2026 Faculty Achievement Award Winners to Be Honored at FSU Convocation
FROSTBURG, Maryland, May 12 -- Frostburg State University issued the following news:
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2026 Faculty Achievement Award Winners to be Honored at FSU Convocation
Four recipients of the 2026 Faculty Achievement Awards will be recognized at the Frostburg State University Honors Convocation on Wednesday, May 20. The awards are made possible through generous gifts to the FSU Foundation, Inc. In addition, outstanding graduating seniors will be honored by their academic departments for excellence more
Adler University: Not Redundant, But Reimagined - Noosha Mehdian, Ph.D.'s Work With AI in Education at Oxford University
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 12 -- Adler University issued the following news:
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Not redundant, but reimagined: Noosha Mehdian, Ph.D.'s work with AI in Education at Oxford University
As artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies continue to reshape higher education, questions about the role of educators are becoming increasingly pressing.
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As artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies continue to reshape higher education, questions about the role of educators are b more
Aeva Adopts Cadence Tensilica Vision DSP to Advance Lidar Performance and Efficiency
SAN JOSE, California, May 12 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Cadence Design Systems, a provider of electronic design automation and semiconductor intellectual property, issued the following news release on May 11, 2026:
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Aeva Adopts Cadence Tensilica Vision DSP to Advance Lidar Performance and Efficiency
Cadence (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced that Aeva, a leader in next-generation sensing and perception systems, has licensed Cadence(R) Tensilica(R) Vision DSP IP to accelerate signa more
AUVSI Unveils Board Leadership at XPONENTIAL 2026 as Autonomy Moves to Scale
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 12 -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International issued the following news release:
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AUVSI Unveils Board Leadership at XPONENTIAL 2026 as Autonomy Moves to Scale
The autonomy industry is entering its next phase--and AUVSI is aligning its leadership accordingly.
At XPONENTIAL 2026, the world's largest global conference dedicated to the cross-domain robotics and autonomous systems industry, AUVSI, the trade association for the industry and co-hos more
Case Western Reserve: 3 Faculty Members Named Distinguished University Professors
CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 12 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news:
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Three faculty members named Distinguished University Professors
Case Western Reserve University is home to exceptional faculty scholars across a wide range of fields. They drive innovation, collaboration and creativity, inspiring their students to do the same.
Each year, in recognition of the important role faculty play at our institution, the university selects outstanding faculty members for the tit more
DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, May 12 -- CompTIA posted the following news release:
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CIAT launches CompTIA SecAI+ bootcamps focused on AI-driven cyber defense skills
Intensive one-week program debuts this month
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NATIONAL CITY, Calif. - California Institute of Applied Technology (CIAT), in cooperation with CompTIA, will launch a new intensive education program this month that melds artificial intelligence and cybersecurity skills.
CIAT's CompTIA SecAI+ Bootcamp is designed for cybersecurity more
Common Sense Media Releases New Research on EU Families' Views on AI
SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 12 (TNSrpt) -- Common Sense Media issued the following news release on May 11, 2026:
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Common Sense Media Releases New Research on EU Families' Views on AI
Teens are optimistic about AI's future. Their parents are not. And across generations, almost no one trusts the companies building it.
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Today, Common Sense Media and SocialSphere released new research on how families across the European Union view artificial intelligence. The findings reveal a wide gen more
CrowdStrike Named Frost & Sullivan's Company of the Year for Identity Threat Detection and Response
AUSTIN, Texas, May 12 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on May 11, 2026:
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CrowdStrike Named Frost & Sullivan's Company of the Year for Identity Threat Detection and Response
Continuous, risk-aware identity security becomes the market standard as AI agents and non-human identities (NHIs) expose the limitations of fragmented, static access controls
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Duke Engineering Celebrates the Class of 2026
DURHAM, North Carolina, May 12 -- Duke University Pratt School of Engineering issued the following news:
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Duke Engineering Celebrates the Class of 2026
On Sunday, May 10, 2026, Duke Engineering celebrated over 1,200 graduates from its various programs.
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On a gorgeous May weekend in Durham, students and their families and supporters celebrated the 102nd class of graduates from Duke University. Within a weekend filled with emotions and memories, a series of events recognized the many ac more
FIU: Your Waiter is a Robot - 4 Tech Innovations in the Hospitality Industry Science & Technology
MIAMI, Florida, May 12 -- Florida International University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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Your waiter is a robot? 4 tech innovations in the hospitality industry
Science & Technology
By Isabella Santiago
What if you walked into a hotel and were greeted by an AI robot who was programmed to have the answers to every question you could imagine?
This isn't a distant, dystopian future. This is happening right here and now.
FIU's Chaplin more
Foundation for Economic Education Posts Commentary: Polar Plan for Banking
DETROIT, Michigan, May 12 -- The Foundation for Economic Education posted the following commentary by independent writer Alex Rosado:
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A Polar Plan for Banking
Two ATMs on the Antarctic frontier.
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The word Antarctica brings to mind images of desolation and glaciers, and may even give you goosebumps when thinking of its subzero temperatures. For one American company, the emptiness was an opportunity to bring banking and convenience to a continent once thought to be a buffer to the free more
Gartner 2026 CMO Spend Survey Finds CMOs Allocate 15.3% of Marketing Budgets to AI, But Only 30% Are Ready to Scale AI Capabilities
STAMFORD, Connecticut, May 12 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner 2026 CMO Spend Survey Finds CMOs Allocate 15.3% of Marketing Budgets to AI, But Only 30% Are Ready to Scale AI Capabilities
Marketing Budgets Remain Effectively Flat as CMOs Face Pressure to Deliver AI-Enabled Growth and Efficiency
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CMOs are allocating an average of 15.3% of marketing budgets to AI initiatives, yet most marketing organ more
Gartner Says Lack of Semantics Causes Inaccurate AI Agents and Wasted Spending
STAMFORD, Connecticut, May 12 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Says Lack of Semantics Causes Inaccurate AI Agents and Wasted Spending
Cutting Corners on Data Context and Semantic Foundations Will Increase Costs
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Neglecting semantics will cause AI agents to be inaccurate and inefficient, exposing organizations to wasted spending and increased data and AI governance vulnerabilities, said Gartner, In more
Gartner Survey Reveals Marketing Leaders Expect AI Automation of Marketing Work to Double by 2028
STAMFORD, Connecticut, May 12 (TNSxrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Survey Reveals Marketing Leaders Expect AI Automation of Marketing Work to Double by 2028
Analysts Discuss How CMOs Can Accelerate AI Success at the Gartner Marketing Symposium/Xpo, May 11-12, in London
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Marketing leaders expect AI-driven automation of marketing work to more than double, from 16% in 2026 to 36% by 2028, according to a more
Grant Thornton Report Highlights Progress Across Environmental, Workforce Priorities
WASHINGTON, May 12 (TNSLrpt) -- U.S. Appendix: 2025 ESG Report - A report from Grant Thornton, London, England - May 2026 (17 pages)
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Grant Thornton issued a report outlining its progress on environmental, social, and governance priorities across its United States operations, focusing on emissions reduction, workforce development, governance standards, and sustainability reporting practices. The report provides detailed data on the organization's environmental performance, employee initia more
Hackett Group Establishes AI World Class Benchmarks for the Agentic Enterprise
MIAMI, May 12 -- The Hackett Group, a consulting and executive advisory firm, issued the following news release on May 11, 2026:
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The Hackett Group(R) Establishes AI World Class Benchmarks for the Agentic Enterprise
AI World Class Benchmarks identify 75% additional performance gains across most strategic end-to-end processes
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The Hackett Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HCKT), an ROI-led AI transformation firm, today announced AI World Class enterprise performance benchmarks - a major expansion o more
How Syracuse's Class of 2026 Turned Disruption Into Strength
SYRACUSE, New York, May 12 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
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How Syracuse's Class of 2026 Turned Disruption Into Strength
Acting Chancellor J. Michael Haynie's first Commencement address was equal parts tribute and challenge.
Kelly Homan Rodoski
Acting Chancellor J. Michael Haynie wasn't supposed to be the one standing at the podium in the JMA Wireless Dome on Sunday, May 10. And he said so.
Haynie opened Syracuse University's Class of 2026 Commencement with a solemn more
HPE Introduces Industry-First 64 TB Memory Server for SAP Cloud ERP and Business-Critical Workloads
SPRING, Texas, May 12 -- Hewlett Packard Enterprise, an information technology company, issued the following news release on May 11, 2026:
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HPE introduces industry-first 64 TB memory server for SAP Cloud ERP and business-critical workloads
HPE Compute Scale-up Server 3250 is the successor to industry-leading system available for RISE with SAP
In this article
* HPE announced HPE Compute Scale-up Server 3250, a large, in-memory database server for critical and complex business workloads. more
Johns Hopkins University: FDA Approves Early Warning System for Sepsis
BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 12 -- Johns Hopkins University issued the following news:
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FDA approves early warning system for sepsis
The AI system detects deadly infections faster than doctors, saving thousands of lives from a condition that claims more than 250,000 lives each year in the U.S.
By Jill Rosen
An early warning system for sepsis, one of the deadliest infections for hospital patients, has been approved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, one of the first AI-based more
Lockheed Martin Proves Seeker Capabilities for U.S. Army Next-Generation Short-Range Interceptor Competition
BETHESDA, Maryland, May 12 [Category: BizAerospace] -- Lockheed Martin posted the following news release:
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Lockheed Martin Proves Seeker Capabilities for U.S. Army Next-Generation Short-Range Interceptor Competition
Seeker characterization test displays 100% success of a missile seeker finding a target
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The Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) QuadStar(TM) missile recently successfully completed the Next-Generation Short-Range Interceptor (NGSRI) Seeker Characterization Flight Test (SCFT), a c more
Morgan Stanley Sustainable Signals: Companies Continue Executing Sustainability Strategies But Progress Has Slowed, According to New Survey
NEW YORK, May 12 (TNSbrep) -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release:
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Morgan Stanley Sustainable Signals: Companies Continue Executing Sustainability Strategies But Progress Has Slowed, According to New Survey
* Over 90% of corporate decision-makers continue to advance sustainability strategies, yet fewer believe they are meeting or exceeding expectations
* Majority of respondents see sustainability as both a value creation and more
NTI CEO Christine Wormuth on Opportunities to Strengthen Security Through Cooperation at the Trump-Xi Summit
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Nuclear Threat Initiative issued the following news:
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NTI CEO Christine Wormuth on Opportunities to Strengthen Security Through Cooperation at the Trump-Xi Summit
President Trump and President Xi will meet in Beijing on May 14-15 against a backdrop of significant geopolitical turmoil and rapid technological change. In a relationship as complex and far-reaching as the United States and China's, disagreement and competition are inevitable, but cooperation is essen more
Ohio's Best Advocates for Employee Ownership Are Here at Kent State
KENT, Ohio, May 12 -- Kent State University issued the following news:
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Ohio's Best Advocates for Employee Ownership Are Here at Kent State
When Ray Strumbly started to envision his retirement and the future of the business he spent decades cultivating, the idea of selling to private equity didn't sit well with him.
"In my long history, I've yet to meet a private equity organization that made a company better. Usually, it has to do with reducing headcount and creating efficiencies, and more
Paren Knadjian Named to LA500 List for 2026
NEW YORK, May 12 -- EisnerAmper, a provider of audit, accounting and tax, advisory and outsourcing services, issued the following news:
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Paren Knadjian Named to LA500 List for 2026
Global business advisory firm EisnerAmper is pleased to announce that partner Paren Knadjian has been named to the Los Angeles Business Journal's (LABJ's) LA500 List for 2026. This is the second consecutive year Paren has made this prestigious list.
LA500 celebrates the most influential leaders and impactful more
Penn State-Great Valley Celebrates 468 Graduates at 2026 Commencement Ceremony
MALVERN, Pennsylvania, May 12 -- Pennsylvania State University Great Valley campus issued the following news:
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Great Valley celebrates 468 graduates at 2026 commencement ceremony
By Allison Duncan
Penn State Great Valley held a commencement ceremony on May 8 to celebrate 468 students who graduated with their master's degrees this past academic year.
Some graduates and their families and friends traveled from states as far away as California, Florida and Texas, as well as countries such more
Purdue University Northwest Graduates Urged to Hold Onto Virtues Amid Technological Advancements
WESTVILLE, Indiana, May 12 -- Purdue University Northwest issued the following news release:
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Purdue University Northwest graduates urged to hold onto virtues amid technological advancements
Major shifts in modern-day technologies, such as artificial intelligence, are transforming how people learn, work, communicate and more.
