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  • MIL-OSI USA: VIDEO: Senator Peters Releases Statement Ahead of Memorial Day

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Michigan Gary Peters
    DETROIT, MI – U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI), a member of the Armed Services Committee and former Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy Reserve, released a video to honor Memorial Day.
    “Memorial Day is a solemn time to honor and pay respect to the heroic Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation in uniform,” said Senator Peters. “These brave men and women put their lives on the line, not for glory, but for a cause greater than themselves. We stand here today because of their unwavering courage and profound love for our country. Their sacrifice is a debt we can never repay, and never forget.”

    Click here for video of his remarks and see below the text as delivered:
    “As many of us prepare to spend this day with family and friends – let us first reflect on the significance that Memorial Day holds.
    “Memorial Day is a solemn time to honor and pay respect to the heroic Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation in uniform.
    “Across generations, these heroes answered freedom’s call, and ultimately gave their lives, in order to protect our ideals and our way of life as Americans.
    “These brave men and women put their lives on the line, not for glory, but for a cause greater than themselves. We stand here today because of their unwavering courage and profound love for our country. 
    “Their sacrifice is a debt we can never repay, and never forget.
    “Let us also use this day to honor our veterans and Gold Star families who bear the burden of loss, and carry with them the wounds of war.
    “We have a sacred obligation to ensure that all veterans, servicemembers, and their families have access to the benefits that they have earned, including access to quality health care, education, workforce opportunities, and a dignified burial. 
    “As the son of a World War II veteran, and someone who had the privilege to serve in the U.S. Navy Reserve alongside some of the most dedicated men and women I have ever met, I will never stop working to fulfill the promises our country made to our servicemembers and their families.
    “On this Memorial Day, I encourage all Americans to take a moment to pay tribute to the generations of Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines – who answered the call of duty and served our nation with bravery.
    “God bless all of those who have served. God bless all of those currently serving. And God bless the United States of America.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Boozman, Marshall, Warner Lead Measure to Enhance Care for Seniors and Cut Red Tape

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Arkansas – John Boozman
    WASHINGTON—U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS) and Mark Warner (D-VA) introduced the bipartisan Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act, legislation to speed up access to care for Americans enrolled in Medicare Advantage (MA) plans by streamlining the prior authorization process and ultimately allowing healthcare providers to spend more time on patient care rather than administrative burdens.
    This legislation would help physicians better serve the 32.8 million Americans – including the over 300,000 Arkansans – enrolled in a MA plan.
    “Quality, expedited medical care should always be within reach for seniors, and our providers deserve a system that helps them focus on delivering it,” Boozman said. “I’m pleased to join this bipartisan effort to end the inefficient process that delays Medicare Advantage beneficiaries’ evaluations and treatments while removing an unnecessary, bureaucratic burden on clinicians.”
    “Prior authorization is the number one administrative burden facing physicians today across all specialties,” said Marshall. “As a physician, I understand the frustration this arbitrary process is causing health care practices across the country and the headaches it creates for our nurses. With the bipartisan, bicameral Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act, we will streamline prior authorization and help improve patient outcomes and access to quality care.”
    “Our seniors deserve high-quality care delivered in a timely fashion. I am proud to introduce this legislation that takes commonsense steps to modernize the prior authorization process, cutting through red tape, streamlining approvals, and making sure our health care providers are focused on what really matters — supporting their patients,” said Warner. 
    The Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act would:
    Establish an electronic prior authorization process for Medicare Advantage plans, including a standardization for transactions and clinical attachments;
    Clarify the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) authority to establish timeframes for e-prior authorization requests, including expedited determinations, real-time decisions for routinely approved items and services, and other prior authorization requests;
    Require HHS and other agencies to report to Congress on program integrity efforts and other ways to further improve the e-prior authorization process; and 
    Expand beneficiary protections to improve enrollee experiences and outcomes.
    Forty-four senators have cosponsored the bill and companion legislation has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.
    The Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act is supported by the Better Medicare Alliance, Humana and 138 other health care organizations. Here’s what they are saying about the bill: 
    “Prior authorization helps keep health care costs low and ensures seniors are getting the most appropriate care. But the process should be easier. The changes put forth in this legislation are long overdue and will help ensure seniors can get the care they need without delay,” said President and CEO of Better Medicare Alliance Mary Beth Donahue. 
    “Humana’s job is to ensure our members have access to high quality, affordable healthcare.  We support efforts in the House and Senate to move the Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act forward quickly,” said Humana CEO Jim Rechtin. “It is a common-sense approach to making healthcare easier by modernizing the prior authorization process.”
    Text of the bill is available here.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI—Hagerty Joins Mornings With Maria on Fox Business to Discuss Budget Reconciliation, Iran Negotiations, GENIUS Act

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Tennessee Bill Hagerty
    NEW YORK CITY—Today, United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), a member of the Senate Appropriations, Banking, and Foreign Relations Committees and former U.S. Ambassador to Japan, joined Mornings With Maria on Fox Business live in-studio to discuss the budget reconciliation package, President Donald Trump’s negotiations with Iran, and the GENIUS Act.

