US Fed News Service, Including US State News back issues from Wednesday, March 4:
Sen. Grassley Introduces False Claims Act Clarification Act
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, has introduced the False Claims Act Clarification Act of 2009 (S. 458), legislation that would "amend the False Claims Act." The bill, introduced on Feb. 24, was co-sponsored by Sens. Dick Durbin, D-Illinois; Patrick Leahy, D-Vermont; ...
Sen. Boxer Introduces Captive Primate Safety Act
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-California, has introduced the Captive Primate Safety Act (S. 462), legislation that would "amend the Lacey Act Amendments of 1981 to prohibit the importation, exportation, transportation, and sale, receipt, acquisition, or purchase in interstate or ...
House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee Reviews U.S.-India Relations after Mumbai
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- The House Foreign Affairs subcommittee on Middle East and South Asia conducted a hearing "on Building a Strategic Partnership: U.S.-India Relations in the Wake of Mumbai," according to a committee notice published in the Congressional Record. The subcommittee ...
House Oversight Committee Reviews New Federal Contracts
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee conducted a hearing "on How Convicts and Con Artists Receive New Federal Contracts," according to a committee notice published in the Congressional Record. The committee received testimony at the hearing, which ...
House Science Subcommittee Reviews Informal Stem Education
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- The House Science and Technology Subcommittee on research and science education conducted a hearing "on Beyond the Classroom: Informal STEM Education," according to a committee notice published in the Congressional Record. The subcommittee received testimony at the ...
Contract Awards: Murray Benjamin Electric Wins $69,772 Federal Contract for Circuit Breakers
Mar 04, 2009 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 4 -- Murray Benjamin Electric Co., Stamford, Conn., won a $241,980 federal contract from the Defense Logistics Agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, for circuit breakers.For more ...
Contract Awards: Kampi Components Wins $43,029 Federal Contract for Electromagnetic Relays
Mar 04, 2009 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 4 -- Kampi Components Co. Inc., Fairless Hills, Pa., won a $43,029 federal contract from the Defense Logistics Agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, for electromagnetic relays.For more ...
Sen. Schumer Introduces Community Regeneration, Sustainability, and Innovation Act
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, has introduced the Community Regeneration, Sustainability, and Innovation Act of 2009 (S. 453), legislation that would "authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants and offer technical assistance to local ...
Sen. Levin Introduces Weapon Systems Acquisition Reform Act
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Sen. Carl Levin, D-Michigan, has introduced the Weapon Systems Acquisition Reform Act of 2009 (S. 453), legislation that would "improve the organization and procedures of the Department of Defense (DOD) for the acquisition of major weapon systems." The bill, ...
Sen. Dodd Introduces Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Management Act
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Sen. Chris Dodd, D-Connecticut, has introduced the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Management Act of 2009 (S. 456), legislation that would "direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Education, to develop guidelines to be used on ...
Sen. Klobuchar Introduces Fostering Independence Through Technology Act
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minnesota, has introduced the Fostering Independence Through Technology Act of 2009 (S. 457), legislation that would "establish pilot projects under the Medicare program to provide incentives for home health agencies to utilize home monitoring and ...
Sen. McCaskill Introduces SUPPORT for Substance Use Disorders Act
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Sen. Claire McCaskill, D-Missouri, has introduced the SUPPORT for Substance Use Disorders Act (S. 459), legislation that would "improve and enhance substance use disorder programs for members of the Armed Forces." The bill, introduced on Feb. 24, was co-sponsored ...
Sen. Grassley Introduces Bill to Amend Agricultural Marketing Act
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, has introduced a bill (S. 460) to "amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." The bill, introduced on Feb ....
Sen. Lincoln Introduces Bill Concerning Extension of Railroad Track Maintenance Credit
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Sen. Blanche Lincoln, D-Arkansas, has introduced a bill (S. 461), legislation that would "amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend and modify the railroad track maintenance credit." The bill, introduced on Feb. 24, was co-sponsored by Sen. Mike Crapo, ...
