AI Skills Enhancement is a High Priority for Active Job Seekers, New CompTIA Report Reveals
DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, Feb. 19 (TNSrep) -- CompTIA posted the following news release:
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AI skills enhancement is a high priority for active job seekers, new CompTIA report reveals
3 in 10 workers are actively exploring their employment options
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Active job seekers are striving to build their artificial intelligence (AI) skills to strengthen their qualifications for new career opportunities, according to new research by CompTIA, the leading global provider of vendor-neutral information more
CUNY Receives a Record $25 Million in Federal Funding From Senators Schumer and Gillibrand, Rep. Jeffries and New York City's Congressional Delegation
NEW YORK, Feb. 19 -- The City University of New York issued the following news:
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CUNY Receives a Record $25 Million in Federal Funding from Senators Schumer and Gillibrand, Rep. Jeffries and New York City's Congressional Delegation
Federal Appropriations Will Fund 21 Projects Across the Five Boroughs, Including Maternal Mental Health Services, Restorative Justice and Workforce Training Programs to Prepare Students for In-Demand Careers
Projects Will Strengthen CUNY's Role as a Public R more
Diagnostic Imaging Interoperability Standards Under Scrutiny
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- In a public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, an advocate raised concerns regarding the evolving role of diagnostic imaging in behavioral health assessment and treatment. The correspondence emphasizes the critical intersection of technology advancements, particularly artificial intelligence, with potential legal and ethical implications for patient privacy.
The organization highlights that while imaging has not traditionally bee more
FAMU and 2150 Center for Innovation Expand ILab Collaboration to Advance AI-Driven Campus and Community Development
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 19 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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FAMU and 2150 Center for Innovation Expand iLab Collaboration to Advance AI-Driven Campus and Community Development
By Deidre Williams
Tallahassee, Fla.-- Florida A&M University (FAMU) and the 2150 Center for Innovation are expanding their collaboration to launch a new phase of the iLAB problem-solving initiative focused on using artificial intelli more
Five Berkeley Lab Scientists Receive DOE Early Career Research Awards
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory issued the following news:
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Five Berkeley Lab Scientists Receive DOE Early Career Research Awards
By Aliyah Kovner & Lauren Biron
The researchers will receive funding to pursue high-impact projects.
Five scientists from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) have received Early Career Research Program (ECRP) awards from the Department of Energy. The ECRP program, now in its 16th yea more
GitLab to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Fiscal 2026 Financial Results
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Feb. 19 -- GitLab, an AI-powered development, security and operations platform for software innovation, issued the following news release on Feb. 17, 2026:
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GitLab to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Fiscal 2026 Financial Results
GitLab Inc., the intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps, today announced that it will report its financial results for the fourth quarter and its full fiscal year 2026, which ended January 31, 2026, after U.S. markets close o more
GVSU West Michigan Trustworthy AI Consortium Receives $1.03M in Federal Support
ALLENDALE, Michigan, Feb. 19 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news:
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New GVSU West Michigan Trustworthy AI Consortium receives $1.03M in federal support
U.S. Rep. Hillary Scholten was joined by Grand Valley leaders on Feb. 18 to announce more than $1 million in federal support for a university initiative that will unite faculty experts and partners in industry and the public sector to design responsible, trustworthy AI systems.
The $1.03 million in support will hel more
Keysight Introduces Scale-Up Validation Solutions for AI Data Centers
SANTA ROSA, California, Feb. 19 -- Keysight Technologies, a global electronic measurement technology and market solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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Keysight Introduces Scale-Up Validation Solutions for AI Data Centers
New validation solutions enable data center operators to overcome bandwidth, latency, and interoperability challenges as AI infrastructure scales
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Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) introduced a new portfolio of scale-up validation solutions de more
Lehigh University: How Quantum Computing Could Redefine the Limits of Problem-Solving
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylania, Feb. 19 -- Lehigh University issued the following news:
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How Quantum Computing Could Redefine the Limits of Problem-Solving
Lehigh Professor Luis F. Zuluaga explores how quantum computing could reshape problem-solving and the limits of computation itself.
When the American physicist Richard Feynman first proposed the idea of a "quantum computer" in the early 1980s, he wasn't imagining a faster version of a laptop. He was posing a paradox: if the natural world run more
Microsoft and CrowdStrike Announce the Falcon Platform Now Available on Microsoft Marketplace
AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 19 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on Feb. 18, 2026:
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Microsoft and CrowdStrike Announce the Falcon Platform Now Available on Microsoft Marketplace
Strategic alliance lets customers buy Falcon with existing Microsoft Azure Consumption Commitment funds
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CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) and Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ: MSFT) today announced an exp more
Montana State Undergraduates Voice Opinions to Help Shape Next Strategic Plan
BOZEMAN, Montana, Feb. 19 -- Montana State University issued the following news:
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Montana State undergraduates voice opinions to help shape next strategic plan
Frankie Beer, MSU News Service
Tuesday afternoon marked Montana State University's first listening session to help define its next strategic plan. The first session focused on undergraduate students, who were invited to the Strand Union Building to suggest ideas they would like to see incorporated into MSU's vision for the future more
NASA's Perseverance Now Autonomously Pinpoints Its Location on Mars
PASADENA, California, Feb. 19 (TNSres) -- NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory issued the following news:
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NASA's Perseverance Now Autonomously Pinpoints Its Location on Mars
There is no GPS at the Red Planet, but a new technology called Mars Global Localization lets Perseverance determine precisely where it is -- without human help.
Imagine you're all alone, driving along in a rocky, unforgiving desert with no roads, no map, no GPS, and no more than one phone call a day for someone to inform more
Nationally Recognized Engineering Education Scholar to Speak at UMass Amherst Feb. 26
AMHERST, Massachusetts, Feb. 19 -- The University of Massachusetts issued the following news:
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Nationally Recognized Engineering Education Scholar to Speak at UMass Amherst Feb. 26
The Riccio College of Engineering, in collaboration with the College of Natural Sciences, will host nationally recognized engineering education scholar Idalis Villanueva Alarcon on Thursday, Feb. 26, as part of the Distinguished Scientist and Engineer Seminar Series.
Alarcon is chair and professor in the Depa more
NTI and CACDA Issue Joint Statement Calling for Stronger Biosecurity and Responsible AI-Biotechnology Innovation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Nuclear Threat Initiative issued the following news:
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NTI and CACDA Issue Joint Statement Calling for Stronger Biosecurity and Responsible AI-Biotechnology Innovation
Amid rapid advances in bioscience and as artificial intelligence reshapes global technological capabilities, the Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) and the China Arms Control and Disarmament Association (CACDA) are jointly calling for action to strengthen biosecurity and oversight and engage in respo more
OU Examining Feasibility of Hosting Data Center on Campus
ROCHESTER, Michigan, Feb. 19 -- Oakland University issued the following news:
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OU examining feasibility of hosting data center on campus
Following the February 13 Board of Trustees meeting, Oakland University Senior Vice President for Finance & Administration Stephen W. Mackey is sharing information with the public and clarifying OU's interest in learning more about the feasibility of building a data center site on campus.
"I have seen and heard so many news stories bearing a wide range more
Partnership Among UW, Range, WYDOT Promises Safer Roads in Wyoming
LARAMIE, Wyoming, Feb. 19 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news:
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Partnership Among UW, Range, WYDOT Promises Safer Roads in Wyoming
Anywhere else in the country, it might be called a back road, but here in Wyoming, it's a legitimate highway with nothing but sagebrush for company for hundreds of miles. With no oversight to keep an eye on conditions, a truck off the road or a snowdrift spanning a lane can quickly escalate into a major travel disruption for both commercial more
Penn State-Berks: Nearly 100 Complete Penn State Berks Noncredit Certificate Programs in 2025
READING, Pennsylvania, Feb. 19 -- Pennsylvania State University Berks campus issued the following news:
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Nearly 100 complete Penn State Berks noncredit certificate programs in 2025
Noncredit programs are designed to provide practical, industry-relevant training that supports career growth, upskilling and lifelong learning
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WYOMISSING, Pa. -- In 2025, 93 students successfully completed a variety of noncredit professional and workforce development certificate programs at Penn State Berk more
Rutgers: How the University Is Preparing the Future Workforce to Join New Jersey's Oyster Renaissance
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Feb. 19 -- Rutgers University issued the following news:
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How the University Is Preparing the Future Workforce to Join New Jersey's Oyster Renaissance
The Apprenticeship in Shellfish Aquaculture Program, a collaboration involving Rutgers and industry partners, trains high school students in farming waters
By Mitaali Taskar
Ryan Myers became interested in New Jersey's oyster farming industry two years ago when a Rutgers aquaculture expert spoke at his high sch more
SEC Chair Atkins and Commissioner Peirce Issues Number Go Down and Other Schadenfreude
DENVER, Colorado, Feb. 19 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following remarks on Feb. 18, 2026, by chairman Paul S. Atkins and commissioner Hester M. Peirce at the ETHDenver:
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Number Go Down and other Schadenfreude
Commissioner Peirce: I am honored to be on stage today with Chairman Paul Atkins. Before we begin, let me remind you that my statements and his are our own in our official capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Commission or our fellow Co more
Senate Intelligence Committee Issues Report on Intelligence Authorization Act for FY 2026 (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Senate Intelligence Committee issued a report (S.Rpt. 119-51) on the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal 2026. The report was advanced by Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, on July 25, 2025.
