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Banking Trades Statement on Crypto Market Structure Yield Language
WASHINGTON, May 5 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Bank Policy Institute issued the following news release:
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Banking Trades Statement on Crypto Market Structure Yield Language
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Following the release of proposed language on stablecoin yield in the Clarity Act, the American Bankers Association, Bank Policy Institute, Consumer Bankers Association, Financial Services Forum and Independent Community Bankers of America issued the following joint statement:
"We appreciate the work by Senator Tillis and Senator Alsobrooks to address the concerns from banks of all sizes around the risk
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WASHINGTON, May 5 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Bank Policy Institute issued the following news release:
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Banking Trades Statement on Crypto Market Structure Yield Language
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Following the release of proposed language on stablecoin yield in the Clarity Act, the American Bankers Association, Bank Policy Institute, Consumer Bankers Association, Financial Services Forum and Independent Community Bankers of America issued the following joint statement:
"We appreciate the work by Senator Tillis and Senator Alsobrooks to address the concerns from banks of all sizes around the riskof deposit flight from paying yield on stablecoins. Now that their proposed language is public, we are working to provide feedback that balances both the innovation and the community lending necessary to ensure that America's economy is the strongest and most resilient in the world.
Senators Tillis and Alsobrooks are seeking to achieve the correct policy goal - prohibiting the payment of yield and interest on stablecoins; however, the proposed language falls short of that goal. It is imperative that Congress get this right. Research demonstrates that yield-earning stablecoins could reduce all consumer, small-business, and farm loans by one-fifth or more, making it essential for the prohibition to be clear and transparent.
We will be sharing our detailed suggestions for strengthening the proposed language with lawmakers in the coming days, and we will continue to work in good faith to help Congress embrace innovation while protecting the deposits that drive local lending and economic activity in their communities."
Additional Background. Among the examples of evasion that could be permitted under Section 404 as drafted, the language permits exchanges and other crypto intermediaries to pay interest or yield for a user's participation in an exchange's membership program, so long as the payments are not calculated or distributed like banks' payment or distribution of interest or yield. This is a significant loophole that must be addressed.
Likewise the proposal allows for permissible rewards to be calculated by reference to duration, balance, and tenure. Overtly incentivizing the idle holding of payment stablecoins for extended periods of time, and for specific balances, would negate the goals of the upfront prohibition (to deter deposit flight) while tying rewards directly to how much/long customers hold payment stablecoins in wallets or exchanges.
About Bank Policy Institute
The Bank Policy Institute is a nonpartisan public policy, research and advocacy group that represents universal banks, regional banks and the major foreign banks doing business in the United States. The Institute produces academic research and analysis on regulatory and monetary policy topics, analyzes and comments on proposed regulations, and represents the financial services industry with respect to cybersecurity, fraud and other information security issues.
About the American Bankers Association
The American Bankers Association is the voice of the nation's $25.1 trillion banking industry, which is composed of small, regional and large banks that together employ more than 2 million people, safeguard $19.7 trillion in deposits and extend $13.2 trillion in loans.
About Consumer Bankers Association
The Consumer Bankers Association represents America's leading retail banks. We promote policies to create a stronger industry and economy. Established in 1919, CBA's corporate member institutions account for 1.7 million jobs in America, extend roughly $4 trillion in consumer loans and provide $275 billion in small business loans annually. Follow us on X @consumerbankers.
About Financial Services Forum
The Financial Services Forum is an economic policy and advocacy organization whose members are the eight largest and most diversified financial institutions headquartered in the United States. Forum member institutions are a leading source of lending and investment in the United States and serve millions of consumers, businesses, investors, and communities throughout the country. The Forum promotes policies that support savings and investment, financial inclusion, deep and liquid capital markets, a competitive global marketplace, and a sound financial system.
About the Independent Community Bankers of America
The Independent Community Bankers of America(r) has one mission: to create and promote an environment where community banks flourish. We power the potential of the nation's community banks through effective advocacy, education, and innovation. As local and trusted sources of credit, America's community banks leverage their relationship-based business model and innovative offerings to channel deposits into the neighborhoods they serve, creating jobs, fostering economic prosperity, and fueling their customers' financial goals and dreams. For more information, visit ICBA's website at icba.org.
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Original text here: https://bpi.com/banking-trades-statement-on-crypto-market-structure-yield-language/
Banking Trades Statement on Crypto Market Structure Yield Language
WASHINGTON, May 4 [Category: Financial Services] -- The American Bankers Association posted the following news release:
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Banking Trades Statement on Crypto Market Structure Yield Language
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WASHINGTON - Following the release of proposed language on stablecoin yield in the Clarity Act, the American Bankers Association, Bank Policy Institute, Consumer Bankers Association, Financial Services Forum and Independent Community Bankers of America issued the following joint statement:
"We appreciate the work by Senator Tillis and Senator Alsobrooks to address the concerns from banks of all sizes
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WASHINGTON, May 4 [Category: Financial Services] -- The American Bankers Association posted the following news release:
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Banking Trades Statement on Crypto Market Structure Yield Language
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WASHINGTON - Following the release of proposed language on stablecoin yield in the Clarity Act, the American Bankers Association, Bank Policy Institute, Consumer Bankers Association, Financial Services Forum and Independent Community Bankers of America issued the following joint statement:
"We appreciate the work by Senator Tillis and Senator Alsobrooks to address the concerns from banks of all sizesaround the risk of deposit flight from paying yield on stablecoins. Now that their proposed language is public, we are working to provide feedback that balances both the innovation and the community lending necessary to ensure that America's economy is the strongest and most resilient in the world.