Sen. Kerry Introduces TARP Taxpayer Protection and Corporate Responsibility Act
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Sen. John Kerry, D-Massachusetts, has introduced the TARP Taxpayer Protection and Corporate Responsibility Act of 2009 (S. 463), legislation that would "impose limitations on certain expenditures by participants in the Troubled Asset Relief Program." The bill was ...
House Financial Services Committee Reviews Monetary Policy
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- The House Financial Services Committee conducted a hearing "on monetary policy and the state of the economy," according to a committee notice published in the Congressional Record. The committee received testimony at the hearing, which was conducted on Feb. 26, ...
House Judiciary Subcommittee Reviews Ticketing and Promotion Industry
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- The House Judiciary subcommittee on courts and competition policy conducted a hearing "on Competition in the Ticketing and Promotion Industry," according to a committee notice published in the Congressional Record. The subcommittee received testimony at the ...
House National Resources Subcommittee Reviews Hardrock Mining and Reclamation Act
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- The House National Resources subcommittee on energy and mineral resources conducted a hearing "on H.R. 699, Hardrock Mining and Reclamation Act of 2009," according to a committee notice published in the Congressional Record. The subcommittee received testimony at ...
House Ways and Means Subcommittee Reviews Economically Distressed Taxpayer Assistance
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- The House Ways and Means subcommittee on oversight conducted a hearing "on IRS Assistance for Taxpayers Experiencing Economic Difficulties," according to a committee notice published in the Congressional Record. The subcommittee received testimony at the hearing, ...
Sen. Roberts Introduces Five-Star Generals Commemorative Coin Act
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 4 -- Sen. Pat Roberts, R-Kansas, has introduced the Five-Star Generals Commemorative Coin Act (S. 455), legislation that would "require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in recognition of 5 U.S. Army Five-Star Generals, George Marshall, Douglas MacArthur, Dwight ...
Contract Awards: Murray Benjamin Electric Wins $29,410 Federal Contract for Circuit Breakers
Mar 04, 2009 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 4 -- Murray Benjamin Electric Co., Stamford, Conn., won a $29,410 federal contract from the Defense Logistics Agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, for circuit breakers.For more ...
Contract Awards: Derbyshire Machine & Tool Wins $41,384 Federal Contract for Hydraulic Motor Heads
Mar 04, 2009 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 4 -- Derbyshire Machine & Tool Co., Philadelphia, won a $41,384 federal contract from the Defense Logistics Agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, for hydraulic motor heads.For ...
Contract Awards: Tyco Electronics Wins $29,589 Federal Contract for Electromagnetic Relays
Mar 04, 2009 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 4 -- Tyco Electronics Corp., Middletown, Pa., won a $29,589 federal contract from the Defense Logistics Agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, for electromagnetic relays.For more ...
Contract Awards: NGH Retail Wins $29,315 Federal Contract for Hose Saddles
Mar 04, 2009 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 4 -- NGH Retail, Valparaiso, Ind., won a $29,315 federal contract from the Defense Logistics Agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, for hose saddles.For more information ...
Contract Awards: General Dynamics Land Systems Wins $55,061 Federal Contract for Hydraulic Brake Cylinder Assemblies
Mar 04, 2009 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 4 -- General Dynamics Land Systems, Ontario, Canada, won a $55,061 federal contract from the Defense Logistics Agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, for hydraulic brake cylinder assemblies.For ...
Contract Awards: General Dynamics Land Systems Wins $51,701 Federal Contract for Pump Assemblies
Mar 04, 2009 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 4 -- General Dynamics Land Systems, Ontario, Canada, won a $51,701 federal contract from the Defense Logistics Agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, for pump assemblies.For more ...
Contract Awards: Caterpillar Wins $39,360 Federal Contract for Trucks, Truck Tractors
Mar 04, 2009 ... WARREN, Mich., March 4 -- Caterpillar Inc., Mossville, Ill., won a $39,360 federal contract from the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command, Warren, for trucks and truck tractors.For more information about US Fed News contract ...
