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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Florida Newsletter for 2026-04-18 ( 55 items )  
365 Former DOJ Attorneys Oppose Proposed Rule Limiting State Bar Oversight (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- A coalition of 365 former attorneys who served at the U.S. Department of Justice has submitted a public comment letter expressing strong opposition to a proposed rulemaking concerning the review of state bar complaints and allegations against DOJ attorneys, aiming to give the Attorney General discretionary authority to review and potentially delay or displace state bar disciplinary investigations into DOJ lawyers. The former DOJ attorneys argue that this proposal is both legally flawed and unsupported by the factual reco more ST

45 Health Advocacy Organizations Oppose CMS Plan To Collect Immigration Identifiers In Medicaid Data (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- A coalition of 45 health advocacy organizations submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services opposing a proposal to collect individualized immigration identifiers through the Transformed Medicaid Statistical Information System, arguing the change would deter enrollment and harm vulnerable populations. The coalition argues that the proposed information collection contradicts Medicaid's core function to provide health care coverage to low-income individuals and families. They note that more ST

63 National, 45 Local Advocacy Organizations Urge CMS to Prioritize Targeted Oversight in Medicaid HCBS Programs (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- A coalition of 63 national and 45 regional, state, and local advocacy disability and aging collaborative organizations submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services urging changes to a federal effort aimed at detecting healthcare fraud, warning that current approaches risk harming vulnerable populations. The collaborators, which include national and state disability, aging, and advocacy groups, emphasized the critical role Medicaid HCBS plays in supporting over 8.4 million Americans-i more ST

Acting Chief of Navy Reserve Lofgren Testifies Before House Appropriations Subcommittee (10)
WASHINGTON, April 18 -- The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense released the following testimony by Rear Adm. Lower Half Richard S. Lofgren, acting chief of the U.S. Navy Reserve, from an April 17, 2026, hearing on the fiscal 2027 budget: * * * Chair Calvert, Ranking Member McCollum, distinguished members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to testify on behalf of the 59,000 Navy Reserve Sailors, 2,400 Strategic Sealift Officers, and 400 civilians of the Navy Reserve. I want to express my deep gratitude for your unwaverin more PR

Administrator Zeldin Announces Selection of Members to the Science Advisory Board (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * Administrator Zeldin Announces Selection of Members to the Science Advisory Board * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin is announcing the selection of new members to the Science Advisory Board (SAB). The well-qualified experts from a broad range of scientific disciplines bring the experience and expertise needed to provide Gold Standard scientific advice to EPA leadership as they advance th more PR

America First Legal Continues to Advance Lawsuit to Restore Integrity to the Census (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 [Category: Political] -- America First Legal, a civil rights organization, posted the following news release: * * * America First Legal Continues to Advance Lawsuit to Restore Integrity to the Census * Today, America First Legal (AFL) filed a consolidated opposition to two motions to dismiss its complaint in USF College Republicans v. Lutnick, a lawsuit challenging the U.S. Census Bureau's unprecedented reliance on statistical imputation during the 2020 Census. AFL's lawsuit alleges that the Census Bureau's broad use o more PR

Americans for Tax Reform: Tennessee Becomes REINS Act State Number 14, With South Carolina on Deck to Be Number 15 (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary on April 16, 2026, by Patrick Gleason: * * * Tennessee Becomes REINS Act State Number 14, with South Carolina on Deck to be Number 15 The American people continue to vote with their feet, moving from high-tax blue states to red states with lower overall tax burdens, according to updated interstate migration data recently released by the U.S. Census Bureau. In fact, no-income-tax states and those with relatively low, flat income tax rates remain among the top rec more PR

Barrasso Introduces No Licenses for Illegal Drivers or Truckers Act (10)
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release: * * * Barrasso Introduces No Licenses for Illegal Drivers or Truckers Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) introduced legislation to strengthen immigration enforcement and ensure safer roads for all Americans. The No Licenses for Illegal Drivers or Truckers Act requires states to verify legal status before issuing a driver's license, commercial driver's license, or personal identification card. States that fail to compl more PR

