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TIAA Institute Awards Christina H. Paxson with Hesburgh Award for Leadership Excellence in Higher Education

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Monday, April 17, 2023
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NEW YORK, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After years of leading a university that has spurred economic development, created a more equitable campus community and developed new ways to support undocumented, low-income and first-generation college students, Brown University President Christina H. Paxson is the recipient of the 2023 TIAA Institute Hesburgh Award for Leadership Excellence.

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  • It's presented to a current college or university president or chancellor for outstanding leadership of their institution and broad impact on higher education and society.
  • Paxson was honored for her leadership of Brown initiatives that have improved health, education and economic well-being for residents of Providence and throughout Rhode Island.
  • "I am honored to receive this award celebrating the legacy of Father Hesburgh and his commitment to education and service," Paxson said.
  • Established in 1993, the Hesburgh Award recognizes leadership and commitment to higher education and contributions to the greater good.

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Releases Report: Civil Rights and Protections During the Federal Response to Hurricanes Harvey and María

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights released the report, Civil Rights and Protections During the Federal Response to Hurricanes Harvey and Mara , which examines the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) disaster response and compliance with federal civil rights laws and policies in Texas and Puerto Rico following Hurricanes Harvey and Mara.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights released the report, Civil Rights and Protections During the Federal Response to Hurricanes Harvey and Mara , which examines the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) disaster response and compliance with federal civil rights laws and policies in Texas and Puerto Rico following Hurricanes Harvey and Mara.
  • U.S. Commission on Civil Rights for the first time in its 65-year history examines the civil rights implications of federal disaster response.
  • The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is the only independent, bipartisan agency charged with advising the President and Congress on civil rights and reporting annually on federal civil rights enforcement.
  • Our 56 state and territory Advisory Committees offer a broad perspective on civil rights concerns at state and local levels.

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Establishes New Advisory Committees in U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and American Samoa and Seeks Nominations of Bipartisan Candidates

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021
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The committees are composed of 11 to 15 members and must be bipartisan with a diversity of viewpoints and experiences.

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  • The committees are composed of 11 to 15 members and must be bipartisan with a diversity of viewpoints and experiences.
  • The Commission will appoint the members of each committee to a four-year term by majority vote of the Commission's Commissioners.
  • Commission on Civil Rights Advisory Committees provide independent advice and recommendations to the Commission about civil rights matters within each committee's particular geographical jurisdiction.
  • Our 51 state Advisory Committees offer a broad perspective on civil rights concerns at state and local levels.

Norma V. Cantú Selected as Chair of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

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Friday, April 30, 2021
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b'WASHINGTON, April 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, by unanimous vote, Commissioners of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights have concurred in President Joseph R. Biden\'s appointment of Norma V. Cant as Chair, marking a milestone for the Commission as the first Latina to serve as Chair.\nMs.

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  • b'WASHINGTON, April 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, by unanimous vote, Commissioners of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights have concurred in President Joseph R. Biden\'s appointment of Norma V. Cant as Chair, marking a milestone for the Commission as the first Latina to serve as Chair.\nMs.
  • Ms. Cant joins the Commission with a distinguished record of public service, including eight years as the Assistant Secretary of Education for Civil Rights in the Clinton Administration and most recently, as a member of the Biden-Harris Transition\'s "Agency Review Team" for education.\nThe Chair and Commissioners of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights serve six-year terms.\nThe Commission offers heartfelt thanks to former Chair Catherine E. Lhamon for her four years of tireless service to the Commission.
  • Ms. Lhamon continues working to defend the civil rights of all Americans as Deputy Director of the Domestic Policy Council for Racial Justice and Equity.\n"I am looking forward to advancing the mission of the Commission on civil rights matters facing our Nation today, in collaboration with my esteemed colleagues on the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights," said newly appointed Commission Chair, Norma V. Cant.\nThe U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is the only independent, bipartisan agency charged with advising thePresident and Congress on civil rights and reporting annually on federal civil rights enforcement.
  • Our 51 stateAdvisory Committees offer a broad perspective on civil rights concerns at state and local levels.

National Council on Disability applauds U.S. Commission on Civil Rights’ call to repeal 14(c) subminimum wages

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Thursday, September 17, 2020
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The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights (USCCR), in a new report, has recommended the repeal of Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938.

