BROOKLYN PARK, Minnesota, March 11 -- The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas issued the following news:
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11 New Standard Partners Join MRAA
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announced that 11 companies made a commitment to the association as Standard Partners through the end of January. The addition of these companies expands the network of organizations that support the marine industry and the retailers who serve boaters.
MRAA's Partner Membership Progra more
AARP Report: Older Americans Plan More Travel in 2026 as They Embrace AI and Deal Hunting
WASHINGTON, March 11 (TNSrep) -- AARP issued the following news release:
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New AARP Report: Older Americans Plan More Travel in 2026 as They Embrace AI and Deal Hunting
Older travelers plan nearly four trips in 2026 and are increasingly using rewards, comparison shopping and AI tools to stretch travel budgets.
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Older Americans are planning for a big year of travel in 2026 despite persistent cost concerns, according to new AARP research. The latest Travel Trends report shows travelers a more
CMSAF Wolfe Visits Joint Base Andrews
JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Maryland, March 11 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base Andrews (316th Wing) issued the following news on March 10, 2026:
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CMSAF Wolfe visits Joint Base Andrews
By Senior Airman Alexis Redin 316th Wing Public Affairs
Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Wolfe, and his wife, Dr. Doniel Wolfe, visited Joint Base Andrews on March 3, 2026.
The CMSAF held an all-call to emphasize the Air Force's three priorities: readiness, modernization, and Airmen and their famili more
CUNY Chancellor Matos Rodriguez Visits Early Childhood 'CUNY Reconnect' Class at BMCC
NEW YORK, March 11 -- The City University of New York issued the following news:
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CUNY Chancellor Matos Rodriguez Visits Early Childhood 'CUNY Reconnect' Class at BMCC
Child Development Class Is Part of Gov. Hochul's Free Community College Initiative for Adult Learners in High-Demand Fields
CUNY to Expand Teacher Pipeline for Early Childhood Programs in Support of New York's Universal Child Care and Early Childhood Initiatives
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City University of New York Chancellor Felix V. Matos Ro more
DOE Argonne National Laboratory: AI "Adviser" Accelerates Robotic Design of Advanced Electronic Materials
ARGONNE, Illinois, March 11 (TNSjou) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Argonne National Laboratory issued the following news release:
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AI "adviser" accelerates robotic design of advanced electronic materials
Argonne-led team develops special algorithm that monitors AI-driven autonomous experiments
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The AI "adviser" algorithm monitors the performance of other machine learning algorithms as autonomous experiments progress. It provides human scientists with insights that inform refinement more
DOE Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory: Cracking the Code - Using AI to Solve Difficult-To-Map Proteins
WASHINGTON, March 11 (TNSjou) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory issued the following news:
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Cracking the Code: Using AI to Solve Difficult-to-Map Proteins
Leveraging artificial intelligence and quantum calculations, scientists developed a new tool that yielded higher-quality structural information and solved notoriously elusive proteins.
Key Takeaways
* A new computer program developed at Berkeley Lab offers a faster and more accurate way to determi more
Duke Energy Prices Upsized Offering of $1.3 Billion of 3.000% Convertible Senior Notes Due 2029
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, March 11 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release:
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Duke Energy prices upsized offering of $1.3 billion of 3.000% convertible senior notes due 2029
Duke Energy Corporation (NYSE: DUK) announced the pricing of its offering of $1.3 billion aggregate principal amount of its 3.000% convertible senior notes due 2029 in a private placement under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"). The size of the offering was increased from the prev more
Duke University: Trustees Reappoint Price to Third Term as President
DURHAM, North Carolina, March 11 -- Duke University issued the following news:
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Trustees Reappoint Price to Third Term as President
Trustees also approve tuition and fees for next academic year
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At its quarterly meeting, the Duke University Board of Trustees reappointed President Vincent E. Price to a third term beginning July 1, 2027. In addition, the board held the third session of a yearlong program of engagement focused on the next phase of Duke Science and Technology (referred to more
FCC Public Safety & Homeland Security Bureau Issues Public Notice Announcing 7th Meeting of Ninth Communications Security, Reliability, Interoperability Council on March 24, 2026
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Federal Communications Commission Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau issued the following public notice (Docket No. DA 26-231) on March 10, 2026:
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This Public Notice serves as an announcement that, consistent with the Federal Advisory Committee Act,/1 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) will hold the seventh and final meeting of the Communications Security, Reliability, and Interoperability Council IX (CSRIC IX or Council) on March more
FIU: Forum to Explore the Future of AI in Communication
MIAMI, Florida, March 11 -- Florida International University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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Forum to explore the future of AI in communication
By Emily Martinez
FIU will bring together media and technology leaders for a timely conversation about the evolving role of artificial intelligence in storytelling and journalism.
On Thursday, March 12, at 1 p.m., the Lillian Lodge Kopenhaver Center for the Advancement of Women in Communicat more
Food and Water Watch: East Whiteland Planning Commission Recommends Increased Scrutiny for Data Center Proposal
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release on March 10, 2026:
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East Whiteland Planning Commission Recommends Increased Scrutiny for Data Center Proposal
After hundreds show up in opposition, East Whiteland joins a growing number of communities opposed to data centers; statewide moratorium bill expected soon
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Last night, after hundreds of residents packed an auditorium to voice opposition to a proposed data center development, the East Whiteland more
Four LA Tech Innovation Enterprise Partners Awarded Missile Defense Agency Contracts
RUSTON, Louisiana, March 11 -- Louisiana Tech University issued the following news:
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Four LA Tech Innovation Enterprise partners awarded Missile Defense Agency contracts
Four partners within Louisiana Tech's Innovation Enterprise -- Archem, BetaFlix, Small Business Consulting Corporation (SBCC), and Stephenson Stellar Corporation -- were awarded contracts for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Scalable Homeland Innovative Enterprise Layered Defense (SHIELD) indefinite-delivery/indefinite-q more
LONDON, England, March 11 (TNSrpt) -- GSK (formerly GlaxoSmithKline), a biopharmaceutical company, issued the following news release on March 10, 2026:
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GSK tops Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Benchmark Report
GSK welcomes independent recognition of our leadership in addressing the urgent global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in the AMR Benchmark Report, issued today. GSK's leading position among large biopharma companies reflects our continuous focus on delivering innovative a more
Hilton Introduces the Hilton AI Planner, Advancing the Future of Curated Travel Discovery
MCLEAN, Virginia, March 11 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release on March 10, 2026:
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Hilton Introduces the Hilton AI Planner, Advancing the Future of Curated Travel Discovery
Launching in beta to bring guests smarter, more intuitive travel planning - laying the groundwork for even more personalized experiences ahead
* Hilton announced the Hilton AI Planner, a new generative AI-powered digital concierge available at hilton.com.
* The Hilton AI Planner uses conve more
HP Research: Low-Effort AI-Built Attacks Are Beating Current Defenses
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 11 (TNSrpt) -- The Business Technology Association issued the following news:
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HP Research: Low-Effort AI-Built Attacks Are Beating Current Defenses
HP Inc. has issued its latest Threat Insights Report, with strong indications that attackers are using AI to scale and accelerate campaigns -- with many prioritizing cost, effort and efficiency over quality. Despite being formulaic and low-effort, these AI-assisted attacks are slipping past enterprise defenses.
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Influenza Strain Partially Dodges Existing Immunity and Current Vaccine, BIDMC-Led Study Finds
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 11 (TNSjou) -- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center issued the following news:
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Influenza Strain Partially Dodges Existing Immunity and Current Vaccine, BIDMC-Led Study Finds
Vaccine Still Boosts Antibody Protection Against "Subclade K"
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This year's dominant flu strain has an unusual number of mutations, allowing it to partially escape existing immunity, investigators at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) report. In a research letter published in more
International Justice Mission: Romania Moves to Strengthen Laws Protecting Children Online
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- International Justice Mission issued the following news on March 10, 2026:
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Romania moves to strengthen laws protecting children online
Summary: Romania is taking major steps to update its laws and better protect children from online sexual exploitation. Lawmakers and experts met in Bucharest to discuss changes to the Criminal Code that would ensure the law reflects today's digital world and clearly recognizes that this form of abuse harms real children.
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Keysight Debuts Purpose-Built 1.6T Ethernet AI Workload Emulation Platform to Validate Next-Generation AI Fabrics
SANTA ROSA, California, March 11 -- Keysight Technologies, a global electronic measurement technology and market solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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Keysight Debuts Purpose-Built 1.6T Ethernet AI Workload Emulation Platform to Validate Next-Generation AI Fabrics
Platform reduces risk, cost, and development time with real-world AI workload emulation and data-center-ready scalability across emerging 224G lanes
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Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) announces Ares more
Kyocera Launches the Nova Series, a Lineup of A3 MFPs Designed for Consistent Color & High-Volume Performance
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 11 -- The Business Technology Association issued the following news:
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Kyocera Launches the Nova Series, a Lineup of A3 MFPs Designed for Consistent Color & High-Volume Performance
Kyocera Document Solutions America Inc. has introduced the Nova Series, a new line of A3 MFPs designed to empower dealers and deliver exceptional value to end customers in high-volume print and scan environments. Engineered to maximize productivity, streamline workflows and promote more
Lake Forest College: Schneiderman Expands HUMAN Initiative's National Reach as Leadership Transitions to Co-principal Investigators
LAKE FOREST, Illinois, March 11 -- Lake Forest College issued the following news:
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Schneiderman expands HUMAN initiative's national reach as leadership transitions to new co-principal investigators
As Lake Forest College's Mellon-funded HUMAN initiative enters its next phase, its work at the intersection of humanistic inquiry and artificial intelligence continues to resonate far beyond campus, while new leadership prepares to guide the project forward.
Supported by a $1.2 million grant more
Manhattan University Announces Inaugural ARCH Innovation Exchange Faculty Fellows
RIVERDALE, New York, March 11 -- Manhattan University issued the following news:
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Manhattan University Announces Inaugural ARCH Innovation Exchange Faculty Fellows
Manhattan University today announced its inaugural class of Faculty Fellows for the ARCH Innovation Exchange. ARCH, which stands for Analytics, Research, Creativity, and Humanity, is a campus-wide approach to learning that combines the foundations from the University's three schools - the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences, the more
Qualcomm and Wayve Advance Production-Ready End-To-End AI for ADAS and Automated Driving
SAN DIEGO, California, March 11 -- Qualcomm Technologies, a subsidiary of Qualcomm, issued the following news release on March 10, 2026:
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Qualcomm and Wayve Advance Production-Ready End-to-End AI for ADAS and Automated Driving
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* Companies collaborate to deliver a pre integrated advanced driver assistance and automated driving system (ADAS/AD) for automakers, supporting entry level hands-off driving assistance up to eyes-off automated driving.
* Introduces Wayve AI Driver a more
Ranking Member Shaheen, Senate Foreign Relations Committee Democratic Members Publish Major Report Warning President Trump Has Weakened U.S. in Competition With China Ahead of His Travel to Beijing
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release on March 10, 2026:
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Ranking Member Shaheen, Senate Foreign Relations Committee Democratic Members Publish Major Report Warning President Trump Has Weakened U.S. in Competition with China Ahead of His Travel to Beijing
Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Democratic memb more
Space Foundation Inducts Microgravity Treadmill and Neurala Brain Into 2026 Space Technology Hall of Fame
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, March 11 -- Space Foundation issued the following news release on March 10, 2026:
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Space Foundation Inducts Microgravity Treadmill and Neurala Brain Into 2026 Space Technology Hall of Fame
Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, today announced that two leading-edge technologies developed for space will be inducted into the 2026 Space Technology Hall of Fame(R). The induction ceremony will take place du more
University of Miami: How to 'Prompt Like a Pro'
CORAL GABLES, Florida, March 11 -- The University of Miami issued the following news:
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How to 'prompt like a pro'
A University of Miami librarian provides tips on how to get the most relevant and reliable AI search results.
By Barbara Gutierrez, bgutierrez@miami.edu
As more workers, scholars, researchers, and students use artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their work, the importance of using effective prompts in their digital search has become very important.
Experts say the diff more
University of Miami: Takeaways From Real Estate Industry Leaders
CORAL GABLES, Florida, March 11 -- The University of Miami issued the following news:
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Takeaways from real estate industry leaders
Leaders at the 14th annual Real Estate Impact Conference shared pointers about the industry, the economy, and the nuance of making deals.
By Janette Neuwahl Tannen, jnt38@miami.edu
There was insight from leaders coming into their own in the real estate industry, such as Nadeem Meghji, Blackstone Real Estate's global head; those with plenty of experience; an more
University of Pennsylvania: Look Inside the Political Economy of Early America
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 11 -- The University of Pennsylvania issued the following news:
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A look inside the political economy of early America
Penn economist Fernando Arteaga shares insights into the factors that led to the American Revolution and the later institutions that created the strong U.S. national economy.
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The modern U.S. economy is a complex machine, made up of imports and exports, gross domestic product and tariffs, interest rates and manufacturing, AI and unemp more
USF Research Activity Climbs 15%, Strengthening National Standing
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, March 11 -- The University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus issued the following news:
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USF research activity climbs 15%, strengthening national standing
By Tina Meketa, University Communications and Marketing
The University of South Florida increased its research activity to $531 million in fiscal year 2025 - a rise from last year and a 15% jump over the last two years - reinforcing the university's upward trajectory in an increasingly competitive nationa more
Vanderbilt University School of Engineering's Chambers Entrepreneurship Lecture Speakers Think the Future of Business is Small Teams
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, March 11 -- Vanderbilt University School of Engineering issued the following news:
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Engineering's Chambers Entrepreneurship Lecture speakers think the future of business is small teams
Forget everything you've heard about needing a massive team, unlimited funding, and a sprawling office to build something big.
Three young Vanderbilt alumni who are co-founders of Aloa, a bootstrapped software agency and AI consultancy, will take the stage together to share their pla more
WashU Joins Third Coast Foundry
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, March 11 -- Washington University in St. Louis issued the following news:
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WashU joins Third Coast Foundry
By Erika Ebsworth-Goold
Third Coast Foundry, a new initiative designed to strengthen the combined presence of Midwestern universities in the San Francisco Bay Area, launched March 10 with WashU as an inaugural member.
The two-year pilot program brings together eight partner universities to support connection with venture capital (VC) investors and collaboratio more
Women in STEAM Share Personal, Professional Journeys at UAlbany Women's Day Celebration
ALBANY, New York, March 11 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news:
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Women in STEAM Share Personal, Professional Journeys at UAlbany Women's Day Celebration
By Bethany Bump
Cathleen Schiraldi understands that her path to becoming a staff scientist at Regeneron could seem straightforward on the surface.
The summer before she graduated from UAlbany with her PhD in molecular biology, she landed an internship with the large biotechnology company, whose campus across the Huds more
"Truly Extraordinary": Morgan McErlean '26 Honored by Computing Research Association
SWARTHMORE, Pennsylvania, March 10 -- Swarthmore College posted the following news:
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"Truly Extraordinary": Morgan McErlean '26 Honored by Computing Research Association
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In a quiet corner of the Science Center, Morgan McErlean '26 leans over a screen filled with notes -not lines of Python, but news reports and pieces of AI-generated media.
But before models or metrics comes interpretation. What counts as harm? Who is affected? How does design amplify inequity? For McErlean, computer more
2026 MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference shows why data make a difference
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, March 10 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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2026 MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference shows why data make a difference
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With time dwindling in the Olympic women's ice hockey gold medal game on Feb. 19, players for Team USA and Team Canada lined up for a key faceoff in Canada's end. Canada had a 1-0 lead. USA had 2:23 left, and an ace up their sleeve: analytics.
USA Coach John Wroblewski pulled the goalkeeper, to get a p more
2K Motion Capture Workers in Petaluma Unanimously Ratify Historic First Union Contract
NEW YORK, March 10 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees posted the following news release:
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2K Motion Capture Workers in Petaluma Unanimously Ratify Historic First Union Contract
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PETALUMA, CA, - Workers at 2K's motion capture studio in Petaluma, California have reached and unanimously ratified their first union contract with Take-Two Interactive management, marking a historic first for motion capture video game workers in the United Sta more
3 Questions: Building predictive models to characterize tumor progression
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, March 10 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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3 Questions: Building predictive models to characterize tumor progression
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Just as Darwin's finches evolved in response to natural selection in order to endure, the cells that make up a cancerous tumor similarly counter selective pressures in order to survive, evolve, and spread. Tumors are, in fact, complex sets of cells with their own unique structure and ability to change.
T more
Accelerate Inference Performance on Artificial Intelligence Accelerators
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION, Armonk, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572339 B2, initially filed May 20, 2023) developed by four inventors Haruki Imai, Yokohama, Japan; Yasushi Negishi, Machida, Japan; Tung D. Le, Ichikawa, Japan; and Kiyokuni Kawachiya, Yokohama, Japan, for "Accelerate inference performance on artificial intelligence accelerators." more
Adaptive Voicemail and IVR Detection for AI-driven Call Automation
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- WISHPOND TECHNOLOGIES LTD., Vancouver, Canada has been assigned a patent (No. US 12574461 B1, initially filed Aug. 27, 2025) developed by five inventors Alabin Jordan Carel Gutierrez Keever, North Vancouver, Canada; Ali Tajskandar, North Vancouver, Canada; Bikram Singh, Port Coquitlam, Canada; Amir Ali Pourjabbari, Vancouver, Canada; and Kara Raquel Kruzeniski, White Rock, Canada, for "Adaptive voicemail and IVR detection for AI-driven call automation." more
AFSCME Sues to Stop Politically Motivated Termination of Public Health Grants
WASHINGTON, March 10 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO AFSCME (American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees) issued the following news release:
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AFSCME Sues to Stop Politically Motivated Termination of Public Health Grants
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Trump-Vance Administration's Abrupt Termination of the Grants Would Disrupt Those Programs and Put Hundreds of Public Health Jobs at Risk
Chicago -The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and its Illinois affiliate, more
AI & Copyright: European Parliament Report Sparks Uncertainty for Innovators
WASHINGTON, March 10 [Category: Computer Technology] -- The Computer and Communications Industry Association issued the following news release:
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AI & Copyright: European Parliament Report Sparks Uncertainty for Innovators
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Brussels, BELGIUM - The European Parliament today adopted an own-initiative report on copyright and generative artificial intelligence (AI). While non-binding, the report calls for measures that could sharply restrict Europe's access to cutting-edge technologies.
