2026 USPOULTRY Feed Mill Management Seminar to Address Emerging Regulations, Technology and Operational Efficiency
TUCKER, Georgia, Feb. 10 -- The U.S. Poultry and Egg Association (USPOULTRY) issued the following news release:
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2026 USPOULTRY Feed Mill Management Seminar to Address Emerging Regulations, Technology and Operational Efficiency
The 2026 USPOULTRY Feed Mill Management Seminar will bring together feed manufacturing professionals, poultry industry leaders and technical experts for a focused program designed for managers, engineers and decision-makers across the poultry sector. The agenda ad more
Adults Overwhelmingly Believe Children Need Age-Based Online Protections, Common Sense Media Research Finds
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Feb. 10 (TNSrpt) -- Common Sense Media issued the following news release on Feb. 9, 2026:
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Adults Overwhelmingly Believe Children Need Age-Based Online Protections, Common Sense Media Research Finds
"Age Assurance Attitudes Among Adults" finds that with support for age assurance comes concerns regarding privacy, data security, and whether age verification systems can be effective.
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Common Sense Media today released a new survey revealing that an overwhelming more
Australian Industry Group Report Forecasts Challenging Conditions and Technology Investment Trends
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Australian Industry Outlook for 2026 - A report from Australian Industry Group, Melbourne - January 2026 (23 pages)
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The Australian Industry Group issued a report presenting its annual Australian Industry Outlook for 2026, derived from its 13th annual survey of industry leaders across key sectors in the national economy. The report portrays an environment in which many businesses anticipate another year of subdued conditions despite modest improvements fro more
California Baptist University: CAVAD Hosts Lecture About AI and Creativity
RIVERSIDE, California, Feb. 10 -- California Baptist University issued the following news:
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CAVAD hosts lecture about AI and creativity
In the 2025-26 academic year, the College of Architecture, Visual Arts and Design is hosting a lecture series in which guest speakers cover various topics relating to CAVAD's creative fields.
The most recent lecture on Jan. 29 focused on the issue of artificial intelligence.
"We wanted an expert to come in and share their perspective of how they thin more
CalState Poly-Pomona: 2026 Office of Academic Innovation Winter Institute Highlights Cross-Campus Collaboration for Inclusive Academic Excellence
POMONA, California, Feb. 10 -- California State Polytechnic University-Pomona issued the following news:
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2026 Office of Academic Innovation Winter Institute Highlights Cross-Campus Collaboration for Inclusive Academic Excellence
Caitlyn Kubulan
The 2026 Office of Academic Innovation Winter Institute brought together faculty and staff across campus for a two-day interactive experience focused on advancing inclusive academic excellence through collaboration and mentorship.
Hosted by the more
Chairman Mast, Ranking Member Meeks Lead Letter Pledging Bipartisan Support for Strengthening Export Controls on Chipmaking Tools
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 -- Rep. Brian Mast, R-Florida, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 9, 2026:
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Chairman Mast, Ranking Member Meeks Lead Letter Pledging Bipartisan Support for Strengthening Export Controls on Chipmaking Tools
Today, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast and Ranking Member Gregory Meeks sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick on the need for closer cooper more
College of Charleston: CredibleMind - Your One-Stop Shop for Mental Health, Wellbeing
CHARLESTON, South Carolina, Feb. 10 -- The College of Charleston issued the following news:
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CredibleMind: Your One-Stop Shop for Mental Health, Wellbeing
The College of Charleston is now offering its employees personalized mental health resources through CredibleMind.
Alicia Lutz
Weeding through countless mental health resources to find the right fit for you can be a daunting prospect - and the last thing any of us need is one more line on our already-overwhelming to-do list.
Fortun more
CompTIA and SGInnovate Partner to Bridge AI and Cybersecurity Talent Gap in Singapore
DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, Feb. 10 -- CompTIA posted the following news release on Feb. 9, 2026:
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CompTIA and SGInnovate partner to bridge AI and cybersecurity talent gap in Singapore
CompTIA and SGInnovate today announced a strategic partnership to strengthen Singapore's deep tech talent pipeline through a series of learning and upskilling initiatives. This collaboration includes a formal Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly upskill the local deep tech talent community, the rollou more
CrowdStrike is the Only Vendor Named as a Customers' Choice in the 2025 Gartner Peer Insights 'Voice of the Customer' for External Attack Surface Management Report
AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 10 (TNSrep) -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on Feb. 9, 2026:
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CrowdStrike is the Only Vendor Named as a Customers' Choice in the 2025 Gartner(R) Peer Insights(TM) 'Voice of the Customer' for External Attack Surface Management Report
CrowdStrike is the only vendor named a Customers' Choice in both years the report has been issued
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Energy Department Launches Genesis Mission Consortium to Accelerate AI-Driven Scientific Discovery and American Innovation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued the following news release on Feb/ 9, 2026:
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Energy Department Launches Genesis Mission Consortium to Accelerate AI-Driven Scientific Discovery and American innovation
New initiative positions the U.S. at the forefront of AI-enabled discovery and innovation.
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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced the launch of the Genesis Mission Consortium, a historic public-private partnership advancing the Department's Genesi more
Experian Makes Saving Even Smarter With New High Yield Digital Savings Account
COSTA MESA, California, Feb. 10 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Experian, an information services company, posted the following news release:
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Experian makes saving even smarter with new high yield digital savings account
The new Experian Smart Money(TM) Digital Savings Account/* offers variable APYs up to 4.00%/** , no minimum deposit and an easy way to earn more
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Expanding its resources to empower consumers to save and manage their financial health, Experian announces the launc more
FAMU Advisors Earn National Spotlight With Presentations at 2025 NACADA Conference
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 10 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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FAMU Advisors Earn National Spotlight with Presentations at 2025 NACADA Conference
Florida A&M University (FAMU) is celebrating a significant achievement as several members of its academic advising team were selected to present at the 2025 National Academic Advising Association (NACADA): The Global Community for Academic Advising National Conference more
Fordham University: Nostalgia, Celebs, and AI - What the Super Bowl Ads Say About Our Cultural Moment
NEW YORK, Feb. 10 -- Fordham University issued the following news:
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Nostalgia, Celebs, and AI: What the Super Bowl Ads Say About Our Cultural Moment
By Alex Williamson
This year's Super Bowl commercials reflected several trends in marketing, according to Timothy Malefyt, professor of marketing at Fordham's Gabelli School of Business and program director for the school's online MS in Strategic Marketing in Communications. With 30-second spots costing a record $8 million to $10 million, b more
Gartner Research Reveals CFOs' Budget Plans Prioritize Growth Functions, Technology and AI in 2026
STAMFORD, Connecticut, Feb. 10 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Research Reveals CFOs' Budget Plans Prioritize Growth Functions, Technology and AI in 2026
Headcount Growth and Compensation Slow After Several Years of Expansion
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CFOs and finance leaders are making decisive shifts in 2026 budget priorities, prioritizing growth-driving functions, technology and artificial intelligence (AI), according more
Indian River State College to Host Free AI Symposium for Public Safety Professionals and Community Members
FORT PIERCE, Florida, Feb. 10 -- Indian River State College issued the following news release:
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Indian River State College to Host Free AI Symposium for Public Safety Professionals and Community Members
"Smart Response: An AI Symposium for Safety Professionals" Explores Artificial Intelligence's Impact on Emergency Services and Public Safety
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Indian River State College invites public safety professionals and community members to "Smart Response: An AI Symposium for Safety Professiona more
IU Anchors Decades of Academic Leadership in Washington, DC, With Permanent Hub
BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, Feb. 10 -- Indiana University issued the following news:
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IU anchors decades of academic leadership in Washington, DC, with permanent hub
Indiana University's presence in Washington, D.C., spans nearly half a century due to its academic leadership in public policy and international affairs. Now, with the advent of the new Capital Campus, IU not only anchors its history but paves the way for future scholarship and experiential learning.
Multiple schools across the u more
IU Anchors Decades of Academic Leadership in Washington, DC, With Permanent Hub
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Feb. 10 -- The Indiana University Indianapolis campus issued the following news:
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IU anchors decades of academic leadership in Washington, DC, with permanent hub
Indiana University's presence in Washington, D.C., spans nearly half a century due to its academic leadership in public policy and international affairs. Now, with the advent of the new Capital Campus, IU not only anchors its history but paves the way for future scholarship and experiential learning.
Mult more
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory: Fentanyl or Phony? Machine-learning Algorithm Learns to Pick Out Opioid Signatures
LIVERMORE, California, Feb. 10 (TNSjou) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news:
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Fentanyl or phony? Machine-learning algorithm learns to pick out opioid signatures
New forms of fentanyl are created every day. For law enforcement, that poses a challenge: how do you identify a chemical you've never seen before?
Researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) aim to answer that question with a machine-learning model th more
NJCU Announces Entrepreneur and Philanthropist Jorge Plasencia Will Receive Honorary Degree and Deliver Address at Final Commencement Ceremony
JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Feb. 10 -- New Jersey City University issued the following news:
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NJCU Announces Entrepreneur and Philanthropist Jorge Plasencia Will Receive Honorary Degree and Deliver Address at Final Commencement Ceremony
New Jersey City University (NJCU) has announced that its final commencement ceremony before the university's historic merger with Kean University will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., and will feature e more
NJIT's Center for Translational Research Quickens Technology's Pace to Market
NEWARK, New Jersey, Feb. 10 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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NJIT's Center for Translational Research Quickens Technology's Pace to Market
Written by: Tracey Regan
Richard Calbi, director of Ridgewood Water, was astonished to discover the extent of PFAS contamination in New Jersey drinking water when the state adopted pollution standards for the industrial chemicals in 2020.
