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from AP Top Political News At 5:39 a.m.
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Top US general meets tribes ahead of Afghan surge from AP Top International News At 5:48
a... by By JASON STRAZIUSO |
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Livestock
and Meat Trade Data from USDA Economic Research Service The Livestock and Meat Trade Data Set contains monthly and annual data for imports and exports of live cattle, hogs, sheep, and goats, as well as beef and veal, pork, lamb and mutton, chicken meat, turkey meat, and eggs. The tables report physical quantities, not dollar values or unit prices. Data on beef and veal, pork, and lamb and mutton are on a carcass-weight-equivalent basis. Breakdowns by country are included. |
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Aquaculture
Data from USDA Economic Research Service Aquaculture is the production of aquatic animals and plants under controlled conditions for all or part of their lifecycle. This data product provides statistics on domestically grown catfish and trout and U.S. imports and exports of fish and shellfish that may be products of aquaculture, such as salmon, shrimp, and oysters. |
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Indonesian president's party leads polls from CNN.com - World |
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Pakistan in UK anti-terror offer from CNN.com - World |
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FDA reverses ban on caregiver-administered painkiller from CBC | Ticker |
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Japanese leader unveils $150 billion stimulus plan FROM THE ASSOCIATED PRESS |
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Egypt offers Palestinian rivals new unity ideas from Reuters: International News |
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Kiplinger Says Reid Will Support Cuban ... by John McAuliff |
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Music Festivals Not Feeling Economic Pinch by Billboard - New York,NY,USA |
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Obama looking at cooling air to fight warming from AP Top Science News At 5:42 a.m. EST
by By SETH BORENSTEIN |
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Text
of Letter from the President to the Speaker of the House of Representatives We face a security situation in Afghanistan and Pakistan that demands urgent attention. The Taliban is resurgent and al Qaeda threatens America from its safe haven along the Afghan-Pakistan border. |
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President
Obama Announces Accelerated Purchase of 17,600 New American Vehicles
for Government Fleet Today, President Barack Obama announced that the General Services Administration (GSA) will accelerate its purchase of new cars for the government fleet by investing funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to buy about 17,600 new, fuel efficient vehicles produced by American auto companies by June 1, 2009. |
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President
Obama Signs Minnesota Major Disaster Declaration The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Minnesota and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms and flooding beginning on March 16, 2009, and continuing. |
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Vice
President Biden Announces $2.3 Billion in Recovery Act Funds
to Help Care for Children, Prevent Disease Vice President Joe Biden announced today that the Obama Administration will make $2.3 billion available for crucial health and human services programs that help to provide care for children and prevent disease. |
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White
House Releases Souvenir Easter Egg Design and Availability The White House today unveiled the 2009 Souvenir Easter Egg. This is the first time the egg design has been available to families prior to the annual White House Easter Egg Roll, to be held on Monday, April 13th. |
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Additional
Background Information on Mortgage Rates from the Council of
Economic Advisers The Administration’s home-ownership plan, along with actions taken by the Federal Reserve, has had a notable impact on mortgage rates and refinancing activity. This fact sheet summarizes mortgage rate and refinancing activity since the plan was announced on February 18. |
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President
Obama Announces the Creation of a Joint Virtual Lifetime Electronic
Record Today, the President, along with Secretary Gates and Secretary Shinseki, announced that the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs have taken the first step in creating a Joint Virtual Lifetime Electronic Record. |
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Background
On Housing Refinance Roundtable President Obama will host a roundtable discussion this morning in the Roosevelt Room about the impact of historically low interest rates. Attending the meeting will be a handful of households who have re-financed their homes and benefited from lower mortgage payments, as well as members of President Obama’s economic team. |
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Briefing
by White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs, 4/9/09 |
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Europe Revisited: A New Image, a New Role The President’s schedule has picked
back up today tackling issues from the mortgage crisis to veterans'
care, but was light on Wednesday -- and for good reason. |
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“The Care They Were Promised and the Benefits That They Have Earned” Days after visiting our troops in Iraq,
today the President unveiled a step to make sure that the gratitude
he expressed to them – and to all who served before them
– would not ring hollow. Before an audience of Wounded Warriors,
he began his remarks commending Specialist Jake Altman and Sergeant
Nathan Dewitt, two soldiers he met in Iraq who refused to let
severe injuries stand between them and returning to their units. |
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Women
in the White House My name is Jenny Yeager and I am the Special
Assistant to the Director of Public Liaison, Tina Tchen. That
means that I help her and our whole team with a wide variety
of events. Whether it’s organizing one of our complex Summits,
directly reaching out to constituents, meeting with our legal
team, or organizing special events in the White House, one thing’s
for sure, being a part of the Public Engagement team is never
dull! |
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VIDEO: Pres. Obama Remarks on Housing Refinancing from C-SPAN Recent Video Published: Thursday at 9:30am (ET) |
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VIDEO:
State Department Press Briefing (THURSDAY APRIL 9, 2009) Published: Thursday at 11am (ET) |
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VIDEO: Pres. Obama Remarks on Veterans Health Care from C-SPAN Recent Video Published: Thursday at 11:45am (ET) |
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VIDEO: Speech on "Guantanamo: Past, Present, and Future" from C-SPAN Recent Video Published: Thursday at 12am (ET) |
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VIDEO: Ruth Conniff, The Progressive, Political Editor from C-SPAN Recent Video Published: Thursday at 8:15am (ET) |
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VIDEO: V.P. Biden Economic Recovery Implementation Meeting from C-SPAN Recent Video Published: Thursday at 11:30am (ET) |
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VIDEO: NEC Director Larry Summers on the State of the Economy from C-SPAN Recent Video Published: Thursday at 12:30pm (ET) |
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VIDEO: Attorney General Eric Holder Remarks on Challenges Facing Justice Dept. from C-SPAN Recent Video Published: Thursday at 2pm (ET) |
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VIDEO: White House Briefing with Press Secretary Robert Gibbs (THURSDAY APRIL 09, 2009) from C-SPAN Recent Video Published: Thursday at 3pm (ET) |
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VIDEO: CSIS Discussion on NATO at 60 from C-SPAN Recent Video Published: Thursday at 5:30pm (ET) |
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Offers in Compromise for TTB.gov updated We have recently updated this information,
and it is now available. |
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Cms.hhs.gov- Mandatory Insurer Reporting for Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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4/8/2009
- Beneficiary Web Site Brings Tailored Info to You Tue, 07 Apr 2009 19:00:00 -0500 Posted by: Major General Elder Granger |
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U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) has issued the following news release The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Bureau
of Economic Analysis, through the Department of Commerce, announced
today that total February exports of $126.8 billion and imports
of $152.7 billion resulted in a goods and services deficit of
$26.0 billion, down from $36.2 billion in January, revised. |
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4/8/2009
- What Is JTF CapMed? Tue, 07 Apr 2009 19:00:00 -0500 Posted by: Vice Admiral John M. Mateczun |
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JTF
CapMed: Caring for Our Nation's Heroes Tue, 07 Apr 2009 19:00:00 -0500 A look at how the JTF CapMed command enables the MHS's mission to deliver world-class health care to our nation's heroes and their families. |
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The latest U. S. Import and Export Price
Indexes news release The U.S. Import Price Index rose 0.5 percent
in March. A 10.5 percent increase |
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Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report for the U.S. Department of Labor This information has recently been updated.
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New Statistics for the U.S. Department of Labor posted This information has recently been updated.
View the latest DOL statistics. |
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Economic Recovery updates for Federal Transit Administration updated This information has recently been updated
with Public Webinar: Transit Investments for Greenhouse Gas and
Energy Reduction (TIGGER) Program on April 14th from 3-4:30PM
ET, and is now available. |
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NEW VACANCIES at the U.S. Department of Labor posted This information has recently been updated.
