Let me say that again. The modification makes clear that the Postal Service Must Immediately begin implementing any changes recommended in the reports. This amendment would have a group of experts look at this issue before recommending what, if any changes to current law would be prudent. It recommends the bureau of inspection services, the bureau of alcohol, tobacco, and firearms, and the department of justice submit reports to the house and senate regarding the security changes, if any, that need to be made across the country should the carrying of firearms consistent with state law be allowed on Postal Properties or inside postal offices. My amendment then requires the postmaster general to submit a report to the committees of jurisdiction in the house and senate for the cost estimates of the security changes and whether these would necessitate facility closures or relocations. The postmaster general would also be required to make recommendations regarding the feasibility of amendin
While most Baylor students were wrapping up finals and planning their Christmas break last month, two Bears were earning major national awards for their academic accomplishments.
Sophia Fulton, a senior in the Business Fellows program at Baylor, was awarded the Charles B. Rangel Graduate Fellowship. Endowed by the U.S. Department of State, this highly competitive national award supports top students pursuing a career in foreign service, funding two years of graduate study and two internships one in Congress, and one at an embassy or consulate abroad. Fulton is the second Baylor student in the last two years to receive this award.
US-Ireland Alliance, which sends future American leaders to Ireland for a year of graduate study.
The selection marks the first time a Baylor student has been named a recipient of the scholarship. The non-partisan and nonprofit alliance is dedicated to consolidating relations between the United States and the island of Ireland and building that relationship in various spheres education, politics, business and the arts for the benefit of both countries.
A record 453 individuals applied this year – a 22% increase over the record set two years ago. The scholarship was named in honor of former U.S. Sen. George Mitchell for his commitment to the peace process in Ireland.