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AI-based Livestock Management System and Livestock Management Method Thereof
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- IT TECH CO., LTD., Anyang-si, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12568935 B2, initially filed Sept. 27, 2021) developed by Dong Ro Kim, Yesan-gun, South Korea, for "AI-based livestock management system and livestock management method thereof." more
Air Force Institute of Technology Hosts Common Training Assembly to Synchronize Strategic Roadmap and Foster Warrior Culture
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio, March 10 -- The U.S. Air Force Wright-Patterson Air Force Base issued the following news:
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Fostering Warrior Culture
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WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio - Ninety Air Force reservists gathered at the Air Force Institute of Technology last week for the Spring 2026 Common Training Assembly. The multi-day event, one of the largest of its kind, served as a pivotal forum for Individual Mobilization Augmentees and senior leaders to synchronize on the year's stra more
Alumna Julie Cropp Gareleck Leads a People-First Behavioral AI Company
SHIPPENSBURG, Pennsylvania, March 10 -- Shippensburg University posted the following news:
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Alumna Julie Cropp Gareleck Leads a People-First Behavioral AI Company
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As Shippensburg University continues its participation in the America the Entrepreneurial campaign to honor alumni who have built exceptional careers as entrepreneurs, alongside its celebration of Women's History Month, the university proudly recognizes Julie Cropp Gareleck, a serial entrepreneur, bestselling author and AI i more
Apparatus and Method for Generating Speech Synthesis Image
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- DEEPBRAIN AI INC., Seoul, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573119 B2, initially filed March 15, 2022) developed by Gyeong Su Chae, Seoul, South Korea, and Guem Buel Hwang, Seoul, South Korea, for "Apparatus and method for generating speech synthesis image." more
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Model Deployment
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION, Armonk, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572827 B2, initially filed July 28, 2021) developed by five inventors Lin Dong, Beijing, China; Dong Xie, Beijing, China; Jing Li, Beijing, China; Guang Han Sui, Beijing, China; and Xiao Tian Xu, Beijing, China, for "Artificial intelligence (AI) model deployment." more
Artificial Intelligence Based on Cellular Automata
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- BRAIN-CA TECHNOLOGIES, INC., Cincinnati, Ohio has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572717 B2, initially filed July 12, 2024) developed by Gerard E. Felix, Sarasota, Florida, for "Artificial intelligence based on cellular automata." more
Artificial Intelligence Modeling for Assessing Future Recurring Transactions
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- STRIPE, INC., South San Francisco, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572947 B2, initially filed Nov. 27, 2023) developed by three inventors Alexander Thiemann, South San Francisco, California; Ji Huang, South San Francisco, California; and Arne Roomann-Kurrik, South San Francisco, California, for "Artificial intelligence modeling for assessing future recurring transactions." more
Artificial Intelligence Overtopping Prediction Device and Overtopping Prediction System Using the Same
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- REPUBLIC OF KOREA (NATIONAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT RESEARCH INSTITUTE), Ulsan, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572825 B2, initially filed May 24, 2023) developed by seven inventors Si Beum Cho, Ulsan, South Korea; Jong Ryul Park, Ulsan, South Korea; Dong Seag Kim, Ulsan, South Korea; Dong Hwan Kim, Ulsan, South Korea; Yeong Han Jeong, Yangsan-si, South Korea; Sang Yeop Lee, Ulsan, South Korea; and Sung Jin Hong, Ulsan, South Korea, for "Artificial more
Artificial Intelligence System for Personalized and Synthetic Adult Content Generation With Real-Time Consent and Dynamic Content Customization
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- An inventor from Leavenworth, Kansas, Tyler Rund has been awarded a patent (No. US 12574610 B2, initially filed Dec. 30, 2024) for "Artificial intelligence system for personalized and synthetic adult content generation with real-time consent and dynamic content customization." more
Artificial Intelligence-Based Systems and Methods for Providing Personalized Skin Product Recommendations
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY, Cincinnati, Ohio has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572973 B2, initially filed Nov. 21, 2023) developed by Dissanayake Mudiyanselage Mahathma Bandara Dissanayake, Mason, Ohio, for "Artificial intelligence-based systems and methods for providing personalized skin product recommendations." more
Artificial-Intelligence Based Routing Policies for Wireless Data Transmission
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS COMPANY, LTD., Suwon City, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12574820 B2, initially filed June 13, 2023) developed by Alexi Georgiev Jordanov, New Westminster, Canada, and Erick Wong, Vancouver, Canada, for "Artificial-intelligence based routing policies for wireless data transmission." more
Athenahealth Backs Health IT Deregulation While Urging Adjustments To AI and Interoperability Rules
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Athenahealth Inc. has submitted a public comment letter regarding the proposed changes outlined in the U.S. Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology's (ONC) rule titled "Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions To Unleash Prosperity." The letter emphasizes the immense value the proposed regulations could bring to clinicians and patients across the nation.
In its letter, athenahealth underscored its experienc more
Automated Analyzer
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- HITACHI HIGH-TECH CORPORATION, Tokyo, Japan has been assigned a design patent (No. US D1116881 S1, initially filed Aug. 30, 2024) developed by four inventors Daichi Furukawa, Tokyo, Japan; Ai Masuda, Tokyo, Japan; Masafumi Miyake, Tokyo, Japan; and Takushi Miyakawa, Tokyo, Japan, for "Automated analyzer." more
Automated Generation of Prompts for Research Summaries Using Generative Artificial Intelligence
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- PAYPAL, INC., San Jose, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572614 B2, initially filed Jan. 3, 2024) developed by eight inventors Francesco Gelli, Singapore, Singapore; Yanfei Dong, Singapore, Singapore; Ting Lin, Singapore, Singapore; Pingxia Zheng, Singapore, Singapore; Nithin Navin Mangalore, Jersey City, New Jersey; Sathish Kumar Palaniappan, Chennai, India; Chenna Rao Eda, Hyderabad, India; and Rushik Navinbhai Upadhyay, San Jose, California, f more
Biometric Facial Recognition and Liveness Detector Using AI Computer Vision
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- ELM, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573238 B2, initially filed July 28, 2022) developed by Arshad Ali Khan, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and Syed Adnan Yusuf, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for "Biometric facial recognition and liveness detector using AI computer vision." more
BofA AI and Digital Innovations Fuel 30 Billion Client Interactions
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, March 10 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release:
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BofA AI and Digital Innovations Fuel 30 Billion Client Interactions
AI-driven solutions, global payments, and personalized financial planning tools have propelled Bank of America clients' digital engagement to record levels. Clients connected with their finances approximately 30 billion times last year through a combination of digital logi more
Building AI Smart Management System
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- An inventor from Taipei, Taiwan, Chien-Jong Chang has been awarded a patent (No. US 12572122 B2, initially filed June 1, 2023) for "Building AI smart management system." more
Building Engineers: Inside USC's Hands-On Mechoptronics Lab
LOS ANGELES, California, March 10 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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Building Engineers: Inside USC's Hands-On Mechoptronics Lab
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On a Tuesday afternoon in Biegler Hall, the third-floor instructional lab hums with activity. Students crowd around benchtop setups, adjusting power supplies and checking multimeter readings. Others huddle over a wind tunnel experiment, measuring velocity profiles and lift coefficients. In one c more
Center for AI & Digital Policy Raises Concerns Over Proposed HHS Deregulatory Actions on AI in Healthcare
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Center for AI and Digital Policy (CAIDP) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing reservations regarding the proposed rule on health data, technology and interoperability. The letter critiques certain aspects of the proposed rule that could undermine the implementation and effectiveness of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare.
In its commentary, CAIDP emphasizes the importance of not sacrificing essent more
City of San Jose Advocates for Enhanced Digital Infrastructure Strategy
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The City of San Jose, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation urging it to prioritize research and development in transportation digital infrastructure (TDI). The letter outlines several areas for investment to enhance interoperability among municipal systems and improve long-term usability of digital tools.
San Jose's letter emphasizes the need for targeted research to integrate emerging TDI tools with legacy systems, p more
Clothes Hanger With Hooks
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- An inventor from Lishui, China, Shaoze Ai has been awarded a design patent (No. US D1116488 S1, initially filed Nov. 26, 2024) for "Clothes hanger with hooks." more
CMSAF Wolfe visits Joint Base Andrews
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news:
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CMSAF Wolfe visits Joint Base Andrews
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JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. (AFNS) - Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe, and his wife, Dr. Doniel Wolfe, visited Joint Base Andrews on March 3.
The CMSAF held an all-call to emphasize the Air Force's three priorities: readiness, modernization, and Airmen and their families.
"It's the job of every leader in this room, which means every person in this room, to convinc more
Collection of Digital Health Hubs With Artificial Intelligence
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- Two inventors, Daniel Gershoni, Weston, Florida, and Farhad David Nosratii, Encino, California, have been awarded a patent (No. US 12573480 B1, initially filed Jan. 2, 2024) for "Collection of digital health hubs with artificial intelligence." more
Computing Research Association, Computing Community Consortium Urge Federal Action to Address Barriers to AI Use in Clinical Care
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Computing Research Association (CRA) and the Computing Community Consortium submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services urging it to address barriers hindering the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical care. The response outlines challenges in private sector AI innovation for healthcare and emphasizes the necessity for regulatory support and streamlined data accessibility.
The letter stresses that a notable rel more
Conversational Artificial Intelligence Platform
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- PAYPAL, INC., San Jose, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573398 B2, initially filed Sept. 26, 2023) developed by five inventors Oliver Jamero Reyes, San Jose, California; Ajay Aswal, Fremont, California; Vinaykanth Manthena, Fremont, California; Krishnaperumal Periyasamy, Lathrop City, California; and Hong Lu, Union City, California, for "Conversational artificial intelligence platform." more
Converting Processing Dimensions of a Wafer Package
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- CELESTIAL AI INC., Santa Clara, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12571971 B2, initially filed April 1, 2025) developed by three inventors Ankur Aggarwal, Pleasanton, California; Anmol Rathi, San Jose, California; and Suresh Venkata Pothukuchi, Chandler, Arizona, for "Converting processing dimensions of a wafer package." more
Core Webinar: Using the Viewfinder Toolkit for Responsible AI
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 10 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release:
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Core Webinar: Using the Viewfinder Toolkit for Responsible AI
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CHICAGO -Join Core for the webinar "Using the Viewfinder Toolkit for Responsible AI" on May 5, 2026, at 1 p.m. CT. AI hype is everywhere! Libraries and archives want to use AI to improve our resources and services, while protecting our communities from harm. We developed the Viewfinder toolkit to help pr more
DCMA strengthens oversight at War Department symposium
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Defense Contract Management Agency issued the following news:
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DCMA strengthens oversight at War Department symposium
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PHOENIX -The Defense Contract Management Agency sharpened its oversight of the nation's munitions enterprise during the Department of War Maintenance Symposium, where leaders pressed for faster production without sacrificing safety.
Eighteen DCMA Safety Center professionals attended the International Explosives Safety Summit and Exposition, more
Design Interactive Urges HHS to Address Barriers to AI Adoption in Healthcare
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Design Interactive LLC, Orlando, Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services highlighting challenges and recommendations related to the adoption and use of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical care. The firm emphasizes that addressing these challenges is essential for promoting safe and effective AI integration in healthcare settings, particularly within large federal systems such as the U.S. Department of Veteran more
Document Generation Platform for Generative AI Assisted Document Generation
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- TEMPLAFY APS, Copenhagen, Denmark has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572733 B1, initially filed May 2, 2025) developed by nine inventors Arjen Hartog, Eindhoven, Netherlands; Christian Lund, Valby, Denmark; Oskar Konstantyner, Alsgarde, Denmark; Bo Larsen, Copenhagen, Denmark; Ehsan Kalafchi, Houten, Netherlands; Mladen Drmac, Eindhoven, Netherlands; Anton Jespersen, Copenhagen, Denmark; Louise Jensen, Copenhagen, Denmark; and Alexander Van Eerd, Eindhoven, N more
Electronic Apparatus Implementing Artificial Intelligence Model Having Low Resource Utilization and Control Method Thereof
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD., Suwon-si, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572797 B2, initially filed Feb. 9, 2021) developed by five inventors Jihun Oh, Suwon-si, South Korea; Sangjeong Lee, Suwon-si, South Korea; Meejeong Park, Suwon-si, South Korea; Gaurav Pooniwala, Suwon-si, South Korea; and Kiseok Kwon, Suwon-si, South Korea, for "Electronic apparatus implementing artificial intelligence model having low resource utilization and control met more
Electronic Device, Vehicle, Notification Control Method, and Storage Medium
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED, Tokyo, Japan has been assigned a patent (No. US 12570304 B2, initially filed Sept. 14, 2023) developed by three inventors Takashi Kawano, Fujisawa, Japan; Ai Takeda, Fujisawa, Japan; and Masahiro Seki, Fujisawa, Japan, for "Electronic device, vehicle, notification control method, and storage medium." more
Ensuring Model Context Protocol Server Integrity for Artificial Intelligence Agents
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- AIRIA LLC, Alpharetta, Georgia has been assigned a patent (No. US 12574336 B1, initially filed July 11, 2025) developed by Andrew Morgan, Dublin, Ireland, and Rahul Parwani, Atlanta, Georgia, for "Ensuring model context protocol server integrity for artificial intelligence agents." more
Ethernet More Than Doubles Size of InfiniBand as the Leading Fabric for AI Scale-Out Networks in 2025, According to Dell'Oro Group
REDWOOD CITY, California, March 10 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Dell'Oro Group, a provider of market information about the networking and telecommunications industries, issued the following news release:
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Ethernet More Than Doubles Size of InfiniBand as the Leading Fabric for AI Scale-Out Networks in 2025, According to Dell'Oro Group
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Evergreen fund fueled by philanthropic gifts invests in startups commercializing U of A innovations
TUCSON, Arizona, March 10 -- The University of Arizona posted the following news release:
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Evergreen fund fueled by philanthropic gifts invests in startups commercializing U of A innovations
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In 2023, Tech Launch Arizona launched a campaign to create a seed fund dedicated to helping startups commercializing University of Arizona innovations span the "valley of death," the period soon after a venture launches and faces its highest risk of failure.
As of 2026, the Wildcat Philanthropic more
F5 accelerates enterprise AI security deployment with certified Red Hat OpenShift Operators and proven AI quickstarts
SEATTLE, Washington, March 10 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- F5, an information technology company, issued the following news release:
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F5 accelerates enterprise AI security deployment with certified Red Hat OpenShift Operators and proven AI quickstarts
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LAS VEGAS - Today at AppWorld, F5 (NASDAQ: FFIV), the global leader in delivering and securing every app and API, announced new integration enablement for Red Hat OpenShift to help enterprises deploy and operate AI security fast more
Facial Expression-Based Detection Method for Deepfake by Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- QILU UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (SHANDONG ACADEMY OF SCIENCES), Jinan, China has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573236 B2, initially filed Feb. 29, 2024) developed by nine inventors Minglei Shu, Jinan, China; Zhenyu Liu, Jinan, China; Ruixia Liu, Jinan, China; Chao Chen, Jinan, China; Ke Shan, Jinan, China; Zhaoyang Liu, Jinan, China; Shuwang Zhou, Jinan, China; Pengyao Xu, Jinan, China; and Tianlei Gao, Jinan, China, for "Facial expression-based detection meth more
Fair Response Launches Fair Opinions Mobile Apps on iOS and Android
WASHINGTON, March 10 [Category: Business] -- The Insights Association posted the following news:
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Fair Response Launches Fair Opinions Mobile Apps on iOS and Android
Fair Response, a newly established insights and consumer research firm, announced the release of its Fair Opinions mobile applications on both the Apple App Store and Google Play. The new apps make survey participation and rewards management simpler, faster, and more accessible for members of the Fair Opinions panel.
This more
Fox Chase Cancer Center Features More Precise Radiation Therapy Tool
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 10 [Category: Health Care] -- The Fox Chase Cancer Center, a part of Temple University Health System, posted the following news:
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Fox Chase Cancer Center Features More Precise Radiation Therapy Tool
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Unlike conventional radiation therapy systems, adaptive radiotherapy creates a new plan for each treatment session, allowing clinicians to deliver larger doses of radiation to tumors more safely.
For patients with recurrent retroperitoneal sarcomas that more
Generating Artificial Intelligence Plans of High Diversity
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION, Armonk, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572819 B2, initially filed June 6, 2022) developed by Michael Katz, Goldens Bridge, New York, and Shirin Sohrabi Araghi, Briarcliff Manor, New York, for "Generating artificial intelligence plans of high diversity." more
Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) Reuse Service for Integration of GAI Into Application Scenarios
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- SAP SE, Walldorf, Germany has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572603 B1, initially filed Nov. 6, 2024) developed by Markus Schmidt-Karaca, Heidelberg, Germany, for "Generative artificial intelligence (GAI) reuse service for integration of GAI into application scenarios." more
Generative Artificial Intelligence Email Client That Is Sender Centric
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- An inventor from Tarpon Springs, Florida, Mark Lambert has been awarded a patent (No. US 12574341 B2, initially filed Feb. 23, 2024) for "Generative artificial intelligence email client that is sender centric." more
Generative Artificial Intelligence for Validation of a Human User
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- NEC CORPORATION OF AMERICA, Herzlia, Israel has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572639 B2, initially filed April 15, 2024) developed by Tsvi Lev, Tel-Aviv, Israel, and Yaacov Hoch, Ramat-Gan, Israel, for "Generative artificial intelligence for validation of a human user." more
Graphical User Interface for Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) Cognitive Signals Analysis
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- RAYTHEON COMPANY, Arlington, Virginia has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572264 B2, initially filed Dec. 15, 2021) developed by three inventors Joshua A. Noble, Altoona, Pennsylvania; H. Brown Cribbs, III, Arlington, Virginia; and Jacob M. Miller, State College, Pennsylvania, for "Graphical user interface for artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) cognitive signals analysis." more
Health IT End-Users Alliance Urges Balanced Oversight In HHS Artificial Intelligence Policy
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Health IT End-Users Alliance submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the agency's request for information on accelerating the adoption and use of artificial intelligence in clinical care.
In the letter, the Alliance emphasized their commitment to ensuring that health information technology aligns with the real-world challenges faced by healthcare providers. By representing a diverse group of stakeholders, the Al more
How AI is integrated into clinical workflow lowers medical liability perception
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, March 10 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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How AI is integrated into clinical workflow lowers medical liability perception
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HERSHEY, Pa. -Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the field and practice of medicine, including legal liability and the perception of who is at fault when a patient experiences harm.
"AI holds promise to improve the quality and safety of health care and to reduce errors and patient harm, but the risk more
How ANSRS Is Changing Football Film Study and Game Planning for Coaches
WACO, Texas, March 10 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news:
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How ANSRS Is Changing Football Film Study and Game Planning for Coaches
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The coaching profession is notorious for grueling hours, tedious data entry, and endless film evaluation. For decades, young coaches have paid their dues by spending countless nights in the facility breaking down practice tape. But Jon Shalala, a former coach turned software founder, is actively changi more
How Joseph Paradiso's sensing innovations bridge the arts, medicine, and ecology
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, March 10 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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How Joseph Paradiso's sensing innovations bridge the arts, medicine, and ecology
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Joseph Paradiso thinks that the most engaging research questions usually span disciplines.
Paradiso was trained as a physicist and completed his PhD in experimental high-energy physics at MIT in 1981. His father was a photographer and filmmaker working at MIT, MIT Lincoln Laboratory, and the MITRE more
How One Receptor Can Help -- or Hurt -- Your Blood Vessels
LA JOLLA, California, March 10 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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How One Receptor Can Help -- or Hurt -- Your Blood Vessels
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The new study found:
* Both protective and harmful PAR1 responses are orchestrated by the same intermediate enzyme, called GRK5, but the response is different depending on the location of GRK5 within cells.
