Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Virginia
2025 Leadership Conference To Include Panel On Advancing Policy Priorities
HERNDON, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- The RV Industry Association issued the following news on Jan. 30, 2025:
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2025 Leadership Conference To Include Panel On Advancing Policy Priorities
The shifting political landscape under the incoming presidential administration presents both challenges and opportunities for the RV and outdoor recreation sectors.
The RV Industry Association has added a policy-focused panel to the 2025 Leadership Conference schedule. The panel, titled "Navigating Change and A
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AACP Unveils Six New Partners in Corporate Partnership Program to Transform Pharmacy Education and Practice
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 30 -- The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy issued the following news release:
AACP is excited to announce six new partners to strengthen collaboration between education and practice as part of its new Corporate Partnership Program. The new partners each bring unique strengths and expertise to the table. They include:
* CVS Health - Elite level
* Echo Interactive - Executive level
* Rite Aid - Executive level
* Walgreens - Executive level
* NACDS Found
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ACR Recommended Resources for White House Executive Orders
RESTON, Virginia, Jan. 30 -- The American College of Radiology issued the following news release:
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The American College of Radiology(R) suggests utilizing the following resources in response to questions about the recently issued executive orders from the White House:
The White House is in the process of qualifying and clarifying details of executive orders issued by President Trump upon taking office. As this situation is rapidly evolving, the ACR recommends monitoring the White House w
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Aerospace expert provides analysis of circumstances in tragic D.C. aircraft collision
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 30 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Aerospace expert provides analysis of circumstances in tragic D.C. aircraft collision
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The tragic mid-air collision between a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines jet over the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., raises many questions about what led to the disaster and how it could have been prevented.
Virginia Tech aerospace engineer Ella Atkins pr
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AFA establishes New Pitsenbarger Full Measure Award
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 30 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release:
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AFA establishes New Pitsenbarger Full Measure Award
The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) is establishing the A1C William Pitsenbarger Full Measure Award (FMA) as part of our ongoing efforts to support the educational advancement of our enlisted Airmen and Guardians. Beginning in 2026, this award will be given annually to recognize an enlisted member's
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AFP-IN Releases 2025 Legislative Agenda in Alignment with Many of Gov. Braun's Priorities Addressed in State of the State
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 29 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release:
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AFP-IN Releases 2025 Legislative Agenda in Alignment with Many of Gov. Braun's Priorities Addressed in State of the State
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Indianapolis, IN - Americans for Prosperity - Indiana (AFP-IN) released their 2025 'Crossroads of Prosperity' legislative agenda at the start of Indiana's 124th General Assembly. Many of their policy goals align closely with
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AIA Statement on Tragic Aircraft Collision in Washington
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 30 [Category: Aerospace] -- The Aerospace Industries Association posted the following news release:
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AIA Statement on Tragic Aircraft Collision in Washington
Arlington, Va. - Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning today released a statement following the devastating collision of two aircraft in Washington, DC yesterday.
