US Fed News Service, Including US State News back issues from Monday, June 4:
MEMORIAL SERVICE SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 2 FOR LINGUISTICS PROFESSOR CARLOTA SMITH
Jun 04, 2007 ... The University of Texas issued the following news release: A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m., Saturday, June 2 at The University of Texas at Austin's alumni center for Professor Carlota S. Smith of the Department of Linguistics who died Thursday, May 24, at the age of 73 after a ...
GARNESHA BECK NAMED UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT TYLER'S AMERICORPS VISTA SERVICE LEADER
Jun 04, 2007 ... The University of Texas at Tyler issued the following news release: Garnesha Beck of Shreveport, La has been named The University of Texas at Tyler's new AmeriCorps VISTA service leader, Mindy Sutton, UT Tyler director of student development, announced. Beck will work with ...
ALLAMAKEE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ISSUES AGENDA FOR JUNE 4 MEETING
Jun 04, 2007 ... The Allamakee County Board of Supervisors issued the following meeting agenda: 8:45 A.M. Approve Agenda and Minutes of May 29, 2007 8:45 A.M. Public Comment 9:00 A.M. Department Head Meeting 9:15 A.M. Jan Heikes-Contract Agency Contracts & ...
PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION UNDERWAY FOR CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER AT MCHENRY COUNTY COLLEGE
Jun 04, 2007 ... McHenry County College issued the following news release: Preschool enrollment at the McHenry County College Children's Learning Center has begun and will continue until all spots are filled. Morning programs are available for ages three and four and an afternoon program is available for ...
MCHENRY COUNTY COLLEGE TO HOST ANNUAL BEEKEEPERS SYMPOSIUM ON JUNE 9
Jun 04, 2007 ... McHenry County College issued the following news release: The 2007 Midwest Beekeeping Symposium and Illinois State Beekeepers Association Annual Spring Meeting will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 9 at the McHenry County College Conference Center. Jerry Bromenshenk, ...
Del. Norton Introduces Metropolitan Police Department, Fire Service Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-District of Columbia, has introduced the Metropolitan Police Department and Fire Service Act of 2007 (H.R. 2414), legislation that would "amend the National Capital Revitalization and Self-Government Improvement Act of 1997 to adjust the ...
Rep. Oberstar Introduces Clean Water Restoration Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. James L. Oberstar, D-Minnesota, has introduced the Clean Water Restoration Act of 2007 (H.R. 2421), legislation that would "amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify the jurisdiction of the U.S. over waters of the U.S." The bill, introduced on ...
WISEWOMAN Expansion Act Introduced in House by Rep. DeLauro
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Connecticut, has introduced the WISEWOMAN Expansion Act of 2007 (H.R. 2404), legislation that would "reduce health care costs and promote improved health by providing supplemental grants for additional preventive health services for ...
Rep. Waters Introduces Private Relief Bill
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Maxine Waters, D-California, has introduced a private bill (H.R. 2418) for "the relief of Rafael Camacho, Rosa B. Camacho, and Rosa Camacho." The bill, introduced on May 21, was referred to the House Judiciary Committee. For more information about this ...
Rep. Hastings Introduces National Hurricane Research Initiative Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Doc Hastings, R-Washington, has introduced the National Hurricane Research Initiative Act of 2007 (H.R. 2407), legislation that would "establish the National Hurricane Research Initiative to improve hurricane preparedness." The bill, introduced on May 21, was ...
Proud to Be American Citizen Act Introduced in House by Rep. Farr
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Sam Farr, D-California, has introduced the Proud to Be an American Citizen Act (H.R. 2405), legislation that would "require the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide for ceremonies on or near Independence Day for administering oaths of allegiance to legal ...
Rep. Tiahrt Introduces Commission on Accountability, Review of Federal Agencies Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Todd Tiahrt, R-Kansas, has introduced the Commission on the Accountability and Review of Federal Agencies Act (H.R. 2416), legislation that would "establish a commission to conduct a comprehensive review of federal agencies and programs and to recommend the elimination ...