"The first thing we did was determine if we were affected and found them i more
Ranking Member Meeks, Chairman Mast Lead Letter Pledging Bipartisan Support for Strengthening Export Controls on Chipmaking Tools
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 9, 2026:
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Ranking Member Meeks, Chairman Mast Lead Letter Pledging Bipartisan Support for Strengthening Export Controls on Chipmaking Tools
Today, House Foreign Affairs Committee Ranking Member Gregory W. Meeks and Chairman Brian Mast sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick on the need f more
Rochester Institute of Technology: Research Reveals Which Popular Generative AI Chatbots Lie
ROCHESTER, New York, Feb. 10 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release:
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Research reveals which popular generative AI chatbots lie
RIT-led study creates framework for stress-testing factuality hallucinations in LLMs
By Scott Bureau
Ask ChatGPT or another generative artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot whether the movie Good Will Hunting includes a scene referencing Adolf Hitler. Most likely, it will correctly state that the film does not.
However, when giv more
Stanford University: Affordable Microscope Speeds Up Malaria Diagnosis With AI
STANFORD, California, Feb. 10 -- Stanford University issued the following news:
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Affordable microscope speeds up malaria diagnosis with AI
The Octopi microscope autonomously analyzes blood samples in minutes, detecting malaria-infected cells among millions. Its creators hope it will accelerate the fight against malaria.
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* In order to make malaria diagnosis faster, more accurate, and more accessible, researchers in Prakash lab have developed a robotic device, called Octopi, tha more
TEDCO Invests in KnowledgeNet.ai
COLUMBIA, Maryland, Feb. 10 -- TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corp., issued the following news release on Feb. 9, 2026:
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TEDCO Invests in KnowledgeNet.ai
Startup creating AI-powered tools for organizing and analyzing business relationship data
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TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announced a recent $500,000 Venture Funds investment in KnowledgeNet.ai. TEDCO's evergreen Venture Funds are dedicated to funding and growing the next generation of early-s more
UI Study Reveals Why AI Models are So Easily Fooled
IOWA CITY, Iowa, Feb. 10 -- The University of Iowa College of Engineering issued the following news:
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UI study reveals why AI models are so easily fooled
University of Iowa engineering and mathematics researchers have discovered mathematical evidence explaining why even the most advanced artificial intelligence systems are still easy to trick. Their study shows that deep neural networks - those used for tasks like image recognition - are fundamentally limited when it comes to high dimen more
University of Colorado Boulder Leeds School of Business: Can a Chatbot Make You Feel Less Lonely?
BOULDER, Colorado, Feb. 10 -- The University of Colorado Boulder Leeds School of Business issued the following Q&A on Feb. 9, 2026, by Katy Marquardt Hill with Jason Thatcher, professor of information systems in the Leeds School of Business:
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Can a chatbot make you feel less lonely?
As AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Google Gemini and Microsoft Copilot get better at engaging in conversation and picking up on emotional cues, millions of Americans are interacting with them in everyday life. A Ju more
University of Lynchburg: Schewel Lecture Series Presents William Ferriter on March 12
LYNCHBURG, Virginia, Feb. 10 -- The University of Lynchburg issued the following news:
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Schewel Lecture Series presents William Ferriter on March 12
Longtime educator Bill Ferriter will give the annual Rosel Schewel Lecture in Education and Human Diversity at the University of Lynchburg on Thursday, March 12. The event begins at 7 p.m. in Hall Campus Center's Memorial Ballroom. Admission is free and the public is invited.
In his lecture, "Teaching, Learning, and Human Judgment in an Ag more
University of Virginia: Q&A - Is AI Social Media Platform the Start of a Robotic Uprising?
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Feb. 10 -- The University of Virginia issued the following Q&A on Feb. 9, 2026, by Bryan McKenzie with Mona Sloane, assistant professor in the School of Data Science:
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Q&A: Is a new AI social media platform the start of a robotic uprising?
Imagine thousands of chatbots immersed in social media created specifically for them, a site where humans may watch but are not allowed to post.
It exists. It's called Moltbook, and it's where AI agents go to discuss everyth more
William Peace University: Soft Skills at Work - Preparing Peace Students for the Professional World
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Feb. 10 -- William Peace University issued the following news:
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Soft Skills at Work: Preparing Peace Students for the Professional World
Communication, problem-solving, leadership, and time management.
These are skills that are crucial in the workplace.
Luckily for students at William Peace University, they are learning those important skills in the classroom to prepare them for job interviews and success once hired after graduation.
Students at Peace enroll i more
Baruch Computer Science Students Shined at Two Major 2025 Hackathons
NEW YORK, Feb. 9 -- Baruch College posted the following news:
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Baruch Computer Science Students Shined at Two Major 2025 Hackathons
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Left to right: Ye Moe and Zachary Stybel worked together to earn second place at two regional competitions.
Baruch's Computer Science students continue to make their mark in New York's most competitive hackathons, and last year's results send one message loud and clear: the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences is home to some extraordinary young technol more
Boiler Up, Hammer Data winners announced; voting is open for the BTAA Data Viz Championship
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Feb. 9 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Boiler Up, Hammer Data winners announced; voting is open for the BTAA Data Viz Championship
Institutional Data Analytics + Assessment (IDA+A) has announced the winners of the 2026 Boiler Up, Hammer Data Challenge, held as part of Love Data Week today through Friday (Feb. 9-13). This annual event celebrates data and its impact on research and education. One student winner and one faculty/staff winner more
British Voters Back AI-Friendly Copyright Reform to Allow Research and Training in the UK
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 [Category: Computer Technology] -- The Computer and Communications Industry Association issued the following news release:
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British Voters Back AI-Friendly Copyright Reform to Allow Research and Training in the UK
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London - New public opinion research from Freshwater Strategy, commissioned by the Computer & Communications Industry Association, finds that the UK can seize the opportunity presented by AI by reforming copyright rules with voter support. The research con more
Bryant experts weigh in on the winners and losers of Super Bowl ads for 2026
SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, Feb. 9 -- Bryant University issued the following news:
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Bryant experts weigh in on the winners and losers of Super Bowl ads for 2026
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As with the on-field contest itself, Super Bowl ads are both highly anticipated and ultimately sorted into winners and losers. Unlike the game, however, advertising assessments can be subjective, so Bryant News turned to faculty to get a nuanced take on which of the 2026 ads -which this year clocked in a $6 million per 30-second more
Carnegie Mellon Researchers Rethink Chronic Pain
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Feb. 9 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news:
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Carnegie Mellon Researchers Rethink Chronic Pain
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Nearly one in four adults in the U.S. lives with chronic pain (opens in new window).
Opioids like morphine help by reducing the brain's perception of pain, but they come with risks and side effects researchers still don't fully understand. Across neuroscience, biomedical engineering and artificial intelligence, esearchers from Carnegie Mellon Un more
CFTC Targets Relationship Investment Scams with National and International Initiatives this Valentine's Week
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued the following news release:
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CFTC Targets Relationship Investment Scams with National and International Initiatives this Valentine's Week
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WASHINGTON -As Valentine's Day approaches, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission's Office of Customer Education and Outreach is leading national and international awareness efforts to warn the public about relationship investment scams, a form of fraud that costs Americans an e more
Chairman Pfluger Hosts Secretary of the Air Force at USAFA Board of Visitors Meeting in DC
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Chairman Pfluger Hosts Secretary of the Air Force at USAFA Board of Visitors Meeting in DC
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WASHINGTON, DC -United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) Board of Visitors (BOV) Chairman August Pfluger (TX-11) convened the Board's first meeting of 2026 last week in Washington, DC, hosting Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink for an important discussion on the future of the Academy and its readiness to de more
Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview - Week of February 9, 2026
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview - Week of February 9, 2026
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Here's what to watch for from House Republican committees during the week:
Appropriations
On Tuesday, February 10, the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies will hold a hearing called "The Science of Reading."
On Wednesday, February 11, the Subcommittee on Homelan more
Constellation and CyrusOne Announce Agreement to Support New Data Center Facility at Freestone Energy Center in Texas
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Feb. 9 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Constellation, a retail supplier of power, natural gas and energy products and services for homes and businesses, posted the following news release:
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Constellation and CyrusOne Announce Agreement to Support New Data Center Facility at Freestone Energy Center in Texas
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A total of over 1100 MW under contract for CyrusOne data centers in Texas
BALTIMORE and DALLAS (February 9, 2026) - Constellation (NASDAQ: CEG) announced today that C more
Cracking the Brain's Code: Unlocking Neuron Memory to Advance AI
LOS ANGELES, California, Feb. 9 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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Cracking the Brain's Code: Unlocking Neuron Memory to Advance AI
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Today's most powerful artificial intelligence (AI) systems are still far less capable than even the brains of fruit flies, which can learn and adapt using just a fraction of the energy AI requires.
Fruit flies are what USC researchers call a "generalization machine," despite having only 1 mi more
Data Center Physical Infrastructure Market to Surpass $80 Billion by 2030, According to Dell'Oro Group
REDWOOD CITY, California, Feb. 9 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Dell'Oro Group, a provider of market information about the networking and telecommunications industries, issued the following news release:
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Data Center Physical Infrastructure Market to Surpass $80 Billion by 2030, According to Dell'Oro Group
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REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - February 10, 2026 - According to a recently published report from Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications more
EU Continues Its Misguided Antitrust Policy in the Age of AI, Says ITIF
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 [Category: Computer Technology]-- The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation posted the following news release:
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EU Continues Its Misguided Antitrust Policy in the Age of AI, Says ITIF
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WASHINGTON-Following the European Commission's decision to issue a Statement of Objections alleging that Meta violated EU competition law by limiting the access of third-party artificial intelligence (AI) assistants to its WhatsApp platform, the Information Technology and In more
How Much Does Chatbot Bias Influence Users? A Lot, It Turns Out
LA JOLLA, California, Feb. 9 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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How Much Does Chatbot Bias Influence Users? A Lot, It Turns Out
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summarize, leaving out the nuances that appear further down. LLMs also become less reliable when confronted with data outside of their training model.