Here are excerpts:
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Classified Annex to the Committee Report
Pursuant to Section 364 of the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111-259), the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) publicly disclosed on June 4, 2025, that the request for the Na more
Senate Intelligence Committee Issues Report on Intelligence Authorization Act for FY 2026 (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Senate Intelligence Committee issued a report (S.Rpt. 119-51) on the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal 2026. The report was advanced by Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, on July 25, 2025.
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(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
TITLE VII--CLASSIFICATION REFORM AND SECURITY CLEARANCES
Section 701. Notification of certain declassifications
Section 701 amends the National Security Act of 1947 to require the DNI to notify the congressional intelligence committees and th more
Southern Connecticut State University: OWLL Strengthens AI Talent Pipeline With New Manufacturing Micro-Credential
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Feb. 19 -- Southern Connecticut State University issued the following news:
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OWLL Strengthens AI Talent Pipeline with New Manufacturing Micro-Credential
New micro-credential supports Connecticut workforce as demand for AI skills surges
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Southern Connecticut State University is expanding its workforce training in artificial intelligence and quantum technologies to help meet Connecticut's rapidly growing demand for AI-skilled workers.
Through the State of Connec more
SST Leaders Request GAO Review of Federal and State AI Regulations
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Rep. Brian Babin, R-Texas, chairman of the House Science, Space and Technology Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 18, 2026:
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SST Leaders Request GAO Review of Federal and State AI Regulations
Today, House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman Brian Babin and Research and Technology Subcommittee Chairman Jay Obernolte sent a letter to the Government Accountability Office (GAO) requesting a comprehensive review of existing federal and st more
SUNY University at Albany: DeeDee Bennett Gayle Named Recipient of Dr. Hazel Dukes Fellowship
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 19 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news:
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DeeDee Bennett Gayle Named Recipient of Dr. Hazel Dukes Fellowship
By Mike Nolan
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Friday that DeeDee Bennett Gayle, associate professor at the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity (CEHC), is the recipient of the Dr. Hazel Dukes Fellowship.
The Dr. Hazel Dukes Fellowship honors the legacy of Hazel N. Dukes, a pioneering civil rights advocate and more
Support for 510(k) Exemption for Radiology AI Devices Grows Among Radiologists
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A recent public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) highlights the urgent need for a partial 510(k) exemption for radiology computer-aided detection (CADe), diagnosis (CADx), and triage (CADt) devices. The letter, authored by a practicing radiologist, underscores the pressing challenges facing medical imaging practices amidst increasing workloads and limited staffing resources.
The letter emphasizes how advancements in artificial intell more
University of Missouri: Making AI-based Scientific Predictions More Trustworthy
COLUMBIA, Missouri, Feb. 19 -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release:
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Making AI-based scientific predictions more trustworthy
University of Missouri researchers have developed a free-to-use software tool to verify the accuracy of artificial intelligence-based protein structure predictions.
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University of Missouri researchers have released the world's largest collection of protein models with quality assessment -- a groundbreaking new resource that could acceler more
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee: Reminding People They're Talking to Chatbots May Be Ineffective or Even Harmful, Researchers Say
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, Feb. 19 (TNSjou) -- The University of Wisconsin Milwaukee campus issued the following news release:
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Reminding people they're talking to chatbots may be ineffective or even harmful, researchers say
Concerns that chatbot use can cause mental and physical harm have prompted policies that require AI chatbots to deliver regular or constant reminders that they are not human. In an opinion paper published Feb. 18 in the Cell Press journal Trends in Cognitive Sciences, a U more
USCA's Council Promotes Regional Collaboration and Leads Innovation, Economic and Workforce Development in CSRA
AIKEN, South Carolina, Feb. 19 -- The University of South Carolina Aiken Campus issued the following news:
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USCA's new council promotes regional collaboration and leads innovation, economic and workforce development in CSRA
Leslie Hull-Ryde
USCA has assembled a group of thought leaders and influencers from private industry, government and academia across the state to form a new advisory group, which will help the university develop curricula, engaging programs and partnerships and dyna more
UTRGV Awarded $1.2M NASA Grant to Develop Artificial Intelligence-enhanced Biodegradable Sensors for Climate, Public Health and Planetary Science Research
BROWNSVILLE, Texas, Feb. 19 -- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley issued the following news:
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UTRGV awarded $1.2M NASA grant to develop artificial intelligence-enhanced biodegradable sensors for climate, public health and planetary science research
By Victoria Brito Morales
RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS - FEB. 18, 2026 - UTRGV has received a $1.2 million federal grant from NASA to take the lead in a multi-institution collaboration that will study the Rio Grande Valley's coastal and de more
Verisk Reports Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Financial Results
JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Feb. 19 -- Verisk Analytics Inc., a data analytics provider, issued the following news on Feb. 18, 2026:
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Verisk Reports Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Financial Results
Fourth Quarter Highlights
- Revenue was $779 million, up 5.9%, and up 5.2% on an organic constant currency (OCC) basis, a non-GAAP measure.
- Net income was $197 million, down 6.2% due to gains recognized in the prior year.
- Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP measure, was $437 million, up 9.8%, a more
Virginia Tech Generates $4.7 Billion in Economic Impact Across Virginia, New Report Shows
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Feb. 19 (TNSrpt) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Virginia Tech generates $4.7 billion in economic impact across Virginia, new report shows
By Michael Stowe
Virginia Tech generated $4.7 billion in statewide economic impact in fiscal year 2025, supporting 35,519 full-time equivalent jobs and producing $316.9 million in tax revenue, according to a new report commissioned by the Virginia Tech Foundation.
President Tim Sands highlighted the findings durin more
Warren Raises Concerns With Neptune's Private Flood Insurance Business Model as Insurance Costs Soar for Americans
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 18, 2026:
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Warren Raises Concerns With Neptune's Private Flood Insurance Business Model as Insurance Costs Soar for Americans
Today, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, sent a letter to Neptune Flood, a private flood insurance prov more
3 things to know about cancer and your heart: Mayo Clinic expert shares tips to reduce risk
ROCHESTER, Minnesota, Feb. 18 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Mayo Clinic issued the following news release:
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3 things to know about cancer and your heart: Mayo Clinic expert shares tips to reduce risk
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ROCHESTER, Minn. -As cancer therapies improve and increasingly achieve cures or recurring periods of remission, preventing and managing damage to organs from cancer treatment has become a top concern. That includes injury to the heart, says Joerg Herrmann, M.D., more
AI is a lab diamond's best friend for semiconductors
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 18 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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AI is a lab diamond's best friend for semiconductors
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Diamond is more than just a gemstone; it is the hardest natural substance on Earth with exceptional qualities for improving semiconductors -the materials used in electronics, electric vehicles and renewable energy technologies.
Michigan State University has received a $3 million National Science Foundation grant as part of the NSF's Future Man more
Air Force validates open architecture, expands Collaborative Combat Aircraft ecosystem
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Feb. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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Air Force validates open architecture, expands Collaborative Combat Aircraft ecosystem
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ARLINGTON, Virginia - The Air Force continues accelerating its Collaborative Combat Aircraft program by implementing the government-owned Autonomy Government Reference Architecture across multiple vendor platforms.
This effort validates a cornerstone of the service's acq more
Anti-Defamation League: Massive Iranian Regime News Operation is Spreading Antisemitic Propaganda to Spanish-Speaking Masses
NEW YORK, Feb. 18 (TNSrpt) -- The Anti-Defamation League, an anti-hate organization that aims to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment for all, posted the following news release on Feb. 17, 2026:
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Massive Iranian Regime News Operation is Spreading Antisemitic Propaganda to Spanish-Speaking Masses
ADL report finds "dramatic escalation" in hateful rhetoric on Iran's HispanTV since 10/7
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The official propaganda outlet of the Islamic Republic of more
LOS ANGELES, California, Feb. 18 -- The Reason Foundation issued the following news on Feb. 17, 2026:
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Aviation Policy News: DHS shutdown highlights airport security system's flaws
Plus: NTSB collision report cites FAA failures, NASA's obsolete Moon launch program, and more.
In this issue:
* DHS shutdown highlights airport security system's flaws
* NTSB collision report cites FAA failures
* "FAA and aviation policy reform: the time is now"
* FAA reorganization plan muddies the water more
AWC Agriculture Students Gain Global Perspective at International Conference
YUMA, Arizona, Feb. 18 -- Arizona Western College issued the following news:
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AWC Agriculture students gain global perspective at international conference
Faculty leadership highlights AWC's role in agricultural research and education
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A delegation of Arizona Western College (AWC) students and faculty recently returned from the International Plant and Animal Genome Conference (PAG 33) in San Diego, Calif., where they explored the technologies and practices shaping modern farming and f more
Best of Core Forum: AI in Cataloging and Metadata: Developing Community and Best Practices
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 18 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release:
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Best of Core Forum: AI in Cataloging and Metadata: Developing Community and Best Practices
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CHICAGO-Join Core for the webinar "" on May 6, 2026, at 1 p.m. CT. The presentation will give an overview of the work of the Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC) Task Group on AI for Cataloging and Metadata activities, with particular focus on the Guiding Principles, the B more
Best of Core Forum: Ethics, AI, and Cataloging: A Practical Approach
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 18 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release:
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Best of Core Forum: Ethics, AI, and Cataloging: A Practical Approach
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CHICAGO-Join Core for the webinar "" on April 14, 2026, at 1 p.m. CT. Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to streamline metadata workflows and increase the capacity of cataloging operations. Interest in the promise of AI has accelerated since the release of ChatGPT in 2022.
