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politics19 days ago

Pennsylvania to Showcase Its Legacy at National Mall 250th Birthday Fair Through Private, Bipartisan Effort

U.S. Senators Dave McCormick (R-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) announce a privately funded coalition of Pennsylvania groups to ensure the Commonwealth has a strong presence at the Great American State Fair on the National Mall for America’s 250th birthday. Partners include the PA Chamber of Business and Industry, PennAg, PA Farm Bureau, NFIB, PA Manufacturers’ Association, and MBA, with coordination from Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins. The effort emphasizes Pennsylvania’s agriculture, manufacturing, and entrepreneurial sectors and is explicitly taxpayer-free and bipartisan.

via U.S. Senator Dave McCormick (.gov)|
#agriculture#bipartisan#great-american-state-fair
Private Backers Fund 3-Meter Lazuli Telescope Aiming to Surpass Hubble
science4 months ago

Private Backers Fund 3-Meter Lazuli Telescope Aiming to Surpass Hubble

Eric Schmidt and family back the Lazuli Space Telescope, a privately funded 3-meter optical/infrared observatory with a $500 million price tag that could launch in 3–5 years; operating from a lunar-resonant orbit to enable rapid target responses, it includes a coronagraph for exoplanet discovery and will release science-ready data quickly to the global community, potentially outpacing traditional government missions.

via The Daily Galaxy|
#exoplanets#hubble#private-funding
Judge Allows Trump White House East Wing Renovation to Proceed for Now
politics4 months ago

Judge Allows Trump White House East Wing Renovation to Proceed for Now

A federal judge ruled that the White House East Wing renovation can continue for now, finding the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s challenge insufficient to show the President lacked authority or that Congressional authorization was required or that federal agency action was involved. The judge noted the trust could amend its complaint to test statutory authority, and emphasized the executive residence is likely not an agency under the Administrative Procedures Act.

via CBS News|
#federal-judge#national-trust-for-historic-preservation#politics
Court allows White House East Wing ballroom construction to continue pending amended lawsuit
politics4 months ago

Court allows White House East Wing ballroom construction to continue pending amended lawsuit

A federal judge declined to stop construction of the White House East Wing ballroom, ruling the current lawsuit focuses on the wrong questions about presidential authority and inviting the plaintiffs to amend to challenge the private-funding scheme; work will continue while the case is revised, highlighting debates over donor influence and congressional authorization.

via The New York Times|
#east-wing#federal-court#national-park-service
"Wisconsin Voters Ban Private Funding for Elections in Constitutional Amendments"
politics2 years ago

"Wisconsin Voters Ban Private Funding for Elections in Constitutional Amendments"

Wisconsin voters approved two constitutional amendments that prohibit the acceptance of private grants for election administration and restrict non-election officials from participating in election tasks. The amendments were proposed by legislative Republicans in response to Democratic strongholds receiving millions in grants from a nonprofit funded by Mark Zuckerberg. Critics argue that private funding should be allowed due to inadequate government funding, while others believe the second amendment is too vague. The amendments are expected to impact the upcoming presidential election in Wisconsin.

via Madison.com|
#constitutional-amendments#election-administration#elections
Wisconsin Voters Support GOP-Backed Measures to Regulate Election Funding
politics2 years ago

Wisconsin Voters Support GOP-Backed Measures to Regulate Election Funding

Wisconsin voters approved two GOP-backed constitutional amendments that ban the use of private funds in election administration and narrow the role of election workers. Critics argue that the measures stem from unfounded conspiracy theories, while supporters claim they will eliminate "dark money" from elections and streamline administration. The measures have roots in claims about the 2020 election and were referred to voters after the Democratic governor vetoed similar laws. The impact of these amendments could affect election administration and funding in the critical battleground state.

via NBC News|
#constitutional-amendments#elections#gop
"Privately Funded Biomedical Institute in Cambridge Accelerates Drug Discovery"
biomedical-research2 years ago

"Privately Funded Biomedical Institute in Cambridge Accelerates Drug Discovery"

Arena BioWorks, a privately funded biomedical research institute, has been launched with a focus on uncovering disease mechanisms and translating insights into biotech therapeutics. Co-founded by Harvard scientist Stuart Schreiber, the institute aims to support the development of for-profit biotechnology companies and will operate under a self-sustaining model. By empowering scientists to investigate any disease and seamlessly translating insights into company formation, Arena seeks to accelerate the progression from human biology to drug development. The institute's unique model will foster cross-collaboration among its companies and provide shared resources for efficient progress. With a focus on areas of brain health, oncology, immunology, and aging, Arena will advance platform technologies and leverage interdisciplinary talent to maximize innovation.

via PR Newswire|
#biomedical-institute#biomedical-research#biotech-therapeutics
Uncertainty looms over Oakland A's stadium plans in Vegas.
business3 years ago

Uncertainty looms over Oakland A's stadium plans in Vegas.

The Oakland A's have not disclosed how they will finance their $1.1 billion portion of the proposed $1.5 billion stadium on the Las Vegas Strip. The team is working with Goldman Sachs on a combination of debt and equity financing, but the full private funding details won't be completed until after legislation authorizing up to $380 million in public financing is approved. The A's contribution was not explained during two legislative hearings, but the team is required to have "irrevocable financing in place" before Clark County issues development bonds for the stadium.

via The Nevada Independent|
#business#las-vegas#oakland-as
"Kemp signs multiple bills into law in Georgia"
politics3 years ago

"Kemp signs multiple bills into law in Georgia"

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has signed a bill that prohibits county election offices from receiving private donations, including from nonprofits, for election costs, making it a felony offense. The law is a response to concerns raised by Georgia Republicans over private donations funding electoral infrastructure, particularly after Mark Zuckerberg's Center for Tech and Civic Life poured over $400 million into election offices across the US in 2020. Georgia received approximately $45 million from the Zuckerberg-funded organization, with the majority going to Democrat-leaning counties. This law is part of a nationwide movement to ban private funding of elections.

via Fox Business|
#center-for-tech-and-civic-life#elections#georgia