Sometimes, these changes can feel scary or concerning for how they will impact the future. However, the needs that people have -- forming connections, providing he more
Read the Newest NCFR Journal Research
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 12 -- The National Council on Family Relations issued the following news on May 11, 2026:
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Read the Newest NCFR Journal Research
Read 12 New Early-View Articles Published May 3-9
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Keep up with the latest research from NCFR's three scholarly journals -- Journal of Marriage and Family (JMF), Family Relations: Interdisciplinary Journal of Applied Family Science (FR), and Journal of Family Theory & Review (JFTR).
Most Recent Journal Issues:
JMF April 2026 issue more
Rutgers: Graduate School of Education Professor Is Named Co-Editor of Premier Journal
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, May 12 -- Rutgers University issued the following news:
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Graduate School of Education Professor Is Named Co-Editor of Premier Journal
Marybeth Gasman will colead "Educational Researcher," bringing national distinction to Rutgers and amplifying its impact on equity-centered education scholarship
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Marybeth Gasman, associate dean for research at the Rutgers Graduate School of Education, has been appointed co-editor of Educational Researcher, the premier journal more
Rutgers: Research Teams Receive Funding for Projects Using Biomedical Informatics and AI
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, May 12 -- Rutgers University issued the following news:
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Research Teams Receive Funding for Projects Using Biomedical Informatics and AI
The grants will support Rutgers-wide collaborations involving research on drug management, cancer and stroke rehabilitation
By Nicole Swenarton
The Rutgers Center for Biomedical Informatics and Health Artificial Intelligence selected three interdisciplinary research teams as recipients of its annual Pilot Grant Awards.
Thr more
SAG-AFTRA National Board Decisively Approves TV/Theatrical Deal
LOS ANGELES, California, May 12 -- The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) issued the following news release on May 11, 2026:
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SAG-AFTRA National Board Decisively Approves TV/Theatrical Deal
The SAG-AFTRA National Board met today in a special videoconference meeting and decisively voted to approve the tentative agreement reached for the 2026 TV/Theatrical Contracts. The agreement will now be submitted to the membership for ratification with more
ScienceSoft Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2025 North America Enabling Technology Leadership Recognition for Advancing Patient Engagement and Telehealth Innovation
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 12 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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ScienceSoft Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2025 North America Enabling Technology Leadership Recognition for Advancing Patient Engagement and Telehealth Innovation
ScienceSoft is recognized for enabling real-time patient engagement through AI-driven conversational technologies that streamline telehealth more
Sen. Sanders Statement on Upcoming U.S.-China AI Talks
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, issued the following statement on May 11, 2026:
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Sanders Statement on Upcoming U.S.-China AI Talks
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) today released the following statement on upcoming talks between President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
When I convened leading American and Chinese scientists at the U.S. Capitol, they warned that the world is woefully unprepared for the threats posed by the rapid and uncontrolled development of arti more
Siemens Democratizes EDA Software Access for European Electronics Industry Through the Chips JU European Chips Design Platform Project
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Siemens USA, a technology company that say it focuses on industry, infrastructure, transport and healthcare, issued the following news release:
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Siemens democratizes EDA software access for European electronics industry through the Chips JU European Chips Design Platform (EuroCDP) project
* Streamlined access to advanced electronic design automation (EDA) software for European semiconductor innovation
* Lowers barrier for smaller companies, startups and research in more
Trustmi Now a Nacha Preferred Partner for Risk and Fraud Prevention, Fraud Monitoring, and Account Validation
RESTON, Virginia, May 12 -- Nacha - The Electronic Payments Association issued the following news release:
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Trustmi Now a Nacha Preferred Partner for Risk and Fraud Prevention, Fraud Monitoring, and Account Validation
Nacha announced that Trustmi has become a Nacha Preferred Partner for Risk and Fraud Prevention, Fraud Monitoring, and Account Validation.
Trustmi's behavioral artificial intelligence platform is built to help detect and stop ACH payments authorized under False Pretenses-- more
U.S. Beauty Market Delivers Steady First Quarter Growth, Circana Reports
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 12 (TNSxrep) -- Circana, a company that says it is a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, issued the following news release:
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US Beauty Market Delivers Steady First Quarter Growth, Circana Reports
Value consciousness, treatment led demand, and digital acceleration shape performance
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U.S. beauty industry performance was nearly on par across both the prestige and mass retail sides of the business in the first quarter (Q1) of the year. Prestige r more
UIS Bloomberg Lab Connects High School Students to Careers
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 12 -- The University of Illinois Springfield campus issued the following news:
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UIS Bloomberg lab connects high school students to careers
Author: Blake Wood
During the spring semester 2026, the University of Illinois Springfield College of Business and Management welcomed 35 high school students from across central Illinois to campus for hands-on learning experiences using Bloomberg Terminals in its new Sean and Taryn Grant/Landmark Auto Trading Lab.
Student more
University of Michigan: Robots, AI to Help Shipbuilding Stay on Track
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 12 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:
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Robots, AI to help shipbuilding stay on track
American and Japanese researchers will develop robots and AI to help shipbuilders pivot when the built ship deviates from the planned design
Key takeaways
* As ships are built, internal parts--pipes, cables and equipment--can arrive out of order, and scheduling pressure can cause parts to be installed such that the remaining parts no longer fit as expected more
University of Rochester: Leadership Conversation With Kathy Parrinello
ROCHESTER, New York, May 12 -- The University of Rochester issued the following news:
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Leadership Conversation with Kathy Parrinello
The Strong Memorial and Highland Hospital CEO talks about expanding and enhancing care in and outside the hospital.
Matt Cook
Academic medical centers are constantly striving to do three very difficult things at the same time: deliver world-class, cost-effective care; train a new generation of clinicians; and push the standard of care through research. To more
2026 CURE highlights student research and engagement at NIU
DEKALB, Illinois, May 11 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news:
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2026 CURE highlights student research and engagement at NIU
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Undergraduate Research month culminated with the 2026 Conference on Undergraduate Research and Engagement (CURE) at NIU. CURE brought together over 300 students to share 208 research, artistry and engagement projects. 100 judges played a key role by providing students with feedback on their ability to communicate their work in meaningful and more
2nd annual Start with Leadership Conference brings more than 300 professionals to UMSL for afternoon of learning, networking
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, May 11 -- The University of Missouri St. Louis campus posted the following news:
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2nd annual Start with Leadership Conference brings more than 300 professionals to UMSL for afternoon of learning, networking
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Chancellor Kristin Sobolik (center) speaks during a panel discussion on "Leading Through Turbulent Times" during the 2026 Start with Leadership Conference last Thursday at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center. (Photos by Derik Holtmann)
University of more
A year of advancing the Lilly-Purdue $250M research partnership to accelerate medicine discovery and manufacturing
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, May 11 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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A year of advancing the Lilly-Purdue $250M research partnership to accelerate medicine discovery and manufacturing
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Since announcing a transformational $250 million partnership in May 2025, Purdue University and Eli Lilly and Company have steadily deepened collaboration across campus, launched new interdisciplinary research initiatives and activated the first phase of funding to accelerate pharmace more
AFIMSC Warfighter Portrait: Julio Toala
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, May 11 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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AFIMSC Warfighter Portrait: Julio Toala
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When Julio Toala hung up his Army uniform for good, his career of service didn't end; it simply transformed.
After a two-decade career in Army geospatial engineering, rising to the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 3, he found a new way to support the warfighter as a civilian employee with the Air Force Civil Engineer Cen more
AI Center of Excellence launches instructional innovation grant programs
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 11 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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AI Center of Excellence launches instructional innovation grant programs
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Penn State faculty can now apply for two new grant programs from the AI Center of Excellence for Teaching and Learning, both funded through the Office of the Provost and designed to support the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into teaching and learning in alignment with Penn State's more
AI Companies Are Recklessly Racing Toward a Cybersecurity Crisis
WASHINGTON, May 11 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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AI Companies Are Recklessly Racing Toward a Cybersecurity Crisis
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Google researchers announced Monday that cybercriminals recently used an artificial intelligence model to help create a dangerous zero-day vulnerability capable of exploiting computer networks at scale, marking what experts say is a major turning point in the cybersecurity landscape. A "zero-day" vulnerability is a hidden flaw more
AI spots hidden security flaws in hundreds of 5G smartphone models
BUFFALO, New York, May 11 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release:
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AI spots hidden security flaws in hundreds of 5G smartphone models
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UB-led research prompts fixes from MediaTek, Qualcomm; leads to work with Apple, Google
By Keith Page
New research led by the University at Buffalo has uncovered security flaws in more than 540 5G smartphone models worldwide that could allow attackers to disrupt service by exploiting a brief gap b more
Business majors rise to this year's 'Innovation Challenge'
RADFORD, Virginia, May 11 -- Radford University issued the following news release:
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Business majors rise to this year's 'Innovation Challenge'
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Here's a quick sampling of the product pitches recently made by some of Radford's student innovators.
First up: An app that helps freelancers and gig workers budget monthly earnings that skew less consistent and on a more modest scale. It's aimed at 70 million Americans who don't receive stable paychecks, according to the team behind it, and more
CCIA UK Adds a Senior Policy Manager
WASHINGTON, May 11 [Category: Computer Technology] -- The Computer and Communications Industry Association issued the following news release:
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CCIA UK Adds a Senior Policy Manager
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London - The Computer & Communications Industry Association's UK office is pleased to welcome new senior manager Charlotte Holloway.
Holloway has more than 15 years of experience working across technology policy, government relations, and public affairs. Prior to joining CCIA, she was Head of Public Policy more
Cedarville University Named Top Christian University for 2026
CEDARVILLE, Ohio, May 11 -- Cedarville University posted the following news:
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Cedarville University Named Top Christian University for 2026
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by Madison Dors, Student Public Relations Writer
Education Insider has recognized Cedarville University as the Top Christian University for 2026, citing its commitment to biblical integration, academic excellence and strong career outcomes that prepare graduates for a rapidly evolving global workforce.
The honor reflects Cedarville's distincti more
Circle Launches AI Infrastructure to Power the Agentic Economy
BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 11 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Circle Internet Financial, a financial technology firm, issued the following news release:
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Circle Launches AI Infrastructure to Power the Agentic Economy
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Unveils first products in Circle Agent Stack to extend open infrastructure for the machine economy
NEW YORK -May 11, 2026 - Circle Internet Group, Inc. today announced the launch of Circle Agent Stack, a new set of services and tools designed for the agentic econom more
Circle Reports First Quarter 2026 Results
BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 11 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Circle Internet Financial, a financial technology firm, issued the following news release:
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Circle Reports First Quarter 2026 Results
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NEW YORK - MAY 11, 2026 - Circle Internet Group, Inc. (NYSE: CRCL) today announced results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026.
Financial Highlights (Q1'26 vs. Q1'25)
1. USDC in circulation of $77.0 billion at quarter end grew 28%; USDC onchain transaction volume in Q1'26 of $ more
Cisco Schedules Conference Call for 3Q26 Financial Results
SAN JOSE, California, May 11 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Cisco issued the following news release:
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Cisco Schedules Conference Call for 3Q26 Financial Results
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SAN JOSE, Calif., May 1, 2026 - Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) has scheduled a conference call for Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 1:30 PM (PT); 4:30 PM (ET) to announce its third quarter fiscal year 2026 financial results for the period ending Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Financial results will be released over PR Newswire via US Nat more
Commencement 2026: Running from Mackal Field House to the stage at the Ryan Center
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, May 11 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news:
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Commencement 2026: Running from Mackal Field House to the stage at the Ryan Center
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Few students can boast the kind of undergraduate achievements that Adam Melnick has compiled. The Narragansett, Rhode Island, native is set to earn a degree in supply chain management, with a minor in business analytics and artificial intelligence, from the University of Rhode Island's College of Business.
Bu more
Commencement Speaker Dr. Nicholas DeLuca III: What We Couldn't Know Then
MIAMI, Florida, May 11 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news:
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Commencement Speaker Dr. Nicholas DeLuca III: What We Couldn't Know Then
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Nicholas DeLuca III, M.D./M.B.A., reflects on medicine as a transformative experience, urging humility, shared decision-making and lifelong camaraderie as the Class of 2026 begins residency.
Nicholas DeLuca III, a graduate of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine's M.D./M.B.A. program, was selecte more
Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview - Week of May 11, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview - Week of May 11, 2026
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Here's what to watch for from House Republican committees during the week:
Appropriations
On Tuesday, May 12, the Subcommittee on Defense will hold a budget hearing called "The Department of Defense."
