Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 11, 2011. NOAA’s administrator today will announce a new aquaculture initiative to help meet our country’s growing demand for seafood, while creating jobs and restoring healthy ecosystems. The agency’s Aquaculture Technology Transfer Initiative will foster public-private partnerships on regional projects that showcase innovative sustainable practices, jump start private[Read More…]
Author: Gary Kopycinski
GOP’s Gary Johnson Calls Family Leader Pledge ‘Offensive and Unrepublican’
Las Vegas, Nevada-(ENEWSPF)- Presidential candidate and former New Mexico Governor Gary Johnson charged today in a formal statement through his campaign that the Family Leader “pledge” Republican candidates for President are being asked to sign is “offensive to the principles of liberty and freedom on which this country was founded”.[Read More…]
Republican Budget Plan’s Impact on Medicaid a Threat to Middle Class
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–July 11, 2011. Today the Center for American Progress released a column examining the top 10 reasons why everyday Americans should pay close attention to the House Republican proposal to cut Medicaid. This fact sheet follows a press call and recent report by CAP Senior Fellow Scott Lilly, “The[Read More…]
Press Conference by President Obama, July 11, 2011
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 11, 2011 – 11:15 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Good morning, everybody. I want to give a quick update on what’s happening with the debt negotiations, provide my perspective, and then I’m going to take a few questions. As all of you know, I met with congressional[Read More…]
Obama Administration Launches Strong Cities, Strong Communities to Support Local Development
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–July 11, 2011. Today, the Obama Administration launched Strong Cities, Strong Communities (SC2), a new and customized pilot initiative to strengthen local capacity and spark economic growth in local communities while ensuring taxpayer dollars are used wisely and efficiently. To accomplish this, federal agencies will provide experienced staff to[Read More…]
DOD Identifies Army Casualty, July 11, 2011
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 11, 2011. The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation New Dawn. Sgt. Steven L. Talamantez, 34, of Laredo, Texas, died July 10, in Al Amarah, Iraq, of injuries suffered when enemy forces attacked his unit with indirect fire. He was[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces Efforts to Boost Development of South Suburban Cook County
TINLEY PARK–(ENEWSPF)–July 11, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today announced $6.6 million in federal funding to increase affordable housing, stabilize communities and make infrastructure improvements in six south suburban Cook County communities. Awarded through the “IKE” Disaster Recovery Program, the funding will be used to purchase and rehab or demolish vacant[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Signs Legislation Strengthening Access to Healthcare for Cancer Patients
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 11, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today signed two pieces of legislation strengthening access to healthcare for cancer patients in Illinois. House Bill 1191 prohibits insurance companies from excluding coverage for related medical costs for patients participating in clinical cancer trials, and Senate Bill 1279, extends the “Carolyn Adams Ticket[Read More…]
Governor Signs Legislation to Boost Electric Vehicle Usage in Illinois
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 11, 2011. On Saturday, Governor Pat Quinn signed two bills into law that will encourage greater use of electric vehicles in Illinois. Together, these new laws will promote the use of energy efficient vehicles, help reduce emissions produced by gasoline-powered vehicles, and support the development of advanced electric vehicle[Read More…]
Department of Energy Update on Strategic Petroleum Reserve Sale
WASHINGTON, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 11, 2011. Today the Department of Energy announced the completion of the bid process and successful contract award for the full 30.64 million barrels sold through its competitive sale process. A total of 28 contracts were awarded to 15 companies. The Department is currently coordinating with the successful[Read More…]