To test how the LLMs' biases influenced user decisions, researchers chose examples with extreme framing changes (e.g., negative to positive) and recruited 70 people t more
HTTP Recognizes Public Knowledge Senior Policy Counsel Nicholas P. Garcia as 2026 Tech Innovadores Awardee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 [Category: Media] -- Public Knowledge issued the following news release:
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HTTP Recognizes Public Knowledge Senior Policy Counsel Nicholas P. Garcia as 2026 Tech Innovadores Awardee
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Today, Hispanic Tech & Telecommunications Partnerships recognized Public Knowledge Senior Policy Counsel Nicholas P. Garcia as one of HTTP's 2026 Tech Innovadores for his work advancing digital equity. HTTP's Tech Innovadores award celebrates the extraordinary work of leaders who represen more
KBR Awarded $103 Million in Strategic Contracts Supporting the Department of the Air Force
HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 9 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release:
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KBR Awarded $103 Million in Strategic Contracts Supporting the Department of the Air Force
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HOUSTON, February 9, 2026 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today it has been awarded two firm-fixed-price task orders totaling $103 million under the United States Space Force (USSF) - Decision Support for Headquarters (HQ) USSF Analysis co more
Keenum lauds MSU's far-reaching economic, research, service impacts during spring general faculty meeting
STARKVILLE, Mississippi, Feb. 9 -- Mississippi State University posted the following news:
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Keenum lauds MSU's far-reaching economic, research, service impacts during spring general faculty meeting
Mississippi State University President Mark E. Keenum and other senior administrators praised the impact faculty are making statewide and beyond through their teaching, research and service during the spring general faculty meeting Friday [Feb. 6].
In addition to educating nearly 24,000 stud more
KU to host Sovereign Futures Series on AI, data and tribal sovereignty
LAWRENCE, Kansas, Feb. 9 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news:
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KU to host Sovereign Futures Series on AI, data and tribal sovereignty
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LAWRENCE -The Office of Sovereign Partnerships & Indigenous Initiatives at the University of Kansas will host the Sovereign Futures Series: AI and Data Sovereignty Across the Southern Plains on March 3-4, bringing together tribal leaders, community practitioners, scholars, educators and technologists to examine the impacts of artificia more
Lay's, Michelob Ultra score top Super Bowl ads of 2026, according to MSU faculty and students
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 9 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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Lay's, Michelob Ultra score top Super Bowl ads of 2026, according to MSU faculty and students
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The Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 29-13 to win Super Bowl LX. But for a group of Michigan State University faculty members and students, the main draw wasn't the football -it was the ads.
For the 29th year, faculty in the MSU College of Communication Arts and Sciences ranked the ads more
National Jewish Health Welcomes Radiologist Brian M. Smiley, MD
DENVER, Colorado, Feb. 9 [Category: Health Care] -- National Jewish Health, a respiratory hospital, issued the following news release:
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National Jewish Health Welcomes Radiologist Brian M. Smiley, MD
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DENVER - National Jewish Health is pleased to welcome Brian M. Smiley, MD, a nationally trained cardiothoracic radiologist with deep expertise in interstitial lung disease, lung cancer screening and cardiovascular imaging. Dr. Smiley brings a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to a more
NYU Langone Perlmutter Cancer Center Names Leading Clinician-Researcher as New Chair of Radiation Oncology
NEW YORK, Feb. 9 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release:
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NYU Langone Perlmutter Cancer Center Names Leading Clinician-Researcher as New Chair of Radiation Oncology
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D aniel R. Gomez, MD, MBA, has been named chair of the Department of Radiation Oncology (link is external) at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. Dr. Gomez joins NYU Langone from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, wh more
OU-Industry Collaboration Harnesses AI to Accelerate Antibody Drug Production
NORMAN, Oklahoma, Feb. 9 -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news:
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OU-Industry Collaboration Harnesses AI to Accelerate Antibody Drug Production
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NORMAN, Okla. - As instigators of immunity, monoclonal antibodies are marvels of modern medicine, lab-made proteins that can treat cancers, autoimmune diseases, and many other conditions. With the market for these therapies forecast to double by 2030, it might seem that the only thing they can't do is grow fast enough.
New r more
Ramamurthy pursuing advanced speed, intelligence, efficiency of data networks
LINCOLN, Nebraska, Feb. 9 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news:
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Ramamurthy pursuing advanced speed, intelligence, efficiency of data networks
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A Husker computer scientist is leading three projects aimed at advancing the speed, intelligence and efficiency of data networks -research that sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence and next-generation connectivity.
The three projects, funded by agencies including the National Science Foundation and the U.S. D more
Salesforce Named a Leader in IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Application and Platform Marketplaces
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Feb. 9 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release:
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Salesforce Named a Leader in IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Application and Platform Marketplaces
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Enterprise technology marketplaces are rapidly transforming from simple catalogs into operational centers for AI and automation. Yet many organizations are struggling with fragmented marketplace discovery, complex integrat more
Scripps agrees to sell Court TV to Law&Crime Network
CINCINNATI, Ohio, Feb. 9 [Category: BizMedia] -- The E.W. Scripps, a broadcasting company, posted the following news release:
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Scripps agrees to sell Court TV to Law&Crime Network
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has reached an agreement to sell its Court TV network to Law&Crime - the multiplatform true crime and legal content studio created and led by ABC News Chief Legal Analyst Dan Abrams and now owned by media creator holding company Jellysmack.
Scripps relaunched Court TV in more
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee issued a report (S.Rpt. 119-58) on the Romance Scam Prevention Act (S. 841). The report was advanced by Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, on Sept. 2, 2025.
Here are excerpts:
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PURPOSE OF THE BILL
The purpose of S. 841 is to require online dating service providers to provide fraud ban notifications to online dating service customers, and for other purposes.
BACKGROUND AND NEEDS
In 2024, over 59,000 consumers lost nea more
Seton Hall Hosts Two-Day AI Ethics Seminar
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, Feb. 9 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news:
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Seton Hall Hosts Two-Day AI Ethics Seminar
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Seton Hall University hosted a two-day seminar, "Ethics and Values in the Era of AI," on January 30-31, 2026, convening students, educators, professionals and community partners for sustained dialogue on the ethical, social and economic implications of artificial intelligence.
Presented by the International Academy of Catholic Leaders and Seton Hall Univer more
Seton Hall University Establishes AI Advisory Council (AIAC)
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, Feb. 9 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news:
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Seton Hall University Establishes AI Advisory Council (AIAC)
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Seton Hall University has established the Artificial Intelligence Advisory Council (AIAC) to provide strategic guidance on the responsible use of artificial intelligence across academic, research and administrative functions. Charged by the Provost and the Chief Information Officer, the council will help ensure that AI initiatives advance t more
Study: Platforms that rank the latest LLMs can be unreliable
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Feb. 9 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Study: Platforms that rank the latest LLMs can be unreliable
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A firm that wants to use a large language model (LLM) to summarize sales reports or triage customer inquiries can choose between hundreds of unique LLMs with dozens of model variations, each with slightly different performance.
To narrow down the choice, companies often rely on LLM ranking platforms, which gather user more
Teaching X-rays to Speak: How AI Could Predict Fractures Before They Happen
MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 9 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news:
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Teaching X-rays to Speak: How AI Could Predict Fractures Before They Happen
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* Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers are using AI and machine learning to spot hidden bone weakness in X-rays before breaks occur.
* Early detection helps prevent emergency surgery and keeps cancer treatment on track.
* Backed by University of Miami's Frost Institute for Data more
University of Nebraska launches AI Institute to lead in ethical innovation, research and workforce development
LINCOLN, Nebraska, Feb. 9 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news:
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University of Nebraska launches AI Institute to lead in ethical innovation, research and workforce development
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The University of Nebraska has launched the Artificial Intelligence Institute. The institute is a systemwide initiative that positions Nebraska as a national leader in shaping the future of responsible, human-centered artificial intelligence.
The institute reflects the University of Nebraska more
USD Student's Company Partners With Pharmacy to Bring AI Into Daily Health Care
VERMILLION, South Dakota, Feb. 9 -- The University of South Dakota issued the following news:
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USD Student's Company Partners with Pharmacy to Bring AI Into Daily Health Care
A University of South Dakota student is now running a live artificial intelligence system inside one of the oldest pharmacies in the state.
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Shivansh Rastogi, who is in his third year at USD and studying finance, applies the business lens he is learning beyond the classroom by observing how local businesses opera more
UTEP Press Announces Texas Western and Discovery Book Award Winners
EL PASO, Texas, Feb. 9 -- The University of Texas El Paso campus issued the following news release:
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UTEP Press Announces Texas Western and Discovery Book Award Winners
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EL PASO, Texas (Feb. 2, 2026) - UTEP Press at The University of Texas at El Paso announced today the winners of its first round of book awards since relaunching the press in fall 2025. UTEP Press, which publishes a wide variety of popular and academic books, announced winners in two categories for its inaugural 2026 aw more
Virginia Tech: Curious Conversations' Podcast - Landon Marston Talks About Data Centers and Water
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Feb. 9 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Curious Conversations' podcast: Landon Marston talks about data centers and water
By Travis Williams
Landon Marston joined Virginia Tech's "Curious Conversations" to talk about the relationship between data centers and water usage. Marston explained the amount of water used by data centers, what they're doing with it, and the reality of the national and local impacts. He also shared aspects localities might consi more
Virginia Tech: Research Cooks Up Stronger, More Resilient Engineering Materials
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Feb. 9 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following Q&A on Feb. 9, 2026, by Jama Green with Maitreyee Sharma Priyadarshini, assistant professor in the Kevin T. Crofton Department of Aerospace and Ocean Engineering:
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Research cooks up stronger, more resilient engineering materials
Artificial intelligence-based models are helping researchers speed up materials discovery for applications in aerospace.