"The Aerospace Industries Association extends our deepest condolences to the victims and families of Flight 534
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ALPA President Statement on PSA Flight 5342
MCLEAN, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- The Air Line Pilots Association International issued the following news release on Jan. 30, 2025:
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ALPA President Statement on PSA Flight 5342
McLean, Va.--Capt. Jason Ambrosi, president of the Air Line Pilots Association, Int'l (ALPA), issued the following statement today regarding Wednesday night's fatal accident that occurred when a Black Hawk military helicopter and PSA Flight 5342 collided midair near Washington National Airport:
"We mourn the loss of o
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Americans for Prosperity-MS Applauds House Vote Towards Repealing Certificate of Need Laws
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 30 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release:
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Americans for Prosperity-MS Applauds House Vote Towards Repealing Certificate of Need Laws
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Jackson, MS --Americans for Prosperity-Mississippi (AFP-MS) State Director Starla Brown issued the following statement applauding the Mississippi House for a bipartisan passage of HB 922, which would repeal parts of Mississippi's onerous Certificate of Nee
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Americans for Prosperity-Tennessee Celebrates Major School Choice Victory
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 30 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release:
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Americans for Prosperity-Tennessee Celebrates Major School Choice Victory
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Education Freedom Act Passes Legislature
Nashville, TN - Today, in a resounding victory for educational freedom, the Education Freedom Act (SB 6001/ HB 6004) passed both the House and Senate floors. Americans for Prosperity - Tennessee (AFP-TN) applauds the General Asse
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ASCA Statement on White House Executive Order "Ending Radical Indoctrination in K-12 Schooling"
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- The American School Counselor Association issued the following news release:
The White House Executive Order "Ending Radical Indoctrination in K-12 Schooling" mischaracterizes the role of the school counselor and undermines the essential support school counselors provide to their students every day. In actuality, school counselors implement comprehensive school counseling programs that equip students with the knowledge, attitudes and skills needed for college, c
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Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International Applauds Appointment of Chris Rocheleau as Acting FAA Administrator
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International issued the following news release on Jan. 30, 2025:
Today, the Trump Administration announced the appointment of Chris Rocheleau to serve as Acting Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) President and CEO Michael Robbins issued the following statement in response:
"Chris Rocheleau is a highly qualified choice to ensure t
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Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International Statement on Aviation Accident in Washington, DC
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International issued the following agency statement on Jan. 30, 2025:
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Today, AUVSI President and CEO Michael Robbins made the following statement:
"Aviation safety requires constant vigilance and last night's tragic air accident in Washington, DC is a heartbreaking reminder of that reality.
"We are deeply saddened by the loss of life and our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and our brave first re
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ATA ACTION URGES GOVERNOR HOCHUL TO HIT PAUSE ON THE NEW YORK HEALTH INFORMATION PRIVACY ACT, SEEKS CRITICAL AMENDMENTS
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- The American Telemedicine Association issued the following news release:
ATA Action is calling for The Honorable Kathy Hochul, Governor of New York State, to collaborate with stakeholders to amend the New York Health Information Privacy Act (S929/A2141), which could create chilling effects on patient access and engagement with telehealth services. ATA Action is the American Telemedicine Association's affiliated trade association focused on advocacy.
"While we st
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Bill Advancing Healthcare Choice through Curtailing Certificate of Need Advances Through House, Will Now Move to Senate
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 30 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Institute for Justice posted the following news release:
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Bill Advancing Healthcare Choice through Curtailing Certificate of Need Advances Through House, Will Now Move to Senate
JACKSON, Mississippi --Yesterday, HB 922, a bill sponsored by Rep. Henry Zuber III that would significantly curtail the impact of Certificate of Need (CON) laws in Mississippi, overwhelmingly passed through the House by a floor vote of 107- 5. With success
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Bridge experience helps Sarah Hevener find the right direction
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 29 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Bridge experience helps Sarah Hevener find the right direction
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What career paths are there for English students? Publishing? Communications? Sarah Hevener found herself at a crossroads when she enrolled in a Bridge Experience Program in the spring 2023 semester. For this, she interned for a small publisher associated with higher education.
Hevene
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Center-Right Wisconsin Latino Advocacy Group Endorses Brad Schimel for Wisconsin Supreme Court
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- LIBRE Initiative issued the following statement on Jan. 30, 2025:
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(Milwaukee, WI) -- Today, The LIBRE Initiative, Wisconsin's largest center-right Latino advocacy group, announced its support for Brad Schimel for Wisconsin's Supreme Court.
The LIBRE Initiative strongly advocates economic and educational freedom because it believes free people can do extraordinary things.
