China's Economy - Current Trends & Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11667) by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter and international trade and finance analyst Michael D. Sutherland.
Here are excerpts:
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China's Economy: Current Trends and Issues
The government of the People's Republic of China (PRC or China) is targeting China's per capita gross domestic product (GDP) to reach that of a middle-income developed country by 2035. more
Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 - Expiring Provisions Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12959) by cybersecurity policy specialist Chris Jaikaran:
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The Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015: Expiring Provisions
A decade ago, Congress authorized a cybersecurity information sharing structure that allows the federal government to collect and disseminate threat information, and enabled private sector entities to voluntarily share that information with the go more
Fed Vice Chair for Supervision Bowman Issues Remarks at the Hoover Institution Annual Monetary Policy Conference
STANDFORD, California, May 9 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following speech on May 8, 2026, by Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle W. Bowman at the Hoover Institution Annual Monetary Policy Conference:
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When Regulation Reshapes Markets: The Migration of Corporate Lending
Good afternoon and thank you for the invitation to join you at the Hoover Institution's annual Monetary Policy Conference./1 As the Federal Reserve's Vice Chair for Supervision, I oversee the safety and soundness of more
Mary Kissel Tells Class of 2026: Freedom Is Your Ultimate Advantage
MIDLAND, Michigan, May 9 -- Northwood University posted the following news:
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Mary Kissel Tells Class of 2026: Freedom Is Your Ultimate Advantage
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Northwood University concluded its 2026 Commencement celebration Saturday by honoring Mary Kissel, executive vice president and senior policy adviser at Stephens Inc., during the University's 3 p.m. ceremony.
Kissel's career has spanned journalism, finance, public service, and global affairs. She has advised political leaders, Fortune 500 C more
Miller School of Medicine Celebrates Commencement for the Class of 2026
MIAMI, Florida, May 9 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news:
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Miller School of Medicine Celebrates Commencement for the Class of 2026
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Two-hundred twenty new physicians earned their degrees as the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine honors its Class of 2026 at commencement.
After years of clinical rotations, late-night study sessions and service to a community that helped shape their training, medical students in the University of Mi more
NYSNA Nurses at NYP-Brooklyn Methodist Hospital Speak Out for Patient and Nurse Safety
NEW YORK, May 9 -- The New York State Nurses Association issued the following news release on May 8, 2026:
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NYSNA Nurses at NYP-Brooklyn Methodist Hospital Speak Out for Patient and Nurse Safety
Nurses Sound the Alarm on Rise in Workplace Violence, Demand a Fair Contract that Protects Nurses and Patients
With Contract Expired, Nurses Escalate Campaign for Safe Staffing and a Fair Contract
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Brooklyn, N.Y.- Today, New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian more
SEC Commissioner Peirce Issues Remarks at the 13th Annual Conference on Financial Markets Regulation
WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following remarks on May 8, 2026, by Commissioner Hester M. Peirce at the 13th Annual Conference on Financial Markets Regulation:
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Dad Jokes: Remarks at the 13th Annual Conference on Financial Markets Regulation
I am delighted to be part of the 13th Annual Conference on Financial Markets Regulation and Josh White's first as director of the SEC's Division of Economic and Risk Analysis ("DERA"). Thank you to DERA and th more
AI Investment Impact Webinar
PHOENIX, Arizona, May 8 -- The University of Phoenix issued the following news release:
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AI Investment Impact Webinar
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Free May 14 webinar explores new research on why AI and workforce investments fall short-and how leaders can better connect skills, strategy and business outcomes
University of Phoenix will host a free webinar, "From AI Investment to Impact: Lessons from C-suite Leaders on How to Deliver Value on AI Investment," on May 14 at 2 pm EST/1 pm CT/11 am AZ. The session wil more
Federal Reserve Bank of New York Director of Research Athreya Issues Opening Remarks at The 2026 Federal Reserve Financial and Monetary History Conference
NEW YORK, May 8 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of New York issued the following remarks on May 6, 2026, by Kartik Athreya, director of research and head of the research and statistics group at the Federal Reserve Financial and Monetary History Conference:
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Introduction
Good morning to all, and it's a joy to welcome you to the New York Fed and to add my welcome to each of you. I'll thank first of all Stephan Luck and the program committee for making this happen, and Cindy Smith in our events more
UA Little Rock Graduate Student Combines Chemistry and Technology to Shape Future of Research
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, May 8 -- The University of Arkansas Little Rock campus issued the following news:
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UA Little Rock Graduate Student Combines Chemistry and Technology to Shape Future of Research
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Growth has defined Stephen Afolabi's journey. From his early studies in Nigeria to his research in the United States, he has moved from traditional chemistry into emerging work in machine learning. As he prepares to graduate with a master's degree in chemistry from UA Little Rock, Afolabi more
Milken Institute and Motsepe Foundation Announce Winners of $2 Million Milken-Motsepe Prize in AI and Manufacturing
SANTA MONICA, California, May 6 -- The Milken Institute issued the following news release with Motsepe Foundation:
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Milken Institute and Motsepe Foundation Announce Winners of the $2 Million Milken-Motsepe Prize in AI and Manufacturing
BleagLee, an AI-powered waste recycling company from Cameroon, receives $1 million Grand Prize for AI and manufacturing advancements; the Milken-Motsepe Prize also announces a new prize in circular economy
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(Los Angeles, CA)--The Milken Institute and th more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
China's Economy - Current Trends & Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11667) by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter and international trade and finance analyst Michael D. Sutherland.
Here are excerpts:
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China's Economy: Current Trends and Issues
The government of the People's Republic of China (PRC or China) is targeting China's per capita gross domestic product (GDP) to reach that of a middle-income developed country by 2035. more
Community Development Block Grants for Disaster Recovery Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13221) by economic development policy analyst Joseph V. Jaroscak:
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Community Development Block Grants for Disaster Recovery: A Primer
In response to some disasters, Congress has provided supplemental funding for long-term disaster recovery and other related purposes under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program's statutory authority (42 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.5301 et se more
Congressional Nominations to U.S. Service Academies - Candidate Qualifications & Noncongressional Nominating Authorities
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13219) by American national government specialists Sarah J. Eckman and R. Eric Petersen.
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Congressional Nominations to U.S. Service Academies: Candidate Qualifications and Noncongressional Nominating Authorities
Members of Congress are authorized by law to nominate candidates for appointment to four U.S. service academies. These schools are the U.S. Milit more
Congressional Nominations to U.S. Service Academies - Member Office Management Considerations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13220) by American national government specialists Sarah J. Eckman and R. Eric Petersen.
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Congressional Nominations to U.S. Service Academies: Member Office Management Considerations
Members of Congress are authorized by law to nominate candidates for appointment to four U.S. service academies: the U.S. Military Academy (USMA); U.S. Naval Academy (USNA); more
Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 - Expiring Provisions Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12959) by cybersecurity policy specialist Chris Jaikaran:
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The Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015: Expiring Provisions
A decade ago, Congress authorized a cybersecurity information sharing structure that allows the federal government to collect and disseminate threat information, and enabled private sector entities to voluntarily share that information with the go more
Rice's Whale - Conservation Efforts, Implications for Ocean Sectors & Considerations for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12835) by natural resources policy specialists Laura B. Comay and Anthony R. Marshak.
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The Rice's Whale: Conservation Efforts, Implications for Ocean Sectors and Considerations for Congress
The Rice's whale (Balaenoptera ricei; Figure 1) is a recently described species of baleen whale (i.e., whales that contain baleen plates in their mouths for sieving pl more
Congressional Court Watcher - Circuit Splits From April 2026 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11430) by deputy assistant director Michael John Garcia and legislative attorney Alexander H. Pepper:
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Congressional Court Watcher: Circuit Splits from April 2026
The U.S. Courts of Appeals for the thirteen "circuits" issue thousands of precedential decisions each year. Because relatively few of these decisions are ultimately reviewed by the Supreme Court, the U.S. Cou more
Farm Bill Primer - Overview & Status Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12047) by Jim Monke, agricultural policy specialist and Megan Stubbs, agricultural conservation and natural resources policy specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm Bill Primer: Overview and Status
A farm bill is a collection of laws and changes to laws that authorize, reauthorize, or amend various food, agriculture, and rural policies. Congress has passed farm bills about eve more
India's Domestic Political Setting Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10298) by South Asian affairs specialist K. Alan Kronstadt.
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India's Domestic Political Setting
Overview
According to its Constitution, India is a "sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic republic" where the bulk of executive power rests with the prime minister and his/her Council of Ministers. The Indian president is a ceremonial chief of state with l more
Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation & Management Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13210) by natural resources policy analyst Anthony R. Marshak:
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The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA): Issues for the 119th Congress
The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, as amended (MSA; 16 U.S.C. Sec.1801 et seq.), is the primary law authorizing the conservation and management of U.S. federal marine fisheries (i.e., thos more
Responding to Drought in the Colorado River Basin Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11982) by natural resources policy analyst specialist Charles V. Stern.
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Responding to Drought in the Colorado River Basin
The Colorado River Basin covers more than 246,000 square miles in seven U.S. states and Mexico. Basin waters are governed by multiple documents, known collectively as the Law of the River. The Colorado River Compact of 1922 established more
Section 232 Automotive Tariffs Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12545) by international trade and finance analyst Kyla H. Kitamura.
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Section 232 Automotive Tariffs: Issues for Congress
In 2025, President Donald Trump imposed 25% tariffs on U.S. imports of automobiles and certain automobile parts under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 (19 U.S.C. Sec.1862). Section 232 authorizes the President to take actio more
Senate Consideration of Treaties Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-384) entitled "Senate Consideration of Treaties" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen.
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The consideration of treaties and nominations constitutes the executive business of the Senate./1
To conduct executive business, the Senate must resolve into executive session. Senate Rule 29 governs executive sessions, generally; Rule 30 addresses pro more
Senate Rules Affecting Committees Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-311) entitled "Senate Rules Affecting Committees" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Summary
For the most part, the Senate's rules allow each of its standing committees to decide for itself how to conduct its legislative business. Senate rules require that each committee adopt and publish its own written rules. In addition, the Senate imposes certain requ more
Colombia's 2026 Presidential Election Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12689) on May 6, 2026, by Latin American affairs specialist Clare Ribando Seelke.
