Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Virginia
AAFA Applauds USTR on 2024 Review of Notorious Markets for Counterfeiting and Piracy Report and Reiterates Need for Accelerated Efforts to Stop Dangerous Fakes
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- The American Apparel and Footwear Association issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2025:
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) commends the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) for its continued dedication to the fight against counterfeiting and piracy, as evidenced by the release of the 2024 Review of Notorious Markets for Counterfeiting and Piracy report today.
This report serves as a critical tool in identifying
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AFP-Utah Releases 'Prosperity Elevated' Agenda for 2025 State Legislative Session
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 8 (TNSres) -- Americans for Prosperity issued the following news release on Jan. 7, 2025:
SALT LAKE CITY, UT -- Today, Americans for Prosperity-Utah (AFP-UT) released "Prosperity Elevated," its 2025 policy priority agenda, ahead of the state legislative session starting on January 21. AFP-UT will work with state lawmakers throughout the session to bring Utah to new heights by making vital reforms to improve the economy, education system, housing market, and border secu
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AFP-WV Opens New Charleston Office in Charleston-Gazette Mail Building
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- Americans for Prosperity issued the following news release:
CHARLESTON, W.Va. - Americans for Prosperity-West Virginia (AFP-WV) announced the opening of a brand-new headquarters in Charleston, West Virginia. The chapter has moved from their quarrier street location to the Charleston-Gazette Mail building (1001 Virginia St E, Suite 200) located in downtown Charleston. The historic space, which was the former newsroom of the Charleston Daily Mail, will serve as West
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Americans for Prosperity Congratulates Speaker Krowinski
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- Americans for Prosperity issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2025:
Montpelier, Vermont - Today, the Vermont House of Representatives reelected Speaker Jill Krowinski for another term as Speaker of the Vermont Statehouse.
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) Regional Director Ross Connolly released the following statement:
"AFP congratulates Speaker Jill Krowinski on reelection and looks forward to working with her and her team this session to achieve meaningf
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Americans for Prosperity: Sen. Blackburn and Knox County Mayor Jacobs Weigh In on School Choice in New Statewide Ad
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- Americans for Prosperity issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2025:
NASHVILLE, TN - Today, Americans for Prosperity - Tennessee (AFP-TN) announced their launch of a statewide school choice ad campaign featuring Senator Marsha Blackburn and Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs. The ad will run on radio stations across the state leading up to an expected Special Session at the end of January when lawmakers are expected to cast their votes on Governor Lee's school
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As Gun Sense Majorities Return to Both Chambers of the Virginia General Assembly, Lawmakers Have the Opportunity to Build on Last Year's Progress on Gun Safety
NEW YORK, Jan. 8 [Category: Sociological] -- Everytown for Gun Safety issued the following news release:
Lawmakers Enacted Several Gun Safety Measures With Bipartisan Support Last YearÂ
RICHMOND, Va. - As the Virginia General Assembly gavels in for the start of the 2025 legislative session, the Virginia chapters of Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, both part of Everytown for Gun Safety's grassroots network, released the following statements. With gun sense majorities in both cham
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C2ES Statement on Final Guidance for Tech Neutral Tax Credits
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 9 (TNSsta) -- The Center for Climate and Energy Solutions issued the following statement on Jan. 8, 2025:
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On the Treasury Department's guidance regarding IRC Sections 45Y and 48E:
"The U.S. Treasury Department has released final guidance for the most important clean energy tax credits ever enacted - the section 45Y and 48E clean technology neutral tax credits. The technology-inclusive approach creates more space for innovation, by incentivizing the private sect
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Experts available: Meta ends fact-checking, winter weather, presidential transition, resolutions, and more
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 7 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
The Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Virginia Tech experts available to discuss headlines in the news
Meta announces end of fact-checking
On Tuesday, Meta announced they would no longer use third-party fact-checking on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, instead r
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Fairmont, MN, Mayo Clinic Nurses Vote to Remove MNA Union From Facility
SPRINGFIELD, Virginia, Jan. 8 -- The National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation issued the following news release:
Nurses at Mayo Clinic's Fairmont Medical Center have just voted 26-15 to eject Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) union officials from their facility. The push to remove the union was spearheaded by Mayo Fairmont employee Jamie Campbell, who submitted to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) in December 2024 a petition seeking a union decertification vote among her colleag
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In memoriam: Jared Paul Williams, student, College of Engineering
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 7 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
Jared Paul Williams, known as "Red" by many of his friends and classmates, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Dec. 24.