* For PAR1 to trigger a protective response, GRK5 must be anchored to the cell's plasma membrane - the barrie more
IBM and Lam Research Announce Collaboration to Advance Sub-1nm Logic Scaling
ARMONK, New York, March 10 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release:
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IBM and Lam Research Announce Collaboration to Advance Sub-1nm Logic Scaling
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ALBANY, NY and FREMONT, CA, March 10, 2026 - IBM (NYSE: IBM ) and Lam Research Corp. (NASDAQ: LRCX ) today announced a collaboration aimed at developing new processes and materials to support sub-1nm logic scaling. Building on a long record of successful partnerships, the new agreement will focus on the jo more
Image Forming Apparatus Having a Filter That Covers an Opening Portion
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA, Tokyo, Japan has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572111 B2, initially filed Sept. 11, 2024) developed by four inventors Ai Suzuki, Tokyo, Japan; Shingo Ito, Tokyo, Japan; Osamu Sasaoka, Kanagawa, Japan; and Toshiyuki Watanabe, Kanagawa, Japan, for "Image forming apparatus having a filter that covers an opening portion." more
Infotools Launches New Iteration of Harmoni 3 Insights Platform
WASHINGTON, March 10 [Category: Business] -- The Insights Association posted the following news:
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Infotools Launches New Iteration of Harmoni 3 Insights Platform
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Infotools, a pioneer in market research analysis and reporting for over three decades, today announced the launch of Harmoni 3 (H3), the most significant evolution of its insights platform to date, following a complete re-engineering of the data analysis and reporting platform.
Along with significant speed and processing-po more
Innovation was on display at Temple's first annual Engineering Expo
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 10 -- Temple University posted the following news:
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Innovation was on display at Temple's first annual Engineering Expo
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On Thursday, Feb. 26, the College of Engineering welcomed more than 400 guests, including students from local K-12 schools, to its first annual Engineering Expo. The event featured live table demonstrations, faculty meet and greets, and more.
Twenty-six different labs and student groups set up table (and floor) demonstrations durin more
InStride Health Advocates for Federal Framework on AI Use in Clinical Care
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- InStride Health, Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services urging it to establish a comprehensive federal framework for the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical settings.
The organization highlighted significant barriers hindering AI innovation in healthcare, particularly state-by-state regulatory fragmentation and a lack of clear federal guidance. InStride pointed out more
InterSystems Advocates for Interoperability in AI Healthcare Integration
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- InterSystems Corp., Boston, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services emphasizing the importance of interoperability in the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) within the healthcare sector.
In its letter, InterSystems expressed strong support for HHS's initiative to enhance the deployment of AI technologies in clinical care. The organization underscored that effective interoperability is vital to ensu more
Introducing the Agentic Contact Center: AI, Channels, CRM All in One
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 10 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release:
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Introducing the Agentic Contact Center: AI, Channels, CRM All in One
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Contact centers are under pressure to reduce operating costs while meeting customers' ever-increasing expectations, but their efforts to address this with AI are hampered by disconnected systems. Customer data lives in silos, separated from the con more
Key-Based Generative Artificial Intelligence Model Content Generation
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- SONY GROUP CORPORATION, Tokyo, Japan has been assigned a patent (No. US 12574213 B2, initially filed Aug. 23, 2024) developed by Mayank Kumar Singh, Tokyo, Japan, and Naoya Takahashi, Zurich, Switzerland, for "Key-based generative artificial intelligence model content generation." more
SAN DIEGO, California, March 10 -- California State University's San Diego State University posted the following news:
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Largest-ever SDSU Student Symposium celebrates student research, creativity
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With presentations on matters as diverse as a theatrical stage and the surface of Mars, the 19th annual SDSU Student Symposium (S3) was the university's largest ever showcase of student research, scholarship and creative achievement. More than 700 San Diego State University students shared th more
Light Body
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- AEC LIGHTING SOLUTIONS CO., LTD, Shanghai, China has been assigned a design patent (No. US D1117429 S1, initially filed Dec. 18, 2024) developed by three inventors Ai'xia Bian, Shanghai, China; Bin'hui Shang, Shanghai, China; and Xun Zhang, Shanghai, China, for "Light body." more
Liquid Storage Tanks and Cleaners Including the Same
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- TCL ZHONGHUAN RENEWABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD., Tianjin, China has been assigned a patent (No. US 12569890 B2, initially filed July 31, 2023) developed by ten inventors Lihui Jin, Tianjin, China; Hua Yang, Tianjin, China; Zhigao Ren, Tianjin, China; Huan Wang, Tianjin, China; Liang Ren, Tianjin, China; Chuanling Ai, Tianjin, China; Dawei Wang, Tianjin, China; Zhijun Wu, Tianjin, China; Hongxia Cen, Tianjin, China; and Chen Wei, Tianjin, China, for "Liquid more
Machine Learning Information Processing Device, Program, and Information Processing Method
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- CITADEL AI INC., Tokyo, Japan has been assigned a patent (No. US 12574352 B2, initially filed Feb. 25, 2022) developed by Kenny Yizhou Song, Tokyo, Japan, for "Machine learning information processing device, program, and information processing method." more
Measure Twice, Learn Once: The Class USC's AME Engineers Can't Forget
LOS ANGELES, California, March 10 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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Measure Twice, Learn Once: The Class USC's AME Engineers Can't Forget
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Walk into the third floor of Biegler Hall on any given lab day and you'll find organized chaos: 35 students hunching over oscilloscopes, wiring circuits, running sensors, and wrestling with data that refuses to cooperate. Four or five members of the instructional team are moving throug more
Method for Contactless Diagnosing Power Facility Using Artificial Intelligence and Signal Processing Technology and Device Using the Same
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- CODEVISION INC, Seoul, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572139 B2, initially filed April 28, 2022) developed by Junsik Kim, Pyeongtaek-si, South Korea, and Eungyeol Song, Seoul, South Korea, for "Method for contactless diagnosing power facility using artificial intelligence and signal processing technology and device using the same." more
Method for Generating and Recognizing Deformable of Fiducial Markers Based on Artificial Intelligence in End-to-End Manner and System Thereof
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- KOREA ADVANCED INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, Daejeon, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573167 B2, initially filed July 5, 2022) developed by three inventors Min Hyuk Kim, Daejeon, South Korea; Mustafa Berk Yaldiz, Daejeon, South Korea; and Andreas Meuleman, Daejeon, South Korea, for "Method for generating and recognizing deformable of fiducial markers based on artificial intelligence in end-to-end manner and system thereof." more
Methods for an Autonomous Robotic Device to Identify Locations Captured in an Image
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- AI INC., Toronto, Canada has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573196 B1, initially filed Aug. 9, 2022) developed by four inventors Ali Ebrahimi Afrouzi, Henderson, Nevada; Sebastian Schweigert, Sunnyvale, California; Chen Zhang, Redmond, Washington; and Hao Yuan, Fremont, California, for "Methods for an autonomous robotic device to identify locations captured in an image." more
Miami Dade College Recognized as a 2026 Leader College by Achieving the Dream
MIAMI, Florida, March 10 -- Miami Dade College posted the following news release:
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Miami Dade College Recognized as a 2026 Leader College by Achieving the Dream
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Miami, March 10, 2026 - Miami Dade College (MDC) has been designated a 2026 Leader College by Achieving the Dream (ATD), a national organization committed to advancing community colleges as accessible hubs of learning, credentialing and economic mobility. The College is among a cohort of 21 colleges nationwide.
"Being recogn more
Microsoft announces quarterly dividend
REDMOND, Washington, March 10 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Microsoft posted the following news release:
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Microsoft announces quarterly dividend
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REDMOND, Wash. -March 10, 2026 - Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.91 per share. The dividend is payable June 11, 2026, to shareholders of record on May 21, 2026. The ex-dividend date will be May 21, 2026.
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Mobile AI
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION, Armonk, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572841 B2, initially filed Sept. 29, 2020) developed by four inventors Umar Asif, Melbourne, Australia; Stefan von Cavallar, Sandringham, Australia; Jianbin Tang, Doncaster East, Australia; and Stefan Harrer, Hampton, Australia, for "Mobile AI." more
Neural Network Parameter Deployment Method, AI Integrated Chip, and Related Apparatus Thereof
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD., Shenzhen, China has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572677 B2, initially filed Feb. 9, 2024) developed by Huamin Luo, Shenzhen, China, for "Neural network parameter deployment method, AI integrated chip, and related apparatus thereof." more
Neuro-Symbolic Artificial Intelligence-Based Assessment System
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- BANK OF AMERICA CORPORATION, Charlotte, North Carolina has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572674 B2, initially filed May 10, 2024) developed by four inventors Saurabh Arora, Gurugram, India; Shailendra Singh, Maharashtra, India; Sunilkumar Sriperambudur, Telangana, India; and Sandeep Kumar Chauhan, Miyapur, India, for "Neuro-symbolic artificial intelligence-based assessment system." more
New AI Agent Could Transform How Scientists Study Weather and Climate
LA JOLLA, California, March 10 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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New AI Agent Could Transform How Scientists Study Weather and Climate
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The researchers also hope the findings will lead to AI agents that will be able to bring similar advances to other disciplines, especially climate science. Meteorology was a perfect test case because it combines large, complex datasets that change over time and the need to reason about these data in plain lang more
New NAACP, Sanofi Report Unveils Roadmap for Advancing Health Equity Across the Country
WASHINGTON, March 10 [Category: Political] (TNSrpt) -- The NAACP posted the following news release:
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New NAACP, Sanofi Report Unveils Roadmap for Advancing Health Equity Across the Country
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WASHINGTON - The NAACP, in collaboration with Sanofi, released the findings of the ACE Your Health Community Wellness Survey, one of the largest contemporary grassroots assessments of community health resources in the United States. The report, with nearly 23,000 respondents across 47 states, Washin more
NiCE Cognigy Unveils Breakthrough Agentic AI Innovations at Nexus 2026
NEW YORK, March 10 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NICE, an enterprise software solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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NiCE Cognigy Unveils Breakthrough Agentic AI Innovations at Nexus 2026
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New capabilities help brands generate, test, and scale AI Agents from engagement data, deliver seamless voice and digital journeys, and securely connect with the growing AI ecosystem through MCP.
Hoboken, N.J., March 10, 2026 - NiCE (Nasdaq: NICE) today announced a series more
NiCE Launches Agentic AI Innovation that Turns Enterprise Interaction Data into Ready-to-Deploy AI Agents
NEW YORK, March 10 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NICE, an enterprise software solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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NiCE Launches Agentic AI Innovation that Turns Enterprise Interaction Data into Ready-to-Deploy AI Agents
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New data-driven innovation eliminates the execution gap to scale smarter AI agents faster and deliver measurable business impact
Hoboken, N.J., March 10, 2026 - NiCE (Nasdaq: NICE) today announced the launch of an agentic AI innovation tha more
NiCE Wins Best Innovation for Customer Experience at Enterprise Connect 2026
NEW YORK, March 10 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NICE, an enterprise software solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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NiCE Wins Best Innovation for Customer Experience at Enterprise Connect 2026
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Recognized for its industry-first innovation that transforms enterprise interaction data into production-ready AI agents, and accelerates AI-first customer experience from insight to execution
Hoboken, N.J., March 10, 2026 - NiCE (Nasdaq: NICE) today announced that it more
Nurses, constituents demand Collins return donations from Palantir, ICE's top tech contractor
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, March 10 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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Nurses, constituents demand Collins return donations from Palantir, ICE's top tech contractor
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Nurses and constituents will hold a press conference at the district office of Senator Susan Collins to demand she stop taking future donations from Palantir Technologies, the tech company powering ICE surveillance. According to Purge Palantir's "Palantir Payroll" tracker, Senator more
Ohio Wesleyan University: Power Ploy
DELAWARE, Ohio, March 10 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release:
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Power Ploy
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DELAWARE, Ohio - Jeffrey Ding, Ph.D., assistant professor of Political Science at George Washington University, will present "Technology and the Rise and Fall of Great Powers: Implications for the U.S.-China AI Race" at Ohio Wesleyan University.
Ding will speak at 4:30 p.m. March 25 in the Benes Rooms of OWU's Hamilton-Williams Campus Center, 40 Rowland Ave., Delaware. His presentatio more
Operational medical readiness, preparing the medical warrior is imperative for military medicine, says DHA director
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, March 10 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news:
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Operational medical readiness, preparing the medical warrior is imperative for military medicine, says DHA director
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Declaring the Defense Health Agency is, in its entirety, a combat support agency singularly focused on generating and sustaining warfighter readiness, its new director, Vice Adm. Darin K. Via, laid out his strategic priorities to a gathering of military medical leaders and allied pa more
Orchestrated Multi-Agent AI Systems Outperforms Single Agents in Health Care
NEW YORK, March 10 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release:
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Orchestrated Multi-Agent AI Systems Outperforms Single Agents in Health Care
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As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more common in health care, from managing records to assisting with medication decisions, researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai are asking an important question: How well does AI hold up when the workload gets intense at health system scale?
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Participatory Health Urges HHS to Add National Provider Directory to Interoperability Rule
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Participatory Health submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing concerns over the Health Data, Technology and Interoperability (HTI-5) proposed rule. The organization argues that while the rule aims to modernize certification processes and enhance enforcement against information blocking, it overlooks a component necessary for its vision to succeed: the establishment of enumerable and attributable endpoints.
The organ more
Pearson Empowers Teachers with "Foundations of AI for PK-12 Educators" Course
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, March 10 [Category: BizEducation] -- Pearson Education issued the following news release:
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Pearson Empowers Teachers with "Foundations of AI for PK-12 Educators" Course
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Designed to help teachers use AI with confidence and care
HOBOKEN, N.J., March 10, 2026 - Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world's lifelong learning company, today announced Foundations of AI for PK-12 Educators, a self-paced online course now available to help pre-K through grade 12 teachers use AI c more
Predicting User Preference With AI to Control a New Generation of Wearable Assistive Technologies
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- Three inventors Elliott J. Rouse, Ann Arbor, Michigan; Ung Hee Lee, Ann Arbor, Michigan; and Varun Shetty, Ann Arbor, Michigan, have been awarded a patent (No. US 12569358 B2, initially filed Nov. 24, 2021) for "Predicting user preference with AI to control a new generation of wearable assistive technologies." more
Prediction of Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events (MACE) From AI Analysis of Pericoronary Fat in CT Images
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS CLEVELAND MEDICAL CENTER, Cleveland, Ohio has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573036 B2, initially filed July 19, 2023) developed by eight inventors David L. Wilson, Cleveland Heights, Ohio; Ammar Hoori, Westlake, Ohio; Tao Hu, Cleveland, Ohio; Yingnan Song, Cleveland, Ohio; Hao Wu, Cleveland, Ohio; Juhwan Lee, Westlake, Ohio; Sadeer Al-Kindi, Cleveland, Ohio; and Sanjay Rajagopalan, Cleveland, Ohio, for "Prediction of major adverse cardio more
Protecting Content From Generative Artificial Intelligence
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- DROPBOX, INC., San Francisco, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12574240 B2, initially filed April 24, 2024) developed by Adrian Wood, Clemmons, North Carolina, for "Protecting content from generative artificial intelligence." more
Proximity Service for AI/ML Capable Devices
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- NOKIA TECHNOLOGIES OY, Espoo, Finland has been assigned a patent (No. US 12574713 B2, initially filed June 22, 2021) developed by five inventors Bharath Ramesh Kashyap, Bangalore, India; Hannu Petri Hietalahti, Oulu, Finland; Rajesh Babu Natarajan, Bangalore, India; Malathi Ponniah, Bangalore, India; and Nagaraj Rajagopalan, Bangalore, India, for "Proximity service for AI/ML capable devices." more
Public Citizen Applauds Brazoria County for Rejecting Tax Break for Massive Data Center
WASHINGTON, March 10 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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Public Citizen Applauds Brazoria County for Rejecting Tax Break for Massive Data Center
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AUSTIN, Texas -Today, the Brazoria County Commissioners Court rejected a massive tax break for a proposed data center, the latest victory in a movement of Texans fighting back against the profit-driven expansion of Big Tech that threatens to upend the way of life in communities across the state.
Accor more
Qorvo Recognized with 2026 Handshake Early Talent Award
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, March 10 [Category: BizElectronic Products] -- Qorvo, a provider of advanced wireless devices, wired and wireless networks and defense radar and communications, issued the following news:
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Qorvo Recognized with 2026 Handshake Early Talent Award
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GREENSBORO, NC - March 10, 2026 - Qorvo(r) (Nasdaq: QRVO), a leading global provider of connectivity and power solutions, today announced it has been named a recipient of the 2026 Handshake Early Talent Award (ETA), more
Roadway Insights, AKME Propose AI Driven Framework for National Transportation Digital Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Roadway Insights and AKME submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation responding to a request for information from the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology regarding development of a National Strategy for Transportation Digital Infrastructure.
The organizations argues that the future of the National Transportation Digital Infrastructure (TDI) should evolve beyond traditional, centralized data warehouses. Instead, it more
Robot System and Method for Creating Visual Record of Task Performed in Working Area
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- URSROBOT AI INC., Taipei City, Taiwan has been assigned a patent (No. US 12570012 B2, initially filed Jan. 9, 2024) developed by three inventors Chien-Tung Chen, Taipei City, Taiwan; Chung-Hou Wu, Taipei City, Taiwan; and Chao-Cheng Chen, Taipei City, Taiwan, for "Robot system and method for creating visual record of task performed in working area." more
Roland Berger Study Warns AI Deployment Outpaces Value Creation for Most Companies
WASHINGTON, March 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The AI value gap: Why AI deployment is outpacing value realization - and how organizations can close the gap - A report from Roland Berger, Munich, Germany - March 2026 (32 pages)
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Roland Berger issued a report examining why many companies investing heavily in artificial intelligence struggle to achieve meaningful financial returns. The study finds that although AI adoption is accelerating rapidly, nearly 90 percent of companies report that returns from A more
S&T students advance to Global Health Innovation Grand Challenge semi-finals
ROLLA, Missouri, March 10 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology posted the following news:
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S&T students advance to Global Health Innovation Grand Challenge semi-finals
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Three teams of Missouri University of Science and Technology students and alumni have advanced to the semi-finals of the Global Health Innovation Grand Challenge hosted by the Carle Illinois College of Medicine.
The semi-final event will be held April 10-12 at the 2026 Global Summit in Taipei, Taiwan. The more
SC Tech Insights Proposes Solutions to Overcome Transportation Digital Infrastructure Challenges
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- SC Tech Insights LLC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation in response to a request for information on the development of a National Strategy for Transportation Digital Infrastructure, arguing that the transportation sector must transition from fragmented data practices to a unified data-ready ecosystem to improve national supply chain performance.