Cammack Introduces Landmark Bill to Deliver Critical Mental Health Support for First Responders (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Kat Cammack, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Cammack Introduces Landmark Bill to Deliver Critical Mental Health Support for First Responders * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Rep. Cammack (R-FL-03) introduced the Answering the Call Act of 2026, in recognition of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. This legislation strengthens the implementation of the 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by ensuring it effectively serves first responders. First responders regularly face traumatic situation more PR

Chairwoman Salazar Leads Key Hearing on What Comes Next for Cuba and Latin America After Maduro (10)
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Chairwoman Salazar Leads Key Hearing on What Comes Next for Cuba and Latin America After Maduro * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27), Chairwoman of the Western Hemisphere Subcommittee, led a key hearing titled "Latin America After the Fall of Maduro," examining next steps for Cuba and the region as dynamics shift following Nicolas Maduro's fall. The regional balance has moved quickly, increasing pressure on authoritaria more PR

Chief of Air Force Reserve Healy Testifies Before House Appropriations Subcommittee (10)
WASHINGTON, April 18 -- The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense released the following testimony by Lt. Gen. John P. Healy, chief of the U.S. Air Force Reserve, from an April 17, 2026, hearing on fiscal 2027 budget requests: * * * Chairman Calvert, Ranking Member McCollum, and distinguished members of the Subcommittee, it is my privilege to testify on behalf of the United States Air Force Reserve (AFR). The AFR is a combat-ready force committed to defending the Nation, deterring aggression, and should deterrence fail, defeating our a more PR

CitiesSpeak Podcast Features Ayesha Rascoe and Vincent Evans on Leadership, Equity and National Policy Priorities (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National League of Cities issued the following news release: * * * CitiesSpeak Podcast Features Ayesha Rascoe and Vincent Evans on Leadership, Equity and National Policy Priorities * A new episode of the CitiesSpeak podcast from the National League of Cities (NLC) features Ayesha Rascoe, host of NPR's Weekend Edition Sunday, in conversation with Vincent Evans, Executive Director of the Congressional Black Caucus, recorded live at the 2026 Congressional City Conference  more PR

Data: Eligible Immigrant Voters Play a Key Role in Elections in Hundreds of Swing Districts (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The American Immigration Council issued the following news release: * * * Data: Eligible Immigrant Voters Play a Key Role in Elections in Hundreds of Swing Districts * Analysis of 284 congressional districts highlights immigrants' role in shaping close races A new analysis from the American Immigration Council finds that millions of immigrant voters who are U.S. citizens are a central part of the electorate across 284 congressional districts where elections will take plac more PR

Democrats Post "Gargantuan" Fundraising Numbers as They're Poised To Win Back the House Majority (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Democrats Post "Gargantuan" Fundraising Numbers as They're Poised To Win Back the House Majority * House Democrats and Red to Blue candidates are dominating in Q1 fundraising, raising commanding numbers against their Republican opponents and strong momentum at the outset of 2026. Democrats outraised Republicans in 42 of the DCCC's battleground districts. DCCC Spokesperson Liam Buckley : "These enormous fundraising numbers pr more PR

DNC: In the States - Democrats Clinch Victory in NJ-11, Trump's Failing Economy Leaves Americans With Higher Costs and Higher Taxes (10)
WASHINGTON, April 18 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on April 17, 2026: * * * IN THE STATES: Democrats Clinch Victory in NJ-11, Trump's Failing Economy Leaves Americans With Higher Costs and Higher Taxes Last night, Rep.-elect Analilia Mejia defeated her opponent, Joe Hathaway, to clinch victory in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District special election, a seat formerly held by Governor Mikie Sherrill. With her victory, Garden Staters gain a proven leader who will fight on behalf of working families a more PR