Williams was a junior in the College of Engineering, majoring in computer engineering and minoring in computer science. While at Virginia Tech, he also worked part-time at Panda Express.
Williams was born on Sept. 18, 2002, in and is survived by his parents, Alicia and Steven; his sister Olivia; and hi
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In memoriam: Jim Johnson, former Virginia Cooperative Extension director and associate professor emeritus
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 8 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Jim Johnson, former Virginia Cooperative Extension director and associate professor emeritus in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Virginia Tech passed away on Sunday, Jan. 5. He was 87.
Johnson began his career as an Extension agent in 1961, serving three southeast Virginia cou
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JEDEC Announces Updates to Universal Flash Storage and Memory Interface Standards
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- JEDEC Solid State Technology Association issued the following news release:
JEDEC Solid State Technology Association, the global leader in the development of standards for the microelectronics industry, today announced the publication of JESD220G: Universal Flash Storage 4.1. In addition, an update to the complementary JESD223F UFS Host Controller Interface (UFSHCI) version 4.1 standard has also been published. Developed for mobile applications and computing syste
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Marshall's College of Liberal Arts Receives $2.8 Million Mellon Foundation Grant to Expand Humanities Internships
HUNTINGTON, West Virginia, Jan. 9 -- Marshall University issued the following news release:
Marshall University has received a five-year, $2.82 million Mellon Foundation grant to support the creation and future expansion of internship opportunities for students majoring in humanities disciplines in the College of Liberal Arts (COLA).
This transformative program will empower students by providing real-world experience while benefiting local agencies that rely on interns to advance their work.
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New NPG Forum Paper Calls for Sustainable Solutions for Populations Living in Climate-Sensitive Regions
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- Negative Population Growth issued the following news release:
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Addressing Global Warming by Urging Action to Mitigate Risks in High-Danger Zones
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Proof of climate change is undeniable, yet the United States finds itself at a troubling crossroads. Published by Negative Population Growth, Inc., this new Forum paper offers compelling analysis which reveals a startling contradiction: while the dangers of climate change grow more urgent, population expans
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New Partnership Recognizes W&M First-generation Initiatives
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- William and Mary issued the following news:
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The collaboration with FirstGen Forward will aid in the development of initiatives that celebrate and support W&M first-generation students as they pursue their academic, professional and personal goals.
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By Laura Grove, Research Writer
First-generation college students bring unique perspectives and experiences to the William & Mary community. They can also face unique challenges, such as a lack of fami
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SNMMI and the Alzheimer's Association Release Updated Appropriate Use Criteria for Amyloid and Tau P
RESTON, Virginia, Jan. 8 [Category: Medical] -- The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging issued the following news release:
Media Contact:
Rebecca Maxey, (703) 652-6772, rmaxey@snmmi.org
Alzheimer's Association media line, 312-335-4078, media@alz.org
# SNMMI and the Alzheimer's Association Release Updated Appropriate Use Criteria for Amyloid and Tau PET Imaging
Reston, VA (January 8, 2025 ) - The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) and the Alzheimer'
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SNMMI Opposes Conversion Factor Cuts to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule in CMS' Proposed FY25 Ru
RESTON, Virginia, Jan. 8 [Category: Medical] -- The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging issued the following news release:
SNMMI Opposes Conversion Factor Cuts to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule in CMS' Proposed FY25 Rule
In 2025, the Medicare conversion factor is slated to decrease for the fifth consecutive year, dropping by about 2.80% from $33.2875 to $32.3562. This cut stems from the expiration of a temporary 2.93% increase to the conversion factor at the close of 2024,
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Students gain international experience at climate conference in Azerbaijan
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 8 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Nestled between Iran and Russia at the boundary of Eastern Europe and West Asia, Azerbaijan sits on the westernmost cost of the Caspian Sea.