The letter from SC Tech Insights details the limitations imposed by 1990s data models t more
SEMI ISS Europe 2026 Opens Tomorrow as Leaders Convene to Navigate Geopolitics and Reinforce European Semiconductor Industry's Competitiveness
MILPITAS, California, March 10 [Category: Electronic Products] -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, posted the following news release:
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SEMI ISS Europe 2026 Opens Tomorrow as Leaders Convene to Navigate Geopolitics and Reinforce European Semiconductor Industry's Competitiveness
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SOPOT, Poland - March 10, 2026 - The SEMI Industry Strategy Symposium Europe (ISS Europe) 2026 is set to open tomorrow in Sopot, Poland, convening top exe more
Smart Shopping Cart
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- RETAIL AI, INC., Tokyo, Japan has been assigned a design patent (No. US D1118083 S1, initially filed June 14, 2023) developed by three inventors Kun Cheng, Xi'an, China; You Wang, Xi'an, China; and Deng Wen Zou, Xi'an, China, for "Smart shopping cart." more
SPJ launches public and journalist surveys as it considers first ethics code update in 12 years
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 10 [Category: Media] -- The Society of Professional Journalists posted the following news:
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SPJ launches public and journalist surveys as it considers first ethics code update in 12 years
Society of Professional Journalists marks 100th anniversary of its influential Code of Ethics with review and Ethics Week Events
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The Society of Professional Journalists is inviting feedback from both the public and journalists as it considers potential updates to the S more
Suffix-Based Speculative Token Decoding for Artificial Intelligence Model
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- SNOWFLAKE INC., Bozeman, Montana has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572745 B1, initially filed Aug. 20, 2025) developed by five inventors Jaeseong Lee, Seoul, South Korea; Gabriele Oliaro, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Aurick Qiao, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Samyam Rajbhandari, Sammamish, Washington; and Ye Wang, San Jose, California, for "Suffix-based speculative token decoding for artificial intelligence model." more
System and Method for Automatically Displaying Information at a Radiologist Dashboard
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- RAD AI, INC., San Francisco, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573484 B2, initially filed Nov. 19, 2024) developed by Jeffrey Chang, Berkeley, California, and Doktor Gurson, Berkeley, California, for "System and method for automatically displaying information at a radiologist dashboard." more
System and Method for Emotionally Intelligent, Personalized AI Avatar-Based Health Coaching Using Multi-Domain Data and Adaptive Behavioral Intelligence
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- GOLD INC., Palo Alto, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573507 B1, initially filed April 24, 2025) developed by Sky Christopherson, Mesa, Arizona, and David Christopherson, Tucson, Arizona, for "System and method for emotionally intelligent, personalized AI avatar-based health coaching using multi-domain data and adaptive behavioral intelligence." more
System and Method for Evaluating Generative Artificial Intelligence Outcomes
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- MORGAN STANLEY SERVICES GROUP INC., New York, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572856 B1, initially filed May 8, 2025) developed by five inventors Anshuman Behera, Kearny, New Jersey; Raka Rajanigandha, Jersey City, New Jersey; Vidhan Janak Dhagai, Mumbai, India; Mazeed Ahamed Mohammed, Anantapur, India; and Sujit Eapen, Plainsboro, New Jersey, for "System and method for evaluating generative artificial intelligence outcomes." more
System and Method for Managing AI Models Using View Level Analysis
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- DELL PRODUCTS L.P., Round Rock, Texas has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572650 B2, initially filed Dec. 29, 2022) developed by three inventors Ofir Ezrielev, Be'er Sheva, Israel; Amihai Savir, Newton, Massachusetts; and Tomer Kushnir, Omer, Israel, for "System and method for managing AI models using view level analysis." more
System and Method for Managing Data Retrieval Flow Rate Using Artificial Intelligence Engine
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- BANK OF AMERICA CORPORATION, Charlotte, North Carolina has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572364 B2, initially filed Aug. 1, 2024) developed by seven inventors Magaranth Jayasingh, Chennai, India; Vimal Chandroliya, Gandhinagar, India; Sphurti Milind Deorukhkar, Mumbai, India; Dhivya DK, Chennai, India; Preethi Jagadeesan, Chennai, India; Rajesh Natarajan, Chennai, India; and Senthil Kumar Selvaraj, Waxhaw, North Carolina, for "System and method for managing more
System and Method for Privacy-Preserving Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- SIMPLEWAY TECHNOLOGIES LTD., Ballsbridge, Ireland has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572692 B2, initially filed March 28, 2022) developed by three inventors Artem Bohdan, Berlin, Germany; Ievgen Krutov, Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine; and Ramesh Rajaduray, Toronto, Canada, for "System and method for privacy-preserving artificial intelligence and machine learning." more
System, Method and Computer Program Product for Generating AI Based Resume
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- An inventor from Stanton, California, Michael Nonahal has been awarded a patent (No. US 12572873 B1, initially filed Oct. 29, 2024) for "System, method and computer program product for generating AI based resume." more
Systems and Methods for Deployment of Continuous Access Evaluation Protocol (CAEP) Hub Engine
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- SGNL.AI, INC., Palo Alto, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572547 B2, initially filed Feb. 28, 2025) developed by four inventors Marc Jordan, Melbourne, Australia; Jason Carulli, Laguna Beach, California; Nick Holbrook, Plymouth, Michigan; and Erik Gustavson, Palo Alto, California, for "Systems and methods for deployment of continuous access evaluation protocol (CAEP) hub engine." more
Systems and Methods for Equipment Control Using Large Language Model-Based Artificial Intelligence
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- CNH INDUSTRIAL AMERICA LLC, New Holland, Pennsylvania has been assigned a patent (No. US 12568872 B2, initially filed Nov. 28, 2023) developed by Hatuey Dwaune Campbell, North Aurora, Illinois, for "Systems and methods for equipment control using large language model-based artificial intelligence." more
Systems and Methods for Generating Disambiguated Terms in Automatically Generated Transcriptions Including Instructions Within a Particular Knowledge Domain
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- SUKI AI, INC., Redwood City, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573379 B1, initially filed Jan. 19, 2024) developed by Ahmad Badary, Calgary, Canada, for "Systems and methods for generating disambiguated terms in automatically generated transcriptions including instructions within a particular knowledge domain." more
Systems and Methods for Processing Electronic Images for Ranking Loss and Grading
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- PAIGE.AI, INC., New York, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573218 B2, initially filed Jan. 30, 2023) developed by Hamed Aghdam, New York, New York, and Christopher Kanan, Pittsford, New York, for "Systems and methods for processing electronic images for ranking loss and grading." more
Systems and Methods for Processing Electronic Images Using Uncertainty Estimation
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- PAIGE.AI, INC., New York, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573033 B2, initially filed Jan. 10, 2023) developed by three inventors Ran Godrich, New York, New York; Christopher Kanan, Pittsford, New York; and Siqi Liu, New York, New York, for "Systems and methods for processing electronic images using uncertainty estimation." more
Systems, Methods, and Storage Media for Providing an Interface for Textual Editing Through Speech
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- SUKI AI, INC., Redwood City, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573395 B2, initially filed May 1, 2023) developed by five inventors Punit Soni, Los Altos, California; Karthik Rajan, Foster City, California; Erin Palm, Redwood City, California; Matthew Pallakoff, Mountain View, California; and Sanket Agarwal, San Francisco, California, for "Systems, methods, and storage media for providing an interface for textual editing through speech." more
Teaching the Whole Person: Anderson on Moral Theology
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, March 10 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news:
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Teaching the Whole Person: Anderson on Moral Theology
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Justin M. Anderson, Ph.D., a professor and chair of Moral Theology at Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology (ICSST) at Seton Hall University, studies ethics with a perspective that is both scholarly and deeply human. "I'm involved in ethics and moral theology, so it's a practical look at our lives, a search for meaning and ultimately more
Terra Nova University Proposes Tuition Free Global Online Education Model
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Terra Nova University, Dover, Delaware, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education outlining a proposal for a tuition free global online university designed to expand access to lifelong learning through a modular digital education platform.
TNU's academic structure is designed around a flexible, achievement-driven modular system that emphasizes both exploration and high standards. The university creates "units," which serve as the smallest comp more
Testing large language models on scientific literature
ITHACA, New York, March 10 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Testing large language models on scientific literature
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To stay up to date and work forward in their fields, scientists must have at their fingertips and in their minds thousands of published studies. Large language models (LLMs) show promise as a tool for exploring the vast scientific literature, but are they trustworthy when it comes to providing full and scientifically accurate answers to complex questions more
Text-to-Speech System With Variable Frame Rate
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- SOUNDHOUND AI IP, LLC, Santa Clara, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573372 B2, initially filed Oct. 31, 2022) developed by Steve Pearson, Felton, California, and Jon Grossman, Cupertino, California, for "Text-to-speech system with variable frame rate." more
The Marcus Foundation awards $14.4 million to create Marcus VITAL Laboratory at Baylor College of Medicine's Center for Aortic Surgery
HOUSTON, Texas, March 10 -- The Baylor College of Medicine posted the following news:
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The Marcus Foundation awards $14.4 million to create Marcus VITAL Laboratory at Baylor College of Medicine's Center for Aortic Surgery
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Baylor College of Medicine recently received a $14.4 million philanthropic research award from The Marcus Foundation to establish the Marcus VITAL (Vascular Intelligence for Translational AI and Learning) Laboratory, a first-of-its-kind research and education hub in more
U.S. Special Operations Command Data Scientist Urges HHS to Establish Governance Standards for Clinical AI Systems
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Eli Talbert, a senior data scientist with U.S. Special Operations Command, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommending policy steps aimed at accelerating responsible adoption of artificial intelligence tools used in clinical decision support systems.
In its letter, the organization identifies regulatory uncertainty and liability ambiguity as major impediments to the integration of AI in healthcare. To resolve these i more
UC San Diego Experts Bring Innovative Discoveries to the Global Stage at SXSW 2026
LA JOLLA, California, March 10 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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UC San Diego Experts Bring Innovative Discoveries to the Global Stage at SXSW 2026
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Can Biotech Help Save Coral Reefs?
In this panel, Daniel Wangpraseurt, an interdisciplinary marine biologist who leads the Coral Reef Ecophysiology and Engineering Lab at UC San Diego's Scripps Institution of Oceanography, will explore how biotechnology advances, materials science and collabora more
UChicago partners with Midwest universities on hub to connect startups with Bay Area venture capital
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 10 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news:
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UChicago partners with Midwest universities on hub to connect startups with Bay Area venture capital
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The University of Chicago, in partnership with seven other leading Midwestern universities, on March 10 announced the launch of Third Coast Foundry, a new San Francisco-based hub designed to strengthen the collective presence of Midwest research institutions in one of the world's most active venture ec more
Unattended Vending Apparatus
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- TOSHIBA TEC KABUSHIKI KAISHA, Tokyo, Japan has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572912 B2, initially filed Jan. 20, 2023) developed by ten inventors Kento Kawata, Fujisawa Kanagawa, Japan; Mayuko Tsunoda, Yokohama Kanagawa, Japan; Morito Natsume, Koto Tokyo, Japan; Mikio Ito, Ota Tokyo, Japan; Taro Ando, Izunokuni Shizuoka, Japan; Takahide Matsumoto, Higashimurayama Tokyo, Japan; Ai Hirai, Koto Tokyo, Japan; Kizuku Inoue, Yokohama Kanagawa, Japan; Tsuyoshi Nakai more
Under-Wire Spray Cleaning Device for Wire Cutting Machine
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- TCL ZHONGHUAN RENEWABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD., Tianjin, China has been assigned a patent (No. US 12570024 B2, initially filed July 31, 2023) developed by nine inventors Yannan Li, Tianjin, China; Pengfan Bi, Tianjin, China; Chuanling Ai, Tianjin, China; Yi Sun, Tianjin, China; Shaohua Fu, Tianjin, China; Yue Zhang, TianJin, China; Hongxia Cen, Tianjin, China; Chao Xin, Tianjin, China; and Hui Wei, Tianjin, China, for "Under-wire spray cleaning device for more
UNT Health Fort Worth launches new computing core, expands sequencing
FORT WORTH, Texas, March 10 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news:
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UNT Health Fort Worth launches new computing core, expands sequencing
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UNT Health Fort Worth has launched a new High Performance Computing Core and expanded its next-generation sequencing capabilities, strengthening the institution's research infrastructure and accelerating discovery across biomedical, clinical and population health sciences.
The HPC Core, which became operation more
Used Car AI Performance Inspection System Based on Acoustic Data Analysis, and Processing Method Therefor
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- OCMOBILE CO., LTD., Seoul, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12573250 B2, initially filed Nov. 30, 2022) developed by Jun Young Park, Seoul, South Korea, for "Used car AI performance inspection system based on acoustic data analysis, and processing method therefor." more
USF research activity climbs 15%, strengthening national standing
TAMPA, Florida, March 10 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news:
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USF research activity climbs 15%, strengthening national standing
By Tina Meketa, University Communications and Marketing
The University of South Florida increased its research activity to $531 million in fiscal year 2025 - a rise from last year and a 15% jump over the last two years - reinforcing the university's upward trajectory in an increasingly competitive national funding environment.
Resea more
Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) Analysis for Identifying Potential Vulnerabilities Inserted Into Software
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- MICRO FOCUS LLC, Santa Clara, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572664 B2, initially filed Sept. 27, 2023) developed by three inventors Neeraj Kumar Vijay, Bangalore, India; Michael F. Angelo, Houston, Texas; and Douglas Max Grover, Rigby, Idaho, for "Using artificial intelligence (AI) analysis for identifying potential vulnerabilities inserted into software." more
Utility System for Automated Code Generation and Execution
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- DEPENDABLE AI, INC., Los Altos, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572335 B2, initially filed Aug. 29, 2023) developed by six inventors Jiquan Ngiam, Los Altos, California; Bo Zhi See, Redwood City, California; Vijay Vasudevan, Los Altos Hills, California; Joshua Newman, Mountain View, California; Jaran Charumilind, Palo Alto, California; and Marc Rasi, Sunnyvale, California, for "Utility system for automated code generation and execution." more
Verint Expands AI Bot Portfolio to Calabrio Customers
MELVILLE, New York, March 10 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Verint Systems, an analytics company that sells software and hardware products for security, surveillance and business intelligence, issued the following news release:
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Verint Expands AI Bot Portfolio to Calabrio Customers
Three months after announcing its merger with Calabrio, Verint (r), The CX Automation Company(tm), is already delivering on the promise of the combined company. Starting today, Calabrio customers have d more
Virtual Assistant Domain Selection Analysis
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- SOUNDHOUND AI IP, LLC, Santa Clara, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12572449 B2, initially filed Dec. 7, 2018) developed by Bernard Mont-Reynaud, Sunnyvale, California, and Jonah Probell, Alviso, California, for "Virtual assistant domain selection analysis." more
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Urges Cybersecurity Centered Approach to National Transportation Digital Infrastructure Strategy
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing the agency's request for information on research to support a National Strategy for Transportation Digital Infrastructure.
In the letter, WMATA emphasizes the potential for the USDOT to demonstrate leadership in modernizing the nation's transportation systems. They advocate for a clear definition of TDI that encompasses a range of digit more
Wasserman Schultz Delivers Half Million Federal Investment to Help BSO Stop Online Child Predators
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Wasserman Schultz Delivers Half Million Federal Investment to Help BSO Stop Online Child Predators
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Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) joined Broward County Sheriff Gregory Tony and South Florida Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force leader Sergeant Thomas McInerney to announce delivery of $535,000 in critical federal funds that she fought more
What is AI Psychosis? A Conversation on Chatbots and Mental Health
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The National Academy of Medicine issued the following news:
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What is AI Psychosis? A Conversation on Chatbots and Mental Health
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In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots have become widely available and more people are turning to these tools for conversation and companionship, including discussions about mental health. While these tools can be important sources of information for many users, they can also pose new challenges. One of these is a phen more
Wolters Kluwer Raises Concerns About Proposed AI Data Access Rule
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Wolters Kluwer, Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding concerns over the proposed Health Data, Technology and Interoperability (HTI-5) draft rule.
According to Wolters Kluwer, a leading global provider of clinical technology with annual revenue of $7.2 billion, there are significant legal and compliance issues that could arise from the proposed changes. By expanding the definit more
Wyden Calls on Senate to Reform Mass Surveillance, Protect Americans' Rights and Reject Rudd to lead NSA
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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Wyden Calls on Senate to Reform Mass Surveillance, Protect Americans' Rights and Reject Rudd to lead NSA
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Watch a video of Wyden deliver his remarks here
As prepared for delivery
Yesterday I rose to explain my opposition to the nomination of Joshua Rudd to be director of the National Security Agency and to lead U.S. Cyber Command. During his confirmation hearing, General Rudd failed to demonstrate more
Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed: Congress is Done Waiting for Big Tech to Protect Kids Online
WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, issued the following news:
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Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed: Congress is Done Waiting for Big Tech to Protect Kids Online
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - The following op-ed by Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, appeared in the Washington Post today.
"The most popular social media platforms are constantly changing and reinventing themselves, but one challenge has remained consistent over thre more
Congressman Cohen Seeks Answers from Veterans Affairs Secretary Collins
WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tennessee, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Cohen Seeks Answers from Veterans Affairs Secretary Collins
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Concern about accuracy in claims processing
WASHINGTON - Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today wrote to Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins seeking information about claims backlogs and the department's accountability. He wrote that while getting claims below 100,000 was a "productive milestone," he is concerned about de more
First Sergeant Academy sharpens readiness through wargaming, data-driven leadership
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio, March 9 -- The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center issued the following news:
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First Sergeant Academy sharpens readiness through wargaming, data-driven leadership
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The First Sergeant Academy is updating its curriculum to place greater emphasis on strategic wargaming, data-informed leadership and emerging technologies, preparing senior enlisted leaders to support Airmen and sustain readiness in complex operational environments.
The changes support Ai more
Oracle Issues Commentary: AI Data Centers Create Local Jobs - What That Really Means for Our Communities
REDWOOD SHORES, California, March 9 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, posted the following commentary on March 9, 2026, by Senior Vice President Josh Pitcock:
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AI Data Centers Create Local Jobs: What That Really Means for Our Communities
When people picture an AI data center, they often imagine a building filled with machines and ask, " Do people really work there ?"
It's a fair question. The answer is yes. And it's a lot of pe more
Seton Hall to Welcome Guest Fulbright Scholar
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, March 9 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news:
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Seton Hall to Welcome Guest Fulbright Scholar
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With the nature of global conflict increasingly including digital and psychological battlefields, Seton Hall University's School of Diplomacy and International Relations is bringing a world class expert on security studies to campus. From March 11 - 14, 2026, the university will host Lukasz Kamienski, Ph.D., a distinguished Fulbright Visiting Scholar fro more
Wyden Calls on Colleagues to Oppose Gen. Rudd to Lead NSA
WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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Wyden Calls on Colleagues to Oppose Gen. Rudd to Lead NSA
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Rudd lacks "familiarity with basic constitutional rights" on surveillance of Americans
Watch a video of Wyden deliver his remarks here
As prepared for delivery
I rise to speak in opposition to the nomination of Joshua Rudd to be Director of the National Security Agency.
