Maryann Pugh

HUD Modernizes Regulations for HOME Program to Expand Affordable Housing WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced its final rule to modernize regulations for the HOME In […]

FTC Approves Revised Thresholds for Antitrust Filings and Corporate Governance WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has approved updated jurisdictional thresholds and filing fee schedules for transactions fa […]

USDA Opens Applications for 1890 National Scholars Program WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now accepting applications for the prestigious USDA 1890 National Scholars Program, a […]

Federal Court Bans Stem Cell Institute of America Founders from Marketing Regenerative Medicine WASHINGTON, D.C. — A federal court has banned the co-founders of the Stem Cell Institute of America and associated entities from marketing stem cell th […]

U.S. Department of Education Announces Winners of Postsecondary Success Recognition Program WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education has named six institutions of higher learning and one trailblazer award recipient as winners of th […]

FTC Finalizes Settlement with H&R Block Over Unfair Practices and Misleading Advertising WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a settlement with H&R Block, requiring the tax preparation company to implement si […]

HHS Unveils AI Strategic Plan, Paving the Way for Responsible Technology Integration WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has revealed its AI Strategic Plan, a sweeping initiative designed to ha […]

Legal Showdown Over $14.9 Billion Steel Deal: Will Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel Prevail? TOKYO, Japan & PITTSBURGH, PA — The battle for the future of U.S. manufacturing dominance has taken a dramatic turn as Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel mo […]

FTC Issues Refunds to Victims of Mortgage Relief Scam WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has begun distributing refunds to consumers who were defrauded by a fraudulent mortgage relief sc […]

Can New Leadership Secure Pennsylvania Democrats' One-Seat Majority in 2025-26? HARRISBURG, PA — With a pivotal election cycle on the horizon, the Pennsylvania House Democrats have unveiled their leadership team for the 2025-26 ca […]

CMS Proposes Payment Updates for Medicare Advantage and Part D Programs in 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has unveiled the Calendar Year (CY) 2026 Advance Notice for the Medicare Ad […]

New Crisis Center in Harrisburg: Could It Change Mental Health Care for Thousands? HARRISBURG, PA — A groundbreaking step toward transforming behavioral health care in Pennsylvania has taken root in Harrisburg. The Shapiro Ad […]

FTC and New York Attorney General Secure $2.95 Million Settlement Over Handy’s Worker Misrepresentation WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the New York Attorney General have taken decisive action against Handy Technologies, now op […]

Advancing Dialysis Sustainability: KidneyX Prize Awards Seven Innovators WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), in partnership with the American Society of Nephrology (ASN), recently re […]

FTC Slaps Record $5.6 Million Penalty on Oil Companies for Illegal Pre-Merger Coordination WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has imposed a landmark $5.6 million civil penalty on XCL Resources Holdings, LLC (XCL), Verdun Oi […]

Time’s Running Out! Seniors, Secure Your Best Medicare Plan with PA MEDI’s Free Expert Help Today! HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) has reminded older adults across the state that the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Pe […]

Is AI Deceiving You? New Bill Aims to Expose Hidden AI Content and Protect Consumers WEST CHESTER, PA — Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world as we know it, but State Rep. Chris Pielli, D-Chester, is determined to ensure it do […]

VA Expands Presumptive Conditions for Gulf War and Post-9/11 Veterans WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a major expansion of presumptive conditions, benefiting Gulf War and Po […]

Did Sigue Corporation Mishandle Your Money? Act Now to Reclaim What’s Rightfully Yours! HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities (DoBS) has issued an urgent appeal to individuals impacted by violations co […]

Were You Deceived by Golden Sunrise’s False Promises? Claim Your Refund Before It’s Too Late! WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has begun distributing refund claim forms to consumers who purchased treatment plans de […]