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02/12/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Historic Venue to Host "Honoring 100 Years of Service, Building the Next 100" Gala Event LOS ANGELES, Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Saturday, February 21, 2026, the Warrior Heritage Foundation (WHF), in partnership with the Los Angeles County Department of Military and Veterans...

02/12/2026   PR Web Government

Historic Venue to Host "Honoring 100 Years of Service, Building the Next 100" Gala Event LOS ANGELES, Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Saturday, February 21, 2026, the Warrior Heritage Foundation (WHF), in partnership with the Los Angeles County Department of Military and Veterans...

02/12/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Alpha Law Group will host its annual 5K for Autism in Sarasota, bringing families together for a free, sensory-friendly event designed to celebrate inclusion, raise awareness, and support children on the autism spectrum. The community-focused event provides a safe, welcoming environment...

02/12/2026   PR Web Government

Alpha Law Group will host its annual 5K for Autism in Sarasota, bringing families together for a free, sensory-friendly event designed to celebrate inclusion, raise awareness, and support children on the autism spectrum. The community-focused event provides a safe, welcoming environment...

02/12/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown condemns EPA’s illegal rescission of greenhouse gas pollution endangerment finding

Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following statement today in response to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) final rule rescinding the 2009 Endangerment Finding, which determined that greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles contribute to air pollution that drives climate change and endangers public health and welfare.

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02/12/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Commits to 25% energy intensity reduction within 10 years WEST BRIDGEWATER, Mass., Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Shawmut Corporation, a global leader in advanced materials and sustainable engineered textile solutions, has joined the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Better Buildings...

02/12/2026   PR Web Government

Commits to 25% energy intensity reduction within 10 years WEST BRIDGEWATER, Mass., Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Shawmut Corporation, a global leader in advanced materials and sustainable engineered textile solutions, has joined the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Better Buildings...

02/12/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Standards organization serves OEMs, technology providers, and dealers MCLEAN, Va., Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Standards for Technology in Automotive Retail (STAR), the leading automotive IT standards organization, announced the election of its 2026 Board of Directors and...

02/12/2026   PR Web Government

Standards organization serves OEMs, technology providers, and dealers MCLEAN, Va., Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Standards for Technology in Automotive Retail (STAR), the leading automotive IT standards organization, announced the election of its 2026 Board of Directors and...

02/12/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

The global student-led 501(c)(3) expands its human-verified translation network to 2,000+ volunteers across 108 countries, bridging the digital divide in 97 languages. LOS ANGELES, Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pragat Foundation, a global student-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit, announced...

02/12/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Report Calls on Congress to Take Immediate Action to Expand Access and Lower Housing Costs Nationwide WASHINGTON, Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), the first and only national volunteer-led, membership-driven organization representing...

02/12/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Last week, the founding members of the Fight Against Federal Overreach, a coalition of pro-democracy elected prosecutors, met in Washington, D.C. to strengthen our ability to defend our communities against federal abuse of power. In addition to meeting with experts in litigation,...

02/12/2026   PR Web Government

The global student-led 501(c)(3) expands its human-verified translation network to 2,000+ volunteers across 108 countries, bridging the digital divide in 97 languages. LOS ANGELES, Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pragat Foundation, a global student-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit, announced...

02/12/2026   PR Web Government

Report Calls on Congress to Take Immediate Action to Expand Access and Lower Housing Costs Nationwide WASHINGTON, Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), the first and only national volunteer-led, membership-driven organization representing...

02/12/2026   PR Web Government

Last week, the founding members of the Fight Against Federal Overreach, a coalition of pro-democracy elected prosecutors, met in Washington, D.C. to strengthen our ability to defend our communities against federal abuse of power. In addition to meeting with experts in litigation,...

02/11/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Armed Forces Insurance announced the 2026 Military Spouse of the Year® Base Winners, honoring military spouses whose leadership strengthens communities worldwide. Honorees advance to branch-level consideration in the program's 18th year. WASHINGTON, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --...