During his confirmation hearing, General Rudd demonstrated a lack o more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Capital Gains Tax Options - Behavioral Responses & Revenues Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, March 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R41364) on March 3, 2026, entitled "Capital Gains Tax Options: Behavioral Responses and Revenues" by economic policy senior specialist Jane G. Gravelle.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Compared with most other tax provisions, the potential revenue gain scored for an increase in capital gains taxes is strongly affected by behavioral responses assumed by the Joint Committee on Taxation (JCT) a more
Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs Funding for FY2026 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10349) on March 4, 2026, by Bryce H. P. Mendez, defense health care policy specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs Funding for FY2026
Members of Congress are frequently lobbied to add funding to annual defense appropriation legislation for certain medical research programs on a wide variety of diseases and topics. In addressing a more
Section 301 & China - The U.S.-China Phase One Trade Deal Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12125) on March 5, 2026, by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter.
Here are excerpts:
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Section 301 and China: The U.S.-China Phase One Trade Deal
On January 15, 2020, then-President Donald J. Trump signed a trade agreement with then-Vice Premier Liu He of the People's Republic of China (PRC, or China). The agreement sought to resolve some long-standing compla more
Statutory Framework for Congressional Management of DOD General & Flag Officers Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, March 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44389) on March 5, 2026, entitled "Statutory Framework for Congressional Management of DOD General and Flag Officers" by section research manager Michael J. Vassalotti and senior research librarian Sofia Plagakis.
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SUMMARY
In the exercise of its constitutional responsibilities to shape and oversee the U.S. Armed Forces, Congress has enacted an array of laws that gover more
Congressional Redistricting Criteria & Considerations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11618) on March 4, 2026, by American national government analyst Sarah J. Eckman:
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Congressional Redistricting Criteria and Considerations
Congressional redistricting involves creating geographic boundaries for U.S. House districts within a state. Following each decennial census, House districts are first allocated among states through apportionment (or reapportionment), th more
Defense Primer - LGM-35A Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11681) on March 4, 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 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 leg of the U more
Mid-Decade Congressional Redistricting - Key Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13082) on March 4, 2026, by American national government analyst Sarah J. Eckman and legislative attorney L. Paige Whitaker:
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Mid-Decade Congressional Redistricting: Key Issues
States typically begin their congressional redistricting processes following the decennial U.S. census and apportionment, at which point states with multiple House seats draw congressional district more
Philippines Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11284) on March 4, 2026, by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter.
Here are excerpts:
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The Philippines
Overview and Recent Developments
The United States and the Republic of the Philippines maintain a relationship that includes a bilateral security alliance, extensive military cooperation, close people-to-people ties, and many shared strategic and economic i more
Problematic Substance Use in the Military - Prevention, Treatment & Research Efforts Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10951) on March 4, 2026, by defense health fellow Quadre Nichols and defense health care policy specialist Bryce H. P. Mendez.
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Problematic Substance Use in the Military: Prevention, Treatment and Research Efforts
In 1982, Congress enacted requirements for the Department of Defense (DOD), which is "using a secondary Department of War designation," under more
Redistricting Commissions for Congressional Districts Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11053) on March 4, 2026, by American national government analyst Sarah J. Eckman.
Here are excerpts:
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Redistricting Commissions for Congressional Districts
Historically, state legislatures have determined congressional district boundaries, and this remains true in most states. The role of political actors in redistricting at times leads to concerns, by some, about conflict more
U.S.'s Prosecution of Nicolas Maduro Moros Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11401) on March 4, 2026, by legislative attorney Karen Sokol:
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The United States' Prosecution of Nicolas Maduro Moros: United States v. Maduro
Following the seizure of Nicolas Maduro Moros (Maduro) by U.S. armed forces in Caracas, Venezuela, on January 3, 2026, a superseding indictment charging him and other defendants with narco-terrorism, narcotics, and weapons off more
U.S.-China Trade Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11284) on March 4, 2026, by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-China Trade Relations
The People's Republic of China (PRC or China) is the second-largest global economy and has been a top U.S. trading partner since China joined the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2001. China is a major export market for U.S. aircraft, agriculture more
Army's XM-30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12094) on March 3, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
Here are excerpts:
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The Army's XM-30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle (Formerly the Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle [OMFV])
Background
The Army's Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV) is being designed to replace the M-2 Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle ( more
Budget Resolution & the Senate's Automatic Discharge Process Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11693) on March 2, 2026, by Congress and legislative process analysts James V. Saturno and Megan S. Lynch:
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The Budget Resolution and the Senate's Automatic Discharge Process
The Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (the Budget Act) provides for the annual adoption of a concurrent resolution on the budget that establishes an agreement between the House and Senate on budgetary l more
GPO DIRECTOR APPOINTS LEADERS TO DEPOSITORY LIBRARY COUNCIL
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- The U.S. Government Publishing Office issued the following news release:
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GPO DIRECTOR APPOINTS LEADERS TO DEPOSITORY LIBRARY COUNCIL
U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) Director Hugh Nathanial Halpern, on the Agency's 165th birthday, has appointed six new members to the Depository Library Council (DLC). The DLC has advised the GPO Director on policy matters relating to the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) and access to U.S. Government information for more
House Consensus Calendar - Principal Features Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13170) on March 2, 2026, by Jane A. Hudiburg, Congress and legislative process analyst:
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The House Consensus Calendar: Principal Features
Establishment in House Rules
First established in the 116th Congress (2019-2020), the Consensus Calendar provides an alternative route to the floor for certain unreported House bills and resolutions that have accumulated at least 290 co more
Muslim Holidays Topic of CRS Fact Sheet
WASHINGTON, March 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following fact sheet (No. R45003) on March 3, 2026, by reference and digital services librarian Maya V. Thomas.
Here are excerpts:
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Muslim Holidays: Fact Sheet
Introduction
Islam is one of the three major Abrahamic faiths, alongside Judaism and Christianity. According to the 2020 U.S. Religion Census, the number of followers of Islam in the United States is 4.5 million./1
Muslims annually observe two major more
Navigating the Appropriations Status Table Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, March 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47240) on March 3, 2026, entitled "Navigating the Appropriations Status Table."
The report is written by senior research librarians Justin Murray, Carol Wilson and Ben Leubsdorf.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The CRS Appropriations Status Table is an online tool for tracking legislation that provides annual funding for federal programs, projects, and activities. It displays the status o more
U.S. International Food Assistance Primer Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13162) on March 3, 2026, by Rhoda Margesson, international humanitarian policy specialist and Emily M. McCabe, foreign assistance and foreign policy specialist:
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U.S. International Food Assistance Primer
Global food insecurity generally refers to varying degrees of hunger and malnutrition among populations worldwide stemming from a lack of regular access to sufficient, saf more
Ukrainian Military Performance & Outlook Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12150) on March 2, 2026, by Andrew S. Bowen, Russian and European affairs analyst:
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Ukrainian Military Performance and Outlook
Since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the Ukrainian Armed Forces (UAF) have defended and repelled Russian advances, despite ongoing disadvantages in personnel and a smaller defense industry. The UAF has demonstr more
USDA's Regulation of Agricultural Biotechnology Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11573) on March 3, 2026, by agricultural policy analyst Eleni G. Bickell.
Here are excerpts:
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USDA's Regulation of Agricultural Biotechnology
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulates certain organisms developed using genetic engineering (GE) under its authority to prevent the introduction and dissemination of plant pests. In May 2020, USDA's Animal and Plant He more
Gold Star Designation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11200) on March 2, 2026, by Senior Research Librarian Carly A. Miller.
Here are excerpts:
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Gold Star Designation: An Overview
Background
During the years of U.S. participation in World War I (WWI, 1917-1918), an informal practice developed where some families would display service banners adorned with blue stars in the windows of their homes to signify participation in t more
HIPAA Privacy Rule - Overview & Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12759) on March 2, 2026, by health policy specialist Amanda K. Sarata:
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The HIPAA Privacy Rule: Overview and Issues
The final HIPAA Privacy Rule (the Rule) was first issued in December 2000, and a final modified rule was issued in August of 2002, pursuant to authority in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA, P.L. 104-191). HIPAA was enacte more
Patent Law - Introduction & Issues for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12744) on March 2, 2026, by legislative attorney Kevin J. Hickey:
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Patent Law: An Introduction and Issues for Congress
Patents, a form of intellectual property, give their owners certain exclusive rights in new and useful inventions. To encourage innovation, the Constitution gives Congress the power to grant patents to inventors for a limited time. Patents have been a part more
Social Security Retirement Earnings Test Overview Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12014) on March 2, 2026, by social policy specialist Zhe Li.
Here are excerpts:
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Social Security Retirement Earnings Test Overview
Background
Social Security is a work-related, federal insurance program that provides monthly cash benefits to workers and their eligible family members in the event of a worker's retirement, disability, or death. Social Security retirement b more
U.S. & Israeli Military Operations Against Iran Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12662) on March 1, 2026.
The white paper is written by Middle Eastern affairs specialists Clayton Thomas, Jeremy M. Sharp, Christopher M. Blanchard and Jim Zanotti:
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U.S. and Israeli Military Operations Against Iran: Issues for Congress
On February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched military operations against targets in Iran. The United States and Iran had be more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
American Federation of Government Employees Local 252 Opposes OPM Rule Limiting Suitability Appeals
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The American Federation of Government Employees Local 252 submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Personnel Management opposing a proposed rule that would change how federal employees appeal unfavorable suitability determinations and warning that the change would eliminate important due process protections.
The proposed regulation suggests that OPM will become the exclusive forum for appeals concerning unfavorable suitability determinations, which would strip more
Ayuda Legal Puerto Rico Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Ayuda Legal Puerto Rico, San Juan, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expressing opposition to the agency's proposed rule titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits." The organization argues that the rule would allow Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) and property owners benefiting from HUD programs to impose detrimental work requirements and term limits on housing a more
Bark Urges Forest Service to Withdraw Administrative Review Rule
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Bark has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Forest Service expressing concerns over proposed changes to the project-level predecisional administrative review process. Bark advocates for the restoration and stewardship of lands within Mt. Hood National Forest, asserting that the proposed rulemaking would undermine public involvement in environmental assessments.
In its letter, Bark emphasized that the U.S. Forest Service's new regulations could lead to reduced more
Cape Canaveral Shrimp Co. Raises Concerns Over Proposed State Red Snapper Exempt Permits
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Cape Canaveral Shrimp Co., Titusville, Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding the proposed State Red Snapper Exempted Fishing Permits (EFPs) for the South Atlantic. The letter outlines concerns about the impact these permits may have on the commercial fishing sector, which has been facing significant challenges in recent years.
In the letter, the company emphasizes the dependence of the central east coast Flo more
Cloud Foundation Opposes Forest Service Rule Limiting Public Review
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Cloud Foundation submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Forest Service opposing a proposed rule that would revise the project-level predecisional administrative review process, warning that the changes would limit public participation in decisions affecting national forest lands and wild horse and burro management.
The proposals, identified under RIN 0596 AD69, would compress the timeline for public comments on Environmental Assessments (EAs) and Environmental more
Digital Chamber Requests Extension of Comment Period on U.S. Stablecoins Regulation
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Digital Chamber submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency requesting a 30-day extension of the comment period for a proposed rule implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act governing the issuance of stablecoins by entities under the agency's jurisdiction.
In its public comment letter submitted to the OCC, the organization highlights that the proposed rulemaking establishes foundation more
Embraer Calls for Extended Compliance Deadlines for Radio Altimeter Upgrades
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Embraer, Sao Jose dos Campos, Brazil, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) advocating for an extension of the performance compliance deadline for radio altimeter systems. The company has raised concerns regarding the ambitious timelines outlined in the FAA's proposed rulemaking, which plans to align with the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) timeline for authorizing new wireless services.
In the comment letter, Embrae more
Garmin International Calls for Streamlined Certification Process for Radio Altimeter Systems
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Garmin International Inc., Olathe, Kansas, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) urging a more efficient approach to the certification of interference-tolerant radio altimeter systems. The company emphasizes that this change is critical to maintaining aviation safety amid evolving spectrum regulations and supports the FAA's efforts to retrofit the fleet.
Garmin's comments come in response to the FAA's Notice of Proposed Rulema more
IFO-Consulting Urges NHTSA to Incorporate Communication Systems Into Automated Driving Safety Rules
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- IFO-Consulting submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration urging it to incorporate communication systems into safety regulations for automated driving systems under a United Nations global technical regulation.
The submission addresses a notice requesting comments on the United Nations Global Technical Regulation concerning automated driving systems. The consultant said the proposed regulation more
Illinois Husbandry of Animal Welfare Urges APHIS to Avoid Mandating Uniform Standards for Breeding Female Dogs
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Illinois Husbandry Of Animal Welfare, Urbana, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service addressing warning that rigid federal standards governing breeding female dogs could undermine breeder decision making and animal care practices.
In the letter, IHAW highlighted that the Animal Welfare Act does not currently define "breeding female." IHAW suggests that if APHIS is to implement standards for s more
Iowa State University Statistics Professor Raises Concerns Over 2026 Census Operational Test Design
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Sarah M. Nusser, Professor Emerita in the Department of Statistics at Iowa State University, Ames, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Census Bureau expressing concern about the design of the 2026 operational test intended to support planning for the 2030 Census.
The Iowa State University report states that the use of the American Community Survey (ACS) questionnaire and methods panel undermines the objective of the 2026 census test. According to the concerns r more
Ketchikan Indian Community Urges Forest Service to Withdraw Administrative Review Rule
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Ketchikan Indian Community, Alaska, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Forest Service voicing opposition against a proposed rule that would modify the agency's project-level predecisional administrative review process. The community expressed that the proposed changes could severely limit public participation in decisions related to public land management, ultimately leading to an increase in uncertainty and litigation.
The comment letter claims that l more
Legacy Forest Coalition Urges Withdrawal of Forest Service Rule Limiting Public Participation
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Legacy Forest Defense Coalition, Tacoma, Washington, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Forest Service opposing proposed revisions to regulations governing the Project-Level Predecisional Administrative Review Process, arguing that the changes would sharply restrict public participation and weaken oversight of national forest management.
In their letter, the coalition points to the proposed rule changes that would shorten public comment periods, impose res more
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Linking Employment, Abilities and Potential, Cleveland, Ohio, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing proposed rule changes that aim to rescind essential components of the regulations implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
The proposed changes, identified in Docket Numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0015 and DOE-HQ-2025-0024, would eliminate crucial requirements related to the accessibility of newly constructed and altered buil more
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Opposes Proposed DOE Regulations
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy, expressing opposition to proposed regulations that could undermine accessibility standards for federally assisted programs or activities.
In its letter, the transportation authority argues that the proposed rules represent a rollback of foundational principles established under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. These principles mandate that agencies more
National Rural Water Association Raises Concerns Over Proposed Perchlorate Regulation
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The National Rural Water Association (NRWA) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency emphasizing the importance of safeguarding public health through reliable drinking water free of contaminants while expressing concerns over the potential impacts of the regulation on small water systems.
With a history of providing grassroots assistance to water utilities since 1976, NRWA reports that approximately 40% of technical assistance flows more
National Urban League, National Coalition on Black Civic Participation Urge Commerce Department To Expand 2026 Census Test
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The National Urban League and the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce expressing concerns about the design of the 2026 Operational Test supporting the 2030 Census and urging changes to ensure a more accurate count of historically undercounted populations.
In their correspondence, the organizations highlight the test as a vital opportunity to refine methods that ensure an accurate count, part more
New America Urges DOE to Withdraw Controversial Rule on Nondiscrimination
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- New America has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy urging it to immediately withdrawal a proposed rule that seeks to rescind regulations related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs or activities.
In its correspondence, New America argues that the proposed rule fundamentally undermines decades of progress made in civil rights legislation, particularly Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which safeguards citizens from d more
Niobrara Conservation District Raises Concerns Over USDA Proposed Rules
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Niobrara Conservation District (NCD) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture expressing concerns regarding a proposal to amend its project-level predecisional administrative review process regulations. The NCD emphasizes the impact of federal land management decisions on local agriculture, natural resources and the overall quality of life.
The district highlights its specific mission, noting its expertise under Wyoming statute reg more
Oregon Health Authority Raises Concerns About Proposed Perchlorate Rule
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Oregon Health Authority, Portland, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) expressing its views regarding the proposed perchlorate regulation. The letter details a series of recommendations aimed at addressing the potential impacts on small water systems and the proposed maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for perchlorate.
OHA emphasizes the need for flexibility in monitoring requirements for small water systems, suggesti more
Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association Raises Concerns Over EPA Perchlorate Drinking Water Rule
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association, Wormleysburg, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding a proposed National Primary Drinking Water Regulation for perchlorate.
In their correspondence, PMAA highlights the potential implications of the EPA's ruling, particularly in the context of a recent D.C. Circuit decision in NRDC v. Regan. The ruling mandates that the agency create regulations for perchlorate, despite t more
Science in Donation & Transplant Urges Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to Revise Organ Procurement Organizations Oversight Rule
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Science in Donation and Transplant submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services urging changes to proposed oversight rules governing Organ Procurement Organizations and warning that the current performance metric used to evaluate OPOs is scientifically flawed and could destabilize the national transplant system.
The letter cites a substantial body of peer-reviewed research indicating that t more
Sportworks Global Advocates for Enhanced Transportation Digital Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Sportworks Global LLC, Monroe, Washington, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation emphasizing the need for a comprehensive Transportation Digital Infrastructure (TDI) strategy. The company outlined essential definitions, key research priorities, and deployment recommendations aimed at improving multimodal transportation across the nation.
In the letter, Sportworks defined TDI as an integrated ecosystem that combines sensors, commun more
Turtle Island Restoration Network Opposes Bluewater Texas Terminal Project
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Turtle Island Restoration Network submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Maritime Administration and the U.S. Coast Guard opposing a proposed deepwater port license for the Bluewater Texas crude oil export terminal, arguing the project would threaten coastal ecosystems, public health, indigenous cultural resources and the global climate.
The proposed terminal, which would export as much as 384 million barrels of crude oil annually, could have severe consequences f more
University of California Economics Professor Raises Concerns About 2026 Census Operational Test Design
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Marianne Parcella Bitler, chair and professor in the Department of Economics at the University of California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Census Bureau outlining concerns about the planned 2026 operational test supporting preparation for the 2030 Census.
One primary issue raised concerns the reduction in the number of test sites from six to two. The organization emphasized that the elimination of scientifically chosen locations, including tribal lands i more
University of Minnesota Raises Concerns Over Proposed Changes to 2026 Census Test
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The University of Minnesota IPUMS Center for Data Integration has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce voicing concerns regarding proposed changes to the 2026 Operational Test in support of the 2030 Census. The organization emphasizes that the planning for the upcoming census is crucial for its success.
The letter highlights the potential risks involved in reducing the number of census test sites from six to two, a decision that could harm more
West Virginia Rivers Coalition Opposes Forest Service Proposal Limiting Public Participation
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The West Virginia Rivers Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service opposing the proposed Project-Level Predecisional Administrative Review Process rule. The group argues that the changes would limit public participation and access to vital information regarding important forestry projects in West Virginia.
