Day: July 3, 2024
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NY Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Continue Protections for Marine Animals and Other Wildlife Populations
Legislation S.9341/A.10072 Protects Sharks From Harmful Fishing Hooks Legislation S.9319/A.10206, S.9318/A.10347, S.9320/A.10348 and S.9340/A.10349 Extends the Authority of the Department of Environmental Conservation to Manage Scallops, American Lobster, Striped Bass and Monkfish Legislation S.9317/A.10073 Extends the Authority for Hunting of Deer and Bears Legislation S.9367/A.10074 Extends the Authority To Manage Migratory Game Birds Governor Kathy…
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New York Governor Hochul Announces Nominee for the Commission on Ethics in Lobbying and Government
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the nomination of James Caras to the Commission on Ethics in Lobbying and Government, highlighting his extensive legal and governmental experience. The public has seven business days to comment on his nomination before it is reviewed by the Independent Review Committee. Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the Executive Chamber’s latest nominee…
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White House. President Biden Names Fifty-Second Round of Judicial Nominees
President Biden announced his intent to nominate Ryan Y. Park to the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals and Byron B. Conway, Judge Jonathan E. Hawley, and Judge Gail A. Weilheimer to various federal district courts, bringing his total judicial nominees to 251. These nominees are highlighted for their qualifications, experience, and dedication to the rule…
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Biden Administration Announces Additional Security Assistance for Ukraine
Today, the Department of Defense (DoD) announces additional security assistance to meet Ukraine‘s critical security and defense needs. This includes the authorization of a Presidential Drawdown Authority (PDA) package valued at up to $150 million to provide Ukraine with key capabilities, including: additional air defense interceptors; artillery and other fires, and anti-tank weapons. In addition,…