Dear friends, The iconic Maasai of Kenya and Tanzania have been fighting for decades to survive and defend their environment. Lately, they’re losing the battle: besieged by shady poachers, billionaires who want to buy up their traditional lands for safari lodges, and sketchy government officials. But now a Maasai community in Kenya has had a killer idea to fight back — pool their own land and form a new kind of reserve, run by them. This will not only ensure they protect their home and the customs of their ancestors, but will create a new wildlife passage — a crucial corridor where elephants, lions, and wildebeest roam free. This could become a shining example for conservation and for our campaigning. Normally if we want to protect a precious ecosystem, we have to campaign for years to get a government park set up, and then all too often officials fail to protect it. This time, the Maasai could establish their own reserve, and manage it themselves! But with a number of foreign buyers eager to take their land, the tribe needs funds fast to get the reserve up and running, take down fences, then train and pay young people to become wildlife patrollers. They’ve turned to our community with an urgent request for help. Chip in now — let’s throw them a lifeline, then campaign to help the Maasai, and indigenous communities under threat around the globe:  DONATE to help the Maasai community keep their land ! the battle and struggle continues … let’s help them end it!********************************************************
Our community has a proud history of working with the Maasai. When the Tanzanian government tried to kick them off their land so hunters could shoot big game out of helicopters, we came together to stop it. Actions by over 2 million of us helped persuade the Tanzanian President to commit to stop the evictions. Now, we can help another Maasai community bring to life their inspiring vision for their land. With hope and determination, Alice, Allison, Joseph, Antonia, Spyro, Dalia, Ricken, Emily, Nic, Rosa and the whole Avaaz team PS: The corridor of land was once home to an ancient elephant nursery — and now we can help bring it back! After only 3 months of work by this community, lions, zebras, giraffes, and elephants are returning in large numbers — even giving birth there! More information: Tanzanian land rights victory earns Masaai leader Goldman prize (The Guardian) We have the international momentum: now it is time to act on wildlife crime before it is too late (Independent) The Masai Mara: ‘It will not be long before it’s gone’ (The Guardian) How people can live next to lions without killing them (The Conversation) Stand with the Maasai (Avaaz) |
Monthly Archives: May 2016
Public Health Emergency Weekly Report
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the Senate ** CONGRESS May 6 ** the House
The Senate stands adjourned to then convene for a pro forma session only, with no business conducted on the following dates and times:
Monday, May 2 at 2:00pm;
Thursday, May 5 at 11:30am.
When the Senate adjourns on Thursday, May 5, it will next convene at 3:00pm on Monday, May 9, 2016.
Following any Leader remarks, the Senate will be in a period of morning business until 4:00pm, with senators permitted to speak therein for up to 10 minutes each.
Following morning business, the Senate will resume consideration of H.R.2028, Energy and Water Appropriations, with the time until 5:30pm equally divided.
At 5:30pm, the Senate will vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the substitute amendment #3801 to H.R.2028.
The filing deadline for 1st degree amendments to the substitute will be 3:30pm on Monday, May 9. The filing deadline for 2nd degree amendments will be 1 hour prior to the cloture vote, if cloture is invoked.
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Wrap Up for Monday, May 9, 2016
May 9, ’16 7:11 PM
Wrap Up for Monday, May 9, 2016 Roll Call Votes Motion to invoke cloture on amendment #3801 (substitute) to H.R.2028, Energy and Water Appropriations; not invoked: 50-42. Legislative Business Adopted S.Res.457, relative to the death of former Senator Conrad Burns. Adopted S.Res.458, relative to the death of former Senator Robert Bennett. Passed…
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House Floor Activities
Legislative Day of May 10, 2016
| 12:00:03 P.M. | The House convened, starting a new legislative day. | |
| 12:00:15 P.M. | The Speaker designated the Honorable Randy K. Weber Sr. to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. | |
| 12:00:43 P.M. | MORNING-HOUR DEBATE – The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debate. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 2:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business. | |
| 12:21:16 P.M. | The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. | |
| 2:00:18 P.M. | The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of May 10. | |
| 2:00:20 P.M. | Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. | |
| 2:01:41 P.M. | The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. | |
| 2:01:42 P.M. | PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair designated Mr. Kildee to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. | |
| 2:02:13 P.M. | ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with one minute speeches. | |
| 2:10:04 P.M. | The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on May 10, 2016 at 9:26 a.m.: That the Senate passed H.R. 4238 and S. 546; and agreed to S. Res. 457 and S. Res. 458. | |
| 2:10:57 P.M. | The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 3:30 P.M. today. | |
| 3:30:48 P.M. | The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of May 10. | |
| 3:30:54 P.M. | The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. | |
| 3:31:02 P.M. | S. 2755 | Mr. Nugent moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 2755 — “To provide Capitol-flown flags to the immediate family of firefighters, law enforcement officers, members of rescue squads or ambulance crews, and public safety officers who are killed in the line of duty.” |
| 3:31:27 P.M. | S. 2755 | Considered under suspension of the rules. |