Anna Flores, LIBRE's Strategic Director in Wisconsin, issued the following statement
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Christendom Celebrates 20 Years of St. John the Evangelist Library
FRONT ROYAL, Virginia, Jan. 29 -- Christendom College issued the following news:
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Christendom Celebrates 20 Years of St. John the Evangelist Library
For the past 20 years, nestled on Christendom's sylvan campus, with a wide, beautiful view of the serene Shenandoah River, St. John the Evangelist Library has quietly established itself as the backbone of the college's campus. A beloved refuge for those late-night paper writers who find inspiration in the stillness of the night, for whispere
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Commerce Secretary Should Work To Grow U.S. Economy
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- The Retail Industry Leaders Association issued the following news release:
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Commerce Secretary Should Work To Grow U.S. Economy
Retailers Urge Lutnick to Focus on Trump's Goals
By Blake Harden, Courtney Titus Brooks, Washington, DC 01/29/2025
The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) issued the following statement ahead of Howard Lutnick's appearance before the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee.
"As Congress considers Mr. Lutn
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Disabled American Veterans: Leading Advocates to Gather in Washington, D.C., Feb. 23-26
ERLANGER, Kentucky, Jan. 31 (TNSres) -- Disabled American Veterans issued the following news:
One of the most highly visible demonstrations of DAV's fierce advocacy comes in February during the annual mid-winter conference in Washington, D.C. Each year, hundreds of DAV members and leaders gather to elevate the voices of our community and create meaningful change on Capitol Hill and beyond for veterans and their families.
We invite you to lend your voice to the cause and join us Feb. 23-26 at t
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El Numero de Mariposas Monarca Migratorias de la Poblacion Occidental es un Indicador de la Necesidad de Intervencion y Colaboracion en Favor de la Especie
MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Jan. 30 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release:
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El Numero de Mariposas Monarca Migratorias de la Poblacion Occidental es un Indicador de la Necesidad de Intervencion y Colaboracion en Favor de la Especie
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- El mas reciente conteo de la poblacion occidental de las mariposas monarca migratorias es una clara senal de que la especie enfrenta condiciones desafiantes. El ultimo conteo realizado por l
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ICEIE (EduEvidence) Forge Strategic Partnership at BETT 2025 to Enhance Global Edtech Certifications
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 30 -- The Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development issued the following news release:
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ICEIE (EduEvidence) Forge Strategic Partnership at BETT 2025 to Enhance Global Edtech Certifications
ISTE+ASCD and the International Certification of Evidence of Impact in Education (ICEIE), have officially sealed their partnership at BETT UK 2025. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the global education technology space, focusing on internationa
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ICYMI: Americans for Prosperity-Ohio Delivers Thank You Cards to Representatives for Supporting the Original Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 30 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release:
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ICYMI: Americans for Prosperity-Ohio Delivers Thank You Cards to Representatives for Supporting the Original Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA)
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Columbus, OH - This week, Americans for Prosperity - Ohio (AFP-OH) delivered thank-you cards, signed by constituents, to Ohio representatives who voted in support of the original Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) o
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JetBlue Pilots Respond to Earnings Report With a Call for a Fair Contract
MCLEAN, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- The Air Line Pilots Association International issued the following news release on Jan. 30, 2025:
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JetBlue Pilots Respond to Earnings Report with a Call for a Fair Contract
Pilots Press Management to Match Improving Outlook with Progress at the Table
NEW YORK--Today, the JetBlue Airways pilots, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int'l (ALPA), responded to JetBlue's fourth-quarter earnings and outlook for 2025 with a call for management to come t
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JIM ALLISON PROMOTED TO VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER OF WETA CLASSICAL
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- WETA, a public broadcasting station, issued the following news release on Jan. 30, 2025:
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JIM ALLISON PROMOTED TO VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER OF WETA CLASSICAL
Arlington, Virginia -- WETA Senior Vice President and General Manager Miguel Monteverde today announced the promotion of Jim Allison to Vice President and General Manager of WETA Classical. In his new role, Allison will oversee the content and strategic focus of WETA Classical on-air, online,
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NACDS Lauds Rep. Krishnamoorthi's Focus on Reforming "PBM Middleman" Tactics That Inflate People's Drug Costs, Restrict Access to Care, and Close Pharmacies
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- The National Association of Chain Drug Stores issued the following news release:
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NACDS Lauds Rep. Krishnamoorthi's Focus on Reforming "PBM Middleman" Tactics That Inflate People's Drug Costs, Restrict Access to Care, and Close Pharmacies
NACDS issued a statement about an event in Chicago where the Congressman will discuss the latest Federal Trade Commission report about PBM middlemen's tactics.
