipartisanship, issued the following commentary on Jan. 30, 2026: * * * What Are Sanctuary Cities? Definitions, legal boundaries, and the range of local immigration enforcement policies What "Sanctuary City" Means By Austin Milks "Sanctuary city" is not a legal term. There is no single official definition. The phrase is commonly used to describe cities, counties, or states that restrict the extent to  more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 -- No Labels, a political organization that advocates for centrism and bipartisanship, issued the following commentary: * * * Why ICE Is at the Center of a Shutdown Fight By Peyton Lofton Democrats demand ICE reforms after fatal shootings in Minnesota Two recent fatal shootings by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota have jolted Capitol Hill, turning what had been a routine budget deadline into a flashpoint over agent accountability and federal  more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 -- Radiology Associates of North Texas, Fort Worth, has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration, expressing concerns and insights regarding the agency's proposal for a partial 510(k) exemption pathway for certain radiology computer-aided detection (CAD) devices. The organization, which oversees the integration of advanced imaging tools across multiple clinical settings, urges a balanced approach that weighs the potential risks and benefits associa more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Tony Gonzales Joins West Texas Law Enforcement, Oil and Gas Industry Leaders in Odessa to Combat Oil Field Theft * ODESSA, TEXAS - Today, Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) joined West Texas law enforcement, oil and gas industry leaders, and Texas lawmakers for a roundtable focused on combating oil theft in the Permian Basin. "West Texas produces 15 percent of the world's energy resources, so o more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration issued a notice identifying the laboratories and Instrumented Initial Testing Facilities (IITFs) currently certified to meet federal standards for workplace drug testing. These facilities are required to maintain strict standards to conduct drug and specimen validity tests for federal agencies. Under the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing  more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 -- The Taylor Hooton Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating young people about the dangers of anabolic steroids and performance-enhancing substances, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the need for improved educational initiatives about testosterone replacement therapy and related topics for youth. The foundation's president highlighted the urgent need for enhanced education, particularly among middle a more ST

WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 -- The Texas Bankers Association (TBA) has formally submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding the agency's Notice 2025-71, which addresses interim guidance on interest related to loans secured by rural or agricultural real property under Section 139L of the Internal Revenue Code. Representing 400 banks and trust companies, the TBA voiced support for the provision, citing its potential to enhance competitive lending practices for agricultural c more ST

WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 -- The Texas Corn Producers Association (TCPA) has issued a public comment letter to the Risk Management Agency and Federal Crop Insurance Corporation of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, stressing the importance of reinstating the 5% buy-up option for prevented planting coverage following the introduction of the Expanding Access to Risk Protection (EARP) final rule. TCPA's letter highlights how the removal of this option directly impacts farmers' ability to manage risks ef more ST

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 31 -- The University of Texas Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs issued the following news: * * * Honoring Barbara Jordan's Legacy: Meet BJNF Co-Chair Miles Baker Second-year Master of Public Affairs student and co-chair of the 30th Barbara Jordan National Forum (BJNF) at the LBJ School, Miles Baker is helping lead one of our most enduring traditions. "One of the things that inspires me most about Barbara Jordan is her integrity and ethics as a public servant. He more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 31 -- The University of St. Thomas Houston campus issued the following news: * * * UST Engages in National Conference on 'Living Tradition' A group of University of St. Thomas students traveled to the University of Notre Dame in fall 2025 to attend the de Nicola Center for Ethics and Culture's 25th annual Fall Conference, an interdisciplinary gathering that explores the role of tradition in shaping contemporary intellectual, cultural and spiritual life. The conference,  more PR

EL PASO, Texas, Jan. 31 -- The University of Texas El Paso campus issued the following news release: * * * UTEP Diana Natalicio Institute Hosts Day of Events Honoring Namesake * EL PASO, Texas (Jan. 22, 2026) - Today, the Diana Natalicio Institute for Hispanic Student Success at The University of Texas at El Paso is hosting the Diana Natalicio Impact and Legacy Celebration, a full day of events honoring Natalicio's enduring impact on UTEP, the El Paso community and higher education at large. more PR

EL PASO, Texas, Feb. 1 -- The University of Texas El Paso campus issued the following news release: * * * UTEP Diana Natalicio Institute Hosts Day of Events Honoring Namesake * EL PASO, Texas (Jan. 22, 2026) - Today, the Diana Natalicio Institute for Hispanic Student Success at The University of Texas at El Paso is hosting the Diana Natalicio Impact and Legacy Celebration, a full day of events honoring Natalicio's enduring impact on UTEP, the El Paso community and higher education at large.  more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release: * * * Wicker Applauds Passage of Appropriations Bills * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., today highlighted the Mississippi wins in the appropriations package, that includes appropriation bills for Defense, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Financial Services. "This is how Congress should operate, passing federal spending b more PR