On Tuesday, May 12, the Subcommittee on Defense will hold a budget hearing called "The United States Navy and M more
Conduent Reports Significantly Improved First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
FLORHAM PARK, New Jersey, May 11 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Conduent, a business process services and solutions company, issued the following news release:
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Conduent Reports Significantly Improved First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
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Key Q1 2026 Highlights
* Revenue: $723M, down 3.7%. Growth in Government and Transportation segments
* Pre-tax Income (Loss): $(27)M, improved by $29M year-over-year
* Adj. EBITDA (1) : $49M, improved by $12M year-over-year
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Congressman Johnson Delivers Keynote Speech for the Innovation Alliance
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Henry C. 'Hank' Johnson Jr., D-Georgia, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Johnson Delivers Keynote Speech for the Innovation Alliance
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Ranking Member Johnson
House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet
Keynote Speech for the Innovation Alliance
May 11, 2026
Thank you for that introduction and thank you for inviting me here to speak with all of you today. Patent and innovatio more
Convening spurs conversation, excitement about university's future
LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 11 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news:
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Convening spurs conversation, excitement about university's future
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The University of Nebraska-Lincoln has unique strengths that faculty can leverage to advance the university's research mission, university leaders and guest speakers told participants at the May 4 Research and Innovation Convening.
The second annual convening, which drew 175 Nebraska faculty members, was designed to foster community, c more
CSUF Economists Offer Expert Insights on Trade, Economy
FULLERTON, California, May 11 -- California State University Fullerton campus issued the following news:
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CSUF Economists Offer Expert Insights on Trade, Economy
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As conflict in Iran rattles energy markets and tariffs reshape global trade, Cal State Fullerton economists offered expert insights on the fast-changing economic landscape in their 2026 Economic and International Trade Forecast.
Woods Center for Economic Analysis and Forecasting Director Anil Puri and Co-director Mira Farka more
Dean's Corner: May 2026
CLEMSON, South Carolina, May 11 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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Dean's Corner: May 2026
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Dear Faculty, Staff, Alumni and Friends,
For starters, congratulations to all our May 2026 graduates! I write this having just returned from the commencement ceremony, where there were a lot of hugs and tears. It's always moving to share this huge threshold moment. Our May newsletter will also feature some of the most outstanding graduates, and I encourage you to read about thei more
DocuWare Named Challenger in 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Document Management
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, May 11 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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DocuWare Named Challenger in 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Document Management
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DocuWare has announced it has been named a Challenger in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Document Management, published April 28, 2026.
DocuWare is specifically recognized for its completeness of vision and ability to execute.
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Duquesne Kline Law Dean April Barton Reappointed
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 11 -- Duquesne University issued the following news release:
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Duquesne Kline Law Dean April Barton Reappointed
Duquesne University President Ken Gormley has again reappointed April M. Barton as dean of the Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University, continuing her leadership during a period of strong momentum and national recognition for the school.
"During April Barton's tenure as dean, the Duquesne Kline School of Law has strengthened its academ more
Education in Motion: Four Graduates Apply Learning in Real Time
ADELPHI, Maryland, May 11 -- The University of Maryland Global Campus issued the following news:
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Education in Motion: Four Graduates Apply Learning in Real Time
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How UMGC graduates turned coursework into career momentum
For Angelique Adams, T'iara Bracken, Haja Corneh, and Mike Sanders, education was not a pause from professional life. It was an accelerator.
Each arrived at University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) from a different starting point: a middle school classroom, a huma more
EPA Proposes Redefining "Begin Actual Construction" to Remove Unnecessary Impediments to Building and Advance Economic Progress
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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EPA Proposes Redefining "Begin Actual Construction" to Remove Unnecessary Impediments to Building and Advance Economic Progress
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WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin issued a proposal to clarify preconstruction permitting requirements and bring flexibility to building non-emitting components or structures, such as certain cement pads and wirin more
Epson Unveils New AI-Ready WorkForce & RapidReceipt Desktop Scanners
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, May 11 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Epson Unveils New AI-Ready WorkForce & RapidReceipt Desktop Scanners
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Demand for AI-ready workflows is growing rapidly, with a recent market outlook study showing that 57% of U.S. small businesses now invest in AI, up from 36% in 2023, creating new opportunities for digitization. To help businesses unlock the full potential of AI, Epson has announced three new desktop s more
Extended reality experience invites people to act as the hands of AI in the real world
SANTA CRUZ, California, May 11 -- The University of California Santa Cruz campus issued the following news:
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Extended reality experience invites people to act as the hands of AI in the real world
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A speculative fiction project, which won the XR Experience Jury Award at SXSW 2026, prompts reflection on the increasing presence of AI
By Emily Cerf
Hype yourself up in the mirror. Make your fingers walk around on something. Create a ritual.
People are tasked to carry out these action more
F5 collaborates with Red Hat to drive Kubernetes and AI application security forward with expanded solutions portfolio
SEATTLE, Washington, May 11 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- F5, an information technology company, issued the following news release:
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F5 collaborates with Red Hat to drive Kubernetes and AI application security forward with expanded solutions portfolio
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Enhanced security capabilities powered by certified Red Hat OpenShift Operators deliver enterprise-grade performance for Kubernetes, AI applications, and modernized IT operations
F5 (NASDAQ: FFIV), the global leader in deliverin more
Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Reid Issues Weekly Reflections on May 11, 2026
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, May 11 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following Weekly Reflections by Superintendent Michelle Reid:
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Hello Team FCPS,
What another fantastic FCPS week we get to experience. There continue to be so many exciting activities going on all across this amazing school division. And so, I wish each of you all the best this coming week. If you are a mother, Happy Mother's Day!! As this weekend comes to a close, I trust you will have an opportunity to find and more
FDA Advances Drug Repurposing to Address Unmet Medical Needs
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following news release:
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FDA Advances Drug Repurposing to Address Unmet Medical Needs
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced it is soliciting input on efforts with respect to drug repurposing to help address unmet medical needs across a range of diseases and conditions.
Identifying potential new uses-such as a new indication or a new population-for FDA-approv more
From ground zero to momentum
MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, May 11 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news:
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From ground zero to momentum
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Written by Aimen Khan, CMU's AMA chapter president
When I stepped into the role of president of the American Marketing Association at Central Michigan University in fall 2025, I knew it would not be easy. Building something from the ground up is very different from joining an already established organization. There is no structure to inherit, no system to plug int more
HACU Webinar: The Human Signature: Authenticity, Creativity, and Critical Thinking in the Age of AI
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 11 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities posted the following news release:
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HACU Webinar: The Human Signature: Authenticity, Creativity, and Critical Thinking in the Age of AI
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The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities will host a HACU-member webinar titled, "The Human Signature: Authenticity, Creativity, and Critical Thinking in the Age of AI," for HACU members on May 28, 2026, at 2 p.m. CT. To register, cli more
Historic African Lion 26 concludes
STUTTGART, Germany, May 11 -- The U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa, a service component of the U.S. Africa Command, issued the following news:
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Historic African Lion 26 concludes
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AGADIR, Morocco - After weeks of synchronized operations across land, air, sea, cyber, and space domains, African Lion 26 concluded with a series of complex, technology-driven culminating events that underscored the exercise's evolution into the premier joint, all-domain multinational training e more
How does digitalization affect society?
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, May 11 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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How does digitalization affect society?
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Youichi Nonaka, corporate chief researcher in Hitachi's Research and Development Group, will speak at Purdue on May 15 as part of the Discovery Park Distinguished Lecture Series.
Nonaka, who joined Hitachi's Research and Development Group in 1992 to focus on industrial robotics, digital engineering and production control, will give a lecture titled "Are th more
How to build a discovery machine
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, May 11 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news:
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How to build a discovery machine
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The artificial intelligence (AI) machines that guide the world can be grouped into three main categories: inference machines, learning machines and discovery machines. Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis are tackling the rarest of these machines. A new study points to a better way to build discovery machines, thanks to recent research from Shanta more
ICYMI: Warnock Delivers Commencement Address to Georgia Tech Class of 2026, Urges Graduates to Hold onto Hope
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Georgia, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Warnock Delivers Commencement Address to Georgia Tech Class of 2026, Urges Graduates to Hold onto Hope
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On Thursday evening, Senator Reverend Warnock delivered the commencement address to Georgia Institute of Technology's Spring 2026 graduating class in Atlanta, Georgia
Senator Warnock encouraged the Class of 2026 to hold onto hope, use their voices to challenge the status quo, and he more
Iowa State celebrates spring graduates May 14-16
AMES, Iowa, May 11 -- Iowa State University issued the following news release:
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Iowa State celebrates spring graduates May 14-16
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A donation honoring the legacy of a late Iowa State University alumna will provide a first-generation doctoral candidate with regalia for this weekend's spring commencement.
The First Scholars Office created the Regalia Legacy Award to help first-generation students celebrate their achievements by removing the financial barrier of buying or renting regali more
Kennesaw State awards first computer science doctoral degrees
KENNESAW, Georgia, May 11 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release:
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Kennesaw State awards first computer science doctoral degrees
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At the center of this milestone are two scholars whose research are examples of both the human and technical sides of this new program
This month marks a landmark achievement for Kennesaw State University as it celebrates the graduation of the first two students from the new doctoral program in computer science, established in 2022 more
May is Wildfire Awareness Month
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, May 11 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Xcel Energy issued the following news release:
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May is Wildfire Awareness Month
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DENVER, Colorado (May 11, 2026) -, a reminder that extreme weather and drier conditions mean that wildfires are a near year-round, growing threat. Xcel Energy is using the month to encourage customers to get Wildfire Aware, Wildfire Prepared.
Some areas of Colorado are experiencing about 45 more fire weather days per year than they did in the 1970s. more
Miami Dade College and Alhambra Orchestra Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. With Family-Friendly Multimedia Show
MIAMI, Florida, May 11 -- Miami Dade College posted the following news release:
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Miami Dade College and Alhambra Orchestra Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. With Family-Friendly Multimedia Show
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MIAMI, May 11, 2026 - In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, Miami Dade College (MDC) and Alhambra Orchestra have partnered for "America 250 with a Miami Twist," a family-friendly multimedia show about Miami's unique history, with amazing historical images, dram more
Mines Venture Fund II to invest $10M in university-affiliated tech startups with State of Colorado financial commitment
GOLDEN, Colorado, May 11 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news:
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Mines Venture Fund II to invest $10M in university-affiliated tech startups with State of Colorado financial commitment
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Mines Venture Fund II, Colorado School of Mines' seed-funding platform, will invest $10 million in tech startups founded by alumni, faculty and students. The funding includes a $5 million commitment from the State of Colorado.
"Our partnership with the state reinforces what Mines does more
New advanced material could help computers think more like brains
CLEMSON, South Carolina, May 11 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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New advanced material could help computers think more like brains
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College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences
A new advanced material created by researchers at Clemson University and in the Czech Republic could play a key role in helping computers think more like brains and then biodegrade under certain conditions at the end of its lifespan.
The trans-Atlantic research team created the mat more
Nunn Secures $2 Million Investment to Modernize DMACC Campus and Expand Workforce Training
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
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Nunn Secures $2 Million Investment to Modernize DMACC Campus and Expand Workforce Training
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ANKENY, IA - Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) today announced a $2 million federal investment to support construction of a new academic facility at Des Moines Area Community College's (DMACC) Ankeny campus. The federal funding will help modernize classrooms, expand student services, and strengthen workforce trainin more
Pacific Office Automation Named to CRN's MSP 500, Elite 150 List For 2026
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, May 11 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Pacific Office Automation Named to CRN's MSP 500, Elite 150 List For 2026
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BTA member Pacific Office Automation has announced it has been named to the Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Elite 150 category for 2026 by CRN.
CRN's annual MSP 500 list is a comprehensive guide to the leading MSPs in North America. These companies deliver essential managed servi more
PAE delivers Keynote at AFCEA
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency issued the following news:
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PAE delivers Keynote at AFCEA
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ALEXANDRIA, Va. - The Portfolio Acquisition Executive - Trusted Innovation for Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), Robert Schadey, served as one of the keynote speakers during Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA) Belvoir Industry Days, held in Alexandria, Va., May 5-7. During the conference, Schadey outlined more
Penn fourth-year named 2026-27 Schwarzman Scholar
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 11 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news:
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Penn fourth-year named 2026-27 Schwarzman Scholar
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University of Pennsylvania fourth-year Rachel Ou has received a Schwarzman Scholarship, which funds a one-year master's degree in global affairs at Tsinghua University in Beijing. She is part of the 11th class of Schwarzman Scholars and will enroll at Tsinghua in August.