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Colombia's 2026 Presidential Election
On May 31, Colombia, a top U.S. security partner in Latin America, is scheduled to convene an election to replace President Gustavo Petro (2022-present), who is constitutionally barred from seeking reelection. U.S. officials and some Mem more
Cook Islands & Niue - States in Free Association Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12994) on May 6, 2026, by foreign policy analyst Jared G. Tupuola.
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The Cook Islands and Niue: States in Free Association
The Pacific Islands region comprises a variety of polities including fully independent nations, overseas territories, and self-governing states in "Free Association" with other nations. Successive U.S. presidential administrations and more
Defense Primer - LGM-35A Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11681) on May 6, 2026, by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink.
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Defense Primer: LGM-35A Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile
The LGM-35A Sentinel is envisioned as an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) system that is expected to replace the Minuteman III (MMIII) ICBM in the U.S. nuclear force structure. MMIII has served as the ground-based le more
DFC Shipping Reinsurance Facility - Iran Conflict & Strait of Hormuz Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12688) on May 6, 2026, by foreign assistance analyst Nick M. Brown and international trade and finance specialist Shayerah I. Akhtar:
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DFC Shipping Reinsurance Facility: Iran Conflict and Strait of Hormuz
Background
In February 2026, U.S. and Israeli forces initiated military operations against Iran. Iran responded with retaliatory attacks and threats against commercial ship more
Endangered Species Committee Exemption of Oil & Gas Activities in the Gulf of America Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13218) on May 6, 2026.
The white paper is written by natural resources policy specialists Anthony R. Marshak, Pervaze A. Sheikh and Laura B. Comay:
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Endangered Species Committee ("God Squad") Exemption of Oil and Gas Activities in the Gulf of America
Introduction
On March 31, 2026, the Endangered Species Committee (ESC; also known as the "God Squad") voted to issue an exem more
FY2027 President's Budget in Historical Context - Revenues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12690) on May 6, 2026, by economic policy analyst D. Andrew Austin.
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The FY2027 President's Budget in Historical Context: Revenues
On April 3, 2026, the Trump Administration submitted its budget for FY2027, which proposes to constrain nondefense spending, maintain spending on border security and immigration enforcement, and increase defense spending. In Fe more
Senate Committee Hearings - Arranging Witnesses Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-336) on May 6, 2026, entitled "Senate Committee Hearings: Arranging Witnesses" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Selecting witnesses is one of the most important aspects of planning a Senate hearing. Committees and subcommittees pay careful attention to which viewpoints will be represented, who should testify, and the order and format for presenting witne more
Senate Committee Hearings - Preparation Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-489) on May 6, 2026, entitled "Senate Committee Hearings: Preparation" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Committee hearings allow Senators an opportunity to gather information on - and draw attention to - legislation and issues within a committee's purview, conduct oversight of programs or agencies, and investigate allegations of wrongdoing.
This checkli more
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-337) on May 6, 2026, entitled "Senate Committee Hearings: Scheduling and Notification" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Senate standing committees and their subcommittees have authority to hold hearings whether the Senate is in session, has recessed, or has adjourned (Rule XXVI, paragraph 1). Regardless of the type of hearing or whether a hearing is held more
Senate Committee Hearings - Witness Testimony Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-392) on May 6, 2026, entitled "Senate Committee Hearings: Witness Testimony" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Generally, witnesses before Senate committees (except Appropriations) must provide the committee with copies of their written testimony at least one day prior to their oral testimony. It is common practice to ask a witness to limit his or her ora more
U.S. Army Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Programs Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12668) on May 6, 2026, by defense policy analyst Daniel M. Gettinger.
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U.S. Army Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Programs
The U.S. Army operates uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), including small UAS (sUAS, commonly referred to as drones). These systems support intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR); target acquisition and strike; electronic w more
U.S. Election Assistance Commission Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10981) on May 6, 2026, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton:
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The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC): An Overview
The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) is an independent federal agency that is charged with helping election officials to improve the administration of elections and voters to participate in the electoral process. It was establi more
Argentine Beef Import Quota Expansion Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12687) on May 5, 2026, by agricultural policy analysts Benjamin Tsui and Christine Whitt.
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Argentine Beef Import Quota Expansion
In February 2026, the average price cattle producers received for their cattle reached a record high. The price increase was in part due to the year-over-year decreases in U.S. cattle inventory, suspended cattle imports from Mexi more
CDC's Updated Childhood Vaccine Schedule Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11427) on May 4, 2026, by legislative attorney Hannah-Alise Rogers:
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CDC's Updated Childhood Vaccine Schedule: Litigation and Potential Implications for Vaccine Injury Compensation Program
In December 2025, President Trump issued an executive memorandum in which he instructed the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to "review best practi more
Child Support Enforcement Passport Denial Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12660) on May 5, 2026, by social policy specialist Jessica Tollestrup and foreign affairs analyst Cory R. Gill:
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The Child Support Enforcement Passport Denial Program
The Child Support Enforcement (CSE) Passport Denial Program is a mandatory enforcement mechanism that applies to noncustodial parents who owe past-due child support. The program was originally enacted as part of more
Defense Primer - Personnel Tempo Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11007) on May 5, 2026, by military personnel specialist Kristy N. Kamarck.
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Defense Primer: Personnel Tempo (PERSTEMPO)
United States military operations around the globe may lead to prolonged, recurrent deployments for some U.S. servicemembers. Those servicemembers and/or their families may face deployment-related stress. In addition, preparation for dep more
Electoral College - Frequently Asked Questions Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48936) on May 5, 2026, entitled "The Electoral College: Frequently Asked Questions" by American national government specialist R. Sam Garrett.
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SUMMARY
Individual voters in the United States do not directly elect the President and the Vice President. Instead, their votes select intermediaries, known as electors, to cast votes for a presidential ticket on their behalf. T more
Federal Government & Anthropic - Considerations for AI Innovation & Competition Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13217) on May 5, 2026, by Laurie Harris, science and technology policy analyst and Clare Y. Cho, industrial organization and business policy specialist:
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Federal Government and Anthropic: Considerations for AI Innovation and Competition
On February 27, 2026, President Trump directed federal agencies to stop using technology developed by the U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) more
Kings & Queens Addressing Joint Meetings of Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12682) on May 4, 2026, by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus.
Here are excerpts:
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Kings and Queens Addressing Joint Meetings of Congress
On April 28, 2026, King Charles III of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland addressed a joint meeting of Congress. King Charles was jointly invited by Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson, Senate Majorit more
Office of Strategic Capital - Overview & Considerations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13215) on May 4, 2026, by science and technology policy analyst Marcy E. Gallo.
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Office of Strategic Capital: Overview and Considerations
Technological advantage has long contributed to the dominance of the U.S. Armed Forces. Some analysts and policymakers also suggest that U.S. technological superiority - and, by extension, national security - is at risk more
Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13096) on May 4, 2026, by natural resources policy analyst Anthony R. Marshak.
Here are excerpts:
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The Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund
Introduction
The Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund (PCSRF) provides federal funding for the protection, conservation, and restoration of Pacific salmon species (Oncorhynchus spp.) and steelhead trout (O. mykiss) that are listed or a more
Section 307 and Imports Produced by Forced Labor Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11360) on May 4, 2026.
The white paper is written by foreign affairs specialist Michael A. Weber and international trade and finance specialists Christopher A. Casey and Cathleen D. Cimino-Isaacs.
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Section 307 and Imports Produced by Forced Labor
The International Labor Organization (ILO) estimated that in 2021 on any given day, 27.6 million people were more
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - FY2027 Appropriations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13212) on May 5, 2026, by natural resources policy specialists Anna E. Normand and Nicole T. Carter.
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: FY2027 Appropriations
Congress generally funds and provides related policy direction to the civil works activities of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) in annual Energy and Water Development appropriations acts and the more
Army's Multi-Domain Task Force Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11797) on May 4, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and U.S. Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
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The Army's Multi-Domain Task Force (MDTF)
The Significance of the Multi-Domain Task Force (MDTF)
Congress has expressed concern about the threat to U.S. national security posed by Russia and China. The Army believes to address this threat, it m more
Connecting Constituents With Federal Programs for Historic Preservation
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13216) on May 4, 2026, by research librarian Scott Vierick and natural resources policy specialist Mark K. DeSantis:
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Connecting Constituents with Federal Programs for Historic Preservation
Congress has established programs and provided grant funding to assist constituents - including individuals, organizations, and state, tribal, and local governments - with historic preser more
Foreign Leaders Addressing Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10211) on May 4, 2026, by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus.
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Foreign Leaders Addressing Congress
Foreign leaders are periodically invited to address Congress. The first address by a foreign dignitary occurred on December 10, 1824, when Revolutionary War hero the Marquis de Lafayette addressed the House. The most recent address took place on April 28, 2 more
Private Equity in Selected Industries - Policy Background Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13214) on May 4, 2026, by financial economics specialist Eva Su.
