Month: July 2024
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USCIS Updates Customer Service and Safe Address Procedures for Individuals Protected Under Confidentiality Provisions
We have implemented provisions in the USCIS Policy Manual that provide guidance on customer service and safe address procedures for individuals protected under 8 U.S.C. 1367. The confidentiality provisions at 8 U.S.C. 1367 protect information about individuals who have pending or approved victim-based immigration relief, specifically relief under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), such as Form I-360 VAWA…
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NIST Unveils New Hemp Reference Material to Enhance Cannabis Measurement Accuracy
NIST’s New Hemp Reference Material Will Help Ensure Accurate Cannabis Measurements The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is now selling a hemp reference material that will help laboratories accurately measure key components in cannabis plant products. This will help law enforcement agencies accurately distinguish between hemp and marijuana and will help manufacturers and…
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Secretary Mayorkas Announces Extension and Redesignation of Yemen for Temporary Protected Status
Redesignation Allows Additional Newly Eligible Yemeni Nationals to Apply for TPS and Employment Authorization Documents WASHINGTON – Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas today announced the extension and redesignation of Yemen for Temporary Protected Status for 18 months, from September 4, 2024, to March 3, 2026, due to country conditions in Yemen that prevent…
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U.S. Officials Agree NATO’s Worth is Unquestionable
For 75 years, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization has been a force for peace that stared down the Soviet Union, prevented a larger war in the Balkans, joined in the fight against international terrorism and even now stands ready to defend all NATO territory from Russian aggression. NATO remains an essential and pivotal alliance, recognized…
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Governor Hochul Joins State and Federal Officials to Announce $6.88 Billion Full Funding Grant Agreement for Gateway Hudson Tunnel
Governor Hochul: “Today is a historic day. We have moved into places that others thought was impossible… Tunnels that were built in 1910, that were ravaged by Hurricane Sandy, and people said, ‘Well, stuff happens, right?’ No. You find the investment, you find the partners, and you make $16 billion of investments happen.” Hochul: “95,000…
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GOP Lawmaker Blasts Progressive Energy Policies as ‘Costly and Impractical’
During a House Science Committee hearing prior to the Congressional recess, Rep. Brandon Williams (R-NY) questioned Dept. of Energy Deputy Secretary, David Turk, about energy production priorities. Source: Forbes News Video
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Gosar is pushing to defund the Special Representative for Ukraine’s Economic Recovery
U.S. Congress news – Forbes Just last month, on the venerable floor of the House, Representatives Paul Gosar of Arizona and Barbara Lee of California exchanged thoughts on an amendment concerning Ukraine. Quite a tale, indeed! In the House of Representatives, Mr. Gosar of Arizona presented an amendment to the fiscal year 2025 State and…
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Attention Readers & Researchers – Free Internet Archive Asks for Your Help !!!!
More than 500,000 books have been removed from Archive.org lending library due to the publishers’ lawsuit. Have you been affected? Share your story with us and help us fight to restore access. #LetReadersRead TAKE ACTION: Sign the open letter to publishers, asking them to restore access to the 500,000 books they’ve removed from our library!…
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Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III’s Call With Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided the following readout: Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III spoke with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant by phone today to discuss regional security challenges and the continued threats to the region from Iranian-backed groups. Secretary Austin reaffirmed the United States’ ironclad commitment to Israel’s security and…
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White House. Background Press Call Previewing the NATO Summit
MODERATOR: Good afternoon, and thank you all for joining us today for our NSC background call to preview the NATO Summit. As a reminder of the ground rules, this call is being held on background with the contents attributable to a senior administration official. For your awareness, but not for your reporting, our speaker today…
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New York Governor Hochul Announces the Next Phase of Subway Service Enhancements and Extended Service to the Beach
Enhanced Midday and Evening Weekday Service on the BDJM Will Have Trains Arriving Every Eight Minutes Weekend Service Enhancements on the 3 and 5 Lines to Start July 6 Rockaway Park Shuttle to Operate to 10-Car Trains and Extend Route to Rockaway Blvd on Weekends Through Sept. 3 Traducción al español Governor Kathy Hochul today…
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Governor Hochul Announces State Police and Local Law Enforcement to Add Extra Patrols on New York’s Roads During July 4th Holiday
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies will increase patrols to crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions this 4th of July. Law enforcement statewide will conduct sobriety checkpoints and target reckless and aggressive driving to keep New York highways safe during…
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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,…
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State Department’s Coalition for Climate Entrepreneurship Adds Extreme Tech Challenge as Partner
On July 2, 2024, Extreme Tech Challenge (XTC) and the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Global Partnerships signed a Memorandum of Understanding for XTC to join the Coalition for Climate Entrepreneurship (CCE) public-private partnership. CCE is a public-private partnership designed to catalyze climate innovation in developing economies by nurturing emerging and market-viable climate solutions. …
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Celebrates Historic $2 Billion Investment in Affordable Housing, Total 10-Year Capital Commitment Reaching Record $26 Billion in Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
July 2, 2024 Announcement Follows On-Time, Balanced, and Fiscally-Responsible $112.4 Billion Adopted Budget That Invests in Future of New York City. Historic Investment Comes as Adams Administration’s Addresses Housing Crisis with “City of Yes for Housing Opportunity” Proposal to Produce as Many as 108,850 New Homes Over 15 Years – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today celebrated an on-time,…
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President Biden Announces New Actions to Protect Workers and Communities from Extreme Weather
Despite the severe impacts of extreme weather events, Republicans in Congress continue to deny the very existence of climate change and expose their constituents to health and safety dangers Across the country, tens of millions of Americans are experiencing the effects of extreme weather events. From the record-shattering heat wave across the Midwest and Northeast,…
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NYC Mayor Adams, D.A. Bragg Announce New Midtown Community Improvement Coalition To Enhance Quality Of Life, Protect Public Safety In Midtown Manhattan
– New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg, Jr. today announced the launch of the Midtown Community Improvement Coalition ( Coalition Includes More Than 20 City Agencies and Community Partners to Create a Cleaner, Safer, and More Vibrant Midtown Business District ), a new interagency quality of life improvement hub…