Environmental policy of the Donald Trump administration

Recent Amendments to the Buy American Act (BAA) Reinforce SinglePoint Subsidiary, BPA Solutions, Commitment to Offering Products Built and Manufactured in the United States

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

Recent amendments to the FAR Buy American Act requirements will further encourage federal procurement to purchase products made in the U.S. in the future.

Key Points: 
  • Recent amendments to the FAR Buy American Act requirements will further encourage federal procurement to purchase products made in the U.S. in the future.
  • BPA Solutions has applied to become an approved vendor listed on the U.S. General Services Administration Schedule (GSA Schedule).
  • Once approved, BPA Solutions can offer products to federal agencies as well as state and local governments through the Cooperative Purchasing Program.
  • At BPA Solutions , we believe in providing schools with products and services designed to create a healthier, safer school environment.

CLIMATE CHANGE CONSENSUS ENDURES IN FLORIDA

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Newswise -- Seven sequenced surveys conducted by researchers at Florida Atlantic University since October 2019 are painting a comprehensive picture of Floridians' climate resilience attitudes during a period of particularly dynamic political, economic and environmental events.

Key Points: 
  • Climate change appears to have emerged as an abiding and cross-cutting issue that in Florida, at least, has grown in importance despite an explosive array of other events competing for public attention.
  • Belief in climate change among Florida adults has climbed to more than 90 percent, including 84 percent of self-identified Republicans, according to a new analysis of the seven sequenced surveys.
  • For instance, 71 percent of Floridians (57 percent of Republicans) now endorse teaching the science of climate change in K-12 classrooms, and 42 percent (40 percent of Republicans) are willing to pay an extra monthly $10 infrastructure tax to reduce climate change impacts.
  • "Florida may be the first domino to fall of Republican-led states taking robust climate actions despite the national party's distancing of themselves from the climate issue," said Polsky.

True Colors United Announces Dylan Waguespack as Next Chief Executive Officer

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Monday, July 25, 2022

NEW YORK, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, True Colors United's Board of Directors announced Dylan Waguespack as the organization's next Chief Executive Officer. Waguespack, who has been serving as Chief Policy Officer at True Colors United, will immediately assume the role.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, True Colors United 's Board of Directors announced Dylan Waguespack as the organization's next Chief Executive Officer.
  • Waguespack, who has been serving as Chief Policy Officer at True Colors United, will immediately assume the role.
  • "We could not be more excited for him becoming Chief Executive Officer and demonstrating those same qualities as True Colors United navigates the challenging times the world finds itself in.
  • About True Colors United: True Colors United was co-founded in 2008 by Cyndi Lauper.

Samish Opposes Obernolte Amendments to Terminate Samish's Rights as Sovereign

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Friday, June 10, 2022

ANACORTES, Wash. , June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Amendments filed by Rep. Jay Obernolte (R-Calif.), Acting Ranking Member of the House Natural Resources Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States, to the bipartisan H.R. 6181 pose a clear and present danger to the Samish Indian Nation and to the rest of Indian Country. The bill is slated for mark up on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 in full Committee.

Key Points: 
  • 6181 pose a clear and present danger to the Samish Indian Nation and to the rest of Indian Country.
  • 6181 would simply reaffirm that the Indian Reorganization Act, a cornerstone tribal law, applies to Samish.
  • This bill is critical in helping to ensure that Samish is on equal footing with other federally recognized tribes.
  • and Rep. Obernolte before Wednesday, June 15th, to express opposition to the Obernolte amendments.

New Coalition Opposes Activist Attacks on American Innovation

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022

WASHINGTON, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, a collection of 15 groups, including small business, consumer, and taxpayer advocates, launched a new coalition to highlight misguided congressional attempts to overregulate and harm America's job-creating tech sector.

Key Points: 
  • Senator, and sponsored by the National Taxpayers Union (NTU), the coalition will serve as a counterweight to Washington politicians' attacks on our innovators.
  • The coalition will educate the public and advocate for policies that put consumers first, while fostering innovation and attracting new investment.
  • The coalition will use earned and paid media to run a national campaign to engage lawmakers about the dangers of overzealous antitrust enforcement and activist overreach.
  • The coalition's membership includes more than a dozen groups focused on supporting economic growth and promoting innovation.