02/11/2026   PR Web Government

Armed Forces Insurance announced the 2026 Military Spouse of the Year® Base Winners, honoring military spouses whose leadership strengthens communities worldwide. Honorees advance to branch-level consideration in the program's 18th year. WASHINGTON, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --...

02/11/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

USAA's continued commitment ensures critical grief support remains free for Families of America's Fallen Heroes. ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) today announced that USAA will serve as the Presenting Sponsor for the...

02/11/2026   PR Web Government

USAA's continued commitment ensures critical grief support remains free for Families of America's Fallen Heroes. ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) today announced that USAA will serve as the Presenting Sponsor for the...

02/11/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Seasoned fundraising executive brings a track record of growing development operations and building collaborative teams. NEW YORK, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Youth INC, a leading venture philanthropy strengthening youth development nonprofits across New York City, today announced...

02/11/2026   PR Web Government

Seasoned fundraising executive brings a track record of growing development operations and building collaborative teams. NEW YORK, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Youth INC, a leading venture philanthropy strengthening youth development nonprofits across New York City, today announced...

02/11/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Effort in Rwanda represents the largest national rollout of the program in Africa to date and one of the largest in the world. CAMBRIDGE, Mass. and KIGALI, Rwanda, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rwanda's Ministry of Education and the Rwanda Basic Education Board (REB), alongside...

02/11/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

The $500,000 grant over two years will support one session of Camp OUTdoors each year as well as the organization's statewide satellite locations. PHOENIX, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- LGBTQ+ youth across Arizona continue to face barriers to safe, affirming spaces and essential...

02/11/2026   PR Web Government

Effort in Rwanda represents the largest national rollout of the program in Africa to date and one of the largest in the world. CAMBRIDGE, Mass. and KIGALI, Rwanda, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rwanda's Ministry of Education and the Rwanda Basic Education Board (REB), alongside...

02/11/2026   PR Web Government

The $500,000 grant over two years will support one session of Camp OUTdoors each year as well as the organization's statewide satellite locations. PHOENIX, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- LGBTQ+ youth across Arizona continue to face barriers to safe, affirming spaces and essential...

02/09/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Citrine Angels today announced the launch of its new Female Funder Panel Series, powered by Citrine Impact, a nonprofit initiative dedicated to creating a more inclusive and accessible pathway into early-stage investing for women. New flagship education program aims to expand women's...

02/09/2026   PR Web Government

Citrine Angels today announced the launch of its new Female Funder Panel Series, powered by Citrine Impact, a nonprofit initiative dedicated to creating a more inclusive and accessible pathway into early-stage investing for women. New flagship education program aims to expand women's...

02/09/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Funds will support general operating expenses including capacity building efforts and support for current programs over the next three years. PHOENIX, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Maggie's Place, a Phoenix-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting homeless pregnant women and their...

02/09/2026   PR Web Government

Funds will support general operating expenses including capacity building efforts and support for current programs over the next three years. PHOENIX, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Maggie's Place, a Phoenix-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting homeless pregnant women and their...

02/09/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Campaign Spotlights Youth Leadership Powering Baltimore's Youth Master Plan, a Youth-led Blueprint for Expanding Opportunity, as Phase Two Launches with a Citywide Call for Community Input BALTIMORE, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Baltimore Children & Youth Fund (BCYF) is...

02/09/2026   PR Web Government

Campaign Spotlights Youth Leadership Powering Baltimore's Youth Master Plan, a Youth-led Blueprint for Expanding Opportunity, as Phase Two Launches with a Citywide Call for Community Input BALTIMORE, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Baltimore Children & Youth Fund (BCYF) is...

02/08/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Brander Group Giving Back brings together our employees and clients to support meaningful causes and create lasting community impact. SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- From the start, Brander Group was build with a simple belief — real success reaches beyond business...

