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American Global Strategies Announces New Partnership with Skyline Capitol and Retired Congressman Chris Stewart

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Global Strategies LLC (AGS), a leading international advisory and consulting firm, announced their strategic partnership with Skyline Capitol, the new government affairs firm to be headed by recently retired Congressman Chris Stewart (R-UT). The strategic partnership will offer clients a unique series of offerings across the government relations and geopolitical consulting spheres. 

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  • Our strategic partnership with Skyline Capitol continues this tradition, providing deep Capitol Hill experience to help companies navigate today's Washington."
  • Robert C. O'Brien, Chairman of American Global Strategies LLC
    WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Global Strategies LLC (AGS), a leading international advisory and consulting firm, announced their strategic partnership with Skyline Capitol, the new government affairs firm to be headed by recently retired Congressman Chris Stewart (R-UT).
  • Congressman Stewart will be joined at Skyline Capitol by Clay White, his longtime advisor and Chief of Staff.
  • "I'm both grateful and proud to form this strategic partnership with my dear friend, Ambassador O'Brien," said Congressman Stewart.

U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin Engages with Future Mental Health Leaders at The Chicago School’s Chicago Campus

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Friday, August 4, 2023
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CHICAGO, Aug. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A strong supporter of mental health, particularly for children and families, U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, (D-IL), met with future mental healthcare professionals at The Chicago School, one of the nation’s premier psychology graduate schools.

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  • CHICAGO, Aug. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A strong supporter of mental health, particularly for children and families, U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, (D-IL), met with future mental healthcare professionals at The Chicago School, one of the nation’s premier psychology graduate schools.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Senator Durbin to our Chicago campus," said Dr. Michele Nealon, President of The Chicago School.
  • "His visit reaffirms the importance of mental health and underscores our collective responsibility to address the pressing mental health needs of our communities.
  • “I hope we find a way to recognize mental health and speak about it honestly,” said Senator Durbin.

California Senate Approves Wave and Tidal Renewable Energy Bill

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company") commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 - Wave and Tidal Energy ("SB 605").

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company") commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 - Wave and Tidal Energy ("SB 605").
  • The legislative initiative directs the California Energy Commission to work with the relevant California state agencies to study the feasibility and potential for wave and tidal energy development in California and sets deadlines to report its findings to the California Legislature and Governor.
  • "I'm extremely pleased that California is moving fast to implement this historic legislation that will bring wave energy to California," said Inna Braverman, Founder and CEO of Eco Wave Power.
  • The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) found that wave and tidal energy has the technical feasibility to supply 30 percent of the United States' energy needs.

California Senate Approves Wave and Tidal Renewable Energy Bill

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company") commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 - Wave and Tidal Energy ("SB 605").

Key Points: 
  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company") commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 - Wave and Tidal Energy ("SB 605").
  • The legislative initiative directs the California Energy Commission to work with the relevant California state agencies to study the feasibility and potential for wave and tidal energy development in California and sets deadlines to report its findings to the California Legislature and Governor.
  • "I'm extremely pleased that California is moving fast to implement this historic legislation that will bring wave energy to California," said Inna Braverman, Founder and CEO of Eco Wave Power.
  • The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) found that wave and tidal energy has the technical feasibility to supply 30 percent of the United States' energy needs.

Electronics Industry Leaders Call on Congress to Support $100M in PCB Sector Funding

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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Bannockburn, Ill., USA, June 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Senior executives of 26 electronics manufacturing companies from across the United States are calling on the U.S. Congress to support robust funding for reinvigorating the printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing sector.

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  • Bannockburn, Ill., USA, June 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Senior executives of 26 electronics manufacturing companies from across the United States are calling on the U.S. Congress to support robust funding for reinvigorating the printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing sector.
  • The funding also would advance the goals of the CHIPS and Science Act, which aims to ensure the autonomy and resiliency of the U.S. supply chain for semiconductors and advanced electronics.
  • Making these investments is critical to the technological edge that is the hallmark of the U.S. defense industrial base,” the letters say.
  • They are the physical platform upon which microelectronic components such as chips and capacitors are mounted and interconnected.