Her selection brings the number of Penn students and alumni who have more
Persistent hunger may be behind weight regain after loss
DALLAS, Texas, May 11 -- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center posted the following news release:
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Persistent hunger may be behind weight regain after loss
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Weight that was regained after it had been lost may be the result of persistent, biologically driven hunger, according to a study led by a UT Southwestern Medical Center researcher. The study's findings appear to support the theory that humans who add back lost pounds are driven to return to a higher "set point" weigh more
Pi Health Urges Rigorous Standards for FDA AI-Enabled Early-Phase Clinical Trials Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Pi Health Inc., an AI-native clinical trial platform company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding a pilot program aimed at AI-enabled optimization of early-phase clinical trials. The company outlined recommendations for the pilot's design, participant selection, and success criteria, emphasizing the need for robust data integrity, scalable technology architectures, and rigorous evaluation more
Prestige Honors Performance: UHealth CEO Dipen Parekh, M.D., Awarded Barringer Medal for Distinguished Career and Future Impact
MIAMI, Florida, May 11 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news:
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Prestige Honors Performance: UHealth CEO Dipen Parekh, M.D., Awarded Barringer Medal for Distinguished Career and Future Impact
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The American Association of Genitourinary Surgeons honors Dipen J. Parekh, M.D., for a distinguished career in urologic cancer treatment and a forward-looking vision that includes pioneering work in artificial intelligence-driven surgery.
Among the most s more
Q&A: Is AI democratizing global health or reinforcing old inequities?
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 11 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Q&A: Is AI democratizing global health or reinforcing old inequities?
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the tools that are central to global health decision-making in areas like disease control policies, financing and vaccination strategies, such as infectious disease modeling. This brings new opportunities to the modeling landscape, but could also exacerbate existing more
Secretary Kennedy Takes 'Take Back Your Health' Tour to Ohio, Driving Prevention-First Strategy to Make America Healthy Again
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued the following news release:
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Secretary Kennedy Takes 'Take Back Your Health' Tour to Ohio, Driving Prevention-First Strategy to Make America Healthy Again
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CLEVELAND-MAY 11, 2026- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. visited Ohio this week as part of his "Take Back Your Health" tour. He met with the CEOs of the Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, and MetroHea more
Summer '26 Release: 10 Innovations Bringing the Agentic Enterprise to Life -- Plus a Few Extras
SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 11 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release:
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Summer '26 Release: 10 Innovations Bringing the Agentic Enterprise to Life -- Plus a Few Extras
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Enterprises are struggling to bridge the gap between their human workforce and their new AI capabilities. To help solve this, Salesforce is introducing the Summer '26 Release -delivering powerful new AI, data, and automatio more
Universal Destinations & Experiences, UCF Introduce New School to Develop the Future Leaders of Themed Entertainment, Immersive Experiences
ORLANDO, Florida, May 11 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news:
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Universal Destinations & Experiences, UCF Introduce New School to Develop the Future Leaders of Themed Entertainment, Immersive Experiences
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Universal Destinations & Experiences, the company behind some of the world's most immersive entertainment experiences across global theme park and resort destinations and other new ventures, and the University of Central Florida, one of the most innovative un more
University of Cincinnati: CCM Welcomes Rachel Roberts as Associate Dean of Strategy and Operations
CINCINNATI, Ohio, May 11 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news:
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CCM welcomes Rachel Roberts as Associate Dean of Strategy and Operations
Roberts begins this newly-created role at CCM in July
By Curt Whitacre, 513/556-2683, whitaccp@ucmail.uc.edu
UC College-Conservatory of Music Dean Pete Jutras has announced the appointment of Rachel Roberts, EdD, as CCM's inaugural Associate Dean of Strategy and Operations. In this newly-created role, Roberts will partner with Dea more
USD Announces 2026 UDiscover Summer Research Scholars
VERMILLION, South Dakota, May 11 -- The University of South Dakota posted the following news:
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USD Announces 2026 UDiscover Summer Research Scholars
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The program is a project of the Council for Undergraduate Research and Creative Scholarship, designed to give undergraduate students in any academic field experience in conducting a scholarly research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor.
"I am excited to supervise this new cohort of USD's best and brightest," said Gina O'Conn more
USF confers more than 8,000 degrees during commencement ceremonies
TAMPA, Florida, May 11 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news:
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USF confers more than 8,000 degrees during commencement ceremonies
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By Paul Guzzo and Althea Johnson, University Communications and Marketing
President Moez Limayem led his first commencement exercises as the University of South Florida conferred more than 8,000 degrees during ceremonies May 7-10. Limayem, who began his tenure in February 2026, presided over all ceremonies, which were held in the Yu more
VoltaGrid Announces $1 Billion Strategic Equity Investment from Blackstone and Halliburton to Fund Growth and Aquisition of Propell
NEW YORK, May 11 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Blackstone, an investment firm, posted the following news release:
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VoltaGrid Announces $1 Billion Strategic Equity Investment from Blackstone and Halliburton to Fund Growth and Aquisition of Propell
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Investment to Accelerate Buildout of Behind-the-Meter Power Generation Platform for AI Data Centers
HOUSTON - VoltaGrid today announced that it has signed agreements for a $1.0 billion strategic equity investment from funds managed more
What it will take to make AI-enabled robots safer
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 11 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news:
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What it will take to make AI-enabled robots safer
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The effort to "align" AI with human values is falling dangerously short in robotic systems, according to researchers from Penn's School of Engineering and Applied Science.
In a collaborative paper in Science Robotics, the researchers highlight the need to develop more thorough frameworks for ensuring that AI-enabled robots embody a core p more
Why Tomorrow's Leaders Must Design and Govern AI
BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 11 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news:
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Why Tomorrow's Leaders Must Design and Govern AI
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You bring the domain expertise. We provide the AI depth to operationalize it.
Artificial intelligence is already deeply embedded in areas like hiring, operations, customer experience, and strategy. But as organizations rush to adopt AI, a gap is emerging: most managers are trained to use AI tools, but not to understand, evaluate, or govern them.
A more
WVU Cyber launches strategic partnership with TWENTY to advance national security and cyber innovation in West Virginia
MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, May 11 -- West Virginia University posted the following news:
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WVU Cyber launches strategic partnership with TWENTY to advance national security and cyber innovation in West Virginia
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To expand opportunities for West Virginia University students and advance innovation at the intersection of artificial intelligence and national security, WVU Cyber is launching a strategic partnership with TWENTY, a leading offensive cyber company.
The collaboration will crea more
University of Dayton Issues UD in the News Wrap Up for May 2-8, 2026
DAYTON, Ohio, May 8 -- The University of Dayton issued the following UD in the News wrap up for May 2-8, 2026:
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UD in the News May 2-8
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Local media highlighted University initiatives, events and a "rising star of education," plus expertise on AI and the job market. The Statehouse News Bureau featured UD in a story about Ohio college students committing to the Catholic faith.
University of Dayton Research Institute becomes subsidiary through UD restructuring (https://www.diigo.com/use more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
China's Economy - Current Trends & Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11667) by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter and international trade and finance analyst Michael D. Sutherland.
Here are excerpts:
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China's Economy: Current Trends and Issues
The government of the People's Republic of China (PRC or China) is targeting China's per capita gross domestic product (GDP) to reach that of a middle-income developed country by 2035. more
Community Development Block Grants for Disaster Recovery Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13221) by economic development policy analyst Joseph V. Jaroscak:
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Community Development Block Grants for Disaster Recovery: A Primer
In response to some disasters, Congress has provided supplemental funding for long-term disaster recovery and other related purposes under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program's statutory authority (42 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.5301 et se more
Congressional Nominations to U.S. Service Academies - Candidate Qualifications & Noncongressional Nominating Authorities
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13219) by American national government specialists Sarah J. Eckman and R. Eric Petersen.
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Congressional Nominations to U.S. Service Academies: Candidate Qualifications and Noncongressional Nominating Authorities
Members of Congress are authorized by law to nominate candidates for appointment to four U.S. service academies. These schools are the U.S. Milit more
Congressional Nominations to U.S. Service Academies - Member Office Management Considerations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13220) by American national government specialists Sarah J. Eckman and R. Eric Petersen.
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Congressional Nominations to U.S. Service Academies: Member Office Management Considerations
Members of Congress are authorized by law to nominate candidates for appointment to four U.S. service academies: the U.S. Military Academy (USMA); U.S. Naval Academy (USNA); more
Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 - Expiring Provisions Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12959) by cybersecurity policy specialist Chris Jaikaran:
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The Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015: Expiring Provisions
A decade ago, Congress authorized a cybersecurity information sharing structure that allows the federal government to collect and disseminate threat information, and enabled private sector entities to voluntarily share that information with the go more
Rice's Whale - Conservation Efforts, Implications for Ocean Sectors & Considerations for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12835) by natural resources policy specialists Laura B. Comay and Anthony R. Marshak.
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The Rice's Whale: Conservation Efforts, Implications for Ocean Sectors and Considerations for Congress
The Rice's whale (Balaenoptera ricei; Figure 1) is a recently described species of baleen whale (i.e., whales that contain baleen plates in their mouths for sieving pl more
Congressional Court Watcher - Circuit Splits From April 2026 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11430) by deputy assistant director Michael John Garcia and legislative attorney Alexander H. Pepper:
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Congressional Court Watcher: Circuit Splits from April 2026
The U.S. Courts of Appeals for the thirteen "circuits" issue thousands of precedential decisions each year. Because relatively few of these decisions are ultimately reviewed by the Supreme Court, the U.S. Cou more
Farm Bill Primer - Overview & Status Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12047) by Jim Monke, agricultural policy specialist and Megan Stubbs, agricultural conservation and natural resources policy specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm Bill Primer: Overview and Status
A farm bill is a collection of laws and changes to laws that authorize, reauthorize, or amend various food, agriculture, and rural policies. Congress has passed farm bills about eve more
India's Domestic Political Setting Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10298) by South Asian affairs specialist K. Alan Kronstadt.
Here are excerpts:
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India's Domestic Political Setting
Overview
According to its Constitution, India is a "sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic republic" where the bulk of executive power rests with the prime minister and his/her Council of Ministers. The Indian president is a ceremonial chief of state with l more
Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation & Management Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13210) by natural resources policy analyst Anthony R. Marshak:
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The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA): Issues for the 119th Congress
The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, as amended (MSA; 16 U.S.C. Sec.1801 et seq.), is the primary law authorizing the conservation and management of U.S. federal marine fisheries (i.e., thos more
Responding to Drought in the Colorado River Basin Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11982) by natural resources policy analyst specialist Charles V. Stern.
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Responding to Drought in the Colorado River Basin
The Colorado River Basin covers more than 246,000 square miles in seven U.S. states and Mexico. Basin waters are governed by multiple documents, known collectively as the Law of the River. The Colorado River Compact of 1922 established more
Section 232 Automotive Tariffs Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12545) by international trade and finance analyst Kyla H. Kitamura.
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Section 232 Automotive Tariffs: Issues for Congress
In 2025, President Donald Trump imposed 25% tariffs on U.S. imports of automobiles and certain automobile parts under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 (19 U.S.C. Sec.1862). Section 232 authorizes the President to take actio more
Senate Consideration of Treaties Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-384) entitled "Senate Consideration of Treaties" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen.
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The consideration of treaties and nominations constitutes the executive business of the Senate./1
To conduct executive business, the Senate must resolve into executive session. Senate Rule 29 governs executive sessions, generally; Rule 30 addresses pro more
Senate Rules Affecting Committees Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-311) entitled "Senate Rules Affecting Committees" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Summary
For the most part, the Senate's rules allow each of its standing committees to decide for itself how to conduct its legislative business. Senate rules require that each committee adopt and publish its own written rules. In addition, the Senate imposes certain requ more
Colombia's 2026 Presidential Election Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12689) on May 6, 2026, by Latin American affairs specialist Clare Ribando Seelke.
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Colombia's 2026 Presidential Election
On May 31, Colombia, a top U.S. security partner in Latin America, is scheduled to convene an election to replace President Gustavo Petro (2022-present), who is constitutionally barred from seeking reelection. U.S. officials and some Mem more
Cook Islands & Niue - States in Free Association Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12994) on May 6, 2026, by foreign policy analyst Jared G. Tupuola.
