ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 9 -- The American Bankruptcy Institute issued the following news release: * * * ABI Supports Congressional Efforts to Raise Eligibility Limit for Consumers Seeking Access to Chapter 13 Relief The American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) issued a supplemental letter on April 2 to Congress reaffirming its strong support for legislation to modernize bankruptcy eligibility thresholds critical to small businesses and financially distressed households. In a follow-on to its M more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 8 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-AR Praises Gov. Huckabee Sanders' Transformational Leadership Following State of the State Address * LITTLE ROCK, AR- Americans for Prosperity Arkansas (AFP-AR) praised Gov. Huckabee Sanders' transformational leadership across the Natural State following the Governor's State of the State this afternoon. AFP-AR State Director Ryan Norris released the following state more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 7 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-Iowa Endorses Austin Stubbs for HD-45 * DES MOINES, IA - Americans for Prosperity-Iowa (AFP-IA) today announced its endorsement of Austin Stubbs in his campaign to represent the state's 45 th House District in the state legislature. AFP-IA State Director Tyler Raygor issued the following statement: "Iowa is the greatest state in the nation to raise a family in, a more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 7 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-Iowa Endorses Helena Hayes for HD-88 * OTTUMWA, IA - Americans for Prosperity-Iowa (AFP-IA) today announced its endorsement of Helena Hayes in her re-election bid to represent Iowa's 88 th House District. AFP-IA State Director Tyler Raygor issued the following statement: "Representative Helena Hayes has been a fierce advocate for education, energy, and regulatory more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 7 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-Ohio Announces Five New House Primary Endorsements and Statewide Canvassing Effort * COLUMBUS, OH - Today, Americans for Prosperity-Ohio (AFP-OH) announced its endorsement for five additional candidates for the state House of Representatives ahead of the primary election on May 5 and a canvassing blitz across their districts as part of AFP's "National Day of Action." more PR

WASHINGTON, April 8 [Category: ThinkTank] -- The American Action Forum issued the following news release: * * * The 2026 State Minimum Wage Increases and Their Potential Costs and Consequences * At the beginning of every year, a handful of states raise their minimum wages, either automatically to keep up with inflation or because state legislation prompts the increases - and 2026 is no different. In a new insight, Labor Policy Analyst Emmet Bowling lays out this year's state minimum wage inc more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, April 8 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Leads Multistate Coalition Urging Court to Uphold Constitutional Safeguards Against the Tyranny of the Trump Administration * OAKLAND - California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced that California is leading a multistate coalition in filing an amicus brief that supports affirmance of a district court order that granted the New York Attorney General more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 9 -- BAE Systems issued the following news release: * * * BAE Systems awarded $146 million to kick-start second source production of M776 cannons for the U.S. Army BAE Systems has been awarded a $146 million undefinitized contract to begin manufacturing M776 cannons for the U.S. Army's M777 Towed 155mm Howitzer. This contract supports the Army's robust artillery capability needs and for the first time ensures a second source producer of M776 cannons--the main armam more PR

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, April 8 -- The Chesapeake Bay Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Chesapeake Bay Foundation Sues to Block Trump Climate Protection Rollbacks * Challenging the Trump Administration's repeal of the landmark finding that climate change-fueling greenhouse gases pose a threat to the public, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) today joined partners in suing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. CBF, represented by Earthjustice, today joined a coalition of more PR

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, April 8 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news: * * * CMU Ranks No. 1 in 2026 U.S. News Graduate Rankings * Carnegie Mellon University secured six No. 1 rankings in the newly released 2026 Best Graduate Schools (opens in new window) rankings from the U.S. News & World Report. Carnegie Mellon ranks first for overall graduate computer science programs, tied with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Stanford University. Among computer scie more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 8 -- The Virginia Department of Education issued the following news release: * * * Deedra Robinson Named as the 2027 Region 4 Teacher of the Year * Virginia Department of Education announced today that Deedra Robinson, a Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 IB School educator, has been named the 2027 Region 4 Teacher of the Year -recognizing her impact in preparing students for success as they begin their postsecondary pathways.  "We are incredibly proud to see one of our tea more PR

WASHINGTON, April 8 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Education has announced the 2026-2027 award year deadline dates for institutions participating in the Federal Work-Study, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant and Federal Perkins Loan programs, collectively "campus-based programs". While the authority to award Perkins Loans has expired, schools that continue to service these loans must report activity on their Fiscal Operations Report and Application to Participate. The Federal more PR

ALFRED, New York, April 7 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: * * * Economics in Action: Alfred University students take in Washington, D.C. * From April 1 to 4, 15 students from the Alfred University Economics Club traveled to Washington, D.C., for their annual professional development trip, an experience that reflected Alfred's strong emphasis on experiential learning. Rather than remaining within the classroom, students engaged directly with professionals in public pol more PR