Metadata pra more
Break Through career conference connects students with their futures
SELINSGROVE, Pennsylvania, Feb. 18 -- Susquehanna University posted the following news:
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Break Through career conference connects students with their futures
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The Careers in Criminal Justice and Law panel was led by Christopher Clinton '10, a lieutenant with the Pennsylvania State Police and adjunct instructor at Susquehanna; Morgan Dubbs '21, an associate attorney at Stover McLaughlin; and Emily LaGreca '21, an associate attorney at Thomas, Thomas & Hafer. Each presenter discussed the more
Bridging science and society in the emerging bioeconomy
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Feb. 18 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Bridging science and society in the emerging bioeconomy
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Biology has long been used in agriculture, medicine, and materials. The 21st century has brought increased investment in biology as a potential tool for humanity's collective advancement, giving rise to what experts are calling the bioeconomy. The bioeconomy uses renewable biological resources to produce energy, food, health more
Chairman Cassidy Releases Landmark Report to Modernize FDA, Deliver Lifesaving, Affordable Treatments to American Families
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news:
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Chairman Cassidy Releases Landmark Report to Modernize FDA, Deliver Lifesaving, Affordable Treatments to American Families
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, released a landmark report detailing legislative and regulatory reforms to modernize the Food more
Cubic Corporation Optimizes SAP Support with Rimini Street to Accelerate Modernization
PLEASANTON, California, Feb. 18 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Rimini Street, a provider of independent enterprise software support services, issued the following news release:
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Cubic Corporation Optimizes SAP Support with Rimini Street to Accelerate Modernization
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Adopting a composable ERP strategy with the support of Rimini Street, Cubic maintains SAP ECC as a stable core while pursuing modernization and automation initiatives across its broader application landscape -without more
CUNY SPH faculty awarded more than $120,000 in AI Innovation funds
NEW YORK, Feb. 18 -- The City University of New York's Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy posted the following news release:
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CUNY SPH faculty awarded more than $120,000 in AI Innovation funds
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Following a rigorous review process led by CUNY's Office of Academic Innovation Implementation, CUNY SPH faculty have been awarded a total of $121,750 in AI Innovation Fund grants.
The projects were selected for funding based on their potential to expand AI literacy, enhance te more
Duke Convenes Global Leaders in Abu Dhabi to Pursue AI's Next Evolution
DURHAM, North Carolina, Feb. 18 -- Duke University Pratt School of Engineering issued the following news:
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Duke Convenes Global Leaders in Abu Dhabi to Pursue AI's Next Evolution
The Athena AI Institute brought together prominent stakeholders to further the global collaborations needed to scale edge AI.
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Since its inception in 2021, the National Science Foundation (NSF) AI Institute for Edge Computing Leveraging Next Generation Networks (Athena) has frequently served as a hub for indu more
eBay Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results
SAN JOSE, California, Feb. 18 [Category BizBusiness] -- eBay Inc., a company that says it creates ecommerce experiences for buyers, sellers and developers, issued the following news release:
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eBay Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results
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* Revenue of $3.0 billion, up 15% on an as-reported basis and up 13% on an FX-Neutral basis
* Gross Merchandise Volume ("GMV") of $21.2 billion, up 10% on an as-reported basis and up 8% on an FX-Neutral basis
* GAAP and Non-GAAP e more
F5 and Scality expand partnership to deliver secure, high-performance data infrastructure for AI workloads
SEATTLE, Washington, Feb. 18 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- F5, an information technology company, issued the following news release:
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F5 and Scality expand partnership to deliver secure, high-performance data infrastructure for AI workloads
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Joint solution combines F5's Application Delivery and Security Platform with Scality's S3-compatible scale-out object storage to accelerate AI and data-driven applications across hybrid-cloud environments
SEATTLE and SAN FRANCISCO - F5 (N more
FCPS This Week - Feb. 18, 2026
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Feb. 18 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news wrapup:
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FCPS This Week - February 18, 2026
Students participate in the Lunar New Year parade at Haycock Elementary School.
School Board Approves "Skyview High School" for New High School Name
The School Board unanimously voted to name FCPS' new school "Skyview High School" at its February 12 meeting. Read about the new name and school.
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Reid Reflects: Celebrating Student Achievements
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FDA Oversight of General Wellness Products Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12657) on Feb. 17, 2026, by health policy specialist Amanda K. Sarata.
Here are excerpts:
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FDA Oversight of General Wellness Products
General wellness products, and particularly noninvasive, wearable sensing technologies, have proliferated in recent years. These products may be used for a variety of wellness applications, include products like smartwatches and rings, and i more
Four Seasons Resort Lanai Introduces Zero-Waste, Resort Filtered Water Bottling System
TORONTO, Ontario, Feb. 18 [Category: TravelBiz] -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts posted the following news release:
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Four Seasons Resort Lanai Introduces Zero-Waste, Resort Filtered Water Bottling System
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Four Seasons Resort Lanai announces the launch of its new on-site, closed loop water bottling program. This sustainable hydration program offers locally-sourced, purified water packaged in reusable aluminium bottles for guests to enjoy throughout the duration of their stay. In colla more
G2's 2026 Best Software Awards: The Most Trusted Solutions for the Age of AI
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 18 [Category: BizConsulting] -- G2 issued the following news:
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G2's 2026 Best Software Awards: The Most Trusted Solutions for the Age of AI
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Every day, buyers across the globe look to G2 for an answer to the same question: What software can I actually trust?
In the age of AI, that question is harder than ever. Discovery is faster, software choices are noisier, and proof matters more than pitch decks. That's exactly why G2's Best Software Awards exist: they're more
Gottheimer Introduces Bipartisan AI Workforce Training Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
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Gottheimer Introduces Bipartisan AI Workforce Training Act
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), Co-Chair of the House Commission on Artificial Intelligence and the Innovation Economy, introduced the bipartisan AI Workforce Training Act to help American workers and businesses prepare for the rapid integration of artificial intelligence across the economy. The bipartisan more
How a U of A tool is helping the world track flu activity in real time
TUCSON, Arizona, Feb. 18 -- The University of Arizona posted the following news release:
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How a U of A tool is helping the world track flu activity in real time
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The 2025-26 flu season has been one of the most severe in recent years, with hospitalization rates reaching their second-highest level in 15 years of CDC tracking. A team at the University of Arizona was able to spot the surge early, weeks before federal lab data confirmed it. They did it with a digital platform that collects more
KBR and Petro Rabigh Announce Strategic 10-Year General Maintenance Services Contract for Polymer Plants in Saudi Arabia
HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 18 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release:
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KBR and Petro Rabigh Announce Strategic 10-Year General Maintenance Services Contract for Polymer Plants in Saudi Arabia
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HOUSTON, February 18, 2026 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) and Rabigh Refining & Petrochemical Company (Petro Rabigh) today announced a strategic 10-year general maintenance services contract, with an optional two-year more
Kornberg School of Dentistry achieves significant National Institutes of Health ranking
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 18 -- Temple University posted the following news:
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Kornberg School of Dentistry achieves significant National Institutes of Health ranking
Kornberg is now ranked No. 24 among 49 U.S. dental institutions that received NIH funding.
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For the first time in its history, the Kornberg School of Dentistry has been ranked among U.S. dental institutions that received competitive research funding from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research ( more
LATEST RIPON FORUM EXAMINES STATE OF THE ECONOMY
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 [Category: Political] -- The Ripon Society posted the following news release:
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LATEST RIPON FORUM EXAMINES STATE OF THE ECONOMY
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Plus, a profile of Financial Services Committee Chair French Hill
Just over one year into the Trump Administration and just under nine months until the mid-term elections, The Ripon Forum examines the state of the U.S. economy and some of the challenges facing American families and businesses in 2026.
In the cover essay for the latest more
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of Insurance Commissioners issued the following news release:
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Leadership, Modernization, Resilience: NAIC 2026 Strategic Priorities
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Reflecting an evolving insurance marketplace and risk landscape, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners' (NAIC) Members have adopted proactive and forward-looking strategic priorities for 2026.
"At the NAIC, a deep bench of 56 Members representing more
Merck and Mayo Clinic Announce New Research and Development Collaboration to Support AI-Enabled Drug Discovery and Precision Medicine
ROCHESTER, Minnesota, Feb. 18 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Mayo Clinic issued the following news release:
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Merck and Mayo Clinic Announce New Research and Development Collaboration to Support AI-Enabled Drug Discovery and Precision Medicine
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Strategic collaboration brings together Mayo Clinic's extensive clinical insights, genomic data and Platform architecture with Merck's artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) research capabilities
RAHWAY, N.J., and ROCHESTER, Min more
Microsoft and CrowdStrike announce the Falcon platform now available on Microsoft Marketplace
REDMOND, Washington, Feb. 18 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Microsoft posted the following news release:
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Microsoft and CrowdStrike announce the Falcon platform now available on Microsoft Marketplace
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AUSTIN, Texas, and REDMOND, Wash. -Feb. 18, 2026 - CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) and Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ: MSFT) on Wednesday announced an expansion of their strategic alliance that allows organizations of all sizes to purchase the CrowdStrike Falcon (r) platform on Microsoft Marke more
Nationwide selects Kelton Kline as new leader of Corporate Technology & Workplace Solutions
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 18 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Nationwide Mutual Insurance issued the following news:
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Nationwide selects Kelton Kline as new leader of Corporate Technology & Workplace Solutions
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Kelton Kline
Nationwide announced today that Kelton Kline has been selected as the new leader of Corporate Technology & Workplace Solutions. Kline follows Misty Kuamoo, who was appointed SVP, CTO, Nationwide Financial in January 2026.