Contract Awards: Wood Norvel Wins $189,915 Federal Contract for Daily Passenger Shuttle Service
Mar 04, 2009 ... RESTON, Va., March 4 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior has awarded a $189,915 federal contract to Wood Norvel, Washington, to provide daily passenger shuttle service.For more information about US Fed ...
Contract Awards: Master Marine Wins $48,034 Federal Contract for Dry Dock, Repair
Mar 04, 2009 ... NORFOLK, Va. March 4 -- Master Marine Inc., Bayou La Batre, Ala., won a $48,034 federal contract from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Coast Guard, Norfolk, to provide dry dock and repair of the U.S. Coast Guard Station Destin 41307 ...
Contract Awards: Innovative Support Solutions Wins $24,510 Federal Contract for Herbicides
Mar 04, 2009 ... COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho, March 4 -- The U.S. Department of the Agriculture has awarded a $24,510 federal contract to Innovative Support Solutions, Elmhurst, Ill., for herbicides.For more information about US ...
Contract Awards: Rubbercraft Wins $402,700 Federal Contract for Safety, Rescue Equipment
Mar 04, 2009 ... ROCK ISLAND, Ill., March 4 -- Rubbercraft Corp., Ltd., Gardena, Calif., won a $402,700 federal contract from the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command, Rock Island, for safety and rescue equipment.For more information about US Fed ...
Contract Awards: Axion Wins $419,900 Federal Contract for Guns
Mar 04, 2009 ... ROCK ISLAND, Ill., March 4 -- Axion Corp., Huntsville, Ala., won a $419,900 federal contract from the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command, Rock Island, for 30mm guns.For more information about US Fed News contract ...
Contract Awards: Scott Industrial Systems Wins $208,608 Federal Contract for Packing, Gasket Materials
Mar 04, 2009 ... WARREN, Mich., March 4 -- Scott Industrial Systems Inc., Dayton, Ohio, won a $208,608 federal contract from the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command, Warren, for packing and gasket materials.For more information about US Fed ...
Contract Awards: AAR Defense Systems & Logistics Wins $186,934 Federal Contract for Pump, Motor Housings
Mar 04, 2009 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 4 -- AAR Defense Systems & Logistics, Wood Dale, Ill., won a $186,934 federal contract from the Defense Logistics Agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, for pumps and motor housings.For more information ...
Contract Awards: Westin Peachtree Plaza Wins $13,794 Federal Contract for Hotel Accommodations, Conference Space
Mar 04, 2009 ... AUSTIN, Texas, March 4 -- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded a $13,794 federal contract to Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta, to provide hotel accommodations and conference space.For more information ...
Contract Awards: Labat Environmental Wins $1.55 Million Federal Contract for Library Services
Mar 04, 2009 ... EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla., March 4 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $1.55 million federal contract to Labat Environmental Inc., Bellevue, Neb., to provide library services.For more information about US Fed ...
Contract Awards: Octagon Industries Wins $30,499 Federal Contract for Wallboards, Building Papers, Thermal Insulation Mats
Mar 04, 2009 ... WARREN, Mich., March 4 -- Octagon Industries Inc., San Antonio, won a $30,499 federal contract from the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command, Warren, for wallboards, building papers and thermal insulation mats.For more information about US ...
Contract Awards: Derco Aerospace Wins $32,100 Federal Contract for Sprockets
Mar 04, 2009 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 4 -- Derco Aerospace Inc., Milwaukee, won a $32,100 federal contract from the Defense Logistics Agency's Defense Supply Center, ...
Contract Awards: Kidde Technologies Wins $24,302 Federal Contract for Ammunition, Explosives
Mar 04, 2009 ... HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah, March 4 -- Kidde Technologies Inc., Wilson, N.C., won a $24,302 federal contract from the Air Force Materiel Command's Ogden Air Logistics Center, Hill Air Force Base, for ammunition and explosives.For more ...
Contract Awards: United Technologies Wins $69,625 Federal Contract for Engines, Turbines, Components
Mar 04, 2009 ... TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla., March 4 -- United Technologies Corp., East Hartford, Conn., won a $69,625 federal contract from the Air Force Materiel Command's Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center, Tinker Air Force Base, for engines, turbines, and ...