Donalds Introduces The Defining Dealer Act: Preventing Government Overreach In Our Financial Markets (10)
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Donalds Introduces The Defining Dealer Act: Preventing Government Overreach In Our Financial Markets * WASHINGTON - Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) has introduced legislation to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, establishing a clear distinction between professional firms and private traders to prevent government overreach in our financial markets. The "Defining Dealer Act" is the 22nd piece of legislation proposed by Congressman Donal more PR

FAMU CoPPS, IPH and PAN Foundation to Expand Public Health Practicum Opportunities (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 18 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAMU CoPPS, IPH and PAN Foundation to Expand Public Health Practicum Opportunities A new partnership between Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Institute of Public Health (CoPPS, IPH) and the Patient Access Network (PAN) Foundation is opening the door for Master of Public Health (MPH) learners to step beyond the classroom and into meaningful public healt more PR

Fiesta Bowl Flag Football Classic Presented by Oakley to be telecast live on ESPNU and ESPN App (10)
BRISTOL, Connecticut, April 17 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Fiesta Bowl Flag Football Classic Presented by Oakley to be telecast live on ESPNU and ESPN App * The championship game and semifinal action of the inaugural Fiesta Bowl Flag Football Classic presented by Oakley will be telecast live on a national stage, exclusively on ESPNU and the ESPN App. Championship game play kicks off at 3 p.m. PDT/6 p.m. EDT, preceded by a semifinal matchup at 12:30 p.m. PDT/3:30 p.m. EDT.  more PR

FIU Debuts Music Therapy Major, Expanding Its Bachelor of Music Program Arts & Culture (10)
MIAMI, Florida, April 18 -- Florida International University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FIU debuts new music therapy major, expanding its Bachelor of Music program By Emily Martinez Florida International University is expanding access to high-impact healthcare careers with the launch of a new major in Music Therapy. The program positions FIU among only four universities in Florida offering this major. Offered through the Herbert and Nicole Wertheim School of Music & Performing  more PR

Florida Citrus Mutual Urges USDA to Approve Soilcea CarriCea T1 Rootstock for Citrus Greening Resistance (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Florida Citrus Mutual, representing nearly 1,500 citrus growers in Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) urging the agency to expedite its determination of nonregulated status for the Soilcea CarriCea T1 Carrizo citrange rootstock. This rootstock has been developed using CRISPR technology in collaboration with the University of Florida to combat the devastating citrus greening disease, known scientifically as huanglongbing,  more ST

Florida Citrus Processors Association Urges USDA to Approve HLB-Resistant Rootstock (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Florida Citrus Processors Association (FCPA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Biotechnology Regulatory Services within the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), advocating for the approval of nonregulated status for the CarriCea T1 Carrizo citrange rootstock. The petition under review designed to resist Huanglongbing (HLB), also known as citrus greening disease, to be used without regulatory restrictions. The FCPA, a trade association representing citrus fruit more ST

Florida Farm Bureau Federation Urges USDA to Deregulate HLB-Resistant Carrizo Citrange Rootstock (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Florida Farm Bureau Federation (FFBF), representing over 132,000 member-families including many citrus producers, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). The letter requests the agency to determine nonregulated status for the HLB-resistant Carrizo Citrange Rootstock, known as CarriCea, developed to combat the devastating effects of Huanglongbing (HLB) disease on Florida's citrus industry. According to FFBF, Florida's citrus sector  more ST

Frost & Sullivan Celebrates Industry Leaders at the 2026 Best Practices Recognition Gala (10)
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 18 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release: * * * Frost & Sullivan Celebrates Industry Leaders at the 2026 Best Practices Recognition Gala Recognizing companies for excellence, innovation, and business impact * Industry trailblazers convened in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for the 2026 Frost & Sullivan Best Practices Gala, held at the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa. The event brought together l more PR