The following is a summary of the recent job announcements. |
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VACANCY: NW9-1410-02-K1260698-DE LIBRARIAN, YA-1410-2 NAVY Navy Department Library is hiring a reference librarian: $49,354 - $113,007 per Annum, Announcement
Number: Shortcut to: |
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Atlanta Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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San Antonio Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Washington Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Napolitano's
Remarks on Funds for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program Thu, 09 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0500 Remarks by Department of Homeland Security Secretary Napolitano on the announcement of $100 Million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program on April 9, 2009. |
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Secretary
Napolitano's Remarks on FY 2009 Final Preparedness Grant Allocations Thu, 09 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0500 Remarks by Secretary Napolitano on Final Preparedness Grant Allocations for FY 2009, given April 9, 2009 at Union Station in Washington, D.C. |
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Immigration Statistics for U.S. Department of Homeland Security updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report for U.S. Department of Homeland Security This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Los Angeles Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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A
Different Kind of Courage Wed, 08 Apr 2009 19:00:00 -0500 |
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Drug
for Treatment of Moderate to Severe Psoriasis Withdrawn Wed, 08 Apr 2009 19:00:00 -0500 |
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Immigration Statistics -- Publications for U.S. Department of Homeland Security updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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NASA
Image of the Day: Mercury-Atlas 9 Thu, 09 Apr 2009 23:00:00 -0500 Technicians were performing pre-launch testing of the Mercury-Atlas 9 (MA9) on Launch Pad 14 at Cape Canaveral when this photo was taken on May 14, 1963.... |
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Obama
Announces Joint Virtual Lifetime Electronic Record Wed, 08 Apr 2009 19:00:00 -0500 |
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Military Medical Digest for Military Health System updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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National Infrastructure Advisory Council for U.S. Department of Homeland Security This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Denver Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Boston Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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San Antonio Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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U.S.
Department of State East Asia and the Pacific: Taiwan (04/09) Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:35:33 -0500 |
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Dallas Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Washington Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation posted This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Albuquerque Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Portland Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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New Attorney Vacancies for U.S. Department of Justice This page has recently been updated with
the following new vacancies: ATTORNEY-ADVISOR FEDERAL BUREAU OF PRISONS SOUTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE (CONSOLIDATED LEGAL CENTER) ATLANTA, GEORGIA GS-905-14 This position is open until filled, but no later than April 22, 2009. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR
UNITED STATES ATTORNEYS OFFICE OF THE LEGAL PROGRAMS AND POLICY
SUPERVISORY ATTORNEY ADVISOR, GS-0905-15 VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
NO: 09-EOUSA-39 Application materials
must be received by 11:59pm (Eastern Standard Time) on the closing
date April 22, 2009. |
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Cms.hhs.gov- Multimedia for Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) posted This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Issue Number: TT-2009-68 : Payment Options If you cannot pay the full amount of taxes
you owe by the April deadline, you should still file your return
by the deadline and pay as much as you can to avoid penalties
and interest. There are also alternative payment options to consider:
Links: |
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U.S.
Department of State Daily Appointments Schedule for April 10,
2009 April 10, 2009 |
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Interior Secretary Ken Salazar Announces Major Boating Grants for 11 States Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar today
announced more than $12.5 “Boating is one of our country’s
favorite pastimes, and the Boating Funding for the BIG program comes from
the Sport Fishing and Boating Trust Boating Infrastructure Grant funds are
used to construct, renovate and A panel of representatives from the Service,
as well as a committee from The Service received a total of 31 proposals
from 14 states for these California: The California Department of
Boating and Waterways, in The California Department of Boating and
Waterways, in cooperation with the Florida: The Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission, in Illinois: The Illinois Department of Natural
Resources, in cooperation with Maine: The Maine Department of Transportation,
in cooperation with Dolphin Mississippi: The Mississippi Department
of Marine Resources, in cooperation North Carolina: The North Carolina Department
of Environment and Natural The North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, in The North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, in Ohio: The Ohio Department of Natural Resources,
in cooperation with the Pennsylvania: The Pennsylvania Fish and
Boat Commission, in cooperation Texas: The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department,
in cooperation with the Virginia: The Virginia Department of Health,
in cooperation with the Town Washington: The State of Washington Recreation
and Conservation Office, in
The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service is working with others to
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Residents
Urged To Remain Flood Cautious Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:13:49 -0500 MOORHEAD, Minn. -- State and federal disaster officials urge Minnesota residents along the swollen Red River to remain vigilant as it prepares for a second crest within the next week. |
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U.S.
Department of State OIG Reports and Publications: OIG Releases
Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:48:27 -0500 |
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Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman for U.S. Department of Homeland Security This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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New articles have just been posted to the eWatermark website of the National Flood Insurance Program ead these articles and check out the new events, publications, and websites featured on the eWatermark website this month! Visit |
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OASP - International Labor Comparisons
Chartbook for United States Department of Labor The 2009 update of the U.S. Department of Labor's International Labor Comparisons Chartbook is now available for viewing and free download through the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Policy (OASP) Web site at http://www.dol.gov/asp/. The 2009 edition includes the most recent available data for more than 20 countries. |
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Supreme
Court Rules in Qualified Immunity Case Posted: 20 Jan 2009 04:00 PM PST If a drug dealer unwittingly invites an informant into his home for a drug deal, and that informant signals the police to come in and arrest the dealer, the officers can't be sued for violating the dealer's Fourth Amendment rights, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled. |
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Indonesians
Celebrate a Decade of Democracy Posted: 08 Apr 2009 05:00 PM PDT By ROBIN McDOWELL JAKARTA, Indonesia - Indonesians flooded polling stations across the sprawling island nation Thursday, capping a decade of democracy in a parliamentary election that will gauge the reform-minded president's chances of re-election. |
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U.S.
to Attend Group Nuclear Talks with Iran Posted: 08 Apr 2009 05:00 PM PDT By MATTHEW LEE WASHINGTON - The Obama administration said Wednesday it will participate directly in group talks with Iran over its suspect nuclear program, another significant shift from President George W. Bush's policy toward a nation he labeled part of an axis of evil. |
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Need More Time to File? Links: |
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FEMA
Temporary Housing Program Ending For Families Of Hurricanes Katrina
And Rita Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:59:00 -0500 NEW ORLEANS, La. -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is reminding applicants that the temporary housing program for families of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita ends on May 1, 2009. Applicants currently receiving FEMA temporary housing assistance will begin receiving their notifications informing them that they must vacate the housing unit by May 1, 2009. |
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U.S.
Department of State Co-Hosts the Australia-U.S. Ministerial Meeting
(AUSMIN) Secretary of State Benjamin Franklin Room Washington, DC April 9, 2009 |
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DOT News for Department of Transportation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Former Texas Department of Public Safety Trooper Arrested on Civil Rights Charges Thu, 09 Apr 2009 09:00:00 -0500 |
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Federal
Court Blocks Chicago Tax Preparation Firm from Claiming Improper
Tax Credits Thu, 09 Apr 2009 09:00:00 -0500 A federal court has barred a Chicago tax preparation firm, El Caminante, Inc. and its principal operator, Maria Colica, from preparing federal income tax returns claiming false tax credits. The company and Colica agreed to the injunction. The Government civil injunction complaint filed in the case alleged that Colica fraudulently claimed fuel tax credits for customers who were not entitled to them. |
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Licensing
Board to Hear Oral Argument April 20-21 in Levy Co. New Nuclear
Reactor Application |
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News & Updates from the FAA Homepage updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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VACANCY: NW9-1410-02-K1260698-DE LIBRARIAN, YA-1410 -2 U.S. DEPT OF THE NAVY The Navy Department Library is hiring a reference librarian: LIBRARIAN, YA-1410 -2, $49,354 - $113,007
per Annum, Announcement Number: Shortcut to: |
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U.S. Federal Aviation Administration updates A new speech, China/U.S.