    *Click the photo above or here to watch*
    Partial Transcript
    Hagerty on the budget reconciliation package: “[Senator] Ron [Johnson] has been focused very much on reducing our debt, reducing our deficit on an annual basis. And I agree with him in principle of what we need to do. But I also would say this: there are many things that don’t get calculated here. If you think about the massive deregulatory thrust that is underway right now, that’s not being captured, the CBO completely missed it. Back in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, they were looking for a $1 trillion revenue decrease. We had actually a massive revenue increase from a tax revenue standpoint. So, I think there’s a lot more to be done. Look, it’s coming to the Senate. I don’t think it’s going to look exactly like it came to us from the House. In fact, there are a lot of people working at pace right now to look for deeper cuts. I’m optimistic. When you add together the deregulatory thrust, the tariff reconciliation that’s going on around the world, and the actual growth components of this bill that are real, they will actually incentivize capital investment. The dynamic aspects of this, again, get missed in the calculations […] At a broad and principle level, the Senate is going to continue to look at means to actually reduce the deficit. Everything that we can accelerate in terms of reductions, we’re going to do that as well. And I think our viewpoint is we have to be responsible. We have to get on the right track here. We’re not going to solve it all in one swoop.”
    Hagerty on urgency to pass the budget reconciliation package: “I actually called up the CEOs of the companies that I had invested in. I served on their boards for years. And I asked them, what are they doing in terms of capital investment, capital planning for 2026? They said, they’re waiting. Everybody’s on hold right now. We need to deliver certainty. And my goal is, without putting a specific date on this, and I called Leader [John] Thune on this as well. I said, look, we’ve got to move this as quickly as we possibly can. I’d love to see it by the 4th of July. Certainly, we need to get it done this summer, because if we don’t, I think capital plans are going to be delayed. We’re not going to see the capital investment we want to see happen so that 2026 is the best year ever. We got to move quickly on that.”
    Hagerty on Trump’s negotiations with Iran: “I think President Trump is absolutely right. Look, I was in his administration. We put maximum pressure on Iran. We had a miss close to a deal in the previous administration. And [Former President] Joe Biden backed off, completely allowed the funds to flow again, and terrorism flowed around the Middle East. We need to maintain maximum pressure. President Trump is doing this, enrichment to the point that they could obtain nuclear grade weapons is absolutely off the table, in my view. This is going to be a tough set of negotiations. The Iranian regime, that theocracy there, has never been easy to deal with. I think the people of Iran seriously need to see change. And these negotiations, I hope, will be very fruitful.”
    Hagerty on Trump’s Middle East trip: “I think he demonstrated that America is back. We’re looking for economic ties. Economic security actually equates to national security these days. That’s a thing of the past to separate the two, and more economic prosperity is going to link our economies together. It’s going to make our security interest aligned. I thought it was a wonderful trip.”
    Hagerty on the GENIUS Act: “This is going to take us into the 21st century. We have a payment system today that was designed in the 1970s and the 1980s. It takes five to ten days to clear a payment here. With the technology available on the chain to actually do this on an almost instantaneous basis, what this will also do is provide regulatory clarity to an industry that’s been seeping offshore. Americans need to lead here. The innovation that we are capable of delivery here is enormous. And also, the benefits of this will be to extend dollar dominance, our reserve currency around the world, because it’ll be used much more in the new digital environment. Additionally, it will stimulate demand for U.S. treasuries because these digital dollars have to be backed up by cash or U.S. treasuries […] A key reason that we’ve brought stablecoin policy to the fore first [is] because this is something that my colleagues do understand. This is simply taking our payment system into the 21st century. It’s stable. It’s dollar denominated. It’s simply that these dollars have to be backed completely by cash or by U.S. treasuries. That’s safe and secure in putting these, sort of, guardrails in place. I think all my colleagues get this, but as you animated, we’re going to move into market structure. This is a complex market. This is a new market that’s evolving rapidly, that’s going to take a great deal more education. It’s going to take a great deal more time. But I’m optimistic as we embrace this piece of legislation, and I’m delighted that we’ve gotten strong, bipartisan support here, that we’re moving in the right direction. And I think that America has got to be, and will continue to be, the leader in this innovative field.”

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Foundations and Evolutions of Structured Trade Finance, Second Edition By Professor Benedict O. Oramah

    Source: Africa Press Organisation – English (2) – Report:

    CAIRO, Egypt, May 23, 2025/APO Group/ —

    Structured Trade Finance (STF) is a highly specialised area of trade finance that has evolved directly from practice. As it grows and becomes more complex in an increasingly risk-based regulatory environment, there is a need for more detailed guidance on this subject. Now in its second edition, Foundations and Evolutions of Structured Trade Finance will provide you with exactly this.

    Written by Dr Benedict O. Oramah, president of Afreximbank and a key figure in the evolution of STF, this book delves into the philosophical foundations and risks associated with trade finance.

    It offers step-by-step guidance on structuring deals, explores the scope of coverage beyond commodities, and examines real-life case studies to draw valuable lessons.

    The new edition has been revised and updated, featuring brand new sections on reserve-based lending, supply chain finance, and new technologies for implementing structured trade finance.

    Publication information

    Author: Dr Benedict O. Oramah

    Publication date: May 2025

    Format: Softback

    Pages: 421

    Price: £195

    ISBN: 9781837230822

    For more information about this title, visit:

    https://apo-opa.co/3ZreaPe

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  • MIL-OSI Video: His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, GAZA & other topics – Daily Press Briefing (23 May 2025) | United Nations

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    Noon briefing by Farhan Haq, Deputy Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

    Highlights:
    – His Holiness Pope Leo XIV
    – Secretary-General/GAZA
    – Occupied Palestinian Territory
    – Chad
    – South Sudan
    – Democratic Republic of the Congo
    – Mozambique
    – Myanmar
    – Colombia
    – Resident Coordinator in Algeria
    – International Days
    – Africa Day
    – Financial Contribution
    – Programming Note

    HIS HOLINESS POPE LEO XIV
    The Secretary-General spoke by telephone with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV. The Secretary-General extended his heartfelt congratulations to His Holiness and expressed his commitment to build on the long legacy of cooperation between the United Nations and the Holy See to advance human dignity, human rights, peace and justice in the world.
    The Secretary-General extended a standing invitation to His Holiness to visit the United Nations. He looks forward to meeting with His Holiness to discuss joint efforts to promote common values in our troubled world. 

    SECRETARY-GENERAL / GAZA
    The Secretary-General, in a press encounter this morning, said that after nearly 80 days in which aid to Gaza had been blocked, a trickle of aid has finally crossed over. In recent days, almost 400 trucks were cleared for entry to Gaza through the Kerem Shalom crossing. But supplies from only 115 trucks have been able to be collected, he said, and nothing has reached the besieged north.  
    The Secretary-General said that all the aid authorized until now amounts to a teaspoon of aid when a flood of assistance is required.
    Mr. Guterres pointed to the need for safety and security mitigation measures to be in place for our convoys. Our staff’s lives are at risk if we continue to be prevented from distributing food parcels and wheat flower directly to the people in desperate need, he warned. 
    At the same time, he said that 80 per cent of Gaza – or four fifths of the territory – has been either designated an Israeli-militarized zone or an area where people have been ordered to leave. 
    The Secretary-General reiterated that the United Nations will not take part in any scheme that fails to respect international law and the humanitarian principles of humanity, impartiality, independence and neutrality.