In his new role, Kline will be responsible for tec more
NeuroDoC: Students Build AI Chatbot to Support Care of Coma Patients
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Feb. 18 -- The Boston University School of Public Health issued the following news:
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NeuroDoC: Students Build AI Chatbot to Support Care of Coma Patients
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Students in Jacey Greece's strategic interventions course partnered with an alum and her team at Mass General Brigham to strategize ways to help MGB physicians follow the most up-to-date guidance in managing patients with disorders of consciousness (DoC), a group of conditions involving alterations more
New Artificial Intelligence MS Degree Bridges Disciplines, Including Public Health
NEW YORK, Feb. 18 -- Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health issued the following news:
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New Artificial Intelligence MS Degree Bridges Disciplines, Including Public Health
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Columbia University has a new Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI) program that combines core AI courses in computer science and engineering with a broad range of concentrations, through partnerships with multiple Columbia schools. Housed in the School of Engineering, the degree will be of more
New study reveals how to keep readers' attention in digital age
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 18 -- Temple University posted the following news:
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New study reveals how to keep readers' attention in digital age
New research from Temple's Fox School of Business shows that while headlines are important when it comes to grabbing readers' attention, storytelling design is key when it comes to maintaining it.
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Since the dawn of newspapers in the 17th century, journalists' and storytellers' top mechanism for capturing a reader's attention has been th more
New University of Liverpool spin-out secures PS470k
MARION, Ohio, Feb. 18 -- Ohio State University Marion Campus issued the following news:
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New University of Liverpool spin-out secures PS470k
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A new University of Liverpool spin-out, Apoello, has secured PS470k in pre-seed investment to accelerate the commercialisation of its AI-enabled materials discovery platform.
The funding will support team growth, further platform development, and early engagement with industrial partners.
The investment round includes PS320,000 from SFC Capit more
Optical Transport Market Grew to $16 Billion in 2025, According to Dell'Oro Group
REDWOOD CITY, California, Feb. 18 [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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Optical Transport Market Grew to $16 Billion in 2025, According to Dell'Oro Group
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REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - February 18, 2026 - According to a recently published report from Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, more
Pelosi Announces San Francisco Receives More Than $12 Million for Community Projects in FY26 Government Funding Package
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Pelosi Announces San Francisco Receives More Than $12 Million for Community Projects in FY26 Government Funding Package
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Washington, D.C. - Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi announced that more than $12 million in federal funding is headed to San Francisco to support critical community, public safety, transportation, housing, workforce and environmental projects across the city. These investments wer more
PennWest invites community to name new robot dog
CALIFORNIA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 18 -- PennWest posted the following news:
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PennWest invites community to name new robot dog
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The future just gained four legs.
The PennWest Center for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies has welcomed an exciting new team member: a cutting-edge robot dog designed to support innovation, research and hands-on learning. Now, the center is turning to the campus community for help with one important detail -choosing its name.
Agile, intelligen more
Personalization features can make LLMs more agreeable
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Feb. 18 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Personalization features can make LLMs more agreeable
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Many of the latest large language models (LLMs) are designed to remember details from past conversations or store user profiles, enabling these models to personalize responses.
But researchers from MIT and Penn State University found that, over long conversations, such personalization features often increase the likelihood a more
Pressley Unveils Legislation to Mandate Disclosures to Hold Big Banks Accountable, Demands SEC Require Reports in Interest of Investors
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news:
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Pressley Unveils Legislation to Mandate Disclosures to Hold Big Banks Accountable, Demands SEC Require Reports in Interest of Investors
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"Investors and consumers alike deserve to know how these institutions are impacting climate change, how that's increasing costs and deadly natural disasters. Investors deserve to know whether these banks are rewarding themselves with large executive bonuses."
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Professor contributes to forensics textbook
CALIFORNIA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 18 -- PennWest posted the following news:
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Professor contributes to forensics textbook
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Forensic science students often begin their studies by mastering terminology, techniques and foundational principles. In a newly released textbook edited by world-renowned forensic scientist Dr. Henry C. Lee, PennWest University criminal justice professor Dr. Raymond Hsieh is helping students take the next step -applying those fundamentals to real-world investigations. more
Rep. Brixie touts MSU research as essential to maintaining agricultural diversity, identity
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 18 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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Rep. Brixie touts MSU research as essential to maintaining agricultural diversity, identity
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While Michigan Rep. Julie Brixie, 73 rd District, grew up in Chicago, her family has deep roots in agriculture. As a child, she visited cousins who lived on a 2,000-acre cattle ranch in Nebraska.
A burgeoning interest in agriculture eventually prompted her to pursue a master's degree from Michigan State U more
Rep. Kiley Announces Hearing on Teaching in the AI Age
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- Rep. Kevin Kiley, R-California, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education, issued the following news release on Feb. 17, 2026:
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Kiley Announces Hearing on Teaching in the AI Age
Tuesday, at 2:00 p.m., the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education, chaired by Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-CA), will hold the fourth hearing in a series examining artificial intelligence, titled "Bu more
RPI Researchers Harness Agentic AI for Smarter, Faster Aerospace Design
TROY, New York, Feb. 18 -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news:
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RPI Researchers Harness Agentic AI for Smarter, Faster Aerospace Design
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A Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) engineering professor, Shaowu Pan, Ph.D. and his team of students have integrated agentic AI into computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to optimize the aerospace design process and alleviate bottlenecks.
Pan's advances address priorities outlined in Winning the Race: America's AI Action P more
SALAZAR'S IDB CAPITAL INCREASE ACT SIGNED INTO LAW, STRENGTHENING U.S. ECONOMIC LEADERSHIP IN THE WESTERN HEMISPHERE
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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SALAZAR'S IDB CAPITAL INCREASE ACT SIGNED INTO LAW, STRENGTHENING U.S. ECONOMIC LEADERSHIP IN THE WESTERN HEMISPHERE
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representative Maria Elvira Salazar's (FL-27) IDB Capital Increase Act ( H.R. 6892 (link is external) ) has been signed into law as part of H.R. 7148 (link is external), the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026, marking another legislative win that strengthens more
Santa Fe Institute Study Finds Random Experiments May Outperform Traditional Scientific Method
SANTA FE, New Mexico, Feb. 18 [Category: Political] -- Santa Fe Institute posted the following news release:
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Reassessing the scientific method
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The race to develop a virtual scientist -an AI creation that conducts every stage of research, from idea to publication -has consumed researchers, start-up founders, and tech juggernauts alike.
It has also illuminated fundamental philosophical questions about the process of doing science. Is the scientific method really the best approach to more
Seizing the Moment: FCPS Students Compete in Designing Solutions to Real-World Problems using AI
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Feb. 18 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news:
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Seizing the Moment: FCPS Students Compete in Designing Solutions to Real-World Problems using AI
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More than 1,100 Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) students from 25 FCPS High schools demonstrated ways to shape the future of our communities as part of the Seize the Moment Student AI Innovation Challenge.
On Tuesday, February 17, top-placing student teams from across the division displayed t more
SparkNC, UNCG and GCS Launch partnership to prepare students for technology careers
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Feb. 18 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following news:
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SparkNC, UNCG and GCS Launch partnership to prepare students for technology careers
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New SparkHub at UNCG creates a first-of-its-kind bridge between K-12, higher education, and the global workforce
To bridge the gap between K-12 education, higher education, and the global workforce, SparkNC, UNCG, and Guilford County Schools (GCS) have launched North Carolina's first more
Symposium to Address Cyber Mission Readiness in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Feb. 18 -- Carnegie Mellon University's Software Engineering Institute issued the following news:
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Symposium to Address Cyber Mission Readiness in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
As artificial intelligence (AI) transforms the cyber threat landscape and our defensive capabilities, cyber mission readiness (CMR) is changing rapidly. The Software Engineering Institute (SEI) is holding a free, in-person symposium for U.S. government agencies, the military, and the more
Treasury Clears Path for Greater Manufacturing Investment with Tax Proposal on CAMT
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 [Category: Business] -- The National Association of Manufacturers issued the following news release:
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Treasury Clears Path for Greater Manufacturing Investment with Tax Proposal on CAMT
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Washington, D.C. - Following the release of a new proposal from the Department of the Treasury reforming key aspects of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax guidance and addressing the interaction between the immediate expensing of R&D costs and the CAMT, National Association of Ma more
U.S. Cyber Command Issues Parsons' Subsidiary Intent To Award For Joint Cyber Hunt Kit (JCHK) Production
PASADENA, California, Feb. 18 [Category: BizConstruction]-- Parsons Corp., an engineering, construction, technical and management services firm, posted the following news release:
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U.S. Cyber Command Issues Parsons' Subsidiary Intent To Award For Joint Cyber Hunt Kit (JCHK) Production
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SealingTech, a Parsons company, was competitively selected for the $500 million contract
CHANTILLY, Va. (February 18, 2026) - Sealing Technologies (SealingTech), a Parsons Corporation company (NYSE: PS more
US Department of Labor launches open data portal to enhance access to labor data
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Labor issued the following news release:
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US Department of Labor launches open data portal to enhance access to labor data
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WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Labor has launched a modern open data portal at data.dol.gov, making it more transparent and efficient for users to access data related to the American workforce. The portal helps bring the department into alignment with the OPEN Government Data Act of 2019 and the Federal Data Strat more
USC Professor Elected to Three Prestigious Academies for AI and Systems Engineering Work
LOS ANGELES, California, Feb. 18 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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USC Professor Elected to Three Prestigious Academies for AI and Systems Engineering Work
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Neil Siegel (Courtesy/USC Viterbi)How do you know when artificial intelligence is good enough to trust with human lives? It's the question that defines Neil Siegel's current research, and it just earned him election to two prestigious academic honor organizations. In more
USTR: U.S.-Taiwan Deal Draws Praise From American Farmers, Ranchers, and Industry Leaders
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative issued the following news release on Feb. 17, 2026:
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U.S.-Taiwan Deal Draws Praise from American Farmers, Ranchers, and Industry Leaders
Last week, Ambassador Jamieson Greer attended the signing of the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade between the United States and Taiwan, under the auspices of the American Institute in Taiwan and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States. American agricultur more
USU Course Blends Sociology and Artificial Intelligence to Prepare Students for Modern Careers
LOGAN, Utah, Feb. 18 -- Utah State University issued the following news:
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USU Course Blends Sociology and Artificial Intelligence to Prepare Students for Modern Careers
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LOGAN, Utah -The College of Arts & Sciences at USU is adapting to the rapidly changing technological landscape with an innovative course that brings artificial intelligence into the social sciences classroom. The course, Sociology of Artificial Intelligence (SOC 4800), equips students with practical AI skills while enc more
Verint Announces Corporate Name for Combined Verint-Calabrio Organization
MELVILLE, New York, Feb. 18 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Verint Systems, an analytics company that sells software and hardware products for security, surveillance and business intelligence, issued the following news release:
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Verint Announces Corporate Name for Combined Verint-Calabrio Organization
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MELVILLE, N.Y., February 18, 2026 -
Verint (r), The CX Automation Company(tm), today announced the organization formed through the recent Verint-Calabrio (r) transaction will move more
Visualizing the Future: Arizona Transportation Dept. Partners with Northern Arizona University to Transform Complex Travel Data
FLAGSTAFF, Arizona, Feb. 18 -- Northern Arizona University posted the following news:
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Visualizing how we move
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Have you ever wondered how roads are planned? How does the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) determine where to improve roadways or know which routes will be used in the future? For years, decisions about where to build or upgrade roads have been made using tools that do not offer a complete visual picture of how people travel. This is about to change.