WV Rivers emphasizes its long-standing dedication to the effective management of National Forests and highli more
Wild Horse Education Urges Forest Service to Withdraw Proposed Rule Impacting Public Participation
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Wild Horse Education has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Forest Service opposing the agency's proposed revisions to the project-level predecisional administrative review process. The organization criticizes the proposal for undermining public participation, transparency and independent oversight.
One of the central concerns addressed in the letter is the dramatic reduction in public comment periods. The proposed rule aims to shorten the time available for e more
Athenahealth Backs Health IT Deregulation While Urging Adjustments To AI and Interoperability Rules
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Athenahealth Inc. has submitted a public comment letter regarding the proposed changes outlined in the U.S. Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology's (ONC) rule titled "Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions To Unleash Prosperity." The letter emphasizes the immense value the proposed regulations could bring to clinicians and patients across the nation.
In its letter, athenahealth underscored its experienc more
Autistic Self Advocacy Network Opposes HHS Proposal on Disability Nondiscrimination
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services voicing opposition to a proposed rule that seeks to limit nondiscrimination protections for individuals with gender dysphoria. ASAN argues that the proposed changes contradict existing statutes and legal precedents currently in place under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
ASAN, a nonprofit advocacy organization run by and for autistic more
Balloon Training Academy Urges Changes To FAA Pilot Examiner Survey Proposal
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Balloon Training Academy has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) expressing concerns regarding a proposed information collection survey for Designated Pilot Examiners (DPEs). The comments emphasize a need for a more effective and accountable process that prioritizes aviation safety and ethical standards among examiners.
In its letter, the academy, led by a nationally recognized figure in balloon aviation safety, critiques th more
Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League Opposes DOE Reactor Review Exemption
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing a proposal to create categorical exclusions for advanced nuclear reactors, arguing that the change would weaken environmental oversight and reduce opportunities for public review of nuclear power projects.
The Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League said the proposed exclusions would apply broadly to multiple stages of reactor development, including aut more
California Community Groups Urge OCC to Enforce Conditions on Citizens Business Bank Merger
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- A coalition of California community organizations submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency urging it to impose conditions on the proposed acquisition of Heritage Bank of Commerce by Citizens Business Bank.
The letter emphasizes that CBB should commit to developing transparent community reinvestment plans that are aligned with the expectations of its future operations. The groups have categorized their concerns into several areas, more
Careviso Urges Improvements To Health Price Transparency Data In Federal Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Careviso, Falls Church, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services advocating for improvements to the Transparency in Coverage Proposed rule. The company emphasizes the need for clearer, more accessible price information to enhance patient decision-making and reduce surprise medical bills.
In their letter, Careviso commends CMS for refining the Transparency in Coverage framework, which aligns with the President's Execu more
CARIN Alliance Supports Action to Improve Consumer Access to Health Information
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The CARIN Alliance has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing support for the proposed rule aimed at deregulating health data technology and interoperability procedures. The alliance emphasizes the importance of enhancing consumer access to health information and facilitating the innovation of electronic health records (EHRs).
In the letter, the CARIN Alliance commends the agency for its ongoing initiatives to pro more
Center for AI & Digital Policy Raises Concerns Over Proposed HHS Deregulatory Actions on AI in Healthcare
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Center for AI and Digital Policy (CAIDP) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing reservations regarding the proposed rule on health data, technology and interoperability. The letter critiques certain aspects of the proposed rule that could undermine the implementation and effectiveness of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare.
In its commentary, CAIDP emphasizes the importance of not sacrificing essent more
Center for Responsible Lending Urges Public Hearings on Enova's Bank Acquisition
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Center for Responsible Lending, Durham, North Carolina, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency requesting a 60-day extension for the comment period regarding Enova's proposal to acquire Grasshopper Bank. CRL argues that the proposed 30-day comment period is insufficient for the public to voice their concerns about Enova's business practices, which have drawn scrutiny and complaints from consumers and regulatory bodies.
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Child Welfare League Opposes Federal Changes to Disability Definition
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing objections to a proposed rule that would alter the definition of disability in a way that could adversely affect transgender and nonbinary youth in foster care.
For nearly a century, CWLA has been instrumental in shaping child welfare standards and practices, emphasizing the importance of meeting the needs of vulnerable youth wit more
Child Welfare Organizations Urge Education Department To Reverse Graduate Loan Definition Changes
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- A coalition of 31 national and 105 state or local organizations submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging it to reconsider proposed changes to the definition of professional degrees in federal student loan programs, warning that the policy could worsen workforce shortages in human service fields.
The law, enacted as H.R. 1 (PL 119-21), introduced sweeping changes to the federal student loan framework, imposing new borrowing limits for g more
City of Flagstaff (Ariz.) Mayor Daggett Raises Concerns Over Treasury Reporting Requirements In Financial Assistance Records System
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The City of Flagstaff (Arizona) Mayor Becky Daggett has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury expressing concerns regarding potential retroactive reporting requirements tied to the agency's proposed Privacy Act regulations for financial assistance programs. The letter highlights the implications of these changes on the city's administrative practices and compliance efforts.
In the communication, officials from Flagstaff conveyed their a more
City of San Jose Advocates for Enhanced Digital Infrastructure Strategy
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The City of San Jose, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation urging it to prioritize research and development in transportation digital infrastructure (TDI). The letter outlines several areas for investment to enhance interoperability among municipal systems and improve long-term usability of digital tools.
San Jose's letter emphasizes the need for targeted research to integrate emerging TDI tools with legacy systems, p more
Coalition of State Attorneys General Urge PHMSA to Delay Rules on Autonomous Hazmat Transport
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- A coalition of 10 state attorneys general submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration raising concerns about proposed federal regulations addressing the transportation of hazardous materials using highly automated transportation systems.
The letter cited that while autonomous technologies for non-hazmat applications, such as delivery robots, have been introduced, there has been insufficient development for the safe tran more
Columbia Riverkeeper Urges U.S. Department Of Energy To Maintain Environmental Review For Advanced Reactors
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Columbia Riverkeeper submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing a proposal to create a categorical exclusion for advanced nuclear reactors, arguing that the change could weaken environmental oversight and pose risks to the Columbia River and surrounding communities.
Columbia Riverkeeper is a nonprofit organization focused on restoring and protecting water quality throughout the Columbia River Basin, from its headwaters to the Pacific Ocea more
Commercial Drone Alliance Calls for Regulatory Revisions to Enhance Drone Delivery of Hazardous Materials
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding the modernization of regulations that facilitate the transportation of hazardous materials via highly automated transportation systems. The CDA emphasizes that the current regulatory framework is outdated and does not adequately account for the unique characteristics of commercial drone operations.
In its letter, the CDA highlights that thousands o more
Computing Research Association, Computing Community Consortium Urge Federal Action to Address Barriers to AI Use in Clinical Care
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Computing Research Association (CRA) and the Computing Community Consortium submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services urging it to address barriers hindering the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical care. The response outlines challenges in private sector AI innovation for healthcare and emphasizes the necessity for regulatory support and streamlined data accessibility.
The letter stresses that a notable rel more
Cook Group Raises Due Process Concerns Over HHS Civil Money Penalty Procedures
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Cook Group, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding a proposed rule establishing administrative procedures for imposing civil money penalties on companies involved in biologics, drugs and medical devices.
As a holding company involved in the manufacturing of diagnostic and interventional products used in various medical fields, the Cook Group stresses the importance of ensuring fairness in the regulato more
Dassault Aviation Seeks Clarification and Implementation Flexibility in FAA Radio Altimeter Rule
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Dassault Aviation, Paris, France, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration regarding proposed rules on interference-tolerant radio altimeter systems, urging the agency to provide additional implementation clarity and lead time before compliance deadlines take effect.
In its letter, Dassault Aviation expressed appreciation to the FAA for the opportunity to comment on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM). The proposed rule aims to introd more
Design Interactive Urges HHS to Address Barriers to AI Adoption in Healthcare
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Design Interactive LLC, Orlando, Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services highlighting challenges and recommendations related to the adoption and use of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical care. The firm emphasizes that addressing these challenges is essential for promoting safe and effective AI integration in healthcare settings, particularly within large federal systems such as the U.S. Department of Veteran more
Disability Belongs Warns of Damaging Impact From Proposed Rule Changes
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Disability Belongs, Fredericksburg, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services addressing concerns regarding a proposed rule that may undermine protections for disabled individuals. The organization argues that the changes could limit access to federally funded health care and human services, which are vital for millions of disabled people across the country.
In its comments, Disability Belongs emphasizes that the more
Disability Rights California Opposes Proposed Rule Excluding Gender Dysphoria Protections
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Disability Rights California, Sacramento, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing opposition to a proposed rule that seeks to exclude individuals with gender dysphoria from the protections under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
The proposed regulation, identified as RIN 0945-AA27, is viewed by DRC as a move that could expose thousands of individuals, particularly those who are both transgender and disable more
Educational First Steps Calls For Federal Guardrails In Child Care Funding Flexibility Proposal
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Educational First Steps, Dallas, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services urging it to maintain federal safeguards that protect provider stability and family access to child care.
In its letter, the organization emphasized that child care providers, regardless of whether they are center-based or home-based, face significant operational challenges, particularly related to cash flow. The current policies that utilize atte more
Embraer Urges FAA to Extend Timeline for Interference-Tolerant Radio Altimeter Retrofit
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Embraer, Sao Jose dos Campos, Brazil, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing the proposed timeline for radio altimeter (RA) performance compliance. The letter expresses concerns about the feasibility of the FAA's proposed compliance deadlines, urging it to consider an extended timeline of 2032.
The FAA's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) indicates that the compliance dates for Parts 121 and 129 would align with the Fe more
Everfi Advocates for Enhanced Financial Literacy Strategies
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Everfi LLC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Financial Literacy and Education Commission advocating for updates to the National Strategy for Financial Literacy. The organization emphasized the importance of focusing on both K-12 student education and family engagement to enhance financial literacy across demographics.
In its letter, Everfi recommended that the revised National Strategy maintain established priority areas while adding new categories, particula more
FoundCare Warns HRSA Rebate Model Could Increase Drug Purchasing Burden
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- FoundCare Inc., West Palm Beach, Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) regarding concerns over the proposed 340B rebate model. This center emphasizes the role the 340B program plays in sustaining essential healthcare services.
The organization highlights that transitioning to a rebate-based wholesale acquisition cost (WAC) purchasing structure for IRA-affected drugs could dramatically increase upfront co more
Fugro USA Calls for Enhanced Seafloor Mapping for Alaska's Offshore Minerals
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Fugro USA Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Ocean Energy Management responding to a request for information on potential commercial leasing for Outer Continental Shelf minerals offshore Alaska.
In its letter responding to the Request for Information and Interest (RFI) for commercial leasing in Alaska's OCS, Fugro outlines the importance of high-resolution seabed mapping to support both government and private sector in more
Fulton County Health Center Raise Concerns Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Fulton County Health Center, Wauseon, Ohio, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the potential impact of the proposed 340B rebate model. The hospital emphasizes that the intent of Congress when establishing the program was to help entities serving vulnerable populations maximize available federal resources and expand access to healthcare.
The organization points out that the proposed rebate mo more
Garmin Urges Streamlined Certification Path For Interference-Tolerant Radio Altimeters
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Garmin, Olathe, Kansas, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration regarding proposed rules on interference-tolerant radio altimeter systems, supporting the agency's effort to equip aircraft with upgraded systems while recommending a streamlined certification framework to accelerate deployment.
Garmin articulated its commitment to aviation safety and underscored its involvement in the "Joint Aviation Community Response," as well as its endor more
Gritman Medical Center Occupational Therapist Warns Proposed Student Loan Rule Could Worsen Rural Health Workforce Shortages
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Toni Wigle, an occupational therapist at Gritman Medical Center, Moscow, Idaho, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging it to include occupational therapy within the regulatory definition of a professional degree program under proposed changes to federal student loan policies.
The organization points to the growing need for healthcare professionals, particularly occupational therapists, in underserved regions like Moscow, Idaho. With more
Gulfstream Raises Concerns Over FAA Proposed Rules for Radio Altimeter Systems
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation expressing concerns regarding a proposed rule which addresses the requirements for interference-tolerant radio altimeter systems.
In its submission, Gulfstream emphasizes its active participation in industry collaborations that led to the joint comment filings from the Aerospace Industries Association and the General Aviation Manufacturers Association. Gulfstream req more
Health IT End-Users Alliance Urges Balanced Oversight In HHS Artificial Intelligence Policy
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Health IT End-Users Alliance submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the agency's request for information on accelerating the adoption and use of artificial intelligence in clinical care.
In the letter, the Alliance emphasized their commitment to ensuring that health information technology aligns with the real-world challenges faced by healthcare providers. By representing a diverse group of stakeholders, the Al more
Health Organizations, Professionals Warn Education Department Loan Rule Could Harm Public Health Workforce
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- A coalition of public health organizations and professionals submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education opposing proposed changes to the definition of professional degree programs, warning the policy could restrict access to graduate education in critical health fields.
The advocacy group, representing almost 11,000 health professionals across various disciplines-including nursing, social work, and public health-warns that the proposed definiti more
Healthy Environment Alliance of Utah Urges DOE to Maintain Environmental Review for Advanced Nuclear Reactors
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Healthy Environment Alliance of Utah submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing a proposal to establish a categorical exclusion for advanced nuclear reactors, arguing that bypassing environmental review could expose Utah communities to health and environmental risks linked to nuclear development.
The Healthy Environment Alliance of Utah, known as HEAL Utah, represents about 25,000 members across the state who advocate for environmenta more
HHS Supports Proposal to Shift Federal Workforce Appeals to OPM
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Personnel Management supporting proposed changes to the appeals process for suitability actions and reductions in force (RIF). HHS argues that centralizing these appeals within OPM will lead to greater efficiency, consistency and alignment with existing regulations.
In the letter, HHS noted that OPM is uniquely positioned to manage these appeals due to its regulatory more
Hoonah Indian Association Raises Concerns Over Proposed USDA Amendments
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Hoonah Indian Association, Alaska, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service expressing concerns regarding proposed amendments which govern the project-level pre-decisional administrative review process. The association emphasizes that these amendments threaten tribal involvement in essential land management decisions affecting their ancestral territories.
The Hoonah Indian Association highlights the cultural and subsi more
InStride Health Advocates for Federal Framework on AI Use in Clinical Care
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- InStride Health, Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services urging it to establish a comprehensive federal framework for the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical settings.
The organization highlighted significant barriers hindering AI innovation in healthcare, particularly state-by-state regulatory fragmentation and a lack of clear federal guidance. InStride pointed out more
IntePro Solutions Urges HHS to Preserve Testing Safeguards in Health IT Certification Changes
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- IntePro Solutions Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services addressing the Health Data, Technology and Interoperability rulemaking and recommending adjustments to proposed changes in the Health IT Certification Program.
The organization commended the ONC for recognizing overlaps in program requirements and adjusting accordingly, which they believe could positively impact efficiency in the healthcare industry. However, they more
Intermountain Health Urge ONC to Clarify Proxy Access Guidelines for Minor Records
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Intermountain Health, Salt Lake City, Utah, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology addressing the proposed rule aimed at reducing regulatory burdens while enhancing patient access to electronic health information. The organization expressed concern over the current capabilities of certified patient portals regarding parent and legal guardian access to minors' medical records.
In their letter, Inte more
International Brotherhood of Teamsters Raise Concerns on Automated Transportation of Hazardous Materials
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters has submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration regarding proposed regulations aimed at facilitating the transportation of hazardous materials via highly automated transportation systems.
In their communication, the Teamsters express support for technology that enhances their members' work. However, they caution that automated systems, particularly those lacking adequate regula more
International Foundation Backs HHS Rule Clarifying Gender Dysphoria not a Disability Under Federal Law
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The International Foundation for Therapeutic and Counselling Choice, London, England, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services supporting a proposed rule that clarifies gender dysphoria not resulting from a physical impairment should not be categorized as a protected disability.
The organization, which advocates for individuals experiencing distress over unwanted sexual, gender, and relational experiences, emphasizes that more
InterSystems Advocates for Interoperability in AI Healthcare Integration
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- InterSystems Corp., Boston, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services emphasizing the importance of interoperability in the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) within the healthcare sector.
In its letter, InterSystems expressed strong support for HHS's initiative to enhance the deployment of AI technologies in clinical care. The organization underscored that effective interoperability is vital to ensu more
JSR Associates Opposes Energy Department Plan to Remove Accessibility Rules from Federal Programs
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- JSR Associates Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) expressing opposition to proposed regulations that would rescind critical accessibility requirements for federally assisted programs.
The proposed rules, identified under Docket Numbers DOE-HQ-2025-0024 and DOE-HQ-2025-0015, would eliminate essential elements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, which mandates accessible environments for individuals with disabilities. Th more
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Expresses Concerns Over Proposed Radio Altimeter Modification Schedule
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Amstelveen, Netherlands, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration highlighting concerns regarding the proposed schedule for Radio Altimeter transceiver modifications. The airline asserts that the feasibility of compliance is heavily dependent on the turnaround time for these modifications and the availability of spare units for airlines.
In its letter, KLM stresses the importance of coordination between the FA more
Lambda Legal Defense & Education Fund Opposes Proposed Rule on Nondiscrimination for Disabilities
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund Inc., New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing opposition to a proposed rule regarding nondiscrimination based on disability in federally funded programs.
In its correspondence, Lambda Legal, which has championed civil rights for LGBTQ+ individuals since 1973, highlights a distinct concern about the proposed conflation of Gender Dysphoria with the outdated diagno more
Latino Community Foundation Raises Concerns Over 2026 Census Test Plans
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Latino Community Foundation submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce expressing concern that the proposed testing approach could limit the government's ability to accurately evaluate participation challenges among Latino communities.
The LCF articulated alarm over the decision to conduct the 2026 test only in Spartanburg, South Carolina, and Huntsville, Alabama, regions where the Latino population is notably low. The foundation argues that more
Law Professors Raise Competition Concerns Over Private Label Biosimilars in Express Scripts Settlement
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Michael A. Carrier, board of governors professor at Rutgers Law School, and Rachel E. Sachs, professor of law at Washington University School of Law, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission regarding the proposed settlement with Express Scripts relating to pharmacy benefit manager practices and private label biosimilars.
The settlement addresses key concerns about the incentives surrounding rebates, supply chain transparency, and the link betwee more
Leavitt Partners Urges HHS to Support Interoperability and Innovation in Health IT
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Leavitt Partners submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the proposed Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Prosperity rule.
In its letter, Leavitt Partners expresses gratitude for the opportunity to provide feedback on HHS's efforts aimed at deregulating health information technology. The firm outlines several initiatives it supports that align with HHS's goals, including col more
Legacy Forest Defense Coalition Raises Concerns Over Proposed Rule Changes
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Legacy Forest Defense Coalition, Tacoma, Washington, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Forest Service expressing concerns over proposed rule changes. The coalition argues that the proposed changes would significantly restrict public participation in environmental assessments related to national forest management.