Gabby Giffords remembers the victims and survivors of the FSU mass shooting one year later (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 [Category: Political] -- Giffords, an organization dedicated to saving lives from gun violence, posted the following news release: * * * Gabby Giffords remembers the victims and survivors of the FSU mass shooting one year later * WASHINGTON - GIFFORDS, the national gun violence prevention organization founded by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, released the following statement recognizing one year since the deadly mass shooting at Florida State University. Two people were killed and six were injured in the shoot more PR

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Four to the Santa Fe College District Board of Trustees (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 17 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Four to the Santa Fe College District Board of Trustees * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Robert Hitchcock and Karin Montini and the reappointment of Emery Gainey and Caridad "Carrie" Lee to the Santa Fe College District Board of Trustees. Robert Hitchcock Hitchcock is the Vice President of Hitchcock & Sons, Inc. Active in his community, he is a member of th more PR

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Four to the State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 17 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Four to the State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Caitlin Dawkins and Kiyan Michael and the reappointment of Adrian Soud and Patricia Tuthill to the State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision. Caitlin Dawkins Dawkins is the Policy Coordinator for the Office of Policy and Budget's Public Safety  more PR

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Three to the Criminal and Juvenile Justice Information Systems Council (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 17 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Three to the Criminal and Juvenile Justice Information Systems Council * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Christopher Blackmon and the reappointment of Ed Hudak Jr. and Carolyn Timmann to the Criminal and Juvenile Justice Information Systems Council. Christopher Blackmon Blackmon is the Osceola County Sheriff. A 35-year law enforcement veteran, he led over 85 more PR

Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Three to the Council for Early Grade Success (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 17 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Three to the Council for Early Grade Success * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Maria Alba-Quesada, Lindsey Brown, and Meghan Collins to the Council for Early Grade Success. Maria Alba-Quesada Alba-Quesada is the Academic Director of Curriculum and Instruction for South Prep Scholars Academy. Previously, she served as the Principal of South Prep Scholars  more PR

Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Two to the Board of Control for Southern Regional Education (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 17 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Two to the Board of Control for Southern Regional Education * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Arthur Keiser and Alex Rizo to the Board of Control for Southern Regional Education. Arthur Keiser, EdD Keiser is the Chancellor and Founder of Keiser University and Southeastern College. Active in his community, he is the President of the Florida Association of more PR

Greenberg Traurig Shareholders Charles Dunham, Kieran Dwyer, and Jena Valdetero to Speak at 2026 Executive War College (10)
MIAMI, Florida, April 17 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Shareholders Charles Dunham, Kieran Dwyer, and Jena Valdetero to Speak at 2026 Executive War College * NEW ORLEANS - April 17, 2026 - Greenberg Traurig, LLP Shareholders Charles C. Dunham, IV, Kieran Dwyer, and Jena M. Valdetero will serve as panelists at sessions throughout the 31 st Annual Executive War College on Diagnostics, Clinical Laboratory, and Pathology Management, April 28-29 in New Orlean more PR

Gut Bacteria Predict Skin Cancer Recurrence, but Only When Matched for 'Microbial Fingerprint' (10)
NEW YORK, April 17 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release: * * * Gut Bacteria Predict Skin Cancer Recurrence, but Only When Matched for 'Microbial Fingerprint' * T he specific mix of bacteria living in a person's gut can predict the chances that melanoma will recur after surgery and immunotherapy, a treatment that helps immune cells target cancer cells. This is according to a new study led by researchers from NYU Langone Health and its  more PR

HACU hosts virtual Emerging Leaders' Summit (10)
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 17 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities posted the following news release: * * * HACU hosts virtual Emerging Leaders' Summit * The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities hosted a virtual Emerging Leaders' Summit focused on preparing students for internships and career opportunities in various fields. HACU's Emerging Leaders' Summit provides students from HACU-member institutions with opportunities to develop their leadership potential. Participants are given op more PR

House Appropriations Subcommittee Advances 2027 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs Funding Bill (10)
WASHINGTON, April 18 -- Rep. Wasserman Schultz, D-Florida, ranking member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies, issued the following news release on April 17, 2026: * * * House Appropriations Subcommittee Advances 2027 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs Funding Bill Today, the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies advanced Republicans' fiscal year 2027 spending bill. Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz's opening  more PR

