The Biden administration is set to distribute $900 million in rebates to 530 school districts nationwide, aimed at replacing diesel school buses with electric ones. This initiative is projected to facilitate the purchase of over 3,400 new buses, with a staggering 92% of them being electric. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) highlights that this move … Read more
The Biden administration introduced a major initiative on Tuesday at a White House summit aimed at facilitating America’s shift to clean energy sources while modernizing the aging U.S. power grid infrastructure. The initiative, dubbed the “Federal-State Modern Grid Deployment Initiative,” involves collaboration with 21 states, all of which have Democratic governors. The primary goal is … Read more
Biden Administration Expands Healthcare Coverage to Undocumented Immigrants Immigrant Communities in the US: A Step Towards Healthcare Equity According to public news service, the Biden administration has made a big change for immigrants who were brought to the US as children. Starting on November 1st these immigrants will be able to get health insurance. This … Read more
President Joe Biden is set to unveil a series of new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), semiconductors, batteries, solar cells, steel, and aluminum. The tariffs on EVs are poised to surge to 100%, quadrupling the existing tariff of 25%, as disclosed by a source familiar with the impending trade measures. Combatting Unfair Practices and … Read more
As the electric vehicle (EV) revolution charges forward, a notable shift in focus is emerging towards previously overlooked low-income communities. This shift isn’t just about equitable access to green technology but also represents a substantial investment opportunity. In most cases, EV charging stations have predominantly been situated in high-income areas, aligning with the demographic currently … Read more
Two U.S. Senators, Democrat Elizabeth Warren and Republican Roger Marshall, have directed attention to the potential misuse of cryptocurrency to bypass sanctions in countries like Russia, Iran, and North Korea. In a letter addressed to top officials including Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, the lawmakers underscored the need for additional measures … Read more
Millions of salaried workers in the United States are set to benefit from a significant increase in overtime pay, thanks to a new rule released by the U.S. Department of Labor. The rule, finalized under the Biden administration, raises the salary threshold for overtime eligibility, ensuring fair compensation for employees. Starting July 1, the threshold … Read more
Democratic President Joe Biden’s reelection campaign is navigating a complex maze of legal hurdles in Republican-dominated states like Ohio and Alabama, where procedural negotiations have morphed into heated political showdowns. With both states wielding a combined 26 electoral votes, the stakes couldn’t be higher as Biden’s team grapples with looming ballot deadlines that precede the … Read more
In a significant development, shareholders of U.S. Steel have overwhelmingly endorsed the company’s acquisition by Nippon Steel of Japan, signaling robust support for a merger valued at $14.1 billion in cash. At a special investor meeting held on Friday, more than 98% of the shares cast their votes in favor of the takeover, as announced … Read more
Vice President Kamala Harris and Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan have unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at catalyzing clean energy and transportation projects in underserved communities across the United States. The announcement marks a significant step forward in the nation’s efforts to combat climate change while addressing inequities in access to green financing. Transformative … Read more