    OCCUPIED PALESTINIAN TERRITORY
    Regarding U.N. operations in Gaza: Yesterday, we moved another batch of around 100 full truckloads to Kerem Shalom and picked up about 35 from the Palestinian side of the crossing to bring them closer to where people need them in Gaza. As a reminder – supplies we collect usually reached the crossing a day or two earlier, because of the time-consuming procedures at Kerem Shalom. And the truckload sizes don’t exactly match: Inside Gaza, our teams stack an extra layer of pallets on each truck to make the most of the space. Yesterday’s deliveries included more flour, nutrition items and medical supplies.
    Today, the World Food Programme said that 15 truckloads of critical food supplies were looted last night on their way to bakeries. WFP said that hunger, deprivation and anxiety over whether food aid is coming in are all contributing to rising insecurity. WFP appealed for support from Israeli authorities to get far greater volumes of assistance into Gaza – faster, more consistently, and transported along safer routes, as done during the ceasefire. They stressed that the number of bakeries and sites where Gaza’s population can access food must not be limited.
    Even with all the challenges, our teams on the ground say that the little aid that’s getting through is already reaching people in need. A handful of bakeries managed to fire up their ovens yesterday, using flour and fuel we provided, and our partners already picked up the bread for direct distribution. And, in the south, a field hospital has received a much-needed batch of medical supplies this week.
    The World Health Organization warned yesterday that the intensification of hostilities has brought Gaza’s already weakened health system to a breaking point.
    This follows yesterday’s attack on Al Awda hospital, in North Gaza, where patient triage tents, including one provided by WHO, caught fire, burning all medical supplies in the warehouse and destroying vehicles in the basement. WHO’s attempt to reach the hospital yesterday was impeded. And as of earlier today, sources at the hospital tell us that the fire had not been fully extinguished.
    Over the past week alone, four major hospitals have had to suspend medical services because of hostilities, attacks or displacement orders in their areas. That’s Kamal Adwan, Indonesia, Hamad and European Gaza hospitals.
    WHO tells us that 4 per cent of nearly 700 attacks on health care in Gaza since October 2023 were recorded over the past week alone. That’s 28 attacks – or four times the average number of attacks per day. At least 94 per cent of the hospitals in Gaza are now damaged or destroyed, and half of them are no longer operational.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjCw1UThU_w

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  • MIL-OSI Video: TAKE IT DOWN ACT SIGNED INTO LAW 🇺🇸

    Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)

    “I am proud to say that the values of BE BEST will be reflected in the law of the land… We affirm that the well-being of our children is central to our future of our families in America.” –First Lady Melania Trump

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPxOUIiHmjk

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Virtual Care for Lung Health

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    Lung health is important to a Veteran’s overall well-being. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides a variety of virtual care tools designed to help Veterans protect their lung health and address common risks such as smoking, occupational hazards, and environmental factors. In this video, you’ll discover helpful apps and online resources that empower Veterans to manage pulmonary conditions and strengthen their respiratory health.

    All VA apps are available for free on the VA app store. To learn more or access these apps, visit https://mobile.va.gov/appstore. For more information on VA telehealth options, visit https://telehealth.va.gov.

    ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Contents of This Video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

    0:00 – Introduction

    0:25 – VA app store overview

    0:36 – Stay Quit Coach app

    0:52 – SmokefreeVET text messaging program

    1:11– Annie for Veterans

    1:26 – VA Health Chat app

    1:48 – Share My Health Data app

    2:05 – VA Video Connect app

    2:42 – Remote Patient Monitoring program

    3:10 – To access the apps referenced in this video, visit https://mobile.va.gov/appstore.

    3:20 – For more information on VA telehealth options, visit https://telehealth.va.gov.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lo_u_5c5xSY

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Hidden Sources of Sugar and Salt

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    Explores the hidden sources of sugar and salt in everyday foods and beverages, helping you make smarter, healthier choices for your well-being.

    To learn more visit: https://www.healthquality.va.gov/guidelines/cd/obesity/

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRXwAWdK2tI

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Secretary Wright Joins Fox Business’ Varney & Co. – May 23, 2025

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlO8m4eibsQ

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ICE San Juan May 17 arrests

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — ICE San Juan special agents led a multiagency immigration enforcement operation May 17. During this operation, we arrested six Dominican nationals who were illegally present in the United States.

    If you have a current legal status that is running out, this is your reminder to either adjust or renew your status before it’s too late — or leave the country.

    If you don’t have legal status and we encounter you during an immigration enforcement operation, you will be arrested.

    If you are in the United States illegally, self-deport. Spare yourself an ICE arrest.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipaSryH54kU

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  • MIL-OSI Video: The legacy of UN Peacekeeping in Sierra Leone | United Nations

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    When Sierra Leone was emerging from a devastating conflict in the late 1990s, it hosted United Nations Peacekeeping missions to help prevent violence and build peace.

    Despite many challenges, peacekeepers helped restore security, disarm over 75,000 combatants, and supported the country’s journey from war to peace.

