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Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2024 Enacted Washington, D.C. – On December 13, 2024, President Biden signed into law the Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2024. This legislation provides a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for veterans receiving disability compensation and other benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). COLA Percentage The COLA for … Read more

Mark Our Place Act Overview The Mark Our Place Act is a proposed federal law in the United States that aims to address the historical erasure of people of color and their contributions to American history. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on December 13, 2024, by Representative Nikema Williams (D-GA) and … Read more

Mining and Mineral Resources Institutes Act Enacted: 2024-12-13 12:57 Purpose: To establish institutes to promote research, development, and training in mining and mineral resources. Key Provisions: Establishment of Institutes: Directs the Minister of Natural Resources to establish and maintain one or more institutes for mining and mineral resources. Institutes shall be non-profit corporations with a … Read more

Fiscal Year 2024 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act Published: 2024-12-13 12:57 Summary: The Fiscal Year 2024 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act (H.R. 8386) authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish, expand, and relocate various major medical facilities (MMFs) across the United States. Key Provisions: New MMF authorizations: Fayetteville, North … Read more

Hubble Images a Grand Spiral On December 13, 2024, NASA released a new article accompanied by stunning images captured by the Hubble Space Telescope. The images showcase a magnificent spiral galaxy known as NGC 7742, located approximately 72 million light-years away in the constellation Pegasus. NGC 7742: A Vast and Glimmering Spiral NGC 7742 is … Read more

Biden Administration Announces Additional Security Assistance for Ukraine Washington, D.C. – Today, the Biden Administration announced a new security assistance package for Ukraine valued at $275 million. This package includes additional ammunition for High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), artillery rounds, Javelin anti-tank missiles, and counter-unmanned aerial systems. The United States has now committed over … Read more

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Concludes Thirteenth Visit to the Indo-Pacific December 13, 2024 Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III concluded his thirteenth visit to the Indo-Pacific region, which took place from December 9-13, 2024. During his visit, Secretary Austin engaged with senior leaders from several countries, including Japan, South Korea, India, … Read more

Joint Statement on the Japan – U.S. CBRN Defense Policy Dialogue December 13, 2024 Tokyo – Today, the Governments of Japan and the United States held the 15th Japan – U.S. CBRN Defense Policy Dialogue in Tokyo. The delegations were led by: Mr. KAWASHIMA Atsushi, Director-General for International Cooperation, Ministry of Defense, Japan Ms. Sharon … Read more

DoD Announces 2025 Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) Rates 13 December 2024 The Department of Defense (DoD) recently released its 2025 BAH rates, which will take effect on January 1, 2025. BAH is a monthly allowance paid to service members to help cover their housing costs. The rates are based on local housing market data … Read more

H.R. 6322: End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism Act Summary H.R. 6322, known as the “End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism Act,” is a proposed law introduced in the United States House of Representatives on December 13, 2024. The bill aims to combat terrorism by restricting financial support to … Read more