Rep. Boozman Introduces Stop Marketing Illegal Drugs to Minors Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. John Boozman, R-Arkansas, has introduced the Stop Marketing Illegal Drugs to Minors Act (H.R. 2425), legislation that would "amend the Controlled Substances Act to provide enhanced penalties for marketing controlled substances to minors." The bill, introduced ...
Rep. Lungren Introduces Border Security, Immigration Reform Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Daniel E. Lungren, R-California, has introduced the Border Security and Immigration Reform Act of 2007 (H.R. 2413), legislation that would "amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for an increase in border patrol agents and other immigration enforcement ...
Rep. Deal Introduces Bill to Extend Transitional Medical Assistance
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Nathan Deal, R-Georgia, has introduced a bill (H.R. 2432) to "extend for 3 months transitional medical assistance (TMA) and the abstinence education program." The bill, introduced on May 22, was co-sponsored by Reps. Joe Barton, R-Texas; Joseph R. Pitts, ...
Citizens Protection Act Introduced in House by Rep. Paul
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Ron Paul, R-Texas, has introduced the Citizens Protection Act of 2007 (H.R. 2424), legislation that would "repeal the Gun-Free School Zones Act of 1990 and amendments to that Act." The bill, introduced on May 22, was referred to the House Judiciary ...
NOURISH Act Introduced in House by Rep. Baca
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Joe Baca, D-California, has introduced the NOURISH Act of 2007 (H.R. 2401), legislation that would "provide for greater access and opportunities for socially disadvantaged farmers, to create incentives for research, conservation, and market viability, to provide a ...
Rep. Lowey Introduces Bill to Amend Internal Revenue Code
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Nita M. Lowey, D-New York, has introduced a bill (H.R. 2411) to "amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expand deductions allowed for education-related expenses and to allow an earned tuition credit against income tax for qualified tuition and related ...
Rep. Lowey Introduces Equity in Prescription Insurance, Contraceptive Coverage Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Nita M. Lowey, D-New York, has introduced the Equity in Prescription Insurance and Contraceptive Coverage Act of 2007 (H.R. 2412), legislation that would "require equitable coverage of prescription contraceptive drugs and devices and contraceptive services under health ...
Rep. LaTourette Introduces Ballast Water Management Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Steven C. LaTourette, R-Ohio, has introduced the Ballast Water Management Act of 2007 (H.R. 2423), legislation that would "provide for the management and treatment of ballast water to prevent the introduction of nonindigenous aquatic species into coastal and inland ...
Rep. Cuellar Introduces Border Infrastructure, Technology Modernization Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, has introduced the Border Infrastructure and Technology Modernization Act of 2007 (H.R. 2431), legislation that would "authorize appropriations for border and transportation security personnel and technology." The bill, introduced on May ...
Rep. Davis Introduces Southern Empowerment, Economic Development Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Artur Davis, D-Alabama, has introduced the Southern Empowerment and Economic Development Act (H.R. 2403), legislation that would "amend the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to provide for comprehensive community and economic development in the distressed ...
Rep. Lowey Introduces Child Care Public-Private Partnership Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Nita M. Lowey, D-New York, has introduced the Child Care Public-Private Partnership Act of 2007 (H.R. 2409), legislation that would "establish a program to provide child care through public-private partnerships." The bill, introduced on May 21, was referred to ...
Rep. Gordon Introduces Bill Concerning Healthcare Information Integration
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Bart Gordon, D-Tennessee, has introduced a bill (H.R. 2406) to "authorize the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to increase its efforts in support of the integration of the healthcare information enterprise in the U.S." The bill, introduced ...
Rep. Visclosky Introduces Montgomery GI Bill Second Chance Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Peter J. Visclosky, D-Indiana, has introduced the Montgomery GI Bill Second Chance Act of 2007 (H.R. 2417), legislation that would "amend title 38, U.S. Code, and title 10, U.S. Code, to provide for an opportunity for active duty personnel to withdraw an election not ...
