USDA Rural Development Expands Pilot Program for Single Family Housing Program
The Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program Rural Development provides approved lenders with the ability to offer 100% financed, no money-down loans to eligible low- and moderate-income households in rural areas.
HHSC Encourages Preventive Care During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is encouraging preventive care and screenings for women during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October.
USDA Announces $825 Million for International Food Assistance
Food for Peace will purchase approximately 129,000 metric tons of U.S.-grown commodities to support emergency food assistance in Ethiopia, Kenya, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Haiti.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Your Business and Thriving Locally
Guest columnist Cheryl Conklin of Wellness Central shares practical tips on how to turn an idea into a growing and successful business.
USDA Rural Development Announces $40 Million to Support Technical Assistance
USDA Rural Development is awarding Water and Waste Disposal Technical Assistance and Training Grants.
USDA Opens New $175 Million Program to Expand Rural Nuclear Power Supply
The USDA announced $175 million available in the new Affordable Rural Cooperative Program to boost rural nuclear power.
USDA Launches Effort to Expand Agricultural Exports
After wrapping up in New Zealand, Under Secretary Lindberg will travel to Melbourne to lead the Australia trade mission.
DHS Proposing fee for all H-IB Petitions, Including Advance Degree Exemption
DHS is proposing to establish a $103,265 fee for all H-1B cap-subject petitions, including those eligible for the advanced degree exemption.
Glen Smith Sworn in as Secretary for Rural Development
Glen took his oath of office at a ceremony at the Iowa State Fair on August 21, 2026.
Multistate Lawsuit Challenges California’s Plastics Act
This Act imposed extensive requirements on manufacturers, distributors, and companies that package or ship products in plastic containers or use other types of packaging materials that merely incorporate plastics.
USDA Announces Rural Leadership Appointments
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins recently announced a series of leadership appointments at USDA.
Historic $125 Million Annual Investment in Agricultural Research Infrastructure
The USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture will administer this competitive funding opportunity.
USDA Celebrates 90th Anniversary of Rural Electrification
On May 20, 1936, REA was signed into law, providing funding to advance electricity into rural areas.
500,000 Fewer Texans are on SNAP as Participation Declines Nationally
Advocates say the federal government’s new work requirements and immigration crackdown has limited food stamp participation. The state says the recent decline is part of normal fluctuations in enrollment.
Citing National Security Concerns, Defense Department Delays 54 Wind Projects
The Defense Department is pausing routine federal permits for 165 land-based projects, including dozens in Texas.
DHS Terminates Temporary Protected Status for Yemen
Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem today announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status for Yemen.
Rep. Michael McCaul Calls for Investigation into fatal shooting of Minneapolis Man
Other Texas Republicans have called to double down on sending immigration officers to Minnesota.
Operation PARRIS Targets Fraudulent Refugee Applications
The initial focus is on Minnesota’s 5,600 refugees who have not yet been given lawful permanent resident status (Green Cards).
Trump Says U.S. Will fix Venezuela’s Oil Industry
Texas-based oil companies have largely been silent on Trump’s assertion that they would help to rebuild Venezuela’s oil infrastructure.
USCIS Increases Screening, Vetting of Aliens Working in U.S.
The reduced maximum validity periods for certain categories will result in more frequent vetting of aliens who apply for authorization to work in the United States.