Aviation Symposium, “Airports and the Environment”,
is now available. |
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Federal
Election Commission New Address for Senate Filers Secretary of the Senate |
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New Leadership Announcement for U.S. Department of Homeland Security This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Docket
No. FSIS-2005-0020 Final Rule: Petitions for Rulemaking |
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Dallas Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Press Releases for Transportation Security Administration (TSA) updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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FEMA
Aid to Kentucky Continues to Rise Thu, 09 Apr 2009 10:25:17 -0500 FRANKFORT, Ky. - More than $49 million worth of public works projects have now been approved in Kentucky to receive aid from the Federal Emergency Management Agency after last January's ice storm - and this is only the beginning. |
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Knoxville Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Washington Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Phoenix Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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IRS Offers Tax Payment Options Filing and Paying on Time Saves Money Taxpayers who can’t pay the full amount
would still benefit from filing their return and paying as much
as they can by April 15. Interest and failure-to-pay penalties
are due on any unpaid balance and increase the amount that the
taxpayer owes. Members of the military and some others serving in combat zones, or in support, can wait until after April 15 to file and pay. As a general rule, those eligible get the extra time penalty-free and interest-free without having to ask for it. Normally, the filing and payment deadline is postponed until 180 days after the service member leaves the combat zone. Electronic Options Some taxpayers who itemize may now deduct the convenience fee charged for paying individual income taxes with a credit or debit card as a miscellaneous itemized deduction. The deduction is subject to the 2 percent limit on Form 1040, Schedule A. Taxpayers may also pay any taxes owed by
check made out to the “United States Treasury” using
Form 1040-V, Payment Voucher, which must be included along with
the payment and tax return. Taxpayers who have already submitted
their tax return, but still need to pay all or some of their
taxes, may mail the check to the IRS with Form
1040-V. An installment agreement allows taxpayers to pay any remaining balance in monthly installments. Taxpayers who owe $25,000 or less may apply for a payment plan electronically, using the Online Payment Agreement application. Or they may attach Form 9465, Installment Agreement Request, to the front of their tax return. Taxpayers must show the amount of their proposed monthly payment and the date they wish to make their payment each month. The IRS charges $105 for setting up the agreement or $52 if the payments are deducted directly from the taxpayer’s bank account ($43 for qualified lower-income taxpayers). The IRS will automatically give taxpayers
the low income installment agreement fee if they qualify. The
taxpayer does not have to request it. Taxpayers are required
to pay interest plus a late payment penalty on the unpaid taxes
for each month or part of a month after the due date that the
tax is not paid. A taxpayer who does not file the return by the
due date — including extensions — may have to pay a
failure-to-file penalty. For more information about filing and paying
taxes, visit IRS.gov and choose 1040
Central or refer to the Form 1040
Instructions or IRS
Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax. Taxpayers can download
forms and publications from IRS.gov or request a free copy by
calling toll free 800-TAX-FORM (800-829-3676). |
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NRC
to Hold Public Meetings on April 16 in Brattleboro, Vt., to Discuss
Vermont Yankee Nuclear Plant Annual Assessment |
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APRIL 8, 2009 SolarWorld USA, a manufacturer in Camarillo,
Calif., exported photovoltaic solar modules for the construction
of five solar-energy projects at the Gochang Solar Park in Korea.
Ex-Im Bank is supporting the financing of this transaction with
long-term loan-guarantees totaling $61 million. |
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C-TPAT:
Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Thu, 09 Apr 2009 11:32:36 -0500 C-TPAT: Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism has been updated. |
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Radiation Protection News for U.S. Environmental Protection Agency updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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New
updates posted at emergency.CDC.gov Special earthquake training in Memphis, TN, on May 7-8, 2009! Disaster Medicine 201: Post-Earthquake Medical Challenges in the New Madrid Seismic Zone. This class is a big-picture overview of medical issues related to the earthquake threat in the New Madrid Seismic Zone. It was developed through the cooperation of CUSEC and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The class is presented with the invaluable assistance of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. The primary instructors are doctors with extensive backgrounds in emergency and disaster medicine. The class is intended for all medical personnel, including EMTs, paramedics, nurses, and doctors concerned with medical issues and operational concerns following an earthquake. Learn more >> |
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Biden
Announces $2.3 Billion in Recovery Act Funds to Help Care for
Children, Prevent Disease Thu, 09 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0500 Child Care and Vaccination Programs to Benefit from Recovery Act. |
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Eligible Foreign Establishments for USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service updated The Eligile Foreign Establishment List
for Mexico has been revised. This information has recently been
updated, and is now available. |
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CDC Reports Progress in Foodborne Illness
Prevention has Reached a Plateau >> learn
more |
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Export Information for USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service updated The Eligible Plant Lists for Australia
and Russia (poultry) have been revised. This information has
recently been updated. |
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Export Requirements for Meat & Poultry Products for USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service updated The export requirements for the following
countries have been revised: Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, and
Ecuador. This information has recently been updated. |
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VACANCY:
Supervisory Training Specialist, GS-1712-13 FEMA Thu, 09 Apr 2009 09:44:31 -0500 DE-09-270-SLC2 (Closing Date: Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EDT) |
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IC
2008 Employee Climate Survey: Summary of Results |
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ODNI
Releases 2008 IC Employee Climate Survey |
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FDA
Approves Coartem, New Malaria Treatment Drug |
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Tampa Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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San Francisco Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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AFFTC Technical Library Excess List #09-54 Excess List #09-54 Documents GAO/T-GGD-97-43 – Managing For Results Using GPRA to Assist Congressional & Executive Branch Decisionmaking, Feb 1997 GAO/T-GGD-97-114 – Paperwork Reduction Governmentwide Goals Unlikely To Be Met, Jun 1997 GAO/T-GGD-98-66 – Managing For Results Observations on Agencies’ Strategic Plans, Feb 1998 GAO/T-GGD-98-84 – Decennial Census Preparations for Dress Rehearsal Underscore the Challenges for 2000, Mar 1998 GAO/T-GGD-98-88 – Public Service Veterans’ Preference in Hiring & Reductions-in-Force, Mar 1998 GAO/T-GGD-98-91 – Statistical Agencies Proposed Consolidation & Data Sharing Legislation, Mar 1998 GAO/T-GGD-98-123 – IRS’ Year 2000 Efforts Status & Risks, May 1998 GAO/T-GGD-99-151 – Management Reform Using the Results Act & Quality Management to Improve Federal Performance, Jul 1999 GAO/T-GGD-00-24 – National Archives the Challenge of Electronic Records Management, Oct 1999 GAO/T-GGD/AIMD-97-144 – Managing For Results the Statutory Framework for Improving Federal Management & Effectiveness, Jun 1997 GAO/T-GGD/AIMD-99-65 – Government Management Observations on OMB’s Management Leadership Efforts, Feb 1999 GAO/T-HEHS-96-100 – Defense Health Care TRICARE Processing, but Some Cost & Performance Issues Remain, Mar 1996 GAO/T-HEHS-96-102 – Scientific Research Continued Vigilance Critical to Protecting Human Subjects, Mar 1996 GAO/T-HEHS-96-134 – VA Health Care Efforts to Improve Veterans’ Access to Primary Care Services, Apr 1996 GAO/T-HEHS-97-97 – Department of Veterans Affairs Programmatic & Management Challenges Facing the Department, Mar 1997 GAO/T-HEHS-98-81 – Arlington National Cemetery Authority, Process, & Criteria for Burial Waivers, Jan 1998 GAO/T-HR-97-22 – High-Risk Areas Update on Progress & Remaining Challenges, Feb 1997 GAO/T-NSIAD-94-124 – Acquisition Reform Role of Test & Evaluation in System Acquisition Should Not Be Weakened, Mar 1994 GAO/T-NSIAD-96-78 – Former Soviet Union Assessment of U.S. Bilateral Programs, Dec 1995 GAO/T-NSIAD-96-116 – Earth Observing System Cost & Research Issues, Mar 1996 GAO/T-NSIAD-96-117 – Federally Funded R&D Centers Observations on DOD Actions To Improve Management, Mar 1996 GAO/T-NSIAD-96-123 – Chemical & Biological Defense Emphasis Remains Insufficient to Resolve Continuing Problems, Mar 1996 GAO/T-NSIAD-96-130 – DOD Reserve Components Issues Pertaining to Readiness, Mar 1996 GAO/T-NSIAD-96-137 – C-17 Aircraft Comments on Air Force Request for Approval of Multiyear Procurement Authority, Mar 1996 Carol Lahoski AFFTC Technical Library 812 TSS/ENTL 307 E. Popson Ave Bldg 1400, Rm 110 Edwards AFB, CA 93524-6630 661 277-3606 Email: carol.lahoski@edwards.af.mil |
