Business Leaders Urge Congress and EPA to Protect Clean Water Infrastructure Critical to Economic Growth

ASBN media release image urging Congress and EPA to reject coordinated rollbacks threatening clean water

90 businesses oppose PERMIT Act in Congress while ASBN urges EPA to withdraw Polluted Waters Rule—two coordinated attacks on clean water protections

Clean water isn't an environmental luxury—it's economic infrastructure. Businesses depend on predictable regulations and reliable water systems. The PERMIT Act and proposed WOTUS rule undermine both.”

— Liza LaManna, Manager of Agriculture and Water Policy

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN), alongside 90 business leaders nationwide, is calling on Congress to reject

NBCI Announce The 2025-2026 Most Effective Christian Biblical Preachers -3 Savannahians Are Honorable Mentioned Pastors

Rev. Anthony Evans, President, National Black Church Initiative

Rev. Dr. William H. Curtis, Sr Pastor of Mt. Ararat Baptist Church, Pittsburgh, PA

Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley, Sr. Pastor, Alfred St Baptist Church, Alexandria, VA

NBCI takes up where Ebony Magazine left off

The preaching of the Gospel is serious business unto death. The National Black Church Initiative’s list is the next level up from Ebony Magazine's list of great Black preachers”

— Rev. Anthony Evans, President of the National Black Church Initiative

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI) is a coalition of 150,000 African American and Latino faith communities, comprising 27.7 million members, announces the 25 Most Effective Christian Biblical Preachers of 2025-2026 in the Black Preaching Tradition.

Three clergy from Savannah, Ga, made the

Personalized Health Association Announces National Initiative to Modernize Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine Policy

Calls for Updated 21 C.F.R. §1271.10(a) Framework

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, December 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Personalized Health Association (PHA), the nation’s leading advocacy organization for regenerative and precision medicine, today announced a national initiative to modernize federal policy governing adult stem cell and PRP therapies. This initiative builds on the

Footsteps2Brilliance Celebrates 2025 Brilliant Minds Model Classroom Educators

Footsteps2Brilliance is proud to recognize an exceptional group of educators who earned them a place on the 2025 Brilliant Minds Model Classroom Honor Roll.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Footsteps2Brilliance is proud to recognize an exceptional group of educators whose dedication to literacy innovation and classroom excellence earned them a place on the 2025–2026 Brilliant Minds Model Classroom Honor Roll.

These teachers demonstrated outstanding fidelity in implementing the Footsteps2Brilliance program, ensuring 100 percent of their students used the platform for at least 45 minutes per week over a sustained period.

According to national usage data, students who consistently reach this threshold grow their

Azur Technology Launches U.S. Headquarters in Washington, D.C. to Power Fast-Growing MGA Market with MGA Connect

CEO Charlie Blackburn with Managing Director of North America Tom Bradley in the D.C. Office

Azur Technology opens U.S. HQ in Washington, D.C. to support the fast-growing MGA market with its cloud-native MGA Connect platform.

Having the team together in one place brings a different kind of energy. It makes it easier to share ideas, move quickly, and stay connected to what our customers need.”

— Tom Bradley, Managing Director of North America

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Azur Technology, a UK-based insurtech company, has announced the opening of its U.S. headquarters in Washington, D.C., reinforcing its long-term commitment to the fast-growing U.S. Managing General Agent (MGA) and program business sector.

The U.S. MGA market is undergoing a historic expansion. According to the TMPAA State

HB Strategies Leaders Named to Washington’s Top Lobbyists List for 2025

Honorees represent the industry's savviest, most influential and well-connected advocates across Capitol Hill.”

— The Hill

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- HB Strategies is pleased to announce that four of its leaders have been recognized on The Hill's annual Top Lobbyists list for 2025: CEO Andy Blunt, Executive Vice President of Federal Government Affairs Stacy McBride, and Managing Principals Eric Lausten and Rocky Fox.

According to The Hill, the honorees were

Everything Co-op Unveils Its 2025 Holiday List

Gifts that Embody Cooperative Values of Mutual Support, Sustainability, and Community Well-being

The 2025 Holiday List is not just a shopping guide, it’s an invitation to support organizations that strengthen our communities, honor cultural heritage, and promote economic democracy.”

— said Vernon Oakes, host of Everything Co-op

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Everything Co-op, the leading broadcast and digital platform uplifting cooperative economics, today announced the release of its highly anticipated 2025 Holiday List, a curated selection of gifts, products, and services sourced entirely from the cooperative

Representatives Rulli, Stanton, and Pappas Introduce Continuous Skilled Nursing Quality Improvement Act of 2025

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Representatives Rulli, Stanton, and Pappas Introduce Continuous Skilled Nursing Quality Improvement Act of 2025
Bipartisan legislation strengthens Medicaid nursing services and expands access to in-home care

Representatives Michael Rulli (R-OH-6), Greg Stanton (D-AZ-4), and Chris Pappas (D-NH-

40 Groups launches first Community Bank CEO Meeting featuring AI expert Dan Chuparkoff and banking expert Paul Davis

AI and Innovation Expert Dan Chuparkoff

Banking Expert Paul Davis of Bank Slate

President, Community Bank, 40 Groups, Inc. Sandro Pardo

40 Groups Announces Partnership with Bank Slate’s Paul Davis and Keynote Speaker Dan Chuparkoff for the first 2026 Community Bank CEO 40 Group Meeting

CEO 40 Group meetings are designed to challenge thinking, expand perspectives, and strengthen the kind of peer relationships that truly move organizations forward.”