Steven Gehr more
DOW's New Chief Information Officer Seeks to Put the Warfighter First
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio, Feb. 17 -- The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center issued the following news:
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DOW's New Chief Information Officer Seeks to Put the Warfighter First
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The Pentagon's newest chief information officer, Kirsten Davies, gathered her department's senior leaders and staff together at the War Department's Mark Center in Alexandria, Virginia, Feb. 10, where she laid out a vision for her office that focuses strongly on supporting America's warfighters.
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Mason Korea partners with defense organizations to advance military technology
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Feb. 17 -- George Mason University issued the following news:
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Mason Korea partners with defense organizations to advance military technology
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Mason Korea's Industry-University Collaboration Foundation is taking its defense capabilities to the next level. They recently signed a memorandum of understanding with two major Korean players, the Association of the Republic of Korea Army and the Defense Information and Communication Association. Together, they'll work on de more
NAACP Urges Mississippi Regulators to Deny Permits to Gas-Powered AI Facility
WASHINGTON, Feb. 17 [Category: Political] -- The NAACP posted the following news release:
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NAACP Urges Mississippi Regulators to Deny Permits to Gas-Powered AI Facility
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JACKSON, Miss. - Today, the NAACP urged the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) Permit Board to deny a permit for MZX Tech LLC, an affiliate of Elon Musk's xAI, to construct and operate 41 methane gas-fired turbines in Southaven, Mississippi.
The facility is intended to power the xAI "Colossus 2" ar more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality Budget Topic of CRS Fact Sheet
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following fact sheet (No. R44136) on Feb. 12, 2026, by health policy specialist Amanda K. Sarata and research assistant Sylvia L. Bryan.
Here are excerpts:
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The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) Budget: Fact Sheet
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), is the federal agency charged with supporting research designed to im more
Constitutional Protections for Members of Congress & Presidents When Speaking to the Public Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11395) on Feb. 12, 2026, by legislative attorney Todd Garvey:
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A Tale of Two Immunities: Constitutional Protections for Members of Congress and Presidents When Speaking to the Public
Presidents and Members of Congress regularly communicate with the American public. When the President speaks directly to the people, he is often either conveying information or using the more
Financial Stability & Economic Growth Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12655) on Feb. 12, 2026, by macroeconomic policy specialist Marc Labonte:
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Financial Stability and Economic Growth
The Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC), an interagency council headed by the Treasury Secretary and composed primarily of financial regulators, has been tasked with monitoring and mitigating systemic risks to financial stability. (For background, see more
Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument - Commercial Fishing Interests & Considerations for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13090) on Feb. 12, 2026, by natural resources policy analyst Anthony R. Marshak.
Here are excerpts:
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The Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument: Commercial Fishing Interests and Considerations for Congress
Introduction
The Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument (PIHMNM; Figure 1), known as the Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument until Ja more
Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13006) on Feb. 12, 2026, by Kyla H. Kitamura, international trade and finance analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962
Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution gives Congress power to impose duties and regulate foreign commerce. Congress has delegated some of these authorities to the President through statutes. Section 232 of the Tr more
Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11346) on Feb. 12, 2026, by Danielle M. Trachtenberg, international trade and finance analyst:
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Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974
Title III of the Trade Act of 1974 (Sections 301-310, 19 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.2411-2420), titled "Relief from Unfair Trade Practices," is often collectively referred to as "Section 301." Under Section 301, Congress grants the Office of the United S more
State & Local Homeland Security - DHS Preparedness Grants Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48828) entitled "State and Local Homeland Security: DHS Preparedness Grants" by Shawn Reese, emergency management and homeland security policy analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
After the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, Congress expanded support for state and local homeland security efforts. This included creating the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and giving it the auth more
Statutory PAYGO & Budget Reconciliation Legislation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12564) on Feb. 12, 2026, by Megan S. Lynch
and James V. Saturno, Congress and legislative process specialists:
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Statutory PAYGO and Budget Reconciliation Legislation
This Insight provides a brief overview of statutory PAYGO, its application to reconciliation legislation, and the ways in which it has been addressed in relation to previously enacted budget reconciliation leg more
Supreme Court to Examine ERISA Pleading Standards Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11396) on Feb. 12, 2026, by legislative attorney Jennifer A. Staman:
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Supreme Court to Examine ERISA Pleading Standards
In January 2026, the Supreme Court agreed to hear Anderson v. Intel Corp. Investment Policy Committee, a case about what retirement plan participants and other plaintiffs must allege in a complaint to sue plan fiduciaries under the Employee Retireme more
Supreme Court Upholds Warrantless Entry in Emergency Aid Case Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11394) on Feb. 12, 2026, by legislative attorneys Dave S. Sidhu and Cassandra J. Barnum:
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Supreme Court Upholds Warrantless Entry in Emergency Aid Case
On January 14, 2026, the Supreme Court in Case v. Montana resolved when, under the Fourth Amendment, law enforcement may enter a home without a warrant to render aid in response to a public safety emergency inside. Pr more
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Block Grant Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48413) on Feb. 5, 2026, entitled "Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Block Grant: A Primer" by social policy specialist Gene Falk.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant provides federal grants to the 50 states, District of Columbia, and territories (collectively, "states"), as well as Indian tribes. TANF helps fund state-r more
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Block Grant Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48413) on Feb. 5, 2026, entitled "Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Block Grant - A Primer:"
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Furthering State Flexibility: Limitation on Federal Regulatory Authority
TANF's purpose of increasing flexibility is reinforced by a statutory limitation on federal regulation of state behavior under the block grant:
'No officer or employee of the Fed more
U.S. Courts of Appeals - Background & Circuit Splits From 2025 Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48846) on Feb. 6, 2026, entitled "The U.S. Courts of Appeals: Background and Circuit Splits from 2025."
The report is written by deputy assistant director Michael John Garcia, supervisory attorneys Craig W. Canetti and Tamsin G. Harrington.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The U.S. Courts of Appeals frequently act as the final arbiters of questions of law within their respective jurisdicti more
Congressional Rules Pertaining to Changes in Mandatory Program Spending in Appropriations Bills Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47705) on Feb. 3, 2026, entitled "Congressional Rules Pertaining to Changes in Mandatory Program Spending in Appropriations Bills (CHIMPs)."