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If you're baking a pie, it's best to follow a tried and true r more
What is Cluely AI and How to Block It
POCATELLO, Idaho, Feb. 9 -- Idaho State University posted the following news:
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What is Cluely AI and How to Block It
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Have you heard of Cluely, the new AI assistant that makes it really easy to cheat and really difficult to detect? Cluely AI is an application that sits on screen as a transparent overlay that feeds users real-time responses based on what it sees on screen and hears through audio. It can be used during exams, interviews, presentations and any other tasks you can think of more
Yamil Colon selected to join New Voices program of National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, Feb. 9 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news:
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Yamil Colon selected to join New Voices program of National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine
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Yamil Colon, associate professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering, has been selected for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine 's New Voices program, an initiative that brings emerging leaders into NASEM's advisory work. Selected through a merit-based, open comp more
The Leader's Floor Lookout: Week of February 9, 2026
WASHINGTON, Feb. 8 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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The Leader's Floor Lookout: Week of February 9, 2026
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Here's what to watch for on the House Floor this week:
Defending the Integrity of American Elections
The right to vote is a foundational principle of the United States of America, and its integrity must be protected. Federal law states that it is illegal for foreign nationals and noncitizens to vote in U.S. federal electi more
SAG-AFTRA National Board Approves TV/Theatrical/Streaming Negotiations Package
LOS ANGELES, California, Feb. 7 -- The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) issued the following news release:
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SAG-AFTRA National Board Approves TV/Theatrical/Streaming Negotiations Package
The SAG-AFTRA National Board unanimously approved a TV/Theatrical/Streaming negotiations package during its scheduled one-day video plenary today. Bargaining with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers for successor agreements to the TV/ more
Van Hollen, Alsobrooks Announce Over $50 Million for Maryland Public Safety, Bay Preservation, and Research Projects in Key Government Funding Bill
WASHINGTON, Feb. 6 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
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Van Hollen, Alsobrooks Announce Over $50 Million for Maryland Public Safety, Bay Preservation, and Research Projects in Key Government Funding Bill
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Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (CJS), and Senator Angela Alsobrooks (both D-Md) announced $53,743,000 more
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Introducing the Dow Jones Risk Journal Podcast
NEW YORK, Feb. 7 [Category: BizMedia] -- Dow Jones, a provider of news and business information, posted the following news release on Feb. 6, 2026:
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Introducing the Dow Jones Risk Journal Podcast
New Audio Series Delivers In-Depth Analysis and Expert Insights on Global Risk Trends
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Dow Jones today announced the official launch of the Risk Journal Podcast, a weekly series providing timely, actionable perspectives on risk, regulation and emerging global threats. Hosted by journalists Ja more
Learning About Arctic Law Where It's Made: Maine Law Students at the Arctic Circle Assembly
PORTLAND, Maine, Feb. 7 -- The University of Maine School of Law issued the following news:
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Learning about Arctic Law where it's made: Maine Law Students at the Arctic Circle Assembly
Students from Maine Law recently joined policymakers, diplomats, scientists, Indigenous leaders, and scholars from around the world at the Arctic Circle Assembly, one of the most influential international forums dedicated to the future of the Arctic. The experience offered Maine Law students a rare, immers more
ICYMI: Sen. Sullivan Talks Arctic Security, Russia-China Incursions & Historic Coast Guard Build-Up with Fox News
WASHINGTON, Feb. 6 -- Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Sen. Sullivan Talks Arctic Security, Russia-China Incursions & Historic Coast Guard Build-Up with Fox News
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WASHINGTON -In a recent article on FoxNews.com, U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), discussed the rapidly changing strategic landscape in Alaska's Arctic as increasing activity from Russia and China demonstrate the growing need fo more
Peterson Institute for International Economics: Is the US Posing a Hidden Risk in the West's Critical Minerals Strategy?
WASHINGTON, Feb. 6 -- The Peterson Institute for International Economics issued the following commentary on Feb. 5, 2026, by senior research staffer Cullen S. Hendrix:
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Is the US posing a hidden risk in the West's critical minerals strategy?
The Trump administration's recent official guidance on supply chain vulnerabilities related to critical minerals reached a striking conclusion. US policymakers are acknowledging that the United States cannot achieve mineral security alone, in terms o more
U.S. European Command Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11130) on Feb. 5, 2026, by defense policy analysts Hannah D. Dennis and Anya L. Fink.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: U.S. European Command (EUCOM)
U.S. European Command (USEUCOM, commonly referred to as EUCOM) is one of 11 combatant commands (CCMDs) within the Department of Defense (DOD, which is "using a secondary Department of War designation," under Executive Order more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
Air Line Pilots Association Calls for Enhanced Data Collection on Airport Firefighting Capabilities
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Air Line Pilots Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding the agency's survey designed to evaluate Airport Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) staffing levels at Part 139 airports. The organization has expressed appreciation for the FAA's outreach to industry stakeholders while emphasizing the importance of comprehensive data collection related to airport firefighting resources and capabilities.
In the letter, A more
Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association Raises Concerns Over Proposed Changes to FAA Designee Management Policy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding proposed changes to the Designee Management Policy outlined in FAA Order 8000.95D. The association, which represents around 300,000 members in the aviation community, has expressed specific concerns about the implications of these policy changes for Designee Pilot Examiners (DPEs).
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed more
Ala. Gov. Council on Disabilities & Special Education Warns Education Proposal Could Worsen Healthcare Workforce Shortages
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Governor's Council on Disabilities and Special Education, Anchorage, Alaska, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education's Reimagining and Improving Student Education (RISE) Committee, expressing concerns over the proposed regulatory changes concerning the definition of "professional degree." The council notes that significant portions of Alaska's workforce, particularly in healthcare, are likely to be adversely affected if certain degree p more
Alameda-Contra Costa Medical Association Opposes Proposed CMS Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Alameda-Contra Costa Medical Association, Lafayette, California, representing over 5,500 physicians, has expressed strong opposition to a proposed rule by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The association argues that the rule could potentially harm transgender youth and disrupt physicians' ability to provide necessary medical care.
In their public comment letter, ACCMA emphasized the importance of allowing clinical judgment, scientific evidence, and the p more
Alaska Coalition Urges BOEM To Halt Plan Opening Nearly One Billion Acres Of Federal Waters To Offshore Drilling
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- A coalition of organizations and individuals from Alaska expressed deep concern and strong opposition in a recent public comment letter directed at the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) regarding its proposal to open nearly one billion acres of federal waters off Alaska's coast to fossil fuel extraction. The controversial plan, part of the 11th national offshore drilling program, would permit leasing in nearly all Alaska planning areas, sparking fears of environmenta more
Alaska Native Tribes Urge BOEM To Exclude Cook Inlet From Offshore Oil And Gas Leasing Program
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- A coalition of federally recognized Alaska Native Tribes, including the Sugpiaq, Ahtna, and Dena'ina Tribes, has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) opposing the inclusion of Cook Inlet in the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program. This initiative has raised considerable concerns among the Tribes that rely on Cook Inlet's marine ecosystems for their traditional subsistence lifestyles.
The Tribes emph more
Alstate Process Service Warns Proposed Rule Change Could Undermine Federal Subpoena Service And Small Businesses
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Alstate Process Service Inc., a process serving agency with decades of experience, has submitted a public comment letter to the Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedures at the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts. The letter raises serious concerns over proposed amendments to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 45, which could fundamentally alter the process for subpoena delivery.
In the letter dated January 31, 2026, the agency highlights the potential economic reper more
American Medical Association Challenges Proposed Changes Affecting J-1 Physicians in Public Comment Letter
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The American Medical Association (AMA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security expressing strong concerns regarding DHS Docket No. ICEB-2025-0001. The proposed rule aims to eliminate the current "duration of status" for foreign national physicians holding J-1 visas, substituting it with a fixed time period for admission, potentially disrupting the training of thousands of medical residents.
The letter highlights that approximately more
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International Calls on Education Department to Classify MBA and MAcc as Professional Degrees
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education advocating for the inclusion of Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Accountancy (MAcc) degrees within the federal definition of professional degrees. This request comes in response to proposed regulations from the RISE Committee that could potentially jeopardize the stability of the nation's business talent pipeline more
Attorneys General Request Extension for Public Comments on Hazardous Materials Guidelines
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Offices of the Attorneys General from Rhode Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, New York, and Nevada have submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). The letter requests an extension of the deadlines for public comments related to Exxon Mobil Corporation's application concerning common law tort claims related to gasoline transportation, which was notified in the Federal Register on January 9, 202 more
Autism Alliance of Michigan Supports Continued Federal Data Collection Under IDEA Part B
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Autism Alliance of Michigan has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education supporting the continuation of data collection under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part B. The organization highlights the vital role these data collection requirements play in ensuring accountability and effective oversight of special education systems.
In the letter, the Autism Alliance of Michigan, a statewide nonprofit dedicated to advancin more
Cal State Urges Reconsideration of Changes to International Student Admission Rules
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- California State University, Stanislaus has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regarding a proposed rule that would establish fixed periods of admission for nonimmigrant academic students and streamline the extension of stay procedures. The proposal, intended to enhance program integrity and national security, has been met with concerns from the university, which argues that it may inadvertently undermine the structure currently in more
Calif. Congressmen Coalition Propose Against Offshore Drilling in California
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- A coalition of California Congressmen has submitted a public comment letter to the Department of the Interior expressing strong opposition to the Draft Proposed Program for the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program. The letter calls for the exclusion of the Northern, Central, and Southern California OCS Planning Areas from any oil and gas leasing activities.
The coalition emphasizes a united stance with Californians who oppose proposals that wou more
Calif. State Assemblywoman Davies Opposes Offshore Oil And Gas Drilling In Federal Waters
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- California State Assemblywoman Laurie Davies has issued a public comment expressing unwavering opposition to any offshore oil and gas drilling along the California coast. The letter specifically targets the Draft Proposed Program (DPP) for the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Oil and Gas Leasing Program, raising alarms about the potential inclusion of the Northern, Central, and Southern California OCS Planning Areas in this initiative.
