On One-Year Anniversary of Innovative - - -Faircloth-to-RAD - - Initiative

On One-Year Anniversary of Innovative "Faircloth-to-RAD" Initiative, HUD on Track to Create nearly 1,850 new Affordable Housing Units | site |


Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) unlocks the creation of deeply affordable housing in support of Administration objectives to increase rental housing supply for some of the nation’s most vulnerable populations



Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: May 3, 2022 Washington - - This week, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) commemorated the first anniversary of the creation of the “Faircloth-to-RAD” initiative, a new pathway that allows Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) to leverage their “Faircloth Authority” to create new deeply affordable rent-assisted housing through the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD). “This Administration is using every tool available to address the shortage of affordable housing acro...

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs ensures access to Health Care as 9/11 Anniversary nears | site |



(Information contained in U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs [VA] press release dated: August 12, 2021) Washington - - As the 20th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, the Department of Veterans Affairs is providing those who served awareness of and access to all their health care services, specifically in areas of mental health and post-traumatic stress care. VA Mental Health officials said there has been an uptick in Veterans seeking help, which could increase more as they come to terms with their service and as the Afghanistan withdrawal comes to completion. “Our nation is indebted to the men and women who served in Afghanistan and Iraq, because they made our world infinitely safer,” said VA Secretary Denis McDonough. “Their service did not come without sacrifice as some carry physical and emotional wounds...

Statement from U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas on the Fourth Anniversary of the events at Charlottesville, Virginia | site |



(Information contained in U.S. Department of Homeland Security [DHS] press release dated: August 12, 2021)

Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on the Fourth Anniversary of the events at Charlottesville, Virginia

“On the 4th anniversary of the events at Charlottesville, Virginia, we remember Heather Heyer and all those who were victims of the senseless violence that occurred on that tragic day. The Department of Homeland Security continues to work closely with our partners across every level of government, the private sector, and communities throughout our country to prevent acts of targeted violence and domestic terrorism. “Over the last four years, we have seen a rise in violence motivated by ideologies of hate, false narratives, and other extremist v...

Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Rosenworcel on the Second Anniversary of the 5G Security-focused Prague Proposals | site |


The Prague Proposals offer recommendations for nations to consider as they design, construct, and administer 5G infrastructure


(Information contained in Federal Communications Commission [FCC] press release dated: May 3, 2021) Washington - - May 3, 2021—Two years ago, the Czech Republic hosted officials from thirty-two countries, the European Union, and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization for the Prague 5G Security Conference. Recognizing both the critical role 5G will play for their economies and the threat of untrusted vendors to 5G networks, conference attendees agreed on a set of security recommendations for 5G networks known as the Prague Proposals. Over the past two years, these proposals have helped encourage a more coordinated approach to 5G network security. Today, Acting FCC Chairwoman ...

AFL-CIO's Trumka on the 57th Anniversary of the 16th Street Baptist Church Bombing: We Can Be Moved Forward| site |


Richard Trumka | September 15, 2020 (September 15, 2020) - - On or about September 15, 2020 the AFL-CIO published the following remarks that AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka delivered on the 57th anniversary of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham: AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka delivered the following remarks on the 57th anniversary of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham: Reverend Price and members of the 16th Street Baptist Church, thank you for including us as we remember what happened in your home—a sacred place of both tragedy and unity. Reverend Barber and I have come together today to raise up the voices of the labor movement, the civil rights movement and people of faith everywhere in defense of our democracy and for the triumph of hope over fear, and love over hate. Fifty-seven years ago today, Carole Rober...

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Celebrates 49th Birthday and Kicks Off Year-Long 50th Anniversary Celebration | site |



(December 2, 2019) - - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency published (today) the following information: WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) celebrates it’s 49th birthday and kicked off a year-long celebration leading up to the agency’s 50th anniversary on Dec. 2, 2020. “Since the agency’s inception under the leadership of the late Administrator William Ruckelshaus, EPA staff have worked tirelessly to clean up our air, water, and land for the American people,” said EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler. “Together, we have achieved significant milestones in support of our mission to protect human health and the environment. I look forward to celebrating EPA’s accomplishments over the coming year and continuing to build on our progress for future generations.” Born in the wake of elevated...

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Publishes 25th Anniversary Special Edition of Consumer Newsletter

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(August 3, 2018) - - FDIC Consumer News, the newsletter published quarterly by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation since the fall of 1993, is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a special expanded edition featuring updated versions of 25 of our more popular articles. A lot has changed in banking and financial services in the last 25 years. For example, the FDIC deposit insurance limit increased from $100,000 to $250,000 and consumers who used to bank at branches now enjoy internet banking at home and mobile banking by smartphone from virtually anywhere. Even so, many of the core concepts on matters such as saving, borrowing money, and avoiding fraud and theft remain generally the same. The new guide, entitled "25 Years of Tips You Can Bank On: Time-Tested Strategies ...

Civil War Trust Selected as Nonprofit Partner for the Commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the Founding of the United States

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Washington, DC - - (May 4, 2018) - - Today, the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) announced that the Civil War Trust has been selected as the nonprofit partner that will serve as Administrative Secretariat for the United States Semiquincentennial Commission. The Commission was established by an act of Congress in 2016 to coordinate and facilitate activities in 2026 to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The Civil War Trust was selected using a competitive process and will raise funds for the Commission’s work and prepare reports to Congress. A selection panel evaluated proposals from several organizations and recommended the Civil War Trust to the Secretary of the Interior, who made the final selection. “The Civi...

U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos Visits Howard University During Its 150th Anniversary

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Washington, DC - - (February 9, 2017) - - Newly confirmed U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos traveled to Howard University (Washington, DC) to meet with Howard University President Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick. Her meeting with President Frederick was followed by a meeting with Howard University student leaders. Acknowledging the apparently positive nature of the visit, Secretary DeVos observed, “It was a pleasure to meet with Howard University President Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick and several student leaders this morning. We had a robust discussion around the many challenges facing higher education and the important role of HBCUs. Howard University plays a unique and valuable role in the fabric of our higher education system, and I am honored to help celebrate i...