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Private Equity in Selected Industries: Policy Background
Private equity (PE) - which falls within a broader set of investment products often called alternative investments, private capital, or private funds - is a pooled investment vehicle that generally raises money from accredited investo more
Vaccine Injury Compensation Program & the Office of Special Masters Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12213) on May 4, 2026, by legislative attorney Hannah-Alise Rogers:
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The Vaccine Injury Compensation Program and the Office of Special Masters
In 1986, Congress passed the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act (NCVIA; 42 U.S.C. Sec.Sec. 300aa-10-300aa-34), which created the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). The VICP is a no-fault compensation program that more
Vaccine Injury Compensation Program - Adjudication of Petitions & the 240-Day Deadline Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11428) on May 4, 2026, by legislative attorney Hannah-Alise Rogers:
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Vaccine Injury Compensation Program: The Adjudication of Petitions and the 240-Day Deadline
The Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) was created by Congress via the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986. The VICP is a no-fault compensation program made up of two essential components. Fir more
Cruel & Unusual Punishments Clause's Ban on Executing the Intellectually Disabled Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11426) on May 1, 2026, by legislative attorney Dave S. Sidhu:
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The Cruel and Unusual Punishments Clause's Ban on Executing the Intellectually Disabled
In 2002, the Supreme Court in Atkins v. Virginia ruled that the imposition of capital punishment on the intellectually disabled constitutes "cruel and unusual" punishment in violation of the Eighth Amendment, leaving to more
Government Shutdowns - Applying the Antideficiency Act to a Lapse in Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48930) on May 1, 2026, entitled "Government Shutdowns: Applying the Antideficiency Act to a Lapse in Appropriations" by legislative attorneys Sean Stiff and Matthew D. Trout:
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SUMMARY
Congress funds much of the federal government through a series of 12 regular, annual appropriations acts. A significant portion of that funding is for a single fiscal year, and most agencies thus rely on pass more
Government Shutdowns - Applying the Antideficiency Act to a Lapse in Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48930) on May 1, 2026, entitled "Government Shutdowns - Applying the Antideficiency Act to a Lapse in Appropriations:"
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Authority to Continue Government Programs During Lapses in Appropriations
Under the Antideficiency Act's general prohibitions, when an agency experiences a lapse in appropriations, its officers and employees generally may no longer involve th more
Recent Developments in International Tourism to the U.S. Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12589) on May 1, 2026, by economic development policy analyst Adam G. Levin and immigration policy analyst Jill H. Wilson.
Here are excerpts:
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Recent Developments in International Tourism to the United States
Lengthy visa interview wait times, stricter border and immigration policies, potential tariffs, the dollar's strength, U.S. travel restrictions for certain countries, a more
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11436) on May 1, 2026, by foreign assistance analyst Nick M. Brown and international trade and finance specialist Shayerah I. Akhtar.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)
DFC, a federal agency, uses financial tools to promote private investment overseas. Its purpose is to advance U.S. development and foreign policy interests, accounti more
Veterans Affairs Life Insurance Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13213) on May 1, 2026, by social policy analyst T. Lynn Sears.
Here are excerpts:
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Veterans Affairs Life Insurance (VALife)
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) administers several life insurance programs. Two of these programs, the now-closed Service-Disabled Veterans' Insurance (S-DVI) program and the recently launched Veterans Affairs Life Insurance (VALife) program, more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
5 Academic Experts Urge FDA to Refine Guidance on Plausible Mechanism Framework for Individualized Therapies
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- A group of five academic faculty members submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration addressing the agency's Draft Guidance for Industry on the use of the Plausible Mechanism Framework to develop individualized therapies targeting specific genetic conditions. The group, drawing on expertise in FDA policy, bioethics, genetic medicine, and clinical research, expressed general support for the guidance's goal but called for clarifications and adjus more
7T World Urges OCC Clarity on Stablecoin Compliance and Supervision Framework
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- 7T World LLC, Kalispell, Montana, a strategic advisory and compliance technology firm, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding its proposed rule on payment stablecoin activities under the GENIUS for the 21st Century Act. The letter addresses the regulatory framework for national banks engaging in stablecoin services and calls for specific clarifications to enable safe adoption by community banks and credit unions.
The more
AARP Opposes HUD Proposal to Expand Work Requirements and Term Limits in Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- AARP, an organization representing 125 million Americans aged 50 and older, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to the agency's proposed rule establishing flexibility for implementing work requirements and term limits in HUD-assisted housing programs. The group cautioned that expanding these requirements risks increasing housing instability and hardship among vulnerable older adults and their familie more
Advancement Project Opposes DOE's Plan to Rescind Title VI Disparate Impact Protections
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Advancement Project, a racial justice organization based in D.C., has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing the department's direct final rule aimed at rescinding regulations related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs or activities, specifically those implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Advancement Project asserts that the proposed rule would eliminate critical protections prohibiting federally funded more
AFL-CIO American Federation of Labor Opposes OPM Proposal to Revise Federal Reduction-in-Force Procedures
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Labor - Congress of Industrial Organizations has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on "Reduction in Force." Representing nearly 15 million workers, including many federal employees and veterans, the AFL-CIO argues that the proposed rule dismantles crucial statutory protections that safeguard fairness, objectivity, and merit in federal workforce re more
AFL-CIO Unions Challenges OPM's Proposed Changes to Reduction in Force Procedures
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Government Employees and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees submitted a public comment letter opposing proposed changes by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to established Reduction in Force procedures. The unions criticized the proposal for elevating subjective performance ratings as the primary factor in ranking employees during RIF actions, which they argue undermines veterans' retention preferences an more
Air Burners Urges EPA to Streamline Air Curtain Incinerator Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Air Burners Inc., the manufacturer of air curtain burners, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency supporting a proposed rule to consolidate regulatory requirements for air curtain incinerators that burn only wood waste, yard waste, and clean lumber. The company emphasized that the rule would remove burdensome Title V permitting obligations, clarifying and aligning regulatory expectations with the Clean Air Act.
Founded in 1997, Air more
American Association of People With Disabilities Raises Concerns Over CMS Medicaid Fraud Crackdown and AI Use
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The American Association of People with Disabilities has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing concerns about CMS actions targeting Medicaid services for people with disabilities. The letter follows CMS's February 2026 announcement of a request for information and related measures aimed at combating provider fraud in Medicaid programs in states such as Minnesota, California, and New York. The AAPD is a disability-led adv more
American Society for Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition Urges CMS to Mandate Malnutrition Care Reporting
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing support for the agency's proposed rule on mandatory reporting of the Malnutrition Care Score electronic clinical quality measure beginning with the 2030 fiscal year payment determination. The proposed rule addresses hospital inpatient systems for acute care and long-term care prospective payment systems, as well as requirement more
Anchorage Digital Bank Urges Revisions to OCC's Stablecoin Issuance Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Anchorage Digital Bank National Association submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the agency's notice of proposed rulemaking on implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act for federally chartered stablecoin issuers. ADB, the first federally chartered stablecoin issuer and a leader in digital asset custody, provided detailed feedback on improvements to the OCC's framework for reg more
Andreessen Horowitz Urges OCC to Revise Stablecoin Regulation Proposal for Clarity and Innovation Support
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Andreessen Horowitz, Menlo Park, California, a major venture capital firm heavily invested in blockchain and stablecoin technologies, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the agency's notice of proposed rulemaking to implement the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. The firm's letter addresses the OCC's regulatory approach and offers detailed recommendations aimed at fostering transpar more
Antonin Scalia Law School Clinic Supports Performance-Based Reduction in Force Rule
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Antonin Scalia Law School Administrative Law Clinic submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management in response to the agency's proposed revisions to its reduction-in-force regulations. The Clinic advocates for regulatory improvements consistent with constitutional and statutory principles.
The letter provides historical context, noting that RIF authority has existed since 1876 and that past administrations have implemented large federal wor more
Arkansas Renters United Opposes HUD Proposal on Work Requirements and Term Limits
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Arkansas Renters United, Little Rock, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits." The organization expressed concerns that the rule, which is intended to offer flexibility, would instead compel public housing authorities in Arkansas to impose mandatory work requirements of at least 20 hours per week due t more
Asian Americans Advancing Justice Opposes DOE Rule Rescinding Nondiscrimination Protections
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Asian Americans Advancing Justice has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing its direct final rule titled "Rescinding Regulations Related to Nondiscrimination in Federally Assisted Programs or Activities." The nonprofit civil rights organization urged the immediate withdrawal of the rule, stating that it conflicts with existing civil rights laws, undermines long-standing protections, and was issued through an inappropriate procedural mech more
Association of State & Territorial Solid Waste Management Official Urges Caution in EPA's Transition to Fully Electronic Hazardous Waste Manifests
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Association of State and Territorial Solid Waste Management Official Hazardous Waste Subcommittee submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency addressing concerns and recommendations regarding the EPA's proposed rule to sunset paper hazardous waste manifests. The proposal aims to transition the waste management industry to a fully electronic manifest system within 24 months of the rule's finalization.
The HWSC, representing solid and haz more
Bank of New York Mellon Urges OCC to Adopt Principles-Based Standards for Stablecoin Reserve Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Bank of New York Mellon Corp. submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. BNY endorsed the OCC's efforts to provide regulatory clarity while promoting financial stability. The firm, a longstanding custodian and critical player in U.S. Treasury markets, offered several key recommendations aimed more
Beyond Plastics Urges EPA to Reject Deregulation of Air Curtain Incinerators and Pyrolysis Facilities
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Beyond Plastics, Bennington, Vermont, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency opposing proposed regulatory changes concerning air curtain incinerators and the redefinition of pyrolysis under the Clean Air Act. The environmental group, which advocates nationwide to end plastic pollution and mitigate its health, climate, and environmental impacts, warns that the EPA's actions could lead to increased air pollution and harm vulnerable co more
BlackRock Urges OCC to Refine Stablecoin Reserve Asset Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- BlackRock Inc., New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency addressing the proposed rulemaking to implement the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. The letter provides detailed feedback on the OCC's efforts to regulate reserve asset requirements for permitted payment stablecoin issuers, highlighting BlackRock's expertise as an investment manager of reserve assets for stablecoins and issuer of more
Blockchain Association Urges Revised OCC Rule to Better Support Stablecoin Innovation and Market Utility
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Blockchain Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency addressing the agency's Proposed Rule implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. The Association broadly supports the OCC's effort to establish a regulatory framework for stablecoins, emphasizing the importance of regulatory clarity, consumer protection, and competitive fairness between bank more
Breakthrough Institute Urges NRC to Clarify Need for Codifying DOE and DOD Reactor Design Reviews
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Breakthrough Institute, an independent global research center advocating for the regulation and oversight of nuclear reactors, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission regarding the agency's proposed rule on Reviews of Reactor Designs Previously Authorized by U.S. Department of Energy or Department of Defense. BTI supports the proposed rule's intention to clarify that applicants may reference relevant information from prior DOE or DOD a more
Bulk Truck & Transport Raises Concerns Over Safety and Regulation of Electric Propane Delivery Trucks
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Bulk Truck and Transport, a propane truck manufacturer with over 45 years of experience, submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration regarding the risks associated with heavy-duty electric vehicles used in propane transportation. The letter highlights safety and regulatory challenges posed by EV chassis in propane delivery service that the current federal regulatory framework does not address.