"Senators Tillis and Alsobrooks are seeking to achieve the correct policy goal - prohibiting the payment of yield and interest on stablecoins; however, the proposed language falls short of that goal. It is imperative that Congress get this right. Research demonstrates that yield-earning stablecoins could reduce all consumer, small-business, and farm loans by one-fifth or more, making it essential for the prohibition to be clear and transparent.
"We will be sharing our detailed suggestions for strengthening the proposed language with lawmakers in the coming days, and we will continue to work in good faith to help Congress embrace innovation while protecting the deposits that drive local lending and economic activity in their communities."
Additional Background
Among the examples of evasion that could be permitted under Section 404 as drafted, the language permits exchanges and other crypto intermediaries to pay interest or yield for a user's participation in an exchange's membership program, so long as the payments are not calculated or distributed like banks' payment or distribution of interest or yield. This is a significant loophole that must be addressed.
Likewise the proposal allows for permissible rewards to be calculated by reference to duration, balance, and tenure. Overtly incentivizing the idle holding of payment stablecoins for extended periods of time, and for specific balances, would negate the goals of the upfront prohibition (to deter deposit flight) while tying rewards directly to how much/long customers hold payment stablecoins in wallets or exchanges.
About the American Bankers Association
The American Bankers Association is the voice of the nation's $25.1 trillion banking industry, which is composed of small, regional and large banks that together employ more than 2 million people, safeguard $19.7 trillion in deposits and extend $13.2 trillion in loans.
About Bank Policy Institute
The Bank Policy Institute is a nonpartisan public policy, research and advocacy group that represents universal banks, regional banks and the major foreign banks doing business in the United States. The Institute produces academic research and analysis on regulatory and monetary policy topics, analyzes and comments on proposed regulations, and represents the financial services industry with respect to cybersecurity, fraud and other information security issues.
About Consumer Bankers Association
The Consumer Bankers Association represents America's leading retail banks. We promote policies to create a stronger industry and economy. Established in 1919, CBA's corporate member institutions account for 1.7 million jobs in America, extend roughly $4 trillion in consumer loans and provide $275 billion in small business loans annually. Follow us on X @consumerbankers.
About Financial Services Forum
The Financial Services Forum is an economic policy and advocacy organization whose members are the eight largest and most diversified financial institutions headquartered in the United States. Forum member institutions are a leading source of lending and investment in the United States and serve millions of consumers, businesses, investors, and communities throughout the country. The Forum promotes policies that support savings and investment, financial inclusion, deep and liquid capital markets, a competitive global marketplace, and a sound financial system.
About the Independent Community Bankers of America
The Independent Community Bankers of America(r) has one mission: to create and promote an environment where community banks flourish. We power the potential of the nation's community banks through effective advocacy, education, and innovation. As local and trusted sources of credit, America's community banks leverage their relationship-based business model and innovative offerings to channel deposits into the neighborhoods they serve, creating jobs, fostering economic prosperity, and fueling their customers' financial goals and dreams. For more information, visit ICBA's website at icba.org.
About the American Bankers Association
The American Bankers Association is the voice of the nation's $25.3 trillion banking industry, which is composed of small, regional and large banks that together employ over 2 million people, safeguard $20.1 trillion in deposits and extend $13.5 trillion in loans.
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Original text here: https://www.aba.com/about-us/press-room/press-releases/banking-trades-statement-on-crypto-market-structure-yield-language
REJECTED: Applications Being Accepted for the USPOULTRY 2026 Clean Water Awards
TUCKER, Georgia, May 4 [Category: Agriculture] -- The U.S. Poultry and Egg Association (USPOULTRY) issued the following news release:
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Applications Being Accepted for the USPOULTRY 2026 Clean Water Awards
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U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) is accepting applications for the 2026 Clean Water Awards. The awards honor the outstanding performance of wastewater treatment plants serving poultry and egg processing facilities. Winners will be announced at USPOULTRY's Environmental Management Seminar to be held Sept. 17 - 18, at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa in Destin, Fla.
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TUCKER, Georgia, May 4 [Category: Agriculture] -- The U.S. Poultry and Egg Association (USPOULTRY) issued the following news release:
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Applications Being Accepted for the USPOULTRY 2026 Clean Water Awards
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U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) is accepting applications for the 2026 Clean Water Awards. The awards honor the outstanding performance of wastewater treatment plants serving poultry and egg processing facilities. Winners will be announced at USPOULTRY's Environmental Management Seminar to be held Sept. 17 - 18, at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa in Destin, Fla.
"USPOULTRY is proud to sponsor this annual awards program, recognizing facilities that demonstrate outstanding commitment to environmental excellence," said Bill Griffith, Peco Foods and USPOULTRY chair. "Poultry and egg companies continue to lead with a strong focus on environmental stewardship and responsible resource management. Through the implementation of sustainable and efficient wastewater treatment systems, these facilities set the standard for environmental best practices across the industry."
The annual program honors facilities in two categories: full treatment and pretreatment. Full treatment facilities completely treat wastewater before discharging effluent into a receiving stream or land application system, while pretreatment facilities discharge treated effluent to publicly owned wastewater treatment systems for additional processing. USPOULTRY member companies may submit up to three nominations per category, with past award winners ineligible for five years. The application deadline is June 19.