Ethanol Infrastructure Expansion Act Introduced in House by Rep. Boswell
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Leonard L. Boswell, D-Iowa, has introduced the Ethanol Infrastructure Expansion Act of 2007 (H.R. 2426), legislation that would "require the Secretary of Energy to award funds to study the feasibility of constructing dedicated ethanol pipelines, to address technical ...
Rep. Thompson Introduces Bill to Amend Social Security Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Mike Thompson, D-California, has introduced a bill (H.R. 2429) to "amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide an exception to the 60-day limit on Medicare reciprocal billing arrangements between two physicians during the period in which one of the ...
Rep. Edwards Introduces Bill to Enhance Efficiency of Bioenergy, Biomass Research, Development Programs
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Chet Edwards, D-Texas, has introduced a bill (H.R. 2428) to "enhance the efficiency of bioenergy and biomass research and development programs through improved coordination and collaboration between the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Energy (DOE), and ...
Rep. Kagen Introduces Bill Designating VA Outpatient Clinic in Green Bay
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Steve Kagen, D-Wisconsin, has introduced a bill (H.R. 2408), legislation that would "designate the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) outpatient clinic in Green Bay, Wisconsin, as the 'Milo C. Huempfner Department of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic'." The ...
Public Official Accountability Act Introduced in House by Rep. Cardoza
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Dennis A. Cardoza, D-California, has introduced the Public Official Accountability Act (H.R. 2402), legislation that would "amend title 18, U.S. Code, to provide increased imprisonment for certain offenses by public officials." The bill, introduced on May 21, ...
Rep. Gonzalez Introduces Bill Preparing Plan for Notifying Local Emergency Responders before Transporting Hazardous Materials
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Charles A. Gonzalez, D-Texas, has introduced a bill (H.R. 2422) to "require railroad carriers to prepare and maintain a plan for notifying local emergency responders before transporting hazardous materials through their jurisdictions." The bill, introduced on ...
Rep. Barrow Introduces Bill Concerning Independent Review of USDA Headquarters Offices
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. John Barrow, D-Georgia, has introduced a bill (H.R. 2427) to "require that an independent review of the efficiency and effectiveness of all headquarters offices of USDA Rural Development and the Natural Resource Conservation Service be carried out before any county ...
Rep. Lowey Introduces Better Screening Test for Women Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Nita M. Lowey, D-New York, has introduced the Better Screening Test for Women Act (H.R. 2410), legislation that would "authorize additional appropriations to the National Institutes of Health for research on the early detection of and the reduction of mortality rates ...
Affordable Gas Price Act Introduced in House by Rep. Paul
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Ron Paul, R-Texas, has introduced the Affordable Gas Price Act (H.R. 2415), legislation that would "reduce the price of gasoline by allowing for offshore drilling, eliminating federal obstacles to constructing refineries and providing incentives for investment in ...
Rep. Lantos Introduces International Climate Cooperation Re-engagement Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Tom Lantos, D-California, has introduced the International Climate Cooperation Re-engagement Act of 2007 (H.R. 2420), legislation that would "declare U.S. policy on international climate cooperation, to authorize assistance to promote clean and efficient energy ...
Rep. Castle Introduces Bill to Amend Department of Education Organization Act, Carl D. Perkins Career, Technical Education Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Michael N. Castle, R-Delaware, has introduced a bill (H.R. 2430) to "amend the Department of Education Organization Act and the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 to redesignate the Office of Vocational and Adult Education." The bill, ...
Farm Bill Extension Act Introduced in House by Rep. Peterson
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Collin C. Peterson, D-Minnesota, has introduced the Farm Bill Extension Act of 2007 (H.R. 2419), legislation that would "provide for the continuation of agricultural programs through fiscal year 2012." The bill, introduced on May 22, was referred to the House ...