BT&T emphasized that fires in more
Calif. Toxic Substances Control Dept. Highlights Hazmat Transportation Risks of Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicles
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The California Department of Toxic Substances Control, Sacramento, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration addressing concerns about hazardous materials transportation risks associated with heavy-duty electric vehicles compared to internal combustion engine motor carriers. DTSC, which administers California's Hazardous Waste Control Law under the federal Resource Conservation and Recove more
Calif. Toxic Substances Control Dept. Supports Sunset of Paper Hazardous Waste Manifests
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The California Department of Toxic Substances Control submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's proposed "Paper Manifest Sunset Rule; Modification of the Hazardous Waste Manifest Regulations." DTSC expressed overall support for the plan to cease use of paper manifests within 24 months of rule adoption, recognizing the proposal as a means to reduce paper burdens, modernize hazardous waste tracking, and align with the more
Center for Genomic Interpretation Calls on CMS to Address Scientific Abuse in Genetic Testing
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Center for Genomic Interpretation, Sandy, Utah, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services urging the agency to leverage its full definition of "abuse" under federal regulations to combat scientific fraud and abuse in genetic testing. The letter was submitted in response to CMS's Request for Information concerning the Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare initiative. The Center argues that while the RFI addr more
Central Peninsula Hospital Backs CMS Proposal to Revise Cost-of-Living Adjustments for Alaska Hospitals
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Central Peninsula Hospital, a 63-bed acute care provider in Soldotna, Alaska, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services concerning the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Inpatient Prospective Payment System rule. In the letter, CPH expresses strong support for CMS's proposed changes to the cost-of-living adjustment methodology for hospitals in Alaska and Hawaii.
CPH endorses the adoption of the Department of Defense's Overseas Cost-of-Livi more
Central Valley Air Quality Coalition Challenge EPA's Proposed Deadline for Five Percent PM2.5 Reduction Plan in San Joaquin Valley
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Central Valley Air Quality Coalition have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding its proposed Finding of Failure to Attain the 2006 24-Hour PM2.5 Standards in California's San Joaquin Valley. The letter expresses support for the EPA's determination that the Valley failed to meet air quality standards but opposes the agency's proposed deadline for California to submit a five percent plan aimed at reducing particulate matter more
Chainalysis Urges OCC to Mandate Blockchain Analytics for Stablecoin Compliance
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Chainalysis Inc., New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking for the implementation of the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. In its comprehensive response, Chainalysis emphasized the need for the OCC to require comprehensive blockchain analytics for all payment stablecoin issuers subject to OCC jurisdiction, arguing that on-chain transaction monit more
Chainlink Labs Urges OCC to Strengthen Stablecoin Regulation With Real-Time Technology Controls
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Chainlink Labs Inc., San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the notice of proposed rulemaking implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. As a prominent entity in the digital assets sector and technology infrastructure development, Chainlink Labs supports regulations that incorporate cutting-edge technology and industry input.
The letter expressed con more
Chemours Co. Urges EPA to Finalize HFO-1234yf Listing for Heavy Duty Vehicle Retrofits
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Chemours Co. FC LLC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding a Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the listing of substitutes under the Significant New Alternatives Policy program for refrigeration and air conditioning and fire suppression. Chemours expressed support for EPA's proposal to finalize the listing of HFO-1234yf as an acceptable substitute refrigerant for retrofit applications in heavy duty pickup trucks more
City Bar Justice Center Urges HUD to Clarify Exemptions for Veterans in Proposed Housing Rule
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The City Bar Justice Center submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding the agency's proposed rule titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits," published in the Federal Register on March 2, 2026. The Justice Center, a nonprofit legal services affiliate of the New York City Bar Association, along with pro bono partner Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP, expressed concerns about the more
Civil Service Coalition Urges OPM to Withdraw Proposed Changes to Reduction in Force Procedures
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Civil Service Strong, a national coalition and project of the Democracy Forward Foundation, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management urging it withdraw its proposed rule on Reductions in Force. The coalition represents labor organizations, civil society groups, former public servants, and good-government advocates who emphasize the principle that the federal workforce must be governed by merit rather than politics.
In its letter to th more
ClearPath Recommends Regulatory Clarity and Guidance for NRC Review of DOE and DOD Reactor Designs
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- ClearPath, an organization focused on accelerating American clean energy innovation, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission regarding the NRC's proposed rule on reactor design reviews previously authorized by the U.S. Department of Energy or Department of Defense. The letter addresses the NRC's effort to implement Section 5(d) of Executive Order 14300, aimed at creating an expedited pathway for reactor designs previously tested and author more
Coalition to Protect America, National Parks Conservation Association Opposes Proposed Reduction in Force Rule
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Coalition to Protect America National Parks and the National Parks Conservation Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management expressing opposition to a proposed rule change regarding Reduction in Force procedures. The organizations, representing thousands of current, former, and retired National Park Service employees, criticized the proposed rule for potentially undermining fairness and merit-based employment protections withi more
Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Urges Caution on Hazardous Materials Transport in Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicles
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration addressing concerns about the transport of hazardous materials using heavy-duty electric vehicles compared to internal combustion engine vehicles. CVSA is a nonprofit organization consisting of local, state, provincial, territorial and federal commercial motor vehicle safety officials and industry representatives, advocating for impr more
Consortium for Constituents With Disabilities Opposes HUD Proposal to Remove Eviction Notice Requirement
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Consortium for Constituents with Disabilities Housing Task Force submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the department's proposed rule to revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent in HUD-assisted housing. The CCD Housing Task Force, which advocates for federal policies supporting independence and inclusion for people with disabilities, urged HUD to maintain the more
Corporation for Supportive Housing Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Work Requirements and Term Limits
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Corporation for Supportive Housing, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to the proposed rule on work requirements and term limits for affordable housing residents. CSH emphasized concerns about the potential negative impacts of the rule on low-income households, particularly those with disabilities, and the broader affordable housing ecosystem.
CSH highlighted that the insufficient aff more
CRCPD Urges Nuclear Regulatory Commission to Retain Key Security Measures for Radioactive Material
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Conference of Radiation Control Program Directors Inc., Frankfort, Kentucky, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission addressing the agency's proposed rulemaking (Docket No.:NRC-2025-1238), which aims to modernize requirements related to the physical protection of Category 1 and Category 2 quantities of radioactive material. CRCPD represents radiation control programs from states and territories that regulate radiation sources to sa more
Crypto Council for Innovation Urges OCC to Align Stablecoin Rulemaking With GENIUS Act Intent
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Crypto Council for Innovation, a global alliance of digital asset industry leaders, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to implement the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. The letter provides detailed feedback on the OCC's proposed regulations affecting permitted payment stablecoin issuers and foreign payment stablecoin issuers.
CCI urg more
Cure Coalition Urges FDA to Prioritize Validated Safety Testing Methods in Cosmetics Regulation
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Cure Coalition, representing patients, families, and health advocates, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's preparations for the twentieth International Cooperation on Cosmetics Regulation annual meeting. The letter emphasizes the importance of maintaining rigorous scientific standards and consumer safety in the evaluation of cosmetic products, especially amid the shift toward new testing methodologies that more
Cure Coalition Urges FDA to Strengthen Safety Standards in Plausible Mechanism Framework for Genetic Therapies
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Cure Coalition, a patient advocacy group representing families impacted by genetic diseases, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration concerning the agency's draft guidance titled "Considerations for the Use of the Plausible Mechanism Framework to Develop Individualized Therapies that Target Specific Genetic Conditions with Known Biological Cause." The guidance, issued in February 2026, proposes a regulatory pathway to facilitate the dev more
Datavant Provides Comments to CMS on Combating Fraud and Enhancing AI Use in Medicare Advantage
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Datavant, Phoenix, Arizona, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the agency's Request for Information related to Comprehensive Regulations To Uncover Suspicious Healthcare. The letter addresses CMS's efforts to address fraud, waste, and abuse in Medicare Advantage and hospital billing and offers recommendations on Artificial Intelligence applications and data privacy concerns.
Datavant emphasized its support for CMS's i more
Decentralized Intelligence AG Urges OCC to Adopt Continuous Operational-Risk Assurance for Stablecoins
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Decentralized Intelligence AG, a digital-asset intelligence and security firm specializing in decentralized finance risk and incident response, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking on payment stablecoin issuers. The organization emphasized the need for a comprehensive and continuously testable operational-risk framework beyond mere smart-contract code audits, addressing the full spectrum more
Deconflict Inc. Urges FinCEN to Recognize Active Law Enforcement Intelligence in AML Programs
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Deconflict Inc., a financial crime intelligence and law enforcement deconfliction technology company, submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The letter addresses FinCEN's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism programs, emphasizing the importance of integrating active law enforcement intelligence into risk-based AML/CFT frameworks.
Deconfl more
Developmental and Epileptic Encephalopathy Project Urges FDA to Enhance Plausible Mechanism Framework
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Developmental and Epileptic Encephalopathy Project, a caregiver-led coalition encompassing over 60 disease-specific patient organizations, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration advocating for revisions to the Plausible Mechanism Framework. Representing individuals and families affected by developmental and epileptic encephalopathies and related neurodevelopmental disorders, DEE-P Connections emphasized the need to accelerate equitable more
Disability Services & Legal Center Opposes Proposed DOE Accessibility Rule Changes
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Disability Services and Legal Center, an independent living center in California serving over two thousand people with disabilities and seniors annually, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing proposed changes to federal accessibility rules. The letter was addressed to the DOE Office of Civil Rights and Equal Employment Opportunity and the Office of Minority Economic Impact.
