US Fed News Service, Including US State News back issues from Wednesday, July 19:
Women's Small Business Ownership Programs Act Introduced by Sen. Snowe
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- Sen. Olympia J. Snowe, R-Maine, has introduced the Women's Small Business Ownership Programs Act of 2006 (S. 3659), legislation that would "reauthorize and improve the women's small business ownership programs of the Small Business Administration (SBA)." The bill, ...
Credit Monitoring Enhancement Act Introduced in Senate by Sen. Bennett
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- Sen. Bob Bennett, R-Utah, has introduced the Credit Monitoring Enhancement Act of 2006 (S. 3662), legislation that would "amend the Credit Repair Organizations Act to establish a new disclosure statement." The bill, introduced on July 14, is being co-sponsored by ...
Sen. Hutchison Introduces Bill to Amend International Air Transportation Competition Act
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- Sen. Kay B. Hutchison, R-Texas, has introduced a bill (S. 3661) to "amend section 29 of the International Air Transportation Competition Act of 1979 relating to air transportation to and from Love Field, Texas." The bill, introduced on July 13, is being ...
Sen. Landrieu Introduces Small Business International Trade Enhancements Act
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- Sen. Mary L. Landrieu, D-Louisiana, has introduced the Small Business International Trade Enhancements Act of 2006 (S. 3663), legislation that would "amend the Small Business Act to increase the maximum amount for international trade loans, to direct the Administrator of ...
Sen. Landrieu Introduces Small Business Disaster Recovery Assistance Improvements Act
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- Sen. Mary L. Landrieu, D-Louisiana, has introduced the Small Business Disaster Recovery Assistance Improvements Act of 2006 (S. 3664), legislation that would "amend the Small Business Act to improve assistance after a major disaster, to authorize emergency bridge loans, ...
General Dynamics C4 Systems Wins $9.74 Million Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... SAN ANTONIO, July 19 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $9.74 million contract to General Dynamics C4 Systems Inc., Scottsdale, Ariz., for the next generation crypto-modernization compliant encryptor/decryptor for satellite telemetry, tracking and control with two configurations, the embeddable ...
Lockheed Martin Wins $10.5 Million Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... WRIGHT PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio, July 19 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $10.5 million contract to Lockheed Martin Corp., Marietta, Ga., for the production and installation of stepped frequency microwave radiometer modification kits for 10 WC-130J. The contract was ...
L-3 Communications Wins $9.88 Million Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... SAN ANTONIO, July 19 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $9.88 million contract to L-3 Communications, San Diego, for the next generation crypto-modernization compliant encryptor/decryptor for satellite telemetry, tracking and control with two configurations, the embeddable solution and end ...
National Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority Wins $6.16 Million Contract Modification
Jul 19, 2006 ... ARLINGTON, Va., July 19 -- The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded a $6.16 million contract modification to National Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, for research and development in multiple areas of ocean sciences through the National Defense Center of Excellence ...
International Precision Wins $90,800 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... PHILADELPHIA, July 19 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $90,800 contract to International Precision Inc., Chatsworth, Calif., for beam assemblies. The contract was awarded by the agency's Defense ...
Pelican Lumber & Export Wins $25,175 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... PHILADELPHIA, July 19 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $25,175 contract to Pelican Lumber & Export Inc., Lake Charles, La., for lumber, millwork, plywood and veneer. The contract was awarded by the agency's Defense Supply Center, ...
Kaydon Wins $25,280 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... PHILADELPHIA, July 19 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $25,280 contract to Kaydon Corp., Muskegon, Mich., for ball bearings. The contract was awarded by the agency's Defense Supply Center, ...
Skookum Wins $97,037 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... PHILADELPHIA, July 19 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $97,037 contract to Ulven Machinery Co., operating as Skookum, Hubbard, Ore., for snatch blocks. The contract was awarded by the agency's Defense Supply Center, ...