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Los Angeles Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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San Diego Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Philadelphia Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Kansas City Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Detroit Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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AFFTC Technical Library Excess List #09-53 Excess List #09-53 Documents GAO/NSIAD-99-46 – DOD Competitive Sourcing Questions About Goals, Pace, & Risks of Key Reform Initiative, Feb 1999 GAO/NSIAD-99-50 – Defense Acquisitions DOD Efforts to Develop Laser Weapons for Theater Defense, Mar 1999 GAO/NSIAD-99-56 – Defense Infrastructure Funding Risks in Services’ 1999 Central Training Programs, Feb 1999 GAO/NSIAD-99-57 – Army Ranger Training final Assessment of Improvements Mandated By 1996 National Defense Authorization Act, Feb 1999 GAO/NDIAD-99-60 – Defense Inventory Status of Inventory & Purchases & Their Relationship to Current Needs, Apr 1999 GAO/NSIAD-99-66 – Future Years Defense Program How Savings From Reform Initiatives Affect DOD’s 1999-2003 Program, Feb 1999 GAO/NSIAD-99-68 – Cruise Missile Defense Progress Made but Significant challenges Remain, Mar 1999 GAO/NSIAD-99-69 – Military Operations Impact of Operations Other Than War on the Services Varies, May 1999 GAO/NSIAD-99-73 – Force Structure A-76 Not Applicable to Air Force 38th engineering Installation Wing Plan, Feb 1999 GAO/NSIAD-99-87 – Defense Reform Initiative Organization, Status, & Challenges, Apr 1999 GAO/NSIAD-99-97 – Defense Acquisitions Achieving B-2A Bomber Operational Requirements, Jun 1999 GAO/NSIAD-99-105 – Defense Acquisitions Reduced Threat Not Reflected in Antiarmor Weapon Acquisitions, Jul 1999 GAO/NSIAD-99-131 – DOD Contract Management Greater Attention Needed to Identify & Recover Overpayments, Jul 1999 (2 copies) GAO/NSIAD-99-137 – Defense Acquisitions Reduced Operational Effectiveness of Joint Standoff Weapon, Aug 1999 GAO/NSIAD-99-147 – Air Force Logistics C-17 Support Plan Does Not Adequately Address Key Issues, Jul 1999 GAO/NSIAD-99-149 – Military Base Closures Potential to Offset Fiscal Year 2000 Budget Request, Jul 1999 GAO/NSIAD-99-152 – DOD competitive Sourcing Lessons Learned System Could Enhance A-76 Study Process, Jul 1999 GAO/T-AIMD-99-268 – Year 2000 Computing Challenge Readiness Improving Yet Essential Actions Remain to Ensure Delivery of Critical Services, Aug 1999 GAO/T-AIMD/NSIAD-99-145 – DOD Financial Management More Reliable Information Key to Assuring Accountability & Managing Defense Operations More Efficiently, Apr 1999 GAO/T-AIMD/OCE-98-83 – Budget Issues Long-Term Fiscal Outlook, Feb 1998 GAO/T-GGD-95-164 – Federal Downsizing Observations on Agencies’ Implementation of the Buyout Authority, May 1995 GAO/T-GGD-95-172 – Overview of Federal Retirement Programs, May 1998 GAO/T-GGD-96-31 – Civil Service Reform Changing Times Demand New Approaches, Oct 1995 GAO/T-GGD-96-93 – Government Statistics Proposal to Form a Federal Statistical Service, Mar 1996 GAO/T-GGD-96-104 – Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms Issues Related to Use of Force, Dealer Licensing, & Data Restrictions, Apr 1996 GAO/T-GGD-95-110 – Federal Employee Redress a System in Need of Reform, Apr 1996 Carol Lahoski AFFTC Technical Library 812 TSS/ENTL 306 E. Popson Ave, Bldg 1400, Rm 110 Edwards AFB, CA 93524-3360 661 277-3606 Email: carol.lahoski@edwards.af.mil |
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AFFTC Technical Library Excess List #09-55 Excess List #09-55 Documents GAO/T-NSIAD-96-195 – State Department Millions of Dollars Could Be Generated by Selling Unneeded Overseas Real Estate, Jun 1996 GAO/T-NSIAD-96-238 – NASA Facilities Challenges to Achieving Reductions & Efficiencies, Sep 1996 GAO/T-NSIAD-96-240 – Drug Control U.S. Heroin Control Efforts in Southeast Asia, Sep 1996 GAO/T-NSIAD-96-245 – Nuclear Weapons Russia’s Request for the Export of U.S. Computers for Stockpile Maintenance, Sep 1996 GAO/T-NSIAD-97-102 – Military Attrition Better Screening of Enlisted Personnel Could Save DOD Millions of Dollars, Mar 1007 GAO/T-NSIAD-97-103 – Defense Aircraft Investments Major Program Commitments Based on Optimistic Budget Projections, Mar 1997 GAO/T-NSIAD-97-105 – Combat Air Power Joint Mission Assessments Could Enhance Investment Decisions, Mar 1997 GAO/T-NSIAD-97-107 – Military Readiness Improvements Still Needed in Assessing Military Readiness, Mar 1997 GAO/T-NSIAD-97-109 – Defense Inventory Management Problems, Progress, & Additional Actions Needed, Mar 1997 GAO/T-NSIAD-97-110 – Defense Outsourcing Challenges Facing DOD as It Attempts to Save Billions in Infrastructure Costs, Mar 1997 GAO/T-NSIAD-97-111 – Defense Depot Maintenance Uncertainties & Challenges DOD Faces in Restructuring Its Depot Maintenance Program, Mar 1997 GAO/T-NSIAD-97-112 – Defense Depot Maintenance Uncertainties & Challenges DOD Faces in Restructuring Its Depot Maintenance Program GAO/T-NSIAD-97-120 – Military Attrition Better Screening of Enlisted Personnel Could Save Millions of Dollars, Mar 1997 GAO/T-NSIAD-97-122 – General & Flag Officers DOD’s Draft Study Needs Adjustments, Apr 1997 GAO/T-NSIAD-97-138 – Unmanned Aerial Vehicles DOD’s Acquisition Efforts, Apr 1997 GAO/T-NSIAD-97-140 – Defense Acquisition Organizations Linking Workforce Reductions With Better Program Outcomes, Apr 1997 GAO/T-NSIAD-97-177 – Space Station Cost Control Problems Continue to Worsen, Jun 1997 GAP/T-NSIAD-97-187 – 1997 Defense Reform Bill Observations on H.R. 1778, Jun 1997 GAO/T-NSIAD-98-44 – Combating Terrorism Efforts to Protect U.S. Forces in Turkey the Middle East, Oct 1997 GAO/T-NSIAD-98-83 – Chemical & Biological Defense Observations on DOD’s Plans To Protect U.S. Forces, Mar 1998 GAO/T-NSIAD-98-109 – Military Attrition DOD Needs to Better Understand Reasons for Separation & Improve Recruiting Systems, Mar 1998 GAO/T-NSIAD-98-115 – Defense Infrastructure challenges Facing DOD in Implementing Reform Initiatives, Ma 1998 GAO/T-NSIAD-98-117 – Military Attrition DOD Needs to Better Analyze Reasons for Separation & Improve Recruiting Systems, Mar 1998 Carol Lahoski AFFTC Technical Library 812 TSS/ENTL 307 E. Popson Ave Bldg 1400, Rm 110 Edwards AFB, CA 93524-6630 661 277-3606 Email: carol.lahoski@edwards.af.mil |
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CBP
Reminds Public: Imported Cascarones, Other Agricultural Items
are Prohibited from Entry as Consumer Safety Risk Thu, 09 Apr 2009 11:32:36 -0500 Laredo, Texas - As the Easter holiday approaches, U.S. Customs and Border Protection is advising the traveling public along the U.S.-Mexico border that cascarones (confetti-filled egg shells) and other agricultural items are prohibited from entry to the U. (more) |
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Los
Angeles CBP Stops Infectious Citrus Tree Pest Thu, 09 Apr 2009 11:32:36 -0500 Los Angeles - A U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialist intercepted insects known to be carriers of a bacteria deadly to citrus trees.On March 25, a CBP agriculture specialist while inspecting passengers arriving from India at Los Angeles International airport encountered a passenger with fresh curry leaves. (more) |
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Buffalo
CBP Advises Travelers to Prepare for Busy Holiday Weekend Thu, 09 Apr 2009 11:32:36 -0500 Buffalo, N.Y. - U.S. Customs and Border Protection is reminding travelers planning trips across the border into the United States to make sure they have the proper documents and to anticipate periods of heavy traffic this weekend in conjunction with the Easter holiday observance. (more) |
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VACANCY: Librarian (Systems)- GS-13 at the National Agricultural Library The National Agricultural Library is looking
for a systems librarian to work in our Acquisitions & Collection
development branch. This individual will have the prime responsibility
for integrating the Voyager ILS application into our Acquisitions
workflow. The individual should be skilled in developing SQL
queries into relational databases in an ILS system. They should
also have a firm understanding of library acquisitions concepts
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Department of Energy and Commercial Real
Estate Executives Launch Alliance to Reduce Energy Consumption
of Buildings WASHINGTON, D.C. – Top executives from 19 commercial real estate companies met with U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) officials in New York City today to discuss plans to dramatically reduce the sector’s energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. The meeting officially launched DOE’s Commercial Real Estate Energy Alliance (CREEA), a partnership of commercial real estate owners and operators who have volunteered to work together with DOE to make lasting change in the energy consumption of commercial real estate buildings in the United States. Currently, commercial buildings account for 18 percent of the nation’s energy consumption and carbon dioxide emissions. “The deployment of new energy efficient technologies and adoption by both public and private sectors are vital to achieving substantial change in building energy use throughout the U.S.,” said Scott Hine, acting program manager of DOE’s Building Technologies Program. “This collaboration will help speed the adoption of high-performance, energy-efficient buildings by the commercial real estate sector.” CREEA links building owners and operators with applicable research and technologies being developed at DOE’s National Laboratories. It is the second energy alliance launched by the Department of Energy in the commercial buildings sector. The Retailer Energy Alliance, with members such as Walmart, Target and Macy’s, was launched in 2008. These commercial energy alliances serve as national forums to share best practices and practical experiences in energy efficiency. For instance, the Retailer Energy Alliance has held two supplier summits where building owners, operators, and suppliers worked on solutions for achieving dramatic energy reductions. The alliances also serve as a collective buying voice for the industry to encourage building material suppliers to create more energy efficient equipment. CREEA and the Retailer Energy Alliance are part of the Department’s Net-Zero Energy Commercial Building Initiative (CBI), which aims to achieve market-ready, zero-energy commercial buildings by 2025. CBI also includes a National Laboratory Collaborative on building technologies, concentrating the efforts of five National Laboratories on the Net-Zero energy goal, and the Commercial Building National Accounts, which conducts cost-shared research, development and deployment for new building technologies among major national companies. The CREEA Steering Committee has been instrumental in setting the direction and goals of the alliance; it includes executives from CB Richard Ellis, Cushman & Wakefield, Grubb & Ellis, Hilton Hotels Corporation, Jones Lang LaSalle, MGM Mirage, Transwestern, U.S. General Services Administration, USAA Real Estate Company, The Walt Disney Company, Wyndham Hotel and Resorts, American Hotel and Lodging Association, American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Building Owners and Managers Association, Illuminating Engineering Society of North America, International Council of Shopping Centers, National Association of Industrial and Office Properties, and the Real Estate Roundtable. -DOE- |
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Issue Number: RP-2009-24 Revenue Procedure 2009-24
provides the depreciation deduction limitations for owners of
passenger automobiles first placed in service during calendar
year 2009 and amounts to be included in income by lessees of
passenger automobiles first leased during calendar year 2009.
