ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 2 -- The American Counseling Association issued the following news release on July 1, 2026: * * * American Counseling Association Forms New Advisory Council Today, the American Counseling Association (ACA) has seated its inaugural Advisory Council for 2026 to 2027, consisting of representatives from each of ACA's 20 divisions and four regions, plus one student representative. The establishment of the Advisory Council alongside a newly seated Board of Directors represents an important moment in the evolution of ACA' more PR

DALLAS, Texas, July 1 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * American Heart Association announces volunteer leaders for 2026-27 The American Heart Association, a global force changing the future of health for all, has named its volunteer leadership for fiscal year 2026-27. Beginning July 1, Manesh R. Patel, M.D., FAHA, a North Carolina-based interventional cardiologist, will serve as the Association's new volunteer president and Lee A. Shapiro, J.D., a Florida-based financial expert more PR

ROCKVILLE, Maryland, June 30 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Society of Addiction Medicine posted the following news wrap up: * * * The ASAM Weekly for June 30, 2026 Ever wonder how to write an ASAM Weekly commentary? First, you need awesome co-editors (Brandon, Jack, John, and Sarah) and staff (Cathy) to identify topical publications that connect with a diverse audience -like a publication on improving naloxone and buprenorphine provision in the pediatric emergency department ( Pediatric Emergency Care ). Then, try to map out comm more PR

OAKLAND, California, July 1 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The National Center for Youth Law posted the following news release: * * * California Makes Landmark $116 Million Investment To Identify & Support Students Experiencing Homelessness * SACRAMENTO -California's 2026-27 budget agreement includes a landmark $116 million investment to identify and support K-12 students experiencing homelessness, the largest dedicated state funding for these students in U.S. history. The investment is the result of a sustained advocacy campaign led by the Natio more PR

WASHINGTON, July 1 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The American Immigration Council issued the following news release: * * * Court Declares Unlawful the Department of Education's Rule Restricting Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility The Trump Administration's attempt to politicize the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program is unlawful, a federal judge ruled today. The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia struck down a rule issued by the U.S. Department of Education (ED) that threatened to disqualify certa more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Robert and Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center posted the following news release: * * * Court Declares Unlawful the Department of Education's Rule Restricting Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility * The Trump Administration's attempt to politicize the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program is unlawful, a federal judge ruled today. The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia struck down a rule issued by the U.S. Department of Education (ED) that threatened to disqualify certain more PR

WASHINGTON, July 1 [Category: Sociological] -- The Council for Responsible Nutrition posted the following news release: * * * CRN Announces Agenda for Inaugural SciComms Connect Symposium: Bridging Science and Marketing to Advance Women's Vitality * The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), the leading trade association for the dietary supplement and functional food industry, today announced the agenda and featured speakers for its inaugural SciComms Connect symposium. SciComms Connect is part of CRN's Signature Events with Innovation Ex more PR

PRINCETON, New Jersey, July 2 -- Educational Testing Service issued the following news release: * * * ETS Acquires ACT, Expanding Pathways to Opportunity Across America ETS announced today that it is acquiring ACT, one of the most widely recognized names in college and career readiness. This move combines the strengths of two mission-driven measurement organizations to address the significant challenges facing American education. Together, ETS and ACT will deliver solutions to help individuals learn, demonstrate skills, and connect to jobs i more PR

PLANO, Texas, July 1 [Category: Sociological] -- The First Liberty Institute, an organization that says it is dedicated to defending liberty for all Americans, issued the following news release: * * * First Liberty Launches Effort to Renew Civic Life, Create New Civics Curriculum First Liberty Institute today announced that Hunter Baker has joined the legal firm's Center for Religion, Culture, and Democracy ("CRCD") as senior fellow, leading a project designed to bring about a renewal of American citizenship and civics education. Baker comes more PR

WASHINGTON, July 1 -- The American College of Cardiology posted the following news release: * * * Global experts update heart failure definition to improve prevention, diagnosis and care Updated international definition of heart failure introduces new classification system and emphasizes earlier detection and personalized treatment - DALLAS - A new international expert consensus document refines and updates how heart failure is identified and classified, aiming to improve prevention, diagnosis and management of heart failure worldwide. Acc more PR

NEW YORK, July 1 -- The Hispanic Federation, an organization that supports and strengthens Latino institutions through education, health, immigration, civic engagement, economic empowerment and the environment, issued the following news release on June 29, 2026: * * * 2026 L'Oreal USA Inclusive Beauty Fund Recipients Announced Twelve small business owners and entrepreneurs across the beauty industry awarded one-time grants in partnership with Deed, the NAACP and Hispanic Federation - Hispanic Federation is pleased to announce today the rec more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 1 (TNSrep) -- The Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy issued the following letter: * * * House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee Holds Legislative Markup on Illicit Drugs and Health Price Transparency On June 25, the House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee held a markup of 15 bills pertaining to illicit drugs and health care price transparency. The markup builds upon a legislative hearing held last week and signifies continued, bipartisan engagement from policymakers on increasing transparency into the pr more PR