    Learn more about peacekeeping missions past and present: peacekeeping.un.org

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kV4AxzDppxA

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Tech CEO Roundtable

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    “This week, I met with CEOs and entrepreneurs in the tech space working to transform how we manage our health. From wearables to real-time apps, advanced tools are giving Americans more control, better insight, and improved outcomes. At HHS, we’re clearing regulatory obstacles so innovation can thrive. New technologies will help us Make America Healthy Again.” – Sec. Kennedy

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    U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) | http://www.hhs.gov

    http://www.Twitter.com/HHSGov | http://www.Facebook.com/HHS http://www.Instagram.com/HHSGov
    http://www.LinkedIn.com/company/us-department-of-health-and-human-services

    HHS Privacy Policy: http://www.hhs.gov/Privacy.html

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUzDQE4STVI

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Mental Health Roundtable

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    “I recently met with mental health advocates and insurers during Mental Health Awareness Month. We’re spending billions on treatments—but too often, we don’t know if they’re working. That’s unacceptable. We’re building an outcomes-based system that delivers real results for patients, families, and employers alike.” – Sec. Kennedy

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    U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) | http://www.hhs.gov

    http://www.Twitter.com/HHSGov | http://www.Facebook.com/HHS http://www.Instagram.com/HHSGov
    http://www.LinkedIn.com/company/us-department-of-health-and-human-services

    HHS Privacy Policy: http://www.hhs.gov/Privacy.html

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gic-bWsMJag

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  • MIL-OSI Video: This Memorial Day, we honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our great nation.

    Source: US National Guard (video statements)

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ymLXCySVko

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Senator Reverend Warnock Statement on Reopening of Some Lake Lanier Parks

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock – Georgia
    Following pressure from Senator Reverend Warnock and Georgia families, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers informed the Senator that they will scale back on the number of indefinitely closed recreational sites at Lake Lanier
    The news follows earlier reports that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was indefinitely closing 23 parks in Georgia, most of which are at Lake Lanier, because of staffing shortfalls ahead of the busy Memorial Day weekend
    According to WSB-TV reporting, the U.S. Army Corps now says it will only close 11 sites
    These staff cuts stem directly from reckless Trump Administration policies, including deferred registration and hiring freezes from the Department of Defense, which oversees the Army Corps of Engineers
    Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) issued the following statement on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers scaling back plans to indefinitely close nearly two dozen Georgia parks, most of which are at Lake Lanier, because of staffing shortfalls:
    “After public outcry from myself and countless Georgians, we prevented more than half of the announced park closures from going into effect. This is welcome news for Georgia families looking forward to enjoying summer days by the lake. But because of this administration’s reckless cuts, parks are still slated to be indefinitely closed. We must continue to speak out: Enough is enough with these reckless cuts, Georgia families deserve better,” said Senator Reverend Warnock.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: Senator Reverend Warnock Offers A Message of Hope On MeidasTouch Network

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock – Georgia
    Senator Reverend Warnock appeared on the MeidasTouch YouTube channel to talk about Washington Republican’s plan to gut Medicaid and to call out President Trump’s unabashed corruption
    Senator Warnock also delivered a message of hope and encouraged Americans to raise their voices in opposition to the Washington Republican Billionaire Tax Giveaway Bill, calling this “a moral moment” for our country
    Senator Reverend Warnock: “Don’t give in to those who are trying to weaponize despair. Don’t give in to those who are trying to rob you of hope, and thus the willingness to stand up and fight… It’s about the power in the people. We are strong, and it’s our moment to stand up”
    Washington, D.C. – On Wednesday, Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) appeared on the MeidasTouch network with host Ben Meiselas to discuss the massive cuts to Medicaid in Washington Republicans’ “Big Ugly Bill.”
    Senator Warnock encouraged Americans to remain hopeful during these difficult times and encouraged people to use their voices to speak out against cuts to Medicaid, calling this a “moral moment” for our country.
    Senator Warnock called out Republicans for their attempts to “weaponize despair,” emphasizing that, “They’re trying to convince us that in this flooding of the zone, they’ve already won the fight, and I can tell you that as an heir to the Civil Rights Movement, as pastor of the very church where Martin Luther King Jr. served, as someone who had the humble privilege of serving as John Lewis’s pastor, I’m not about to buy that lie any more than I buy any of the other lies that they sell.”
    He also encouraged Americans to remain hopeful and continue raising their voices to oppose the unpopular Billionaire Tax Giveaway Bill: “We are not without hope, and my party may be out of power, but we are not without power. And every single day, I intend to use my power, use my voice, to raise these issues.”
    “It’s not about the people in power. It’s about the power in the people. We are strong, and it’s our moment to stand up,” added Senator Warnock.
    Senator Warnock, a member of the Senate Finance Committee which oversees the federal tax code, has come out in strong opposition to the U.S. House-passed GOP tax bill. The Senator supports a tax code that lifts up ordinary people, which is why he is a leading advocate for expanding the Child Tax Credit and making child care more affordable through targeted expanded tax credits.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Attorney General Bonta Leads Multistate Coalition in Opposing HHS Rollback of Protections for Unaccompanied Children

    Source: US State of California

    OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta today, leading a coalition of 19 attorneys general, submitted comments opposing the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) interim final rule that makes significant changes to the 2024 Unaccompanied Children Program Foundational Rule (Foundational Rule). In their letter, the attorneys general express their strong concern with the interim final rule’s removal of provisions prohibiting the Office of Refugee Resettlement from: (1) disqualifying potential sponsors for unaccompanied children based solely on their immigration status, (2) collecting information on the immigration status of potential sponsors for law enforcement or immigration enforcement related purposes, and (3) sharing immigration status information about sponsors with law enforcement and immigration enforcement related entities. The coalition argues that these changes will deter prospective sponsors, many of whom are parents or close relatives, from coming forward to sponsor unaccompanied children, prolonging the time these children spend in federal custody.

    “As Attorney General, I’m committed to ensuring all children — including immigrant children — have a safe, caring environment to call home,” said Attorney General Bonta. “The changes HHS seeks to implement would do nothing for unaccompanied children but prolong their stay in federal custody and reduce the availability of safe, protected homes. Many of the sponsors that would be disqualified by these changes are parents or close relatives of these children. I urge HHS to keep these families together and reconsider this damaging, and potentially unlawful, rule.”

    Attorney General Bonta and the multistate coalition have a strong interest in protecting the rights of unaccompanied immigrant children, as many of these children will eventually be released to sponsors in their states. In fiscal year 2024, approximately 10,800 unaccompanied children were released to sponsors in California — 11 percent of all unaccompanied children released to sponsors that year and the second-highest number of released children after Texas. These children become important members of their communities, students in their schools, and eventually, parents of their own families. Forcing these children to spend prolonged time in federal custody will make it more difficult for them to thrive in their communities upon release. A robust body of research shows that prolonged time in immigration custody is particularly harmful for children’s physical and mental health and disrupts their development.