DSLC criticizes the brevity of the public comment period allowe more
Earthcare Solutions Supports EPA Rule Enhancements for Air Curtain Incinerators and Pyrolysis Units
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Earthcare Solutions LLC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency expressing support for the agency's proposed amendments to the standards of performance for Air Curtain Incinerators. The letter outlines backing for provisions consolidating requirements and Title V exemptions for ACIs involved in biochar manufacturing from wood waste, yard waste, and clean lumber, as well as for the temporary use of these units during disaster recovery ope more
East Bay Housing Organizations Oppose HUD's Revocation of 30-Day Eviction Notice Rule
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- East Bay Housing Organizations, Oakland, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Interim Final Rule that revokes the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. The organization, representing over 400 members including affordable housing developers, nonprofits, faith leaders, and low-income residents in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties, urges HUD to rei more
EPA Receives Comments From Smart Technologies Supporting Removal of Pyrolysis and Gasification Units From Waste Incineration Rules
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Smart Technologies Inc., represented by TRC Environmental, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency supporting the agency's proposal to remove pyrolysis and gasification units from the New Source Performance Standards categories regulating Other Solid Waste Incineration units. The comment letter responds to EPA's March 26 proposal (Docket No.: EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0068), which seeks to facilitate permitting for advanced recycling technologies more
Equality California Opposes CMS CRUSH Initiative Over Civil Rights and Federalism Concerns
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Equality California, Los Angeles, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service expressing opposition to the proposed Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare initiative. The organization raised concerns that the initiative's proposed regulatory approach poses risks to LGBTQ+ patients, particularly those seeking gender-affirming care, and conflicts with federal civil rights more
Febris Therapeutics Highlights Burdens in FDA Investigational New Drug Application Requirements
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Febris Therapeutics Inc., a pre-clinical biotechnology company focused on developing first-in-class antibiotics targeting Gram-negative ESKAPE pathogens and biothreat organisms, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's Investigational New Drug application information collection. Febris addressed concerns about the workload and structure of FDA IND requirements, emphasizing the impact on small biotechnology firms, parti more
Fertilizer Institute, National Mining Association Request Extension on EPA's Phosphogypsum Regulation Response
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Fertilizer Institute and the National Mining Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency seeking a 45-day extension to the comment period for the agency's tentative response to a petition regarding the regulation of phosphogypsum under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. The petition, filed by the Center for Biological Diversity and others, urges the EPA to reverse a 1991 regulatory determination that excluded PG and more
Fidelity Investments Urges Adjustments to OCC's Stablecoin Regulations to Align With GENIUS Act
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Fidelity Investments submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency addressing the agency's proposed regulations to implement the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. The letter articulated concerns that several elements of the OCC's proposal exceed the statutory requirements, potentially imposing undue burdens and operational risks on payment stablecoin issuers within the OCC's jurisdiction.
Fidelity, ci more
Fidelity Investments Urges IRS to Adopt Technology-Neutral Rules for Digital Asset Tax Statements
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Fidelity Investments, Boston, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding proposed regulations that would allow digital asset brokers to furnish required payee statements electronically without a paper delivery option. The proposal aims to update the current paper-based system for reporting digital asset sales by brokers, reflecting modern customer behaviors and technological advances.
In its letter, Fidelity emphasizes sup more
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Fireblocks Inc., a digital assets infrastructure provider, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency responding to a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking regarding the implementation of the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. Fireblocks, which supports over 2,400 institutional clients globally and operates regulated subsidiaries including Fireblocks LLC and Fireblocks Trust Company, provided detailed te more
Friends of Cancer Research Highlights Need for Clarity in FDA's Plausible Mechanism Framework Guidance
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Friends of Cancer Research has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding its draft guidance titled "Considerations for the use of the Plausible Mechanism Framework to Develop Individualized Therapies that Target Specific Genetic Conditions with Known Biological Cause." The organization, which focuses on accelerating advanced cancer treatments through innovative partnerships and evidence generation, expressed support for the guidance more
Gases & Welding Distributors Association Raises Concerns Over Transporting Hazardous Materials in Electric Heavy-Duty Vehicles
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Gases and Welding Distributors Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration under the U.S. Department of Transportation. The letter addresses safety risks, operational challenges, and regulatory considerations linked to transporting hazardous materials using heavy-duty electric vehicles compared to traditional internal combustion engine motor carriers.
GAWDA, representing approximately 275 distributors o more
Georgia Legal Services Program Urges HUD to Retain 30-Day Eviction Notice Rule for Rent Nonpayment
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Georgia Legal Services Program has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the revocation of the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. The letter addresses HUD's Interim Final Rule proposing to eliminate the rule that mandates public housing and project-based rental assistance providers to provide tenants with a 30-day notice before filing eviction actions for rent non more
Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives, 23 Allies Oppose EPA Proposal to Deregulate Air Curtain Incinerators and Pyrolysis Facilities
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives, along with 23 member organizations, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The coalition opposes the EPA's proposed deregulation of Air Curtain Incinerators that burn wood wastes, yard wastes, and clean lumber, as well as the proposed removal of pyrolysis units from the Clean Air Act section 129 definition of municipal waste combustion units.
The groups argue that exempting these incin more
Global Safety Principles Alliance Urges PHMSA to Modernize Hazardous Materials Regulations for Space Sector
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Global Safety Principles Alliance submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, addressing the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on transportation regulations for hazardous materials integral to spacecraft components and payloads. GSPA advocates for a principles-based, system-level regulatory approach that aligns with the unique complexities and risk profiles of space operat more
Greater Indianapolis Multifaith Alliance Opposes HUD's Revocation of 30-Day Eviction Notice Rule
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Greater Indianapolis Multifaith Alliance Inc., Indiana, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the department's interim final rule that revokes the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. This 30-day notice rule requires public housing and project-based rental assistance providers to give tenants 30 days' notice before beginning eviction proceedings, allowing tenants to more
Groom Law Group Urges IRS to Amend ACA Reporting Requirements Due to Obsolete Individual Mandate Penalty
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Groom Law Group, Chartered submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service recommending amendments to the regulations and guidance under Code section 6055 concerning minimum essential coverage reporting. The law group urged the IRS to amend or suspend these reporting requirements, which relate to the Affordable Care Act's individual mandate penalty, until the penalty under Code section 5000A rises above zero.
The letter highlighted that as of 2019, Co more
Groundfish Forum Urges FDA to Add 'Pacific Snapper' as Acceptable Market Name for Rockfish
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Groundfish Forum, a fishing industry trade association representing member companies that harvest and process several species of rockfish in the federally managed Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands, and Gulf of Alaska fisheries, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The letter addresses FDA's request for information on potentially changing acceptable market names for certain rockfish species.
The forum highlighted its role as one of the large more
HonorBridge Urges CMS to Deny Organ Procurement Service Area Waivers for 12 Prisma Health Hospitals
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- HonorBridge, a federally designated Organ Procurement Organization serving North Carolina, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services opposing waiver requests from 12 Prisma Health hospitals. The hospitals seek to change their affiliation from We Are Sharing Hope SC to LifeShare Carolinas, an out-of-state hospital-based OPO. HonorBridge argued that granting these waivers would disrupt established organ donation efforts in South Carolina more
Independent Community Bankers Warns Against Stablecoin Risks to Community Banks in Public Comment to OCC
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Independent Community Bankers submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the agency's proposed rules implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. The comment conveys ICBA's concerns about risks stablecoins pose to the community banking sector and offers detailed economic analysis and recommendations to ensure regulations protect local credit intermediation and financial stability more
Institute of International Bankers Urges Equal Treatment for Foreign Bank Operations in Stablecoin Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Institute of International Bankers, New York, representing U.S. operations of internationally headquartered financial institutions from over 35 countries, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency responding to the proposed rulemaking implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. The letter emphasizes the importance of applying principles of national treatment and equality of competiti more
International Brain Tumour Alliance Advocates Expanded Use of FDA Plausible Mechanism Framework for Rare Cancers
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The International Brain Tumour Alliance, a global network of brain tumour support, advocacy, and information groups, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding its draft Guidance for Industry on the Considerations for the Use of the Plausible Mechanism Framework to Develop Individualized Therapies Targeting Specific Genetic Conditions with Known Biological Cause. The IBTA represents patients, caregivers, researchers, clinicians, more
Jorie AI Urges CMS to Shift Healthcare Fraud Detection From Post-Payment to Pre-Payment Screening
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Jorie AI Advanced Automation, a healthcare technology firm specializing in AI-driven revenue cycle management and clinical documentation integrity, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the agency's Request for Information on Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare. The letter advocates for a fundamental transformation in federal healthcare program integrity by emphasizing proactive, pre-payment fraud more
Kraken Urges OCC to Refine Stablecoin Regulatory Framework and Custody Rules
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Payward Inc., operating as Kraken, Cheyenne, Wyoming, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency addressing the agency's proposed rules to implement the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. Kraken, a longstanding digital asset platform with substantial global reach and regulatory licenses, expressed support for the OCC's effort to create a comprehensive regulatory framework for payment stablecoins but more
Legal Aid of Arkansas Opposes HUD Proposed Work Requirements and Time Limits for Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Legal Aid of Arkansas has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Proposed Rule titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits." The nonprofit organization, which provides legal services to low-income residents across Arkansas, warns that the rule would place many tenants in federally subsidized housing at risk of losing rental assistance due to work mandates enf more
Legal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio Opposes HUD's Proposed Work Requirements and Time Limits for Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Legal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio has submitted a public comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's proposed rule (Docket No.: FR-6520-P-01) which would allow Public Housing Authorities and subsidized housing owners to implement work reporting requirements and time limits as conditions for continued housing assistance. LASCO represents low-income individuals and seniors across thirty-six counties in Ohio, providing free civil legal a more
Legal Defense Fund Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Work Requirements and Time Limits on Federal Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits." The LDF expressed concerns that the proposed changes would allow public housing agencies and certain multifamily housing owners to impose work requirements of up to 40 hours a week and term limits more
Legal Key Partnership Opposes HUD's Proposed Rule on Work Requirements and Term Limits
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Legal Key Partnership for Health and Justice, Boston, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on establishing flexibility for implementing work requirements and term limits in housing assistance programs. Legal Key, an organization working to address the legal needs of families in Southern New England struggling with housing and economic stability, outlined co more
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri Opposes HUD's Proposed Work Requirement and Time Limit Rule
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Legal Services of Eastern Missouri submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to HUD's proposed rule titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits." LSEM, which provides legal aid and advocacy for low-income individuals and families across 21 Missouri counties, argues that the proposed regulatory changes exceed HUD's authority and will cause harm to subsidized hous more
Living Resources Corp. Urges DOE to Withdraw Proposed Accessibility Rule Changes
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Living Resources Corp., a nonprofit disability services provider based in Albany, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing proposed rule changes that would rescind existing accessibility protections under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. The letter addresses rules which pertain to new construction requirements and general provisions related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs or activities.