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  • The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights (USCCR), in a new report, has recommended the repeal of Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938.
  • NCD first issued advice to Congress for the elimination of 14(c) subminimum wages in its 2012 Subminimum Wage and Supported Employment report.
  • USCCRs report, Subminimum Wages: Impacts on the Civil Rights of People with Disabilities is available at: www.usccr.gov .
  • About U.S. Commission on Civil Rights: Established by the Civil Rights Act of 1957, USCCR is the only independent, bipartisan agency charged with advising the President and Congress on civil rights and reporting annually on federal civil rights enforcement.

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Virtual Briefing

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Thursday, July 16, 2020
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On Friday July 17, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time, the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will hold a virtual briefing to evaluate the impacts of COVID-19 on Native Americans.

Key Points: 
  • On Friday July 17, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time, the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will hold a virtual briefing to evaluate the impacts of COVID-19 on Native Americans.
  • The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is the only independent, bipartisan agency charged with advising the President and Congress on civil rights and reporting annually on federal civil rights enforcement.
  • Our 51 state Advisory Committees offer a broad perspective on civil rights concerns at state and local levels.
  • For information about the Commission, please visit www.usccr.gov and follow us on Twitter and Facebook .

Samuel Moultrie Appointed to Delaware Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

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Thursday, May 21, 2020
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WILMINGTON, Del., May 21, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Samuel L. Moultrie , an associate in the Delaware office of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP , has been appointed to the Delaware Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights.

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  • WILMINGTON, Del., May 21, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Samuel L. Moultrie , an associate in the Delaware office of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP , has been appointed to the Delaware Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights.
  • The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, established by the Civil Rights Act of 1957, is an independent, bipartisan agency charged with advising the President and Congress on civil rights issues.
  • In his role, Moultrie, along with other members of the Advisory Committee, will serve as the Commission's "eyes and ears" on the ground and advise the Commission about civil rights matters in Delaware.
  • "I look forward to working with my fellow Advisory Committee members to advance civil rights matters in Delaware."

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Releases Report: Trauma at the Border: The Human Cost of Inhumane Immigration Policies

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Thursday, October 24, 2019
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights released its report ,Trauma at the Border: The Human Cost of Inhumane Immigration Policies.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights released its report ,Trauma at the Border: The Human Cost of Inhumane Immigration Policies.
  • New immigration policies should be precleared by CRCL or another independent body to ensure they do not violate civil rights, prior to causing harm.
  • The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is the only independent, bipartisan agency charged with advising the President and Congress on civil rights and reporting annually on federal civil rights enforcement.
  • The Commission: In our 7th decade, a continuing legacy of influence in civil rights.

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Public Briefing: "Women in Prison: Seeking Justice Behind Bars"

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Wednesday, February 13, 2019
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The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will hold a public briefing to evaluate the civil rights of women in prison, including deprivations of medical needs; implementation of the Prison Rape Elimination Act; and sufficiency of programs to prepare women for life after release.

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  • The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will hold a public briefing to evaluate the civil rights of women in prison, including deprivations of medical needs; implementation of the Prison Rape Elimination Act; and sufficiency of programs to prepare women for life after release.
  • The Commission will examine discipline practices and the impact on families when women are jailed far from home or parental rights are terminated despite a caregiving role.
  • Commissioners will hear from state and federal corrections officials, women who have experienced incarceration, academic and legal experts, and advocates.
  • The Commission will issue a report from this investigation.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Issues Statements and Letters Regarding Important Civil Rights Issues

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Monday, December 10, 2018
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 10, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, by majority vote, adopted several key civil rights positions:

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 10, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, by majority vote, adopted several key civil rights positions:
    Urging the 116th Congress to prioritize civil rights oversight and legislation because of the pressing need to restore our national commitment to civil rights principles.
  • The proposed rule communicates government animus against multiple marginalized communities such as people with limited English proficiency, LGBT individuals, and people with disabilities.
  • The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, established by the Civil Rights Act of 1957, is the only independent, bipartisan agency charged with advising the President and Congress on civil rights matters and reporting annually on civil rights.
  • Our 51 state Advisory Committees offer a broad perspective on civil rights concerns at state and local levels.