Sikorsky Aircraft Wins $46,756 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... PHILADELPHIA, July 19 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $46,756 contract to Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., Stratford, Conn., for catch assemblies. The contract was awarded by the agency's Defense Supply ...
Imperial Oil Wins $58,489 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... PHILADELPHIA, July 19 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $58,489 contract to Imperial Oil Co. Inc., Morganville, N.J., for lubricating oil. The contract was awarded by the agency's Defense Supply ...
NARA Category Rating System Annual Report Sent to Senate
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee has received an executive branch communication from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. The Assistant Administrator at the NARA's Office of Legislative ...
Commerce Rule on Allocating Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands King and Tanner Crab Fishery Resources Sent to Senate
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Commerce. The Acting Deputy Assistant Administrator for Regulatory Programs at NOAA's Office of Sustainable Fisheries has transmitted, ...
FAA Final Rule on Airworthiness Directives at Learjet 45 Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Transportation. A program analyst at DOT's Federal Aviation Administartion has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the ...
Commerce Rule on Implementation of Unilateral Chemical/Biological Controls Sent to Senate
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Commerce. The Deputy Assistant Secretary for Export Administration at the Bureau of Industry and Security has transmitted, pursuant to ...
Homeland Security Intent to Award Contract to McNeil Security Sent to Senate
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Homeland Security. The Assistant Secretary at the Transportation Security Administration has transmitted, pursuant to law, the report of ...
FAA Final Rule on Standard Instrument Approach Procedures Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Transportation. A program analyst at DOT's Federal Aviation Administartion has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the ...
FAA Final Rule on Revision of Class E Airspace at Big Lake, Alaska Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Transportation. A program analyst at DOT's Federal Aviation Administartion has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the ...
Commerce Rule on Fisheries in Western Pacific Sent to Senate
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Commerce. The Deputy Assistant Secretary for Export Administration at the Bureau of Industry and Security has transmitted, pursuant to ...
Industrial Engineering & Equipment Wins $83,879 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... PHILADELPHIA, July 19 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $83,879 contract to Industrial Engineering & Equipment Co. Inc., St. Louis, for imersion type electrical heating elements. The contract was awarded by the ...
Stewart Warner South Wind Wins $33,390 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... RICHMOND, Va., July 19 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $33,390 contract to Stewart Warner South Wind, Troy, Ind., for heat exchanger core assemblies. The contract was awarded by the agency's Defense ...
CHARGES FILED AGAINST FUGITIVE GANG MEMBER ACCUSED OF WOUNDING TWO LITTLE BOYS
Jul 19, 2006 ... The Los Angeles County District Attorney issued the following news release: The District Attorney's Hardcore Gang Division filed criminal charges today against a fugitive gang member accused of shooting and wounding two little boys in Boyle Heights over the weekend. The complaint ...
Keith Contracting Wins $329,866 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... COLUMBIA, Mo., July 19 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded a $329,866 contract to Keith Contracting, Columbia, for the construction of structures and facilities. The contract was awarded by USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service, Missouri State Office, Columbia, Mo ....
Rye Tree Service Wins $44,561 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, July 19 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded a $44,561 contract to Rye Tree Service, Florence, Ore., for the Bridger-Teton stand exam services. The contract was awarded by USDA's Forest Service, R-4 IDAWY Acquisition Service Center, Idaho Falls, Idaho ....
Clean Country Wins $4,028 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... MADISON, Wis., July 19 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded a $4,028 contract to Clean Country Inc., Omaha, Neb., for janitorial services. The contract was awarded by USDA's Farm Service Agency, Wisconsin State Office, Madison, Wis. For more information ...
Wyoming Roofing & Supply Wins $48,000 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... GOLDEN, Colo., July 19 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded a $48,000 contract to Wyoming Roofing & Supply LLC, Sheridan, Wyo., for roof replacements at the Sheridan Work Center, Sheridan. The contract was awarded by USDA's Forest Service, R-2 Rocky Mountain Region, ...