Contract Awards: United Technologies Wins $570,042 Federal Contract for Engines, Turbines, Components
Mar 04, 2009 ... TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla., March 4 -- United Technologies Corp., East Hartford, Conn., won a $570,042 federal contract from the Air Force Materiel Command's Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center, Tinker Air Force Base, for engines, turbines, ...
House Veterans Affairs Subcommittee Reviews VA'S GI Bill Implementation
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- The House Veterans' Affairs subcommittee on economic opportunity conducted a hearing "on VA's Update on Short and Long-Term Strategies for Implementing New G.I. Bill Requirements," according to a committee notice published in the Congressional Record. The ...
Contract Awards: Alpha Machine & Tool Wins $29,810 Federal Contract for Bearings, Cone Spacers
Mar 04, 2009 ... LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 4 -- Alpha Machine & Tool Inc., Louisville, Ky., won a $29,810 federal contract from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Louisville, for bearings and cone spacers.For more information about US ...
Contract Awards: JJAG Wins $16,989 Federal Contract for Lodging
Mar 04, 2009 ... FORT JACKSON, S.C., March 4 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $16,989 federal contract to JJAG Enterprises, operating as JJAG, St. Louis, to provide ...
Contract Awards: Burke Products Wins $57,293 Federal Contract for Launcher Parts Kit
Mar 04, 2009 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 4 -- Burke Products Inc., Xenia, Ohio, won a $57,293 federal contract from the Defense Logistics Agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, ...
Contract Awards: Maven Engineering Wins $27,840 Federal Contract for Charging Kits
Mar 04, 2009 ... COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 4 -- Maven Engineering Corp., Rockville, Md., won a $27,840 federal contract from the Defense Logistics Agency's Defense Supply Center, ...
Contract Awards: First Script Network Services Wins $20 Million Federal Contract for Imaging Services
Mar 04, 2009 ... AURORA, Colo., March 4 -- The U.S. Postal Service has awarded a $20 million federal contract to First Script Network Services, Tucson, Ariz., to provide imaging services.For more information about US ...
Contract Awards: Hader Wins $134,520 Federal Contract for Vehicular Components
Mar 04, 2009 ... WARREN, Mich., March 4 -- Hader Inc., New Berlin, Wis., won a $134,520 federal contract from the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command, Warren, for vehicular components.For more information about US Fed News contract awards ...
Contract Awards: Kidde Dual Spectrum Wins $2.08 Million Federal Contract for Fire Fighting Equipment
Mar 04, 2009 ... WARREN, Mich., March 4 -- Kidde Technologies Inc., operating as Kidde Dual Spectrum, Goleta, Calif., won a $2.08 million federal contract from the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command, Warren, for fire fighting equipment.For more information ...
Contract Awards: Grove U.S. Wins $348,412 Federal Contract for Vehicular Components
Mar 04, 2009 ... WARREN, Mich., March 4 -- Grove U.S. LLC, Shady Grove, Pa., won a $348,412 federal contract from the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command, Warren, for vehicular components.For more information about US Fed News ...
Contract Awards: Parker Hannifin Wins $234,720 Federal Contract for Powered Valves
Mar 04, 2009 ... WARREN, Mich., March 4 -- Parker Hannifin Corp., Elyria, Ohio, won a $234,720 federal contract from the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command, Warren, for powered valves.For more information about US Fed News contract ...
Contract Awards: Cellco Partnership Wins $38,792 Federal Contract for Communication Equipment
Mar 04, 2009 ... ROCK ISLAND, Ill., March 4 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $38,792 federal contract to Cellco Partnership, Alpharetta, Ga., for communication equipment.For more information about US Fed News contract awards please ...
SCIENTIFIC GAMES REPORTS MULTIPLE TRANSACTIONS BY VP GIBBS (New York)
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 3 -- Scientific Games Corp. (SGMS), New York, has filed a Form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in the beneficial interest held by VP, Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer Stephen L. Gibbs, Alpharetta, Ga. On Feb. 26 the ...