WOODS HOLE, Massachusetts, July 1 [Category: Environment] -- Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution issued the following news release: * * * Human-occupied submersible Alvin certified to return to service * U.S. Navy certification permits the sub to resume operations to 6,500 meters after a routine overhaul The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) today announced that the human-occupied submersible Alvin has been officially certified to return to service following the successful completion of its recent, routine overhaul and testing p more PR

WASHINGTON, July 2 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Independent Community Bankers of America posted the following news release: * * * ICBA Urges Policy Changes Following Embezzlement Scandal Rocking Tax-Exempt Credit Union Industry With a major embezzlement scandal at a tax-exempt credit union continuing to generate headlines, the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today is renewing its call for the federal government to require federal credit unions to file Form 990s like nearly all other tax-exempt organizations, which co more PR

WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Paralyzed Veterans of America issued the following news on June 30, 2026: * * * Paralyzed Veterans of America and Food City Team Up with NASCAR Father-Son Duo Richard and Kyle Petty for In-Store Donation Drive The campaign encourages Food City shoppers to donate $1, $3, or $5 at check out from July 1-28, 2026 - Paralyzed Veterans of America - the nation's premier nonprofit of choice for disabled veterans, their families and caregivers - tomorrow launches its annual in-store checkout campaign with long-time partner Foo more PR

WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Paralyzed Veterans of America issued the following news on June 29, 2026: * * * Paralyzed Veterans of America Joins Forces with Accenture to Help Veterans and their Families Navigate the AI-Driven Labor Market and Stand Out Paralyzed Veterans of America is working with Accenture to help veterans, their caregivers, and families navigate the AI-driven labor market and better prepare for the future of work. Together, they will help veterans build in-demand job skills and give them the competitive edge they need to stand ou more PR

WASHINGTON, July 1 [Category: Business] -- The Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council issued the following news release: * * * Preserving and Strengthening USMCA Will Expand Opportunities for American Entrepreneurs As the formal joint review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) begins today, the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council) urged negotiators to preserve and strengthen the framework, which has expanded opportunities for entrepreneurs, reinforced North American competitiveness, modernized digital more PR

WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSletter) -- Public Citizen issued the following letter to members of the Congress: * * * Here is the text of the letter: June 25, 2026 Senate Should Not Slash Funding for OSHA Dear Members of Congress: Public Citizen, a national nonprofit consumer and worker advocacy organization with more than one million members and supporters, writes to urge the Senate Appropriations Committee and the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies to reject the Administration's proposed cuts to th more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release: * * * Court Declares Unlawful the Department of Education's Rule Restricting Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility The Trump Administration's attempt to politicize the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program is unlawful, a federal judge ruled today. The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia struck down a rule issued by the U.S. Department of Education (ED) that threatened to disqualify certain employers from eligibility for PSLF.  more PR

DIAMOND BAR, California, July 2 -- The Specialty Equipment Market Association issued the following news release: * * * SEMA CERTIFIED-EMISSIONS PROGRAM EARNS EPA "REASONABLE BASIS" RECOGNITION SEMA Garage-developed certification verified as a proven pathway for aftermarket businesses to show compliance with federal clean air laws - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a groundbreaking advisory opinion that states that a SEMA Certified-Emissions certification qualifies as a reasonable basis under the Tampering Policy an more PR

WASHINGTON, D.C., July 1 -- The Specialty Equipment Market Association posted the following news release: * * * SEMA MARKET RESEARCH: OFF-ROAD CULTURE CONTINUES TO DRIVE CONSUMER SPENDING * Ever wonder why every car commercial is headed beyond the highways? - The Off-Road Business Association (ORBA) is highlighting new market research that shows how automotive consumers continue to be drawn to the aspirational vibes of the culture of motorized off-road recreation, with modified pickup trucks and SUVs driving a significant segment of the au more PR

WASHINGTON, July 1 -- The Society for Science, an organization that promotes the understanding and appreciation of science and the vital role it plays in human advancement, issued the following news release on June 30, 2026: * * * Society for Science Elects Three Members to the Honorary Board Today, Society for Science elected three new members to its Honorary Board: Craig Barrett, David C. Hodgson and Ronald D. Vale. Elected by the Society's Board of Trustees, Honorary Board members are pillars of the scientific community. They are asked to more PR

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, July 2 -- The Solid Waste Association of North America issued the following news release: * * * SWANA Announces Board of Directors for FY2027 Led by Lynsey Baer The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) is pleased to announce President Lynsey Baer has been elected as President of the board of directors. The fiscal year 2027 board begins its term on July 1, 2026, using its experience to guide SWANA's mission to advance from waste management to resource management. "We are excited to welcome our new office more PR