| 3:31:29 P.M. | S. 2755 | DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 2755. |
| 3:40:23 P.M. | S. 2755 | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. |
| 3:40:25 P.M. | S. 2755 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 3:41:22 P.M. | H.R. 4063 | Mr. Miller (FL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4063 — “To improve the use by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs of opioids in treating veterans, to improve patient advocacy by the Secretary, and to expand the availability of complementary and integrative health, and for other purposes.” |
| 3:41:50 P.M. | H.R. 4063 | Considered under suspension of the rules. |
| 3:41:54 P.M. | H.R. 4063 | DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4063. |
| 4:06:51 P.M. | H.R. 4063 | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. |
| 4:06:53 P.M. | H.R. 4063 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 4:06:55 P.M. | H.R. 4063 | The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. |
| 4:07:09 P.M. | H.R. 4957 | Mr. Curbelo (FL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4957 — “To designate the Federal building located at 99 New York Avenue, N.E., in the District of Columbia as the “Ariel Rios Federal Building”.” |
| 4:07:41 P.M. | H.R. 4957 | Considered under suspension of the rules. |
| 4:07:43 P.M. | H.R. 4957 | DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4957. |
| 4:16:28 P.M. | H.R. 4957 | At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. |
| 4:17:20 P.M. | H.R. 4985 | Mr. Marino moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4985 — “To amend the Foreign Narcotics Kingpin Designation Act to protect classified information in Federal court challenges.” |
| 4:17:23 P.M. | H.R. 4985 | Considered under suspension of the rules. |
| 4:17:24 P.M. | H.R. 4985 | DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4985. |
| 4:28:28 P.M. | H.R. 4985 | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. |
| 4:28:30 P.M. | H.R. 4985 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 4:30:46 P.M. | S. 32 | Mr. Goodlatte moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 32 — “To provide the Department of Justice with additional tools to target extraterritorial drug trafficking activity, and for other purposes.” |
| 4:30:55 P.M. | S. 32 | Considered under suspension of the rules. |
| 4:30:57 P.M. | S. 32 | DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 32. |
| 4:54:26 P.M. | S. 32 | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. |
| 4:54:27 P.M. | S. 32 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 4:55:10 P.M. | H.R. 5048 | Mr. Goodlatte moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5048 — “To require a study by the Comptroller General of the United States on Good Samaritan laws that pertain to treatment of opioid overdoses, and for other purposes.” |
| 4:55:11 P.M. | H.R. 5048 | Considered under suspension of the rules. |
| 4:55:13 P.M. | H.R. 5048 | DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5048. |
| 5:10:54 P.M. | H.R. 5048 | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. |
| 5:10:56 P.M. | H.R. 5048 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 5:11:20 P.M. | H.R. 5052 | Mr. Goodlatte moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 5052 — “To direct the Attorney General and the Secretary of Health and Human Services to evaluate the effectiveness of grant programs that provide grants for the primary purpose of providing assistance in addressing problems pertaining to opioid abuse, and for other purposes.” |
| 5:11:32 P.M. | H.R. 5052 | Considered under suspension of the rules. |
| 5:11:35 P.M. | H.R. 5052 | DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5052. |
| 5:29:40 P.M. | H.R. 5052 | At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. |
| 5:30:07 P.M. | S. 125 | Mr. Goodlatte moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 125 — “To amend title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to extend the authorization of the Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Program through fiscal year 2020, and for other purposes.” |
| 5:30:09 P.M. | S. 125 | Considered under suspension of the rules. |
| 5:30:11 P.M. | S. 125 | DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 125. |
| 5:46:35 P.M. | S. 125 | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. |
| 5:46:37 P.M. | S. 125 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 5:47:03 P.M. | H.R. 2137 | Mr. Goodlatte moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 2137 — “To ensure Federal law enforcement officers remain able to ensure their own safety, and the safety of their families, during a covered furlough.” |
| 5:47:21 P.M. | H.R. 2137 | Considered under suspension of the rules. |
| 5:47:24 P.M. | H.R. 2137 | DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2137. |
| 6:05:29 P.M. | H.R. 2137 | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. |
| 6:05:30 P.M. | H.R. 2137 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 6:06:06 P.M. | H.R. 3209 | Mr. Paulsen moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3209 — “To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permit the disclosure of certain tax return information for the purpose of missing or exploited children investigations.” |
| 6:06:21 P.M. | H.R. 3209 | Considered under suspension of the rules. |
| 6:06:26 P.M. | H.R. 3209 | DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3209. |
| 6:26:54 P.M. | H.R. 3209 | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. |
| 6:26:56 P.M. | H.R. 3209 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 6:27:23 P.M. | The Speaker announced that the House do now recess for a period of less than 15 minutes. | |
| 6:30:47 P.M. | The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of May 10. | |
| 6:30:48 P.M. | UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. | |
| 6:30:50 P.M. | H.R. 4957 | Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4957 — “To designate the Federal building located at 99 New York Avenue, N.E., in the District of Columbia as the “Ariel Rios Federal Building”.” |
| 6:51:08 P.M. | H.R. 4957 | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 401 – 0 (Roll no. 180). |
