All Policy & Public Interest

The latest news regarding all matters of policy and public interest. This section contains releases regarding issues of government, international relations and trade, politics, education, economics, law, welfare, advocacy, and charity concerns. Learn about recent policy decisions as well as important campaigns, strategies, and protests in all areas of public interest. Also included are poll results, statistical information and announcements, and legal news.

The National Association of Mortgage Brokers Expresses Strong Support Loan Officer Compensation Reform

Lender-Paid Compensation is a legitimate and consumer-beneficial method of structuring mortgage transactions WASHINGTON, June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), the first and only national volunteer-led and membership-driven organization...

NFPA Launches Major Public Information Campaign to Raise Awareness and Defend the U.S. System of Safety Standards Amid Growing Threats

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) has launched a major public awareness campaign to educate the public and policymakers about the critical role of safety codes and standards and to defend the life-saving system against growing threats. The campaign also advocates for...

Innovation Without Borders: The Tech Challenge Kenya Doubles in 2025

From Silicon Valley to the Silicon Savannah, The Tech Interactive's signature program is doubling in size with Tech Challenge Kenya 2025, engaging nearly 5,000 students in designing solutions to real-world problems—proof that innovation truly knows no borders. This year's challenge,...

ValleyStar Credit Union Raises $41,000 for Children's Miracle Network at 29th Annual Golf Tournament

ValleyStar Credit Union's 29th Annual Golf Tournament, held at Chatmoss Country Club, raised $41,000 to benefit Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Proceeds support life-saving care and equipment for children in Southwest and Central Virginia. A check was presented to CMN representative...

Neighborhood Credit Union Hosts Day of Giving Celebration to Support Local Nonprofits in Kaufman County

Neighborhood Credit Union hosted its Day of Giving Celebration on June 24 at its Forney branch, awarding $1,000 donations to five local nonprofits in Kaufman County. The event honored organizations making a difference in areas such as human services, youth support, women's recovery,...

New Survey Reveals Key Wellness Challenges Facing Military & Veteran Spouses

InDependent and IMVFW released findings from the first-of-its-kind Military & Veteran Spouse Wellness Survey, shared at a national event focused on data-driven support. The study explores eight key areas of spouse well-being, from mental health to financial stability. ARLINGTON, Va., June...

Prevent Blindness Declares June 28-July 4, 2025, as Fifth Annual Fireworks Safety Awareness Week

Prevent Blindness warns public on potential dangers of using fireworks. CHICAGO, June 27, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Prevent Blindness, the nation's leading patient advocacy organization dedicated to preventing blindness and preserving sight, has declared June 28-July 4, 2025, as the...

KANAMETO, cloud service for local governments, becomes carbon neutral service

Meeting KANAMETO client needs for implementing green procurement policy TOKYO, June 27, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- transcosmos and transcosmos online communications hereby announce that transcosmos online communications has calculated carbon footprint (CFP) of its cloud service, KANAMETO,...

American Council of Learned Societies to Present New Findings on Value of Liberal Arts Education

Research Using the College and Beyond II Database Reveals Strong Case for the Liberal Arts NEW YORK, June 27, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Thursday, July 17, and Friday, July 18, 2025, the American Council of Learned Societies will host presentations by the AVDF/ACLS Fellows for Research...

Miss Illinois Teen USA Emcees Chicago Miles for Melanoma 5K to Raise Critical Funds for Melanoma Research

The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) is thrilled to announce the next event in its annual Miles for Melanoma nationwide 5K program, bringing together local melanoma patients, supporters, care partners and thrivers. This year we will be hosting our annual Chicago event on Sunday, July 20...

Berkeley Earth Climate Data Powers Sony Interactive Entertainment's New Climate Station Experience for PlayStation Users

Berkeley Earth's Independent Climate Data Powers Sony Interactive Entertainment's New Climate Station Experience BERKELEY, Calif., June 26, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Berkeley Earth, a leading nonprofit climate science organization, announces the inclusion of its open-source data in...

Monumental Medical Records Launches to Revolutionize Medical Office Efficiency and Support Domestic Violence Victims

New Electronic Medical Records Solution Streamlines Patient Data Management for Medical Offices COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., June 26, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Monumental Med Spa, Southern Colorado's premier and award-winning med spa is proud to announce the launch of its...

Equality Health Foundation Sponsors Annual Well-Child & Back to School Drive

Backpacks and Health Resources Provided to Students During Well-Child Visits in Arizona and Texas PHOENIX, June 26, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Equality Health Foundation, in partnership with Mercy Care, UnitedHealthcare, Banner Health, Equality Health, and the Tony & Milena Astorga...

Plug In America's 2025 EV driver survey finds more confidence in EVs and improved public charging experience

Today, the electric vehicle advocacy nonprofit released findings from its 2025 EV consumer survey. Compared to last year's survey, respondents signaled more comfort with and confidence in EVs and public charging availability and reliability. Plus, nine out of 10 EV drivers are likely to...

Cache Creek Casino Resort 3rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament Raises $125,000 for First Tee of Greater Sacramento and Forgotten Soldier Program

On May 15, Cache Creek Casino Resort proudly partnered with the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation to host the third annual charity golf tournament at the stunning Yocha Dehe Golf Club. BROOKS, Calif., June 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 15, Cache Creek Casino Resort proudly partnered with the...

Jackson Hospital Connects Patients in Need with Gently Used Durable Medical Equipment

MONTGOMERY, Ala., June 25, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- What does one do with wheelchairs, walkers, and canes that are no longer needed by their original users, but are still in good condition? This is a question many ask when a loved one passes away or no longer needs the equipment. The...

New National Campaign Aims to Protect Kratom Access and Stop Harmful Synthetic Imitators

The Kratom Research Institute has launched a petition and national survey to expose the dangers of synthetic 7OH products misrepresented as kratom. The campaign seeks urgent regulatory enforcement to preserve safe access to natural kratom and stop unregulated synthetics from harming...

New NPG Forum Paper Highlights Pro-aging Policy Options

NPG Publishes Part II of Nathanial Gronewold's The Birth Dearth, Urging a Paradigm Shift Away from Pronatalism ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 25, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Negative Population Growth (NPG) announces the publication of Embracing the Birth Dearth, Part II: The Right Stuff. Nathanial...

Operation Homefront to Distribute 40,000 Backpacks to Military Families Nationwide This Summer

The organization will distribute backpacks filled with essential school supplies to tens of thousands of military children from coast to coast. SAN ANTONIO, June 25, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Summer is a busy and costly time of uncertainty and transition for many of our nation's military...

Operation Dry Water cracks down on impaired boating for July 4 weekend

Law enforcement agencies across the United States will participate in the 2025 Operation Dry Water weekend, set for July 4–6, to increase awareness of and enforcement against boating under the influence (BUI). To launch the national campaign, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources,...