Davies, representing the 7 more
California Mayor Raises Community Concerns Over FAA Review Of Commercial Drone Delivery Program
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Hawthorne, California, Mayor Alex Monteiro has issued a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding its Programmatic Environmental Assessment (PEA) for Part 135 commercial drone delivery operations. This assessment focuses on establishing a comprehensive federal framework for drone delivery, with critical factors such as aircraft noise and operational impacts under scrutiny.
In its comments, the City of Hawthorne acknowledges that the FAA's more
Calyxo Urges CMS To Clarify Use Of HCPCS Code C9761 For Ureteroscopic Procedures
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Calyxo Inc., Pleasanton, California has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services urging swift clarification and necessary action regarding the use of HCPCS Code C9761. The company expresses appreciation for the agency's ongoing efforts to ensure beneficiary access to effective procedures while safeguarding the integrity of the healthcare program.
The company highlights concerns over the application of HCPCS Code C9761, which relates more
Cerus Corp. Advocates for Strengthening National Blood Collection Survey
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Cerus Corp. has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention emphasizing the critical role of the National Blood Collection and Utilization Survey (NBCUS) in supporting the U.S. blood supply system. The company, which specializes in pathogen reduction technologies, asserts that continued data collection through the NBCUS is vital for ensuring the safety and availability of blood components.
In the letter, Cerus outlined that the NBCUS more
Charles River Laboratories Advocates for Enhanced Guidance on Monoclonal Antibodies
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Charles River Laboratories Inc., has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration addressing the recently released draft guidance on Monoclonal Antibodies: Streamlined Nonclinical Safety Studies. The organization expressed appreciation for the FDA's intent to modernize nonclinical development processes, which aims to minimize animal use in research while adhering to sound scientific principles.
In its letter, Charles River Laboratories emphasized t more
Citizens Rulemaking Alliance Urges EPA To Reconsider Approval of New Hampshire Title V Permit Revisions
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Citizens Rulemaking Alliance has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency urging the agency to reconsider its recent approval of revisions to New Hampshire's Title V operating permit program. The letter highlights concerns over procedural deficiencies and the potential implications for small entities regulated under the program due to changes in key definitions, such as "major source" and "insignificant activity."
The organization asser more
Civil Rights Coalition Urges HUD To Extend Comment Period On Fair Housing Disparate Impact Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, alongside a coalition of advocacy organizations, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) urging an extension of the comment period for a proposed rule affecting the Fair Housing Act's disparate impact standard. The organizations are calling for a minimum additional 30 days beyond the current deadline of February 13, 2026.
The coalition asserts that the proposed rul more
Clark-Esposito Law Firm Urges FDA To Ease PMTA Burdens For Small E-Cigarette Manufacturers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Clark-Esposito Law Firm has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the Premarket Tobacco Product Application (PMTA) process for electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). The letter was prompted by concerns over the challenges faced by manufacturers, particularly small and mid-sized companies, under the current regulatory framework.
In its correspondence, the law firm highlights the inherent difficulties manufacturers en more
Coalition of House Members Oppose Defense Rule Limiting Gender Marker Changes In Military ID System
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- A coalition of House members has expressed strong opposition to the Interim Final Rule (IFR) regarding identification cards for members of the uniformed services and their dependents. The letter pertains to proposed amendments that would remove the ability for retirees, dependents, and contractor employees to change their gender marker in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS).
The lawmakers argue that eliminating this process poses significant risks f more
Colorado Agencies Urge Federal Agency to Maintain Fuel Economy Standards
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- A coalition of Colorado state agencies has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency expressing strong opposition to proposed rollbacks of federal Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards. The agencies emphasized that weakening these standards, alongside multi-pollutant emissions regulations, directly threatens the state's environmental goals and economic stability. Colorado's commitment to improving air quality and reducing consum more
Conservation Biology Institute, Scientists Warn USDA Forest Service Against Streamlined Review Of Post-Fire Salvage Logging Plan
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Conservation Biology Institute, along with other scientists, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service expressing serious concerns regarding the agency's proposal for a nationwide environmental assessment for post-fire salvage logging. The letter advocates for comprehensive reviews rather than the proposed streamlined process, emphasizing the significant environmental risks associated with widespread salvage logging pract more
Conservative Political Action Coalition Foundation Backs Defense Department Rule On Military Identification Cards
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Conservative Political Action Coalition Foundation Center for Regulatory Freedom has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of War in response to the agency's Notice of Interim Final Rule concerning identification cards for members of the uniformed services and their dependents. This letter emphasizes the organization's strong support for the proposed interim final rule, asserting that it would enhance military readiness and administrative discipline.
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Council of Recognized Accrediting Commissions Calls for Revisions to Accreditation Handbook to Streamline Processes
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Council of Recognized Accrediting Commissions (C-RAC) has issued comments to the U.S. Department of Education addressing needed updates to the Accreditation Handbook. This public comment letter, submitted in response to an invitation for input, highlights the organization's role, representing seven federally recognized accrediting bodies responsible for evaluating nearly 3,000 postsecondary institutions across the country.
C-RAC emphasizes that while the current Handbo more
Council on Occupational Education Urges Education Department To Revise Accreditation Handbook Requirements
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Council on Occupational Education has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education addressing important issues regarding the proposed updates to the Accreditation Handbook. The organization, an accreditor recognized by the Secretary of Education, represents over 500 institutional members across 43 states, focusing primarily on career and technical education institutions.
In the letter, the council outlines various "pain points" and recommendati more
CPAC Foundation Urges CMS to Address Supply and Quality Issues
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Conservative Political Action Coalition Foundation Center for Regulatory Freedom submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services emphasized the need for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to align health care policies with economic realities. The CRF outlined significant concerns regarding physician supply, quality measurement, and hospital price transparency as integral components of the health care system.
The CRF more
Cure Coalition Raises Concerns Over FDA Guidance on Monoclonal Antibody Safety Studies
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Cure Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) addressing concerns regarding the agency's draft guidance titled "Monoclonal Antibodies: Streamlined Nonclinical Safety Studies." Representing patients, families, and health advocates, the Coalition emphasizes the need for rigorous and ethical medical research standards.
The organization endorses the FDA's objective to streamline nonclinical safety assessments for monoclonal more
DoorDash Urges FAA to Streamline Environmental Review for Drone Deliveries
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- DoorDash Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration emphasizing the need for a streamlined environmental review process as the agency evaluates its Draft Programmatic Environmental Assessment (PEA) for drone package delivery operations in the United States.
Founded in 2013, DoorDash operates as a technology platform that supports local businesses and connects them with customers. Through its innovative delivery methods, which now inc more
Drexel University Advocates for Inclusion in Federal Loan Regulations
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions Nurse Anesthesia Program has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging the agency to recognize nurse anesthesia degrees as professional degrees in its proposed rule titled "Reimagining and Improving Student Education." The letter emphasizes the essential role that Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) play in healthcare access, particularly for underserved population more
Energy & Wildlife Action Coalition Advocates for Streamlined Eagle Permit Process
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Energy and Wildlife Action Coalition (EWAC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) addressing the agency's recent notice on information collection related to eagle take permits and associated fees. This letter highlights EWAC's support for an efficient permitting process under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (BGEPA), emphasizing the importance of reducing administrative burdens on the energy sector.
In its comments, more
Experimental Aircraft Association Raises Concerns Over FAA Policy Changes
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Experimental Aircraft Association, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding the proposed Draft FAA Order 8000.95D, Change 1. This order addresses the management policy for individual designees, specifically the designated pilot examiners (DPEs).
In its correspondence, EAA commended the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its transparent and collaborative approach in soliciting public feedback on more
Fair Housing Center of West Michigan Advocates for Disparate Impact Standards
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Fair Housing Center of West Michigan (FHCWM) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) opposing proposed changes to the regulatory framework governing fair housing practices. The organization vehemently defends the current disparate impact standard, arguing that its removal would weaken protections against discrimination in housing.
In the letter, FHCWM expresses concerns that HUD's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking sug more
Flagstar Bank Supports OCC's Proposed Preemption Rules on Escrow Laws
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Flagstar Bank, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) regarding its proposed preemption determinations related to state interest-on-escrow laws and real estate lending escrow accounts. In the letter dated January 29, 2026, Flagstar expressed strong support for the OCC's initiative, emphasizing its significance for the banking industry.
The proposed preemption rules aim to clarify how state laws on escrow accou more
Food & Water Watch Calls for Action on Salmonella in Poultry Products
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Food & Water Watch, a nonprofit advocacy organization, has submitted a public comment letter to the Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) urging the agency to reinstate and strengthen its proposed 2023 Salmonella Framework for Raw Poultry Products. The organization emphasizes the urgent need for updated regulations to address the ongoing public health threat posed by Salmonella in poultry.
In its letter, FWW outlines the significant risks associated with Salmonella, which more
Forest Ecology Experts Urge U.S. Forest Service To Shift Post-Fire Management Toward Resilience-Based Practices
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- A coalition of researchers and experts in forest ecology has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service urging the agency to adopt a resilient-based approach for post-fire management in response to the rising wildfire crisis across the nation. With over a century of collective experience in forest management, the group emphasizes the need for the agency to reassess its strategies concerning post-fire landscapes and the ecological more
Genentech Submits Public Comment Letter to FDA on Monoclonal Antibodies Guidance
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Genentech Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) addressing the draft guidance titled "Monoclonal Antibodies: Streamlined Nonclinical Safety Studies." The biotechnology firm expressed gratitude to the agency for engaging stakeholders and welcomed the opportunity to contribute to discussions about regulatory policies affecting nonclinical safety studies.
In their letter, Genentech commended the FDA for creating a well-struc more
Hole in One Process Warns Proposed Federal Rule Change Could Undermine Subpoena Enforcement And Due Process
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Hole in One Process has submitted a public comment letter to the Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure at the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts expressing concerns over proposed amendments to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 45. The organization highlights potential economic repercussions for the process-serving industry and warns of systemic risks to due process and the enforcement of subpoenas.