An evaluation committee comprised of professional engineers and academic experts will review submissions and select semifinalists in each category. Final award recipients will be determined following site visits, during which semifinalists will have the opportunity to showcase their operations. Winners will receive a trophy, be featured on the USPOULTRY website and receive support from USPOULTRY in promoting their achievement at the local, regional and national levels.
The winners of the 2025 Clean Water Awards were Perdue Foods in Lewiston, N.C., in the full treatment category and Tyson Foods in Danville, Va., facility in the pretreatment category.
For an application form, click here or go to https://www.uspoultry.org/programs/environment/.
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Original text here: https://www.uspoultry.org/media-center/press-releases/single-view/?id=4683
ABA Foundation Marks Older Americans Month and Celebrates 10 Years of Safe Banking for Seniors
WASHINGTON, May 4 [Category: Financial Services] -- The American Bankers Association posted the following news release:
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ABA Foundation Marks Older Americans Month and Celebrates 10 Years of Safe Banking for Seniors
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In recognition of Older Americans Month, the ABA Foundation today celebrated the 10-year anniversary of its Safe Banking for Seniors program-an industry-leading initiative that equips banks with practical, ready-to-use tools to help older adults and their caregivers protect themselves from financial exploitation.
The program partners with banks to protect older Americans
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WASHINGTON, May 4 [Category: Financial Services] -- The American Bankers Association posted the following news release:
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ABA Foundation Marks Older Americans Month and Celebrates 10 Years of Safe Banking for Seniors
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In recognition of Older Americans Month, the ABA Foundation today celebrated the 10-year anniversary of its Safe Banking for Seniors program-an industry-leading initiative that equips banks with practical, ready-to-use tools to help older adults and their caregivers protect themselves from financial exploitation.
The program partners with banks to protect older Americansthrough a comprehensive approach that includes training bankers to recognize, respond to, and report elder financial exploitation; providing customer education; cultivating partnerships with law enforcement and adult protective services; and leveraging technology for good.
Over the past decade, more than 2,050 banks have used Safe Banking for Seniors resources to reach more than 6.5 million older people nationwide with educational content designed to help older Americans and their caregivers learn about:
* Identifying and avoiding scams;
* Known perpetrator fraud;
* Digital safety matters;
* Protecting against identity theft;
* Retiring with limited means;
* Choosing a financial caregiver;
* Acting as a responsible financial caregiver;
* Understanding powers of attorney;
* Choosing executors; and
* Planning for stages of cognitive decline.
"For 10 years, Safe Banking for Seniors has helped banks deliver timely, actionable guidance to older Americans in their communities," said Sam Kunjukunju, vice president of consumer education for the ABA Foundation. "As fraud, scams and financial exploitation continue to grow in scale and sophistication, empowering seniors and their caregivers with practical resources is more critical than ever-and banks play a vital role in that work."
The Safe Banking for Seniors program provides registered banks with free turnkey resources that can be easily implemented with minimal staff time. These materials include facilitator guides, nine turnkey modules, social media posts, 15 educational videos, infographics, presentation slides and handouts designed for use in branches, community centers, senior centers, assisted living facilities, faith-based ministries, libraries and more. All program resources focus on one of three themes: managing money, financial caregiving or financial exploitation. They are designed to help banks address emerging risks and real-world challenges facing older adults and their families, while reinforcing practical steps consumers can take to protect themselves and their finances.
Registration for Safe Banking for Seniors is free and available to both member and non-member banks. Banks and community partners can learn more about Safe Banking for Seniors and access available resources here.
About the American Bankers Association
The American Bankers Association is the voice of the nation's $25.3 trillion banking industry, which is composed of small, regional and large banks that together employ over 2 million people, safeguard $20.1 trillion in deposits and extend $13.5 trillion in loans.
About the ABA Foundation
Through its leadership, partnerships, and national programs, ABA's Community Engagement Foundation (dba ABA Foundation), a 501(c)3, helps bankers provide financial education to individuals at every age, elevate issues around affordable housing and community development, and achieve corporate social responsibility objectives to improve the well-being of their customers and their communities.
In Depth
* Financial Literacy
* Elder Financial Exploitation
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Original text here: https://www.aba.com/about-us/press-room/press-releases/aba-foundation-marks-older-americans-month-and-celebrates-10-years-of-safe-banking-for-seniors
America's Anglers Celebrate Exempted Fishing Permits and Extension of Red Snapper Season
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 4 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release:
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America's Anglers Celebrate Exempted Fishing Permits and Extension of Red Snapper Season
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The Department of Commerce announced a significant expansion of the Atlantic red snapper fishing season, increasing access for anglers across the Southeast and providing greater certainty for the recreational boating and fishing community.
"Today's announcement from Secretary Lutnick is a tremendous step towards restoring access and improving the long-term management
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CHICAGO, Illinois, May 4 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release:
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America's Anglers Celebrate Exempted Fishing Permits and Extension of Red Snapper Season
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The Department of Commerce announced a significant expansion of the Atlantic red snapper fishing season, increasing access for anglers across the Southeast and providing greater certainty for the recreational boating and fishing community.