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The Cook Islands and Niue: States in Free Association
The Pacific Islands region comprises a variety of polities including fully independent nations, overseas territories, and self-governing states in "Free Association" with other nations. Successive U.S. presidential administrations and more
Defense Primer - LGM-35A Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11681) on May 6, 2026, by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink.
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Defense Primer: LGM-35A Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile
The LGM-35A Sentinel is envisioned as an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) system that is expected to replace the Minuteman III (MMIII) ICBM in the U.S. nuclear force structure. MMIII has served as the ground-based le more
DFC Shipping Reinsurance Facility - Iran Conflict & Strait of Hormuz Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12688) on May 6, 2026, by foreign assistance analyst Nick M. Brown and international trade and finance specialist Shayerah I. Akhtar:
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DFC Shipping Reinsurance Facility: Iran Conflict and Strait of Hormuz
Background
In February 2026, U.S. and Israeli forces initiated military operations against Iran. Iran responded with retaliatory attacks and threats against commercial ship more
Endangered Species Committee Exemption of Oil & Gas Activities in the Gulf of America Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13218) on May 6, 2026.
The white paper is written by natural resources policy specialists Anthony R. Marshak, Pervaze A. Sheikh and Laura B. Comay:
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Endangered Species Committee ("God Squad") Exemption of Oil and Gas Activities in the Gulf of America
Introduction
On March 31, 2026, the Endangered Species Committee (ESC; also known as the "God Squad") voted to issue an exem more
FY2027 President's Budget in Historical Context - Revenues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12690) on May 6, 2026, by economic policy analyst D. Andrew Austin.
Here are excerpts:
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The FY2027 President's Budget in Historical Context: Revenues
On April 3, 2026, the Trump Administration submitted its budget for FY2027, which proposes to constrain nondefense spending, maintain spending on border security and immigration enforcement, and increase defense spending. In Fe more
Senate Committee Hearings - Arranging Witnesses Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-336) on May 6, 2026, entitled "Senate Committee Hearings: Arranging Witnesses" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Selecting witnesses is one of the most important aspects of planning a Senate hearing. Committees and subcommittees pay careful attention to which viewpoints will be represented, who should testify, and the order and format for presenting witne more
Senate Committee Hearings - Preparation Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-489) on May 6, 2026, entitled "Senate Committee Hearings: Preparation" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Committee hearings allow Senators an opportunity to gather information on - and draw attention to - legislation and issues within a committee's purview, conduct oversight of programs or agencies, and investigate allegations of wrongdoing.
This checkli more
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-337) on May 6, 2026, entitled "Senate Committee Hearings: Scheduling and Notification" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Senate standing committees and their subcommittees have authority to hold hearings whether the Senate is in session, has recessed, or has adjourned (Rule XXVI, paragraph 1). Regardless of the type of hearing or whether a hearing is held more
Senate Committee Hearings - Witness Testimony Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-392) on May 6, 2026, entitled "Senate Committee Hearings: Witness Testimony" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Generally, witnesses before Senate committees (except Appropriations) must provide the committee with copies of their written testimony at least one day prior to their oral testimony. It is common practice to ask a witness to limit his or her ora more
U.S. Army Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Programs Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12668) on May 6, 2026, by defense policy analyst Daniel M. Gettinger.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Army Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Programs
The U.S. Army operates uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), including small UAS (sUAS, commonly referred to as drones). These systems support intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR); target acquisition and strike; electronic w more
U.S. Election Assistance Commission Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10981) on May 6, 2026, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton:
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The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC): An Overview
The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) is an independent federal agency that is charged with helping election officials to improve the administration of elections and voters to participate in the electoral process. It was establi more
Argentine Beef Import Quota Expansion Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12687) on May 5, 2026, by agricultural policy analysts Benjamin Tsui and Christine Whitt.
Here are excerpts:
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Argentine Beef Import Quota Expansion
In February 2026, the average price cattle producers received for their cattle reached a record high. The price increase was in part due to the year-over-year decreases in U.S. cattle inventory, suspended cattle imports from Mexi more
CDC's Updated Childhood Vaccine Schedule Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11427) on May 4, 2026, by legislative attorney Hannah-Alise Rogers:
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CDC's Updated Childhood Vaccine Schedule: Litigation and Potential Implications for Vaccine Injury Compensation Program
In December 2025, President Trump issued an executive memorandum in which he instructed the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to "review best practi more
Child Support Enforcement Passport Denial Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12660) on May 5, 2026, by social policy specialist Jessica Tollestrup and foreign affairs analyst Cory R. Gill:
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The Child Support Enforcement Passport Denial Program
The Child Support Enforcement (CSE) Passport Denial Program is a mandatory enforcement mechanism that applies to noncustodial parents who owe past-due child support. The program was originally enacted as part of more
Defense Primer - Personnel Tempo Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11007) on May 5, 2026, by military personnel specialist Kristy N. Kamarck.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: Personnel Tempo (PERSTEMPO)
United States military operations around the globe may lead to prolonged, recurrent deployments for some U.S. servicemembers. Those servicemembers and/or their families may face deployment-related stress. In addition, preparation for dep more
Electoral College - Frequently Asked Questions Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48936) on May 5, 2026, entitled "The Electoral College: Frequently Asked Questions" by American national government specialist R. Sam Garrett.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Individual voters in the United States do not directly elect the President and the Vice President. Instead, their votes select intermediaries, known as electors, to cast votes for a presidential ticket on their behalf. T more
Federal Government & Anthropic - Considerations for AI Innovation & Competition Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13217) on May 5, 2026, by Laurie Harris, science and technology policy analyst and Clare Y. Cho, industrial organization and business policy specialist:
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Federal Government and Anthropic: Considerations for AI Innovation and Competition
On February 27, 2026, President Trump directed federal agencies to stop using technology developed by the U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) more
Kings & Queens Addressing Joint Meetings of Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12682) on May 4, 2026, by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus.
Here are excerpts:
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Kings and Queens Addressing Joint Meetings of Congress
On April 28, 2026, King Charles III of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland addressed a joint meeting of Congress. King Charles was jointly invited by Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson, Senate Majorit more
Office of Strategic Capital - Overview & Considerations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13215) on May 4, 2026, by science and technology policy analyst Marcy E. Gallo.
Here are excerpts:
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Office of Strategic Capital: Overview and Considerations
Technological advantage has long contributed to the dominance of the U.S. Armed Forces. Some analysts and policymakers also suggest that U.S. technological superiority - and, by extension, national security - is at risk more
Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13096) on May 4, 2026, by natural resources policy analyst Anthony R. Marshak.
Here are excerpts:
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The Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund
Introduction
The Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund (PCSRF) provides federal funding for the protection, conservation, and restoration of Pacific salmon species (Oncorhynchus spp.) and steelhead trout (O. mykiss) that are listed or a more
Section 307 and Imports Produced by Forced Labor Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11360) on May 4, 2026.
The white paper is written by foreign affairs specialist Michael A. Weber and international trade and finance specialists Christopher A. Casey and Cathleen D. Cimino-Isaacs.
Here are excerpts:
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Section 307 and Imports Produced by Forced Labor
The International Labor Organization (ILO) estimated that in 2021 on any given day, 27.6 million people were more
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - FY2027 Appropriations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13212) on May 5, 2026, by natural resources policy specialists Anna E. Normand and Nicole T. Carter.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: FY2027 Appropriations
Congress generally funds and provides related policy direction to the civil works activities of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) in annual Energy and Water Development appropriations acts and the more
Army's Multi-Domain Task Force Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11797) on May 4, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and U.S. Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
Here are excerpts:
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The Army's Multi-Domain Task Force (MDTF)
The Significance of the Multi-Domain Task Force (MDTF)
Congress has expressed concern about the threat to U.S. national security posed by Russia and China. The Army believes to address this threat, it m more
Connecting Constituents With Federal Programs for Historic Preservation
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13216) on May 4, 2026, by research librarian Scott Vierick and natural resources policy specialist Mark K. DeSantis:
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Connecting Constituents with Federal Programs for Historic Preservation
Congress has established programs and provided grant funding to assist constituents - including individuals, organizations, and state, tribal, and local governments - with historic preser more
Foreign Leaders Addressing Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10211) on May 4, 2026, by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus.
Here are excerpts:
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Foreign Leaders Addressing Congress
Foreign leaders are periodically invited to address Congress. The first address by a foreign dignitary occurred on December 10, 1824, when Revolutionary War hero the Marquis de Lafayette addressed the House. The most recent address took place on April 28, 2 more
Private Equity in Selected Industries - Policy Background Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13214) on May 4, 2026, by financial economics specialist Eva Su.
Here are excerpts:
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Private Equity in Selected Industries: Policy Background
Private equity (PE) - which falls within a broader set of investment products often called alternative investments, private capital, or private funds - is a pooled investment vehicle that generally raises money from accredited investo more
Vaccine Injury Compensation Program & the Office of Special Masters Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12213) on May 4, 2026, by legislative attorney Hannah-Alise Rogers:
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The Vaccine Injury Compensation Program and the Office of Special Masters
In 1986, Congress passed the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act (NCVIA; 42 U.S.C. Sec.Sec. 300aa-10-300aa-34), which created the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). The VICP is a no-fault compensation program that more
Vaccine Injury Compensation Program - Adjudication of Petitions & the 240-Day Deadline Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11428) on May 4, 2026, by legislative attorney Hannah-Alise Rogers:
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Vaccine Injury Compensation Program: The Adjudication of Petitions and the 240-Day Deadline
The Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) was created by Congress via the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986. The VICP is a no-fault compensation program made up of two essential components. Fir more
Cruel & Unusual Punishments Clause's Ban on Executing the Intellectually Disabled Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11426) on May 1, 2026, by legislative attorney Dave S. Sidhu:
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The Cruel and Unusual Punishments Clause's Ban on Executing the Intellectually Disabled
In 2002, the Supreme Court in Atkins v. Virginia ruled that the imposition of capital punishment on the intellectually disabled constitutes "cruel and unusual" punishment in violation of the Eighth Amendment, leaving to more
Government Shutdowns - Applying the Antideficiency Act to a Lapse in Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48930) on May 1, 2026, entitled "Government Shutdowns: Applying the Antideficiency Act to a Lapse in Appropriations" by legislative attorneys Sean Stiff and Matthew D. Trout:
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SUMMARY
Congress funds much of the federal government through a series of 12 regular, annual appropriations acts. A significant portion of that funding is for a single fiscal year, and most agencies thus rely on pass more
Government Shutdowns - Applying the Antideficiency Act to a Lapse in Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48930) on May 1, 2026, entitled "Government Shutdowns - Applying the Antideficiency Act to a Lapse in Appropriations:"
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Authority to Continue Government Programs During Lapses in Appropriations
Under the Antideficiency Act's general prohibitions, when an agency experiences a lapse in appropriations, its officers and employees generally may no longer involve th more
Recent Developments in International Tourism to the U.S. Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12589) on May 1, 2026, by economic development policy analyst Adam G. Levin and immigration policy analyst Jill H. Wilson.
Here are excerpts:
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Recent Developments in International Tourism to the United States
Lengthy visa interview wait times, stricter border and immigration policies, potential tariffs, the dollar's strength, U.S. travel restrictions for certain countries, a more
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11436) on May 1, 2026, by foreign assistance analyst Nick M. Brown and international trade and finance specialist Shayerah I. Akhtar.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)
DFC, a federal agency, uses financial tools to promote private investment overseas. Its purpose is to advance U.S. development and foreign policy interests, accounti more
Veterans Affairs Life Insurance Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13213) on May 1, 2026, by social policy analyst T. Lynn Sears.
Here are excerpts:
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Veterans Affairs Life Insurance (VALife)
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) administers several life insurance programs. Two of these programs, the now-closed Service-Disabled Veterans' Insurance (S-DVI) program and the recently launched Veterans Affairs Life Insurance (VALife) program, more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
ACLU Urges DOE to Withdraw Direct Final Rules Rescinding Disability Access Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has submitted a public comment letter strongly opposing the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) direct final rules aimed at rescinding longstanding regulations that ensure architectural accessibility for individuals with disabilities under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. The letter condemns the proposed elimination of key provisions within 10 C.F.R. Part 1040, which have governed nondiscrimination and access requirements for fe more
Aerospace Industries Association Urges DOT to Approve Exemption for Boeing 777F Fuel Efficiency Standards
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Aerospace Industries Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding a petition for exemption from specific aircraft fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas standards for the Boeing Model 777F.