The revenue procedure includes tables detailing these depreciation
limitations and lessee inclusion amounts that reflect the automobile
price inflation adjustments required by § 280F(d)(7) of
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AFFTC Technical Library Excess List #09-56 Excess List #09-56 Documents GAO/T-NSIAD-98-123 – Defense Acquisition Improved Program Outcomes Are Possible, Mar 1998 GAO/T-NSIAD-98-124 – Military Readiness Congress Needs Better Tools for Effective Oversight, Mar 1998 GAO/T-NSIAD-98-126 – Military Readiness Observations on Personnel Readiness in Later Deploying Army Divisions, Mar 1998 GAO/T-NSIAD-98-137 – F-22 Aircraft Progress of the Engineering & Manufacturing Development Program, Mar 1998 GAO/T-NSIAD-99-16 – Combating Terrorism Observations on Nunn-Lugar-Domenici Domestic Preparedness Program, Oct 1998 GAO/T-NSIAD-99-80 – Military Attrition DOD Needs to Follow Through on Actions Initiated to Reduce Early Separations, Feb 1999 GAO/T-NSIAD-99-243 – Space Transportation Progress of the X-33 Reusable Launch Vehicle Program, Sep 1999 GAO/T-NSIAD/AIMD-98-122 – Defense Management Challenges Facing DOD in Implementing Defense Reform Initiatives, Mar 1998 GAO/T-NSIAD/RCED-96-118 – Nuclear Nonproliferation U.S. Efforts to Help Newly Independent States Improve Their Nuclear Material controls, Mar 1996 GAO/T-OCG-99-22 – Fiscal Year 2000 Budget Request for the U.S. General Accounting Office, Feb 1999 GAO/T-OSI-95-11 – Operation Desert Storm Investigation of a U.S. Army Fratricide Incident, Jun 1995 GAO/T-RCED-96-86 – Airport Improvement Program State Block Grant Pilot Program Is a Success, Mar 1996 GAO/T-RCED-96-87 – Environmental Protection: Status of EPA’s Initiatives to Create a New Partnership With States, Feb, 1996 GAO/T-RCED-96-93 – Federal Research Interim Assessment of the Small Business Innovation Research & Technology Transfer Programs, Mar 1996 GAO/T-RCED-96-94 – Airport Improvement Program Military Airport Program & Reliever Set-Aside Update, Mar 1996 GAO/T-RCED-96-99 – Health & Safety Environmental Oversight of Classified Federal Research, Mar 1996 GAO/T-RCED-96-100 – Nuclear Weapons Status of DOE’s Nuclear Stockpile Surveillance Program, Mar 1996 GAO/T-RCED-96-104 – Federal Lands Information on the Acreage, Management, & Use of Federal & Other Lands, Mar 1996 GAO/T-RCED-96-107 – Environmental Protection Assessing EPA’s Progress in Paperwork Reduction, Mar 1996 GAO/T-RCED-96-129 – Marine Safety Current Status of the VTS 2000 Program & Key Stakeholders’ Views on It, Apr 1996 GAO/T-RCED-95-81 – Aviation Safety FAA Can Be More Proactive in Promoting Aviation Safety, Jan 1995 GAO/T-RCED-95-170 – International Aviation Better Data on code-Sharing Needed by DOT for Monitoring & Decisionmaking, May 1995 Carol Lahoski AFFTC Technical Library 812 TSS/ENTL 307 E. Popson Ave Bldg 1400, Rm 110 Edwards AFB, CA 93524-6630 661 277-3606 Email: carol.lahoski@edwards.af.mil |
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College Democrats of Florida Internships Hey everyone, I apologize for taking so long to send out internship opportunities. I recently moved and accepted a new job so my life has been very busy. ~Amanda California Democrat Ellen O. Tauscher (CA-10) seeks a part-time to full-time intern to start immediately. Intern responsibilities include answering phones, leading tours of the Capitol, opening and sorting mail and faxes, potential to assist with drafting constituent correspondence, and assisting legislative staff with special projects as necessary. Interns will be often asked to attend committee hearings and report back to staff. Applicant should be a self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills who is eager to take on additional responsibility. California ties are a plus. This position provides exposure to the legislative process while developing a strong understanding of how a Congressional office operates. Please send a resume, cover letter and brief writing sample to eotresumes@gmail.com.
Become a summer intern at Shaw, Bransford, Veilleux & Roth and gain valuable experience in the field of government relations. This is a unique opportunity to work at a law firm and be on the front lines of government relations with Congress. Learn first hand about the policies and issues affecting the federal government, specifically Senior Executives. This is your chance to gain experience on Capitol Hill.
About Shaw, Bransford, Veilleux & Roth
– Shaw, Bransford, Veilleux & Roth, PC is a boutique
law firm practicing federal The legislative intern will assist Mr.
Bransford in his Research federal employee issues. To apply: Please email resume and cover letter to Jenny Mattingley – jmattingley@shawbransford.com.
Rep. Dina Titus, D-Nevada, seeks full-time, unpaid summer interns in her Washington, D.C. office. The intern will have the opportunity to work closely with the administrative, legislative, and communications staff. Duties will include sorting mail, drafting constituent letters, attending legislative briefings, assisting with press clips and press releases, arranging and conducting constituent tours, and assisting with administrative tasks. Nevada ties a plus. Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to titus.internship@gmail.com. No phone calls or drop-ins please.
A small democratic fundraising firm is
seeking a detail oriented and motivated self starter to assist
us with our fast growing client list. This firm works with several
incumbent members of Congress and
Congressman Dan Maffei (D-New York) seeks full and part time spring interns to work in his fast-paced, team-oriented Washington, D.C. office. Interns assist staff with constituent services, administrative tasks, public policy research, and more. Applicants must have strong written and oral communication skills. Ideal candidates can work three or more days a week. We accept students receiving school credit as well as graduates seeking work experience. New York ties a plus, but not required. Please email cover letter and resume to maffeiny25@gmail.com, Attn: Intern Coordinator.
