Rep. Higgins criticizes the EPA's aggressive enforcement under Biden, targeting small businesses with armed raids and raising questions about potential abuse of power and the shift away from prosecuting major industrial polluters.

The FAA has added Embry-Riddle's Prescott campus to its AT-CTI program, aiming to better train air traffic controllers. Over 8,300 applicants have advanced to FAA testing, supporting the National Airspace System's safety.

The Council will host three virtual public meetings on September 17, including Breakfast, Committee, and Legislative sessions, with options for live interpretation and multiple streaming platforms.

Senator Klobuchar honored the Lawson family from Minnesota as Angels in Adoption for their perseverance in adopting a son from China amid pandemic challenges.

The U.S. Department of Labor hosts webinars on prevailing wage laws for stakeholders, including a two-day online event on Sept. 24-25, emphasizing compliance and education on federal wage regulations.

Mayor Bowser promotes the MOST-DC portal for D.C. after-school program enrollment, highlighting its ease of use for finding programs and financial aid availability.

The CMS introduces the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program to improve healthcare in rural America, marking the largest investment of its kind, with states invited to apply for funding.

The Trump administration has requested $58 million for enhanced security for U.S. officials after recent threats and incidents, including the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

House Republicans are addressing rising juvenile crime rates in Washington, D.C. by proposing legislation that redefines "youth" and mandates public display of crime statistics, aiming to enforce stricter sentencing.

DC Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb warns residents about predatory sales practices in the home solar system market, particularly targeting vulnerable homeowners.

U.S. lawmakers reintroduce the Local School Foods Expansion Act to increase children's access to fresh, locally-grown produce in school meals, aiming to make permanent improvements to a pilot program from the 2014 Farm Bill.

U.S. Senators have demanded ICE stop using the "Mobile Fortify" facial recognition app over privacy and racial bias concerns, questioning its authority and impact on First Amendment rights.

USDA announces a $1 billion relief program for livestock producers affected by floods and wildfires, with sign-ups starting September 15 and lasting until October 31, 2025.