In the letter, the AIA, representing the U.S. aerospace and defense industry's manufacturers and suppliers, stressed the importance of globally aligned standards for aircraft certification and operation. While supporting the Federa more
America's Blood Centers Recommends FDA Clarify Form 483 Response Guidance and Introduce Voluntary Notification Option
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- America's Blood Centers, the national organization representing community-based independent blood centers, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding its draft guidance titled "Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations at the Conclusion of a Drug CGMP Inspection." ABC, which includes members operating over 700 blood collection sites serving a substantial portion of the U.S. and Canadian blood supply, expressed appreciation for the more
American Bakers Association Urges FDA to Exempt Declared Gluten-Containing Ingredients From Additional Labeling Requirements
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The American Bakers Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's Request for Information on labeling and preventing cross-contact of gluten in packaged foods. Representing over 300 companies and 1,200 commercial baking facilities, ABA emphasized that their members' baked goods overwhelmingly contain wheat, a major food allergen already subject to comprehensive disclosure mandates.
In its letter, ABA urged more
American Bankers Association Urges IRS to Expand Trustee Access for Trump Accounts
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The American Bankers Association submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking on individual retirement accounts established under section 530A of the Internal Revenue Code, commonly known as Trump accounts. The proposal impacts eligible children, account beneficiaries, and trustees responsible for these accounts.
The ABA emphasized the importance of Trump accounts as a means to promote financial education and more
American Hospital Association Urges CMS to Enhance Medicare Advantage Reporting Requirements for Better Oversight
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The American Hospital Association, representing nearly 5,000 hospitals, health systems, and healthcare organizations, along with over 270,000 affiliated physicians and 2 million nurses and caregivers, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the agency's revised Medicare Part C and D Reporting Requirements. The AHA emphasized the role these reporting data play in enabling CMS to conduct effective oversight, monitoring, more
American Pharmacists Association Urges FDA Clarity on Draft Guidance for Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The American Pharmacists Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration addressing the agency's draft guidance titled "Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations at the Conclusion of a Drug CGMP Inspection: Draft Guidance for Industry." The letter appreciates the FDA's efforts to clarify expectations for manufacturers responding to Form 483 Inspectional Observations but calls for more precise application to pharmacies, particularly those more
Animal Health Institute Proposes Flexibility in FDA Guidance on Responding to Form 483 Observations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Animal Health Institute has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's draft guidance for industry titled Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations at the Conclusion of a Drug CGMP Inspection (Docket ID: FDA-2025-D-1504). AHI, representing companies that develop and produce animal medicines for companion and food-producing animals in the United States, provided comprehensive feedback aimed at ensuring that the final g more
Asian Americans Advancing Justice Urges Comprehensive Data in Consumer Experience Survey
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Asian Americans Advancing Justice submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the Consumer Experience Survey Data Collection. The letter addresses the proposed revisions to the survey's demographic data collection practices, emphasizing the importance of adopting the 2024 Standards for the Classification of Federal Data on Race and Ethnicity
The advocacy organization highlighted the critical necessity of disaggregated race an more
Association for Accessible Medicines Urges FDA to Clarify Draft Guidance on Responding to Form 483 Observations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Association for Accessible Medicines, representing manufacturers of generic and biosimilar pharmaceutical products, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the agency's draft guidance on Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations at the Conclusion of a Drug Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) Inspection. The letter, filed in response to Docket No. FDA-2025-D-1504, addresses the need for clearer expectations and more more
BASF Corporation Urges EPA to Reclassify Advanced Recycling Technologies in Air Curtain Incinerator Standards
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- BASF Corp., a global chemical producer with extensive U.S. operations, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking on standards for air curtain incinerators that burn wood wastes, yard wastes, and clean lumber. The letter focuses on Section VI of the proposal, which requests comment on revising the definition of "municipal waste combustion unit" under the Other Solid Waste Incineration New Source P more
Biocom Urges FDA to Clarify Scope and Implementation of Plausible Mechanism Framework for Individualized Therapies
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Biocom, California's life sciences advocacy organization, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding its draft guidance on the use of the plausible mechanism framework to develop individualized therapies targeting specific genetic conditions with known biological causes. The letter addresses the FDA's recommendations for generating substantial evidence of safety and effectiveness for such therapies, which prioritize regulatory flexi more
BioPhorum Urges FDA for Greater Clarity in Draft Guidance on Responding to Form 483 Observations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- BioPhorum, a collaborative organization representing senior leaders and experts in the biopharmaceutical industry, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's draft guidance titled "Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations at the Conclusion of a Drug CGMP Inspection: Draft Guidance for Industry." This draft guidance aims to provide industry stakeholders with recommendations on handling observations noted by the FDA during more
Brewers Association Urges FDA Not to Amend Gluten Labeling Rules
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Brewers Association, a national trade organization representing over 5,000 American craft breweries and more than 1,200 suppliers, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration concerning gluten labeling and prevention of cross-contact in packaged foods. The association expressed support for accurate and non-misleading labeling that safeguards consumers with celiac disease and gluten sensitivities but recommended against expanding current di more
Catalyst Visual Media Urges FAA to Adjust Drone Operation Rules Around Critical Facilities
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Catalyst Visual Media LLC, an Oklahoma-based small business specializing in commercial drone operations, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration regarding its proposed rulemaking on unmanned aircraft system operations near fixed-site facilities. The company called for revisions to balance security with First Amendment rights and commercial viability under the agency's new restrictions.
The letter outlined c more
Celiac Disease Organizations Urge FDA to Maintain Gluten-Free Labeling Standards and Improve Transparency on Gluten-Containing Grains
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Celiac Disease Foundation and an alliance of co-signing organizations, including the Society for the Study of Celiac Disease, American Gastroenterological Association, and others, have submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration. The letter addresses concerns raised in the FDA's Request for Information on labeling practices and cross-contact risks related to gluten-containing grains in packaged foods.
Collectively representing clinicians, rese more
Center for Social Development Urges Treasury and IRS to Hold Hearing on Trump Accounts Enrollment Process
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Center for Social Development at Washington University in St. Louis has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service, requesting a public hearing on the proposed regulations surrounding Trump Accounts, a research center focused on asset building and financial capability, highlights concerns with the current opt-in enrollment framework outlined in the proposed rule and recommends strategies for increasing unive more
CFP Board Urges Treasury and IRS to Clarify Rules for Trump Accounts Implementation
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service regarding the proposed rulemaking for Trump Accounts under Section 530A of the Internal Revenue Code. The CFP Board supports the agencies' goals to enhance financial literacy and expand wealth-building opportunities for American families.
In its letter, the CFP Board outlined the critical role CFP(R) professionals more
Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Provides Input on FMCSA Exemption Request for Grote Industries Lighting System
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regarding an exemption application from Grote Industries LLC, Madison, Indiana. The exemption concerns the current requirement that exterior lighting devices on commercial motor vehicles be steady-burning. Grote seeks approval to operate CMVs equipped with auxiliary rear or side lamps that flash or strobe when acti more
Consumer Brands Association Urges FDA to Maintain Existing Gluten Labeling Standards and Opposes Expanded Allergen Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Consumer Brands Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration addressing concerns over the proposed changes to gluten labeling and cross-contact prevention for packaged foods. The letter responds to the FDA's request for information related to a citizen petition by Celiac Journey, which seeks to have gluten recognized as a major food allergen and to impose additional labeling requirements for gluten-containing grains (GCGs) and o more
Cross-Cutting Issues Group Supports EPA's Paper Manifest Sunset Rule With Recommendations for Implementation
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Cross-Cutting Issues Group submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency addressing a proposed rule to phase out paper manifests in favor of electronic manifests for tracking hazardous and polychlorinated biphenyl wastes. The letter highlights CCIG's general support for the proposed transition while providing detailed feedback on implementation challenges and requests to minimize operational costs and regulatory burdens.
CCIG emphasized more
CUSIP Global Services Addresses Misconceptions in Public Comment Letter to SEC on Financial Data Transparency Act
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- CUSIP Global Services, Norwalk, Connecticut, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission addressing inaccuracies in the administrative record concerning CUSIP usage under the Financial Data Transparency Act. The letter seeks to clarify points raised by commenters on the joint data standards rulemaking proposed by nine federal agencies, including the SEC, the Federal Reserve Board, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and ot more
Economic Innovation Group Urges Treasury to Clarify Opportunity Zones Nomination Process
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Economic Innovation Group (EIG) Opportunity Zones Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund), offering recommendations on the Opportunity Zones (OZ) nomination tool. The Coalition, representing various stakeholders including fund managers, financial institutions, community organizations, and developers, provided insights intended to guide states in the nomination more
Empower Pharmacy Seeks Clarification From FDA on Draft Guidance Impacting 503A Compounding Facilities
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Empower Pharmacy submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's draft guidance titled Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations at the Conclusion of a Drug cGMP Inspection. The company, engaged in the human drug compounding and pharmaceutical quality sector, emphasized the need for clearer distinctions in the draft guidance between cGMP-regulated entities and 503A compounding facilities, which are exempt from current good man more
Environmental Technology Council Urges EPA to Extend Timeline for Fully Electronic Hazardous Waste Manifests
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Environmental Technology Council, representing the hazardous waste management industry, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency concerning the agency's proposed Paper Manifest Sunset Rule aimed at shifting from paper to electronic hazardous waste manifests by 2028. The ETC, longtime collaborators in developing the EPA's e-Manifest system, contends that while the current system operates as Congress intended, moving to a fully electro more
Experts Urge FDA to Require Gluten Labeling on All Packaged Foods Citing Risks for Wheat-Allergic Patients
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Golisano Children's Hospital Department of Pediatrics has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration expressing strong support for a citizen petition requesting mandatory gluten labeling on all packaged foods in the United States. The letter, authored by the Chief of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology at the University of Rochester Medical Center, underscores concerns that current labeling fails to sufficiently protect individuals with wheat al more
Financial Technology Association Proposes Key Changes to IRS Trump Account Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Financial Technology Association submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service and the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing proposed regulations for Trump Accounts established under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The association, a network of fintech industry leaders, outlined recommendations to optimize the accounts' implementation, urging for a more accessible, competitive, and modernized financial platform to benefit American families and c more
Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Urge FDA to Maintain Current Gluten Labeling Standards
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association of the United States has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration addressing the agency's request for information on labeling and preventing cross contact of gluten in packaged foods. As a national association representing 119 member companies that produce or market over 95% of flavors sold in the United States, FEMA emphasized that flavors are an unlikely source of gluten contamination and s more
Food and Beverage Industry Groups Urge FDA to Maintain Current Gluten Labeling Standards
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Food and Beverage Issue Alliance, a coalition of food and beverage trade associations, submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration addressing the agency's request for information on labeling and preventing gluten cross-contact in packaged foods. FBIA emphasized its support for the existing FDA regulatory framework, cautioning against reclassifying gluten as a major food allergen under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALC more
Food Industry Association Urges FDA to Maintain Current Gluten-Free Labeling Framework
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Food Industry Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration concerning the agency's Request for Information on labeling and preventing cross-contact of gluten in packaged foods. FMI expressed strong support for the agency's established gluten-free labeling standards and urged FDA to preserve the existing regulatory framework while accommodating necessary enhancements.
FMI, comprising members across the food supply chain from pr more
Haycen Limited Urges OCC to Permit Pass-Through Yield for Institutional Stablecoin Users
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Haycen Limited submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, addressing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act. The letter focused on the key policy issue of whether permitted payment stablecoin issuers may pass through yield to institutional stablecoin holders under appropriate regulatory safeguards.
Haycen, developing a regulated stab more
IFF Urges CDFI Fund to Enhance Opportunity Zones Program Data and Participation
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- IFF, a leading mission-driven Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) operating across ten Midwestern states, has submitted a public comment letter to the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) within the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing key aspects of the Opportunity Zones (OZ) program's information collection process. The organization highlighted the importance of optimizing data tools and frameworks to increase certified CDFI p more
Ind. Environmental Management Dept. Urges EPA to Address Concerns in Paper Manifest Sunset Rule
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Indiana Department of Environmental Management, Indianapolis, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's proposed rule titled "Paper Manifest Sunset Rule; Modification of the Hazardous Waste Manifest Regulations." The proposed rule seeks to establish a timeline for phasing out paper manifests in favor of electronic manifests as part of hazardous waste management regulations.
IDEM expresses support for regula more
International Association of Color Manufacturers Addresses Gluten Labeling Concerns With FDA
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The International Association of Color Manufacturers submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's request for information on labeling and preventing cross contact of gluten in packaged foods. The letter responds to the FDA's docket FDA-2023-P-3942, concerning measures to help consumers identify gluten-free foods and ensure accurate allergen labeling.