Campus Progress Writing Fellowship Campus Progress is currently looking for its first-ever writing fellow. The fellow will be responsible for writing/creating at least one piece a week, attending our weekly editorial meetings (in person or over the phone), and executing other various editorial and organizational tasks. The writing fellow will be asked to create written and multimedia pieces for our website. He or she will be required to work on at least two in-depth reported features during his/her time at Campus Progress. After completing the program, fellows should have developed the clips, experience, and relationships to launch a career in journalism. The ideal candidate will be able to spend at least one day a week in our Washington, D.C. office (but this is not mandatory) and will have some experience working and/or interning at a college or professional publication. He or she should be self motivated, eager to report stories, and comfortable working at a rapidly changing new-media outlet. Because this position is new, the candidate should be flexible and open to direction and change. The fellow will be asked to make a one-year commitment. He or she will receive a $6,000 stipend over the course of the year for his/her work. Because this is a part-time, contract position, hours will be very flexible. To apply, please send resume and clips to Rob Anderson at randerson@americanprogress.org. Please also answer the following questions: -What interests you about this opportunity? (500 words max) -Why are you uniquely qualified for this position? (500 words max) -Please provide three ideas for long-form
reported pieces for our website. For each, please explain how
your idea is new/important, who you would interview, and why
you believe this would interest Campus Progress’ audience. |
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Atlanta Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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FAA Aviation Safety Draft Documents Open for Comment for U.S. Federal Aviation Administration This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Airport
Improvement Program Grant/Apportionment Data page on the FAA
website has been updated FY 2009 Cumulative Approved American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Grants (3-16-09 through 4-9-09) |
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Updated
CMS Quarterly Provider Update (QPU) -- 04/03/2009 Thu, 09 Apr 2009 11:12:00 -0500 Date: 04/09/2009 Subject: Updated CMS Quarterly Provider Update (QPU) -- 04/03/2009 Content: The CMS Quarterly Provider Update (QPU) was updated on 04/03/2009 to include recently published instruction(s) and/or regulation(s). Please view the April 2009 QPU What's New Page at http://www.cms.hhs.gov/QuarterlyProviderUpdates/02_WhatsNew.asp for more details. |
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St. Louis Top Stories for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Washington
Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated, and is now available. |
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Federal
Register Notices for CFTC.gov The following Public Information Collection Requirements has been published: CITATION# 74 FR 16187 Summary: The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), 44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq., Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of an existing collection of information, and to allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on rules relating to review of National Futures Association decisions in disciplinary, membership denial, registration, and member responsibility actions. |
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Democratic Party of Wisconsin Releases New TV Ad The Democratic Party of Wisconsin today
released a new TV ad, “Flip-Flop Scott”, to expose
Scott Walker’s numerous flip-flops on accepting stimulus
money. |
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USDA
CONSUMER ALERT: Keeping Food Safe During an Emergency Thu, 09 Apr 2009 13:56:00 -0500 The U.S. Department of Agriculture is again providing recommendations to the regions anticipating flooding in Minnesota and North Dakota. USDA is hopeful that this information will help minimize the potential for foodborne illnesses due to power outages and other problems that are often associated with severe weather events. |
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Secretary
Napolitano Announces $100 Million in ARRA Funds for Emergency
Food and Shelter Program Thu, 09 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0500 Secretary Napolitano announced April 9 $100 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP), provided through a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant. |
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HHS.gov News for U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Recall Case Archive for USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service This information has recently been updated.
Case 006-2009, California Firm Recalls Chicken Bouillon Products
Imported From an Unapproved Source, has been moved to the archive.
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Recent
Press Releases for CFTC.gov The following Enforcement press release has been published: Press Release# 5644-09, William D. Perkins of St. George, Utah Ordered to Pay More Than $2 Million in Sanctions in CFTC Ponzi Scheme Action, April 9, 2009 See the CFTC News Room for the latest news and events or News Room Archives for previous releases. |
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Open FSIS Recall Cases Retail List for USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service updated Updated information is now available. A
list of retail consignees for recall 015-2009, California Firm
Recalls Frozen Chicken Products for Possible Salmonella Contamination,
has been posted. |
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Genomics & Health Weekly Update for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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New
Enforcement Actions for CFTC.gov The following enforcement action has been released: William D. Perkins Ordered to Pay More Than $2 Million in Sanctions in CFTC Ponzi Scheme Action: William D. Perkins CFTC Press Release 5644-09 provides further details on this action. |
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Cotton-on-Call
for CFTC.gov updated The Cotton On-Call Report # 14 is now available. See previous weeks in Historical Cotton On-Call Reports. |
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Nuclear
Regulatory Commission Honors Employees on April 9 in Rockville,
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James Carville: DC, LA, or NYC? I knew it was going to take an extraordinary effort to help pay off Hillary Clinton's campaign debt. But now, I think we can do it and have some fun at the same time! I won't spend a lot of time trying to convince you to help Hillary. I know what she means to you, and I'm sure you know how important it is for her to have her campaign pay off all its obligations. So let's get to the fun part -- enter today to win one of three truly once in a lifetime opportunities and you will also be doing something great to help finish off Hillary's debt. With a contribution today, one of these exclusive prizes could be yours: Spend a day with President Clinton. Head to New York City to attend several interesting events with President Clinton followed by your own special New York City weekend. Attend the American Idol season finale. You and a guest will watch live as the American Idol judges make their final comments and decisions on this year's most anticipated season finale! Want to talk politics with me? How about
a spending a weekend in DC. You will have lunch with me and my
great friend Paul Begala. We will talk about politics, you will
get to tour all the amazing sites DC has to offer and who knows
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US-CERT Current Activity: Microsoft Releases Advance Notification for April Security Bulletin Original release date: April 9, 2009 at
1:36 pm Microsoft has issued a Security Bulletin
Advance Notification US-CERT will provide additional information as it becomes available. Relevant Url(s): ==== |
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Omaha Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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New Orleans Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Springfield Press Releases for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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During
a Receding Flood: Don't Pump Out Basements Too Early Or Too Fast Tue, 07 Apr 2009 18:18:07 -0500 MOORHEAD, Minn. -- Emergency management officials in North Dakota and Minnesota are urging residents with basements flooded by the recent storms to use caution when pumping them out. Removing all of the water at once may cause serious structural damage to the house. |
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April 9, 2009 USAF Manpower, Personnel and Services News: Developmental education application deadlines set RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, TEXAS – Civilians and officers considering intermediate or senior developmental education in Academic Year 2010 - 2011 have until May 1 and May 6, respectively, to submit their applications for consideration by the selection board. Officers apply using a Web-based application, while civilians submit their applications using the Air Force Form 4059. Line officers as well as chaplain and medical service officers may apply for up to five IDE/SDE programs using the pull-down menus on the Air Force’s Web-based 3849 form. The form is available for eligible officers and senior raters on the Air Force e-publishing site. Officers must be nominated by their senior rater to compete at the functional developmental team and the Developmental Education Designation Board levels. Nominees must also ensure their Airman Development Plan is current. Civilians are nominated by their local leadership through their chain of command. After members of the Air Force Personnel Center’s force development branch receive the applications they forward them to the appropriate functional developmental teams so they can rank the nominees and validate the programs they should attend. Both military and civilian designees from the Developmental Education Designation Board will be announced this October. Of note, the civilian senior development education program titled the Defense Senior Leader Development Program, is accepting nominations for 2010 and 2011. Individuals must indicate on their application form which academic year they are applying for. For more information, visit AFPC’s “Ask” Web site and type either “IDE,” “SDE” or “CDE” in the search function. -- 30 -- |
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Headlines for a related item for Federal Bureau of Investigation updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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USCIS.gov Home Page for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services updated This information has recently been updated:
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(202) 586-4940 Thursday, April 9, 2009 Energy Secretary to Deliver Remarks
on the Role of Nuclear Security Labs in Meeting National Challenges Who: U.S. Secretary of Energy Steven Chu
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Gulf
Coast Recovery Office Realignment Thu, 09 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0500 Secretary Napolitano announced that the Gulf Coast Recovery Office will be dissolved as part of her ongoing effort to improve and streamline Gulf Coast recovery efforts. The Louisiana Transitional Recovery Office will assume operations. |
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Homeland
Security Deputy Secretary Lute to Travel to New York and Canada Thu, 09 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0500 Statement from U.S. Department of Homeland Security Press Secretary Sara Kuban on April 9, 2009 on Deputy Secretary Lute's upcoming trip to New York and Canada. |
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Economic Recovery Act of 2009 for U.S. Department of Homeland Security updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. Added link to press release: Secretary
Napolitano Announces $100 Million in ARRA Funds for Emergency
Food and Shelter Program |
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U.S.