"Today's announcement from Secretary Lutnick is a tremendous step towards restoring access and improving the long-term managementof the South Atlantic red snapper fishery, which has been a top priority of the recreational boating and fishing community," said Frank Hugelmeyer, President and Chief Executive Officer at the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA). "We value the Secretary's efforts to drive better, state-driven data collection that can deliver longer, more stable seasons while maintaining strong conservation outcomes. We appreciate the administration's continued efforts to empower states, modernize fisheries management, and protect access to public waters - a cornerstone of an industry that supports 812,000 American jobs and generates $230 billion in annual economic impact."
Under the new framework, the 2026 season will expand from just two fishing days to 62 in Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina, and to 39 fishing days in Florida. By leveraging exempted fishing permits (EFPs), these states can gather real-time information on catch rates and fish populations, enabling more responsive, tailored management that better reflects on-the-water realities.
Recreational boating and fishing stakeholders have long advocated for modernized fisheries management. Short federal seasons - sometimes limited to just a few days - create confusion for boaters and strain businesses that rely on a predictable fishing calendar. Expanding the season in these four states will improve access and provide more stability.
This progress reflects the leadership of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, NOAA Administrator Dr. Neil Jacobs and the White House. Their support for innovation and cooperative management is helping expand access while maintaining a strong commitment to fisheries conservation.
The Secretary's approval of EFPs marks a pivotal step to modernizing red snapper management in the South Atlantic, benefitting anglers and marine manufacturers nationwide. By incorporating state-collected data and adaptive management approaches, fisheries managers can better ensure healthy red snapper populations while supporting recreational access and economic activity.
NMMA applauds the Trump Administration, Secretary Lutnick and NOAA for their efforts to modernize fisheries management and extend the red snapper season.
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Original text here: https://www.nmma.org/press/article/25487
ACOG and OpenEvidence Announce Strategic Collaboration to Advance Ob-Gyn Health Care
WASHINGTON, May 4 [Category: Medical] -- The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists issued the following news release:
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ACOG and OpenEvidence Announce Strategic Collaboration to Advance Ob-Gyn Health Care
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The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) and OpenEvidence announced a strategic collaboration to expand access to ACOG's evidence-based clinical guidance and develop insights to help inform the future of ob-gyn care and women's health.
The collaboration brings together ACOG, the leading professional membership organization and author of clinical guidance
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WASHINGTON, May 4 [Category: Medical] -- The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists issued the following news release:
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ACOG and OpenEvidence Announce Strategic Collaboration to Advance Ob-Gyn Health Care
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The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) and OpenEvidence announced a strategic collaboration to expand access to ACOG's evidence-based clinical guidance and develop insights to help inform the future of ob-gyn care and women's health.
The collaboration brings together ACOG, the leading professional membership organization and author of clinical guidancefor obstetrician-gynecologists, and OpenEvidence, an AI-powered clinical decision support and medical search platform designed for health care professionals. By integrating ACOG's trusted, evidence-based clinical guidance into OpenEvidence, the platform will give physicians and other clinicians access to timely, accurate medical information to support point-of-care decision making in ob-gyn care.
Open Evidence delivers synthesized answers sourced exclusively from authoritative, peer-reviewed medical literature and partner medical societies, with in-line citation for verification. Through this collaboration, ob-gyns and clinicians across specialties will be able to locate and interpret the most relevant ob-gyn guidance within seconds, supplementing clinical judgement with efficient access to timely evidence and ACOG's world-class clinical resources. Additionally, ACOG will be able to leverage insights to help inform future clinical guidance development and educational efforts.
"As ACOG marks its 75th year, we continue to evolve alongside our members," said Sandra E. Brooks, MD, MBA, FACOG, ACOG's CEO. "Our collaboration with OpenEvidence will ensure that ob-gyns and others providing this care can quickly access ACOG's exceptional clinical guidance while advancing the future of women's health care."
"More than a third of U.S. counties are maternity care deserts, and clinicians outside major medical centers are often the first to field women's health questions," said Travis Zack, MD, PhD, chief medical officer of OpenEvidence. "ACOG has spent more than seven decades building the most rigorous body of clinical guidance in women's health. Bringing that guidance into OpenEvidence means a family physician in a small community has the same evidence at their fingertips as a colleague at a large academic center, and we're proud to make that possible for physicians wherever they practice."
"Women's health is one of the most frequently searched topics on OpenEvidence. Through this collaboration, clinicians across specialties seeking information on women's health now have access to the best evidence base and clinical guidance in the field," said Mondira Ray, MD, senior vice president of clinical informatics at OpenEvidence. "The patterns in clinicians' questions also reveal where evidence gaps remain. In an area of medicine that has historically been under-resourced, these insights will help inform where continued investment can have the greatest impact for women's health care."
ACOG is OpenEvidence's first content partner in the ob-gyn field. OpenEvidence has also partnered with other medical societies and top-tier scientific peer-reviewed journals, such as New England Journal of Medicine and JAMA, to develop its platform, which has supported more than 200 million queries from verified health professionals.
"Beyond ensuring clinicians have broad access to ACOG's guidance, this collaboration gives us valuable insight into the real-world challenges clinicians are facing in women's health," said Jennifer Walsh, ACOG's COO. "Those insights will help ACOG continuously refine its guidance, clinical resources, and educational offerings so they better meet the needs of ob-gyns and the broader care teams who rely on ACOG's expertise."
ACOG's clinical guidance is available within OpenEvidence now.