Steven C. Anderson, president and CEO of the National Associ
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NAIFA Partners With American Senior Benefits, a Leading Distributor of Senior Market Insurance Products, to Bolster ASB's Leadership Team
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Jan. 30 -- The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors issued the following news release:
NAIFA and the Dallas-based American Senior Benefits (ASB) have entered a partnership under which NAIFA recognizes ASB as a NAIFA Financial Security Champion and at least 75 ASB regional sales managers will become new NAIFA members.
"As one of the largest career agency distribution networks in the country, American Senior Benefits is deeply committed to equipping ou
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NARFE Responds to Trump's Federal Employee Buyout Offer
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 30 -- The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association issued the following statement on Jan. 29, 2025:
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NARFE National President William "Bill" Shackelford released the following statement in response to an email sent to federal employees by the Office of Personnel Management offering a deferred resignation:
"The administration's encouragement of massive resignations across the federal government shows a blinding disregard for the rule of law in t
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NASBE Statement on 2024 NAEP Results in Fourth and Eighth Grade Reading and Math
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 30 -- The National Association of State Boards of Education issued the following statement on Jan. 29, 2025:
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Paolo DeMaria, president and CEO of the National Association of State Boards of Education (NASBE), issued the following statement on the latest release of The Nation's Report Card.
The 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) scores released today are concerning, showing that we as a nation continue to be challenged to raise achievement an
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National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Sets Its Federal Policy Focus for 2025
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 30 -- The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture issued the following news release:
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The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture sets its federal policy focus for 2025
ARLINGTON, Va. - NASDA's members-led Board of Directors chose five issues to serve as the organization's primary policy focus for 2025. They include the farm bill, food systems, pesticide regulations, PFAS and state cooperative agreement funding. NASDA CEO Ted Mc
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Outgoing WVWC Student Senate President Reflects on Two Years in Role
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia, Jan. 30 -- West Virginia Wesleyan College issued the following news:
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Outgoing WVWC Student Senate President Reflects on Two Years in Role
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia - As she prepares for her next chapter, outgoing West Virginia Wesleyan College Student Senate President Sadie Nichols '25, of Sistersville, West Virginia, reflected on her time leading the student-led organization for two consecutive terms.
"I chose to get involved in Student Senate at WVWC becau
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Potential Threats to Progress in Advancing Asthma and Allergy Health
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America issued the following news release:
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Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America Reaffirms Commitment to Protect Vulnerable Communities
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On behalf of over 100 million people in the United States with asthma and allergic diseases, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is carefully monitoring and evaluating policy transitions that may affect our community's health.
Asthma and allergies are chroni
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Rao Details How VCU is Creating the 'next Generation of Great Thinkers, Inventors, Innovators and Problem-solvers'
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 31 (TNSres) -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news:
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During the State of the University, the VCU president highlights the university's efforts to drive change that benefits people and the broader society - and explains why VCU has quickly become a thought leader in AI.
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In his annual State of the University address today, Virginia Commonwealth University President Michael Rao, Ph.D., said that VCU has a vital responsibility to prepare
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RV Industry Association Highlights 2025 State Advocacy Initiatives
HERNDON, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- The RV Industry Association issued the following news:
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RV Industry Association Highlights 2025 State Advocacy Initiatives
The RV Industry Association's Government Affairs team is continuing to highlight its priorities for 2025. In addition to several federal priorities, the department will also be addressing a number of state advocacy issues as well.
