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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving South Carolina Newsletter for 2026-07-23 ( 23 items )  
Amazon Literary Partnership Announces 2026 Grant Recipients (10)
SEATTLE, Washington, July 22 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon posted the following news: * * * Amazon Literary Partnership Announces 2026 Grant Recipients * Amazon today announced the 2026 recipients of the Amazon Literary Partnership, providing $1 million in grants to 102 literary organizations across more than 25 states. Amazon believes in the power of words to transform lives, communities, and the world, and is honored to support these vital organizations that champion writers. This year's grants will support youth-focused wr more PR

Center for European Policy Analysis Issues Commentary: Sea Drones and the Limits of Military Magic (10)
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis issued the following commentary on July 22, 2026, by journalist, author and filmmaker David Axe: * * * Sea Drones and the Limits of Military Magic The increased focus on drones can assist militaries in many ways, but this technology is far from a panacea. - On July 12, three explosives-laden Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) motored into an enemy port, maneuvered past whatever defenses may have been in place, and blew up a drydock cradling a submarine undergoing maintenance. If  more PR

EEOC Sues Rooter ProXpress for Pregnancy Discrimination (10)
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * EEOC Sues Rooter ProXpress for Pregnancy Discrimination * Federal lawsuit says plumbing company fired pregnant employee ATLANTA -Guice Services, Inc., doing business as Rooter ProXpress, a plumbing services provider across the Atlanta metropolitan area, violated federal law when it fired a customer service representative because of her pregnancy, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charged in a lawsuit announced  more PR

FAA Revises Proposal to Amend 14 VHF Omnidirectional Range Federal Airways (10)
WASHINGTON, July 23 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking updating a proposal to amend 14 domestic Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airways in the eastern U.S. in support of the agency's VOR Minimum Operational Network Program. Comments are due on Aug. 21, 2026. The FAA said the supplemental proposal revises changes first published on March 6, 2026, by updating amendments affecting Airways V-53, V-364, V-415 and V-605, while  more PR

Fischer on Senate Floor: Pass the Sanctioning Russia Act (10)
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Fischer on Senate Floor: Pass the Sanctioning Russia Act * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE), a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, spoke on the Senate floor in support of the Sanctioning Russia Act, which she is an original cosponsor of. The legislation will impose mandatory sanctions on Russia's political leadership, financial institutions, and energy sector -putting economic pressure on Moscow to end Putin's w more PR

Fresenius Kabi Urges DEA to Avoid Complex Quota Subcategories to Prevent Drug Shortages and Improve Supply Chain Flexibility (10)
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC Three Corporate Drive Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047 T 847-550-2300 T 888-391-6300 www.fresenius-kabi.com/us July 20, 2026 Drug Enforcement Administration Attention: DEA Federal Register Representative / DPW 8701 Morrissette Drive Springfield, Virginia 22152 Re: Docket No. DEA-1278; RIN 1117-AB86; "Revision of Applications for Manufacturing  more ST

Fresh & Ready Foods Recalls Spicy Breakfast Burrito Due to Undeclared Soy (10)
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * Fresh & Ready Foods LLC Recalls Spicy Breakfast Burrito due to Undeclared Soy Summary Company Announcement Date: July 21, 2026 FDA Publish Date: July 22, 2026 Product Type: Food & Beverages Reason for Announcement: Undeclared soy allergen due to inadvertent inclusion of sausage in products labeled as vegetarian Company Name: Fresh & Ready Foods LLC Brand Name: Sprig & Sprout; Fresh and Ready Pr more PR

Gov. Shapiro Announces Leadership Transition at the Pennsylvania Department of General Services (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, July 23 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on July 22, 2026: * * * Governor Shapiro Announces Leadership Transition at the Pennsylvania Department of General Services Pennsylvania Department of General Services Secretary Reggie McNeil will conclude his service effective Friday, July 31, 2026. DGS Executive Deputy Secretary Sandra Aguilera will serve as Acting Secretary beginning Saturday, August 1, 2026, ensuring continuity of leadership. - Today, Governor Josh Shapiro announc more PR

HPU Students Conduct Innovative Summer Research with Professors (10)
HIGH POINT, North Carolina, July 22 -- High Point University issued the following news release: * * * HPU Students Conduct Innovative Summer Research with Professors * Pictured from left observing dark matter in HPU's Culp Planetarium were sophomore physics majors Sencerity Baker and Blake Bird with Dr. Alex Sobotka, assistant professor of physics. HIGH POINT, N.C., July 22, 2026 - High Point University's labs are buzzing this summer with students and faculty collaborating on innovative research through three unique programs. Students f more PR

IACH explains key components of outreach programs (10)
GREENVILLE, South Carolina, July 22 -- Furman University posted the following news: * * * IACH explains key components of outreach programs * Furman's Institute for the Advancement of Community Health (IACH) has posted explainers on its community health education programs and the Upstate Medical Legal Partnership. In "Health Happens Here," IACH articulates the multiple ways the group is laying a foundation for wellness across the community. The group hosts "Community Health Conversations," a quarterly series that convenes Furman faculty r more PR

In Memoriam: Alan L. Gross (10)
NEW YORK, July 21 -- The City University of New York Graduate Center posted the following news: * * * In Memoriam: Alan L. Gross * The Graduate Center community is deeply saddened by the passing of Professor Emeritus Alan L. Gross, a longtime and influential faculty member and former executive officer of the Educational Psychology Ph.D. program. He died on June 24. He was 82. His death was confirmed by his family. Distinguished Professor David Rindskopf (Educational Psychology, Psychology, Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences ) s more PR