House Energy & Commerce Committee Issues Report on Kari's Law Reporting Act (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The House Energy and Commerce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-574) on the Kari's Law Reporting Act (H.R. 5201). The report was advanced by Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, on March 26, 2026. Here are excerpts: * * * PURPOSE AND SUMMARY H.R. 5201, Kari's Law Reporting Act, was introduced on September 8, 2025, by Representatives Doris Matsui (D-CA) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL). It would require the Federal Communications Commission to publish a report on implementation of the Kari's Law Act of 2017. BACKGROUND AND more ST

How BIDMC Is Closing the Gap in Firefighter Heart Health (10)
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 18 -- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center issued the following news: * * * A Veteran Firefighter Puts His Heart First How BIDMC Is Closing the Gap in Firefighter Heart Health Coming close to stepping off the flat roof of a burning building would make anyone's blood pressure skyrocket, but for Glen, it was just part of the job. Risky, yes, but as a member of Boston Fire, he went wherever his engine was called. "It's the best job I've ever had. It's very stressful, but it's like a brotherhood; we look out for eac more PR

ICYMI: U.S. Rep. Castor Channels Popular Anger at Energy Sec. Wright for Sky-High Electric and Fuel Bills (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: U.S. Rep. Castor Channels Popular Anger at Energy Sec. Wright for Sky-High Electric and Fuel Bills * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) grilled Trump-appointed Energy Secretary Chris Wright on policies that are costing Americans. Trump and GOP policies and their war with Iran are driving massive price hikes and inflation. Rep. Castor grilled Energy Secretary Chris Wright over the painful energy squeeze, channeling th more PR

ICYMI: U.S. Rep. Castor Presses for Higher Pay for MacDill AFB Civilians & Service Members, and Investments in Critical Missions (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: U.S. Rep. Castor Presses for Higher Pay for MacDill AFB Civilians & Service Members, and Investments in Critical Missions * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) this week pressed for stronger investments in MacDill Air Force Base and higher pay for MacDill civilians and service members, and military families in testimony before the House Armed Services Committee, outlining key priorities for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 National D more PR

Justice Dept.: In One Week, National Fraud Enforcement Division Announces More Arrests, Convictions and Sentences Representing Over $340 Million In Taxpayer Fraud (10)
WASHINGTON, April 18 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * In One Week, National Fraud Enforcement Division Announces More Arrests, Convictions and Sentences Representing Over $340 Million In Taxpayer Fraud Five Arrested Yesterday in Three States for $1.6 Million COVID-19 Scheme * The Justice Department's National Fraud Enforcement Division announced the following actions from across the country to hold individuals accountable for schemes that attempted or succeeded in defrauding the American taxpayers  more PR

National Space Society Welcomes the Crew of Artemis 2 Home (10)
COCOA, Florida, April 11 -- The National Space Society issued the following news release: * * * The National Space Society Welcomes the Crew of Artemis 2 Home Now we must focus on continued forward-looking goals * In the evening of April 10, the Artemis 2 mission concluded with a flawless reentry and splashdown off the coast of Southern California. From its launch on April 1 to the crew recovery on Friday, the flight was one for the history books, with every major system working as planned. "Congratulations to the crew and the teams who m more PR

New Page Center grants focus on activism and advocacy in public communication (10)
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 17 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * New Page Center grants focus on activism and advocacy in public communication The Arthur W. Page Center at Penn State announced the recipients of its 2026 Page/Johnson Legacy Scholar grants, selecting 11 projects that will assess how corporate social responsibility, advocacy and activism are evolving in a polarized political and cultural environment. The accepted projects feature 26 scholars from 15 universities. The call for proposals  more PR