| 6:51:09 P.M. | H.R. 4957 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 6:51:27 P.M. | H.R. 5052 | Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 5052 — “To direct the Attorney General and the Secretary of Health and Human Services to evaluate the effectiveness of grant programs that provide grants for the primary purpose of providing assistance in addressing problems pertaining to opioid abuse, and for other purposes.” |
| 6:57:21 P.M. | H.R. 5052 | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 410 – 1 (Roll no. 181). |
| 6:57:22 P.M. | H.R. 5052 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 7:01:24 P.M. | ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. | |
| 7:16:06 P.M. | SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. | |
| 7:45:07 P.M. | Mr. Stivers filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 720. | |
| 7:49:51 P.M. | SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House resumed Special Order speeches. | |
| 9:34:01 P.M. | Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. | |
| 9:34:10 P.M. | On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. | |
| 9:34:11 P.M. | The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on May 11, 2016. |
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House Floor Activities
Legislative Day of May 06, 2016
| 9:00:04 A.M. | The House convened, starting a new legislative day. | |
| 9:00:23 A.M. | The Speaker designated the Honorable Robert B. Aderholt to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. | |
| 9:00:50 A.M. | Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. | |
| 9:01:51 A.M. | SPEAKER’S APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL – Pursuant to section 3(a) of House Resolution 706, the Journal of the last day’s proceedings is approved. | |
| 9:02:07 A.M. | PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. | |
| 9:02:08 A.M. | Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation – Pursuant to section 4703(b) of the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Act (20 U.S.C. 4703), the Majority Leader appointed the following member of the House to the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation: Ms. McSally. | |
| 9:03:40 A.M. | The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to section 3(b) of H. Res. 706. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on May 10, 2016 for Morning-Hour Debate. |
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| 9:00:23 A.M. | The Speaker designated the Honorable Robert B. Aderholt to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. | |
| 9:00:50 A.M. | Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. | |
| 9:01:51 A.M. | SPEAKER’S APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL – Pursuant to section 3(a) of House Resolution 706, the Journal of the last day’s proceedings is approved. | |
| 9:02:07 A.M. | PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. | |
| 9:02:08 A.M. | Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation – Pursuant to section 4703(b) of the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Act (20 U.S.C. 4703), the Majority Leader appointed the following member of the House to the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation: Ms. McSally. | |
| 9:03:40 A.M. | The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to section 3(b) of H. Res. 706. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on May 10, 2016 for Morning-Hour Debate. |
House Floor Activities
Legislative Day of May 03, 2016
| 3:00:19 P.M. | The House convened, starting a new legislative day. | |
| 3:00:31 P.M. | The Speaker designated the Honorable Thomas J. Rooney to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. | |
| 3:00:40 P.M. | Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. | |
| 3:01:57 P.M. | Pursuant to section 3(a) of H. Res. 706, the Journal of the last day’s proceedings was approved. | |
| 3:02:16 P.M. | PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. | |
| 3:02:31 P.M. | The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to section 3(b) of H. Res. 706. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on May 6, 2016. |
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May 2016 EdNet: The National Food Safety Educator’s Network
EdNet, the National Food Safety Educator’s Network, is a monthly, multi-agency electronic news journal from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). EdNet provides educators, consumer advocates, government officials, and industry representatives with a quick monthly summary of news about food safety programs and activities.
In this issue:
Resources for Educators
- USDA Tips for Reducing Food Waste and Preventing Illness
- Engagement and Collaborative Problem Solving: Two Ingredients for the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Success
- FSIS Releases Fiscal Year 2015 Year in Review
- FDA-State Partnership Propels FSMA Implementation
- USDA Announces $4.7 Million Available in Grants for Food Safety Training, Outreach and Technical Assistance
- Statement from Agriculture Secretary Vilsack on Child Nutrition
- Amber Waves Magazine – April
Meetings, Conferences, and Workshops
- FSIS Announces U.S. – Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council Meeting
- National Advisory Committee on Meat and Poultry Inspection’s Public Meeting Summary
Industry
- FDA to Extend Comment Period on Request for Scientific Data, Information, and Public Comments on Assessing the Risk of Human Illness Associated with Raw Manure as Fertilizer
- FDA Issues Final Guidance on Exempt Infant Formula Production
- FDA Approves Folic Acid Fortification of Corn Masa Flour
- FDA Finalizes Rule to Ensure Food Safety During Transport
- FSIS Posts Importer/Broker Letter, List of Official Import Inspection Establishments Approved for Siluriformes
- FDA Proposes Limit for Inorganic Arsenic in Infant Rice Cereal
- FSIS Releases Annual Food Defense Plan Survey
- FSIS Responds to Increase in Ineligible and Misbranded Egg Products
- Sign Up for Siluriformes Fish Inspection Email Updates (FSIS)
- FSIS Policy Updates
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