The report is written by Drew C. Aherne, Megan S. Lynch and James V. Saturno, Congress and legislative process specialists:
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SUMMARY
When Congress considers legislation, it takes into account the proposal's potential budgetary effects. This helps more
Critical Minerals on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48302) on Jan. 22, 2026, entitled "Critical Minerals on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf: The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's Role and Issues for Congress" by natural resources policy specialists Caitlin Keating-Bitonti and Laura B. Comay.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The first and second Trump Administrations and the Biden Administration have issued executive orders announcing U.S. more
Critical Minerals on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48302) on Jan. 22, 2026, entitled "Critical Minerals on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf - The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's Role and Issues for Congress:"
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Critical Mineral Research and Evaluation Activities on the Outer Continental Shelf
In addition to administering the marine mineral leasing program for the OCS, BOEM has the responsibility to evalu more
Department of Education's Proposed Rule to Define "Professional Student" Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48768) on Feb. 5, 2026, entitled "Reserve Funds in the Congressional Budget Process: Frequently Asked Questions" by social policy specialist Alexandra Hegji.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Title VIII of P.L. 119-21 (also referred to as the FY2025 budget reconciliation law) amended the Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA) to update several aspects of the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (D more
Executive Order on Defense Contracting Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12654) on Feb. 11, 2026, by defense policy analyst Alexandra G. Neenan and legislative attorney Matthew D. Trout:
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Executive Order on Defense Contracting
The Department of Defense (DOD), which is "using a secondary Department of War designation" under Executive Order 14347 dated September 5, 2025, relies on a large and complex defense industrial base (DIB) to produce materi more
Telecommunications - CRS Products Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48520) on Feb. 11, 2026, entitled "Telecommunications: CRS Products" by senior research librarian Rachael D. Roan:
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SUMMARY
Telecommunications infrastructure and programs have a long history of congressional interest and present several issues for policymakers, including those related to fifth-generation (5G) and next-generation technologies, broadband deployment, emergency communication more
Defense Appropriations Process Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10514) on Feb. 11, 2026, by James V. Saturno, Congress and legislative process specialist and Cameron M. Keys, defense logistics and resource management policy analyst:
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Defense Primer: Defense Appropriations Process
The Constitution gives Congress the power of the purse in Article I, Section 9, which provides that "No money shall be drawn from the Treasury, but in Consequ more
Defense Primer - Procurement Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10599) on Feb. 11, 2026, by defense policy analyst Alexandra G. Neenan.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: Procurement
Overview
While procurement implies a process of obtaining goods or services, the word also refers to a specific title and to associated accounts within the typically annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and Department of Defense Appropriatio more
Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac Adopt Alternative Credit Scores Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12588) on Feb. 11, 2026, by financial economics specialist Darryl E. Getter:
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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Adopt Alternative Credit Scores
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are government-sponsored enterprises that collectively guarantee the default risks for a large share of U.S. single-family mortgages. The two are adopting scoring metrics that incorporate available rent, utiliti more
Fourth Amendment Meets the Fourth Estate - Law Enforcement Searches of Journalists Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11393) on Feb. 10, 2026, by legislative attorneys Cassandra J. Barnum and Peter G. Berris:
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The Fourth Amendment Meets the Fourth Estate: Law Enforcement Searches of Journalists
Law enforcement searches or confiscations of news media materials can raise questions about the intersection of the First Amendment to the Constitution, which guarantees freedom of the press, more
FY2026 NDAA - Status of Legislative Activity Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12653) on Feb. 10, 2026, by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen and defense policy analyst Daniel M. Gettinger.
Here are excerpts:
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FY2026 NDAA: Status of Legislative Activity
On May 2, 2025, President Donald Trump submitted documentation supporting the FY2026 budget request, including proposed funding for the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), at more
Geofence & Keyword Searches - Reverse Warrants & the Fourth Amendment Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48852) on Feb. 10, 2026, entitled "Geofence and Keyword Searches: Reverse Warrants and the Fourth Amendment" by legislative attorneys Peter G. Berris and Clay Wild.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
From thermal imaging and wiretaps to Global Positioning System (GPS) tracking and various forms of electronic eavesdropping, law enforcement's use of emerging technologies is sometimes in tension more
Geofence & Keyword Searches - Reverse Warrants & the Fourth Amendment Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48852) on Feb. 10, 2026, entitled "Geofence and Keyword Searches: Reverse Warrants and the Fourth Amendment:"
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Constitutionality of Geofence Searches
As previously discussed, determining the constitutionality of geofence searches typically involves two discrete analyses - whether the collection of geofence data itself constitutes a Fourth Amendment search, more
National African American History Month Speech Resources Topic of Fact Sheet
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following fact sheet (No. R44363) on Feb. 5, 2026, by Maya V. Thomas, reference and digital services librarian:
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National African American History Month Speech Resources: Fact Sheet
SUMMARY
This fact sheet links to authoritative information resources related to National African American History Month, which is also referred to as African American History Month and Black History Month. It is designed to assist more
Nuclear Cooperation With Other Countries Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RS22937) on Feb. 10, 2026, entitled "Nuclear Cooperation with Other Countries: A Primer" by nonproliferation specialists Paul K. Kerr and Mary Beth D. Nikitin.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
In order for the United States to engage in significant civilian nuclear cooperation with other states, it must conclude a framework agreement that meets specific requirements under Section 123 of the A more
Social Security - Benefit Calculation Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46658) on Jan. 26, 2026, entitled "Social Security: Benefit Calculation" by social policy specialist Barry F. Huston.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Old-Age and Survivors Insurance (OASI) and Disability Insurance (DI), commonly referred to on a combined basis as OASDI, are social insurance programs that protect insured workers and their family members against loss of income due to old age, more
Supreme Court Decisions Without a Majority Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13166) on Feb. 10, 2026, by legislative attorney Joanna R. Lampe:
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Supreme Court Decisions Without a Majority
Since 1869, the size of the U.S. Supreme Court has been set by statute at nine Justices. By longstanding Court practice, all of the Justices participate in most merits decisions and many other types of decisions, and the Court determines the outcome by majority vot more
Telecommunications & the 119th Congress - Primer on Programs, Authorities & Emerging Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12955) on Feb. 10, 2026.
The white paper is written by internet and telecommunications policy specialist Patricia Moloney Figliola and telecommunications policy specialists Colby Leigh Pechtol, Jill C. Gallagher and Amanda H. Peskin:
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Telecommunications and the 119th Congress: A Primer on Programs, Authorities, and Emerging Issues
The development and implementation of U. more
Benefit Reductions to Participants in Delphi Pension Plans Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12171) on Feb. 5, 2026, by income security specialist John J. Topoleski:
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Benefit Reductions to Participants in Delphi Pension Plans
Introduction
Delphi Technologies is a parts and components supplier to automakers that was spun off from General Motors (GM) in 1999. In May 2009, Delphi's pension plans were terminated, and responsibility for the payment of plan participant more
Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs Funding for FY2026 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10349) on Feb. 9, 2026, by Bryce H. P. Mendez, defense health care policy specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs Funding for FY2026
Members of Congress are frequently lobbied to add funding to annual defense appropriation legislation for certain medical research programs on a wide variety of diseases and topics. In addressing an more
Extension of New START Central Limits - Overview of the Expert Debate Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12640) on Feb. 9, 2026, by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink:
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Extension of New START Central Limits: Overview of the Expert Debate
The New START Treaty, a 2010 arms control agreement that imposes numerical caps (or central limits) on deployed U.S. and Russian nuclear weapons at intercontinental ranges, is set to expire on February 5, 2026. The treaty's provisions do not more
Iran's Nuclear Program & UN Sanctions Reimposition Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11583) on Feb. 9, 2026, by nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr:
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Iran's Nuclear Program and UN Sanctions Reimposition
UN Security Council Resolution 2231 (2015), which the council adopted on July 20, 2015, implements the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and contains other provisions concerning Iran's nuclear program, Tehran's development of missiles, and arm more
Navy Virginia-Class Submarine Program & AUKUS Submarine (Pillar 1) Project Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RL32418) on January 26, 2026, entitled "Navy Virginia-Class Submarine Program and AUKUS Submarine (Pillar 1) Project: Background and Issues for Congress" by naval affairs specialist Ronald O'Rourke.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Virginia-class submarine program. The Navy has been procuring Virginia (SSN-774) class nuclear-powered attack submarines (SSNs) since FY1998, and a total of 41 hav more
Navy Virginia-Class Submarine Program & AUKUS Submarine (Pillar 1) Project Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RL32418) on January 26, 2026, entitled "Navy Virginia-Class Submarine Program and AUKUS Submarine (Pillar 1) Project - Background and Issues for Congress:"
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AUKUS Submarine (Pillar 1) Project
Overview
In September 2021, the Australian, UK, and U.S. governments announced a significant new security partnership, called AUKUS (pronounced AW-kus, rhyming with ca more
Navy Virginia-Class Submarine Program & AUKUS Submarine (Pillar 1) Project Topic of CRS Report (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RL32418) on January 26, 2026, entitled "Navy Virginia-Class Submarine Program and AUKUS Submarine (Pillar 1) Project - Background and Issues for Congress:"
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Arguments for Instead Implementing Alternative Division-of-Labor Approach
Supporters of the alternative division-of-labor approach for performing SSN missions and non- SSN missions outlined earlier - in more
U.S. Army's Mobile Brigade Combat Team Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13128) on Feb. 9, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
Here are excerpts:
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The U.S. Army's Mobile Brigade Combat Team (MBCT)
The Mobile Brigade Combat Team (MBCT)
The U.S. Army is developing a type of formation called the Mobile Brigade Combat Team (MBCT) to enhance the mobility, flexibility, and survivability of Infant more
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12604) on Feb. 5, 2026, by defense health policy analyst Hannah D. Dennis and Asian affairs analyst Caitlin Campbell.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM)
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM, commonly referred to as INDOPACOM) is one of 11 unified combatant commands in the Department of Defense (DOD, which is "using a secondary Depa more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding Urges FDA to Simplify Compounding Drug Regulations
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration addressing regulatory challenges surrounding compounded drugs. The organization argued that the MOU mandated by a 1997 statute should apply only to distributions of compounded drugs and not to patient specific dispensing.
In its correspondence, APC emphasized the need for the FDA to develop a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that strictly adheres to the st more
American Drone Backs FAA Exemption For Industrial Spraying Operations
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- American Drone submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration supporting a petition for exemption from Remnant Technology Inc. The organization argues that broader authorization for hazardous material spraying in structural and industrial settings would improve worker safety and expand commercial drone applications.
American Drone, specializing in heavy-lift UAS operations, highlights the limitations of current regulations that restrict drone spr more
Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network Opposes Proposed Rule on Medicaid Funding for Gender-Affirming Care
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network, Lincoln, Nebraska, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing opposition to a proposed rule that would restrict Medicaid funding for gender-affirming procedures for children. The organization describes this rule as a politicization of healthcare and argues that it has detrimental implications for marginalized communities.