02/08/2026   PR Web Government

Brander Group Giving Back brings together our employees and clients to support meaningful causes and create lasting community impact. SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- From the start, Brander Group was build with a simple belief — real success reaches beyond business...

02/07/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

National restaurant group joins the fight against heart disease in women during American Heart Month WASHINGTON, Feb. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease announces a collaboration with Stanton & Bowery Hospitality to raise...

02/07/2026   PR Web Government

National restaurant group joins the fight against heart disease in women during American Heart Month WASHINGTON, Feb. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease announces a collaboration with Stanton & Bowery Hospitality to raise...

02/06/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Multistate coalition protects about $1.4 billion in K-12 funding for Washington

Attorney General Nick Brown and a coalition of 18 other attorneys general have secured an agreement with the U.S. Department of Education that protects about $1.4 billion funding equal access to education for students from low-income families, English learners, children with disabilities, and other students in Washington state.

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02/06/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

A Warren County jury returned a record $12 million verdict in the county's first civil jury trial in 13 years for a plaintiff severely injured in an October 2021 tractor-trailer crash on Route 78 in Greenwich Township, New Jersey. The verdict included $4 million in compensatory damages...

02/06/2026   PR Web Government

A Warren County jury returned a record $12 million verdict in the county's first civil jury trial in 13 years for a plaintiff severely injured in an October 2021 tractor-trailer crash on Route 78 in Greenwich Township, New Jersey. The verdict included $4 million in compensatory damages...

02/06/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

PDA's diverse Board of Directors brings a diverse set of interests, expertise, and experiences. BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PDA is excited to introduce the all-volunteer 2026 Board of Directors and Officers following fall elections by the membership. I congratulate...

02/06/2026   PR Web Government

PDA's diverse Board of Directors brings a diverse set of interests, expertise, and experiences. BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PDA is excited to introduce the all-volunteer 2026 Board of Directors and Officers following fall elections by the membership. I congratulate...

02/06/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

While Catherine is universally celebrated for her extraordinary career and indelible contributions to film and television, she was also deeply and personally committed to ensuring families experiencing homelessness had stability, dignity, and a place to call home. Over many years, her...

02/06/2026   PR Web Government

While Catherine is universally celebrated for her extraordinary career and indelible contributions to film and television, she was also deeply and personally committed to ensuring families experiencing homelessness had stability, dignity, and a place to call home. Over many years, her...

02/03/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG’s office sues illegal gambling apps that have taken more than $225 million from Washingtonians

Attorney General Nick Brown filed a lawsuit Tuesday against several companies that operate unlicensed electronic gambling applications (casino apps) which have taken more than $225 million from Washingtonians since September 2020. The main companies, Playtika and Aristocrat, do not have licenses to operate their gambling apps in Washington, yet combined they operate 16 apps that more than 150,000 Washingtonians use to engage in gambling activities every month.

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02/02/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown announces $17.85 million in settlements in ongoing drug price-fixing conspiracy case, new complaint against Novartis and subsidiaries

Attorney General Nick Brown and a coalition of 48 states and territories today announced they have won $17.85 million in settlements with Lannett Company, Inc. (“Lannett”) and Bausch Health US, LLC and Bausch Health Americas, Inc. (“Bausch”), to resolve allegations that both companies engaged in widespread, long-running conspiracies to artificially inflate and manipulate prices, reduce competition, and unreasonably restrain trade with regard to numerous generic prescription drugs. 

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01/29/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown opposes federal efforts to prolong detention of immigrant children

Attorney General Nick Brown today joined a multistate coalition of 20 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief opposing the Trump administration’s efforts to terminate a nearly 30-year-old settlement agreement that provides crucial protections against the inappropriate detention of children, including a requirement that they are held in facilities licensed in and subject to oversight by the states in which they reside. 