WASHINGTON, April 8 [Category: Political] -- EMILYs List issued the following news release: * * * EMILYs List Names Georgia State Rep. Tanya Miller its 2026 Gabrielle Giffords Rising Star * EMILYs List, the nation's largest resource for women in politics, named Georgia state Rep. Tanya Miller the winner of its 2026 Gabrielle Giffords Rising Star Award. The award recognizes an outstanding woman serving in state or local office, who embodies the determination, civility, and commitment to commu more PR

NEW YORK, April 8 [Category: Sociological] -- Everytown for Gun Safety posted the following news release: * * * Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund Endorses Third Round of Moms Demand Action Volunteers Running for Office Across Five States * Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund announced endorsements of Moms Demand Action volunteers running for office in Arkansas, Illinois, North Carolina, Texas, and Virginia. The third round of endorsements ahead of the 2026 midterms, today's announcement  more PR

WASHINGTON, April 9 -- The Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution released the following testimony by former Virginia Attorney General Jason S. Miyares, partner at Torridon Law from a March 25, 2026, hearing entitled "Protecting American Citizenship II: Federalism, Sanctuary Cities, and the Rule of Law": * * * Chairman Schmitt, Ranking Member, and Members of the Subcommittee -- I want to begin with a name. Stephanie Minter. She was 41 years old. A mother. From Fredericksburg, Vir more PR

MCLEAN, Virginia, April 9 -- The Air Line Pilots Association International issued the following news release: * * * FedEx Pilots Reach Tentative Contract Agreement with Company FedEx pilots, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), have reached a tentative agreement with FedEx management on an amended collective bargaining agreement. The tentative agreement was reached during negotiations conducted under the supervision of the National Mediation Board. The tentat more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 9 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Former GM CEO Rick Wagoner will be VCU's May commencement speaker Wagoner, who previously served on the VCU Board of Visitors, will speak to the Class of 2026 at the May 9 ceremony at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. By Mike Porter Rick Wagoner, the former CEO and chairman of General Motors Corp., will serve as the keynote speaker at Virginia Commonwealth University's commencement ceremon more PR

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, April 7 -- Gov. Wes Moore, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Moore Announces Historic Drug Bust on the Eastern Shore, Dismantling Major Drug Trafficking Organization * ANNAPOLIS, MD - Governor Wes Moore stood alongside Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis today to announce the successful culmination of a yearlong, multi-jurisdictional investigation that resulted in the dismantling of the Roberts Jr. Drug Trafficking Organization and one of the l more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 8 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Spanberger Signs Additional Bills Into Law to Address High Housing, Healthcare, & Utility Costs * Governor Abigail Spanberger today signed legislation to address the high cost of housing, healthcare, and utilities across the Commonwealth.  The Governor signed bills into law to incentivize the construction of housing that Virginians can afford, work to lower Virginians' util more PR

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, April 8 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * GRI announces significant investments in applied research at William & Mary * The following story originally appeared on the website for William & Mary's Global Research Institute. - Ed. Today, as part of a signature initiative of the Provost's Office, William & Mary's Global Research Institute (GRI) announced nearly $750,000 in investments in applied research across campus. GRI's new research accelerati more PR

WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Statement on U.S.-Iran Ceasefire * According to U.S. President Donald J. Trump, the United States of America has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with the Islamic Republic of Iran. The two sides will work out a 10-point proposal and allow for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. In response to this news, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: "Presiden more PR

HAMPTON, Virginia, April 8 -- Hampton University posted the following news: * * * Hampton University Day of Giving Exceed Expectations, Setting a National Standard for Alumni Engagement and Philanthropic Growth * A record-breaking Day of Giving drives unprecedented donor participation, surpasses fundraising goals, and advances a data-driven model for sustainable alumni giving in higher education Hampton, Va. (April 8, 2026) - Hampton University has surpassed its Day of Giving fundraising go more PR