According to the organization, the proposed amendments would end more
Humana Seeks Clarification From CMS on EOC Due Dates for Medicare Plans
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Humana Inc., a health care company headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the agency's recent information collection notice titled "Annual Notice of Change and Evidence of Coverage for Applicable Integrated Plans in States that Require Integrated Materials." The letter, dated January 13, addresses important aspects of the proposed revisions to the Integrated Dual Special Ne more
Hyundai Motor North America Submits Comments to NHTSA on SAFE III Proposal
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Hyundai Motor North America has submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding the proposed rulemaking titled "The Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient Vehicles Rule III for Model Years 2022-2031 Passenger Cars and Light Trucks." The comment letter expresses Hyundai's perspectives and requests concerning the regulatory changes that would affect the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards.
In their letter, Hyundai emphas more
Interlochen Center for the Arts Voices Concerns Over Proposed Changes to International Student Visa Policy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Interlochen Center for the Arts has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regarding proposed rules that would eliminate the Duration of Status (D/S) for international students. The proposed changes could have adverse effects on students enrolled in U.S. high schools, particularly those attending boarding institutions like Interlochen.
The center, which serves a significant number of F-1 visa students through its arts programs, argues more
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Backs CDC Extension Of Maternal Health Data Collection Program
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention expressing strong support for the extension of data collection for the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS). The request aims to extend Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for the program, which is vital for tracking maternal and child health trends across the nation.
In the letter, a representative from Johns more
Law Office of Jennifer HW Tsai Urges DHS to Limit R-1 One-Year Abroad Waiver to Vetted Religious Workers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Law Office of Jennifer HW Tsai has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regarding the interim final rule that addresses the waiver of the one-year abroad requirement for R-1 nonimmigrant religious workers who have reached their maximum period of authorized stay. The organization expresses concern over the application of this waiver, advocating for limitations to ensure program integrity.
In the letter, the law office acknowledge more
LGB Courage Coalition Supports Proposed Rules on Pediatric Gender Medical Interventions
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The LGB Courage Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services supporting proposed rules that would restrict federal funding and institutional participation in pediatric gender medical interventions. As a nonprofit organization committed to the civil rights, health, and well-being of lesbian, gay, and bisexual individuals, the Coalition emphasizes the need for protective measures around these medical practices for minors. more
Mako Strategies Urges BOEM To Block Offshore Oil And Gas Leasing Along Central Coast
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Mako Strategies LLC, Monterey, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) expressing strong opposition to proposed oil and gas leasing off California's Central Coast as part of the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Program. The organization argues that expanding offshore drilling is unnecessary for meeting the nation's energy needs and poses significant threats to environmental integrity and local economies.
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Maritime Groups Back Coast Guard Proposal To Modify Longview Anchorage For Safer Navigation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Columbia River Pilots and the Columbia River Steamship Operators' Association submitted a public comment letter in support of the U.S. Coast Guard's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) regarding the modification of the Longview Anchorage. This collaborative statement emphasizes the importance of navigational safety and efficiency along the Columbia River, a key route for commercial maritime traffic.
The Columbia River Pilots, representing over 45 licensed mariners, pl more
MSG Legal Opposes Proposed Federal Rule Change Allowing Non-Personal Subpoena Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- MSG Legal, Lufkin, Texas, has voiced strong opposition to proposed amendments of Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 45 concerning subpoena service. In a public comment letter addressed to the Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure, MSG Legal expressed concerns about the amendments that would allow non-personal methods of service, such as mail and commercial carriers, to be considered equivalent to traditional personal service.
The organization argues that these changes more
National Association of Standalone Graduate Schools Urges Education Department To Modernize Accreditation Handbook And Cut Compliance Burdens
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The National Association of Standalone Graduate Schools (NASGS) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education addressing the agency's request for information on revisions to the Accreditation Handbook. In their correspondence, NASGS emphasized the importance of recognizing the unique characteristics of standalone law schools and proposed key principles aimed at enhancing accreditation standards while reducing compliance burdens.
Formed in 2021, more
National Nurse Practitioner Entrepreneur Network Urges Education Department to Recognize Nursing as a Degreed Profession
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The National Nurse Practitioner Entrepreneur Network has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education expressing strong dissatisfaction over the agency's failure to recognize nursing as a degreed profession. The organization highlighted that this oversight misrepresents the educational rigor, professional expertise, and integral role that nurses play within the U.S. healthcare system.
The letter detailed that registered nurses (RNs) and advanced pract more
NetRise Calls on CISA to Strengthen Standards With Binary Validation and Greater Transparency
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- NetRise has submitted a public comment letter to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) urging significant enhancements to the 2025 Minimum Elements for a Software Bill of Materials (SBOM). The letter emphasizes that existing SBOMs, particularly those derived solely from source code, often fail to provide a complete picture of security vulnerabilities, as they do not account for critical components that are present in the compiled code.
In its Oct. 2, more
New Mexico Health Dept. Urges Federal Extension Of Maternal And Infant Health Data Program
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Jean Elizabeth Braun, epidemiologist for New Mexico Department of Health is advocating for an extension of the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) in a public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The agency oversees the PRAMS program, which collects vital data regarding maternal and infant health across the nation.
In her letter, an epidemiologist at NMDOH emphasized the indispensable role of PRAMS in providing insig more
Northwest Florida Sentinel Landscape Urges Continued Protection of Eastern Gulf Test and Training Range
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Northwest Florida Sentinel Landscape (NWFSL) has advocated for the continued safeguarding of the Eastern Gulf Test & Training Range (EGTTR) in a public comment letter sent to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management. The organization voiced concerns over the potential implications of the agency's 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Draft Proposed Gulf of America Program Area B, asserting that it could undermine vital military operations in the region. more
Nubar LLC Flags Safety Modeling Flaws In Human Event Analysis Guidance
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Nubar LLC, Lake Panasoffkee, Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission highlighting critical issues regarding the Integrated Human Event Analysis System Dependency Analysis Guidance (IDHEAS-DEP). The letter emphasizes significant concerns over the assumptions and methodologies outlined in the agency's recent guidance, particularly regarding reactor coolant system (RCS) pressure dynamics and its impact on emergency response flow more
Nuclear Energy Institute Calls for Enhancements to Human Event Analysis Guidance
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Nuclear Energy Institute has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) addressing the agency's Research Information Letter report titled "Integrated Human Event Analysis System Dependency Analysis Guidance (IDHEAS-DEP)." In their letter, NEI identifies key recommendations aimed at improving the guidance, which is crucial for human reliability analysis in the nuclear energy sector.
NEI expresses appreciation for the opportunity to more
NuScale Power Submits Comments on NRC's Human Event Analysis Guidance
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- NuScale Power LLC has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regarding the agency's Research Information Letter Report titled "Integrated Human Event Analysis System Dependency Analysis Guidance" (IDHEAS-DEP). This submission comes in response to a notice issued by the NRC on November 25, 2025, urging stakeholders to provide input on the proposed guidance.
NuScale Power's correspondence addresses several aspects of the IDHEAS-DEP more
Participate Learning Warns DHS Rule Could Disrupt J-1 Teacher Programs And Dual Language Education
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Participate Learning has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security expressing concerns about a proposed rule regarding admission periods and extension procedures for nonimmigrant educators. The rule, which aims to increase oversight and strengthen national security, threatens to disrupt established dual language programs vital to thousands of students in North Carolina.
With over three decades of experience in managing educational progra more
Sierra Club Raises Concerns Over Oceano Dunes Habitat Conservation Plan
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Sierra Club Santa Lucia Chapter has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service voicing significant concerns regarding the Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area's (ODSVRA) recent recirculated Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR), Draft Environmental Assessment (DEA), and updated Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP). Representing over 4,000 members in San Luis Obispo County, the Sierra Club urges that the current plans fail to meet the r more
Sikh Coalition Urges U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to Strengthen Protections for Religious Workers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Sikh Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) concerning the Interim Final Rule published on Jan. 16, 2026. The organization, which advocates for the civil rights and religious freedom of Sikhs in the United States, emphasizes the importance of providing stability for religious workers who are vital to sustaining Sikh communities.
In its letter, the Sikh Coalition recognizes the Administration's efforts in more
Society of Aviation & Flight Educators Expresses Concerns Over FAA Proposed Changes
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Society of Aviation and Flight Educators Inc. (SAFE) has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding the proposed changes in FAA Draft Order 8000.95D Change 1, particularly related to Designated Pilot Examiners. The organization's review, dated January 23, 2026, raises critical questions about the necessity and implications of certain adjustments outlined in the proposal.
In its correspondence, SAFE highlights a lack of data more
University of Evansville Urges Education Department to Recognize Nurse Anesthesia Degrees as Professional Degrees
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The University of Evansville Nurse Anesthesia Program, Indiana, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging it to classify nurse anesthesia degrees as professional degrees in a proposed rule regarding student education. The program's leadership emphasizes the importance of including Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP), and PhD degrees to ensure adequate access to education funding for future nurse an more
University of Illinois Professor Velonis Urges HHS to Extend PRAMS Data Collection Authority Beyond 2026
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Alisa J. Velonis, director of the Center of Excellence in Maternal and Child Health at University of Illinois Chicago and associate professor of public health has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services advocating for the extension of the data collection authority for the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System which is set to expire on March 31, 2026. The institution emphasizes the critical need for continued federal suppor more
Vitalant Submits Feedback on CDC's National Blood Collection Survey
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Vitalant has issued a public comment letter to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding the proposed 2025 National Blood Collection and Utilization Survey (NBCUS). The organization, which collects eleven percent of the nation's blood supply across twenty-eight states, provided detailed feedback on the survey's design and proposed information collection project.
In its letter, Vitalant emphasized the necessity of the NBCUS information collection for un more
Volkswagen Group Supports Reset Of Federal Fuel Economy Standards In NHTSA Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Volkswagen Group of America Inc., has submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding the proposed "Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient (SAFE) Vehicles Rule III for Model Years 2022 to 2031." The automaker expresses support for a reset of the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, emphasizing the need for achievable and sustainable regulations to facilitate ongoing innovation in vehicle development.
