Defense.gov: Statement by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on the Ceasefire and Hostage-Release Deal Between Israel and Hamas January 16, 2023 On behalf of the Department of Defense, I extend my thanks to Egypt for its successful mediation that led to the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, and the release of Hesham al-Sayed, … Read more
Secretary Austin’s Farewell Tribute to President Biden On January 16, 2025, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III delivered remarks at the Armed Forces Farewell Tribute in honor of President Biden. The tribute was held at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall in Arlington, Virginia. In his remarks, Secretary Austin praised President Biden’s leadership and commitment to … Read more
H. Con. Res. 322: Honoring Israel’s 60th Anniversary and U.S.-Israel Ties Introduction On January 16, 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H. Con. Res. 322, a resolution recognizing the 60th anniversary of the founding of the modern State of Israel and reaffirming the strong bonds between the United States and Israel. Background Israel was … Read more
Gresham Wagner: The Man Behind Toyota’s Racing Success Toyota USA recently published an article on January 15, 2025, highlighting the remarkable career and contributions of Gresham Wagner to the company’s motorsports endeavors. Early Life and Passion for Racing Gresham Wagner, born in 1976, developed a deep passion for racing from a young age. He began … Read more
Mayor Bowser and National League of Cities to Host National Housing Summit Washington, DC – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the National League of Cities (NLC) announced that they will host a National Housing Summit on January 15, 2025. The summit will bring together mayors, city leaders, housing advocates, and industry experts to discuss the … Read more
United States Statutes at Large, Volume 88, 93rd Congress, 2nd Session Publication Date: 2025-01-15 19:02 Title: United States Statutes at Large, Volume 88, 93rd Congress, 2nd Session Source: Statutes at Large Description: The United States Statutes at Large, Volume 88, 93rd Congress, 2nd Session is a collection of federal laws enacted during the second session … Read more
Public Law 118-48: Puyallup Tribe of Indians Land Into Trust Confirmation Act of 2023 Enactment Date: January 15, 2025 Purpose: This law ratifies and confirms the Secretary of the Interior’s decision to take into trust certain lands for the benefit of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians. Background: In 2020, the Puyallup Tribe acquired 158 acres … Read more
Public Law 118-70: Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Dispute Act Background: On January 15, 2025, President Biden signed into law Public Law 118-70, titled “Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Dispute Act.” This bipartisan legislation had strong support from both Democrats and Republicans in Congress. Purpose of the Act: The purpose of Public Law … Read more
Public Law 118 – 75: Designating the Wyandotte County VA Clinic as the “Captain Elwin Shopteese VA Clinic” Enacted: January 15, 2025 Title: An Act to designate the outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Wyandotte County, Kansas City, Kansas, as the “Captain Elwin Shopteese VA Clinic”. Background: Captain Elwin Shopteese was a … Read more
Public Law 118-80: Starr-Camargo Bridge Expansion Act Enacted on January 15, 2025, Public Law 118-80, also known as the Starr-Camargo Bridge Expansion Act, authorizes the expansion and modernization of the existing Starr-Camargo International Bridge between Hidalgo, Texas, and Camargo, Mexico. Background: The Starr-Camargo Bridge, built in 1957, is a vital crossing point for commerce, tourism, … Read more