AWN is a national nonprofit dedicated to advocating fo more
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers & Trainmen Advocates for Safety Enhancements Associated With Positive Train Control
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration. The letter addresses the Belt Railway Company of Chicago's request for amendments to its positive train control (PTC) system, which includes proposed temporary outages for maintenance.
In their letter, the BLET expressed an interest in safety, not only for locomotive engineers but for the entire rail network in the United States. The organizat more
Center for Reproductive Rights Opposes Proposed Rule on Medicaid Gender-Affirming Care
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Center for Reproductive Rights, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services voicing opposition to a proposed rule that seeks to prohibit federal funding for gender-affirming care for children and youth. This proposed regulation could restrict access to critical healthcare services for transgender youth enrolled in Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program.
The C more
Central Council of Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes Oppose Changes To Federal Subsistence Governance In Alaska
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Central Council of Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior and the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding the program review of Subsistence Management for Public Lands in Alaska under the Federal Subsistence Regulations. The Tribe urged to preserve and strengthen subsistence protections mandated by Title VIII of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act.
The letter highlighted the his more
CMS Proposals Draw Criticism From Pediatric Bioethicists Over HHS Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services (CMS) is facing backlash regarding proposed changes to Medicaid funding for gender-affirming procedures for minors, as conveyed in a public comment letter submitted by a coalition of pediatric bioethicists. The proposed rules are based on a report released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) entitled "Treatment of Pediatric Gender Dysphoria," which the authors characterize as significantly flawed in ethical re more
Colorado Association of Nurse Anesthesiology Urges Inclusion of Nurse Anesthesia Degrees as Professional Degrees
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Colorado Association of Nurse Anesthesiology has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging the inclusion of nurse anesthesia degrees, specifically the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) and PhD, as professional degrees in its proposed rule regarding the definition of professional degrees.
In the letter, the organization emphasizes that CRNAs undergo rigorous education and training, culminatin more
Comment letter Advocates For Continued Access To Gender-Affirming Care
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, advocating for the preservation of gender-affirming care for transgender individuals. The counselor, who specializes in working with nonbinary adults, emphasizes the critical role that comprehensive and affirming healthcare plays in improving mental health outcomes among this population.
The letter highlights the alarming trend of government overreach and its impact on mental health, particularly more
Comment Letter Seeks Clarification on CPE Audit Protocols
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), requesting clarification on various points related to compliance program audits and the associated protocols. The letter addresses concerns about the requirements for annual independent auditor evaluations and seeks to confirm expectations given recent changes.
In its correspondence, the organization questions whether there remains a requirement to conduct an annual Compliance Program Effective more
Comment Raises Concerns Over VA's Interim Final Rule on Disability Ratings
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A letter from a has raised serious concerns regarding the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) interim final rule related to how medication effects are assessed in disability ratings. The public comment letter, submitted amid the rule's implementation, outlines various issues that necessitate deeper investigation and clarity from the agency.
The organization asserts that the rule marks a substantial interpretative shift in the evaluation process of disability severit more
Concerns Raised Over Federal Rule Impacting Pediatric Transgender Healthcare
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter was submitted to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing deep concerns regarding a recent federal rule related to pediatric transgender healthcare. The letter highlights how the rule contradicts America's historical commitment to scientific excellence and urges the government to encourage further research in this underexplored field.
The organization asserts that the justifications for the federal rule lack a foundation rooted i more
Concerns Raised Over Proposed CMS Regulations on Gender-Affirming Care
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter submitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has ignited significant concern regarding the agency's proposed regulations that could restrict Medicare and Medicaid funding for gender-affirming care. The letter, authored by a trans woman with a background in transgender youth medical care and biology, expresses deep apprehension about the implications of the proposed rule and the methods of justification used by the agency.
The l more
Consumer Groups Urge Improvements To Consumer Product Safety Commission Safety Database
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Consumer Federation of America, Consumer Reports and Safe Infant Sleep have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission urging to preserve and strengthen its publicly available consumer product safety information database, SaferProducts.gov, as part of a review under Docket No. CPSC-2010-0041.
Over the past 15 years, SaferProducts.gov has become an essential resource, significantly influencing consumer behavior by providing early warni more
Diagnostic Imaging Interoperability Standards Under Scrutiny
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- In a public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, an advocate raised concerns regarding the evolving role of diagnostic imaging in behavioral health assessment and treatment. The correspondence emphasizes the critical intersection of technology advancements, particularly artificial intelligence, with potential legal and ethical implications for patient privacy.
The organization highlights that while imaging has not traditionally bee more
Downtown Boathouse Critiques Proposed Restrictions on Human Powered Vessels
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Downtown Boathouse Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Coast Guard regarding proposed rules that impact human powered vessels in Regulated Area B. The organization raises concerns about restrictions that may hinder their operations during a critical time.
In the letter, Downtown Boathouse highlights the significance of their programming, which includes a walk-up free kayaking initiative, tailored to serve diverse communities including youth and underser more
Edison Electric Institute Supports for Florida Power & Light's UAS Exemption Grows
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration showing support for Florida Power & Light Company's (FPL) petition for exemption. EEI emphasizes the critical need for reliable electric service and rapid infrastructure recovery in the face of extreme weather.
The letter details how FPL's petition is well-founded, demonstrating a comprehensive safety case that meets FAA expect more
Empire Offshore Wind Raises Concerns Over Proposed Marine Planning Impacting Energy Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Empire Offshore Wind LLC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Coast Guard addressing proposed safety and vessel management measures tied to the July 2026 Sail 4th 250 International Naval Review in the Port of New York and New Jersey. The company raises concerns that portions of the proposed staging and spectator zones may intersect with the Empire Wind 1 submarine export cable and related offshore energy infrastructure.
In its letter, Empire Offshore Wind emphasi more
Environmental Defense Fund Raises Concerns Over PHMSA's Enforcement Policy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) has submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) expressing concerns regarding changes to the enforcement policy. This letter addresses PHMSA's notice of applications for modifications to three permits published in the Federal Register on Feb. 2, 2026.
The EDF argues that under current statutes, PHMSA is authorized to issue special permits only after a thorough safety analysis more
Environmental Defense Fund Raises Concerns Over PHMSA's Special Permit Actions
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) has submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) expressing concerns regarding special permit actions related to hazardous materials.
In the letter, EDF outlines the statutory authority granted to PHMSA, allowing the agency to issue, modify, or terminate special permits that allow variances from applicable laws and regulations for the transportation of hazardous materials. The more
Equality Federation Opposes Proposed Rule on Transgender Care in Medicaid
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Equality Federation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services opposing a proposed rule that would prohibit federal Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program funding for gender affirming care for minors.
The letter highlights that the rule aims to misuse federal funding as a means to discriminate against transgender youth and their families, undermining the agency's mission of more
Federal Subsistence Management Program Under Scrutiny Amid Calls for Protection
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Ahtna region's rural communities are raising alarms regarding the potential weakening of federal protections for subsistence practices, as articulated in a public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of the Interior's Office of the Secretary. The letter emphasizes the importance of maintaining the Federal Subsistence Management Program (FSMP) and Federal Subsistence Board (FSB) to uphold the rural subsistence priorities established under the Alaska National more
HLN Consulting Voices Concerns Over Proposed Health IT Rule Changes
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- HLN Consulting LLC has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology regarding the proposed HTI-5 draft rule. The firm expressed apprehensions that the proposed regulatory changes could complicate interoperability within the public health landscape.
In its letter, HLN Consulting conveyed its belief that, contrary to the proposed aims, the draft regulations may detr more
Humana Raises Concerns Over Proposed CMS Changes to Prior Authorization and Data Entry Protocols
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Humana Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding proposed changes to the CMS Plan Benefit Package and Formulary 2027 requirements, warning that certain prior authorization and data entry revisions could impose major operational burdens on Medicare Advantage and Part D plans.
In its commentary, Humana expressed support for CMS's ongoing efforts to streamline prior auth more
Independent Beauty Association Calls for Clarity on Mandatory Cosmetics Recalls
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Independent Beauty Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration urging clearer standards and greater transparency in how the agency will interpret and implement its mandatory cosmetics recall authority under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act, particularly regarding evidentiary thresholds, risk assessments and procedural safeguards for small and mid-sized businesses.
Founded in 1974, IBA's membership consists of more
Manhattan Community Board 1 Seeks Exemption for Downtown Boathouse Amid Proposed Security Restrictions
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Manhattan Community Board 1 has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Coast Guard advocating for operational accommodations for the downtown boathouse in light of proposed security restrictions related to the upcoming Sail 4th 250 event. The community board emphasizes the importance of the boathouse's free public kayaking program, which is set to be impacted by the restrictions.
The proposed restrictions, scheduled from July 1 to July 9, would restrict human-p more
Maryland Commission on LGBTQIA+ Affairs Voices Opposition to Proposed Medicaid Funding Ban
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Maryland Commission on LGBTQIA+ Affairs has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing opposition to the proposed rule which seeks to prohibit federal Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program funding for certain medical procedures aimed at transgender and intersex children.
In its commentary, the commission outlines several key concerns regarding the proposed rule's implications. It argues that the term "sex-re more
Mass. Transgender Political Coalition Urges HHS To Withdraw Proposed Medicaid And CHIP Restrictions On Youth Gender Affirming Care
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services opposing a proposed rule that would bar the use of federal Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program funds for gender affirming healthcare for minors.