Key priorities for 2025:
1. Monitoring California lemon law legislation: The Government Affairs team is co
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Same Day ACH Passes Major Milestone in 2024 as the ACH Network Shows Higher Growth
RESTON, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- Nacha - The Electronic Payments Association issued the following news release:
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Same Day ACH Passes Major Milestone in 2024 as the ACH Network Shows Higher Growth
RESTON, Virginia, Jan. 30, 2025 - Led by phenomenal growth in Same Day ACH, Nacha reported across-the-board gains in ACH payments volume and value in 2024.
Same Day ACH payment volume topped the 1 billion mark, with more than 1.2 billion payments for the year. The value of those payments was $3.2 t
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Secretary Burgum Has Opportunity, Responsibility to Steward Wildlife, Lands, Natural Resources with a Balanced Approach
MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Jan. 30 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release:
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Secretary Burgum Has Opportunity, Responsibility to Steward Wildlife, Lands, Natural Resources with a Balanced Approach
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The bipartisan confirmation of former North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum to lead the Department of the Interior provides an opportunity for collaborative, balanced, and responsible stewardship of our nation's public lands and w
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Soldiers' Innovation Drives Army Transformation
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 30 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army posted the following news:
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Soldiers' Innovation Drives Army Transformation
Bottom-up innovation continues to drive the Army's transformation as the service seeks to move "at the speed of change," Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George said.
"Our soldiers are very innovative. They are very welcoming of this change. They can move at this kind of speed," George said Jan. 29 during a Coffee Series
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Testimonial: RV Technical Institute Provides Level 1 Training For Hemlock Hill RV
HERNDON, Virginia, Jan. 31 -- The RV Industry Association issued the following news:
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Testimonial: RV Technical Institute Provides Level 1 Training For Hemlock Hill RV
The RV Technical Institute recently provided Level 1 training at Hemlock Hill RV Sales & Service dealership in Southington, CT. The course was led by the Institute's Director of Education Bill Stewart and attended by dealership staff.
This is one example of the RV Technical Institute's Dealer On-Site Training initiative;
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Trump's interests in Europe and the barriers they pose, EU expert explains
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 30 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Trump's interests in Europe and the barriers they pose, EU expert explains
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President Donald Trump began his new term with European policy goals that include a swift end to the Russia-Ukraine war, a proposal for the United States to control Greenland, and using tariffs to country a trade deficit with the European Union -- all objectives much more ea
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Virginia Tech researchers study generative AI usage in higher education
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 30 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Virginia Tech researchers study generative AI usage in higher education
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Research at a glance
Context
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is gaining ground in higher education among some groups.
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This research shows how students and faculty are using AI and how an "AI divide" exis
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Virginia Tech Transportation Institute targets human trafficking in new campaign
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 30 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Virginia Tech Transportation Institute targets human trafficking in new campaign
The Virginia Tech Transportation Institute is now trying to prevent a different type of traffic.
"Transportation plays a significant role in the human trafficking cycle and can play a key role in disrupting it," said Erin Mabry, the project's principal investigator and senior research associate at the Virginia Tech Transportation In
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Western Monarch Butterfly Population Numbers Signal Dire Need for Intervention, Collaboration
MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Jan. 30 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release:
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Western Monarch Butterfly Population Numbers Signal Dire Need for Intervention, Collaboration
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The latest count of western monarch butterfly populations is a clear sign of a species in trouble. The Xerces Society's annual Western Migratory monarch butterfly count recorded only 9,119 butterflies, the second worst year in the organization's count.
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Youth in Action Awards honor outstanding Virginia 4-H members
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 30 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Youth in Action Awards honor outstanding Virginia 4-H members
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Four exceptional teen leaders from across the state were honored at Virginia 4-H 's 2025 Evening with 4-H celebration held Jan. 23 in Richmond.
Each year, the 4-H Youth in Action program recognizes highly accomplished teens from diverse backgrounds in 4-H core pillar areas: agriculture,
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