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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Defense has announced a series of significant reforms and initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life for service members, reinforcing institutional accountability, …
Pentagon Launches PCS Support Hotline, Renames Fort Hood, and Expands Oversight of Military Institutions Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a continued effort to preserve America’s forested landscapes while promoting economic development in rural communities, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a $106 million investment …
USDA Invests $106 Million to Protect Working Forests Across Eight States Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In response to declining national test scores and growing concerns over student achievement, the U.S. Department of Education has issued a formal invitation to state education leaders, …
Education Department Invites States to Cut Red Tape, Pursue Waivers Following Decline in Student Performance Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a sweeping initiative to modernize the U.S. healthcare system, the Trump Administration unveiled a bold digital health strategy on July 30 that promises to make patient …
Trump Administration Launches Major Health Tech Overhaul with Industry Giants, Promises Personalized, Secure Care Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move aimed at reversing pandemic-era policies and restoring what officials describe as “medical freedom,” the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has rescinded …
HHS Repeals Hospital Incentive for Staff Vaccination Reporting, Citing Need for Medical Autonomy Read More
WYNNEWOOD, PA — Communities across the United States are gearing up for the 42nd Annual National Night Out (NNO) on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, an evening dedicated to fostering stronger …
National Night Out Returns August 5 to Strengthen Police-Community Ties Nationwide Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a sweeping regulatory move, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced new safety labeling requirements for all prescription opioid pain medications, aiming to provide clearer …
FDA Orders Overhaul of Opioid Labels Amid New Evidence of Long-Term Risks Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a rare and assertive regulatory move, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has exercised its statutory authority to reject certain standalone prescription drug plan …
CMS Rejects Select Medicare Drug Plan Bids, Tightens Oversight to Curb Premium Hikes for 2026 Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a decisive step aimed at curbing the proliferation of potentially dangerous synthetic opioids, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced recently that it is recommending …
FDA Moves to Restrict Potent Kratom Derivative 7-OH Amid Opioid Abuse Concerns Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has launched a sweeping overhaul of its open data strategy, marked by the release of a dynamic “Living …
HHS Unveils Ambitious Open Data Plan, Expands HealthData.gov to Boost Transparency and Innovation Read More