    In the comment letter, the attorneys general express their strong concern with both the substance of HHS’s rulemaking and HHS’s decision to make this significant regulatory change through an interim final rule rather than providing notice and sufficient opportunity for the public to comment, as required under the Administrative Procedure Act (APA). HHS has failed to adequately justify its determination that there is good cause to exempt this action from the APA’s notice and comment requirements.

    Unaccompanied children already within our borders need more protection, not less. Attorney General Bonta previously led a multistate coalition in support of the Foundational Rule’s expansion of protections for unaccompanied children that have now been rescinded. In today’s letter, a similar coalition urges HHS to withdraw the interim final rule and provide the public with notice and the opportunity to comment on any future proposal to rescind these protections. 

    In sending the comment letter, Attorney General Bonta leads the attorneys general of Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington.

    A copy of the letter can be found here.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Governor Lamont Announces Three-Year Agreement To Provide Wage Increases for Direct Care Workers in Nursing Homes and Group Homes

    Source: US State of Connecticut

    (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that his administration has reached a three-year agreement with SEIU 1199 NE that will result in significant wage increases for direct care workers in Connecticut’s nursing homes and group homes. As a result, the union has withdrawn its plans to strike.

    “The workers in our nursing homes and group homes provide critical support and care to our most vulnerable residents, and in doing so, deserve salaries that reflect their dedicated work,” Governor Lamont said. “I am proud to reach an agreement that provides workers with a significant increase in their compensation for the next several years, while also addressing the workforce crisis facing many of our nursing and group homes. This deal protects and maintains continuity of care for thousands vulnerable seniors and individuals with disabilities. I appreciate SEIU 1199 and their President Rob Baril for working with state leaders to reach a fair deal.”

    “I’m happy that the governor and lawmakers saw the true value of healthcare workers like me,” Johannah Alabi, a CNA and one of the healthcare workers who participated in negotiations with Governor Lamont’s office, said. “The last thing we wanted to do was go on strike – we’d rather remain with our residents who need us. We’re looking forward to continuing to provide care while also feeling respected and supported for the hard work we do.”

    The agreement includes incremental increases in Medicaid for nursing homes and group homes over the next three years that creates a pathway to increase wages for certified nursing assistants to $26 per hour by January 1, 2028.

     

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Health Care Access Expanded for Major Sporting Events

    Source: US State of New York

    overnor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation authorizing out-of-state and county medical professionals to provide health care services during major upcoming sporting events including the Ryder Cup and 2026 FIFA World Cup.

    “From the Ryder Cup to the World Cup, New York is teeing up a marquee slate of sporting events — inviting fans around the world to celebrate their teams, athletes and everything our state has to offer,” Governor Hochul said. “That’s why I’m signing legislation to ensure our visitors have all the support they need to succeed on and off the field.”

    Legislation S.7620/A.8147 authorizes certain health care professionals licensed or certified by a foreign government or another state or territory to provide services in the state in connection with the 2025 Ryder Cup.

    State Senator Monica R. Martinez said, “The 2025 Ryder Cup will bring many of the world’s greatest golfers to Long Island, and with them, the medical professionals they rely on to stay at the top of their game. This temporary authorization recognizes that these providers are essential members of a pro’s team and helps ensure athletes can compete with the care they know and trust. I’m grateful to my colleagues in the Legislature and to the Governor for signing this bill and, for a few days, helping to make Farmingdale the center of the golfing world.”

    Assemblymember Judy Griffin said, “I am delighted that Long Island’s Bethpage Black Course will be hosting the Ryder’s Cup for the very first time this year. I’m proud to have sponsored this legislation, which ensures that visiting qualified health professionals can provide medical care to their teams. I am pleased to have been able to help facilitate this historic event on Long Island and am grateful to the collaborating medical teams who will help make this event a success.”

    Legislation S.7623/A.8149 authorizes certain medical professionals certified by a foreign government or another state or territory to provide medical services during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 and the FIFA World Cup 26.

    State Senator José M. Serrano said, “The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 and the FIFA World Cup 26 will bring the eyes of the world to New York. This legislation ensures that certified providers from other states and countries can continue to care for their athletes throughout these historic events. I’m deeply grateful to my colleagues in the Legislature and to the Governor for signing this important bill and helping make New York a welcoming and world-class host on the global stage.”

    Assemblymember Jon D. Rivera said, “The World Cup is one of the greatest sports spectacles on the planet. Given the international attention and participation this tournament draws, there are a host of rules and regulations that dictate how medical services can be provided to elite athletes within the country where the tournament is being held. This legislation will allow those services to be provided by medical professionals, regardless of their country of origin, to the players, coaches, staff, and foreign delegations, so that the tournament will feature the highest quality of soccer possible with reduced injuries. New York and the rest of the host sites for the 2026 FIFA World Cup deserve a tournament to be remembered, and I was proud to sponsor this legislation to promote a safe, healthy experience for everyone involved.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: State sends more money to local governments: Governor Newsom funds additional $56 million to reduce youth homelessness

    Source: US State of California 2

    May 23, 2025

    What you need to know: California is providing $56 million in grants to help counties provide services for young adults at risk of homelessness.

    SACRAMENTO – Continuing California’s success in reducing homelessness in youth, Governor Gavin Newsom and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) today announced $56 million awards to help 52 California counties provide housing and supportive services to young adults at risk of homelessness. The funds will help counties prevent homelessness by providing services for youth transitioning out of foster care or probation systems in California. Last year, California reduced the number of youth experiencing homelessness, and saw a smaller increase in unsheltered homelessness than 44 other states. This is in part due to programs such as this one, which has helped 14,048 young adults since 2020.

    “California will continue to support our local governments in their efforts to address homelessness. California has provided unprecedented resources to counties and local communities to help their residents in need. We will continue to work together to help them address these local issues and ensure those experiencing homelessness have the support and care they need.”