Justice Dept. Reports National Spectrum Consortium Membership Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, July 22 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division announced that National Spectrum Consortium Inc., Washington, filed a notification under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act reporting membership changes to its collaborative research venture. The filing, dated February 19, 2026, extends antitrust protections available under the Act. The consortium added 56 members and reported 91 withdrawals. Membership remains open, and the consortium plans to submit additional notifications as membership chang more PR

Led by Congressmen Clay Higgins and Troy Carter, Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act Passes House (10)
NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, July 22 [Category: Food/Beverage] -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance posted the following news release: * * * Led by Congressmen Clay Higgins and Troy Carter, Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act Passes House * On Monday, the Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act, H.R. 2715, passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The legislation now moves to the Senate for consideration. If enacted, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) would be granted authority to order the destruction of foreign FDA-regulated merchandise th more PR

Lummis Releases Updated Clarity Act Text (10)
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Cynthia M. Lummis, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release on July 22, 2026: * * * Lummis Releases Updated Clarity Act Text Today, Senate Banking Digital Assets Subcommittee Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) released updated text for the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (H.R. 3633), which reflects the merged work products of the Banking and Agriculture Committees. "This is another step in my years-long journey to ensure the U.S. leads the way on digital assets," said Lummis. "The U.S. has always been at the foref more PR

Paradigm Operations: NCUA Faces Industry Pushback Over Proposed Stablecoin Regulations Affecting Yield Prohibition Reporting and Multi-Brand Issuance (10)
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 17, 2026 Melane Conyers-Ausbrooks Secretary of the Board National Credit Union Administration 1775 Duke Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314-3428 Re: RIN 3133-AG10: Implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act for the Issuance of Stablecoins by Entities Subject to the Jurisdiction of the National Credit Union Administration more ST

Professor seeking to grow student experience with research and scholarship named honors director at Tusculum (10)
GREENVILLE, Tennessee, July 21 -- Tusculum University posted the following news: * * * Professor seeking to grow student experience with research and scholarship named honors director at Tusculum * GREENEVILLE - A professor with a passion for learning and fostering student-driven academic research and scholarship has been named director of Tusculum University 's Honors Program. Dr. Adam Denton, an assistant professor of psychology, recently was chosen for this key leadership post. He will help high-achieving, motivated students take their  more PR

Rep. Ralph Norman Secures Four Amendments in House-Passed FY27 National Defense Authorization Act (10)
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Rep. Ralph Norman, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Ralph Norman Secures Four Amendments in House-Passed FY27 National Defense Authorization Act * WASHINGTON -Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC) announced that all four of his amendments were included in the House-passed Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), advancing efforts to strengthen national security, improve transparency, and enhance accountability within the Department of Defense. "Passing these amendments in  more PR

S.C. State Housing Finance and Development Authority: Affordable Housing Projects Face Delays and Cost Increases Due to Build America Buy America Compliance Challenges (10)
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 20, 2026 Regulations Division, Office of General Counsel Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street, SW, Room 10276 Washington, DC 20410-0500 Re: Request for Information Regarding Products and Categories of Products Used in Housing Progreams Pursuant to the Build America, Buy America Act [Docket No.: FR-6616-N-01] To Whom It May Concern: Thank  more ST

SC State names alumna Stephenson interim dean of Dr. Emily England Clyburn Honors College (10)
ORANGEBURG, South Carolina, July 22 -- South Carolina State University posted the following news: * * * SC State names alumna Stephenson interim dean of Dr. Emily England Clyburn Honors College * Dr. Windy Ann Mack Stephenson's Interim appointment ensures continuity for scholars and academic programs. ORANGEBURG, S.C. - South Carolina State University has appointed Dr. Windy Ann Mack Stephenson, an SC State alumna, educator and Orangeburg native, as interim dean of the Dr. Emily England Clyburn Honors College. Stephenson assumes leader more PR

Sen. Tim Scott hosts 16th annual South Carolina Prayer Breakfast (10)
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Sen. Tim Scott, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Tim Scott hosts 16th annual South Carolina Prayer Breakfast * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) hosted his 16th annual South Carolina Prayer Breakfast, bringing together hundreds of South Carolinians, including elected officials, faith leaders, and community members. This year's breakfast was hosted in loving memory of late Sen. Lindsey Graham. Sen. Scott honored Lindsey's legacy as an esteemed colleague, dear friend, and more PR

University of Georgia's 40 Under 40 Spotlights the Next Generation of Leaders (10)
ATHENS, Georgia, July 23 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news: * * * UGA's 40 Under 40 spotlights the next generation of leaders The university has selected 40 outstanding alumni under the age of 40 as 2026 honorees By Rachael Andrews The University of Georgia has named its 2026 class of 40 Under 40, honoring young alumni who are making significant contributions in their professions, communities and beyond. Representing industries that range from healthcare and technology to athletics and the arts, this year's honorees re more PR

Utah A.G. Brown Announces $29.6 Million Settlement With Glenmark Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition (10)
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, July 23 -- Utah Attorney General Derek Brown issued the following news on July 22, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown announces $29.6 million settlement with Glenmark over conspiracy to inflate prices and limit competition If You Bought Certain Generic Prescription Drugs in the United States Between May 1, 2009 and December 31, 2019, You Could be Eligible for Money - Attorney General Brown today joined a coalition of 48 states and territories announcing a $29.6 million settlement with Glenmark to resolve allegations  more PR

What you missed this summer: Facilities (10)
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, July 22 -- The University of South Carolina posted the following news: * * * What you missed this summer: Facilities * You'll notice a few changes around campus this fall. Throughout the summer, teams across the University of South Carolina's Facilities management organizations continued making progress on major projects across campus. From new residence halls and renovated academic spaces to expanded research facilities, these projects -most of them tied to the campus master plan USC Next -represent important in more PR