OpenEvidence is the most widely used medical AI platform among U.S. physicians, trusted by hundreds of thousands of verified clinicians to make high-stakes clinical decisions at the point of care with answers that are sourced, cited, and grounded in peer-reviewed medical literature. Founded with the mission to organize and expand the world's collective medical knowledge, OpenEvidence is used daily, on average, by more than 40% of physicians in the United States, spanning over 10,000 hospitals and medical centers nationwide.
The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) is the leading professional membership organization for ob-gyns. For 75 years, ACOG has set the standard for ob-gyn care and advocated for policies that advance the field and empower ob-gyns to provide patients with the care they need. With more than 62,000 members, ACOG equips clinicians with expert-reviewed clinical guidance, practice management tools, career development resources, and lifelong professional education, and creates trusted, accessible information for patients.
ACOG champions ob-gyns in providing equitable, evidence-based care for patients today and into the future. Learn more about ACOG at acog.org.
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Original text here: https://www.acog.org/news/news-releases/2026/05/acog-openevidence-announce-strategic-collaboration-to-advance-ob-gyn-health-care
Nicole Luciano Named Associate Director of API Pennsylvania
WASHINGTON, May 2 [Category: Energy] -- The American Petroleum Institute posted the following news release:
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Nicole Luciano Named Associate Director of API Pennsylvania
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HARRISBURG, PA -April 28, 2026 -Today, the American Petroleum Institute (API) appointed Nicole Luciano of Harrisburg as Associate Director of API Pennsylvania. Luciano brings over 10 years of public policy, advocacy, legislative and regulatory analysis, coalition building and utility industry experience and will support API's mission to promote safety and influence public policy in support of a strong U.S. oil and natural
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WASHINGTON, May 2 [Category: Energy] -- The American Petroleum Institute posted the following news release:
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Nicole Luciano Named Associate Director of API Pennsylvania
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HARRISBURG, PA -April 28, 2026 -Today, the American Petroleum Institute (API) appointed Nicole Luciano of Harrisburg as Associate Director of API Pennsylvania. Luciano brings over 10 years of public policy, advocacy, legislative and regulatory analysis, coalition building and utility industry experience and will support API's mission to promote safety and influence public policy in support of a strong U.S. oil and naturalgas industry.
"Nicole's deep expertise in energy policy, proven leadership in association management and solid track record of building effective coalitions has earned her a strong reputation and makes her an exceptional addition to our team," said API Pennsylvania Executive Director Stephanie Catarino Wissman. "She brings a thoughtful, solutions-focused approach that will play a key role in advancing our mission, driving economic growth across the Commonwealth and delivering value for our stakeholders."
As Associate Director, Luciano will advocate for a robust oil and natural gas industry through collaboration with key constituencies and public policy engagement in Pennsylvania and West Virginia on behalf of API.
Before joining API, Luciano served the Energy Association of Pennsylvania as Director of Policy and previously as the Manager of Policy and Research, responsible for managing legislative and regulatory issues, industrywide coalition building and long-term strategic planning. She also served as a Public Policy Analyst for LeadingAge PA and a government affairs professional for the Insurance Agents and Brokers association, where she conducted outreach and member education while tracking legislation.
"I am thrilled to join the talented team at API Pennsylvania and to represent an industry that is so vital to our region's prosperity," said Luciano. "My focus will be on building meaningful collaborations with stakeholders and policymakers in both Pennsylvania and West Virginia to advance a robust energy agenda that supports our members and benefits the communities we serve."
Luciano holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Gettysburg College, graduating summa cum laude, and a Master's degree in Political Science from Lehigh University. She also holds professional certifications from the U.S. Chamber's Institute of Organization Management and the American Society of Association Executives as a Certified Association Executive.
About API Pennsylvania
The American Petroleum Institute Pennsylvania (API Pennsylvania) is a state affiliate office of the American Petroleum Institute (API). API represents all segments of America's oil and natural gas industry, supporting nearly 11 million U.S. jobs. With approximately 600 members, API companies produce, process and distribute the majority of the nation's energy. Founded in 1919, API has developed over 800 standards to enhance operational and environmental safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Learn more at API.org.
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Original text here: https://www.api.org/news-policy-and-issues/news/2026/04/29/nicole-luciano-named-associate-director-of-api-pennsylvania
STATEMENT: Virginia Regulators Reject Dominion Request to Slash Compensation for Solar Customers Sending Energy to Grid
WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Energy] -- The Solar Energy Industries Association issued the following news release:
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STATEMENT: Virginia Regulators Reject Dominion Request to Slash Compensation for Solar Customers Sending Energy to Grid
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RICHMOND, VA - Yesterday Virginia's State Corporation Commission (SCC) protected fair compensation rates for rooftop solar customers that send excess energy to the grid. The SCC denied Dominion Energy's request to slash net energy metering (NEM) compensation rates for rooftop solar customers. The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) intervened in
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WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Energy] -- The Solar Energy Industries Association issued the following news release:
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STATEMENT: Virginia Regulators Reject Dominion Request to Slash Compensation for Solar Customers Sending Energy to Grid
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RICHMOND, VA - Yesterday Virginia's State Corporation Commission (SCC) protected fair compensation rates for rooftop solar customers that send excess energy to the grid. The SCC denied Dominion Energy's request to slash net energy metering (NEM) compensation rates for rooftop solar customers. The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) intervened inthis case.