Living Resour more
Lloyd's Supports Long-Term Reauthorization of Terrorism Risk Insurance Program With Recommendations for Certification Process
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Lloyd's, London, England, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Federal Insurance Office regarding the 2026 Report on the Effectiveness of the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program. Drawing on its extensive experience with terrorism risk insurance, including paying nearly $8 billion in claims following the September 11 attacks, Lloyd's affirmed the program's ongoing importance to market stability and economic recovery.
The letter emphasized t more
Lockheed Martin Urges FTC to Maintain Order on Northrop Grumman's Solid Rocket Motor Supply
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Lockheed Martin Corp., Bethesda, Maryland, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission urging it to uphold the 2018 consent order that restricts Northrop Grumman Corporation's conduct following its acquisition of Orbital ATK. The letter, submitted in response to Northrop Grumman's petition to reopen and set aside the order, argues that the competitive conditions in the solid rocket motor market have not materially changed since the order was is more
Lone Star Legal Aid Urges HUD to Retain 30-Day Notice Requirement to Protect Tenants From Evictions
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Lone Star Legal Aid, a non-profit legal services organization serving over 2 million low-income Texans across 72 counties in Texas and four in Arkansas, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the revocation of the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. LSLA's statement emphasizes the role this rule plays in preventing homelessness and safeguarding tenant rights among H more
Lumeris Urges CMS to Strengthen Fraud Prevention Measures in Medicare Programs
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Lumeris, Maryland Heights, Missouri, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services providing feedback on CMS's Request for Information related to the Comprehensive Regulations To Uncover Suspicious Healthcare. As a leader in value-based care and operator of Medicare Advantage plans through Essence Healthcare, Lumeris emphasized its support for CMS's efforts to combat fraud, waste, and abuse more
LyondellBasell Urges EPA to Exclude Pyrolysis Units From Municipal Waste Combustion Definition
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- LyondellBasell, Houston, Texas, a global leader in the chemical industry and a major producer of polymers, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's consideration of revising the definition of "municipal waste combustion unit" under the other solid waste incinerators rules. LYB supports removing the term "pyrolysis/combustion units" from this definition to distinguish advanced recycling technologies from solid waste more
Main Street Foundation Calls for Clear Standards in Nuclear Regulatory Commission's Proposed Rule on Reactor Design Reviews
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Main Street Foundation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission addressing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning the review of reactor designs previously authorized by the U.S. Department of Energy or Department of Defense. The letter, provided by the Foundation's Center for Regulatory Analysis and Engagement, supports the NRC's effort to reduce duplicative review processes in nuclear licensing but highlights critica more
Main Street Foundation Urges EPA to Balance Environmental Goals With Regulatory Stability in Refrigerant Policy
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Main Street Foundation submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency addressing the agency's supplemental proposed rulemaking under the Significant New Alternatives Policy program concerning the listing of substitute refrigerants, specifically HFO-1234yf, for use in retrofitting motor vehicle air conditioning systems on heavy-duty pickup trucks and vans.
CRAE acknowledges EPA's authority and the environmental benefits of transitioning to more
Martha O'Bryan Center Opposes HUD Proposal on Work Requirements and Time Limits for Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Martha O'Bryan Center has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the proposed rule titled Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits. The organization, which serves residents of HUD-assisted housing in Nashville, Tennessee, expressed concerns that the proposal would not effectively support families in escaping generational poverty or achieving stable housing.
The Martha O'B more
Massachusetts Housing Officials Urge Caution on HUD Work Requirements and Time Limits Proposal
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Massachusetts Chapter of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials, Dedham, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing concerns about the agency's proposed rule titled Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Time Limits. Representing 240 housing authorities that oversee tens of thousands of public housing units and federal Housing Choice Vouchers statewide, Ma more
Medical Transportation Access Coalition Urges CMS to Strengthen Fraud Prevention in Medicaid Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Programs
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Medical Transportation Access Coalition submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the agency's Request for Information on regulations aimed at uncovering healthcare fraud, waste, and abuse. MTAC, a coalition of transportation providers, managed care organizations, trade associations, and patient advocates, highlighted concerns regarding vulnerabilities in Medicaid's Non-Emerge more
Metzler Forest Products Endorses EPA Proposed Rule on Air Curtain Incinerators and Pyrolysis Classification
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Metzler Forest Products LLC has submitted a public comment letter to the Environmental Protection Agency expressing support for the agency's proposed amendments concerning Air Curtain Incinerators and the classification of pyrolysis units. Metzler, a Pennsylvania-based forestry services leader with a $35 million annual business and 90 employees, commended the EPA's efforts to consolidate regulatory requirements, clarify definitions, and enable temporary use of ACIs in disast more
Michigan Works! Association Seeks Clarification on Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Work Participation Rate Changes
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Michigan Works! Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families regarding proposed changes to the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families work participation rate calculation. The association, which represents Michigan's public workforce system, emphasized the need for adjustments that reflect meaningful engagement and support sustained employment for TANF recipients.
In its le more
Mississippi Bankers Association Urges OCC to Strengthen Stablecoin Regulatory Framework
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Mississippi Bankers Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the agency's proposed rule implementing the GENIUS Act for the issuance of payment stablecoins by entities under OCC jurisdiction. Representing all Mississippi-based banks holding over 99.5% of the state's deposits, the MBA emphasized the high stakes for community banks that play a vital role in lending to agriculture and small businesses.
In more
Money Services Business Association Submits Comments on OCC's Proposed Rule for U.S. Stablecoins
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Money Services Business Association, a trade group representing the non-bank money services industry, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. The letter provides detailed feedback on various aspects of the OCC's proposed rule for permitted payment stablecoin issuers.
The MSBA, more
N.Y. State Health Dept. Supports CDC Proposal to Enhance Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The New York State Department of Health has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention endorsing the CDC's proposal to conduct cognitive testing and pilot testing aimed at improving the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System and other population surveys managed by the CDC's National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion.
The letter emphasizes that the proposed cogn more
N=1 Collaborative Urges FDA to Strengthen Guidance on Individualized Genetic Therapies
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The N=1 Collaborative, a multidisciplinary nonprofit consortium devoted to advancing individualized therapies for rare genetic diseases, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's draft guidance on using the Plausible Mechanism Framework to develop therapies targeting specific genetic conditions. The letter highlights N1C's support for the guidance as a step toward regulatory frameworks tailored to individualized gen more
National Association of Insurance & Financial Advisors Urges IRS to Expand Financial Advisor Role in Trump Account Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service addressing the proposed regulations for Trump Accounts under section 530A. NAIFA, a longstanding organization representing financial professionals nationwide, emphasized the role advisors can play in helping middle-income families integrate Trump Accounts into comprehensive financial plans.
NAIFA outlined that nine ou more
National Coalition for a Civil Right to Counsel Opposes HUD's Revocation of 30-Day Eviction Notice for Nonpayment of Rent
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The National Coalition for a Civil Right to Counsel, a project of the Public Justice Center, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Interim Final Rule that seeks to revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent.
The NCCRC emphasized that the current 30-day notice rule obligates public housing agencies and owners of properties receiving project-based re more
National Energy & Fuels Institute Highlights Safety Concerns Over Hazardous Materials Transport in Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicles
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The National Energy and Fuels Institute submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration expressing concerns about the safety risks involved in transporting hazardous materials using heavy-duty electric vehicles compared to traditional internal combustion engine motor carriers.
NEFI urged PHMSA to address the unique hazards posed by EV fires, specifically mentioning risks related to thermal run more
National MLTSS Health Plan Association Highlights Medicaid Program Integrity Through Managed Care
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The National MLTSS Health Plan Association submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the agency's Request for Information Related to Comprehensive Regulations To Uncover Suspicious Healthcare. The association, representing managed care organizations contracting with states for Medicaid long-term services and supports, outlined how managed care aids in preventing fraud, waste, and abuse within Medicaid programs.
The associat more
National Propane Gas Association Calls for Caution on Hazardous Materials Transport in Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicles
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The National Propane Gas Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration expressing concerns over the safety risks associated with transporting hazardous materials, specifically propane and liquefied petroleum gas, using heavy-duty electric vehicles. The NPGA highlighted the need for thorough study and development of safety protocols before any regulatory decisions are made regarding the use of EVs for hazardous more
National Tank Truck Carriers Raises Safety and Operational Concerns Over Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicles in Hazardous Materials Transport
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The National Tank Truck Carriers Inc., a nonprofit trade association representing over 500 companies in the North American tank truck industry, submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration within the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing the safety risks, operational challenges, and regulatory considerations of transporting hazardous materials using heavy-duty electric vehicles versus traditional internal combustion e more
National Women's Law Center Challenges DOE's Direct Final Rule Rescinding Discrimination Protections
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The National Women's Law Center has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing the agency's Direct Final Rule that aims to rescind longstanding civil rights regulations enforcing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. NWLC argues that the DOE's rule improperly removes crucial anti-discrimination protections, particularly regarding policies with disparate racial impacts, and violates the Administrative Procedure Act.
The contested DFR inte more
Neb. Banking & Finance Dept. Submits Public Comment on OCC Stablecoin Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the OCC's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking under the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. The letter addresses the proposed regulatory framework for payment stablecoin issuers subject to OCC jurisdiction.
The Department, which has regulated stablecoin-related activities more
New York State Department of Financial Services Urges Clarifications on GENIUS Act Implementation by OCC
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The New York State Department of Financial Services has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the proposed regulations implementing aspects of the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. The letter addresses concerns and recommendations covering waiver processes for large stablecoin issuers, capital requirements, enforcement actions, preemption of state laws, and consumer protections.
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Niskanen Center Urges Reforms to OPM's Reduction in Force Rules to Modernize Federal Workforce Management
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Niskanen Center, a nonprofit public policy organization focused on government efficiency and innovation, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management regarding proposed revisions to federal "Reduction in Force" regulations. The letter supports OPM's effort to update workforce reshaping procedures but recommends modifications for improved clarity and protection against potential abuses.
In the letter responding to OPM's March 2026 proposal more
Nuclear Energy Institute Calls for Clearer NRC Rule on Leveraging DOE and Department of War Reactor Authorizations
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Nuclear Energy Institute submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission on May 4, 2026, providing perspectives on the agency's proposed rule regarding "NRC Reviews of Reactor Designs Previously Authorized by U.S. Department of Energy or Department of War." The NEI represents members involved in the nuclear energy industry, including power plant operators and facility designers, and supports regulatory measures to facilitate deployment of adva more
Ocean Conservancy Urges EPA to Retain Pyrolysis/Combustion Units in OSWI Definition
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Ocean Conservancy submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency urging the agency to keep "pyrolysis/combustion units" within the definition of municipal waste combustion units under the Other Solid Waste Incinerators regulations. The organization emphasizes that removing these units from federal oversight would create an unlawful gap in the Clean Air Act's protections and increase risks to communities and the environment, especially those alr more
Ohio Bankers League Warns OCC Proposal on Stablecoins Could Undermine Community Banks and Lending
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Ohio Bankers League has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency expressing concerns with the agency's proposed rulemaking to implement the GENIUS Act, which establishes a federal framework for payment stablecoins. OBL cautions that the proposal risks creating an uneven playing field by permitting new entrants to compete directly with banks for deposits and payments without the same regulatory obligations.
The letter highlights more
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality Raises Concerns Over EPA's Proposed Air Curtain Incinerator Rule Updates
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency addressing proposed updates to standards for air curtain incinerators. The letter critiques aspects of EPA's proposal, which includes changes to permitting requirements, definitions, opacity standards, and use of incinerators during emergency cleanup operations.
The DEQ's comments focus on three main sections outlined in the proposal: consolidating re more
Organization of Agreement States Addresses U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission on Proposed 10 CFR Part 37 Regulation Changes
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Organization of Agreement States has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission concerning the draft regulation changes to 10 CFR Part 37 (Docket ID: NRC-2025-1238). The letter, dated May 1, 2026, reflects views compiled after review of the draft changes and input from Agreement State partners.
In its letter, the OAS Executive Board expressed support for removing the requirement to submit certifications that designated reviewing official more
Orthotic and Prosthetic Alliance Urges CMS to Implement Fraud Prevention Measures in Medicare Program
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Orthotic and Prosthetic Alliance has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services responding to CMS's Request for Information on regulations aimed at combating fraud, waste, and abuse in the Medicare program. Representing over 11,000 certified O&P professionals and more than 3,000 accredited facilities, the coalition advocates for implementing specific measures to enhance program integrit more
Pacific Seafood Urges FDA to Approve 'Pacific Snapper' as Market Name for Sebastes Species
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Pacific Seafood, Clackamas, Oregon, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration advocating for the inclusion of "Pacific Snapper" as an acceptable alternative market name for certain rockfish species belonging to the genus Sebastes. The letter urges the FDA to revise its Seafood List labeling guidance, which currently recognizes only "rockfish" as the market name for these species, proposing that restoring the use of "Pacific Snapper" would more
Paper Recycling Coalition Urges EPA to Preserve Recycling-Energy Recovery Distinction in Pyrolysis Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Paper Recycling Coalition Inc., Fairfax, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency concerning the agency's request for input on the possible removal of "pyrolysis/combustion units" from the definition of municipal waste combustion units under the Other Solid Waste Incinerators New Source Performance Standards and Emissions Guidelines. The PRC, representing companies in the 100 percent recycled paperboard and containerboar more
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Pennsylvania Certified Organic, a USDA-accredited organic certifying agency overseeing approximately 1,500 operations nationwide, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Organic Standards Board The letter addresses the Certification, Accreditation and Compliance Subcommittee's proposals on residue testing within organic certification, highlighting support and providing detailed feedback on key regulatory updates.
PCO endorsed the pro more
Porritt Inc. Urges EPA to Recognize AI-Enhanced Compliance in Chemical Accident Prevention Rule
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Porritt Inc., an Utah-based developer of AI-powered engineering software for industrial process safety, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the proposed rule "Accidental Release Prevention Requirements: Risk Management Programs Under the Clean Air Act; Common Sense Approach to Chemical Accident Prevention." The letter addresses the EPA Office of Land and Emergency Management docket (No.: EPA-HQ-OLEM-2025-0313) and focuses o more
Poverty & Race Research Action Council Urge HUD to Retain 30-Day Lease Termination Notice to Protect Vulnerable Renters
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Poverty & Race Research Action Council submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Interim Final Rule that seeks to revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. PRRAC argues that eliminating this federally mandated notice period would exacerbate the housing crisis and exacerbate disparities for tenants in federally assisted housing.
PRRAC's letter outline more
Premier Ambulance Urges CMS to Strengthen Anti-Fraud Measures Across Medicare and Medicaid Programs
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Premier Ambulance, a healthcare provider organization, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the agency's Request for Information concerning the Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare. The letter offers a range of recommendations aimed at enhancing CMS's ability to detect and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse within Medicare, Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program, and the Health Insurance Ma more
Reno & Cavanaugh Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Work Requirements and Term Limits in Federal Rental Assistance
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Reno & Cavanaugh PLLC, a law firm representing hundreds of Public Housing Authorities and multifamily property owners nationwide, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Proposed Rule to establish work requirements and term limits for residents receiving federal rental assistance. The Proposed Rule would allow certain qualified PHAs and Owners to condition continued housing assistance on employment compl more
Save the Children Urges Risk-Based Approach in GENIUS Act Implementation to Protect Humanitarian Payment Access
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Save the Children Federation Inc., a prominent global humanitarian organization operating in over 100 countries, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency concerning the implementation of the GENIUS Act. The organization emphasizes the need for a regulatory framework that balances financial stability with the practical realities faced by nonprofit entities delivering aid in fragile and conflict-affected environments.
In its more
Schilling-Douglas School of Hair Design Challenges Education Department Accountability Framework on Vocational Program Earnings
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Schilling-Douglas School of Hair Design, Newark, Delaware, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education expressing concerns about the application of an earnings-based accountability framework under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The Delaware-based cosmetology institution highlights potential misalignment between statutory intent and the Department's extension of the earnings test to include undergraduate certificate programs, such as those i more
Seafood Products Association Urges FDA to Accept 'Pacific Snapper' as Market Name for Rockfish Species
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Seafood Products Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration advocating for the acceptance of geographic designations, such as "Pacific Snapper," as market names for certain rockfish species. SPA represents industry stakeholders focused on seafood safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, and their comments respond to the FDA's Request for Information on potential market name changes for some rockfish species.
SPA highlig more
Securities Industry & Financial Markets Association Provides Detailed Feedback on OCC's Stablecoin Rulemaking Proposal
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency addressing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. SIFMA, representing broker-dealers, investment banks, and asset managers, provided feedback focused on the OCC's proposed regulatory framework for permitted payment stablec more
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Senior Citizens Legal Services, Santa Cruz, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the proposed rule titled Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status. The organization expressed strong concerns about the impact this proposal would have on thousands of families currently receiving prorated housing assistance.
The letter outlines that the proposed regulation would elim more
Senior Executives Association Raises Concerns Over OPM's Proposed Reduction-in-Force Rule
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Senior Executives Association, a professional organization representing Senior Executive Service members and federal career executives, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management voicing concerns about OPM's proposed rule revising the reduction-in-force regulations. SEA expressed support for the principle that performance should influence retention decisions during workforce reductions but criticized the proposal's reliance on current pe more
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Solidus Labs has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking implementing the GENIUS Act for stablecoin issuers. The letter offers insights drawn from Solidus Labs' operational experience with its HALO platform, highlighting potential gaps in the OCC's proposed rule Part 15, which addresses risk management, reporting requirements, third-party oversight, and coordination with related regulatory more
Solstice Advanced Materials Supports EPA's Proposed Use of HFO-1234yf in Heavy-Duty Vehicle Retrofits
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Solstice Advanced Materials Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking under the Significant New Alternatives Policy program. The letter addresses the EPA's proposal to list substitutes for ozone-depleting substances in refrigeration and air conditioning, specifically supporting the approval of the hydrofluoroolefin refrigerant HFO-1234yf for retrofit use in heavy-duty p more
Sovos Urges IRS to Revise Proposed Digital Asset Broker Reporting Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Sovos, a global tax compliance software provider, submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding the agency's proposed regulations on the electronic furnishing of Form 1099-DA payee statements by digital asset brokers. The letter applauds certain provisions of the proposed rules but calls for targeted revisions to others, emphasizing alignment with the Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act and reducing operational burdens on b more
Stripe Submits Detailed Comments to OCC on Proposed Stablecoin Issuance Rule
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Stripe LLC, South San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding a proposed rule on Implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act for the issuance of stablecoins. The letter offers Stripe's perspectives as a provider of digital asset infrastructure and services, including its recent acquisitions of Bridge and Privy, which enhance its stablecoin and programmable f more
Take Back Tomorrow HD Foundation Urges FDA to Recognize Huntington's Disease Under Plausible Mechanism Framework
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Take Back Tomorrow HD Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity focused on patient access to Huntington's disease treatments, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration advocating for the prompt application of the agency's Plausible Mechanism Framework to HD. The foundation emphasizes that HD exemplifies the type of genetic disease the framework is designed to address and calls for regulatory clarity that would benefit patients and developers more
Tempo Labs Urges OCC to Clarify Stablecoin Rule Definitions and Support Interoperability Standards
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Tempo Labs Inc., a blockchain protocol focused on stablecoin-based global payments, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the OCC's proposed rulemaking implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. Tempo's letter addresses several aspects of the Proposed Rule concerning the issuance and regulation of payment stablecoins by entities subject to the OCC's jurisdiction, including def more
Texas Department of Transportation Urges Simplification and Clarity in Corps Nationwide Permit Program
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Texas Department of Transportation, Austin, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding potential future changes to the Corps' Nationwide Permit program. TxDOT, acting as the lead federal action agency for environmental review on federally funded highway projects in Texas and as a non-federal applicant for state-funded projects, outlined several concerns and recommendations to improve the program's efficiency and predictability.
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Texas DOT Highlights Infrastructure and Workforce Needs for Polar Shipbuilding Expansion
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Texas Department of Transportation, Austin, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Maritime Administration addressing a Request for Information on the Icebreaker Collaboration Effort Pact. TxDOT outlined both risks and opportunities related to developing polar shipbuilding capacity in Texas, emphasizing the infrastructure investments and workforce training required to support this specialized industry.
TxDOT identified workforce skills gaps and insufficient train more
The Arc Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Work Requirements and Term Limits for Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Arc, the largest national organization advocating for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule on implementing work requirements and term limits in housing programs. The Arc cautioned that the rule will impose unnecessary burdens on people with disabilities, despite exemptions stating otherwise, and urged HUD to withdraw the propos more
The Network Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Housing Work Requirements Citing Risks to Survivors of Gender-Based Violence
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Network: Advocating Against Domestic Violence, Chicago, Illinois, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing objections to the Proposed Rule Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits (FR-6520-P-01). The Network, a longstanding Illinois-based partnership dedicated to supporting survivors of gender-based violence, called for the complete withdrawal of the Proposed Rule due to i more
Transportation Safety Equipment Institute Urges Approval of Grote Industries' Rear-End Collision Warning System Exemption
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Transportation Safety Equipment Institute, Topeka, Kansas, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration supporting Grote Industries, LLC's petition for exemption regarding the use of non-steady-burning auxiliary lamps in its Rear-End Collision Warning system. The exemption request seeks relief from the existing steady-burning requirement under 49 CFR Sec. 393.25(e), allowing Grote to implement its radar-activated pulsating ligh more
U.S. Biochar Coalition Backs EPA Proposed Amendments for Air Curtain Incinerators and Pyrolysis Units
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Biochar Coalition, a trade association representing the biochar industry, submitted a public comment letter to the Environmental Protection Agency expressing support for the agency's proposed amendments to the regulatory standards for Air Curtain Incinerators. The proposal aims to consolidate requirements and Title V permit exemptions for ACIs that manufacture biochar from wood, yard waste, and clean lumber while allowing temporary use of ACIs in disaster recovery o more
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Urges Coordinated Stablecoin Regulation and Cautions Against Hasty Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the agency's notice of proposed rulemaking to implement provisions of the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. Representing over three million businesses, the Chamber expressed support for regulatory clarity in the emerging stablecoin marketplace but stressed the need for calibrated rules that promote financial system saf more
University of Maryland Center Opposes DOE's Plan to Rescind Nondiscrimination Rules
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law Gibson-Banks Center for Race and the Law, Baltimore, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing a direct final rule aimed at rescinding several longstanding regulations that prohibit discrimination based on race, color, national origin, disability, and sex in federally assisted programs or activities.
The Gibson-Banks Center urges the DOE to withdraw the direct final rule, emphasizi more
Usher 1F Collaborative Urges FDA to Modernize Drug Development for Ultra-Rare Deaf-Blindness Condition
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Usher 1F Collaborative, a nonprofit patient advocacy organization, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration supporting a citizen petition filed by Haystack. The letter urges the FDA to undertake rulemaking to modernize its drug development framework, specifically addressing the challenges faced by ultra-rare diseases such as Usher syndrome type 1F, a debilitating genetic condition causing combined deafness and progressive vision loss.
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VillageMD Urges CMS to Protect Value-Based Care From Fraud Impact
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- VillageMD, Chicago, Illinois, a business support services organization assisting multiple independent physician-led provider groups, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the agency's Request for Information on the Comprehensive Regulations To Uncover Suspicious Healthcare initiative. The letter outlines recommendations aimed at enhancing program integrity while safeguarding value-based care models such as the Medicare Sh more
W.Va. Rivers Coalition Urges EPA to Address Air and Water Quality Concerns Over Air Curtain Incinerators and Pyrolysis Facilities
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The West Virginia Rivers Coalition, Charleston, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding proposed Standards for Air Curtain Incinerators and related issues. The coalition, representing members concerned with environmental health in West Virginia, highlighted the potential health and environmental impacts of emissions from ACIs and pyrolysis facilities in industrial areas along the Kanawha and Ohio rivers.
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Wellthlinks Urges CMS for Broad Physician-Owned Hospital Participation in FY2027 Payment System Demonstration
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Wellthlinks, a healthcare strategy and advisory firm, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services in response to the FY2027 Inpatient Prospective Payment System proposed rule. The letter addresses the agency's Request for Information on voluntary physician-owned hospital participation in the Transforming Episode Accountability Model, advocating for a design that broadly includes physician-owned hospitals across multiple markets and o more
West Coast Seafood Processors Association Urges FDA to Accept 'Pacific Snapper' as Market Name for Sebastes Species
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The West Coast Seafood Processors Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration advocating for the inclusion of "Pacific Snapper" as an acceptable alternative market name for Sebastes species, commonly known as rockfish. WCSPA, representing seafood processors from California, Oregon, and Washington, argues that this change would enhance the competitiveness of domestically harvested West Coast rockfish in interstate commerce.
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Westmor Industries Highlights Safety and Operational Challenges of Hazardous Materials Transport Using Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicles
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Westmor Industries LLC, a manufacturer of energy delivery equipment based in Morris, Minnesota, submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration addressing concerns about the transportation of hazardous materials using heavy-duty electric vehicles compared to internal combustion engine motor carriers. The company provides technical feedback emphasizing the need for updated regulatory standards to ensure safety and reliability du more
Wisconsin Bankers Association Urges Clear Oversight in Stablecoin Regulation by OCC
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Wisconsin Bankers Association, representing nearly 180 banks and savings institutions throughout Wisconsin, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency addressing the agency's notice of proposed rulemaking regarding the implementation of the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. The WBA shared detailed views on the OCC's regulatory framework for permitted payment stablecoin issuers under its jurisdic more
Zero Emission Transportation Association Urges Evidence-Based Evaluation of Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicle Hazmat Risks
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Zero Emission Transportation Association, an industry coalition representing about 40 companies across the electric vehicle and battery supply chain, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration concerning hazardous materials transportation risks associated with heavy-duty electric vehicles compared to internal combustion engine carriers.
ZETA highlighted that HDEVs are poised to offer more
Tipoffs: Iran
As Trump's Illegal War with Iran Drives up Costs at Every Turn, Lujan Fights to Tackle Affordability Crisis Hitting New Mexicans and the Agricultural Industry
WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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As Trump's Illegal War with Iran Drives up Costs at Every Turn, Lujan Fights to Tackle Affordability Crisis Hitting New Mexicans and the Agricultural Industry
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Lujan Concludes Weeklong Tour Across New Mexico Meeting with Industry Experts and New Mexicans to Address President Trump's Affordability Crisis
Las Cruces, N.M. - As President Trump's illegal war with Iran continues to drive up costs ac more
Greenpeace Shines Light on Shell's War Profiteering
LONDON, England, May 9 -- Greenpeace UK issued the following statement by climate campaigner Maja Darlington:
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Greenpeace shines light on Shell's war profiteering
Greenpeace projects on Shell HQ as oil giant posts $53,241-per-minute profits
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In response to Shell announcing their first-quarter profits this morning, Maja Darlington, climate campaigner for Greenpeace UK, said:
"As bombs fall and bills go up, more billions roll in for Shell, one of the UK's top war profiteers. Shell is more
Jobs Report: Trump Economy Roars Ahead With Big Private Sector Job Gains
WASHINGTON, May 9 - The White House issued the following news on May 8, 2026:
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JOBS REPORT: Trump Economy Roars Ahead with Big Private Sector Job Gains
"The April jobs report smashing expectations thanks to robust private-sector growth is yet another sign that the American economy remains on a solid trajectory under President Trump. America added 12,600 factory construction jobs in April as trillions in investments continue pouring into American manufacturing. Every leading indicator is more
State Dept. Issues Transcript of News Conference by Secretary of State Rubio U.S. Embassy to the Holy See
ROME, Italy, May 9 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following transcript of a news conference on May 8, 2026, by Secretary Marco Rubio at U.S. Embassy to the Holy See:
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SECRETARY RUBIO: Okay, let's just go to questions. You ready?
QUESTION: So have you managed to --
QUESTION: Mr. Secretary.
SECRETARY RUBIO: Go ahead.
QUESTION: Hi, thanks for doing this. I wanted to ask you first about your meetings yesterday with Pope Leo. President Trump has had very harsh language and words f more
State Dept.: Disrupting Iran's Overseas Military Procurement Networks
WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following statement on May 8, 2026, by Secretary Marco Rubio:
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Disrupting Iran's Overseas Military Procurement Networks
Today, the Trump Administration is imposing sanctions on 11 entities and three individuals based in Iran, China, Belarus, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) involved in Iran's efforts to acquire or use arms and related materiel. Included in today's actions are several China-based entities providing satellite ima more
ICYMI: The ARY News article, titled "U.S. Congress commends Pakistan for mediating US-Iran peace."
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: The ARY News article, titled "U.S. Congress commends Pakistan for mediating US-Iran peace."
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The ARY News article below, titled "U.S. Congress commends Pakistan for mediating US-Iran peace," speaks for itself.
You can access the article by clicking the link here.
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