Paul L. Thomas says education policy and socioeconomic policy have strong ties (10)
GREENVILLE, South Carolina, April 17 -- Furman University posted the following news: * * * Paul L. Thomas says education policy and socioeconomic policy have strong ties * Paul L. Thomas was quoted in the Alaska Beacon and other news sources about standardized test scores and what they mean for policymaking. Thomas, a longtime Furman University education professor, told the Alaska Legislature Task Force on Education Funding that standardized test results might not be the most appropriate dataset on which to base education policy decisions.  more PR

ProPublica and Partners Nominated for Two Emmys (10)
NEW YORK, April 17 [Category: Media] -- ProPublica, an independent nonprofit newsroom that produces investigative journalism, issued the following news release: * * * ProPublica and Partners Nominated for Two Emmys * The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced ProPublica and partners as nominees for two News & Documentary Emmy Awards. " Estatus: Venezolano," a documentary directed by ProPublica's Mauricio Rodriguez Pons in partnership with FRONTLINE FEATURES, an effort from the PBS investigative documentary series FRONTLI more PR

Radford University: Highlanders in the News - Week of April 13, 2026 (10)
RADFORD, Virginia, April 18 -- Radford University issued the following Highlander Highlights wrap up for the week of April 13, 2026: * * * Our Highlanders are using their education to do extraordinary things. In this column, we highlight some notable mentions from local, regional, national and international news media. Whether our students, alumni, faculty and staff are featured as subject matter experts in high-profile stories or simply helping make the world a better place, we'll feature their stories. Filling the gaps Given that we're  more PR

Rep. Salazar Convenes National Manufacturers as Industry Calls the DIGNITY Act an Economic Imperative (10)
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Salazar Convenes National Manufacturers as Industry Calls the DIGNITY Act an Economic Imperative * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27) convened a high-level roundtable with National Association of Manufacturers President and CEO Jay Timmons and leading job creators from across the country, representing the nation's largest manufacturing organization. They came to Washington with a clear message: fixing America's bro more PR

Rep. Wilson Introduces Transit Workforce Development Act to Strengthen America's Transit Workforce (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Frederica Wilson, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Wilson Introduces Transit Workforce Development Act to Strengthen America's Transit Workforce * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) introduced the Transit Workforce Development Act, legislation to expand workforce training and strengthen the pipeline of skilled workers needed to support the nation's public transportation systems. The bill amends federal transit law to allow a greater portion of existing bu more PR

Steube, Suozzi Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Exempt Septic Replacement Grants from Federal Income Tax (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. W. Greg Steube, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Steube, Suozzi Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Exempt Septic Replacement Grants from Federal Income Tax * WASHINGTON -U.S. Representatives Greg Steube (R-Fla.), Tom Suozzi (D-N.Y.), Aaron Bean (R-Fla.), and Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.) introduced the SEPTIC Act, legislation to create a uniform federal income-tax exclusion for financial assistance provided to homeowners for septic system replacement. The SEPTIC Act ensures that grants, subsidies, or fin more PR

Suozzi Introduces Bipartisan SEPTIC Act to Protect Homeowners and Improve Water Quality Nationwide (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Thomas Suozzi, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Suozzi Introduces Bipartisan SEPTIC Act to Protect Homeowners and Improve Water Quality Nationwide * Washington, D.C. -Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-Long Island, Queens), a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, introduced the bipartisan SEPTIC Act alongside Co-Leads Congressmen Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), Aaron Bean (R-FL), and Greg Steube (R-FL). The Septic Exclusion for Property owners through Tax-free Infrastructure Compensation Act will ensur more PR

Suwannee River Named #10 on America's Most Endangered Rivers List of 2026 Due to Nitrate Pollution, Excessive Groundwater Withdrawals (10)
WASHINGTON, April 13 -- American Rivers issued the following news release: * * * Suwannee River Named #10 on America's Most Endangered Rivers List of 2026 Due to Nitrate Pollution, Excessive Groundwater Withdrawals American Rivers is today naming the Suwannee River as one of America's Most Endangered Rivers of 2026, due to increasing threats from nitrate pollution and excessive groundwater withdrawals that are contaminating the river, causing vital springs to dry up, and threatening public health. "Without stronger enforcement of pollution more PR