Following is a statement from Kevin Lucas, SEIA's vice president of policy analysis:
"Smart net metering policy is good for solar customers, grid reliability, electricity prices, and the clean energy economy. The State Corporation Commission was right to reject Dominion's request that would have made it much harder for Virginians to lower their electricity bills and contribute to grid reliability by investing in rooftop solar. We've always known that the benefits of net metering extend far beyond any one home that has rooftop solar, and it is great to see regulators affirm the widespread benefits of rooftop solar in their ruling."
Key provisions of the ruling include:
* Rejecting Dominion's request to drastically cut net metering compensation rates
* Maintaining energy netting in a manner that allows customers to save any excess energy for up to a year to offset future usage
* Denying Dominion's request to charge NEM applicants with exorbitant application fees
According to the latest Solar Market Insight report from SEIA and Wood Mackenzie, Virginia currently has 7.6 GW of installed solar capacity, the 9th-most installed solar capacity of any state and enough to power over 850,000 Virginians homes. More than 64,000 Virginian homes have installed rooftop solar.
Media Contact:
Jacob Weinberg, SEIA's State Communications Director, jweinberg@seia.org, 703-350-3774
About SEIA(r):
The Solar Energy Industries Association(r) (SEIA) is leading the transformation to a clean energy economy. SEIA works with its 1,200 member companies and other strategic partners to fight for policies that create jobs in every community and shape fair market rules that promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power. Founded in 1974, SEIA is the national trade association for the solar and solar + storage industries, building a comprehensive vision for the Solar+ Decade through research, education and advocacy. Visit SEIA online at www.seia.org and follow @SEIA on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
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Original text here: https://seia.org/news/statement-virginia-regulators-reject-dominion-request-to-slash-compensation-for-solar-customers-sending-energy-to-grid/
Nicole Luciano Named Associate Director of API Pennsylvania
WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Energy] -- The American Petroleum Institute posted the following news release:
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Nicole Luciano Named Associate Director of API Pennsylvania
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HARRISBURG, PA -April 28, 2026 -Today, the American Petroleum Institute (API) appointed Nicole Luciano of Harrisburg as Associate Director of API Pennsylvania. Luciano brings over 10 years of public policy, advocacy, legislative and regulatory analysis, coalition building and utility industry experience and will support API's mission to promote safety and influence public policy in support of a strong U.S. oil and natural
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WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Energy] -- The American Petroleum Institute posted the following news release:
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Nicole Luciano Named Associate Director of API Pennsylvania
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HARRISBURG, PA -April 28, 2026 -Today, the American Petroleum Institute (API) appointed Nicole Luciano of Harrisburg as Associate Director of API Pennsylvania. Luciano brings over 10 years of public policy, advocacy, legislative and regulatory analysis, coalition building and utility industry experience and will support API's mission to promote safety and influence public policy in support of a strong U.S. oil and naturalgas industry.
"Nicole's deep expertise in energy policy, proven leadership in association management and solid track record of building effective coalitions has earned her a strong reputation and makes her an exceptional addition to our team," said API Pennsylvania Executive Director Stephanie Catarino Wissman. "She brings a thoughtful, solutions-focused approach that will play a key role in advancing our mission, driving economic growth across the Commonwealth and delivering value for our stakeholders."
As Associate Director, Luciano will advocate for a robust oil and natural gas industry through collaboration with key constituencies and public policy engagement in Pennsylvania and West Virginia on behalf of API.
Before joining API, Luciano served the Energy Association of Pennsylvania as Director of Policy and previously as the Manager of Policy and Research, responsible for managing legislative and regulatory issues, industrywide coalition building and long-term strategic planning. She also served as a Public Policy Analyst for LeadingAge PA and a government affairs professional for the Insurance Agents and Brokers association, where she conducted outreach and member education while tracking legislation.
"I am thrilled to join the talented team at API Pennsylvania and to represent an industry that is so vital to our region's prosperity," said Luciano. "My focus will be on building meaningful collaborations with stakeholders and policymakers in both Pennsylvania and West Virginia to advance a robust energy agenda that supports our members and benefits the communities we serve."
Luciano holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Gettysburg College, graduating summa cum laude, and a Master's degree in Political Science from Lehigh University. She also holds professional certifications from the U.S. Chamber's Institute of Organization Management and the American Society of Association Executives as a Certified Association Executive.
About API Pennsylvania
The American Petroleum Institute Pennsylvania (API Pennsylvania) is a state affiliate office of the American Petroleum Institute (API). API represents all segments of America's oil and natural gas industry, supporting nearly 11 million U.S. jobs. With approximately 600 members, API companies produce, process and distribute the majority of the nation's energy. Founded in 1919, API has developed over 800 standards to enhance operational and environmental safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Learn more at API.org.
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Court Decision Restores In-Person Medical Visits for Dangerous Abortion Pills
WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Sociological] -- National Right to Life, a pro-life organization, issued the following news release:
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Court Decision Restores In-Person Medical Visits for Dangerous Abortion Pills
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WASHINGTON -The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals' decision today temporarily blocks the Biden-era FDA rule that allowed abortion pills containing mifepristone to be distributed through the mail without an in-person medical visit. Today's decision restores a critical layer of oversight for women's health and state authority and reinstates the prior requirement that mifepristone be
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WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Sociological] -- National Right to Life, a pro-life organization, issued the following news release:
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Court Decision Restores In-Person Medical Visits for Dangerous Abortion Pills
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WASHINGTON -The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals' decision today temporarily blocks the Biden-era FDA rule that allowed abortion pills containing mifepristone to be distributed through the mail without an in-person medical visit. Today's decision restores a critical layer of oversight for women's health and state authority and reinstates the prior requirement that mifepristone bedispensed in person while litigation continues.
