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USDA Extends Deadline for Recording Farm Structure
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 28 May 2016 28 May 2016
Washington, DC - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a one-time, 30-day extension to the June 1 deadline for recording farm organization structures related to Actively Engaged in Farming determinations. This date is used to determine the level of interest an individual holds in a legal entity for the applicable program year. Farming operations will now have until July 1 to complete their restructuring or finalize any operational change.
NASA Telescopes Find Clues For How Giant Black Holes Formed So Quickly
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- Written by Sean Porter Sean Porter
- Published: 28 May 2016 28 May 2016
Washington, DC - Using data from NASA’s Great Observatories, astronomers have found the best evidence yet for cosmic seeds in the early universe that should grow into supermassive black holes.
Proposed ESSA Regulation Supports Well-Rounded Education, Protects All Students
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- Published: 28 May 2016 28 May 2016
Washington, DC - In a major step toward implementing the new Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and providing important clarity for parents, students, and educators about the new law, U.S. Secretary of Education John B. King Jr. Thursday announced proposed regulations to implement the law’s accountability, data reporting, and state plan provisions. The regulations would replace the narrow, one-size-fits-all approach that defined ESSA’s predecessor, No Child Left Behind (NCLB), with new flexibility for states and districts; a more holistic approach to measuring a quality education that will help prepare all students for success; and strong protections to ensure the progress of all students.
NIOSH resource helps older workers navigate safe driving
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- Published: 28 May 2016 28 May 2016
Washington, DC - CDC’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) released a new web resource to help employers and workers adopt practices that keep workers age 55 or older safe on the road. The release coincides with Older Americans Month and aligns with the NIOSH Center for Motor Vehicle Safety’s goal to prevent work-related motor vehicle crashes and resulting injuries.
Department of Energy Announces 14 New Projects for Window Efficiency Technologies
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- Written by Green Liver Green Liver
- Published: 28 May 2016 28 May 2016
Washington, DC - The Energy Department’s Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) today announced $31 million in funding for 14 projects as part of ARPA-E’s newest program: Single-Pane Highly Insulating Efficient Lucid Design (SHIELD). SHIELD project teams are developing innovative window coatings and windowpanes that could significantly improve the energy efficiency of existing single-pane windows in commercial and residential buildings.
National Parks BioBlitz Takes Stock of Species in Parks
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- Written by Kathy Kupper Kathy Kupper
- Published: 28 May 2016 28 May 2016
Washington, DC - During two intensive days of exploration and documentation, the National Parks BioBlitz, May 20-21, 2016, captured a vivid snapshot of the unique plant and animal biodiversity in our national parks. The National Park Service and National Geographic event, sponsored by American Express, involved more than 120 national parks and tens of thousands of experts and citizen scientists of all ages and backgrounds.
Big Three Quick Service Burger Chains Vie for the Value Meal Throne As Others Enter the Battle
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- Written by Kim McLynn Kim McLynn
- Published: 28 May 2016 28 May 2016
Chicago, Illinois - Since last fall it has been a game of thrones among the top three quick service burger chains, Burger King, McDonald’s, and Wendy’s, as one after another launched their version of a combo value meal and battled for visitors and quick service dollars, reports The NPD Group, a leading global information company.