    Governor Gavin Newsom

    There are currently an estimated 9,871 young adults between the ages of 21 and 24 in California who exited foster care at age 18 or older, and another 3,000 young adults exit foster care in California each year. Studies have shown that those exiting the foster care or probation system face disproportionately higher rates of homelessness, with unaccompanied youth up to age 24 comprising 10 percent of California’s homeless population. Researchers and advocates also cite lack of stable housing as a significant barrier to continuing education for current and former foster youth.

    “These grants will provide vital services to our young adults as they transition out of foster care and probation system so that they are able to access housing and wrap-around supports,” said Tomiquia Moss, Business, Consumer Services and Housing Secretary. “In partnership with counties, these state resources will create pathways to stable housing and independent lives.”

    These awards were granted by the Transitional Age Youth programs administered by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), which include the Transitional Housing Program, the Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program, and the Transitional Housing Plus Housing Supplement Program.

    “Many young adults exiting the foster care or probation systems face homelessness and need resources and guidance to thrive,” said HCD Director Gustavo Velasquez. “These programs, and the important partnership with our counties, helps our vulnerable youth receive the tools and support they need to secure and maintain housing and succeed in the future.”

    The $56 million in awards announced today are allocated to counties based on need as demonstrated by each county’s percentage of the statewide total of young adults who are currently or formerly in the foster care or probation systems. The awards include:

    • Transitional Housing Program which helps county child welfare agencies identify and assist with housing resources and improve service coordination. Today’s announcement includes $33.3 million in THP awards to 52 counties.
    • Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program, which provides counties funding to train child welfare agency social workers and probation officers working with non-minor dependents as housing navigators with a broad understanding of available housing resources. Today’s announcement includes $13.7 million in HNMP awards for 51 counties.
    • Transitional Housing Plus Housing Supplement Program, which allocates grants to assist young adults who have exited foster care on or after their 18th birthday in counties with the state’s highest market-rate apartment rental costs. Today’s announcement includes $9 million in THP-SUP awards to six counties.

    With the investment announced today, the three programs will have funded housing assistance for 14,048 young adults ages 18 to 24 since 2020.Of the counties eligible to receive TAY funding this round, 52 of 56 accepted THP awards; 51 of 56 counties accepted HNMP awards; and all six counties eligible for THP-SUP accepted their awards. Counties that declined awards even after receiving technical assistance from HCD indicated a combination of low TAY caseload and insufficient staffing to stand up a new program. Consistent with previous years, any funds that were declined were redistributed to eligible counties with the highest demonstrated need.

    The Point in Time Count for homelessness among the age group served by TAY dropped from 11,403 in 2020 to 9,908 in 2022, and again to 8,569 by 2024.

    Visit the TAY Program webpage for more information on HCD’s TAY programs and today’s awards.

    Counties receiving funding from today’s announcement include:

    • Alameda
    • Amador
    • Butte
    •  Calaveras
    • Colusa
    • Contra Costa
    • El Dorado
    • Fresno
    • Glenn
    • Humboldt
    • Imperial
    • Kern
    • Kings
    • Lake
    • Lassen
    • Los Angeles
    • Madera
    • Marin
    • Mariposa
    • Mendocino
    • Mono
    • Monterey
    • Napa
    • Nevada
    • Orange
    • Placer
    • Plumas
    • Riverside
    • Sacramento
    • San Benito
    • San Bernardino
    • San Diego
    • San Francisco
    • San Joaquin
    • San Luis Obispo
    • San Mateo
    • Santa Barbara
    • Santa Clara
    • Santa Cruz
    • Shasta
    • Siskiyou
    • Solano
    • Sonoma
    • Stanislaus
    • Sutter 
    • Tehama
    • Trinity
    • Tulare
    • Tuolumne
    • Ventura
    • Yolo
    • Yuba

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Statement from Governor Lombardo on Senate Bill 451

    Source: US State of Nevada

    CARSON CITY, NV – May 22, 2025

    Yesterday, Governor Joe Lombardo received Senate Bill 451 (SB451) from the Nevada State Legislature, and he signed it into law.

    “I signed Senate Bill 451 because it maintains essential funding for police officers in Southern Nevada,” said Governor Joe Lombardo. “Without this legislation, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) would lose nearly 25% of its police force, which would be an untenable loss for law enforcement and deeply detrimental to the safety of Clark County and its millions of residents and visitors. SB451 is not a new tax or a tax increase, and the extension of this voter-approved measure is critical for ongoing public safety efforts in Southern Nevada.”

     Background:
    • Taxpayers will not see an increase to their property tax bill as a result of SB451.

    • The current revenue supports approximately 860 police officer positions (which represents 25% of current authorized police force).

    • To be clear, the fundamental question presented by SB451 is whether the tax dollars in question should continue to support 860 police officers or whether those same dollars should become windfall revenue for other government entities. The Governor believes the answer to this question is clear: these dollars should ensure that public safety in Southern Nevada is not compromised.

    • Nevada Revised Statutes limits annual increases to property taxes to no more than 3% for residential properties and no more than 8% for commercial properties. The vast majority of properties are taxed well below the value of their property due to these partial tax abatements. As a result, 92% of taxpayers currently receive a discount to their annual tax bill. Discontinuing the current levy will reduce the amount of taxes that are abated but not the amount of taxes that are actually paid for the vast majority of taxpayers in Clark County.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Sniffing out crime and fentanyl, new K-9 teams announced

    Source: US State of California 2

    May 23, 2025

    What you need to know: Six canine officers joined the force to fight back against crime and drug trafficking — the first class trained from day one to detect fentanyl.

    Sacramento, California – After months of specialized and intensive training, six K-9 teams joined the California Highway Patrol (CHP) to focus on improving public safety and tackling fentanyl abuse. 

    Five Belgian Malinois and one German Shepherd join their human partners on a mission to detect narcotics, explosives, and criminal suspects. This graduating class is the first to include canines trained to detect the scent of fentanyl from the beginning of their instruction — a proactive move to combat California’s opioid and fentanyl crisis.

    With every class of canine officers, we add specialized capacity to meet the needs of the changing criminal landscape. These K-9 teams will be taking dangerous drugs off the streets and keeping communities safer.

