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.

Google Recognizes TravelingWiki CEO Jonathan Sutter's Impact Under Classification for 2028 Presidential Contenders Based on Extensive Non Profit Work in Disabilities

While TravelingWiki and its CEO are Entirely Non Partisan, Google Recognizes TravelingWiki CEO Jonathan Sutter Alongside 2028 Presidential Contenders Based on Sutter's Extensive Work in Disabilities DENVER, Aug. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Contemporaneous with TravelingWiki...

Universal Life Church Vows to Defend Marriage Equality Amid Legal Battles in Virginia and Nationwide

The Universal Life Church re-affirmed its support for its ministers to officiate legal weddings - including same-sex weddings - across the country after a new development in its case against Virginia officials. SEATTLE, Aug. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Universal Life Church (ULC)...

Parkview Legacy Foundation Launches Impact Grants Program

Parkview Legacy Foundation Impact Grants Program to support nonprofits working to create meaningful, measurable improvements in the lives of people throughout the Riverside regions. RIVERSIDE, Calif., Aug. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Parkview Legacy Foundation Launches Impact Grants...

Spinal Simplicity Secures FDA Breakthrough Device Designation for IntraLink™

Spinal Simplicity's IntraLink technology, an injectable treatment for symptomatic disc degeneration, has received FDA Breakthrough Device Designation—fast-tracking review and potentially enabling earlier intervention for patients. Early clinical trials showed significant, sustained pain...

Bobby Dodge Announces Candidacy Aiming to Become First Member of Elon Musk's Proposed "America Party" in Tennessee's 7th District Special Election

The America Party has its first congressional candidate. Bobby Dodge is running in Tennessee's 7th Congressional District special election, aiming to become the first member of Congress from Elon Musk's new party and pledging to represent the "middle 80%" of Americans with fiscal...

APIA Scholars Announces 2025-2026 Scholarship Cohort and Record-Breaking Application Cycle

APIA Scholars is proud to announce we have finalized selections for our 2025–2026 Scholarships cohort, selected from a record-breaking number of applicants and through a newly redesigned application process. WASHINGTON, Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- APIA Scholars is proud to...

Green Seal Announces Group of Experts for its Inaugural Standards Steering Committee

Green Seal announced the formation of its inaugural Standards Steering Committee, comprising industry leaders and subject matter experts charged with overseeing a sweeping transformation of Green Seal's standards framework into a set of market-led health and environmental criteria poised...

Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS) Announces Sponsors for 4th Annual Torchbearer Ball

Black-tie gala returns November 15, 2025, at the Hotel del Coronado—uniting changemakers, honoring documentary filmmakers, and raising critical funds for life-changing therapies for veterans Gala Celebrates Netflix Documentary In Waves and War - Premiering on November 3, 2025 CORONADO,...

Community-led Video Security Network Transforms City of Lancaster Public Safety

A community-supported video security initiative has transformed public safety in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The citizen-led collaboration demonstrates how open platform video technology can help revitalize struggling urban areas. COPENHAGEN, Denmark, Aug. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --...

Prevent Blindness Announces New Diabetes + the Eyes Advisory Committee

New Prevent Blindness "Diabetes + the Eyes" Advisory Committee to address diabetes, the leading cause of blindness in working-age adults. CHICAGO, Aug. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Prevent Blindness, the nation's leading patient advocacy organization dedicated to preventing blindness...

Veterans and Families Empowered by United Strides of Strength

Palm Beach County, Fla., Aug. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Local veterans and their families received a significant boost with the presentation of a check for nearly $24,000—funds raised to benefit military families through United Way of Palm Beach County's MISSION UNITED. The check,...

TruckPro, LLC Donates $115,000 Through Its TruckPro Gives Back Program

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Aug. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TruckPro, LLC ("TruckPro"), one of the nation's largest independent distributors of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts, headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, is proud to announce another year of significant charitable contributions...

Five ways that propane delivery enhances emergency preparedness plans

"Propane is an ideal fuel for emergency preparedness," says Steve Dodson of Wildhorse Propane & Appliances. In emergencies, safety comes first—then staying warm, fed, and connected. PASO ROBLES, Calif., Aug. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "Propane is an ideal fuel for emergency...

Costs of Care and The Leapfrog Group Now Accepting Nominations for the Annual Steven Schroeder Award for Outstanding Healthcare CEO

The Steven Schroeder Award recognizes a hospital and/or health system CEO who is demonstrating courageous and ethical leadership addressing the twin issues of affordability and quality of health care in their community. CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Costs of Care,...

A Novel Idea for Middle Schools Nationwide: Mentorship That Works

A powerful partnership at a Florida school is easing the transition to middle school for students at risk of getting lost in the process. Find out how a collaboration between a middle school principal and United Way of Palm Beach County may be a viable option for middle schools nationwide....

Pohanka Automotive Group and Honda of Boerne Announce $25,000 Donation Match for Kerr County Flood Relief Fund

BOERNE, Texas, Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In a significant show of support for their new community, the Pohanka Automotive Group and Honda of Boerne have announced the establishment of the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund. In response to the recent devastating floods that have...

"The Rule of Law" Writing Competition Launched by Write the World and Supreme Court Historical Society

Teenagers around the world are invited to explore the cornerstone of justice through a free writing competition launched by Write the World and the Supreme Court Historical Society. CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Write the World and The Supreme Court Historical...

Mercedes Lemp to Step Down as Executive Director of My Sister's Place

My Sister's Place (MSP), a leading nonprofit serving survivors of domestic violence in Washington, DC, announced today that Executive Director Mercedes Lemp will step down from her role, effective September 5, after more than seven years of dedicated service. WASHINGTON, Aug. 8, 2025...

As California Declares Loneliness a Public Health Crisis, Surgeon General Joins Wellness Together Conference to Champion Connection in Schools

Dr. Vivek Murthy to Speak In Person on Loneliness, Human Connection, and Mental Health at Wellness Together Conference SAN DIEGO, Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 19th & 21st U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy will speak at the upcoming Wellness Together Conference, joining thousands...

American Parkinson Disease Association Appoints Anne Hubbard as First Chief Public Policy Officer to Lead New Advocacy Department

Experienced leader to amplify the voice of the Parkinson's community through strategic advocacy and public policy initiatives NEW YORK, Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA), a leading nationwide nonprofit dedicated to helping everyone...