Dutch Valley Supply Wins $50,562 Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 4 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $50,562 contract to Dutch Valley Supply Co., Lawrenceville, Ga., for electrical and electronic equipment components. The contract was awarded by the agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, Ohio. For ...
Comptech Wins $77,487 Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 4 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $77,487 contract to Comptech Corp., Rockville, Md., for air cleaner elbow assemblies. The contract was awarded by the agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, Ohio. For more information ...
Pluribus Products Wins $64,000 Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... PHILADELPHIA, June 4 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $64,000 contract to Pluribus Products Inc., Brooklyn, N.Y., for transport and storage case set. The contract was awarded by the agency's Defense Supply Center, Philadelphia. For more ...
Linmarr Associates Wins $62,168 Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 4 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $62,168 contract to Linmarr Associates Inc., Las Vegas, for vehicular equipment components. The contract was awarded by the agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, Ohio. For more ...
Simula Aerospace & Defense Group Wins $30,229 Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 4 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $30,229 contract to Simula Aerospace & Defense Group Inc., Phoenix, for vehicular hinge doors. The contract was awarded by the agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, Ohio. For more ...
Rep. DeFazio Introduces Bill Concerning Integrity in Post-employment
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Peter A. DeFazio, D-Oregon, has introduced a bill (H.R. 2433) to "prohibit the designation of any agency, bureau, or other entity of the Department of Homeland Security as a separate agency or bureau for purposes of post employment restrictions in title ...
Rep. Drake Introduces Veterans Right to Know Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Thelma D. Drake, R-Virginia, has introduced the Veterans Right to Know Act of 2007 (H.R. 2434), legislation that would "amend title 38, U.S. Code, to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide regular notice to individuals submitting claims for benefits ...
Rep. Hooley Introduces Nanotechnology in Schools Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Darlene Hooley, D-Oregon, has introduced the Nanotechnology in the Schools Act (H.R. 2436), legislation that would "strengthen the capacity of eligible institutions to provide instruction in nanotechnology." The bill, introduced on May 22, was co-sponsored by ...
Rep. Green Introduces Equal Protection for All Workers Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, has introduced the Equal Protection for All Workers Act (H.R. 2435), legislation that would "amend the Occupational Safety and Health Act to provide for criminal liability for willful safety standard violations resulting in the death of contract ...
Martin Machinery Wins $82,367 Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... BELTSVILLE, Md., June 4 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded a $82,367 contract to Martin Machinery, Latham, Mo., for bio-gas fueled electrical power systems. The contract was awarded b USDA's Agricultural Research Service, Beltsville, Md. For more information about ...
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT TO INTRODUCE BIOCONTROL AGENT TO CONTROL SALTCEDAR IN BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK
Jun 04, 2007 ... The National Park Service's Big Bend National Park issued the following press release: The National Park Service is proposing to introduce biocontrol insects (Diorhabda elongata.) to control saltcedar (Tamarix spp.), an exotic invasive plant, in Big Bend National Park. Saltcedar ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology Wins $3.87 Million Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 4 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded a $3.87 million contract to Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, for the research and development work. The contract was awarded by DOT's Research & Innovative Technology Administration, Volpe ...
Erbe USA Wins $37,947 Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... MONTGOMERY, Ala., June 4 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded a $37,947 contract to Erbe USA Inc., Marietta, Ga., for argon plasma coagulation units. The contract was awarded by VA Central Alabama Health Care System, Montgomery, ...
Barbara Lee Wins $137,100 Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... SAN FRANCISCO, June 4 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded a $137,100 contract to Barbara Lee, Crescent City, Calif., for readjustment counseling services. The contract was awarded by VA Medical Center, San Francisco. For more information ...
Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Systems Wins $2 Million Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... BUFFALO, N.Y., June 4 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded a $2 million contract to Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Systems Inc., Piscataway, N.J., for vascular graft implant product. The contract was awarded by VA Western New York Healthcare System, Buffalo, ...