Department of State Australia-United States Ministerial Consultations
2009 Joint Communiqué Office of the Spokesman Washington, DC April 9, 2009 |
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Phoenix
Auto Parts Retailer Executives Charged With Earnings Manipulation
Scheme Wed, 08 Apr 2009 19:13:34 -0500 Two former senior executives of CSK Auto Corp. (CSK) have been charged in a 31-count indictment for a scheme to manipulate the company’s reported earnings. |
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Federal Election Commission Advisory Opinion Requests Draft Advisory Opinions is now available: Draft Advisory Opinion 2009-02, The Patriot Patriot Network, LLC, http://saos.nictusa.com/aodocs/1058789.pdf Draft Advisory Opinion 2009-03, IntercontinentalExchange,
Inc., http://saos.nictusa.com/aodocs/1058790.pdf
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VA - Survivors' Payments - Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Idaho Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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VA - Health Care - Readjustment Counseling (Vet Centers) for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Massachusetts MassHealth (Medicaid) for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Utah Food Stamp Program for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Federal
Aid Programs For Minnesota Aid Recovery Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:20:31 -0500 Following is a summary of key federal aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President Obamas major aid declaration issued for Minnesota. |
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Massachusetts Summer Food Service for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Michigan Child Health Insurance Program for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Wisconsin BadgerCare (SCHIP) for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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NASA
Johnson Safety and Mission Assurance Contract Extended Wed, 08 Apr 2009 23:00:00 -0500 NASA has exercised a $58 million, one-year extension option for a contract with Science Applications International Corporation of Houston to provide support to safety and mission assurance activities at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston. |
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U.S.
Department of State : Daily Press Briefing - April 9 Acting Department Spokesman April 9, 2009 |
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Wyoming Medicaid for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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DoD
Contracts for April 09, 2009 Thu, 09 Apr 2009 17:01:00 -0500 |
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Certified Development Company (504) Loan Program for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Massachusetts Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Services for Persons Living with HIV/AIDS (Ryan White CARE Act) for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Indian Health Service Loan Repayment Program for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Indiana Unemployment Insurance for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Michigan Special Milk Program for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Prevention of Hemophilia Complications for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Florida Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Georgia Regular Home Energy Assistance Program for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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The Homepage for GovBenefits.gov has been updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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NRC
RIS 2009-04 (ML083470557) |
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Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP) for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Ohio Weatherization Assistance Program for GovBenefits.gov This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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C-SPAN Daily Alert: Programming Information
for Fri. 4/10, 2009 C-SPAN Highlights Tonight: Tomorrow: Tonight: Tomorrow: ********************************************************************** Tonight: Tomorrow: ********************************************************************** Tonight: Tomorrow: * C-SPAN Political Programming - Sunday
on C-SPAN at 6:30pm ET * Marriott International Chairman &
CEO J.W. Marriott, Jr. * Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates plans to brief Congressional leaders Monday on a “fundamental shift” in defense spending and priorities, his spokesman said Friday. The fiscal 2010 funding choices...- Full Story at http://www.c-span.org/capitolspotlight * Of the 49 Democrats from McCain-voting
districts, who represents the most pro-McCain district? - Answer
at http://www.c-span.org/capitolspotlight |
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News & Press Releases for GovBenefits.gov updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Research - Current International Public Transit Tenders for Federal Transit Administration updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Six
Former Executives of California Valve Company Charged in $46
Million Foreign Bribery Conspiracy Wed, 08 Apr 2009 09:00:00 -0500 Six former executives of an Orange County, Calif.-based valve company were charged today in connection with a conspiracy to secure contracts by paying bribes to officials of foreign state-owned companies as well as officers and employees of foreign and domestic private companies. The contracts resulted in net profits to the company of approximately $46.5 million. According to the indictment, the defendants allegedly engaged in a bribery conspiracy from approximately 1998 through 2007. |
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04/09/2009 - The Bureau of Industry and
Security (BIS) has signed an order making Temporary Denial of
Export Privileges Applicable to Related Persons for 180 days
effective 04/08/09. In the Matter of: Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines, Tadbir Sanaat Sharif Technology Development Center, Icarus Marine (Pty) Ltd., The Assistant Secretary shall amend the TDO by adding those related persons to the TDO. The following Respondents are added: Starry Shine International Limited, Ghasem Nabipour, Ahmad Sarkandi, Shawn Hugo de Villers, Gunther Migeotte and Icarus Design AS. THIS NOTICE WILL BE PUBLISHED IN THE FEDERAL REGISTER. Please visit http://www.bis.doc.gov/dpl/ for more information. |
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Los
Angeles CBP Donates 351 TVs to Charity Thu, 09 Apr 2009 16:32:47 -0500 Los Angeles - U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Los Angeles donated 351 television/DVD combo units to Shelter Partnership, Inc., in Los Angeles, a non-profit charity organization. The donation has an estimated domestic value of $41,142 and a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $63,828. (more) |
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U.S.
Customs and Border Protection: Trade Thu, 09 Apr 2009 16:32:47 -0500 U.S. Customs and Border Protection will facilitate about $2 trillion in legitimate trade this year while enforcing U.S. trade laws that protect the economy, the health and the safety of the American people. We accomplish this through close partnerships with the trade community, other government agencies and foreign governments. |
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10
Percent Duty on Canadian Softwood Lumber Begins April 15 Thu, 09 Apr 2009 16:32:47 -0500 Washington - U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Office of International Trade today advises the trade community that CBP will begin collecting a 10 percent duty on imports of softwood lumber from Canada beginning April 15. The duty will be imposed on softwood lumber products as defined by the U. (more) |
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Today
in the Department of Defense, 4/10/2009 Thu, 09 Apr 2009 18:00:00 -0500 |
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Harris County Young Democrats Happy Hour today! Texas Young Democrats Convention next weekend! Howdy Y'all! I hope to see everyone at the Happy Hour tomorrow, and at the TYD Convention next weekend. Sincerely, |
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Tax Division Injunctions for U.S. Department of Justice updated This information has recently been updated,
and is now available. |
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Los Angeles County Young Democrats Legislative Committee Meeting on Wednesday, April 22 at 7:30pm Event: LACYD Legislative Committee Meeting To see more details and RSVP, follow the
link below: |
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U.S.
Department of State Assistant Secretary Boucher Speaks with the
Tokyo Co-Chairs April 9, 2009 |
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April 9, 2009 |
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Contact: Katie Grant Hoyer Statement on the FY 2009 Supplemental Funding Request WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on the Fiscal Year 2009 supplemental funding request: “Today, the Obama Administration sent a Fiscal Year 2009 supplemental funding request to Congress. The supplemental contains funding for ongoing military operations, making a renewed commitment to the stability of Afghanistan and beginning the process of leaving Iraq to its people. Also included are funds for a surge of diplomacy in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iraq, as well as miscellaneous emergency items. Timely consideration of the supplemental is especially important to our men and women in uniform, who depend on it for the resources they need to do their jobs. Congress looks forward to giving it that consideration in the weeks to come.” ### |
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Register TODAY as an San Francisco Young Democrats delegate at the CDP Convention- Tomorrow is the Deadline! Hello SFYD'ers!!! If you have not done so already, please register for the California Democratic Party/California Young Democrats Convention by TODAY (April 10). If you are an elected delegate to the Democratic
State Central Committee, registration to the CYD convention is
only $15. You must be registered by Friday, April 10th for guaranteed participation in all CYD Convention events, to be eligible to vote in CYD elections, to be eligible for access to a CDP General Session floor pass, and to get a free CYD t-shirt! ***Please note registration is a two-step process--you will register online at youngdems.org using the link on the front page, and then make your payment online at youngdems.org using the donation link on the right hand sidebar *** Please make sure to indicate that you are registering as a delegate for SFYD. If you have any questions, please contact SFYD President Jennifer Longley at president@sfyd.org HOUSING INFORMATION SFYD has reserved two rooms at the Sutter House Best Western. If you are interested in buying into those rooms, please contact SFYD President Jennifer Longley at president@sfyd.org. If you are looking to find housing on your own, or if we fill up on our rooms: Sacramento-area Young Democrats will be opening up their homes to host visiting Convention goers for a nominal donation. If you are interested in hosting or being hosted contact Housing@youngdems.org we will do our best to match Young Professionals, College Democrats and High School Democrats with the appropriate local Chapters. Thousands of Democrats are coming to Sacramento Convention weekend and so we encourage you to make your hotel reservation TODAY. Some hotels are already completely booked. For questions, please contact Housing@youngdems.org. CYD still has reduced group prices at the following union hotels: Sutter House Best Western Holiday Inn Capitol Plaza For more information, please go to youngdems.org Thank You!!! Jennifer Longley |
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US-CERT Current Activity: Conficker Worm Targets Microsoft Windows Systems Original release date: March 29, 2009 at
8:18 pm UPDATE: Researchers have discovered a new
variant of the Conficker US-CERT is aware of public reports indicating
a widespread infection Home users can apply a simple test for
the presence of a http://www.symantec.com/norton/theme.jsp?themeid=conficker_worm&inid=u http://www.microsoft.com/protect/computer/viruses/worms/conficker.mspx |
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EPA Announces $41.8 million in Stimulus
Funds for Water Infrastructure Projects in Washington to Boost
Economy, Create Jobs and Protect Public Health (Seattle, Washington – April 9, 2009) In a move that stands to create jobs, boost local economies, improve aging water infrastructure and protect human health and the environment for the people in the State of Washington, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded over $41 million to the Washington State Department of Health. This new infusion of money will help the state and local governments finance many of the overdue improvements to water projects that are essential to protecting public health and the environment across the state. According to Michelle Pirzadeh, EPA’s acting Regional Administrator in Seattle, the funds provided by the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act of 2009 will go to the state's Drinking Water State Revolving Fund program. "This is great news for Washington families and the environment," said EPA’s Pirzadeh. "Everyone agrees that safe, clean drinking water is a fundamental building-block for healthy communities and local economies. The Washington Department of Health will use twenty percent of the $41.8 million for water conservation and other innovative projects. This stimulus grant makes an important down payment on fixing our aging drinking water infrastructure and will also offer workers more well-paid, 'green' jobs." The Drinking Water State Revolving Fund program provides low-interest loans and "principal forgiveness" for drinking water systems to finance infrastructure improvements. The program also emphasizes providing funds to small and disadvantaged communities and to programs that encourage pollution prevention as a tool for ensuring safe drinking water. An unprecedented $2 billion dollars will be awarded to fund drinking water infrastructure projects across the country under the Recovery Act in the form of low-interest loans, principal forgiveness and grants. At least 20% of the funds provided under the Recovery Act are to be used for green infrastructure, water and energy efficiency improvements and other environmentally innovative projects. Since the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund program began in 1997, EPA has awarded more than $8 billion in grants, which states have turned into $15 billion of financial assistance to fund drinking water projects. The revolving nature of the program ensures drinking water projects will be funded for generations to come. President Obama signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 on February 17, 2009, and has directed that the Recovery Act be implemented with unprecedented transparency and accountability. To that end, the American people can see how every dollar is being invested at Recovery.gov. For information on EPA’s implementation of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 nationally, visit: http://www.epa.gov/recovery/ For information on EPA’s Drinking Water State Revolving Fund program visit: http://www.epa.gov/safewater/dwsrf/ For Information on Washington Department of Health’s Drinking Water program: http://www.doh.wa.gov/ehp/dw/default.htm |
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U.S.