    Governor Gavin Newsom

    The patrol and narcotics focused teams complete 440 hours of criminal apprehension and narcotics detection training, while the narcotics specific teams complete a minimum of 240 hours of training – for the first time ever training specifically on fentanyl apprehension. The explosives specialized teams complete 600 hours of training. All teams met the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) guidelines and will continue to train at least eight hours a week to maintain peak readiness.

    There are 50 active K-9 teams statewide. This class includes:

    • Three Patrol and Narcotics Detection Canine teams
    • One Patrol and Explosives Detection Canine team
    • Two Narcotics Detection Canine teams

    “These new K-9 teams have demonstrated incredible dedication and skill throughout their training,” said CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee. “They’re not just protecting our communities—they’re enhancing our department’s ability to fight crime and save lives.”

    The new teams represent various regions across the state, with officers from the CHP’s Coastal, Golden Gate, Valley, Border, and Inland field divisions. These handlers bring departmental experience, ensuring seasoned leadership behind each K-9. In 2024 alone, CHP K-9 teams helped seize nearly 823 pounds of fentanyl, showcasing their critical role in the fight against illegal drugs.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Statement from Governor Lombardo on Assembly Bill 530

    Source: US State of Nevada

    CARSON CITY, NV – May 22, 2025

    Earlier this week, Governor Joe Lombardo received Assembly Bill 530 (AB530) from the Nevada State Legislature, and he signed it into law.

    “Fuel Revenue Indexing (FRI) supports critical transportation infrastructure across Southern Nevada, and Assembly Bill 530 enables the Clark County Commission to take timely action on this issue through a two-thirds vote,” said Governor Joe Lombardo. “I would have strongly preferred that AB530 go before Southern Nevada voters directly. To avoid similar situations in the future, my office is exploring a statutory amendment to require all sunset bills to automatically go back to the ballot before the sunset expires. Politicians should not be the sole arbiters of sunset extensions, and if passed, this amendment would return the vote to the people.”

    Background on Fuel Revenue Indexing (FRI):
    • Since its initial approval, FRI has been instrumental in creating over 20,400 jobs that need to be sustained.

    • FRI is set to expire on December 31, 2026 and has earlier deadlines for bonding. A delay in approval could jeopardize critical transportation projects.

    • Southern Nevada will face a severe transportation system funding shortfall without FRI, and roadway maintenance and construction funding would decrease by two-thirds from $300 million to $100 million per year.

    • With this significant decrease in roadway funding, Nevadans would see increased traffic delays, project cancellations, and inadequate maintenance of roads across the Las Vegas Valley, which would lead to significant safety hazards.

    • Southern Nevada currently has 179 unfunded projects totaling $2.7 billion – projects deemed essential by local jurisdictions. This unfunded project list, however, does not include needed infrastructure in key economic growth areas like Apex, El Dorado Valley, Ivanpah Valley, Sloan, and the Southern Nevada Supplemental Airport.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Following illegal Senate vote, California and 10 other states launch Affordable Clean Cars Coalition

    Source: US State of California 2

    May 23, 2025

    What you need to know: California is helping launch an 11-state coalition that will work together to sustain the transition to affordable clean cars.

    SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom announced today that California would join an 11-state coalition to advance clean cars. This follows yesterday’s illegal vote in the U.S. Senate to attempt to revoke California’s authority to set its own clean air standards. 

    The Affordable Clean Cars Coalition — led by the U.S. Climate Alliance — will sustain America’s transition to cleaner and more affordable cars, support U.S. automotive manufacturers and workers, and preserve states’ clean air authority.

    Participating states include: California, Colorado, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, and Washington.  

    The federal government and Congress are putting polluters over people and creating needless chaos for consumers and the market, but our commitment to safeguarding Americans’ fundamental right to clean air is resolute.

    We will continue collaborating as states and leveraging our longstanding authority under the Clean Air Act, including through state programs that keep communities safe from pollution, create good-paying jobs, increase consumer choice, and help Americans access cleaner and more affordable cars.

    As we consider next steps for our clean vehicle programs, our states will engage stakeholders and industry to provide the regulatory certainty needed while redoubling our efforts to build a cleaner and healthier future.

    Governors Gavin Newsom, Jared Polis (CO), Matt Meyer (DE), Maura Healey (MA), Wes Moore (MD), Phil Murphy (NJ), Michelle Lujan Grisham (NM), Kathy Hochul (NY), Tina Kotek (OR), Dan McKee (RI), and Bob Ferguson (WA)

    States participating in the coalition will work together to develop solutions that make cleaner vehicles more affordable and accessible to all Americans who want them, including by reducing cost barriers, increasing availability of options, and expanding accessible charging and fueling infrastructure. They will also defend their longstanding authority under the Clean Air Act to adopt transportation solutions and explore options for next-generation standards.  

    The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of 24 governors representing approximately 60% of the U.S. economy and 55% of the U.S. population.

    California’s climate leadership

    Pollution is down and the economy is up. Greenhouse gas emissions in California are down 20% since 2000 – even as the state’s GDP increased 78% in that same time period.

    The state continues to set clean energy records. Last year, California ran on 100% clean electricity for the equivalent of 51 days – with the grid running on 100% clean energy for some period two out of every three days. Since the beginning of the Newsom Administration, battery storage is up to over 15,000 megawatts – a 1,900%+ increase.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Army completes review of May 1 DCA flight event

    Source: United States Army

    After a thorough review of air traffic control (ATC) communications, flight procedures, and the event timeline, the Army found no deviations from approved flight paths and no risk of intersecting air traffic. The helicopter, a UH-60M Black Hawk operating under call sign PAT 23, was landing at the Pentagon at the time of the incident and was not carrying any passengers.
    The aircraft’s location was continuously broadcast via its Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast (ADS-B) Out system throughout the flight. (Photo Credit: ADS-B Exchange, ADSBexchange.com)     VIEW ORIGINAL

    WASHINGTON — The U.S. Army has concluded its internal review of the May 1, 2025, air traffic incident involving Army helicopter PAT 23 and two commercial aircraft on approach to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

    After a thorough review of air traffic control (ATC) communications, flight procedures, and the event timeline, the Army found no deviations from approved flight paths and no risk of intersecting air traffic. The helicopter, a UH-60M Black Hawk operating under call sign PAT 23, was landing at the Pentagon at the time of the incident and was not carrying any passengers.

