FACT SHEET: Update on USDA Activities to Contain the COVID-19 Pandemic
WASHINGTON, Mar. 10, 2021 — In January 2021, President Biden released the National Strategy for the COVID-19 Response and Pandemic Preparedness. The plan is driven by science, data, and public health to improve the effectiveness of our nation’s fight against COVID-19 and to restore trust, accountability and a sense of common purpose in our response to the pandemic.
The National Strategy provides a roadmap to guide America out of the worst public health crisis in a century. It is organized around seven goals:
The National Strategy provides a roadmap to guide America out of the worst public health crisis in a century. It is organized around seven goals:
Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on Congressional Passage of the American Rescue Plan Act
WASHINGTON, March 10, 2021 — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack made the following statement today on passage of the American Rescue Plan Act by the U.S. Congress. The bill now goes to President Biden for his signature. For a detailed review, see the USDA fact sheet.
FACT SHEET: United States Department of Agriculture Provisions in H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON, Mar. 10, 2021 – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The legislation is a critical step in getting the U.S. economy back on track, getting children back to school, getting COVID-19 vaccinations to all Americans, and pulling millions out of poverty. Specifically, provisions within the jurisdiction of the U.S.
Record US warehousing demand to continue through 2021
[caption caption="Supply chain uncertainties and disruptions are forcing US retailers to keep more merchandise on hand to prevent stock outages. Photo credit: Shutterstock.com."][/caption]Coming off of the strongest quarter ever for leasing of warehouse space, the US industrial real estate sector projects that strong demand for distribution facilities at seaports, inland...
EPA to Request Additional Input on the Lead and Copper Rule
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JB Automotive in Iowa Settles with EPA After Allegedly Selling ‘Defeat’ Devices
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USDA Extends Free Meals to Children through Summer 2021 Due to Pandemic
WASHINGTON, March 9, 2021 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the nationwide extension of several waivers that allow all children to continue to receive nutritious meals this summer when schools are out of session. These flexibilities are now available through Sept. 30, 2021.
EPA penalizes Arizona Company for selling ‘defeat’ devices
Seattle (March 9, 2021) – Today the U.S.