The coalition, which has been championing the rights of transgender, nonbinary, and gender-expansive individuals since 2001, argues that more
Middle States Commission on Higher Education Urges Education Department to Enhance E-Recognition System
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Middle States Commission on Higher Education has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education addressing the proposal for an extension of a currently approved information collection request related to the e-recognition system.
In its letter, MSCHE acknowledges the Department's invitation for feedback concerning various aspects of the proposed collection, including its necessity, timely processing, accuracy of burden estimates, and potential im more
National Immigration Forum Backs DHS Rule to Eliminate One-Year Departure Requirement for R-1 Religious Workers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The National Immigration Forum has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security expressing support for an interim final rule designed to improve continuity for religious organizations and their employees. This rule aims to alleviate challenges faced by R-1 nonimmigrant religious workers by removing the requirement for these individuals to remain outside the U.S. for one year after reaching their maximum stay period.
The Forum, a nonprofit more
Native Village of Afognak Opposes Changes to Federal Subsistence Management Program
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Native Village of Afognak submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior expressing opposition to proposals that could weaken, restructure or eliminate the Federal Subsistence Board (FSB) or the Office of Subsistence Management or the federal rural subsistence priority established under Title VIII of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act.
In their letter, the Native Village of Afognak underscored that the federal government has more
OPM Proposal Sparks Concerns Over Suitability Review Process
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has drawn scrutiny following its public comment letter requesting an independent administrative review process for adverse employment suitability decisions. This letter, submitted to OPM, indicates a contentious relationship between the agency and the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), with implications for federal employment practices and national security.
The OPM argues that the proposed changes are based on a need for clari more
Opposition Grows Against Proposed Ban on Gender-Affirming Care Funding
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A letter addressed to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has raised significant concerns regarding proposed regulations that would prohibit federal funding for gender-affirming procedures for children. The letter, sent by a concerned citizen and parent of a transgender child, argues that these proposed rules would not only deprive vulnerable populations of essential healthcare but also undermine the fundamental relationship between patients, families, a more
Opposition Mounts Against Medicaid Funding Ban for Gender-Affirming Care for Youth
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in opposition to a proposed rule that would prohibit federal Medicaid funding for gender-affirming medical interventions for youth up to 19 years old. The letter critiques the proposal as detrimental to the mental health and well-being of transgender youth, highlighting the contradictions between the proposed rule and established medical practices.
The proposed rule, labeled CMS-2451-P, contradi more
Opposition to Proposed Medicaid Restrictions on Gender-Affirming Care
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter issued by a Bloomington, Minnesota resident expresses strong opposition to proposed rule changes under 42 CFR Parts 441 and 457, CMS-2451-P, RIN 0938-AV73, which would prevent hospitals from receiving Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Fund (CHIP) funding if they provide gender-affirming care to minors. The letter was directed to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), highlighting concerns from families utilizing these services.
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Ore. Health Authority Raises Concerns Over Proposed Deregulatory Actions for Health Data Standards
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Oregon Health Authority Public Health Data Modernization Office has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Coordinator for Health Information Technology addressing proposed regulatory changes. The agency is scrutinizing deregulatory actions that could undermine health information technology standards, implementation specifications, certification criteria and certification programs tied to public health data exchan more
Partnership for Public Service Urges OPM to Strengthen Executive Development Programs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Partnership for Public Service has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) addressing the proposed rule which aims to enhance the recruitment and preparation of future leaders within the senior executive service in federal agencies.
The Partnership commends the proposed focus on the Candidate Development Programs (CDPs), recognizing their role in equipping future SES candidates with vital executive skills. However, it highlights c more
Proposed HHS Rule on Gender-Affirming Care Sparks Controversy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A recent public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has condemned the agency's proposed rule CMS-2451-P, which seeks to prohibit Medicare coverage for certain "sex-rejecting procedures for children." Critics argue that the rule represents a substantial governmental overreach that could inflict harm on American families while providing limited benefits.
The organization behind the letter asserts that while the HHS claims to ac more
Proposed Medicaid Regulations on Gender Affirming Care Face Opposition
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter from a national medical organization is voicing strong opposition to proposed regulations that would prohibit federal funding for gender affirming treatments under Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). The letter, addressed to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, stresses that medical decisions surrounding gender affirming care should remain in the hands of patients, their doctors, and parents of minors.
The orga more
Proposed Medicaid Rule Sparks Controversy Over Funding for Sex-Rejecting Procedures for Minors
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The organization's public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) outlines a strong opposition to the proposed rule CMS-2451-P, which seeks to prohibit federal funding for what the agency describes as "sex-rejecting procedures" (SRPs) for children. The letter details multiple concerns surrounding the potential impacts of the rule on medical care and children's rights across the country.
In the letter, the organization argues that the proposed more
Proposed Paddlecraft Ban for Historic Maritime Celebration Sparks Concerns
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter addressed to the U.S. Coast Guard has raised significant concerns over a proposed ban on human-powered boats during the upcoming SAIL 4th/International Naval Review (INR) 250 celebration scheduled for July in the Port of New York and New Jersey. The letter, submitted by a retired public school teacher and experienced kayaker, criticizes the decision to exclude paddlecraft and rowboats from a designated area for nine days, arguing that such a ban goe more
Proposed Rules on Gender-Affirming Care Draws Strong Opposition
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter from Hailey Greenstone has raised significant concerns regarding proposed rules CMS-3481-P and CMS-2451-P that may restrict access to gender-affirming care for transgender and gender-diverse youth. Greenstone, a future OB/GYN, emphasizes the need to protect the well-being of this vulnerable population, advocating against what she describes as harmful regulatory changes by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
In her letter, Greenstone more
Santa Cruz Community Health Centers Urges Withdrawal of Proposed Medicaid Funding Ban for Transgender Youth
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Santa Cruz Community Health Centers (SCCH) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding a proposed rule that would prohibit federal Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) funding for gender-affirming procedures for individuals under the age of 18 or 19.
The proposed rule aims to restrict funding for medically necessary gender-affirming care, including puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgeries. more
Support for 510(k) Exemption for Radiology AI Devices Grows Among Radiologists
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A recent public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) highlights the urgent need for a partial 510(k) exemption for radiology computer-aided detection (CADe), diagnosis (CADx), and triage (CADt) devices. The letter, authored by a practicing radiologist, underscores the pressing challenges facing medical imaging practices amidst increasing workloads and limited staffing resources.
The letter emphasizes how advancements in artificial intell more
Support for NOAA's Proposal on Fishing Permits Gains Momentum
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter submitted to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) emphasizes the importance of issuing Exempted Fishing Permits to North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. The initiative is viewed as a crucial step towards establishing a long-term, state-led management strategy for a vital recreational fishery in the region.
In the letter, the organization expresses concern over the current federal management measures for recreat more
Trump Administration's Attacks on Transgender Health Raise Major Concerns
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter submitted by a leading health advocacy organization has raised significant alarms regarding the ongoing attacks by the Trump administration on transgender health care. The letter was addressed to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and highlights the dire consequences of these policies on both domestic and global health initiatives.
The organization stresses that the recent executive order prohibiting funding for gender-affirming healt more
Veteran Appeals Proposed Reduction of Disability Evaluation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) opposing the proposed reduction of his service-connected disability evaluation. The veteran argues that the agency's assessment relied heavily on the effects of medication rather than the actual severity of his condition.
In the letter, Raynsford references a recent amendment to 38 C.F.R. Sec. 4.10, which addresses how veterans should be compensated for their disabilities. This amendment cla more
Veterans Advocate Opposes New VA Disability Rating Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter has raised serious concerns regarding an interim final rule amending the disability rating process administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The public comment letter, which expresses strong opposition to the rule published on February 17, 2026, argues that the changes will negatively impact millions of veterans.
Leach contends that the rule unfairly penalizes veterans who adhere to prescribed medical treatments by lowering their dis more
Veterans Group Opposes VA Rule Impacting Disability Ratings Based on Medication Use
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), expressing strong opposition to an interim final rule that proposes basing disability ratings on veterans' impairment levels with medication. The organization asserts that this rule undermines the true nature of veterans' service-connected disabilities by relying on the effects of medication rather than evaluating the actual severity of their conditions.
The organization argues that medications are n more
Wilderness Society Calls for Federal Oversight in Subsistence Management Review
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Wilderness Society has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Departments of the Interior and U.S. Departments of Agriculture expressing concerns about the proposed review of federal subsistence management regulations that affect public lands in Alaska.
The Wilderness Society emphasizes its long-standing commitment to the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA), particularly Title VIII, which establishes a mandatory subsistence priority for rur more
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Bureau of Safety & Environmental Enforcement Issues Information Collection Notice on Application for Permit to Modify & Supporting Documentation
WASHINGTON, Dec. 29 (TNSinfo) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement issued the following information collection:
Title of Collection: "Application for Permit to Modify (APM) and Supporting Documentation." (See 30 CFR 250.465.)
OMB Control Number: 1014-0026.
Form Number: BSEE-0124.
Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection.
Respondents/Affected Public: Potential respondents include Federal OCS oil, gas, and sulfur lessees and more
USDA Issues Information Collection Notice on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Reporting of Lottery & Gambling, & Resource Verification
WASHINGTON, Dec. 29 (TNSinfo) -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following information collection:
Title: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Reporting of Lottery and Gambling, and Resource Verification.
OMB Control Number: 0584-0621.
Summary of Collection: In accordance with section 4009 of the Agricultural Act of 2014, households in which members receive substantial lottery and gambling winnings are ineligible for SNAP until they meet allowable financial resources and i more