Redding Tree Growers Wins $37,120 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... REDDING, Calif., July 19 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded a $37,120 contract to Redding Tree Growers, Exeter, Calif., for grindstone chainsaw thinning at the Mendocino National Forest, Glenn County, Calif. The contract was awarded by USDA's Forest Service, R-5 Northern ...
D.A. Lampe Wins $53,660 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... SUSANVILLE, Calif., July 19 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded a $53,660 contract to D.A. Lampe, Durham, Calif., for the construction of structures and facilities. The contract was awarded by USDA's Forest Service, R-5 Sierra Cascade Province, Lassen Plumas & Modoc ...
Diane Siehr Wins $10,044 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... MADISON, Wis., July 19 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded a $10,044 contract to Diane Siehr, Green Bay, Wis., for janitorial services. The contract was awarded by USDA's Farm Service Agency, Wisconsin State Office, Madison, Wis. For more information ...
Andrew G. Ontko Wins $429,521 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... PRINEVILLE, Ore., July 19 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded a $429,521 contract to Andrew G. Ontko, Powell Butte, Ore., for the construction of structures and facilities. The contract was awarded by USDA's Forest Service, R-6 Central Oregon Procurement, Ochoco National ...
Professional Landscape Management Services Wins $339,675 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... ROCKVILLE, Md., July 19 -- The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services has awarded a contract valued at up to $339,675 to Professional Landscape Management Services Inc., Frederick, Md., for professional landscape maintenance. The contract was awarded by HHS' National Institutes ...
Primetech Wins $70,000 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... SACRAMENTO, Calif., July 19 -- The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services has awarded a $70,000 contract to Primetech, Auburn, Calif., to repair manholes and lagoon in Modoc County, Calif. The contract was awarded by HHS' Indian Health Service, California Area Office, Sacramento, ...
City of Faith Wins $767,500 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The U.S. Department of Justice has awarded a $767,500 contract to City of Faith, Monroe, La., for social services in Lake Charles, La. The contract was awarded by the department's Bureau of Prisons. For more information ...
Lulac Institute Wins $45,850 Contract
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The U.S. Department of Justice has awarded a $45,850 contract to Lulac Institute Inc., El Paso, Texas, for education and training services. The contract was awarded by the department's Bureau of Prisons. Work will be performed in Milwaukee. For more ...
ILLINOIS COMMERCE COMMISSION ISSUES REPORT OF DAILY FILINGS, JULY 6
Jul 19, 2006 ... The Illinois Commerce Commission issued the following report of daily public utility filings: 06-0477 Charles E. Scott Co. -vs- ...
HUD Final Rule on Prohibition on Use of Community Development Block Grant Assistance for Job-Pirating Activities Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Financial Services Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The Counsel for Legislation and Regulations at HUD has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the Department's final ...
State Dept. Semi-Annual Report on Emigration Laws and Policies of Azerbaijan Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Ways and Means Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of State. The Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs has transmitted, pursuant to law [19 U.S.C. 2432(c) and (d)], a semi-annual report concerning emigration laws ...
IRS Final Rule on Mixed Service Costs Industry Directive Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Ways and Means Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Internal Revenue Service. The Chief of IRS's Publications and Regulations Branch has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C ....
Commerce Rule on Bottlenose Dolphin Take Reduction Plan Sent to Senate
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Commerce. The Acting Deputy Assistant Administrator for Regulatory Programs at NOAA's Office of Sustainable Fisheries has transmitted, ...
State Dept. Certification Regarding Proposed License for Manufacture of Defense Equipment from Japan Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House International Relations Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of State. The Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs has transmitted, pursuant to [Public Law 102-511, section 508(a)], ...
FAA Final Rule on Airworthiness Directives at Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120s Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Transportation. A program analyst at DOT's Federal Aviation Administartion has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the ...