"This decision is an important step toward restoring common-sense medical safeguards that were recklessly discarded by the Biden administration in the rush to expand abortion pill access," said Carol Tobias, president of National Right to Life. "Mail-order abortion drugs bypass basic protections such as physical exams, accurate pregnancy dating, screening for ectopic pregnancy, and the abortion-by-mail scheme complicates emergency care."
Tobias continued, "Women deserve better than an abortion-by-mail system that prioritizes ideology over safety."
The court's ruling comes amid growing legal and medical scrutiny over the FDA's loosening of mifepristone regulations under the Biden administration, particularly the removal of in-person dispensing requirements in 2023. Louisiana argued that the federal government failed to adequately justify these changes and ignored serious risks, including hemorrhage, sepsis, and complications that may require emergency intervention.
"For years, pro-life advocates have warned that mailing abortion drugs across state lines undermines both women's health and duly enacted state protections for unborn children," Tobias said. "Today's decision recognizes that the FDA cannot simply sweep legitimate safety concerns aside in favor of politics."
Medication abortions now account for a majority of U.S. abortions, making regulatory accountability more urgent than ever.
"The abortion industry has aggressively pushed convenience over caution," Tobias added. "Women facing unexpected pregnancies deserve real medical care, real information, and real support-not dangerous shortcuts."
Founded in 1968, the National Right to Life Committee (NRLC), the federation of affiliates in each of the 50 states, is the nation's oldest and largest grassroots pro-life organization. National Right to Life works through legislation and education to protect innocent human life from abortion, infanticide, assisted suicide, and euthanasia.
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CEO Nancy Brown named to Becker's Hospital Review's 2026 "Great Leaders in Healthcare" list
DALLAS, Texas, May 1 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release:
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CEO Nancy Brown named to Becker's Hospital Review's 2026 "Great Leaders in Healthcare" list
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DALLAS, May 1, 2026 -The American Heart Association's Chief Executive Officer Nancy Brown has been named to Becker's Hospital Review's prestigious " Great Leaders in Healthcare " list for 2026. The list recognizes executives who set strategic direction, shape organizational culture and advance healthcare nationwide. Becker's Hospital Review is a leading healthcare industry publication.
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DALLAS, Texas, May 1 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release:
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CEO Nancy Brown named to Becker's Hospital Review's 2026 "Great Leaders in Healthcare" list
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DALLAS, May 1, 2026 -The American Heart Association's Chief Executive Officer Nancy Brown has been named to Becker's Hospital Review's prestigious " Great Leaders in Healthcare " list for 2026. The list recognizes executives who set strategic direction, shape organizational culture and advance healthcare nationwide. Becker's Hospital Review is a leading healthcare industry publication.Its annual recognition lists spotlight leaders whose work demonstrates a bold and courageous commitment to their missions.
Brown is among 51 healthcare leaders recognized in the CEO and Founders category and one of 13 female leaders in that group. She has served as chief executive officer of the American Heart Association since 2008, leading its transformation into a global authority on cardiovascular and brain health.
"Becker's recognition of Nancy Brown is a powerful reflection of her visionary, mission-driven leadership and her unwavering commitment to improving health for everyone, everywhere," said Lee Shapiro, volunteer chairperson of the American Heart Association's national board of directors. "Under Nancy's vison, the American Heart Association has accelerated scientific discovery, strengthened the health of communities and expanded our impact around the globe."
Brown's efforts have brought together over 35 million volunteers, donors, supporters and staff globally to drive longer healthier lives. In addition, Brown has expanded quality improvement programs and clinical registries across more than 2,600 U.S. hospitals that care for 80% of the U.S. population; launched the Nation of Lifesavers (tm) movement to expand CPR and AED training; and advanced women's health through the Go Red for Women (r) movement, the Research Goes Red registry and the Go Red for Women Venture Fund (r). She has also advanced brain health science, strengthened nutrition security through the multisector Health Care by Food (tm) initiative, led the first-ever definition of cardio kidney metabolic syndrome with an accompanying treatment initiative, built innovative commercial and clinical research enterprises, partnered with leading CEOs to improve workforce and community health and driven policy change through national, state and local advocacy efforts supporting healthier communities and access to affordable care.
"This recognition truly belongs to the extraordinary people who make our work possible," Brown said. "The American Heart Association's impact is driven by the medical and lay volunteers-researchers, clinicians, patients, fundraisers, advocates and community leaders-who give their time and expertise in service of longer, healthier lives along with our dedicated staff. I'm honored to lead an organization powered by people who show up every day with compassion and commitment rooted in science."
Under Brown's leadership, the Association was recently identified by the Annenberg Public Policy Center as the most trusted public health information source after an individual's personal health care provider - more than 8 in 10 (82%) U.S. adults say they are confident in the American Heart Association to provide trustworthy information related to public health. The Association is also the largest non-government funder of cardiovascular- related scientific research in the world with more than $6 billion in funding distributed over the last 75 years.