The IACM, representing global producers and users of color additives in more
International Dairy Foods Association Urges Caution on FDA Gluten Labeling Proposals
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The International Dairy Foods Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's Request for Information on labeling and preventing cross-contact of gluten in packaged foods. Representing a broad spectrum of the U.S. dairy industry, IDFA cautioned the FDA against implementing broad mandatory changes to gluten labeling and cross-contact verification requirements, emphasizing approaches grounded in science, feasibilit more
Lantheus Opposes ADACAP Petition for Reconsideration on FDA Lutetium Lu-177 Dotatate Decision
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Lantheus Medical Imaging Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) opposing Advanced Accelerator Applications USA, Inc. Petition for Reconsideration regarding the FDA's response to ADACAP's citizen petition on lutetium Lu-177 dotatate. Lantheus challenges ADACAP's attempt to revisit FDA's prior decision, arguing the agency's action was based on sound science and proper legal framework and that ADACAP's petition is a repackaging of reje more
LEAD for Pollinators Opposes EPA Proposal to Reclassify Solid Waste Incinerators
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- LEAD for Pollinators Inc., an environmental organization based in Akron, Ohio, submitted a public comment letter to the Environmental Protection Agency expressing strong opposition to the agency's proposed reclassification of Solid Waste Incinerators under Section 129 of the Clean Air Act. The letter raises concerns that this reclassification would reduce regulatory protections and allow certain facilities involved in "chemical" or "advanced" recycling to burn waste and rel more
Lee & Ko Submits Comment Urging IRS and Treasury to Expand PFE Sourcing Rules Under Section 45X
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Lee & Ko, a South Korean law firm, has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service and the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing the scope of Prohibited Foreign Entity sourcing determinations under Section 45X of the Internal Revenue Code. The comment responds to Notice 2026-15 issued by the agencies, focusing on clarifying the material assistance rules applicable to multi-tier supply chains, particularly in the manufacturing of battery cells and more
Liberty Counsel Action Urges EPA to Add Mifepristone to Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Liberty Counsel Action, Maitland, Florida, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency urging the agency to add mifepristone and its active metabolites explicitly to the final Contaminant Candidate List 6 for drinking water contaminants. The letter identifies concerns about the environmental and public health impacts of the abortion pill protocol involving mifepristone and misoprostol, contending that these compounds likely contaminate U.S. more
Main Street Foundation Supports BOEM's Revised Financial Assurance Framework for Offshore Energy
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Main Street Foundation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior regarding the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's (BOEM) proposed revisions to the financial assurance requirements for Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) lease and grant obligations.
The Main Street Foundation's Center for Regulatory Analysis and Engagement (CRAE) endorsed the proposal as a meaningful recalibration of the 2024 framework, aiming to better balance taxpayer pr more
Main Street Foundation Urges IRS to Simplify Implementation of Trump Accounts for Broad Participation
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Main Street Foundation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service concerning the proposed rulemaking on Trump Accounts, a regulatory framework implementing section 530A of the Internal Revenue Code. The letter, authored by the Main Street Foundation's Center for Regulatory Analysis and Engagement (CRAE), offers detailed recommendations aimed at ensuring the program achieves its intended long-term economi more
Main Street Foundation Urges USDA to Refine SNAP Interstate Data Matching Proposal
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Main Street Foundation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) regarding the agency's Information Collection Request (ICR) for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The letter critiques the proposed National Accuracy Clearinghouse (NAC), which aims to prevent duplicate SNAP benefits issued across state lines through interstate data matching.
The Main Street Foundation's Center for Regu more
Melwood Urges DOE to Withdraw Rule Rescinding Accessibility Requirements in Federally Assisted Construction
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Melwood, an organization advocating for people with disabilities, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy expressing concerns about a direct final rule that seeks to rescind new construction requirements related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs.
Melwood provides services including employment, job training, and support for more than 3,000 people with disabilities and their caregivers annually. The organization warns that the more
Michelle Wright Consulting Raises Concerns Over Proposed Changes to Gluten Labeling Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Michelle Wright Consulting LLC, a food regulatory and labeling consulting firm, submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration addressing the potential impacts of revising gluten-related labeling regulations. The company expressed concerns about unintended consequences for consumers and the food industry if the agency moves forward with altering gluten declarations, especially in light of recent legal and regulatory complexities.
In the letter, Miche more
National Confectioners Association Urges FDA to Maintain Current Gluten Labeling Practices
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The National Confectioners Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration addressing the agency's Request for Information on "Labeling and Preventing Cross Contact of Gluten for Packaged Foods." Representing the U.S. confectionery industry, which supports nearly 700,000 American jobs, NCA provided detailed feedback on FDA's proposals related to gluten labeling and allergen disclosure.
In its letter, NCA emphasized the importance of t more
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Offshore Operators Committee, representing more than 90% of energy production on the Gulf of America Outer Continental Shelf, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the proposed Paper Manifest Sunset Rule and related modifications to hazardous waste manifest regulations. The OOC urges the EPA to retain paper hazardous waste manifests as a compliance option and to extend the sunset period from 24 months to 48 months to more
Pi Health Urges Rigorous Standards for FDA AI-Enabled Early-Phase Clinical Trials Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Pi Health Inc., an AI-native clinical trial platform company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding a pilot program aimed at AI-enabled optimization of early-phase clinical trials. The company outlined recommendations for the pilot's design, participant selection, and success criteria, emphasizing the need for robust data integrity, scalable technology architectures, and rigorous evaluation more
PTG Urges OCC to Reconsider Seven-Day Redemption Delay in Stablecoin Regulation
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- PTG, a leading trade association of principal trading firms, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the agency's Proposed Rule implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act. The letter expresses strong concerns about proposed Rule 15.12(c), which mandates a seven-day redemption delay for payment stablecoin issuers facing redemption demands exceeding 10 percent of outstand more
Sovos Urges IRS to Modernize Electronic Furnishing of Payee Statements With E-SIGN Act Alignment
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Sovos Compliance, a global provider of tax compliance and regulatory reporting software, has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service addressing Notice 2026-4 on the electronic furnishing of payee statements. The letter critiques the current electronic consent framework as outdated and overly complex, urging the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the IRS to modernize the rules uniformly across all information returns.
Sovos expressed concern that more
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network Opposes DOE Proposal to Rescind Disability Access Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The SPAN Parent Advocacy Network has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing proposed regulatory changes. The letter addresses DOE's plans to rescind existing regulations implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, which currently require new construction and alterations to be fully accessible to people with disabilities, as well as mandate transition plans to remove barriers in existing facilities.
SPAN, a national non-profit th more
Superior Industrial Solutions Submits Comments on EPA Paper Manifest Sunset Rule
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Superior Industrial Solutions Inc., a distributor of industrial solvents and chemicals, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Office of Resource Conservation and Recovery regarding the Paper Manifest Sunset Proposed Rule. The letter addresses the proposed phase-out of paper manifests under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and discusses the company's experience and suggestions concerning the transition to the electronic m more
Texas Chemistry Council Urges EPA for Clarifications and Flexibility in Paper Manifest Sunset Rule
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Texas Chemistry Council has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency addressing the agency's proposed Paper Manifest Sunset Rule, which aims to modify hazardous waste manifest regulations by transitioning from paper to electronic manifests. Representing over 60 chemical manufacturing and research companies in Texas that collectively support more than 500,000 jobs, TCC generally supports the rule but emphasizes the need for clarificat more
Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants Offers Comments on Special Depreciation Allowance Guidance
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Federal Tax Policy Committee of the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury concerning Notice 2026-16, which provides interim guidance on the special depreciation allowance for qualified production property under Section 168(n). The committee expressed appreciation for the guidance issued but requested clarification and enhancement on multiple technical aspects as the Treasury and Internal Re more
United Spinal Urges DOE to Withdraw Proposed Rules Affecting Accessibility Standards
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- United Spinal Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing two proposed direct final rules related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs or activities. The letter expresses strong concerns about the potential negative impact on accessibility standards upheld by federal regulations and the subsequent consequences for Americans with mobility disabilities and other accessibility challenges.
United Spinal Association more
Veolia ES Technical Solutions Urges EPA to Delay Mandatory Full Electronic Hazardous Waste Manifest Rule
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Veolia ES Technical Solutions LLC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency concerning the agency's proposed Paper Manifest Sunset Rule, which aims to modify hazardous waste manifest regulations toward full electronic submission. Veolia, a longtime hazardous waste management company, acknowledged the benefits of electronic manifesting but expressed strong concerns about the EPA's timeline and system readiness for mandatory transition to a more
Vitalant Urges FDA to Clarify Flexibility in Draft Guidance on Responding to Form 483 Observations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Vitalant, one of the nation's largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the draft guidance titled Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations at the Conclusion of a Drug CGMP Inspection. The letter addresses concerns about the draft guidance issued by the FDA in March 2026 that is intended to promote effective communication between the FDA and regulated establishm more
Tipoffs: Iran
Center on Cyber & Technology Innovation Senior Director Montgomery Testifies Before House Homeland Security Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection released the following testimony by Navy Rear Adm. Mark Montgomery (ret.), senior director and senior fellow of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation, from an April 29, 2026, hearing entitled "Data Centers, Telecommunications Networks, and Space-Based Systems: Modernizing DHS's SRMA Role for the Communications and IT Sectors." DHS is the U.S. more
CSIS Issues Commentary: What May 15 Means for Somalia's Federal Architecture and Global Shipping
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on May 11, 2026, by Aaron Stanley, deputy director and fellow of the Africa Program:
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What May 15 Means for Somalia's Federal Architecture and Global Shipping
Somalia's coast. The recent resurgence of piracy has led the Joint Maritime Information Center to raise its threat level for piracy off the Somali Coast and in the Somali Basin to "severe."
Somali piracy peaked in 2011-2012, co more
DNC Launches New Mini-Documentary Featuring Vietnam War Veteran Condemning Trump's Deadly and Costly War With Iran
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on May 11, 2026:
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DNC Launches New Mini-Documentary Featuring Vietnam War Veteran Condemning Trump's Deadly and Costly War With Iran
Trump's war with Iran puts servicemembers' lives at risk as veterans back home see benefits rolled back
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Today, the DNC released a new mini-documentary featuring Vietnam War veteran William Mitchell Ellerby, who shares his personal story about fighting in the Vietn more
Foundation for Economic Education Posts Commentary: Seats of Power
DETROIT, Michigan, May 12 -- The Foundation for Economic Education posted the following commentary by Mark Nayler, freelance journalist and critic based in Malaga, Spain:
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Seats of Power
Spain is desperate to win the next presidency of the European Central Bank.
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Luis de Guindos escaped Spanish politics just in time. In March 2018, he stepped down as Economy Minister, having served under prime minister Mariano Rajoy since 2011; three months later, Rajoy was ousted in a no-confidence v more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to Times of Central Asia: U.S. Still Doesn't Know Where Central Asia Belongs
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on May 11, 2026, by senior fellow Ken Moriyasu to the Times of Central Asia:
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The US Still Doesn't Know Where Central Asia Belongs
Washington cannot decide where Central Asia belongs. Is it part of Europe? Asia? The Middle East? The confusion is on full display in how the House of Representatives has reassigned the regi more
ICYMI: Ranking Member Shaheen, Senator Curtis Pen Economist Op-Ed Defending U.S. Commitments in the Indo-Pacific Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release on May 11, 2026:
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ICYMI: Ranking Member Shaheen, Senator Curtis Pen Economist Op-Ed Defending U.S. Commitments in the Indo-Pacific Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit
Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and John Curtis (R-UT) published an op-ed in The Economist warning that rising agg more
Information Technology - Information Sharing & Analysis Center Executive Director Algeier Testifies Before House Homeland Security Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection released the following testimony by Scott C. Algeier, executive director of the Information Technology - Information Sharing and Analysis Center, and president and CEO of Conrad Inc., from an April 29, 2026, hearing entitled "Data Centers, Telecommunications Networks, and Space-Based Systems: Modernizing DHS's SRMA Role for the Communications and IT Sectors." DHS is the U.S. Department o more
Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Caine Testifies Before Senate Armed Services Committee
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Senate Armed Services Committee released the following testimony by Air Force Gen. Daniel Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, from an April 30, 2026, hearing on the fiscal 2027 budget request:
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I am deeply honored and profoundly grateful to represent the extraordinary 2.8 million uniformed and civilian members of our Joint Force and their families who serve our great nation, and to testify on the President's Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 budget.