Texas Southern University Welcomes Rockefeller Foundation Board of Trustees Chairman Admiral James Stavridis as Spring 2026 Commencement Speaker (10)
HOUSTON, Texas, April 17 -- Texas Southern University posted the following news: * * * Texas Southern University Welcomes Rockefeller Foundation Board of Trustees Chairman Admiral James Stavridis as Spring 2026 Commencement Speaker * Texas Southern University is excited to welcome Admiral James "Jim" Stavridis, Chair of The Rockefeller Foundation Board of Trustees, as the keynote speaker for its 9:00 a.m. spring commencement ceremony. Admiral Stavridis joined The Rockefeller Foundation Board of Trustees in 2018. He became Board Chair in J more PR

The Strokes 'Reality Awaits North America' is Coming to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, Sept. 13 (10)
HOLLYWOOD, Florida, April 17 -- Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood, owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, issued the following news: * * * The Strokes 'Reality Awaits North America' is Coming to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, Sept. 13 * The Strokes "Reality Awaits North America" is coming to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Sunday, Sept. 13 at 7 p.m.  Tickets on sale now and start at $65. Tickets are available at www.myHRL.com. Doors open an hour before showtime. Additional fees m more PR

U.S. Congressman Bean Questions HHS Secretary Kennedy (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Aaron Bean, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Congressman Bean Questions HHS Secretary Kennedy * WASHINGTON -U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04), member of the Ways and Means Committee, spoke with U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., about his Make America Healthy Again initiative, empowering patients and tackling fraud. During his line of questioning, Congressman Bean highlighted his HSA's for All Act, which would expand access to Health Savings more PR

UAPB Students Earn Top Honors at 1890 Research Symposium (10)
PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, April 17 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news: * * * UAPB Students Earn Top Honors at 1890 Research Symposium * Students from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences (UAPB-SAFHS) earned top honors at the Association of 1890 Research Directors Biennial Research Symposium. Humphrey Wanjala, a graduate student in the Department of Aquaculture and Fisheries, received first place in the graduate student poster presentation category for O more PR

UF Historic St. Augustine to host 5th annual history festival May 6-10 (10)
GAINESVILLE, Florida, April 17 -- The University of Florida posted the following news: * * * UF Historic St. Augustine to host 5th annual history festival May 6-10 * The University of Florida Historic St. Augustine (UFHSA), in collaboration with local partners, presents the fifth annual St. Augustine History Festival from May 6-10 to showcase America's oldest city. More than 40 historic venues will offer tours, lectures, family-friendly events, workshops and other happenings. The 2026 event also features historic houses of worship, gardens  more PR

USU Undergrad Physics Researcher Connor Waite Contributes to NASA-Funded Space Mission (10)
LOGAN, Utah, April 17 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * USU Undergrad Physics Researcher Connor Waite Contributes to NASA-Funded Space Mission * If you trace the orbit of the International Space Station around the Earth, you'll see a path resembling yarn wound into a ball. That's because the spacecraft orbits at a 51.6-degree inclination and as the planet rotates, the path covers a new swath from north to south and south to north as the ISS cruises along at roughly 17,500 miles per hour. Each trip around the planet more PR

Washington and Lee University Assistant Professor Ryu Publishes Research on Package Design in the Journal of Advertising (10)
WASHINGTON, April 17 (TNSjou) -- Visual complexity in product packaging influences how consumers perceive both environmental impact and product performance, according to research published by Soo Yon Ryu, assistant professor of business administration at Washington and Lee University. The study provides a framework for managers to align package aesthetics with specific brand goals. The research article, titled Simple is Eco-Friendly but Complex is Effective: Inferences from Visual Complexity in Package Design, appeared in the Journal of Advert more PR