The country, with its unique influence of architectural styles, is host to several major events, including a Formula 1 race that has cars racing through the castle-lined streets of its capital city, Baku.
It was
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TIA Announces Keynote Speaker for Capital Ideas Conference
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- The Transportation Intermediaries Association issued the following news release:
The Transportation Intermediaries Association is excited to announce its keynote speaker for the Capital Ideas Conference, April 9-12 in San Antonio: Frank Abagnale, one of the world's most respected authorities on forgery, embezzlement, secure documents, cybercrime and scams.
"Fraud is a billion-dollar scourge on the 3PL industry," said Chris Burroughs, president & CEO of TIA. "We
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University of Virginia Health: U.S. Soldiers 10 Times More Likely to Use Addictive Nicotine Pouches, Study Finds
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- University of Virginia Health issued the following news release:
American soldiers are 10 times more likely to use nicotine pouches that can cause serious health issues than average American adults, according to a survey of military personnel at Fort Liberty, the largest American military base.
Conducted by researchers at UVA Cancer Center, the Fort Liberty Department of Public Health and the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, the study an
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UVA Center for Diabetes Technology, Tandem Diabetes Care to Research Fully Automated Insulin Delivery
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- University of Virginia Health issued the following news release:
University of Virginia Center for Diabetes Technology and Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc., have signed a multi-year collaboration agreement to advance research and development efforts on fully automated insulin delivery systems.
The research collaboration will rely on the UVA Center for Diabetes Technology's groundbreaking work to improve care for patients with diabetes through technology-based in
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VCU, RPD Postpone Active Shooter, SWAT Team Training
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 8 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news:
Due to the regional winter weather advisory and ongoing efforts to restore water production in the city of Richmond, VCU Police and Richmond Police are postponing active shooter training scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 8.
All scheduled road closures and parking restrictions are canceled along the 900 block of W. Franklin Street.
Once a new date is identified, officials will again update the VCU and Richmon
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VCU: As Part of a New Minor in Practical AI, Students Explore Its Intersection With Mass Media
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 8 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news:
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Robertson School professor Joshua J. Smith's class is developing a dataset that examines coverage of the technologies' benefits, drawbacks - and the communications industry itself.
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With its tremendous potential and criticism, artificial intelligence is swiftly redefining the modern landscape. At Virginia Commonwealth University, students pursuing a new academic minor used the fall semester t
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VCU: In the C-suite at Commonwealth Savers, Carolyn Bishop and Vivian Shield Invest Their Ram Pride
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 8 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news:
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The two executives credit their VCU student experiences for laying the foundations of their success
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By Joan Tupponce
One of Carolyn Bishop and Vivian Shields' first conversations at Commonwealth Savers (formerly Virginia529) revealed they both were Virginia Commonwealth University alums.
"A lot of VCU grads work here," said Bishop, chief operations officer at the independent state agency w
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VCU: Through Science, Medicine and Empathy, Junior Naeem Ahmad Hopes to Serve Across Borders
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news:
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Influenced by a pre-college experience and VCU's Diversity P.A.T.H.S. office, the biology major is nurturing his commitment to health care and humanitarianism.
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By Joan Tupponce
After completing a practical nursing program during high school, Naeem Ahmad set his sights on a nursing career. Then he learned about the international nonprofit Humanity First USA.
"That's when my path shifted. I
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Virginia Tech's Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture enrolls 1,300-plus farms in first year of landmark pilot program
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 7 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture at Virginia Tech enrolled over 1,300 farms representing more than 202,000 acres in the first year of a landmark project that incentivizes agricultural producers in four states to adopt climate-smart practices.
The project, led by Virginia Tech's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and funded by a historic $80 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is
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