SCIENTIFIC GAMES REPORTS MULTIPLE TRANSACTIONS BY DIVISON PRESIDENT SAFERIN (New York)
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 3 -- Scientific Games Corp. (SGMS), New York, has filed a Form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in the beneficial interest held by Divison President and VP for Properties Steven Saferin, Alpharetta, Ga. On Feb. 26 the action involved ...
SCIENTIFIC GAMES REPORTS MULTIPLE TRANSACTIONS BY VP POTTS (New York)
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 3 -- Scientific Games Corp. (SGMS), New York, has filed a Form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in the beneficial interest held by VP and Chief Compliance Officer Larry Potts, New York. On Feb. 26 the action involved acquisition of 4,747 ...
SCIENTIFIC GAMES REPORTS MULTIPLE TRANSACTIONS BY VP ADMINISTRATION CONKRIGHT (New York)
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 3 -- Scientific Games Corp. (SGMS), New York, has filed a Form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in the beneficial interest held by VP for Administration Sally Conkright, New York. On Feb. 26 the action involved acquisition of 4,247 shares ...
Contract Awards: Goex Wins $837,675 Federal Contract for Bulk Explosives
Mar 04, 2009 ... ROCK ISLAND, Ill., March 4 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $837,675 federal contract to Goex Inc., Minden, La., for bulk explosives.For more information about US Fed News contract awards please contact: ...
SCIENTIFIC GAMES REPORTS MULTIPLE TRANSACTIONS BY VP RAPHAELSON (New York)
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 3 -- Scientific Games Corp. (SGMS), New York, has filed a Form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in the beneficial interest held by VP, Secretary and General Counsel Ira H. Raphaelson, New York. On Feb. 26 the action involved acquisition of ...
SCIENTIFIC GAMES REPORTS MULTIPLE TRANSACTIONS BY VP LAIRD (New York)
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 3 -- Scientific Games Corp. (SGMS), New York, has filed a Form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in the beneficial interest held by VP and Chief Financial Officer DeWayne E. Laird, New York. On Feb. 26 the action involved acquisition of ...
SCIENTIFIC GAMES REPORTS MULTIPLE TRANSACTIONS BY PRESIDENT CHAMBRELLO (New York)
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 3 -- Scientific Games Corp. (SGMS), New York, has filed a Form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in the beneficial interest held by President and Chief Operating Officer Michael Chambrello, New York. On Feb. 26 the action involved ...
SCIENTIFIC GAMES REPORTS MULTIPLE TRANSACTIONS BY DIRECTOR WEIL (New York)
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 3 -- Scientific Games Corp. (SGMS), New York, has filed a Form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in the beneficial interest held by Director A. Lorne Weil, New York. On Feb. 26 the action involved acquisition of 18,783 shares of stock and ...
CYBERSOURCE REPORTS ACQUISITION BY SENIOR VP FINANCE PELLIZZER (California)
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 3 -- CyberSource Corp. (CYBS), Mountain View, Calif., has filed a Form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in the beneficial interest held by Senior VP for Finance and Chief Financial Officer Steven D. Pellizzer, Mountain View. On Feb. 26 the ...
CYBERSOURCE REPORTS ACQUISITION BY CEO MCKIERNAN (California)
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 3 -- CyberSource Corp. (CYBS), Mountain View, Calif., has filed a Form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in the beneficial interest held by CEO, Chairman and Director William S. McKiernan, Mountain View. On Feb. 26 the action involved ...
CYBERSOURCE REPORTS ACQUISITION BY VP PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT BUCKLEY (California)
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 3 -- CyberSource Corp. (CYBS), Mountain View, Calif., has filed a Form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in the beneficial interest held by VP for Product Development Neil Buckley, Mountain View. On Feb. 26 the action involved acquisition ...
CYBERSOURCE REPORTS ACQUISITION BY SENIOR VP WORLDWIDE SALES WALSH (California)
Mar 04, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, March 3 -- CyberSource Corp. (CYBS), Mountain View, Calif., has filed a Form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in the beneficial interest held by Senior VP for Worldwide Sales Michael A. Walsh, Mountain View. On Feb. 26 the action involved ...