Published annually in Becker's Hospital Review, the list honors leaders whose influence extends beyond their organizations and into the broader healthcare ecosystem. Leaders are selected through a nomination and editorial research process and organizations cannot pay for inclusion. Brown was recognized among healthcare changemakers whose leadership reflects the vision, resolve and mission-driven focus that Becker's cites as defining characteristics of the 2026 honorees. The full list, including individual profiles, is available at www.beckershospitalreview.com.
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About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities, the organization has been a leading source of health information for more than one hundred years. Supported by more than 35 million volunteers globally, we fund groundbreaking research, advocate for the public's health, and provide critical resources to save and improve lives affected by cardiovascular disease and stroke. By driving breakthroughs and implementing proven solutions in science, policy, and care, we work tirelessly to advance health and transform lives every day. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook, X or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.
For Media Inquiries:
American Heart Association: Suzanne Grant: Suzanne.Grant@heart.org
For Public Inquiries: 1-800-AHA-USA1 (242-8721)
heart.org and stroke.org
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Airlines for America Statement on the End of DHS Shutdown
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Airlines for America issued the following statement on April 30, 2026:
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A4A Statement on the End of DHS Shutdown
The following is attributable to Airlines for America (A4A) President and CEO Chris Sununu:
"U.S. airlines are relieved that lawmakers have finally come to an agreement to fund the Department of Homeland Security, ensuring TSA agents and Customs officers at airports are paid for their hard work to keep our airports and skies secure. In just a few weeks, the United States will welcome visitors from around the globe for FIFA World Cup and America 250 celebrations.
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WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Airlines for America issued the following statement on April 30, 2026:
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A4A Statement on the End of DHS Shutdown
The following is attributable to Airlines for America (A4A) President and CEO Chris Sununu:
"U.S. airlines are relieved that lawmakers have finally come to an agreement to fund the Department of Homeland Security, ensuring TSA agents and Customs officers at airports are paid for their hard work to keep our airports and skies secure. In just a few weeks, the United States will welcome visitors from around the globe for FIFA World Cup and America 250 celebrations.These federal resources are critical to ensuring a smooth and successful summer. We urge President Trump to swiftly sign this legislation into law so tens of thousands of TSA agents and Customs officers can have confidence that they will be paid on time for the important job they do.
"Congress must now turn to the important task of ensuring that the agencies on the frontlines of aviation security are never again used as leverage during future government shutdowns. Federal aviation workers need to have paycheck predictability and financial stability so they can put food on the table, pay their rent and put gas in their cars. And the traveling public should never again be asked to bear the brunt of Congress's inaction.
"Without a regular cadence of appropriations packages and with government shutdowns becoming more frequent, Congress should now ensure that the federal workers who make aviation successful are paid for their essential work in the event of any future government shutdowns."
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ATA Renews Featured Product Agreement with Premier Trailer Leasing
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 1 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations posted the following news release:
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ATA Renews Featured Product Agreement with Premier Trailer Leasing
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Washington -Today, the American Trucking Associations announced that it is renewing Premier Trailer Leasing as an ATA Featured Product Program Provider. As one of the largest trailer rental and leasing companies in the United States, Premier provides flexible and scalable solutions across dry vans, reefers, flatbeds, and chassis to support a wide range of transportation needs.
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ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 1 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations posted the following news release:
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ATA Renews Featured Product Agreement with Premier Trailer Leasing
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May 01, 2026
Washington -Today, the American Trucking Associations announced that it is renewing Premier Trailer Leasing as an ATA Featured Product Program Provider. As one of the largest trailer rental and leasing companies in the United States, Premier provides flexible and scalable solutions across dry vans, reefers, flatbeds, and chassis to support a wide range of transportation needs.
"Trucking is a capital intensive industry, requiring fleets to adapt quickly to shifting freight demand, seasonal swings, and economic cycles," said Michael Doran, ATA senior vice president of membership and allied partnerships. "Vendors like Premier Trailer Leasing give carriers the flexibility they need to right size capacity and ensure their equipment aligns with customer needs and current market conditions."
"We're proud to continue our partnership with the American Trucking Association," said Jim AuBuchon, CEO of Premier Trailer Leasing. "As the industry continues to evolve, we're committed to delivering reliable equipment, transparent pricing, and partnerships carriers and shippers can rely on to stay competitive."
Premier Trailer Leasing delivers comprehensive trailer solutions with optimal flexibility and customization from pick up to return. Services provided by Premier include:
* Extensive Fleet Options: Access to a nationwide fleet of 70,000 new and late-model dry vans, reefers, flatbeds, and chassis.
* RoadCARE(r) Support: 24/7 roadside assistance from an in-house team dedicated to minimizing downtime and keeping trailers moving.
* Maintenance & Reliability: Multiple maintenance programs with access to a vast network of vendors and high inspection standards to ensure consistent performance and reduce operational risk.
* Flexible Rental & Leasing Solutions: Scalable options that allow carriers to adjust fleet size based on demand without the capital burden of ownership.
* FleetLocate(r) Technology: Real-time GPS tracking and trailer visibility tools to improve efficiency, security, and asset utilization.
With a fleet of 70,000 trailers and over 40 locations nationwide, Premier Trailer Leasing is one of the largest trailer rental and leasing companies in the United States. By focusing on reliability, transparency, and maximum uptime, Premier Trailer Leasing is a partner commercial fleets can rely on when it matters most.
A complete list of ATA Business Solutions Featured Product companies is available at https://www.atabusinesssolutions.com/Shopping/Landing.html.
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