— Dennis Sullivan, Founder and CEO of 40 Groups, Inc.

WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- 40 Groups, Inc., a national leadership network for C-Suite executives, today announced that Paul Davis, Founder of Bank Slate Consulting and one of

Crittenton Services of Greater Washington Appoints Sheena R. Foster as New President & CEO

Sheena Foster, President & CEO, Crittenton Services of Greater Washington

I am honored to join Crittenton, an organization with such a powerful legacy and a deep commitment to uplifting girls.”

— Sheena Foster, CEO

WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Crittenton Services of Greater Washington (CSGW), a leading nonprofit empowering teen girls across the region, proudly announces, after a national search, the appointment of Ms. Sheena R. Foster as its

New Research Explores Future of Gene Therapy Financing in the U.S.

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Research explores landscape of innovative contracts for gene therapies & identifies key barriers & opportunities for future contract development/implementation.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- New research from the National Pharmaceutical Council (NPC) published in PharmacoEconomics supports consistent and equitable patient access to gene therapies.

“Innovative Contracting for Gene Therapies: Current Landscape and Perspectives on the

Speaker Mike Johnson Receives 2025 Distinguished Christian Statesman Award from the Center for Christian Statesmanship

Coral Ridge Ministries President and CEO Dr. Robert J. Pacienza in our nation's capitol.

Speaker Johnson has shown that public office can be a platform for stewardship and service. We are honored to recognize his leadership with this year’s award.”

— Dr. Robert J. Pacienza

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Center for Christian Statesmanship (CCS), an outreach of Coral Ridge Ministries dedicated to equipping leaders of faith and influence on

At JPost Washington Conference, Leaders Warn of Antisemitism, Outline Post-War Strategy, & Urge U.S.–Israel Coordination

Ambassador Thomas J. Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye and Special Envoy to Syria - Credit: Marc Sellem/Jerusalem Post

Ronald S. Lauder, President of the World Jewish Congress and President of the Washington Conference - Credit: Marc Sellem/Jerusalem Post

Credit: Marc Sellem/Jerusalem Post

Senior U.S. and Israeli officials warned of rising antisemitism, outlined post– war security priorities, and highlighted new diplomatic openings on Capitol Hill

WA, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Senior U.S. and Israeli officials convened on Capitol Hill today for the Jerusalem Post Washington Conference, issuing urgent warnings about rising antisemitism, Iran’s ambitions, and the stakes

The Myth of Pre-Existing Conditions: A New Citizen Health Card Proposal Replaces Fear as the Driver of U.S Healthcare

Citizen Octopus Hero

Citizen Octopus Logo

Put healthcare dollars directly in consumers’ hands lowering costs, protecting pre-existing conditions and letting AI savings reach the people.

If Congress wants to truly lower healthcare costs, it must give the money to the people, not the insurance companies”

— Citizen Octopus

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As Congress Debates the Future of Healthcare, One Idea Finally Makes Sense

By Citizen Octopus

Congress is closing the year locked in a

Deeply Transformative Mirror for the Mind Book NOW AVAILABLE on Amazon

Dara Sanandaji

The perfect Holiday gift. THIS BOOK WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE!! Get your copy of the Mirror now before they sell out!

If one wants to give others the gift of beauty and awareness, simply hand them a Mirror.”

— Dara Sanandaji

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- "Mirror for the Mind—A Tribute to the Wisdom of Humanity" is not just a book—it’s a truly transformative experience. Chock full

At Jerusalem Post Washington Conference, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says Israel Deserves the President’s Support

Credit: Marc Sellem/Jerusalem Post

High-level reception at the Israeli Embassy in Washington brings senior U.S. and Israeli leaders ahead of Jerusalem Post Washington Conference on Capitol Hill

WA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Jerusalem Post Washington Conference opened last night with a high-level reception hosted in partnership with the Embassy of Israel in Washington,

Community Oncology Alliance Elects New Board Members and Officers for 2026

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COA Welcomes Newly Elected Directors and Officers, Honors Departing Leaders for Their Service to Independent Community Oncology

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Community Oncology Alliance (COA) today announced the election of new and returning members to its Board of

Data Foundation Launches Evidence Act Hub to Centralize Federal Evidence-Building Resources and Enhance Accessibility

A new digital repository addresses the long-standing need for a unified platform to support implementation and oversight of landmark Evidence Act law.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Data Foundation today announced the launch of the Evidence Act Hub, a comprehensive digital repository designed to preserve and organize strategic plans, reports, and toolkits related to federal data and evaluation activities required under the Foundations for Evidence-

NBCI and ACHDC Release Major Report to the HHS and Congress Concerning Vaccine Confusion

Rev. Anthony Evans, President, National Black Church Initiative

Stephen J. Ubl CEO of the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. United States Secretary of Health and Human Services

Vaccines are good for America!