Department of State Remarks on the Maersk Situation Secretary of State Bureau of Public Affairs Washington, DC April 9, 2009 |
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Today's top Air Force stories Intel deputy unveils ISR capability planning
process Ceremony to recognize vets not eligible
for Vietnam Wall inclusion CSAF addresses 386th Airmen during AOR
visit Officials say cyber defense costly Heritage Coat production uncertain despite
favorable reviews |
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ARPC
announces major promotions DENVER - Air Reserve Personnel Center officials announced the 2009 Air Force Reserve Line and Health Major Promotion Selection Board results today. This board selected 554 Airmen for promotion. A selection board convened at the center here Feb. 23-27 to determine those officers qualified to assume the next higher grade. Board members selected 554 of 1,923 Air Force Reserve officers considered. Complete lists of Airmen selected for promotion is available online. -- Position Vacancy Select list <http://www.arpc.afrc.af.mil/shared/media/document/AFD-090408-131.pdf>. Categories considered during this promotion board are: Line, Dental Corps (DC), Medical Corps (MC), Nurse Corps (NC), Medical Service Corps (MSC) and Biomedical Sciences Corp (BSC) officers. Board results are: Participating selection statistics in-the-promotion
zone (IPZ): Participating selection statistics above-the-promotion
zone (APZ): Nonparticipating selection statistics in-the-promotion
zone (IPZ): Nonparticipating selection statistics above-the-promotion
zone (APZ): Selection statistics position vacancy (PV): Promotion effective dates are based on the individual's time in grade. Projected effective dates will be posted on the ARPC Web site, www.arpc.afrc.af.mil. For more information, call promotions board secretariat specialists at 800-525-0102 or DSN 926-6528, or e-mail them at arpc.dpbbdl@arpc.denver.af.mil. -- |
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Southeast Region of the Young Democrats of America Follow up to regional call... On Sunday March 29, 2009 the Southeast Region of the Young Democrats of America conducted a conference call regarding their region convention. Representatives of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, and Tennessee were on the call. The call was moderated by Southeast Regional Director Alan Brock, of Florida. Alan reported the conflicts that had developed with the initial dates and location of regional convention. He reported that Deputy Director Nikema Williams had coordinated calendars with the state of the SE Region and had found that the first weekend in June, June 4 and 5th, was a good time for every state and territory. The city of Chattanooga, TN was suggested as a meeting location. After general conversation, it is agreed that this is a time and location that all states could agree on. Also taking place that weekend is the Chattanooga River Bend Festival, (www.riverbendfestival.com). A regional music festival, but a limited hotel room block was able to be secured at the Double Tree Hotel. Phone number is 423-756-5150, Rooms are $109 a night, and room block code is SMERF. This is the recommended hotel, although there are other hotels in the area. The call discussed a registration fee to cover the cost of meeting space and trainings. Everyone agreed that a registration fee not to exceed $25 would be acceptable. A good chunk of this SE Regional Convention meeting will be spent on proofing and perfection state’s chartering packets. More information to follow soon, but YDA experts will be on hand to help finalize the details of each packet. Each state agreed to try to have their chartering packets together by the end of May. Additional business will include Regional elections, more information to follow. Alan invited everyone to the Florida Young Democrats State convention the last weekend of May in Beautiful South Beach in Miami. Please contact Alan for more details. Seannalyn Brandmeir, President of the Tennessee Young Democrats, expressed her excitement at hosting the convention in her state. She also invited everyone to her state’s convention in Williamson County on May 16th. North Carolina discussed their states successful convention and elections. They also expressed their excitement over the convention, and how it shares the weekend with several members of their leaderships’ birthdays. The call ended at 7:30, taking less than
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YDA South East Regional Convention on Friday, June 5 at 5:00pm Event: YDA South East Regional Convention To see more details and RSVP, follow the
link below: |
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Accenture
will provide Carlsberg IT with management consulting, systems
integration, application development, application maintenance
and program management services in Europe under a three-year
contract. Carlsberg IT is a subsidiary of Carlsberg that delivers
a wide range of business solutions to the Carlsberg Group across
Europe. Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed. |
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As part of the agreement, IBM Japan will
manage the operation and maintenance of the company's IBM mainframe
systems. IBM Japan will help improve the quality of the information
technology (IT) system, which is the foundation of the insurance
group's operation. |
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CSC
announced that the UK Identity and Passport Service (IPS), an
executive agency of the Home Office responsible for issuing UK
passports and ID cards, has awarded the company a 10-year managed
information technology (IT) services contract to upgrade the
IPS application and enrollment system. The agreement has an estimated
value of $570 million (385 million pounds sterling). |
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HCL SIGNS 6-YEAR DEAL WITH XEROX... HCL Technologies Ltd. (HCL) has entered
into a six-year, multi-regional data center services and transformation
engagement with Xerox Corporation. The contract will span mid-range
services, business continuity and disaster recovery for Xerox's
information management operations. HCL will manage data center
hosting and migration, virtualization, consolidation and storage
architecture services across North America and Europe. In addition,
HCL will provide architecture and consulting services for new
technology and system design, adoption and lifecycle improvement. |
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EDS WINS $586 MILLION CONTRACT WITH BRITISH COLUMBIA... EDS Advanced Solutions, a subsidiary of
EDS, an HP company, has signed an agreement with the British
Columbia Ministry of Labour and Citizens’ Services for hosting
and data center services. The contract is valued at approximately
$586 million calculated over 12 years. Under the new agreement,
EDS Advanced Solutions will consolidate, standardize and manage
the computing, information storage and data center operations
for the province. |
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EVEREST: NEW PROCUREMENT OUTSOURCING CONTRACTS DECLINE IN 2008; OVERALL SPENDING UP 30%... Although the number of new contracts for
Procurement Outsourcing (PO) services declined in 2008, strong
interest and expansion of existing contracts sustained a 30 percent
annual growth rate, according to an Everest Research Institute
study of the procurement outsourcing market. Annual contract
value of PO spend surpassed the US$1 billion mark in 2008, with
large companies signing 54 percent of new contracts. |
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