    The aircraft’s location was continuously broadcast via its Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast (ADS-B) Out system throughout the flight.

    DCA ATC directed go-arounds for two commercial aircraft—Delta 1671 and RPA 5825—out of an apparent abundance of caution. The first go-around occurred before PAT 23 arrived at the Pentagon helipad and was the result of an issue with sequencing of air traffic by DCA Tower. The second occurred during PAT 23’s subsequent traffic pattern and was based on conflicting positional data from legacy tracking systems.

    Upon its first approach, PAT 23 initiated a go-around due to a delay in clearance from the Pentagon Tower. The maneuver was executed in accordance with standard procedures and communicated directly to DCA Tower.

    The Army supports ongoing efforts to modernize air traffic control systems, including initiatives led by Secretary Duffy to address inconsistencies caused by legacy technologies.

    “We are committed to safe and professional aviation operations in all airspace,” said Brig. Gen. Matthew Braman, director of Army Aviation. “We continue to work closely with the FAA to update procedures prior to resuming Pentagon flight operations in support of national security missions.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: NASA Awards Project Support Bridge Contract

    Source: NASA

    NASA has awarded a bridge contract to ASRC Federal System Solutions LLC of Beltsville, Maryland, to provide financial support and project planning and control services to the agency.
    The Program Analysis and Control Bridge Contract has a total potential value up to $98 million with a 13-month period of performance beginning Saturday, May 24. The contract includes both cost-plus-fixed-fee and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity components.
    The scope of the work includes business functions such as accounting, scheduling, documentation and configuration management, as well as security compliance. The work will occur at NASA Headquarters in Washington, Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, and Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia.
    For information about NASA and agency programs, visit:

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    Tiernan DoyleHeadquarters, Washington202-358-1600tiernan.doyle@nasa.gov
    Jeremy EggersGoddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, Maryland757-824-2958jeremy.l.eggers@nasa.gov

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  • MIL-OSI USA: McDowell County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center closed for Memorial Day, permanently closing Thursday, May 29

    Source: US Federal Emergency Management Agency

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    , Disaster Recovery Center closed for Memorial Day, permanently closing Thursday, May 29

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    , Disaster Recovery Center closed for Memorial Day, permanently closing Thursday, May 29

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     – The FEMA-West Virginia Disaster Recovery Center in McDowell County will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday and is scheduled to close permanently Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 6 p

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    The McDowell County center offers the last in-person opportunity for survivors of the Feb

    15-18, 2025, floods to follow up on their applications for FEMA assistance

    Information for the center:McDowell County Disaster Recovery CenterBradshaw Town Hall10002 Marshall HwyBradshaw, WV 24817 Hours of operation:Tuesday to Thursday: 9 a

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    Closed Memorial DayClosing permanently Thursday, May 29, at 6 p

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     Survivors do not have to visit a disaster center to communicate with FEMA

    They can call 800-621-3362 (FEMA)

    The toll-free telephone line operates from 7 a

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    , seven days a week

    If you use a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA the number for that service

    They can also go online to DisasterAssistance

    gov or download the FEMA app on their smartphone

    If you have received a letter from FEMA about your application status, contact FEMA to learn more about next steps

      Staff can help you submit additional information or supporting documentation for FEMA to continue to process your application and answer any questions you may have

    For more information on West Virginia’s disaster recovery, visit emd

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    ###FEMA’s mission is helping people before, during and after disasters

    Follow FEMA online, on X @FEMA or @FEMAEspanol, on FEMA’s Facebook page or Espanol page and at FEMA’s YouTube account

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Moon and Flag at NASA Michoud

    Source: NASA

    Just after sunrise, the waning gibbous moon sets just behind a waving United States flag on March 19, 2025, in this image from NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans. The waning gibbous moon phase comes after the full moon. As the Moon begins its journey back toward the Sun, the opposite side of the Moon now reflects the Moon’s light. The lighted side appears to shrink, but the Moon’s orbit is simply carrying it out of view from our perspective. The Moon also rises later and later each night.
    Image credit: NASA/Michael DeMocker

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  • MIL-OSI USA: President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Nebraska

    Source: US Federal Emergency Management Agency

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    Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Nebraska

    President Donald J

    Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Nebraska

    WASHINGTON — FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Nebraska to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm and straight-line winds from March 18-19, 2025

    Public Assistance federal funding is available to the state, tribal and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair and replacement of facilities damaged by the severe winter storm and straight-line winds in Boone, Burt, Butler, Cass, Clay, Colfax, Cuming, Dodge, Douglas, Fillmore, Hamilton, Jefferson, Johnson, Lancaster, Nuckolls, Otoe, Platte, Polk, Saline, Sarpy, Saunders, Seward, Thayer, Thurston, Washington, Webster and York counties

     Hannah Penn has been named as the Federal Coordinating Officer for federal recovery operations in the affected area

    Additional designations may be made at a later date if requested by the state and warranted by the results of further damage assessments

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  • MIL-OSI USA: President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Missouri

    Source: US Federal Emergency Management Agency 2

    ASHINGTON — FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Missouri to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from March 30 – April 8, 2025.
    Public Assistance federal funding is available to the state and eligible local governments and certain nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of disaster-damaged facilities in Bollinger, Butler, Cape Girardeau, Carter, Cooper, Douglas, Dunklin, Howell, Iron, Madison, Maries, Mississippi, New Madrid, Oregon, Ozark, Pemiscot, Reynolds, Ripley, Scott, Shannon, Stoddard, Texas, Vernon, Wayne and Webster counties.
    David R. Gervino has been named as the Federal Coordinating Officer for federal recovery operations in the affected area. Additional designations may be made at a later date if requested by the state and warranted by the results of further assessments. 

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