NBCI is proud to let its 27.7 million members know that there are 100 years of scientific data that support the effectiveness and safety of vaccines. The benefits of vaccines truly outweigh the risks.”

— Rev. Anthony Evans, President of the National Black Church Initiative

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American and Latino faith communities comprising 27.7 million members, has released a 43-page report on the confusion surrounding vaccines and

Your Guide to Enjoying Live Sports in High Dynamic Range

Technology for an Enhanced Visual Experience

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As TV technology continues to evolve, emerging technologies and new innovations have introduced exciting new ways to elevate your viewing experience—especially when it comes to live sports.

Among the most impressive developments

Thermostat Recycling Corp. Announces 2025 BMOP Contest Winners

Thermostat Recycling Corp.

Danielle Myers

Thermostat Recycling Corp. Honors Distributor Leadership in Removing Mercury Thermostats

Our mission only succeeds because distributors commit their time, staff attention and logistical resources. The 2025 winners truly exemplify environmental stewardship in action.”

— Danielle Myers, Executive Director, TRC

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Thermostat Recycling Corp. (TRC) announced the winners of the 2025 Banish Mercury Off the Planet (BMOP) contest, recognizing

Surgo Health Launches GenAI Pilot in Pakistan to Strengthen Family Planning and Immunization Efforts

Proof-of-concept will test how generative AI can transform behavioral data collection in low- and middle-income countries

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Surgo Health, a public benefit corporation pioneering human-centered AI for healthcare, today announced a proof-of-concept initiative in Pakistan to test how generative AI can deliver real-time, ground-level insights to strengthen family planning and immunization programs.

Funded by the Gates Foundation, the pilot will explore whether generative AI can improve

Melvin Family Lights the Way to Hope with Melvin Made Candles That Give Back

The Melvin family's personal losses inspired the purpose-driven Melvin Made candle line.

Craig Melvin hopes to ignite change with the Melvin Made collection, where scent meets storytelling and impact.

Melvin Made is our way of turning grief into something that brings light, comfort, and hope to other families walking through cancer.”

— Craig Melvin

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- This holiday season, Craig Melvin and his family are turning personal loss into powerful light. Their new candle company, Melvin Made, aims to bring brightness and encouragement to families facing cancer, while supporting

Pastor Mark Burns Unites Global Faith Leaders at U.S. Capitol Complex for an Interfaith Conference on Religious Freedom

International Interfaith Conference “United in Liberty: The Rise of Spiritual Diplomats”

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The International Interfaith Conference "United in Liberty: The Rise of Spiritual Diplomats" under the leadership of Pastor Mark Burns will bring together faith leaders, policymakers,

The BOW Institute Continues Its Powerful Teaching Series with a Virtual Session of the BOW Knows Business Accelerator

WASHINGTON D.C. , MD, UNITED STATES, December 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- On the heels of a highly successful in-person kickoff, The BOW Institute proudly moves into the second session of its dynamic BOW Knows Business Accelerator — a four-week virtual learning experience designed to help entrepreneurs strengthen their foundation, expand their vision, and step boldly into 2026.

The first session set a powerful tone, bringing

CodaPet launches compassionate in-home pet euthanasia services in Washington, DC

CodaPet A Peaceful Passing At Home

In Home Pet Euthanasia Mobile Veterinarian

The veterinarian-owned startup empowers a network of veterinarians who provide in-home euthanasia to ease the passing of pets at home, surrounded by loved ones.

I am honored to provide an alternative—one that allows families to remain in the comfort of home during a profoundly important time.”

— Dr. Kate White

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- CodaPet has officially launched its services for in-home pet euthanasia in Washington, DC. The company provides peaceful in-home pet euthanasia through a network of compassionate and licensed veterinarians who offer end-of-life care for pets at home. In-home

Post Hill Press to Release D.C. Power Player Ashley Davis’ Debut Book, The Power Pivot on April 7, 2026

“The Power Pivot” Book

Corporate Strategist and Trailblazer Shares Signature Framework for Navigating Personal and Professional Change.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Today Post Hill Press announces the forthcoming release of The Power Pivot: With Grit, Grace, and Growth, the debut book by Ashley Davis, a Washington, D.C., business leader, lobbyist, strategic advisor, and internationally recognized keynote speaker. The book will be published on April 7, 2026, and is available now for pre-order through Simon & Schuster distribution channels.

Drawing on more than three decades of experience guiding