LFDC highlights that the alterations threaten the ecological health of forests across Washington and beyond, emphasizing the critical role t more
N.J. Maritime Pilot Commission Urges Coast Guard to Relocate Navigation Rule Boundary In New York Harbor
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The New Jersey Maritime Pilot and Docking Pilot Commission submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Coast Guard requesting approval of a proposal to relocate the COLREGS demarcation line governing navigation rules in the approaches to New York Harbor.
Currently, the demarcation line extends from East Rockaway Inlet Breakwater Light to Sandy Hook Light, a configuration established before the notable changes in maritime operations and geographic layout since the COLRE more
National College Attainment Network Raises Concerns Over Federal Student Loan Changes
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The National College Attainment Network (NCAN) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education regarding proposed changes to the federal student loan system under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. NCAN emphasizes the need for consideration in implementing these new rules, which may impact borrowers and students.
In the letter, NCAN highlights several concerns associated with the upcoming changes, including the introduction of a new repayment optio more
New York Dental Hygienists' Association Urges Inclusion of Master of Dental Hygiene in Federal Professional Degree Definition
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The New York Dental Hygienists' Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education raising concerns about a proposed rule defining "professional degree" for purposes of federal student loan limits, particularly for graduate students pursuing advanced education in dental hygiene.
The NYDHA, representing the interests of dental hygienists across New York, emphasizes the implications of the proposed $20,500 annual borrowing cap. This limit co more
North American Submarine Cable Association Urges BOEM to Protect Submarine Cables in California Leasing Plans
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The North American Submarine Cable Association (NASCA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management urging it to prioritize the protection of submarine telecommunications cables during oil and gas lease planning in the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) of Central and Southern California. The association warns that uncoordinated leasing could threaten the integrity of critical infrastructure vital for data transmission and communication.
In i more
Nuclear Free Hawaii Challenges DOE Reactor Exclusion Proposal
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Nuclear Free Hawaii submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing a proposal to establish a categorical exclusion for advanced nuclear reactors, arguing that the agency lacks the operational evidence required under federal environmental law to justify bypassing environmental review.
The organization stated that under the National Environmental Policy Act, categorical exclusions may only be applied to categories of actions that normally do no more
Oak Ridge Environmental Peace Alliance Opposes DOE Reactor Review Exemption
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Oak Ridge Environmental Peace Alliance, Tennessee, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing a proposal to establish categorical exclusions for advanced nuclear reactors, arguing that such actions would bypass environmental review requirements under the National Environmental Policy Act and limit public participation in decisions affecting nuclear development.
The Oak Ridge Environmental Peace Alliance, a grassroots public-interest o more
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Ohio Nuclear Free Network has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy expressing opposition to the agency's proposed Categorical Exclusion (CX) for advanced nuclear reactors. The organization argues that this proposal undermines public input and could potentially compromise safety and environmental standards.
The Ohio Nuclear Free Network contends that the DOE's categorization of certain reactor designs as "advanced" is misleading, as many more
OpenNotes Urges HHS To Clarify Interoperability Standards In Health IT Rule
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- OpenNotes submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the Health Data, Technology and Interoperability rulemaking, warning that unclear implementation guidance could undermine the goals of improving health data exchange and encouraging innovation in digital health tools.
In its letter, OpenNotes articulated the need for more precise guidelines to avoid market ambiguity that could disproportionately impact smaller health more
Oregon Consumer Justice Opposes Enova Interim Bank's Charter Application
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Oregon Consumer Justice (OCJ) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency expressing concerns regarding the application of Enova Interim Bank, National Association, to acquire a national bank charter.
In its letter dated February 20, 2026, OCJ highlights that Enova operates lending platforms with exorbitant interest rates, significantly higher than state-imposed caps. Enova partners with state-chartered banks to facilitate loans more
Participatory Health Urges HHS to Add National Provider Directory to Interoperability Rule
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Participatory Health submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing concerns over the Health Data, Technology and Interoperability (HTI-5) proposed rule. The organization argues that while the rule aims to modernize certification processes and enhance enforcement against information blocking, it overlooks a component necessary for its vision to succeed: the establishment of enumerable and attributable endpoints.
The organ more
Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies Opposes Discriminatory HHS Rule
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services opposing a proposed rule that would allow recipients of federal health funding to discriminate against individuals with gender dysphoria.
The proposed rule could allow recipients of HHS funding to classify gender dysphoria as a non-disability, undermining the inclusive intent of existing legislation. The Partnership highlights that the r more
Patient Safety Experts Urge HHS To Retain Health IT Certification Safeguards
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- A group of patient safety researchers and health technology experts submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services warning that proposed revisions to the Health IT Certification Program could weaken protections designed to prevent technology-related patient harm.
The HTI-5 proposed rule includes significant modifications to the ONC Health IT Certification Program, with the intention of shifting from product certification to an empha more
PeaceWorks KC Opposes DOE Plan to Exempt Advanced Reactors From Environmental Review
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- PeaceWorks KC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing a proposal to create a categorical exclusion for advanced nuclear reactors, arguing that the change would prevent communities from participating in environmental review and could expose residents in southeastern Kansas to environmental and health risks.
The organization described Kansas as a state defined by family farms, ranches, rural communities, urban centers, and prairie landsc more
Penn State Health Warns HRSA Rebate Proposal Could Disrupt 340B Program Stability
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Penn State Health, Hershey, Pennsylvania, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program and warning that the change could create financial and operational challenges for covered entities.
The Hershey Medical Center, which serves as a major academic medical institution and safety-net provider for vulnerable populations across Central P more
Pennsylvania Secretaries Schmidt, Bogen, Arkoosh Oppose Education Department Loan Rule Excluding Key Health Professions
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Pennsylvania Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt, Health Secretary Debra L. Bogen and Human Services Secretary Valerie A. Arkoosh submitted a joint public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education opposing a proposed regulation that would define which graduate programs qualify as "professional degree" programs eligible for higher federal student loan limits.
The proposed regulation threatens to hinder access to professional education, particularly for field more
Portsmouth Piketon Residents Group Warns U.S. Department of Energy Against Reactor Review Exemption
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Portsmouth Piketon Residents for Environmental Safety and Security, Ohio, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing a proposal to create a categorical exclusion for advanced nuclear reactors, arguing that reducing environmental review could repeat mistakes linked to past nuclear activity.
The organization said the Portsmouth site has a long history tied to nuclear operations and federal policy decisions. According to the group, an 80-acr more
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Project Eleven Hundred, Lagos, Nigeria, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture opposing proposed amendments to federal regulations governing the project level administrative review process used in environmental decisions.
In the letter, the organization highlighted a long history of engagement in the NEPA scoping process, where alternatives to proposed actions have been submitted over the past 44 years. The Executive Director noted instan more
RA Capital Management Raises Concerns Over Global Benchmark Drug Pricing Models
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- RA Capital Management has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing support regarding the proposed Global Benchmark for Efficient Drug Pricing (GLOBE) Model and the Guarding U.S. Medicare Against Rising Drug Costs (GUARD) Model. The firm emphasizes that the design of these models may not effectively test the implications of the Most Favored Nation (MFN) pricing policy.
In the letter dated February 26, RA Capital highligh more
RiverView Health Raise Concerns Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- RiverView Health, Crookston, Minnesota, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services raising concerns about the implementation of a manufacturer rebate model within the 340B drug pricing program.
The letter highlights that while the estimated impact associated with the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is about five percent of the hospital's overall 340B program value, even small changes can be significant for rural hospitals that typ more
Roadway Insights, AKME Propose AI Driven Framework for National Transportation Digital Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Roadway Insights and AKME submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation responding to a request for information from the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology regarding development of a National Strategy for Transportation Digital Infrastructure.
The organizations argues that the future of the National Transportation Digital Infrastructure (TDI) should evolve beyond traditional, centralized data warehouses. Instead, it more
Russell County Hospital Raises Concerns Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Russell County Hospital, Russell Springs, Kentucky, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration addressing concerns regarding the proposed 340B rebate model. The hospital highlighted the severe financial implications that the new model could impose on facilities operating under tight budget constraints.
The organization elaborated on its current financial situation, sharing that its annual cost for 340B-acquired medications is ap more
SC Tech Insights Proposes Solutions to Overcome Transportation Digital Infrastructure Challenges
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- SC Tech Insights LLC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation in response to a request for information on the development of a National Strategy for Transportation Digital Infrastructure, arguing that the transportation sector must transition from fragmented data practices to a unified data-ready ecosystem to improve national supply chain performance.
The letter from SC Tech Insights details the limitations imposed by 1990s data models t more
Snake River Alliance Urges DOE To Withdraw Reactor Review Exemption
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Snake River Alliance submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing a proposal that would allow certain advanced nuclear reactors to bypass environmental review under the National Environmental Policy Act, arguing that the change would weaken public oversight and place Idaho's land and water at risk.
The organization said Idaho already carries a heavy share of the nation's nuclear legacy because of activities at the Idaho National Laborat more
Social Work Students Urge Education Department To Protect Loan Support In Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- A group of undergraduate social work majors from Connecticut submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education raising concerns about the proposed Reimagining and Improving Student Education rule and warning that changes to federal loan structures could affect students preparing for careers in social services.
In the letter, the students outlined the significance of both Bachelor's and Master's degrees in social work for addressing pressing societal n more
Sportworks Global Advocates for Enhanced Transportation Digital Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Sportworks Global LLC, Monroe, Washington, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation advocating for a comprehensive and equitable approach to Transportation Digital Infrastructure (TDI) development. The organization emphasizes the need for a unified definition and robust research priorities to ensure a digital ecosystem that integrates various transportation modes and enhances multimodal accessibility.
In its communication, Sportworks more
St. Catherine University Occupational Therapy Educator Urges Inclusion in Professional Degree Definition
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Teresa Wickboldt, an assistant professor and fieldwork specialist in an occupational therapy program at St. Catherine University, Saint Paul, Minnesota, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education opposing a proposed rule that excludes occupational therapy from the regulatory definition of a professional degree program.
Occupational therapy programs necessitate a graduate degree to qualify for licensure and to sit for national certification exam more
Stanford University Environmental Scholar Opposes Offshore Alaska Deep Sea Mining Proposal
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Cailinn Allen, an environmental scholar at Stanford University, California and member of the Akimel O'odham community of the Gila River Indian Community, Sacaton, Arizona, submitted a public comment letter opposing offshore mineral leasing and deep sea mining activities proposed for Alaska in a filing to the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Ocean Energy Management.
The public comment letter outlines various concerns regarding the adverse environmental impacts more
Stetson University Law Student Supports HHS Proposal Clarifying Disability Nondiscrimination Rule
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Ibraheem Dehni, a law student at Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida, submitted a public comment letter supporting a proposed rule issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services addressing nondiscrimination on the basis of disability in programs receiving federal financial assistance.
The letter articulated three core reasons supporting the proposed change. The comments underscore that the proposed regulation aims to eliminate confusion by cl more
Teacher Warns Eliminating Graduate PLUS Loans Could Worsen Educator Shortages
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Camille Butts, a public school teacher with 15 years of classroom experience, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education expressing concern about a proposal to eliminate or restrict the Federal Direct Graduate PLUS loan program.
The author of the letter, a public school teacher with over 15 years of experience, voiced concerns stemming from both personal experience with the loan program and observed impacts on colleagues. According to the educa more
Terra Nova University Proposes Tuition Free Global Online Education Model
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Terra Nova University, Dover, Delaware, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education outlining a proposal for a tuition free global online university designed to expand access to lifelong learning through a modular digital education platform.
TNU's academic structure is designed around a flexible, achievement-driven modular system that emphasizes both exploration and high standards. The university creates "units," which serve as the smallest comp more
Tri-Valley Communities Against a Radioactive Environment Opposes DOE Reactor Review Exemption
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Tri-Valley Communities Against a Radioactive Environment, Livermore, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing a proposal to establish a categorical exclusion for advanced nuclear reactors, arguing that the policy would bypass environmental review required under the National Environmental Policy Act and weaken public participation in federal decision-making.
Tri-Valley Communities Against a Radioactive Environment, known as T more
Truckers Movement For Justice Calls for Industry Audits in Response To Non Domiciled Rule
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Truckers Movement for Justice, Winterville, North Carolina, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration addressing the agency's final rule concerning non domiciled commercial driver licenses and urging broader reforms across the trucking industry.
In their letter, the organization pointed out that longstanding regulations have not been enforced adequately at both state and federal levels, contribu more
Turtle Island Restoration Network Opposes Changes to Cordell Bank Groundfish Conservation Area
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Turtle Island Restoration Network submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration within the U.S. Department of Commerce opposing a proposed rule affecting fishing restrictions near Cordell Bank off the California coast.
TIRN has been advocating for the protection of endangered marine species and habitats for over three decades. The organization emphasizes that the Cordell Bank GCA is a vital habitat off the California coast, crit more
Turtle Island Restoration Network Opposes Expanded Offshore Oil Leasing In Federal Program
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Turtle Island Restoration Network submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management urging the agency to reject expansion of offshore oil and gas leasing proposed under the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program.
Turtle Island Restoration Network emphasizes the potential for catastrophic damage to marine life from activities associated with the proposed offshore lease sales, specifically citing the repercussions of the more
U.S. Special Operations Command Data Scientist Urges HHS to Establish Governance Standards for Clinical AI Systems
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Eli Talbert, a senior data scientist with U.S. Special Operations Command, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommending policy steps aimed at accelerating responsible adoption of artificial intelligence tools used in clinical decision support systems.
In its letter, the organization identifies regulatory uncertainty and liability ambiguity as major impediments to the integration of AI in healthcare. To resolve these i more
Union of Concerned Scientists Opposes DOE's Categorical Exclusions for Nuclear Reactors
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy expressing opposition to the proposed creation of a categorical exclusion (CatEx) for certain nuclear reactors. In their letter, UCS asserts that designating a class of "advanced" nuclear reactors as low-impact, with no need for comprehensive environmental reviews, undermines crucial environmental protections outlined in the National Environmental Policy Act (NEP more
University of California Economics Professor Raises Concerns About 2026 Census Operational Test Design
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Marianne Bitler, chair and professor in the Department of Economics at the University of California, Davis, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Census Bureau raising concerns about the planned 2026 operational test supporting the 2030 Census.
The letter's author, a population scientist and economic demographer, pointed out that the reduction of test sites from six to two has severe implications for coverage rates among marginalized groups. The omission of previ more
University of Illinois Administrator Urges Recognition of Public Health Degrees as Professional Programs in Student Loan Rule
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Luis Jonathan Jimenez, a Windows system administrator at the University of Illinois at Chicago, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging recognition of Master of Public Health and Doctor of Public Health programs as professional degrees under proposed federal student loan regulations.
In the letter, the organization emphasizes the importance of the DrPH as a terminal professional practice doctorate that equips leaders with the skills n more
Vala Urges Streamlining of VA Accreditation Data Processes Through Structured Records
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Vala submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs regarding an information collection request on accreditation of representatives, expressing support for continued oversight of accredited advocates while encouraging the use of technology to reduce administrative workload.
The letter highlights the critical role Vala plays in helping representatives and their clients navigate the often complex VA disability benefits process. With many veter more
Virgin Atlantic Airways Raises Concerns Over Fleet RA System Modifications
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Virgin Atlantic Airways, Crawley, England, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration expressing concerns regarding the proposed modifications to the fleet resolution advisory (RA) system. The airline highlighted several factors that could impact the industry's ability to comply with the new Maintenance and Operations Procedures Standards (MOPS) scheduled for implementation from 2029 to 2032.
In the letter, VAA noted that time const more
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Urges Cybersecurity Centered Approach to National Transportation Digital Infrastructure Strategy
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing the agency's request for information on research to support a National Strategy for Transportation Digital Infrastructure.
In the letter, WMATA emphasizes the potential for the USDOT to demonstrate leadership in modernizing the nation's transportation systems. They advocate for a clear definition of TDI that encompasses a range of digit more
West Virginia Rivers Coalition Opposes Forest Service Proposal Limiting Public Review of Projects
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The West Virginia Rivers Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Forest Service voicing opposition to proposed changes to the Project-Level Predecisional Administrative Review Process. The organization expresses concern that these changes would significantly hinder public involvement and transparency in Forest Service decision-making, particularly affecting projects in West Virginia.
In their letter, WV Rivers emphasizes the importance of well-managed more
Wolters Kluwer Raises Concerns About Proposed AI Data Access Rule
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Wolters Kluwer, Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding concerns over the proposed Health Data, Technology and Interoperability (HTI-5) draft rule.
According to Wolters Kluwer, a leading global provider of clinical technology with annual revenue of $7.2 billion, there are significant legal and compliance issues that could arise from the proposed changes. By expanding the definit more
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Air Cargo Faces Greater Complexity Than Ever Before
SURREY, England, March 11 -- Air Cargo News issued the following news:
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Air cargo faces greater complexity than ever before
By Damian Brett
The world in which air cargo operates today is more complex than it has ever been, but the industry has learnt to rapidly respond to a changing environment, according to IATA director general Willie Walsh.
Speaking to Andres Bianchi, chief executive, LATAM Cargo, during a fireside chat at the IATA World Cargo Symposium (WCS) in Peru, Walsh said tha more
American Center for Law and Justice: Far Left Plots Shutdown Over Iran War
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following news:
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Far Left Plots Shutdown Over Iran War
Several far-Left U.S. Senators are threatening to shut down the Senate floor unless Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth (and others) testify about the war with Iran.
As reported by The Hill:
A group of Senate Democrats are threatening to use every procedural tool at their disposal to hold up business on the Senate floor unles more
CAIR Condemns Israel's Killing of Lebanese Catholic Priest, U.S.-Israeli Killing of 40 in Tehran Apt. Bombing
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on March 10, 2026:
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CAIR Condemns Israel's Killing of Lebanese Catholic Priest, U.S.-Israeli Killing of 40 in Tehran Apt. Bombing
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned U.S. involvement or support for ongoing attacks on civilians in Iran and Lebanon, including the U.S.-Israeli bombing of an apart more
Calif. Gov. Newsom Blasts Trump for Raising Gasoline Prices on Americans With No Plan and No Accountability
SACRAMENTO, California, March 11 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on March 10, 2026:
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Governor Newsom blasts Trump for raising gasoline prices on Americans with no plan and no accountability
What you need to know: Trump launched military strikes on Iran with no plan to address the consequences, and the cost is now showing up at gas pumps nationwide. Prices are spiking all over the country because oil prices are set in the global market, and wars in th more
CSIS Issues Commentary: Unpacking Iran's Drone Campaign in the Gulf - Early Lessons for Future Drone Warfare
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on March 10, 2026, by Kateryna Bondar, fellow with the Wadhwani AI Center:
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Unpacking Iran's Drone Campaign in the Gulf: Early Lessons for Future Drone Warfare
The first week of Iran's retaliation campaign during Operation Epic Fury demonstrates that drones are no longer auxiliary strike systems but central instruments of modern air campaigns. Their ability to generate sustained pre more
DFA Welcomes Arrival of Nine Overseas Filipinos Repatriated From Iran
PASAY CITY, Philippines, March 11 -- The Philippines Department of Foreign Affairs issued the following news release:
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DFA Welcomes Arrival of Nine Overseas Filipinos Repatriated from Iran
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), through the Office of the Undersecretary for Migration Affairs, welcomed the arrival of the first batch of nine overseas Filipinos repatriated from Iran on 10 and 11 March 2026.