Congressional Candidate and Former Trump Administration Official, Wayne Johnson Congressional Candidate Takes Command in Debate with Rep. Sanford Bishop

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022

In addition to Johnson and Rep. Bishop, the forum included Republican candidates Vivian Childs of Houston County, Paul Whitehead of Bibb County and Rich Robertson of Peach County.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to Johnson and Rep. Bishop, the forum included Republican candidates Vivian Childs of Houston County, Paul Whitehead of Bibb County and Rich Robertson of Peach County.
  • Equal pay for women and minorities was also part of the issue debate, and again Johnson and Rep. Bishop offered radically different views.
  • Johnson is a rock-solid conservative candidate in the Republican Primary in the 2nd Congressional District covering Middle and Southwest Georgia.
  • Johnson served as a Senior Official within the Trump Administration, was an officer in the U.S. Army and is an Eagle Scout.

The Fenway Institute scientists author a roadmap to federal nondiscrimination regulations

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Friday, February 18, 2022

BOSTON, Feb. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A viewpoint published in JAMA Health Forum provides a roadmap for clinicians trying to navigate federal regulations governing nondiscrimination provisions in health care.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Feb. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A viewpoint published in JAMA Health Forum provides a roadmap for clinicians trying to navigate federal regulations governing nondiscrimination provisions in health care.
  • "Sexual and Gender Minority Health Equity in the Biden Administration" describes the complicated history of federal regulations prohibiting discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in health care settings.
  • Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) prohibits discrimination in any health program or activity receiving federal funding.
  • The Fenway Institute at Fenway Health is an interdisciplinary center for research, training, education and policy development focusing on national and international health issues.

Three Sklar Kirsh Attorneys Selected as Nominees for Leaders in Law Awards

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Thursday, December 9, 2021

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Top boutique law firm Sklar Kirsh announced today that its Founding Partner and Co-Chairman Jeffrey A. Sklar , Partner Brien R. Kelley and Senior Counsel Enrique Monagas havebeen selected as nominees by the Los Angeles Business Journal for its 2021 ' Leaders in Law Awards .'

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Top boutique law firm Sklar Kirsh announced today that its Founding Partner and Co-Chairman Jeffrey A. Sklar , Partner Brien R. Kelley and Senior Counsel Enrique Monagas havebeen selected as nominees by the Los Angeles Business Journal for its 2021 ' Leaders in Law Awards .'
  • The Journal's Publisher and CEO, Josh Schimmels, says the awards "recognize the achievements of leading attorneys and firms who make a significant impact on the Los Angeles business community."
  • Sklar has extensive experience representing clients in media and entertainment, family office, technology, market research, medical devices, restaurants and hospitality.
  • Sklar Kirsh LLPis a boutique law firm that provides sophisticated and expert advice in the areas of corporate, real estate, bankruptcy and entertainment law as well as commercial, real estate and entertainment litigation.

Climate Change Increasingly a Bipartisan Issue in Florida

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Thursday, December 2, 2021

The climate change issue may therefore no longer be an effective campaign trail theme for the state's party leaders as both parties gear up for the mid-term elections.

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  • The climate change issue may therefore no longer be an effective campaign trail theme for the state's party leaders as both parties gear up for the mid-term elections.
  • Party affiliation is, however, linked with differences of opinion about the cause of climate change: approximately half of Florida Republicans, compared to three-fourths of Florida Democrats, believe climate change is largely a human-caused issue.
  • This distinction may explain why the state's Republican leaders appear willing to discuss climate change solutions but not willing to reference the underlying reasons for the changing climate.
  • About Florida Atlantic University:Florida Atlantic University, established in 1961, officially opened its doors in 1964 as the fifth public university in Florida.

Benzinga to Host Fireside Chat with Former Congressman Ryan Costello on Phunware-Enabled Politics

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Tuesday, October 26, 2021

Ryan Costello previously served in the United States Congress from 2015 to 2019, where he focused on digital commerce and technology issues, including privacy, Internet of Things (IoT), cyber security and healthcare IT.

Key Points: 
  • Ryan Costello previously served in the United States Congress from 2015 to 2019, where he focused on digital commerce and technology issues, including privacy, Internet of Things (IoT), cyber security and healthcare IT.
  • Prior to Congress, he served as a Township and County official who regularly dealt with vendors in the technology services procurement process.
  • Mr. Costello also previously served on his local hospitals board of directors.
  • He is now a consultant in Washington D.C., advising energy, technology and healthcare companies on public policy issues involving the federal government.