Tyco Healthcare Group Wins $53,625 Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... MONTGOMERY, Ala., June 4 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded a $53,625 contract to Tyco Healthcare Group LP, Mansfield, Mass., for pressure assist ventilation software. The contract was awarded by VA Central Alabama Health Care System, Montgomery, ...
Bard Peripheral Vascular Wins $137,000 Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... BUFFALO, N.Y., June 4 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded a $137,000 contract to Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc., Tempe, Ariz., for surgical implant products. The contract was awarded by VA Western New York Healthcare System, Buffalo, ...
PUBLIC MEETINGS TO BE HELD TO GARNER INPUT ON INTRODUCTION OF BIOCONTROL INSECTS TO CONTROL SALTCEDAR IN BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK
Jun 04, 2007 ... The National Park Service's Big Bend National Park issued the following press release: The National Park Service is proposing to introduce biocontrol insects (Diorhabda elongata.) to control saltcedar (Tamarix spp.), an exotic invasive plant, in Big Bend National Park. The ...
HARD WORK, DEDICATION KEYS TO SUCCESS FOR HITCHENS, KY., MARINE
Jun 04, 2007 ... The U.S. Marine Corps issued the following official news story: The language differences between Arabic and English often impede Marines when they try and interact with the Iraqi people. Interpreters who speak both languages are often in short supply, leaving Marines with no way of ...
CHARLIE COMPANY BLOCKS EUPHRATES RIVER TO INSURGENTS IN AL RAFTA
Jun 04, 2007 ... The U.S. Marine Corps issued the following official news story: The quiet current of the Euphrates River was interrupted by a low hum. Two men in a small fishing boat moved along the river. Unseen to the fishermen, Marines stood alongside a crumbling aqueduct waving the men to the shore ....
Atlantic Gear Case Exchange Wins $165,369 Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has awarded a $165,369 contract to Atlantic Gear Case Exchange, Yorktown, Va., for boat parts. The contract was awarded by the department's U.S. Coast Guard. For more information about ...
New England Research Institutes Wins $599,012 Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... BETHESDA, Md., June 4 -- The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services has awarded a $599,012 contract to New England Research Institutes Inc., Watertown, Mass., for advancing behavioral and social sciences research through interactive learning. The contract was awarded by HHS' ...
Standard Marine & Ship Repair Wins $46,600 Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... NORFOLK, Va., June 4 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has awarded a $46,600 contract to Standard Marine & Ship Repair Inc., Merritt Island, Fla., for drydock repair of the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Cypress (WLB-210). The contract was awarded by the department's U.S. Coast ...
KAI Research Wins $8.23 Million Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... BETHESDA, Md., June 4 -- The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services has awarded a $8.23 million contract to KAI Research Inc., Rockville, Md., for the research and development work. The contract was awarded by HHS' National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Neurological ...
Sunflower Enterprises Wins $218,859 Contract
Jun 04, 2007 ... NORFOLK, Va., June 4 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has awarded a $218,859 contract to Sunflower Enterprises LLC, Dubuque, Iowa, for drydock repair of the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Cimarron (WLR-65502). The contract was awarded by the department's U.S. Coast Guard Maintenance ...
America's Better Classrooms Act Introduced in House by Rep. Rangel
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Charles B. Rangel, D-New York, has introduced the America's Better Classrooms Act of 2007 (H.R. 2470), legislation that would "amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expand the incentives for the construction and renovation of public schools." The bill, ...
Rep. Boucher Introduces End Discriminatory State Taxes for Automobile Renters Act
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Rick Boucher, D-Virginia, has introduced the End Discriminatory State Taxes for Automobile Renters Act of 2007 (H.R. 2453), legislation that would "protect consumers from discriminatory state taxes on motor vehicle rentals." The bill, introduced on May 23, was ...
Rep. Tauscher Introduces Bill to Repeal Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq
Jun 04, 2007 ... WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Ellen O. Tauscher, D-California, has introduced a bill (H.R. 2450) to "repeal the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002 (Public Law 107-243)." The bill, introduced on May 23, was referred to the House Foreign Affairs ...