WASHINGTON, April 9 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on April 8, 2026: * * * Report on How the Health Care Industry Stacks the Deck Against Working Families Report examines the crisis of wrongful health care claim denials and how it delays care and blindsides families with unaffordable medical bills. * Today, Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Wo more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 7 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: AFP, Jersey 1st Host Fireside Chat with Guy Benson on Reigniting the American Dream * Forked River, NJ -Last week, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) and Jersey 1st hosted a fireside chat with Guy Benson on reigniting the American Dream ahead of America's 250th anniversary. The conversation highlighted the enduring importance of life, liberty, and opportunity, while b more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 7 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: AFP-IL's Brian Costin on Opposing Bears Megaproject Bill * CHICAGO, IL - Americans for Prosperity-Illinois (AFP-IL) has been a fierce advocate for Illinois taxpayers, and today, Deputy State Director Brian Costin penned an opinion piece in Crain's Chicago Business warning of the pitfalls of the megaproject bill facing the state legislature. In the piece, Costin  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 8 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: AFP-NC Hosts Hurricane Relief Roundtable with North Carolina Legislators and Chairman Whatley * Mill Springs, NC - Last night, Americans for Prosperity-North Carolina (AFP-NC) hosted North Carolina federal and state lawmakers, including Sen. Ted Budd, Rep. Chuck Edwards, Rep. Tim Moore, State Auditor Dave Boliek, State Sen. Warren Daniel, State Rep. Karl Gillespie more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 9 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Governor Spanberger Signs Bipartisan Bills Into Law to Prepare Students for Success * Governor Abigail Spanberger continues to focus on working with parents, teachers, and leaders from both parties to make sure parents feel confident that their kids are receiving an outstanding education in Virginia public schools.  The Governor yesterday signed bipartisan legislation into la more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 8 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Governor Spanberger Signs Bipartisan Bills Into Law to Prepare Students for Success * Governor Abigail Spanberger continues to focus on working with parents, teachers, and leaders from both parties to make sure parents feel confident that their kids are receiving an outstanding education in Virginia public schools.  The Governor yesterday signed bipartisan legislation into la more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 8 -- The Infectious Diseases Society of America issued the following statement on April 7, 2026, by President Ronald G. Nahass: * * * President's proposed $22M increase for AMR is needed but will be hampered by other cuts The proposed $22 million increase for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Antibiotic Resistance Solutions Initiative in the president's FY 2027 budget request is a critical step toward expanding our nation's capacity to prevent, detect more PR

HARRISONBURG, Virginia, April 9 -- James Madison University issued the following news: * * * JMU alumna honored by NASA Artemis II astronauts with lunar namesake Astronauts from NASA's Artemis II mission have named a crater on the moon in honor of Carroll Wiseman ('95), a James Madison University graduate and the late wife of mission commander Reid Wiseman. During the mission, the crew proposed the name "Carroll," describing it as "a bright spot on the moon." Carroll Wiseman studied biology more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 9 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news: * * * Louisiana Launches Nuclear Strategic Framework By Sandy Fazeli, NASEO The State of Louisiana is advancing its leadership in the global energy market with the launch of its first Nuclear Strategic Framework and a $45 million federal funding renewal for the Future Use of Energy in Louisiana (FUEL) initiative, announced at CERAWeek by Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry. Through a coo more PR

WASHINGTON, April 9 -- Arizona State University McCain Institute issued the following news: * * * McCain Global Leaders Unveil Refurbished John S. McCain Monument, Complete Legacy Experience in Vietnam DA NANG, VIETNAM (April 8, 2026) - The McCain Institute at Arizona State University's (ASU) McCain Global Leaders (MGLs) 2025 Cohort concluded their 12-month program with the Legacy Experience and graduation ceremony in Vietnam. This year, the MGLs also experienced the unveiling of the refurbis more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 8 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * NASDA Commends USDA's Updated New World Screwworm Response Plan, Highlights Strong Collaboration * Following USDA's announcement today of an updated New World screwworm response playbook, National Association of State Departments of Agriculture CEO Ted McKinney commended USDA for incorporating stakeholder feedback. more PR

WASHINGTON, April 9 -- The National Retail Federation posted the following news release on April 8, 2026: * * * Import Cargo Volumes Face Headwinds From Tariffs and Increasing Fuel Prices Import volume at major U.S. container ports is not being significantly affected by the conflict in Iran but ocean carriers are seeing a related increase in fuel costs that could eventually affect retailers and their customers, according to the Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail  more PR

NORFOLK, Virginia, April 9 -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * PetSmart Ends Sales of Turtles and Tortoises: PETA Statement Following multiple PETA investigations into the large-scale breeding operations that supply PetSmart and other stores--each of which has revealed deprivation, immense animal suffering, and death--PetSmart has ended its sales of several live animal species, including turtles, tortoises, Cuban false chameleons, Bahamian a more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 8 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * Schiess, Bentivegna Impart Key Leadership Principles to Cadets * Space Force and Air Force cadets had a unique opportunity to engage with senior Space Force leaders and gain insight into effective leadership during the Air & Space Forces Association's (AFA) 2026 Warfare Symposium. Cadets heard from Lt. Gen. Douglas A. Schiess, Deputy Chief of Space Operat more PR

WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Senate Special Committee on Aging released the following written testimony by Johnny C. Taylor Jr., president and CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management, Alexandria, Virginia, from a March 25, 2026, hearing entitled "Experience Matters: Seniors and the Workforce": * * * Chairman Scott, Ranking Member Gillibrand, and Special Committee Members, thank you for the opportunity to testify here on such an important topic. This hearing represents a critical step in more PR