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01/26/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown names Marsha Chien to head the newly created Worker Rights Unit

Attorney General Nick Brown has named Marsha Chien, a leader with an extensive track record in civil rights and workers’ rights, to serve as the first Unit Chief of the newly created Worker Rights Unit in the Attorney General’s Office (AGO).

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01/26/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Judge rules USDOT illegally withheld funds for EV charging infrastructure

In a multi-state lawsuit co-led by Washington, California, and Colorado, a federal judge issued a final ruling that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) illegally withheld about $1 billion in funding for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program from 20 states and the District of Columbia.

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01/23/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown joins bipartisan group demanding xAI halt creation of nonconsensual sexual content

Attorney General Nick Brown joined a bipartisan group of 35 attorneys general today demanding that xAI, the company that owns both the X (Twitter) social media platform and the AI chatbot Grok, do more immediately to prevent its chatbot from generating nonconsensual intimate images and child sexual abuse material. 

In recent weeks, Grok has made this content publicly available at the click of a button, driving harassment and exploitation that deprives people of control over how their bodies and likenesses are portrayed. 

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01/23/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown joins amicus brief challenging militarized and illegal deployments in Minnesota

Attorney General Nick Brown and a coalition of 19 other attorneys general filed an amicus brief today in support of Minnesota’s lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s extraordinary campaign of lawlessness during its deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Border Patrol to the Twin Cities area of Minneapolis and Saint Paul. 

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01/23/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Un nuevo acuerdo protege la información confidencial de los beneficiarios de SNAP en Washington

El procurador general del estado de Washington, Nick Brown, ha logrado un acuerdo con un proveedor estatal para proteger los datos privados y personales de más de 1 millón de residentes de Washington que reciben beneficios federales de asistencia alimentaria. 

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01/23/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Agreement protects Washington SNAP recipients’ confidential information

Un nuevo acuerdo protege la información confidencial de los beneficiarios de SNAP en Washington

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown has secured an agreement with a state vendor to protect the private, personal data of more than 1 million Washington residents who receive federal food assistance benefits. 

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01/16/2026   Washington Attorney General News
How the Attorney General’s Office used the rule of law to serve Washingtonians in 2025

The Attorney General’s Office released its 2025 Annual Report today, one year after Attorney General Nick Brown took office, to give the public a transparent look at the office’s work to protect Washingtonians and provide legal advice to the state in that time.

“This is a time of widespread mistrust in government,” said Brown. “I have made clear to all my staff across the state that we must strive to do our work in the most transparent way possible. We must endeavor to be the best public law firm in the country. We must show the people that the government works for them.”

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01/14/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Washington prevails in case protecting more than $1 billion in transportation grant funding as Trump administration drops appeal

Pending court approval, case will be fully and permanently resolved in Washington’s favor

The U.S. Department of Justice has dropped its appeal of a judgment permanently blocking the Trump administration’s threat to withhold billions of dollars in annual U.S. Department of Transportation grants from states that do not assist the federal government’s immigration enforcement.

By dropping its appeal, the Trump administration concedes the case, fully resolving it in favor of Washington and the 21 other states that sued the administration in May 2025.

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01/13/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Washington seeks rehearing of illegal, inscrutable DOE order on TransAlta coal power

Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown has filed a request for rehearing over the Department of Energy’s (DOE) illegal, clumsy emergency order forcing a decommissioned coal power plant back into production despite not having the staff, buyers or coal for such work.

“No presidential administration has abused its emergency powers more than this one, and we see it here as they try to force coal power into the homes of consumers who have moved on,” Brown said. “We will take every step necessary to undo this unwanted and unworkable order.”

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01/13/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown sues HHS in 50th lawsuit against federal overreach harming Washingtonians

In his 50th lawsuit against federal overreach since taking office almost one year ago, Attorney General Nick Brown today joined 11 other attorneys general in suing the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for unlawfully conditioning hundreds of billions of dollars in federal funding on states’ agreement to discriminate against transgender people.

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