Senator Portantino Stops Bill To Hold Oil Drillers Liable For Health Impacts On Community In Undemocratic Use of Unilateral Power To Hold Bills In Committee, Says Consumer Watchdog

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SB 556, legislation that gives people who live near oil wells and have developed cancer, respiratory illnesses and birth defects the right to hold oil drillers liable for their illnesses, was held without a vote on the suspense file by the Senate Appropriations Committee. The bill can no longer proceed this year.

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  • Senator Anthony Portantino used his power to stop the bill without a hearing or vote.
  • Oil drillers qualified a referendum that put SB 1137 on hold until voters vote on it in November 2024.
  • Portantino sided with the drillers against the community he represents and allowed oil drillers to continue to recklessly drill without accountability for their actions.
  • We thank Senator Gonzalez for her work to hold the oil industry responsible for the harm they cause.

Cambrian Bio Appoints Health Policy Veteran Adrienne Hallett as Vice President of Global Policy and Strategic Initiatives

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Monday, March 20, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cambrian Bio, a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on treating and preventing chronic diseases of aging, today announces the appointment of Adrienne Hallett as Vice President of Global Policy and Strategic Initiatives. In this new role, Hallett will be working with foundations, government institutions and other groups for investment into Cambrian Bio's pipeline and gaining approval to launch primary prevention trials.

Key Points: 
  • Hallett has over 25 years of health policy experience at the highest levels of the US government.
  • She has drafted dozens of US health laws, including portions of the Affordable Care Act relating to prevention policies and programs.
  • Hallett will engage across Cambrian Bio's operations and companies to envision and implement product-specific strategies designed to increase the availability of Cambrian Bio's products worldwide.
  • Cambrian Bio recently unveiled two new pipeline companies: Isterian Biotech and Amplifier Therapeutics , with more announcements to come later in 2023.

REX American Resources Appoints Former Congresswoman Cheri Bustos to Board of Directors

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Monday, February 13, 2023
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REX American Resources Corporation (NYSE: REX) (“REX” or “the Company”) today announced that Cheri Bustos, 61, has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.

Key Points: 
  • REX American Resources Corporation (NYSE: REX) (“REX” or “the Company”) today announced that Cheri Bustos, 61, has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
  • Bustos will serve as an Independent Director and will increase the size of the Board to nine members, including six independent members.
  • "We are pleased to welcome Cheri to the REX American Resources Board," said Stuart Rose, Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors.
  • Bustos, stated, “I am honored to be a part of REX’s diverse and collaborative Board of Directors and look forward to sharing my experience and business perspective with the Board and REX management team.

Former State Sen. Kelli Stargel joins Florida Polytechnic University

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Thursday, February 9, 2023
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LAKELAND, Fla., Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Former state senator and community advocate Kelli Stargel has joined Florida Polytechnic University in a new role designed to help the all-STEM institution broaden its statewide impact.

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Former state senator and community advocate Kelli Stargel has joined Florida Polytechnic University in a new role designed to help the all-STEM institution broaden its statewide impact.
  • This includes maximizing engagement opportunities for industry partners, donors, business and community leaders, and other major constituent groups throughout the state.
  • "Since the beginning of my political career, I've watched this University grow and meet its mission of educating people in STEM fields, which are vitally needed in our state," Stargel said.
  • "I'll be able to tell the story of what Florida Poly brings to the state, so that others get to be just as excited about what this University can do for Florida."

Hood College to Receive $1M from 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hood College will receive $1 million from congressionally directed spending via the Fiscal Year 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill, secured by U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), to fund two new centers: the Marlene Grossnickle Young '76, H'14, P'09 and Michael S. Young, P'09 Data Driven Frederick Center (DDF) and the Biomedical Research and Training Center.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hood College will receive $1 million from congressionally directed spending via the Fiscal Year 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill, secured by U.S.
  • Funding for these projects comes from congressionally directed spending requested by Senators Cardin and Van Hollen and enacted as part of the fiscal year 2023 omnibus government funding bill.
  • Cardin and Van Hollen presented these projects to the Appropriations Committee as investments designed to benefit the State of Maryland and the Frederick community.
  • With these funds, Hood College will help unlock more opportunity for students in our state," said Senator Van Hollen.