WASHINGTON, April 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11416) on April 7, 2026, by legislative attorney Kevin J. Hickey: * * * Supreme Court Limits Secondary Copyright Liability for Internet Service Providers On March 25, 2026, the Supreme Court issued its decision in Cox Communications v. Sony Music Entertainment (Cox), which limited the liability of internet service providers (ISPs) for the copyright infringements of their  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 9 -- BAE Systems issued the following news release: * * * Typhoon test fires game-changing low-cost weapon to counter threats from uncrewed air systems BAE Systems has successfully completed test firing of a low-cost precision weapon launched from a Eurofighter Typhoon, demonstrating a highly effective, affordable solution to counter uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS). The APKWS(R) laser-guidance kit is a combat-proven, multi-mission solution manufactured by BAE Syste more PR

WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations released the following testimony by Joseph Avila, administrator of the Sterile Processing Department at the University of Virginia Health System, on behalf of the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association, from a March 25, 2026, hearing on legislation to improve credentialing and training in sterile processing departments of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: * * * Chairwoman Kiggans, Ranking  more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 9 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU undergraduate selected for prestigious Goldwater Scholarship Rohit Paradkar, a junior in the Honors College, is studying bioinformatics and researching cancer treatment. By William Lineberry, Honors College A Virginia Commonwealth University junior has been awarded a Goldwater Scholarship, a prestigious national honor for undergraduate STEM students who plan to pursue research careers. Rohi more PR

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, April 8 -- The Chesapeake Bay Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Virginia Beach City Council Moves to Buy Key Land and Protect Crab Creek Lots * A Milestone is Reached for Pleasure House Point The Virginia Beach City Council on Tuesday voted to move forward on purchasing the Crab Creek lots at Pleasure House Point, a step that will shield the land from planned development and ensure that the area will be preserved for conservation and recreation. The more PR

ETTRICK, Virginia, April 8 -- Virginia State University posted the following news: * * * Virginia State University To Host Roland Martin And Distinguished Panel For Live Taping Ahead Of Statewide Special Election * The award-winning journalist's visit highlights VSU's growing role as a hub for civic dialogue and national political engagement. Virginia State University will welcome award-winning journalist and political commentator Roland Martin for a special live taping of his digital show more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 9 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Pamplin's MBA programs climb in U.S. News & World Report rankings Virginia Tech's Online MBA and Evening MBA both climbed to No. 33 in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, jumping 22 and 19 spots respectively. By Luke Williams The Pamplin College of Business has earned significant gains in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, with the Online MBA climbing 22 spots to No. 33 in the Best Online M more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 8 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Redefining architecture for accessible design By Anne Kroemer Hoffman For most people, architecture begins with what they see. For Andrew Gipe-Lazarou and his students, it begins with sound, touch, memory, and movement. This year, Gipe-Lazarou, assistant professor in the School of Architecture, is expanding his work in accessible design for people who are blind or visually impaired through a set of interconnect more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 9 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Sinking land drives coastal flood risk on densely populated Java Island By Kelly Izlar A new study published in Science Advances reveals that sinking land -- not just rising oceans alone -- will be the main cause of future coastal flooding along Indonesia's densely populated Java Island, putting millions at risk sooner than expected. "We often frame sea-level rise hazards as a climate-driven process, b more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 9 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Veterinary college nearly doubles National Institutes of Health funding, climbs to No. 13 nationally By Andrew Mann By nearly doubling National Institutes of Health funding from $3.8 million to $7.5 million, the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine rose five positions to No. 13 nationally among veterinary schools, according to the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research. The leap capped an eight- more PR

WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Walkinshaw Demands Bondi Appear April 14 or Face Contempt, Calls Out Comer Coverup * Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11), a member of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, released the following statement demanding former Attorney General Pam Bondi appear before the Committee or face contempt. "In yet another Comer coverup, Chairman Comer is shield more PR

WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner Statement on Anthropic's Project Glasswing * WASHINGTON - U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) issued the following statement on Anthropic's announcement of Project Glasswing, an initiative that brings together industry leaders in an effort to secure critical software: "I applaud these leading companies for recognizing this threat and proactively sharing information, capabilities, and computing  more PR

GLOUCESTER POINT, Virginia, April 9 (TNSjou) -- William and Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Science issued the following news: * * * Mangrove crab outruns its namesake in climate-driven coastal shift By John Wallace A crab named for mangrove forests is leaving them behind. New research from William & Mary's Batten School & VIMS shows the Atlantic mangrove fiddler crab (Leptuca thayeri) is settling into temperate salt marshes along the southeastern U.S. coast. Published in the Journal of more PR