Commerce Rule on Seasonal Closure of Chiniak Gully in Gulf of Alaska to Trawl Fishing Sent to Senate
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Commerce. The Acting Deputy Assistant Administrator for Regulatory Programs at NOAA's Office of Sustainable Fisheries has transmitted, ...
State Dept. Report on Copies of International Agreements, Other Than Treaties Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House International Relations Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of State. The Assistant Legal Adviser for Treaty Affairs has transmitted, pursuant to law [1 U.S.C. 112b], ...
State Dept. Authorization for Use of Military Force against Iraq Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House International Relations Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of State. The Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs has transmitted consistent with the Authorization for Use of Military Force against Iraq Resolution of ...
HHS Final Rule on Reauthorization of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Ways and Means Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Health and Human Services. The Regulations Coordinator at HHS's Administration for Children and Families has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the ...
Homeland Security Final Rule on Affidavits of Support on Behalf of Immigrants Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Judiciary Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Homeland Security. The Directorof the Regulatory Management Division at the Office of Executive Secretariat has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the ...
Navy's Proposed Letter(s) of Offer and Acceptance to Korea for Defense Articles Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House International Relations Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Defense Security Cooperation Agency. The Deputy Director has transmitted, pursuant to the reporting requirements of Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, as ...
USDA Legislation on Commodity Credit Corporation Budget Proposals Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Agriculture Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Agriculture. The Secretary at USDA has transmitted a copy of a draft bill entitled, ...
FAA Final Rule on Weather Takeoff Minimums Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Transportation. A program analyst at DOT's Federal Aviation Administartion has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the ...
FAA Final Rule on Airworthiness Directives at Airbus A330s Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Transportation. A program analyst at DOT's Federal Aviation Administartion has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the ...
46th Edition of Investment Company Fact Book Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Ways and Means Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Investment Company Institute. The Chief Government Affais Officer has transmitted a copy of the ...
DOD Final Rule on Contractor Personnel Authorized to Accompany U.S. Armed Forces Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Armed Services Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Defense. The Liaison Officer at DOD's Office of the Secretary has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the Department's final rule on Defense Federal ...
FAA Final Rule on Establishment of VOR Federal Airway V-623 Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Transportation. A program analyst at DOT's Federal Aviation Administartion has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the ...
U.S.-China Commission's Hearing on Major Internal Challenges Facing Chinese Leadership Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House International Relations Committee has received an executive branch communication from the U.S.-China Commission. The Chairman has transmitted the record of the Commission's February 2-3, 2006 ...
Justice Final Rule on Labor Condition Applications and Requirements for Employers Using Nonimmigrants on H-1B Visas Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Judiciary Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Labor. The Administrator at the Office of Foreign Labor Certification has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the Department's final rule on Labor ...
FAA Final Rule on Modification and Revocation of Restricted Areas Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Transportation. A program analyst at DOT's Federal Aviation Administartion has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the ...
DOD Final Rule on Security-Guard Services Contracts Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Armed Services Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of Defense. The Liaison Officer at DOD's Office of the Secretary has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the Department's final rule on Defense Federal ...
State Dept. Notification of Possible Unauthorized Transfer of U.S.-Origin Defense Articles Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House International Relations Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of State. The Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs has transmitted, pursuant to [Section 3(e) of the Arms Export ...
IRS Final Rule on Determination of Issue Price in Case of Certain Debt Instruments Issued for Property Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Ways and Means Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Internal Revenue Service. The Chief of IRS's Publications and Regulations Branch has transmitted, pursuant to law [5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A)], the Service's final rule on Determination ...
State Dept. Determination Suspending Prohibitions on Certain Sales and Leases Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House International Relations Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of State. The Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs has transmitted, pursuant to law [Anti-Economic Discrimination Act of 1994, part C of Title V, Foreign ...
President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief Sent to House
Jul 19, 2006 ... WASHINGTON, July 19 -- The House Appropriations Committee has received an executive branch communication from the Department of State. The Acting U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator has transmitted a report on the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS ...