Onsemi Powers Sineng Electric's Advanced Solar and Energy Storage Solutions
SCOTTSDALE, Arizona, March 31 (TNSrep) -- Onsemi, a semiconductors supplier company, issued the following news:
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Onsemi Powers Sineng Electric's Advanced Solar and Energy Storage Solutions
Summary
onsemi announced a new design win with Sineng Electric, which will feature onsemi's latest generation hybrid power integrated module (PIM) in two utility scale renewable energy platforms. The PIM features onsemi's FS7 insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) and EliteSiC technology and will be more
Oracle and NetSuite Deliver New AI-Powered Solution for Restaurant Operations
SAN MATEO, California, March 31 -- Oracle NetSuite, a subsidiary of Oracle, issued the following news:
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Oracle and NetSuite Deliver New AI-Powered Solution for Restaurant Operations
Unified solution centralizes key back-office functions to support the unique needs of modern restaurant and hospitality businesses
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Oracle and Oracle NetSuite today announced Oracle NetSuite Restaurant Operations. Powered by NetSuite's AI-powered business system, Restaurant Operations is designed to help r more
Virginia Tech: Science in the Age of AI
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, March 31 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Science in the age of AI
By Albert Raboteau
"Let's go back -- way, way back to 2023." That was the invitation issued by OpenAI's vice president for science, Kevin Weil, during his opening remarks highlighting the rapid advances of large language models in research during a recent Virginia Tech Leaders+ event at the university's Academic Building One in Alexandria.
From 2023-26, Weil said, artificial intelligen more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Birthright Citizenship - Litigation Status Update Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11414) on April 3, 2026, by legislative attorney Hannah Solomon-Strauss and supervisory attorney Juria L. Jones.
Here are excerpts:
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Birthright Citizenship: Litigation Status Update
On April 1, 2026, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Trump v. Barbara regarding Executive Order 14160, "Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship" (E.O. 14160 or th more
Confederate Names and Military Installations Topic of CRS Fact Sheet
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following fact sheet (No. R48894) on April 3, 2026, by research librarians Travis A. Ferrell and Hannah Fischer.
Here are excerpts:
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Confederate Names and Military Installations: Fact Sheet
SUMMARY
Prior to 2023, there were 10 major military installations named after Confederate Civil War commanders, all of which were located in the former states of the Confederacy. Nine of the bases were active-component Ar more
Farm Support for Tobacco & the 2026 Farm Bill Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13196) on April 3, 2026, by agricultural policy analyst Stephanie Rosch.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm Support for Tobacco and the 2026 Farm Bill
Historically, Congress has provided five categories of farm support: the Federal Crop Insurance Program (FCIP), farm bill-authorized commodity support programs, farm bill-authorized disaster assistance programs, ad hoc commodity supp more
FY2024 State Grants Under Title I-A of the Elementary & Secondary Education Act Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48893) on April 3, 2026, entitled "FY2024 State Grants Under Title I-A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act" by education policy specialist Rebecca R. Skinner and research assistant Isobel Sorenson.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), most recently comprehensively amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA; P.L. 114-95), is the pr more
Prediction Markets & Insider Trading Law Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11406) on April 3, 2026, by legislative attorney Jay B. Sykes:
Here are excerpts:
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Prediction Markets and Insider Trading Law
The past two years have witnessed the dramatic growth of prediction markets--i.e., online platforms that allow users to buy or sell contracts with payoffs tied to the occurrence or nonoccurrence of specific events, such as sporting event outc more
SEC Issues Crypto Guidance as Congress Considers MarketStructure Legislation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11415) on April 3, 2026, by legislative attorney Jay B. Sykes:
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SEC Issues Crypto Guidance as Congress Considers MarketStructure Legislation
On March 17, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued guidance addressing the application of federal securities law to certain types of crypto-assets and crypto-asset activities. The guidance was joined by the C more
U.S.-Japan Trade Agreements & Tariff Negotiations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11120) on April 3, 2026, by international trade and finance specialists Kyla H. Kitamura and Cathleen D. Cimino-Isaacs.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-Japan Trade Agreements and Tariff Negotiations
The United States and Japan have been close economic partners, though they do not have a comprehensive bilateral free trade agreement (FTA). Since 2020, the countries have entered in more
Bureau of Land Management - FY2026 Appropriations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13121) on April 2, 2026, by natural resources policy specialist Carol Hardy Vincent.
Here are excerpts:
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Bureau of Land Management: FY2026 Appropriations
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), in the Department of the Interior (DOI), manages 244 million acres of federal land, nearly all in the West. Under its multiple-use mission, BLM manages lands for diverse purposes, inc more
Clean Vehicle Tax Credit Transfers to Car Dealers Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12570) on April 2, 2026, by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie.
Here are excerpts:
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Clean Vehicle Tax Credit Transfers to Car Dealers
In July 2025, Congress repealed the clean vehicle credit (CVC) and the used clean vehicle credit (UCVC) as part of the FY2025 reconciliation law (P.L. 119-21). These two credits were enacted under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 more
Clean Vehicle Tax Credits Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12600) on April 2, 2026, by public finance specialists Donald J. Marples and Nicholas E. Buffie:
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Clean Vehicle Tax Credits
Prior to the enactment of the FY2025 reconciliation law (P.L. 119-21), the federal government offered three tax credits to incentivize the purchase of clean vehicles (electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles, and fuel cell vehicles). All three credi more
FY2026 Department of Defense Appropriations Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48891) on April 2, 2026, entitled "FY2026 Department of Defense Appropriations: In Brief" by Cameron M. Keys, defense logistics and resource management policy analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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Contents
Summary ... 1
FY2026 Budget Cycle: Sequence of Events ... 2
FY2026 President's Budget Request: May 2, 2025, to June 26, 2025 ... 2
H.R. 4016: Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 20 more
Housing Supply - Current Trends & Policy Considerations Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48892) on April 2, 2026, entitled "Housing Supply: Current Trends and Policy Considerations" by macroeconomic policy specialist Lida R. Weinstock.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Housing affordability concerns have led to a focus on insufficient housing supply as a possible cause. There are many metrics by which economists analyze housing supply. Currently, national-level statistics paint a more
Housing Supply - Current Trends & Policy Considerations Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48892) on April 2, 2026, entitled "Housing Supply - Current Trends and Policy Considerations:"
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Barriers to Increasing Supply
This section briefly highlights a few of the most commonly cited explanations of why housing supply may be constrained and failing to adequately respond to demand and pricing conditions. Some are explanations for the longer-term trend more
Legislative Branch - FY2026 Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48612) on March 26, 2026, entitled "Legislative Branch: FY2026 Appropriations" by Congress specialist Ida A. Brudnick.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Legislative Branch: FY2026 Appropriations
The legislative branch appropriations bill provides funding for the Senate; House of Representatives; Joint Items; Capitol Police; Office of Congressional Workplace Rights; Congressional Budget Offic more
Legislative Branch - FY2026 Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48612) on March 26, 2026, entitled "Legislative Branch - FY2026 Appropriations:"
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FY2026 Legislative Branch Funding Issues
The following sections discuss the various legislative branch accounts.
During consideration of the legislative branch bills, the House and Senate conform to a "longstanding practice under which each body of Congress determines its ow more
Private Credit Funds Redemption Restrictions Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12674) on April 2, 2026, by financial economics specialist Eva Su.
Here are excerpts:
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Private Credit Funds Redemption Restrictions: Market Context and Policy Issues
Private credit generally refers to a type of lending provided by nonbank financial institutions, such as alternative asset managers of private funds, to small- and medium-sized private companies. Although this more
2026 Census Test - Overview & Recent Developments Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12676) on April 1, 2026, by American National Government analyst Taylor R. Knoedl.
Here are excerpts:
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The 2026 Census Test: Overview and Recent Developments
The U.S. Census Bureau begins planning for an upcoming decennial census of population and housing more than a decade prior to the census year. Part of this planning includes field tests designed to assess various oper more
Defense Primer - Strategic Nuclear Forces Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10519) on April 1, 2026, by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: Strategic Nuclear Forces
The Department of Defense (DOD) - which is "using a secondary Department of War designation" under Executive Order 14347 dated September 5, 2025 - is in the process of modernizing U.S. strategic nuclear forces. This modernization effort includes nu more
Inflation Reduction Act Wage & Apprenticeship Requirements - Effect on Tax Credit Values Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48428) on April 1, 2026, entitled "Inflation Reduction Act Wage and Apprenticeship Requirements: Effect on Tax Credit Values" by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (P.L. 117-169; IRA) created or modified 21 tax provisions subsidizing the use of "clean" energy. These benefits targeted taxpayers who purchase electric more
Medicaid - Selected Resources for National, State & Local Enrollment Data Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48536) on March 25, 2026, entitled "Medicaid: Selected Resources for National, State and Local Enrollment Data" by research librarians Sarah K. Braun and Angela Napili:
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Contents
Purpose and Scope ... 1
Federal Data Sources ... 2
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National and State Data ... 2
Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission (MACPAC): National and State more
Retirement Asset Data in 2024 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13193) on April 1, 2026, by income security specialists John J. Topoleski and Elizabeth A. Myers.
Here are excerpts:
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Retirement Asset Data in 2024
The Federal Reserve's Financial Accounts of the United States reported that the total amount of financial assets in U.S. retirement plans (which does not include Social Security) was $45.1 trillion at the end of 2024. Figure 1 more
Standards for Maintaining, Collecting & Presenting Federal Data on Race & Ethnicity Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12304) on April 1, 2026, by American national government analyst Taylor R. Knoedl.
Here are excerpts:
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Revisions to Statistical Policy Directive No. 15: Standards for Maintaining, Collecting, and Presenting Federal Data on Race and Ethnicity
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) oversees the collection of race and ethnicity data through Statistical Policy Directive (SP more
U.S. Conflict With Iran Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48887) on March 26, 2026, entitled "U.S. Conflict with Iran."
The report is written by Middle Eastern affairs specialists Clayton Thomas, Christopher M. Blanchard, Jeremy M. Sharp and Jim Zanotti:
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SUMMARY
U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28, 2026, have sparked a wide-reaching regional conflict, with ongoing U.S. and Israeli air operations in Iran and Iranian retaliatory st more
U.S. Retirement Assets Data - 1995-2024 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13194) on April 1, 2026, by income security specialists John J. Topoleski and Elizabeth A. Myers.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Retirement Assets Data: 1995-2024
Retirement Asset Data from 1995 to 2024
The Federal Reserve's Financial Accounts of the United States reported that the total amount of financial assets in U.S. retirement plans (which does not include Social Securit more
Army's Multi-Domain Task Force Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11797) on March 30, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert.
Here are excerpts:
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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 must be able to operate in a m more
Determining Grants Under Title I-A of the Elementary & Secondary Education Act Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48890) on March 31, 2026, entitled "Determining Grants Under Title I-A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act" by education policy specialist Rebecca R. Skinner and research assistant Isobel Sorenson.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Title I-A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) authorizes aid to local educational agencies (LEAs) for the education of disadvantaged chi more
Federal Recognition of Tribes Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48888) on March 30, 2026, entitled "The Federal Recognition of Tribes: Frequently Asked Questions."
The report is written by natural resources policy specialist Mariel J. Murray, legislative attorney Mainon A. Schwartz and law librarian Laura Deal.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
As of 2026, the United States encompasses 575 federally recognized Tribes, or groups of Indigenous people that more
Nonprofit Hospitals, Tax Benefits & Charity Care Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13192) on March 30, 2026, by economic policy senior specialist Susan V. Lawrence:
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Nonprofit Hospitals, Tax Benefits and Charity Care
Congress has had a continuing interest in the tax benefits for nonprofit hospitals over the years, as indicated in a Senate Finance Committee investigation in 2005, a Government Accountability Office (GAO) study in 2020, and a hearing by the more
Pakistan's New Long-Range Missile Development Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13086) on March 31, 2026, by nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr:
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Pakistan's New Long-Range Missile Development
On December 18, 2024, the U.S. Department of State announced the imposition of sanctions on Pakistan's National Development Complex (NDC), which "has worked to acquire items in furtherance of Pakistan's long range ballistic missile program." The State Depar more
Section 45V Clean Hydrogen Production Credit Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12602) on March 30, 2026, by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie and energy policy analyst Martin C. Offutt.
Here are excerpts:
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The Section 45V Clean Hydrogen Production Credit
P.L. 117-169, commonly known as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), enacted a new tax credit for the production of "clean" hydrogen. Widespread adoption of hydrogen fuel may reduce economy-wi more
Taiwan - Background & U.S. Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10275) on March 30, 2026, by Asian affairs specialist Susan V. Lawrence.
Here are excerpts:
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Taiwan: Background and U.S. Relations
Introduction
Taiwan, which also calls itself the Republic of China (ROC), is a self-governing East Asian democracy located across the Taiwan Strait from mainland China. Taiwan's popularly-elected leaders govern 23.3 million people on the main more
U.S.-Canada Trade Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12595) on March 30, 2026, by international trade and finance specialist Kyla H. Kitamura.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-Canada Trade Relations
The United States and Canada have one of the largest bilateral trade relationships in the world, including highly integrated energy and automotive markets. Since 1989, U.S.-Canada trade has been governed by the U.S.-Canada Free Trade Ag more
Collision at LaGuardia Airport Spotlights Long-standing Concerns Over Runway Safety Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12675) on March 30, 2026, by aviation policy specialist Bart Elias:
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Collision at LaGuardia Airport Spotlights Long-standing Concerns Over Runway Safety
On the night of March 22, 2026, a Jazz Aviation regional jet landing at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) in New York, NY, struck a firefighting vehicle that had received air traffic control clearance to cross the active runway. The more
FDA Human Medical Product User Fee Programs Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, March 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44750) on March 27, 2026, entitled "FDA Human Medical Product User Fee Programs."
The report is written by research assistant Sylvia L. Bryan and health policy specialists Amanda K. Sarata and Hassan Z. Sheikh.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates human medical products to ensure they are safe and effective for their intended use in patients. M more
U.S. Health Care Coverage & Spending Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10830) on March 30, 2026, by health care financing specialist Ryan J. Rosso and research assistant Sylvia L. Bryan.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Health Care Coverage and Spending
In 2024, the United States had an estimated population of 335 million individuals. Most of those individuals had private health insurance or were covered under a federal program (such as Medicare or more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
AARP Urges Increased Transparency in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Fees to the U.S. Department of Labor
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- AARP, an organization representing 125 million Americans aged 50 and older, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) regarding a proposed rule to enhance transparency in fees and compensation received by pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and their affiliates. The letter expresses support for the agency's efforts to improve disclosures related to PBM practices, which are considered essential to l more
Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy Urges Safeguards in Federal Anti-Kickback Statute Update
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) regarding its Request for Information on the Federal Anti-Kickback Statute and Beneficiary Inducements. AMCP highlighted the need for regulatory updates that balance affordability initiatives with patient safety, formulary oversight, and federal program integrity.
AMCP, representing nearly 8,000 pharmacy and he more
Air Line Pilots Association Seeks Extension for FAA Pilot School Modernization Comments
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) urging an extension of the comment period for the Part 141 Pilot School Modernization Initiative. The association emphasized the need for additional time to thoroughly assess the extensive proposed changes related to pilot training, certification, and oversight.
The FAA's initiative proposes a comprehe more
Alaska Miners Association Urges BOEM to Prioritize Community Engagement in Offshore Mineral Leasing
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Alaska Miners Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), expressing support for a commercial leasing program for outer continental shelf minerals offshore Alaska, while emphasizing the need for robust community involvement and interagency collaboration. The letter was submitted in response to BOEM's Request for Information and Interest on commercial leasing for minerals in these offshore areas.
Representing more more
Alaska Native Tribes Urge BOEM to Protect Subsistence and Environment in Offshore Mineral Leasing
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Association of Village Council Presidents (AVCP), Kawerak, Inc., and the Bering Sea Elders Group (BSEG) have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) regarding its Request for Information and Interest on commercial leasing for minerals on the Outer Continental Shelf offshore Alaska. The joint letter emphasizes the critical cultural, subsistence, and environmental importance of the Bering Sea to western Alaska Tribes and cal more
Alliant Insurance Services Calls for Clarification and Statutory Adherence in IRS Proposed Clean Fuel Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding the agency's proposed regulations for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The letter outlines recommendations for clearer guidance and criticizes the incorporation of unrelated regulatory concepts from Section 45V clean hydrogen regulations informed by EPA and DOE policies that postdate the statute's enactment.
The insurance services firm, through the more
American Pharmacists Association Urges HHS and OIG to Enhance Support for Pharmacists in Direct-To-Consumer Drug Pricing Programs
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and its Office of Inspector General (OIG) addressing the federal anti-kickback statute and beneficiary inducements civil monetary penalty as part of the agencies' request for information on Medicare and state health care programs. The letter emphasizes the critical role pharmacists play in ensuring proper medication use and calls for polic more
Architect Raises Concerns Over Department of Energy Proposal to Amend Section 504 Accessibility Rules
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Originate Natural Building Materials has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing proposed changes to Section 504 rules that govern accessibility requirements for buildings funded by the federal government. The letter was directed to the DOE's Office of Civil Rights and EEO and the Office of Minority Economic Impact.
In the letter, the architecture professional emphasized the critical role Section 504 plays in ensuring that places more
Association for Behavioral Health and Wellness Urges HHS to Update Anti-Kickback Statute for Contingency Management Safe Harbor
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Association for Behavioral Health and Wellness (ABHW) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and its Office of Inspector General (OIG) addressing the Federal Anti-Kickback Statute and Beneficiary Inducements Civil Monetary Penalty (CMP) regulations. ABHW, representing payers that manage behavioral health insurance benefits for approximately 200 million people across public and private sectors, advocated for updates t more
Association of American Railroads Submits Nominations for Federal Railroad Safety Advisory Committee
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regarding nominations for the re-constituted Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (RSAC). The RSAC advises the Secretary of Transportation and the Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) on railroad safety matters. Following the issuance of a new charter by DOT on January 20, 2026, which allocated five membership seats to AAR and more
Association of Village Council Presidents and Alaska Community Action on Toxics Oppose Alaska Offshore Seabed Mineral Leasing Urging BOEM to Halt Plans
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Association of Village Council Presidents (AVCP), Native Village of Eek, and Alaska Community Action on Toxics (ACAT) have submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) expressing strong opposition to commercial leasing of Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) minerals offshore Alaska. They urge the U.S. Department of the Interior's BOEM to cease any further steps toward leasing, citing risks to ocean environments, marine wildlife, fisheries more
Automotive Safety Council Submits Comments to NHTSA on Voice Command Interface Research
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Automotive Safety Council (ASC) has submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) within the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding its planned research on modern voice command interfaces (VCI) in vehicles. The ASC is an industry trade association representing leading suppliers of advanced automotive safety systems worldwide. Their letter provides input on NHTSA's efforts to assess the state-of-the-art capabilities more
Bazelon Center Challenges DOE's Proposed Changes to Accessibility Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing the agency's proposed Direct Final Rules aimed at rescinding longstanding regulations related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs or activities. The comment letter focuses on two docket numbers, DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024, which would eliminate key provisions under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act concerning accessib more
BMWED Nominates Leadership Trio for Continued Participation on Railroad Safety Advisory Committee
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division (BMWED-IBT), a labor organization representing railroad maintenance workers, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to nominate Roy L. Morrison III as their primary representative to the Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (RSAC). The nomination also includes Sean D. Gerie and Robert Jayce Suprenant as alternate members, ensuring a broad spectrum of expertise in railroad safety o more
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen Endorses Candidates for Federal Railroad Safety Advisory Committee
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET), a division of the Rail Conference of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and the collective bargaining representative for more than 31,000 active locomotive engineers and trainmen, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) endorsing candidates for nomination and appointment to the Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (RSAC). The letter highlights the union's vested in more
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen Seeks Representation on Federal Railroad Safety Advisory Committee
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) Ohio State Legislative Board submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) seeking consideration for membership on the Rail Safety Advisory Committee (RSAC). The letter was addressed by the Chairman of the BLET Ohio State Legislative Board, who expressed a desire to bring extensive professional and academic expertise to the committee.
In the letter, the chairman highlighted a 15-y more
California Disability Services Association Opposes DOE Proposed Rules Weakening Disability Access Standards
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The California Disability Services Association (CDSA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) expressing strong opposition to the agency's proposed direct final rules at docket numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024. The CDSA represents 120 disability service provider organizations across California, serving more than 100,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The organization warns that the proposed ru more
Center for Biological Diversity Urges BOEM to Prohibit Offshore Fracking on California Outer Continental Shelf
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Center for Biological Diversity submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) concerning the Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (PEIS) for federal oil and gas lease sales on the California Outer Continental Shelf. The environmental group strongly urged the agency to halt any new lease sales off the California coast and specifically called for a prohibition on offshore hydraulic fracturing an more
Cerebral Palsy Associations of New York State Opposes DOE Accessibility Rule Changes
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Cerebral Palsy Associations of New York State (CP State) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing two direct final rules under docket numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024. CP State, a multi-service organization representing over 100,000 individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, raised concerns about proposed rescissions of critical regulations related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted prog more
Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition Opposes DOE Rules Rescinding Accessibility Requirements
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition (CCDC), representing over 5,000 members, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing two direct final rules that would rescind key nondiscrimination regulations related to new construction and existing facilities. The letter, addressed to the DOE Office of Civil Rights and EEO and the Office of Minority Economic Impact, criticizes the rules published in the Federal Register on May 16, 2025, which more
Consortium for Constituents With Disabilities Opposes DOE's Proposed Accessibility Rule Changes
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Consortium for Constituents with Disabilities (CCD) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) expressing strong opposition to proposed Direct Final Rules that seek to rescind important accessibility standards under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. The letter addresses docket numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024, which aim to eliminate regulations that require fully accessible new construction and alteration projects funded more
Continental Resources Urges Modifications to BLM's Commingling and Allocation Approval Rules
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Continental Resources Inc., a U.S. oil producer, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management regarding proposed revisions to regulations governing commingling and allocation approvals found at 43 CFR Part 3170. The letter, dated March 31, 2026, strongly endorses the BLM's intention to streamline energy development on federal lands following the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) mandates, but advocates for specific ch more
CoverCress Inc Urges Finalization and Enhancement of 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- CoverCress Inc. (CCI), a developer of domesticated pennycress marketed as CoverCress, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service regarding the proposed regulations implementing the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. CCI highlights the innovative attributes of pennycress as a winter annual crop that fits into existing corn and soybean rotations, offering environmental benefits such as erosion control, nutrient sc more
Critical Access Hospital Opposes Proposed Shift to Rebate Model in 340B Program
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Daniels Memorial Healthcare Center, a Critical Access Hospital and Rural Health Clinic located in Scobey, Montana, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, expressing strong opposition to the proposed transition from an upfront discount to a rebate model in the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
The hospital's CEO highlighted concerns that the proposed rebate model would more
CVS Health Seeks Clarification From HHS OIG on Manufacturer Coupon Eligibility and Pharmacy Responsibilities
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- CVS Health submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) addressing concerns related to the TrumpRx manufacturer coupon program, the application of fraud and abuse laws on direct-to-consumer (DTC) discount initiatives, and operational challenges arising from OIG's recent guidance. The letter highlights CVS Health's role as a national pharmacy, pharmacy benefit manager, and health services organizatio more
Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council Opposes DOE Proposal to Rescind Accessibility Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) expressing strong opposition to proposed rule changes under docket numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024. The DDC opposes the department's plan to rescind key portions of its regulations that implement Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, which mandates accessibility for people with disabilities in federally assisted programs and activiti more
Department of Energy Faces Opposition Over Proposed Changes to Section 504 Accessibility Rules
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Samata Neuropsychological Services has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing proposed modifications to the Section 504 rules that govern accessibility requirements for federally funded buildings. The letter emphasizes concerns about the potential impact of these changes on people with disabilities, particularly regarding new construction and building alterations.
The letter, sent to the DOE's Office of Civil Rights and Equal Emp more
Diabetes Advocacy Groups Oppose DOE Rescission of Accessibility Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Diabetes Patient Advocacy Coalition (DPAC) and the Diabetes Leadership Council (DLC) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) expressing strong opposition to the agency's proposed rules to rescind key regulations implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. The letter was filed with the DOE's Office of Civil Rights and EEO and the Office of Minority Economic Impact, referencing docket numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024. more
Disability Resource Center Opposes Department of Energy Proposal to Rescind Accessibility Requirements
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Disability Resource Center (DRC) at Porterville College in California submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing proposed direct final rules under docket numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024. These proposed regulations would rescind key portions of DOE's implementation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, which prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in federally assisted programs or activities more
Disability Rights Advocates Oppose DOE Proposed Rescission of Accessibility Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Disability Rights Advocates (DRA), a leading national legal nonprofit advocating for people with disabilities, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing proposed direct final rules that would rescind key regulations implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. The letter was addressed to the DOE Office of Civil Rights and EEO and the Office of Minority Economic Impact.
DRA strongly opposes the rules found at Docket Numbers DOE- more
Disability Rights Center - NH Opposes DOE Rule Changes That Would Weaken Accessibility Standards
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Disability Rights Center - NH, the designated Protection and Advocacy agency for New Hampshire, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) expressing strong opposition to proposed rule changes that would rescind critical accessibility requirements related to federally assisted programs and activities. The letter addresses docket numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024, which propose eliminating regulations implementing Section 504 of more
Disability Rights Maine Opposes Department of Energy Proposed Rule Changes on Accessibility Standards
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Disability Rights Maine submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing the agency's direct final rules under Docket Numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024. The organization expressed strong objections to proposed regulatory changes that would rescind critical portions of DOE's rules implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, which mandates nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs and activities, particularly concer more
Disability Rights Pennsylvania Opposes Department of Energy Rule Changes That Threaten Accessibility Protections for People With Disabilities
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Disability Rights Pennsylvania has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing proposed direct final rules under docket numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024. The organization, designated by Pennsylvania as the advocate for individuals with disabilities, argues that these proposals would rescind critical nondiscrimination regulations implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and undermine accessibility protections for more
Easterseals Opposes Department of Energy Proposal to Rescind Accessibility Rules Under Section 504
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Easterseals, a national network dedicated to supporting people with disabilities, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing proposed rule changes aimed at rescinding key provisions related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs. The letter addresses two specific dockets of the Department of Energy's Office of Civil Rights and Equal Employment Opportunity and Office of Minority Economic Impact, which propose eliminating require more
Education Law Center Pennsylvania Opposes DOE's Proposed Rescission of Accessibility Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Education Law Center Pennsylvania (ELC-PA), a nonprofit legal advocacy organization dedicated to ensuring access to quality public education for underserved students, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The letter opposes the DOE's direct final rules at docket numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024, which propose rescinding important regulations implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act related to nondiscrimination more
Eli Lilly Calls for Expanded Clarity on Federal Anti-Kickback Rules to Support Direct-to-Patient Drug Programs
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Eli Lilly and Company submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, addressing the agency's Federal Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS) and Beneficiary Inducements Civil Monetary Penalty (CMP) as they relate to direct-to-consumer (DTC) or direct-to-patient (DTP) pharmaceutical sales programs. The letter outlines Lilly's recommendations on policy development to promote patient access through alternati more
Family Violence Appellate Project Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Housing Rule Affecting Domestic Violence Survivors
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Family Violence Appellate Project (FVAP) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) opposing a proposed rule concerning verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. FVAP warns that the rule revisions could seriously harm survivors of domestic violence by restricting access to safe, affordable housing, a critical resource for escaping abuse.
FVAP is a California-based organizat more
Financial Coach Urges Expansion of National Strategy for Financial Literacy to Address Systemic Barriers
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Barbara L. Martinez, an Accredited Financial Counselor and Board Member of the Association for Financial Counseling & Planning Education, submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC) at the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the National Strategy for Financial Literacy. Drawing on over a decade of direct experience serving low- and moderate-income individuals in Chicago, Martinez offered recommendations aimed at enhanci more
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- FMC Compliance Services has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regarding proposed amendments to 19 CFR Parts 4, 103, and 113, which concern electronic export manifest (EEM) requirements. As a specialized compliance partner aiding clients with ocean-shipping laws and Federal Maritime Commission regulations, FMC Compliance Services endorses the department's move toward advanced vessel and cargo departure data transmission.
In its l more
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- FMW Rail Operations, a subsidiary of FMW Solutions LLC, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation nominating Kevin Sweat, Director of Safety and Compliance, for membership on the Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (RSAC). The nomination letter highlights Mr. Sweat's extensive experience in various railroad operational roles and his unique perspective combining regulatory and technological expertise.
FMW Rail Operations emphasized Mr. S more
Frontier Infrastructure Holdings Urges IRS to Clarify Carbon Capture Credit Rules Under Sec. 45Z and 45Q
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Frontier Infrastructure Holdings LLC, a Texas-based developer and operator of large-scale carbon capture and sequestration projects, submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service addressing proposed regulations under Section 45Z of the Internal Revenue Code concerning the Clean Fuel Production Credit. The company provided detailed feedback aimed at strengthening regulatory certainty around the application of tax credits for carbon capture and sequestrat more
Golden Gate Restaurant Association Backs Zoox Petition to NHTSA for Autonomous Vehicle Deployment
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Golden Gate Restaurant Association submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration expressing strong support for Zoox's petition, Docket No. NHTSA-2025-0523, which seeks an exemption to allow commercial deployment of automated vehicles under strict federal safety monitoring. The San Francisco-based non-profit, representing a range of restaurant members and vendors including many small, independent establishments, emphasized the p more
Greenpeace USA Opposes BOEM's Proposed Seabed Mineral Leasing Offshore Alaska
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Greenpeace USA submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) opposing the agency's Request for Information and Interest (RFI) concerning commercial leasing for Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) minerals offshore Alaska. The letter, addressing BOEM's Alaska Region, highlights broad environmental, legal, cultural, economic, and national security concerns related to the proposed seabed mining initiative.
Greenpeace USA emphasizes Alaska's more
Health Care Attorney Urges OIG for Formal Guidance on Direct-to-Consumer Drug Sales and Telehealth
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Mary R. Kohler, a health care attorney and founder of Kohler Health Law PC, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) addressing the agency's request for information on the Federal Anti-Kickback Statute and Beneficiary Inducements Civil Monetary Penalty related to emerging direct-to-consumer (DTC) drug sale arrangements and telehealth services.
Kohler expressed appreciation for the OIG's Special more
Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz Opposes HUD Work Requirements and Time Limits Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz (HACSC) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) opposing a proposed rule titled Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits. The letter expresses strong concerns that the proposed regulation lacks supporting data, risks increasing housing instability, and would impose substantial administrative and financial burdens on public housin more
Idaho State Independent Living Council Opposes DOE Proposed Rule Changes on Accessibility
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Idaho State Independent Living Council (IDSILC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), strongly opposing the agency's proposed direct final rules (Docket DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024). The comment challenges the DOE's effort to rescind key regulatory requirements implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act concerning accessibility in federally funded facilities.
The letter, filed with the DOE's Office of Civil Rig more
Kenai Fjords Businesses Oppose Seabed Mining Leasing Off Alaska Coast
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge and Kenai Fjords Sea Treks submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Alaska Region expressing strong opposition to commercial leasing for seabed mining offshore Alaska. Their letter was in response to the agency's Request for Information and Interest concerning commercial leasing for Outer Continental Shelf minerals in Alaska.
The businesses highlighted concerns that their operations depend on healthy ocean more
Marine Mammal Commission Raises Concerns Over Hilcorp Alaska's Ringed Seal Protections
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Marine Mammal Commission has submitted a public comment letter to the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding the agency's February 2, 2026, notice and Hilcorp Alaska, LLC's application for incidental take regulations under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. The request pertains to Hilcorp's construction, maintenance, and operation of ice roads, trails, and pads on Alaska's North Slope, specifically at Northstar's Production Island, Spy Island Drill Site, and Ooguru more
MetroWest Center for Independent Living Opposes DOE Proposed Rules Rescinding Disability Accessibility Requirements
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The MetroWest Center for Independent Living submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing two proposed direct final rules that would rescind key regulations related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs or activities. The letter addresses docket numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024, which would remove requirements ensuring accessibility for people with disabilities in new construction and existing facilities receiv more
Molpus Woodlands Group Urges Treasury to Support Woody Biomass in Clean Fuel Production Credit Rule
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Molpus Woodlands Group submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing the proposed rule for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The organization emphasized the importance of adopting a rule that acknowledges the practical realities of working forests and the forest products supply chain while facilitating environmental and economic benefits.
In the letter, Molpus Woodlands Group conveyed support for a final rule grounded in c more
National Association of Chain Drug Stores Calls for Clarity on Direct-to-Consumer Drug Pricing and Pharmacy Role
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS), representing over 40,000 pharmacies nationwide, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Inspector General (OIG), concerning the Federal Anti-Kickback Statute and Beneficiary Inducements. NACDS highlighted the evolving landscape of direct-to-consumer (DTC) prescription drug sales and urged the agency to consider the impact of these programs on community phar more
National Conference of Firemen & Oilers Seeks Membership on Railroad Safety Advisory Committee
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The National Conference of Firemen & Oilers, 32BJ/SEIU (NCFO) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requesting membership on the Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (RSAC). The NCFO, a labor organization established in 1898 with deep roots in the railroad industry, seeks to bring its safety expertise and industry experience to the advisory panel.
The NCFO highlights its longstanding role as a more
National Pork Producers Council Supports Removing Maximum Line Speed Limits in Swine Inspection
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) expressing strong support for a proposed rule to remove maximum line speed limits under the New Swine Slaughter Inspection System (NSIS). The NPPC, representing 60,000 pork producers and 42 state organizations, emphasized that the proposed changes would improve efficiency and modernize regulatory frameworks while mai more
National Real Estate Associations Urge Caution on HUD Operating Cost Adjustment Factors Methodology
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- A coalition of leading national real estate associations has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expressing concerns about potential changes to the agency's Operating Cost Adjustment Factors (OCAFs) methodology. The associations, representing housing providers engaged in addressing America's housing affordability challenges, emphasized the critical role accurate and stable OCAFs play in sustaining affordable multi more
NLHA and CARH Urge HUD to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Verification of Eligible Status in Affordable Housing Programs
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The National Leased Housing Association (NLHA) and the Council for Affordable Rural Housing (CARH) have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), expressing strong opposition to HUD's Proposed Rule on Verification of Eligible Status affecting affordable housing programs. The organizations represent hundreds of entities providing over a million affordable housing units nationwide and warn that the proposal would disrupt more
Northern Alaska Environmental Center Urges Caution on Alaska Outer Continental Shelf Mineral Leasing
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Northern Alaska Environmental Center (NAEC) submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) Alaska Outer Continental Shelf Region regarding the agency's Request for Information and Interest (RFI) on commercial leasing for mineral extraction in the Alaska Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) areas. NAEC emphasizes the ecological, fisheries, and subsistence concerns posed by proposed mineral leasing across an extensive area spanning approximate more
Northwest Access Fund Urges Department of Energy to Maintain Accessibility Protections in Section 504 Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Northwest Access Fund, a Community Development Financial Institution focused on advancing economic opportunities for people with disabilities, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing proposed revisions to Section 504 regulations related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs or activities. The organization emphasized that the current regulations are essential to ensuring accessibility and equity for individuals with disabili more
Occupational Therapist Urges Department of Energy to Maintain Section 504 Accessibility Rules
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Megan Karburn, an occupational therapist at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in Oakland, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Civil Rights and EEO, and the Office of Minority Economic Impact. The letter opposes proposed changes to Section 504 regulations concerning nondiscrimination and new construction accessibility requirements.
Karburn emphasized the importance of Section 504, which mandates that entities receiving federal fund more
Organized Village of Kasaan Proposes Tribal Co-Management Alternatives for Southeast Alaska National Preserves
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Organized Village of Kasaan (OVK), based in Kasaan, Alaska, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. National Park Service (NPS) outlining a series of tribal co-management alternatives tailored for Southeast Alaska national preserves. The letter, responding to NPS Proposed Rule RIN 1024-AE96, advocates for collaborative management approaches that support subsistence protections, ecological sustainability, and fulfill the federal trust responsibility consistent more
Pacific Environment Urges BOEM to Halt Alaska Deep Sea Mining Leases Over Environmental Concerns
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Pacific Environment has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) expressing concerns regarding the agency's Request for Information and Interest (RFI) about potential commercial mineral leasing in several Alaska Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) areas. The specified regions include Norton Sound Heavy Mineral Sands, Goodnews Bay Heavy Mineral Sands, the Aleutian Arc, Canada Basin, Chukchi Borderland, and Gulf of Alaska seamounts.
P more
Parents Helping Parents Opposes Department of Energy Proposal to Rescind Disability Access Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Parents Helping Parents, a nonprofit organization advocating for families with children with special needs, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing proposed direct final rules that would rescind critical sections of DOE regulations implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. The proposals, identified under Docket Numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024, would eliminate requirements for new construction and alterations to be more
Pfizer Proposes Safe Harbor to Support Direct-to-Consumer Prescription Drug Programs
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Pfizer Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General regarding regulatory guidance on direct-to-consumer (DTC) prescription drug programs. The letter responds to the agency's Request for Information on the application of the Federal Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS) and Beneficiary Inducements Civil Monetary Penalty (BIS) to manufacturer-operated DTC programs. Pfizer emphasized the importance of these progr more
PhRMA Calls for Clarifications on OIG Guidance for Direct-to-Consumer Drug Sales Programs
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) addressing the agency's Request for Information concerning the Federal Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS) and related guidance around direct-to-consumer (DTC) prescription drug sales programs. PhRMA's letter focuses on OIG's January 2026 Special Advisory Bulletin (SAB) that clarifies how manufactur more
Preservation of Affordable Housing Urges HUD to Reconsider Proposed Rule on Mixed-Status Households
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH), a non-profit owner and operator of over 14,000 affordable rental homes in 13 states and D.C., submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expressing strong concerns about a proposed rule change concerning verification of eligible status in assisted housing. The rule, which would end prorated assistance to mixed-status families, is warned to have multiple negative consequences for more
Rights For All - USA Opposes DOE's Proposed Rollback of Accessibility Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Rights For All - USA (RFA-USA), a grassroots organization advocating for the rights of people with disabilities, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing proposed changes to regulations related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs. The letter addresses docket numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024, which propose rescinding key accessibility requirements under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
RFA- more
San Francisco Technology Association Supports Zoox's Petition to NHTSA for Autonomous Vehicle Exemption
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Sf.citi, San Francisco's technology and innovation industry association, submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration advocating for Zoox's petition for a temporary exemption under Docket No. NHTSA-2025-0523. The association highlighted the importance of supporting innovation in autonomous mobility while maintaining safety and sustainability in urban transportation.
Sf.citi emphasized its member companies' dedication to responsib more
Scripps Institution of Oceanography Urges BOEM to Exclude California From 11th Outer Continental Shelf Leasing Program
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California, San Diego, through a public comment letter, has submitted supplemental concerns to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management regarding the scoping framework for the 11th Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program. The letter highlights critical deficiencies in BOEM's evaluation of economic risks, ecological impacts, and mitigation measures related to offshore oil and gas development along Califor more
Seattle-King County Council Opposes Department of Energy's Proposed Accessibility Rule Changes
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Seattle-King County Advisory Council for Aging and Disability Services has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing proposed direct final rules under Docket Numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024. These rules involve rescinding parts of DOE's regulations that implement Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, which mandates nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs and activities for people with disabilities.
The Co more
Southern California College Attainment Network Opposes HUD Proposal on Housing Eligibility Verification
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Southern California College Attainment Network (SoCal CAN) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expressing strong opposition to a proposed rule that would require reverification of eligible status for public housing residents nationwide. The letter outlines concerns that this policy shift reverses decades of federal policy and could harm thousands of U.S. citizen children living in mixed-status families by incr more
SPARK Urges Treasury to Expand National Strategy for Financial Literacy
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The SPARK Institute and its Financial Literacy Committee submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, urging an update to the National Strategy for Financial Literacy. In their response to the Financial Literacy and Education Commission's (FLEC) request for information, SPARK, a coalition of financial services and retirement plan organizations, recommended shifting toward a lifecycle-based approach that emphasizes financial capability, incorpor more
Union Square Alliance Urges NHTSA to Approve Zoox's Autonomous Vehicle Exemption
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Union Square Alliance has submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) expressing strong support for Zoox's petition, Docket No. NHTSA-2025-0523. The petition requests a temporary exemption to permit Zoox's commercial deployment of automated vehicles under federal safety oversight in San Francisco.
The Union Square Alliance represents businesses and stakeholders within one of San Francisco's most prominent commercial more
Williams Companies Advocates for Changes to BLM's Proposed Commingling Rule
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Williams Companies Inc., an energy infrastructure provider, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management regarding the agency's proposed rule on site security and production handling, specifically the application process for commingling and allocation approval. Williams, which manages around one third of the natural gas consumed daily in the United States and operates over 33,000 miles of pipeline, outlined ke more
Tipoffs: Iran
Lujan Statement on President Trump's Announcement on Iran War
WASHINGTON, April 5 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan Statement on President Trump's Announcement on Iran War
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) issued the following statement on President Trump's announcement on the Iran War:
"President Trump didn't have a plan going into this war, and there's still no credible plan to end it now. The American people did not ask for this conflict, Congress did not authorize it, and th more
Lujan: One Year of President Trump's Tariffs Have Driven Up Costs and Made Life More Expensive for New Mexicans
WASHINGTON, April 5 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan: One Year of President Trump's Tariffs Have Driven Up Costs and Made Life More Expensive for New Mexicans
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Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Committee on Finance, issued the following statement on the one-year anniversary of President Trump's sweeping tariffs that have hurt hardworking New Mexicans and Americans across the country:
"One year a more
Sen. Budd Introduces Abraham Accords Defense Cooperation Act of 2026
WASHINGTON, April 5 -- Sen. Ted Budd, R-NC, has introduced the Abraham Accords Defense Cooperation Act of 2026, aimed at enhancing defense collaboration between the United States and countries that have normalized relations with Israel under the Abraham Accords. This initiative intends to strengthen military partnerships and improve regional security in the Middle East.
The legislation requires the Secretary of Defense to establish a dedicated initiative focusing on defense cooperation with n more
U.S. Continues Strikes into Iran After Successful Rescue of F-15E Aircrew
TAMPA, Florida, April 5 -- The U.S. Central Command issued the following news release:
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U.S. Continues Strikes into Iran After Successful Rescue of F-15E Aircrew
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TAMPA, Fla. - On April 4, U.S. forces successfully completed the rescues of two American service members from Iran after their F-15E fighter jet was shot down April 2 during a combat mission.
The service members were safely recovered during separate search and rescue missions.
U.S. strikes into Iran continue as U.S. Centr more
CASE Op-Ed in RealClearEnergy: If Washington Wants Lower Gas Prices, It Should Get Out of the Way
ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 4 -- Consumer Action for a Strong Economy issued the following excerpts of a commentary on April 3, 2026, by Chairman Gerard Scimeca to RealClearEnergy:
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CASE Op-Ed in RealClearEnergy: If Washington Wants Lower Gas Prices, It Should Get Out of the Way
At a time when Americans are once again being pinched at the gas pump, Washington is making a costly mistake.
Gas prices are rising sharply as global oil markets react to the escalating conflict with Iran. Crude more
Center for European Policy Analysis Posts Commentary: Ukraine's Technology Shield Gets Better and Better
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis posted the following commentary on April 3, 2026, by David Kirichenko, a freelance journalist and associate research fellow at the Henry Jackson Society:
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Ukraine's Technology Shield Gets Better and Better
Innovation from four years of war has given Ukraine a layered defensive system centered around technology.
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Constrained by shortages, delayed aid, and restrictions on using some Western weapons, Kyiv's response has been more
CSIS Issues Commentary: What Happens After Hungary's Election? Four Scenarios to Watch
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on April 3, 2026, by Donatienne Ruy, fellow in the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program:
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What Happens After Hungary's Election? Four Scenarios to Watch
Hungary's high-stakes election is beginning to look like an uphill battle for incumbent Prime Minister Viktor Orban. At least that is what the polling shows: Orban's party, Fidesz, has been trailing opponent Peter Magyar and his Tisza more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to Arab News: Deeper Ties With Gulf States Will Strengthen NATO Alliance
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on April 3, 2026, by senior fellow Luke Coffey to Arab News:
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Deeper Ties with Gulf States Will Strengthen NATO Alliance
The war in Iran has resulted in no shortage of geopolitical consequences for policymakers around the globe. From high energy prices to key shipping lanes being closed, leaders from Europe to the Midd more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to The Diplomat: When Trump Goes to China - It's the Strategy That Matters
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on April 2, 2026, by Asia-Pacific security chair Patrick M. Cronin and research associate Pinshan Lai to The Diplomat:
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When Trump Goes to China: It's the Strategy That Matters
The Trump-Xi summit itself is likely to be less important than the divergent strategies that it may reveal.
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When U.S. President Donald Trum more