In its cor more
WASC Senior College & University Commission Proposes Revisions To Accreditation Handbook
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education emphasizing the need for comprehensive updates to the Accreditation Handbook. This plea aligns with the Department's aim to enhance transparency, efficiency, and support for the federal recognition process of accreditors.
In its letter, WSCUC asserts that while the Department has already made important improvements to its e-recognition system, fur more
West Coast Governors Urge Interior Department To Block New Offshore Oil And Gas Leasing Off California Coast
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The governors of California, Oregon and Washington have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior expressing strong opposition to the proposed inclusion of new oil and gas lease sales off California's coast in the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program. This joint stance underscores a long-standing commitment by West Coast states to protect their economies, communities, and environments from the risks associated with more
West Virginia University Raises Concerns Over Proposed Rule for International Students
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- West Virginia University (WVU) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security expressing deep concerns regarding a proposed rule that would establish a fixed time period of admission and an extension of stay procedure for nonimmigrant academic students, exchange visitors, and representatives of foreign information media. The university highlights the potential detrimental effects the rule could have on its academic environment and research more
Wis. Public Instruction Dept. Seeks Clearer Rules And Broader Inclusion In Federal Patriotic Education Initiative
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (WDPI) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education regarding the proposed priority and definitions on promoting patriotic education. The comments come in response to a proposal published in the Federal Register on September 17, 2025, which aims to cultivate civic competency and informed patriotism among students.
In its letter, the WDPI emphasizes its commitment to an inclusive and accurate educat more
Women's Health Issues Journal Urges CDC to Continue Vital Data Collection
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Women's Health Issues has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention urging the agency to extend the data collection for the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS). The organization emphasizes the critical role that PRAMS plays in maternal health research, highlighting its extensive datasets as invaluable resources for researchers focusing on women's health.
As part of its advocacy efforts, Women's Health Issues, under more
Wright Center Raises Concerns Over Proposed Changes to J-1 Visa Regulations
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Wright Centers for Community Health and Graduate Medical Education have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security expressing strong opposition to a proposed rule regarding J-1 visas for international medical graduates. The organization argues that the changes could severely disrupt graduate medical education and exacerbate physician shortages in underserved areas.
In the letter, a Federally Qualified Health Center Look-Alike, emphasi more
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Yale School of Medicine Department of Therapeutic Radiology, New Haven, Connecticut, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services urging the agency to maintain the current payment rate for Biology-guided Radiation Therapy (BgRT). This therapy is vital for cancer patients, offering high precision in treatment through real-time tumor tracking.
In the letter, the department expresses gratitude for the opportunity to address the CY more
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ABA House of Delegates Adopts Nearly 30 Policies on Wide-Ranging Legal Issues
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 10 -- The American Bar Association issued the following news:
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ABA House of Delegates adopts nearly 30 policies on wide-ranging legal issues
The American Bar Association House of Delegates adopted almost 30 policy matters on a wide variety of issues including judicial independence and safety, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, the independence of the Department of Justice, Medicaid funding, immigration law enforcement, and the use of National Guard and military forc more
ACLU Massachusetts: Immigration Judge Terminates Removal Proceedings Against Child Development Scholar Rumeysa Ozturk
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Feb. 10 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Massachusetts issued the following news release on Feb. 9, 2026:
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Immigration judge terminates removal proceedings against child development scholar Rumeysa Ozturk
Judge determines DHS lacks legal grounds to deport Ms. Ozturk, who was arrested and detained by ICE for co-authoring an op-ed
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NEW YORK - Attorneys for Rumeysa Ozturk submitted documents in federal court today announcing that removal proceedings against more
Americans for Financial Reform Associate Director of Housing Policy Nagy Testifies Before House Oversight & Government Reform Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 -- The House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy and Regulatory Affairs released the following written testimony by Caroline Nagy, associate director of housing policy at the Americans for Financial Reform, from a Jan. 22, 2026, hearing entitled "Housing Affordability: Saving the American Dream":
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Chairman Burlison, Ranking Member Frost, and members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to present testimony on behalf more
Arizona State Sen. Rogers Advances Legislation to Target Financial Exploitation Tied to Illegal Immigration
PHOENIX, Arizona, Feb. 10 -- The Arizona State Senate Republican Caucus issued the following news release on Feb. 9, 2026:
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Senator Rogers Advances Legislation to Target Financial Exploitation Tied to Illegal Immigration
Senator Wendy Rogers is advancing bold legislation aimed at protecting Arizona families and taxpayers by addressing the issue of illegal immigrants who exploit financial systems and evade federal authorities.
SB 1421 prohibits financial institutions and remittance compa more
Chairman Garbarino Joins The Julie Mason Show Ahead of Hearing With ICE, CBP, USCIS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 -- Rep. Andrew Garbarino, R-New York, chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, issued the following news on Feb. 9, 2026:
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Chairman Garbarino Joins The Julie Mason Show Ahead of Hearing With ICE, CBP, USCIS
This week, House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY) joined Sirius XM's "The Julie Mason Show" to preview the Committee's upcoming hearing featuring testimony from senior officials at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement more
Colombian Leader of International Drug Money Laundering Organization Convicted
ATLANTA, Georgia, Feb. 10 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia posted the following news release on Feb. 9, 2026:
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Colombian leader of international drug money laundering organization convicted
Valentina Forero Alvarez has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering. Forero Alvarez led a sophisticated transnational criminal organization responsible for laundering more than $31 million in illegal narcotics proceeds through the United States f more
H-1B Fees Go to DC Circuit
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 -- The Federation for American Immigration Reform issued the following news release:
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H-1B Fees Go to DC Circuit
FAIR shows President's authority is more than adequate
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The Chamber of Commerce, after its lawsuit against President Trump's hundred-thousand-dollar H-1B fee was dismissed by the DC federal district court, has appealed the case to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit. The Chamber claims that the President's proclamation establishing this fee has more
Penn State Law School: Professor Medha D. Makhlouf Coauthors Piece in Rhode Island Medical Journal
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, Feb. 10 (TNSjou) -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law issued the following news:
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Professor Medha D. Makhlouf coauthors piece in Rhode Island Medical Journal
Offers guidance on the practical aspects of providing care for patients who are in or at risk of ICE detention
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Professor Medha D. Makhlouf coauthored an article in the latest issue of the Rhode Island Medical Journal. "When ICE Comes to Work: Defending Access to Healthcare" urges healt more
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 -- The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee issued the following information for an oversight hearing at 9 a.m. on Feb. 12, 2026, at 342 Dirksen Senate Office Building:
Witnesses
Panel 1
* THE HONORABLE TOM EMMER, Majority Whip, U.S. House of Representatives
* THE HONORABLE HARRY NISKA, GOP Floor Leader, State House of Representatives State of Minnesota
* THE HONORABLE KEITH ELLISON, Attorney General, State of Minnesota
* PAUL SCHNELL, Commissione more
Attorney General Bonta: Transparency and Accountability Are the Foundation of Good Law Enforcement
SACRAMENTO, California, Feb. 9 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Bonta: Transparency and Accountability Are the Foundation of Good Law Enforcement
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OAKLAND -California Attorney General Bonta today issued the following statement in response to a ruling from the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California denying in part and upholding in part a preliminary injunction sought by the Trump Administration to enjoin th more
CMS Proposes Regulations to Lower Health Care Costs, Expand Consumer Choice, and Protect Taxpayers
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Feb. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued the following news release:
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CMS Proposes Regulations to Lower Health Care Costs, Expand Consumer Choice, and Protect Taxpayers
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Today, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed regulations to lower health care costs, promote competition, and strengthen program integrity in the Federal and State-Based Health Insurance (Exchanges). The prop more
Coast Guard, CBP, Homeland Security Task Force partner agencies apprehend stowaway smuggler, seize $5 million in cocaine in San Juan Harbor
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news release:
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Coast Guard, CBP, Homeland Security Task Force partner agencies apprehend stowaway smuggler, seize $5 million in cocaine in San Juan Harbor
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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico - Coast Guard Station San Juan and Sector San Juan Boarding Team members working with Homeland Security Task Force - San Juan Region partner agencies apprehended a stowaway smuggler and seized 10 bales of cocaine in more
Congresswoman Pou Introduces Ban on ICE Vehicle Abuses
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- Rep. Nellie Pou, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Pou Introduces Ban on ICE Vehicle Abuses
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WASHINGTON, DC - Congresswoman Nellie Pou (D-NJ-09) today introduced legislation that would prohibit Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from obscuring or removing their license plates. The Protecting License-plate Access for Transparency and Enforcement Act, or PLATE Act, responds to pervasive behavior by masked ICE agents manipu more
CSPI supports protecting sensitive locations from immigration enforcement
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 [Category: Science] -- The Center for Science in the Public Interest issued the following news release:
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CSPI supports protecting sensitive locations from immigration enforcement
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No family, regardless of their immigration status, should feel they must forego food assistance, health care, government services, worship, school, or their constitutionally protected right to participate in peaceful protest for fear of encountering violence at the hands of the Immigration more
Heinrich, Lujan Join Effort to Uphold Protections for Kids in Immigration Detention
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich, Lujan Join Effort to Uphold Protections for Kids in Immigration Detention
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and U.S. Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) joined 25 of their Senate colleagues in filing an amicus brief to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals urging the Court to uphold the 1997 Flores Settlement Agreement, which sets critical minimum standards for children in immigratio more
HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2027 Proposed Rule
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Feb. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued the following news release:
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HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2027 Proposed Rule