The enduring s more
Lower Prices at the Pump Act Legislation by Rep. McDonald Rivet Analyzed
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Lower Prices at the Pump Act, originally introduced by Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet, D-MI, on May 7, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. This legislation aims to protect consumers from price gouging related to gasoline and fuel during periods of geopolitical instability, specifically conflicts involving Iran.
This bill emerges in response to ongoing fears of rising fuel prices stemming from military operations against Iran, which began earlier more
McDonald Hopkins Issues Commentary: Quick Take - Comprehensive Federal Privacy Bills Aim to Supersede State Privacy Laws
CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 12 -- McDonald Hopkins, a law firm, issued the following commentary on May 11, 2026, by associate Deana Alegi and member Blair Dawson:
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Quick take: New comprehensive federal privacy bills aim to supersede state privacy laws
On April 22, the U.S. House of Representatives Financial Services Committee and the Energy and Commerce Committee introduced two privacy bills that would preempt related state laws and present a major attempt to establish comprehensive consumer pr more
Moolenaar and Dingell Introduce Legislation That Would Ban Chinese Vehicles From U.S. Roads
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release on May 11, 2026:
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Moolenaar and Dingell Introduce Legislation That Would Ban Chinese Vehicles from U.S. Roads
Connected Vehicle Security Act Would Prohibit Vehicles and Components Linked to China
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Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Congresswoman Debbie Din more
Secretary of War Hegseth Testifies Before Senate Armed Services Committee
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Senate Armed Services Committee released the following testimony by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth from an April 30, 2026, hearing on the fiscal 2027 budget request:
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Chairman Wicker, Ranking Member Reed, distinguished members of the Committee - thank you for the opportunity to testify in support of President Trump's proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 budget for the Department of War (Defense).
Today I am honored testify alongside General Dan Caine, the 22nd Chairman more
State Dept. Issues Readout of Secretary Rubio Call With Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Wong
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following readout by Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott on Secretary Marco Rubio's call on May 11, 2026, with Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong:
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Secretary Rubio held a call today with Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong.
The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific.
Secretary Rubio underscored the strength of the U.S.-Australia Alliance and its im more
State Dept.: New Round of Economic Fury Sanctions Targets IRGC Oil Operations
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following statement on May 11, 2026, by Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott:
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New Round of Economic Fury Sanctions Targets IRGC Oil Operations
The Trump Administration is intensifying pressure on the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) by targeting the financial networks that enable its illicit oil operations.
Today, the United States is sanctioning a network involved in selling and shipping Iranian oil to overseas b more
Stop Oil Exports to Lower Gas Prices Act Legislation by Rep. Sherman Analyzed
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Stop Oil Exports to Lower Gas Prices Act, originally introduced by Rep. Brad Sherman, D-CA, on May 7, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. The bill aims to prohibit the export of crude oil, gasoline, and diesel fuel during periods of military operations against Iran, sparked by heightened tensions in the region.
As global markets react to geopolitical conflicts, the legislation seeks to manage domestic fuel prices amidst an ongoing military en more
Visual Protection of Strategic Assets Act Legislation by Sen. Cotton Analyzed
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Visual Protection of Strategic Assets Act, originally introduced by Sen. Tom Cotton, R-AR, on April 30, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. This legislation aims to enhance the prohibitions related to espionage in the United States by targeting the photography and surveillance of high-value military assets and installations.
In an era marked by increasing global tensions and espionage threats, the bill underscores the necessity to tighten nat more
W.Va. State Treasurer Pack Calls for a Special Session to Suspend the State Gas Tax
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, May 12 -- West Virginia State Treasurer Larry Pack issued the following news release on May 11, 2026:
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Treasurer Pack Calls for a Special Session to Suspend the State Gas Tax
Would Support Similar Effort by President Trump at the Federal Level
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State Treasurer Larry Pack today called for a suspension of the state gas tax to offset increasing gas prices due to the conflict in Iran. President Donald Trump is considering a similar proposal at the federal level, more
55th Fighter Squadron pilots earn Distinguished Flying Cross
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news:
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55th Fighter Squadron pilots earn Distinguished Flying Cross
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Six F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots assigned to the 55th Fighter Squadron received the Distinguished Flying Cross for their heroic actions in recent combat operations during a ceremony at Shaw Air Force Base on May 5.
The six exceptional aviators were honored for their contributions to Operation Midnight Hammer, the United States' successful strikes on Iran more
AI Tool Developed by Technion and University of Haifa Delivers Real-Time Data to Rescue Teams
HAIFA, Israel, May 11 -- The Technion - Israel Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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AI Tool Developed by Technion and University of Haifa Delivers Real-Time Data to Rescue Teams
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The recent ballistic missile attacks from Iran, which claimed the lives of dozens of Israelis, have underscored the urgent need for rescue teams to access precise, real-time information about damaged buildings and the options for extracting civilians trapped inside. In response, researchers from more
As Trump's Illegal War with Iran Drives up Costs at Every Turn, Lujan Fights to Tackle Affordability Crisis Hitting New Mexicans and the Agricultural Industry
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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As Trump's Illegal War with Iran Drives up Costs at Every Turn, Lujan Fights to Tackle Affordability Crisis Hitting New Mexicans and the Agricultural Industry
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Lujan Concludes Weeklong Tour Across New Mexico Meeting with Industry Experts and New Mexicans to Address President Trump's Affordability Crisis
Las Cruces, N.M. - As President Trump's illegal war with Iran continues to drive up costs a more
Boyle Statement on Trump's Support for Suspending Gas Tax
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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Boyle Statement on Trump's Support for Suspending Gas Tax
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WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), author of the Gas Price Relief Act, released the following statement in response to reports that President Trump has backed a suspension of the federal gas tax :
"Suspending the gas tax requires President Trump to work with Congress. That is exactly why I introduced the Gas Price more
CNN en Espanol Rebrands and Sharpens Multiplatform Strategy
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 11 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news:
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CNN en Espanol Rebrands and Sharpens Multiplatform Strategy
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May 11th, 2026
May 11, 2026 -CNN en Espanol is advancing its next phase of growth following a year of structural and editorial transformation, unveiling a refreshed brand identity and a sharpened multiplatform strategy focused on U.S. Hispanic audiences while maintaining its long-established presence across Latin America.
The updated brand-in more
CSUF Economists Offer Expert Insights on Trade, Economy
FULLERTON, California, May 11 -- California State University Fullerton campus issued the following news:
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CSUF Economists Offer Expert Insights on Trade, Economy
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As conflict in Iran rattles energy markets and tariffs reshape global trade, Cal State Fullerton economists offered expert insights on the fast-changing economic landscape in their 2026 Economic and International Trade Forecast.
Woods Center for Economic Analysis and Forecasting Director Anil Puri and Co-director Mira Farka more
FinCEN Issues Alert to Stop Money Laundering by Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Crimes Enforcement Network issued the following news release:
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FinCEN Issues Alert to Stop Money Laundering by Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps
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WASHINGTON -Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued an Alert to help financial institutions identify and stop funding streams and procurement networks supporting Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The IRG more
Heinrich, Lujan Demand Answers about U.S. and Israeli Military's Adherence to International Law in the Middle East
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich, Lujan Demand Answers about U.S. and Israeli Military's Adherence to International Law in the Middle East
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A dozen Senate Dems ask U.S. Central Command whether American forces have provided support to Israel's forced displacement of 1,000,000 civilians in Lebanon
New Mexico - U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) joined U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and more
ICYMI: "Ohio is Back," "Democrats in Ohio may have more reason to hope than they've had in years"
COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 11 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news:
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ICYMI: "Ohio is Back," "Democrats in Ohio may have more reason to hope than they've had in years"
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COLUMBUS, OH - Ohio Democrats marked the start of the general election with incredible energy and turnout for the Democratic ticket, and Ohioans are hearing about it all around the state - and the country too. Democrats saw the highest turnout in a governor's race year since 2006 and huge increases in urban an more
Lujan: Republicans Push $1,000,000,000 for Trump's Ballroom While Families Struggle with Rising Costs
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan: Republicans Push $1,000,000,000 for Trump's Ballroom While Families Struggle with Rising Costs
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Joint Economic Committee found that small businesses lost 4.5 times more jobs in 2025 than 2020 amid Trump's tariffs
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) issued the following statement on Congressional Republicans proposing $1 billion for President Trump's ballroom, while do more
MEDIA RECAP: As Congress Returns To Washington, Barrett Leads AUMF To Limit Conflict In Iran
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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MEDIA RECAP: As Congress Returns To Washington, Barrett Leads AUMF To Limit Conflict In Iran
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Washington, D.C. -As Congress prepares to return to Washington this week, Congressman Tom Barrett is leading an Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) to provide a clear and defined mission objective, limit the scope of approved military action, and establish a firm deadline for the conflict in Iran more
Mike Lawler Used Gas Prices as a Political Talking Point -- Now, He's Not Saying Much
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Mike Lawler Used Gas Prices as a Political Talking Point -- Now, He's Not Saying Much
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After campaigning for years on lowering gas prices, vulnerable Republican Mike Lawler has no answer for his constituents paying over $4.50/gallon at the gas pump and is quite eager to deflect the blame.
Mike Lawler has promised for years to lower gas prices, but now he's breaking that vow by fa more
Moolenaar, Dingell Introduce Legislation To Ban Chinese Vehicles from U.S. Roads
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Moolenaar, Dingell Introduce Legislation To Ban Chinese Vehicles from U.S. Roads
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Connected Vehicle Security Act Would Prohibit Vehicles and Components Linked to China
Today, Congressman John Moolenaar and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) introduced the Connected Vehicle Security Act. The legislation would prohibit the importation, manufacture, and sale of connected vehicles, software, and h more
No Funds for Iran War Act Legislation by Rep. Ryan Analyzed
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The No Funds for Iran War Act, originally introduced by Rep. Patrick Ryan, D-NY, on May 7, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. The bill aims to restrict the use of federal funds for military action against Iran unless Congress formally declares war or authorizes such action through specific legislation.
The legislation arises amid escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with advocates highlighting the importance of congressional oversight more
NOTUS: Republicans Don't Want to Talk About Gas Prices Anymore
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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NOTUS: Republicans Don't Want to Talk About Gas Prices Anymore
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Their message to voters? "Grow a stronger spine."
House Republicans promised voters they would lower prices, but now that they've been caught in their lie with costs skyrocketing across the country, their responses have become a "study in spin."
See the ways vulnerable House Republicans are scrambling to deceive vo more
Pappas Calls for U.S. House to Subpoena Prediction Markets, Fully Investigate Corruption and Insider Trading
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Chris Pappas, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release:
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Pappas Calls for U.S. House to Subpoena Prediction Markets, Fully Investigate Corruption and Insider Trading
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Today Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) called on Congressman James Comer (KY-01), the Chairman of the House Committee on Oversight, to formally open an investigation into corruption and insider trading occurring in online prediction markets by subpoenaing internal records from these ma more
Prohibition on Research Funding Legislation by Sen. Scott Analyzed
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Prohibition on Research Funding, originally introduced by Sen. Rick Scott, R-FL, on April 28, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. The bill aims to amend the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021, specifically targeting certain institutions of higher education that receive foreign funding for specific tasks related to national security.
The legislation is driven by concerns regarding national security and the potential for fo more
The Longer This Conflict Drags On, The Higher The Likelihood of Prolonged Economic Pain
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 11 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release:
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The Longer This Conflict Drags On, The Higher The Likelihood of Prolonged Economic Pain
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Following Energy Secretary Chris Wright's comments on NBC's "Meet the Press," indicating the administration is "open to all ideas" to lower the cost of gas, Americans for Prosperity renewed its call for policymakers to prioritize lowering costs for American families and bringing the more
U.S. And Iran Are Close to a Memorandum of Understanding
WASHINGTON, May 11 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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The U.S. And Iran Are Close to a Memorandum of Understanding
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The United States and Iran may be nearing an end to their conflict with a one-page, 14-point framework to end hostilities. Iranian officials are evaluating the U.S. framework.
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Iran has been hurt by the U.S. blockade of its ports because it exports 98% of its oil through the Strait of Hormuz, more
WATCH: Out-Of-Touch Jay Feely Falsely Claims That Tariffs Haven't Raised Prices: "We Haven't Seen That"
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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WATCH: Out-Of-Touch Jay Feely Falsely Claims That Tariffs Haven't Raised Prices: "We Haven't Seen That"
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Report after report after report shows that Arizonans are paying higher prices due to tariffs
Is Jay Feely lying ( again ), or is he just deeply out of touch with how much more everyday Arizonans are paying for groceries, utilities, and other household essentials ?
The answ more