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Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), issued the proposed "Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters" for the 2027 plan year (the 2027 Payment Notice proposed rul more
ICE Asks Charlotte Politicians to Not Release Criminal Illegal Alien Charged for Attempted Murder in North Carolina
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release:
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ICE Asks Charlotte Politicians to Not Release Criminal Illegal Alien Charged for Attempted Murder in North Carolina
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Sanctuary policies resulted in the release of 1,400 criminal illegal aliens from jail directly back onto North Carolina streets
WASHINGTON -U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) lodged an arrest detainer-which is a request that local law enforcement not release t more
ICE Has Created a Disaster in Minnesota; The Financial Services Industry Can Help
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The National Consumer Law Center posted the following news release:
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ICE Has Created a Disaster in Minnesota; The Financial Services Industry Can Help
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February 9, 2026 -Press Release
Advocates Call On Lending, Debt Collection, Credit Reporting Companies to Ease Financial Impact on Families
WASHINGTON - Today, a coalition of 52 economic justice, civil rights, labor, faith, and other groups sent a letter to the financial services industry more
ICYMI--Hagerty Joins Fox News Sunday on Fox News to Discuss ICE Cooperation, Government Shutdown Risks, Iran Talks, Russia Arms Control, the SAVE Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- Sen. Bill Hagerty, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI--Hagerty Joins Fox News Sunday on Fox News to Discuss ICE Cooperation, Government Shutdown Risks, Iran Talks, Russia Arms Control, the SAVE Act
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WASHINGTON -Yesterday, United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), a member of the Senate Appropriations and Foreign Relations Committees and former U.S. Ambassador to Japan, joined Fox News Sunday on Fox Newsto discuss ICE enforcement cooperation, p more
ICYMI--Hagerty Joins Mornings with Maria on Fox Business to Discuss Japan's Elections, DHS Funding Standoff, the SAVE Act, the GENIUS Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- Sen. Bill Hagerty, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI--Hagerty Joins Mornings with Maria on Fox Business to Discuss Japan's Elections, DHS Funding Standoff, the SAVE Act, the GENIUS Act
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WASHINGTON -Today, United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), a member of the Senate Appropriations, Banking, and Foreign Relations Committees and former U.S. Ambassador to Japan, joined Mornings with Maria on Fox Business to discuss Japan's parliamentary elect more
ICYMI: Congressman Max Miller Leads Letter to Secretary Noem Advocating for Faith-based Organizations
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- Rep. Max Miller, R-Ohio, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Congressman Max Miller Leads Letter to Secretary Noem Advocating for Faith-based Organizations
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Max Miller (OH-07) alongside Brad Schneider (IL-10), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), and Michael McCaul (TX-10) sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Noem asking to ensure that the terms and conditions for the Non-profit Security Grant Program are more
ICYMI: Mini Timmaraju on MS NOW: ICE Raids, Federal Violence, and Abortion Bans Are Part of the Same Tyrannical Agenda
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 [Category: Political] -- Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly the NARAL Pro-Choice America) posted the following news release:
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ICYMI: Mini Timmaraju on MS NOW: ICE Raids, Federal Violence, and Abortion Bans Are Part of the Same Tyrannical Agenda
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On Thursday, Reproductive Freedom for All President and CEO Mini Timmaraju joined Deadline White House on MS NOW to talk about the political and cultural reckoning in response to escalating authoritarian violence and ICE more
Immigration Judge Terminates Removal Proceedings Against Child Development Scholar Rumeysa Ozturk
NEW YORK, Feb. 9 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., posted the following news release:
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Immigration Judge Terminates Removal Proceedings Against Child Development Scholar Rumeysa Ozturk
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NEW YORK - Attorneys for Rumeysa Ozturk submitted documents in federal court today announcing that removal proceedings against the Tufts U more
LEADER JEFFRIES: "REPUBLICANS HAVE FAILED AMERICA"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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LEADER JEFFRIES: "REPUBLICANS HAVE FAILED AMERICA"
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Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he emphasized that despite the high cost of living, the Trump administration is using taxpayer dollars to brutalize and kill the American people instead of to make like more affordable for them.
LEADER JEFFRIES : Notwithstanding what Donald more
LEADER JEFFRIES: "REPUBLICANS HAVE FAILED AMERICA"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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LEADER JEFFRIES: "REPUBLICANS HAVE FAILED AMERICA"
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Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he emphasized that despite the high cost of living, the Trump administration is using taxpayer dollars to brutalize and kill the American people instead of to make like more affordable for them.
LEADER JEFFRIES : Notwithstanding what Donald Trump continues to say, t more
Lujan, Booker, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Prevent Politicization of Public Safety Grants
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan, Booker, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Prevent Politicization of Public Safety Grants
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), and Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) introduced the Federal Grant Neutrality Act, legislation designed to stop the politicization of Department of Justice (DOJ) federal grants and preven more
Most charities oppose government's 'harmful' migrant volunteering plans, survey shows
LONDON, England, Feb. 9 [Category: BizMedia] -- Civil Society Media, an independent media company that says it is dedicated to supporting the charity sector, posted the following news:
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Most charities oppose government's 'harmful' migrant volunteering plans, survey shows
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Three-quarters of charities oppose the government's plans to link volunteering to settlement in the UK, according to a new survey by NCVO.
Last year, home secretary Shabana Mahmood announced proposals to introduce a more
Nexstar's Illinois Television Stations To Host Exclusive Live Debate Between Democratic Party Candidates for U.S. Senator
IRVING, Texas, Feb. 9 [Category: BizMedia] -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release:
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Nexstar's Illinois Television Stations To Host Exclusive Live Debate Between Democratic Party Candidates for U.S. Senator
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Debate Will Originate from WGN Studios on Thursday, February 19, at 7 p.m. CT
CHICAGO, February 9, 2026 - Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), today announced that its television stations serving Illinois will carry an exc more
OSU Global announces strategic reorganization to strengthen international engagement and student support
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Feb. 9 -- Oklahoma State University posted the following news:
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OSU Global announces strategic reorganization to strengthen international engagement and student support
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Media Contact: Hailey Rose Viars | Communications Specialist | 405-744-5496 | hviars@okstate.edu
OSU Global is implementing a strategic reorganization to align with the evolving global higher education landscape while continuing to advance Oklahoma State University's mission of global engagement more
Partnership with West Virginia Leads to 650 Illegal Alien Arrested in 2 Weeks Including Drug Traffickers, Violent Offenders, and Burglars
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release:
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Partnership with West Virginia Leads to 650 Illegal Alien Arrested in 2 Weeks Including Drug Traffickers, Violent Offenders, and Burglars
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While sanctuary politicians across the country are banning cooperation with ICE and choosing to RELEASE criminals from their jails into our communities, West Virginia's state and local cooperation with ICE serves as a model for how we can work together more
Rep. Steube Introduces EXILE Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- Rep. W. Greg Steube, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Steube Introduces EXILE Act
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) introduced today the Ending Exploitative Imported Labor Exemptions Act or EXILE Act. This bill would amend the Immigration and Nationality Act by ending the H-1B visa program.
"Prioritizing foreign labor over the well-being and prosperity of American citizens undermines our values and national interests," sai more
Rep. Tony Gonzales Introduces the Bulletproof Law Enforcement Vehicles Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Introduces the Bulletproof Law Enforcement Vehicles Act
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -In response to the recent increase in threats toward Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) introduced the Bulletproof Law Enforcement Vehicles Act to expand existing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) resources for law enforcement vehicle security upgrades.
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Senator Schmitt Blasts Democrats for Opposing Commonsense Voter ID Law, DHS Funding on Fox News
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Missouri, issued the following news release:
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Senator Schmitt Blasts Democrats for Opposing Commonsense Voter ID Law, DHS Funding on Fox News
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'Voter ID is Common Sense, ICE Operations Will Continue'
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) joined Fox News' Faulkner Focus to discuss his support of the SAVE America Act, the importance of passing voter ID laws to secure our federal elections, his Protect America Act, and blas more
Thune on the Importance of Funding DHS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- Senate Minority Leader John Thune, R-South Dakota, issued the following news release:
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Thune on the Importance of Funding DHS
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WASHINGTON -U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor:
Thune's remarks below (as delivered):
"Mr. President, funding for the Department of Homeland Security runs out on Friday.
"Over the weekend, the Trump administration and congressional more
Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Highlights Growing Support for Local Cops, Local Crimes Act
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 9 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Highlights Growing Support for Local Cops, Local Crimes Act
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Earlier today, Governor Hochul hosted a roundtable with law enforcement and elected officials to announce growing support for the Local Cops, Local Crimes Act, which would prohibit local law enforcement from being deputized by ICE for federal civil immigration enforcement. Join more
Fetterman Criticizes Proposed Pennsylvania ICE Warehouses in Letter to DHS Secretary Noem
WASHINGTON, Feb. 7 -- Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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Fetterman Criticizes Proposed Pennsylvania ICE Warehouses in Letter to DHS Secretary Noem
BRADDOCK, PA - Following reports of the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) intention to convert two recently purchased warehouse facilities into U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) expressed his concerns today in a letter to DHS Secretar more
President Trump Issues Executive Order on Protecting the National Security and Welfare of the U.S. and Its Citizens From Criminal Actors and Other Public Safety Threats
WASHINGTON, Feb. 6 -- President Trump issued the following executive order:
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PROTECTING THE NATIONAL SECURITY AND WELFARE OF THE UNITED STATES AND ITS CITIZENS FROM CRIMINAL ACTORS AND OTHER PUBLIC SAFETY THREATS
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including 6 U.S.C. 122(a)(2), it is hereby ordered:
Section 1. Policy. It is the policy of the United States to protect its welfare and security, and the welfare and sec more
Van Hollen, Alsobrooks Announce Over $50 Million for Maryland Public Safety, Bay Preservation, and Research Projects in Key Government Funding Bill
WASHINGTON, Feb. 6 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
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Van Hollen, Alsobrooks Announce Over $50 Million for Maryland Public Safety, Bay Preservation, and Research Projects in Key Government Funding Bill
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Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (CJS), and Senator Angela Alsobrooks (both D-Md) announced $53,743,000 more