The repatriation was made possible through the joint efforts of the Philippine Emb more
DNC Chair Ken Martin Statement on U.S. Service Members Wounded in Trump's War With Iran
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on March 10, 2026:
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DNC Chair Ken Martin Statement on U.S. Service Members Wounded in Trump's War With Iran
Today, the Pentagon confirmed that approximately 140 U.S. service members have been wounded in the first 10 days of Donald Trump's war of choice with Iran -- a staggering increase from the eight injured service members the Pentagon previously disclosed. Seven service members have already bee more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary: Operation Epic Fury Situation Report
WASHINGTON, March 11 (TNSxrep) -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on March 10, 2026, by nonresident senior fellow Can Kasapoglu:
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Operation Epic Fury Situation Report | Battlefield Effects and Early Strategic Signals
Battlefield Assessment
The United States began Operation Epic Fury alongside Israel's Operation Roaring Lion on February 28. By the end of the first week, th more
ICYMI: Senator Banks Discusses Operation Epic Fury on America Reports
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release on March 10, 2026:
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ICYMI: Senator Banks Discusses Operation Epic Fury on America Reports
Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined Sandra Smith on America Reports to discuss Operation Epic Fury:
Full Remarks below:
Senator Banks: "Well, first and foremost, this has been a highly successful operation. And this briefing today, all of the briefings that we've received in the Senate have shown us that... w more
Jamestown Foundation Issues Commentary: Conflict in Iran Creating New Winners and Losers Across Former Soviet Space
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Jamestown Foundation issued the following commentary on March 10, 2026, by Paul Goble, specialist on ethnic and religious questions in Eurasia, in its Eurasia Daily Monitor:
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Conflict in Iran Creating New Winners and Losers Across Former Soviet Space
Executive Summary:
* The military conflict in Iran is having a major impact on the countries of the former Soviet space, creating new winners and losers and thereby transforming the relationships these states hav more
Jamestown Foundation Issues Commentary: Diverse Russian Responses to U.S.-Israeli Airstrikes on Iran Reveal Elite Split
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The Jamestown Foundation issued the following commentary on March 10, 2026, by analyst Kassie Corelli in its Eurasia Daily Monitor:
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Diverse Russian Responses to U.S.-Israeli Airstrikes on Iran Reveal Elite Split
Executive Summary:
* The varied reaction of Russian propaganda to U.S. and Israeli airstrikes against Iran reveals the existence of different elite groups, each with its own interests. Each of these groups' assessments of the airstrikes belies their prio more
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines: Statement Situation Middle East
SCHIPOL, The Netherlands, March 11 -- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines issued the following statement:
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Statement situation Middle East
Update 10 March, 4:25 PM
Due to ongoing unrest in the Middle East, KLM will also not be flying to Dubai up to and including Wednesday, March 11. There are no scheduled flights to Riyadh and Dammam on March 11. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Update 9 March 1:45 PM
The planned KLM repatriation flight from Muscat, Oman, has been cancelled. At this mo more
Merkley Delivers Opening Statement at Sanctuary Cities Hearing
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, ranking member of the Senate Budget Committee, issued the following news release on March 10, 2026:
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Merkley Delivers Opening Statement at Sanctuary Cities Hearing
Today, U.S. Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Ranking Member of the Senate Budget Committee, delivered the following opening statement at a Senate Budget Committee hearing on sanctuary cities. Ranking Member Merkley invited David J. Bier, Director of Immigration Studies and The Selz Foun more
Middle East Crisis Impact on Civilians Reverberates Across Globe - Turk
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 11 -- The United Nations Human Rights Council issued the following news release:
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Middle East crisis impact on civilians reverberates across globe - Turk
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk said today he was alarmed by the deepening impact of the Middle East crisis on civilians, deploring extensive attacks in residential areas, as well as other essential services, including health facilities, educational institutions, cultural property, and water and energy infra more
Ranking Member Shaheen, Leader Schumer, Senator Reed Demand Public Hearings on Trump's War of Choice in Iran
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release on March 10, 2026:
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Ranking Member Shaheen, Leader Schumer, Senator Reed Demand Public Hearings on Trump's War of Choice in Iran
Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Senate Democratic Leader, and Jack Reed (D-RI), Senate Armed Services Committee Ranki more
Sanders: No, Might Does Not Make Right
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, issued the following news release on March 10, 2026:
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Sanders: No, Might Does Not Make Right
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) today released the following statement on Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu's efforts to unravel international law.
The attacks on Iran by the United States and Israel are unraveling international law, the Geneva Conventions and the legitimacy of the United Nations. This is extremely dangerous for the future of more
Statement by Chairperson of African Union Commission on Situation in Persian Gulf
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, March 11 -- The African Union Commission issued the following news release:
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Statement by the Chairperson of the African Union Commission on the Situation in the Persian Gulf
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, is closely following developments in the Persian Gulf region, which are marked by concerning incidents that is escalating tensions and undermining regional stability.
The AUC Chairperson expresses deep concern over re more
Virginia Tech: Hospitality Experts Discuss How the Iran War Will Affect Tourism and Travel
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, March 11 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Hospitality experts discuss how the Iran war will affect tourism and travel
The war in Iran has caused a staggering amount of flight delays and cancellations in the Middle Eastern region. The distressing situation for travelers follows closely on the heels of delays and cancellations in Mexico caused by cartel-related violence.
Virginia Tech hospitality and tourism professors Mahmood Khan and Nancy McGehee empha more
Amid Skyrocketing Prices, Pappas Introduces Legislation to Suspend Gas Tax and Lower Costs at the Pump
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Rep. Chris Pappas, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release:
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Amid Skyrocketing Prices, Pappas Introduces Legislation to Suspend Gas Tax and Lower Costs at the Pump
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The legislation is being led by Senator Mark Kelly in the Senate, and Pappas will introduce the House version later this week
Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) is introducing the Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026, which would suspend the federal gas tax through October 1, 2026 and provide Ame more
Amid the Ongoing Military Operations in Iran, Governor Hochul Visits Fort Drum in Watertown
ALBANY, New York, March 10 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Amid the Ongoing Military Operations in Iran, Governor Hochul Visits Fort Drum in Watertown
Governor Kathy Hochul today visited Fort Drum to show her support for soldiers and the community amid the ongoing military operations overseas. While at Fort Drum, Governor Hochul met with Major General Scott Naumann for a briefing on the current state of the military base and how New York State can co more
Apparatus, System and Method for Electromagnetic Imaging
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10 -- ALLMSENSE INC., Kitchener, Canada has been assigned a patent (No. US 12569198 B2, initially filed May 31, 2022) developed by three inventors Mohammad Chavoshi, Waterloo, Canada; Atefeh Sadat Zarabadi, Waterloo, Canada; and Mohammad Mohammadirad, Tehran, Iran, for "Apparatus, system and method for electromagnetic imaging." more
Barrasso: American Energy is the Source of American Strength, Safety, and Prosperity
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release:
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Barrasso: American Energy is the Source of American Strength, Safety, and Prosperity
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"Wyoming is America's energy breadbasket. We are no longer utterly dependent on the Middle East for energy, as we were in the past. This is because of Republican policies to unleash American energy. America is now the number one producer of oil in the world."
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senate Majority Whip John Barras more
California's High Gas Prices Are About More Than the Conflict in Iran
WASHINGTON, March 10 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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California's High Gas Prices Are About More Than the Conflict in Iran
California Gasoline Prices
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As the conflict in Iran continues to disrupt the global oil market, California's gas prices rose another 10 cents overnight. According to AAA, on March 6, California's average gasoline price was $4.905 per gallon, while the nation's average was $3.320, making it almost 50% highe more
Coalition of Unions, Press Freedom Organizations, Editors and Journalists Win Major Victory As Judge Rules Kari Lake's USAGM Appointment Illegal, Cancels Mass Firings at VOA
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Government Accountability Project posted the following news release:
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Coalition of Unions, Press Freedom Organizations, Editors and Journalists Win Major Victory As Judge Rules Kari Lake's USAGM Appointment Illegal, Cancels Mass Firings at VOA
In a major victory for federal workers, this weekend, D.C. federal judge Royce Lamberth ruled that Kari Lake had illegally served as Acting CEO of the United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM), the agency overseeing more
Cotton Statement on Confirmation of General Rudd
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release:
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Cotton Statement on Confirmation of General Rudd
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Contact: Patrick McCann (202) 224-2353
March 10, 2026
Washington, D.C. -Today, Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas), Chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, released the following statement after the confirmation of General Joshua M. Rudd to lead the National Security Agency and U.S. Cyber Command:
"General Rudd is a war hero with a lifetim more
Donalds Shares Most Up-To-Date State Department Guidance For Floridians Currently Located In The Middle East
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Donalds Shares Most Up-To-Date State Department Guidance For Floridians Currently Located In The Middle East
Under Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the Trump administration is providing real-time security alerts and evacuation information for American citizens currently located in conflict zones.
American citizens looking to evacuate the Middle East are instructed to complete this form to request S more
Europe Needs to Refill Gas Storage Facilities, But Limited Supplies and Higher Prices Make That More Difficult
WASHINGTON, March 10 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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Europe Needs to Refill Gas Storage Facilities, But Limited Supplies and Higher Prices Make That More Difficult
Key Takeaways
1 Europe is facing higher costs to secure natural gas supplies for next winter due to its own depletion and the conflict with Iran.
2 Europe's gas storage levels were below normal when hostilities began. Still, Qatar's inability to move LNG through the more
Film "Sinners" Makes Academy Award History, Led by UC San Diego Alumnus
LA JOLLA, California, March 10 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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Film "Sinners" Makes Academy Award History, Led by UC San Diego Alumnus
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A tattered paperback, dog-earred with notes scribbled throughout the margins, sits on the desk of Hollywood film producer and UC San Diego alumnus Sev Ohanian '08. Years earlier, Ohanian flipped through the same book, "How to Make It in Hollywood," during office hours with faculty in the Visual Arts Departme more
G7 Must Tax Fossil Fuel Windfall Profits As Households Pay For Oil Price Spikes
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 10 [Category: Energy]-- 350.org, an organization that works to end the age of fossil fuels and build a community-led renewable energy, posted the following news release:
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G7 Must Tax Fossil Fuel Windfall Profits As Households Pay For Oil Price Spikes
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350.org today called on G7 countries to enact a windfall tax or tax on the excess profits of oil and gas companies benefiting from price surges following the Iran war. The group made the demand after G7 financ more
Greenpeace reacts to threat of Iran war on global food price shock
LONDON, England, March 10 [Category: Environment] -- Greenpeace International, a coordinating organization of Greenpeace, issued the following news release:
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Greenpeace reacts to threat of Iran war on global food price shock
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Amsterdam, Netherlands - Reacting to the news that disruption to global fertiliser supply chains caused by Iran's effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz may lead to a global food price shock, Amanda Larsson, Global Big Ag Project Lead, Greenpeace Aotearoa said: more
Greenpeace reacts to threat of Iran war on global food price shock
WASHINGTON, March 10 [Category: Environment] -- Greenpeace USA, an organization that says it uses protest and confrontation to expose environmental problems and promote solutions, posted the following news release:
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Greenpeace reacts to threat of Iran war on global food price shock
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Amsterdam, Netherlands - Reacting to the news that disruption to global fertilizer supply chains caused by Iran's effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz may lead to a global food price shock, Amanda Lars more
Hegseth Says U.S. Attacks Intensify Under Epic Fury, While Iranian Responses Slow
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Hegseth Says U.S. Attacks Intensify Under Epic Fury, While Iranian Responses Slow
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The U.S. launched strikes on Iran last week to stop the terrorist-run state from its continued and ill-advised pursuit of nuclear weapons it hopes to use to threaten the American homeland.
Nearly 11 days into Operation Epic Fury, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says the U.S attacks continue to be strong while Iranian responses more
Inside Northeastern's efforts to keep students safe in the Middle East
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 10 -- Northeastern University issued the following news:
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Inside Northeastern's efforts to keep students safe in the Middle East
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Tracking flights and missiles, Northeastern's global security team moved quickly
In the days and weeks leading up to the joint U.S.-Israeli strikes in Iran, Northeastern University's global security team had more than inkling that something big was coming.
by Tanner Stening
by Cody Mello-Klein March 10, 2026
It began with more
Kansas City Area Republicans Urge DHS to Release World Cup Security Funding from the Working Families Tax Cut Law
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Rep. Mark Alford, R-Missouri, issued the following news release:
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Kansas City Area Republicans Urge DHS to Release World Cup Security Funding from the Working Families Tax Cut Law
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Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) led a letter with Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem. The Congressmen are urging Secretary Noem to release World Cup security funding through the Federal Emergency Management Administr more
Krishnamoorthi Urges Trump to Tap Oil Reserve as His War in Iran Sends Gas Prices Soaring
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Krishnamoorthi Urges Trump to Tap Oil Reserve as His War in Iran Sends Gas Prices Soaring
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WASHINGTON -Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) sent a letter to President Donald Trump urging the administration to immediately release oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) to help stabilize energy markets and bring down gas prices as the conflict with Iran disrupts global oil supplies more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON CNN: "THE PRESIDENT HAS FAILED TO ARTICULATE A COMPELLING REASON FOR WHY THE U.S. PREEMPTIVELY STRUCK IRAN"
WASHINGTON, March 10 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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LEADER JEFFRIES ON CNN: "THE PRESIDENT HAS FAILED TO ARTICULATE A COMPELLING REASON FOR WHY THE U.S. PREEMPTIVELY STRUCK IRAN"
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Last night, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNN's The Story Is with Elex Michaelson, where he emphasized that the taxpayer dollars of the American people should be used to make life better and more affordable for the Ameri more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON CNN: "THE PRESIDENT HAS FAILED TO ARTICULATE A COMPELLING REASON FOR WHY THE U.S. PREEMPTIVELY STRUCK IRAN"
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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LEADER JEFFRIES ON CNN: "THE PRESIDENT HAS FAILED TO ARTICULATE A COMPELLING REASON FOR WHY THE U.S. PREEMPTIVELY STRUCK IRAN"
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Last night, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNN's The Story Is with Elex Michaelson, where he emphasized that the taxpayer dollars of the American people should be used to make life better and more affordable for the American people, not to fund Do more
Lujan Votes Against President Trump's Illegal War Against Iran
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan Votes Against President Trump's Illegal War Against Iran
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) issued the following statement after voting for a bipartisan War Powers Resolution that blocks the use of the U.S. Armed Forces from engaging in hostilities against Iran unless authorized by Congress:
"With no accountability and in defiance of the American people, President more
NEWS: Sen. Schiff Introduces Legislation to Explicitly Ban Death and War Prediction Contracts
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release:
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NEWS: Sen. Schiff Introduces Legislation to Explicitly Ban Death and War Prediction Contracts
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Washington, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, is introducing the DEATH BETS Act, legislation to explicitly prohibit any Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) registered entity from listing any contract that involves, relates to, or refe more
Oil and Gasoline Prices Volatile Amid the Conflict with Iran
WASHINGTON, March 10 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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Oil and Gasoline Prices Volatile Amid the Conflict with Iran
Key Takeaways
1 Oil prices climbed above $100 a barrel on March 9 and reached levels not seen in four years as the conflict in Iran forced exporting nations in the Persian Gulf to cut production.
2 The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to Iranian threats has led storage facilities to reach capacity, for more
PASSED: As Russia Helps Iran Target U.S. Military, Cortez Masto's Bipartisan Bill to Prevent American Tax Dollars from Subsidizing Putin's War Machine Passes Senate
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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PASSED: As Russia Helps Iran Target U.S. Military, Cortez Masto's Bipartisan Bill to Prevent American Tax Dollars from Subsidizing Putin's War Machine Passes Senate
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FTP for TV stations of her remarks is available here.
Washington, D.C. - Following reports that Russia is providing Iran with intelligence to target American military forces, Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) passed h more
Rep. Levin & Sen. Schiff Introduce New Bicameral Legislation to Explicitly Ban Death & War Prediction Contracts
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Rep. Mike Levin, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Levin & Sen. Schiff Introduce New Bicameral Legislation to Explicitly Ban Death & War Prediction Contracts
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Washington, D.C.-Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) and U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) are introducing the DEATH BETS Act, new bicameral legislation to explicitly prohibit any Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) registered entity from listing any contract that more
Scalise: President Trump and House Republicans Delivering Real Relief for Working Families
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Scalise: President Trump and House Republicans Delivering Real Relief for Working Families
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DORAL, Fla. -Today, at the Republican Members Issues Conference, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), and Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) to discuss President Trump and House Republicans' work to lower costs more
Scalise: President Trump and House Republicans Delivering Real Relief for Working Families
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Scalise: President Trump and House Republicans Delivering Real Relief for Working Families
Today, at the Republican Members Issues Conference, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), and Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) to discuss President Trump and House Republicans' work to lower cost more
Schumer, Reed & Shaheen Lead Calls for Public Hearings on Trump's War of Choice in Iran
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Schumer, Reed & Shaheen Lead Calls for Public Hearings on Trump's War of Choice in Iran
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WASHINGTON, DC - Last week, President Trump - who campaigned as the "peace President" - led the United States into war with Iran with no clear objectives and no authorization from Congress. In the ensuing days, President Trump and his administration have obfuscated facts, shifted explanations, and denied Con more
Secretary of State Rubio Issues Statement on Designation of Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood as Terrorists
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following statement on March 9, 2026, by Secretary Marco Rubio on the designation of the Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood as a specially designated global terrorist:
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Today, the Department of State is designating the Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist and intends to designate the group as a Foreign Terrorist Organization, effective March 16, 2026.
The Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood uses unrestrained more
Secretary of State Rubio, FBI Deputy Director Raia Issue Remarks at U.S. Hostage & Wrongful Detainee Flag Raising Ceremony
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following remarks on March 9, 2026, by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia at a U.S. hostage and wrongful detainee flag raising ceremony:
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MR BOEHLER: Thanks, everybody, for being here. It's been a year since we were last gathered here, and I think we've made some progress. The President of the United States has made it very clear holding Americans is a liability. We're working to change the f more
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine Hold a Press Briefing
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following transcript:
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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine Hold a Press Briefing
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SECRETARY OF WAR PETE HEGSETH: Well, to our fellow Americans, brave warriors and steadfast allies, good morning. You know, as someone who led troops, led soldiers in the streets of Baghdad and Samarra, Iraq and who trained counterinsurgents in Kabul, Afghanistan and who still carries the weight more
State Dept. Fact Sheet: Designation of the Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following fact sheet on March 9, 2026:
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Designation of the Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood
Today, the Department of State announces the designation of the Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist and the intent to designate the group as a Foreign Terrorist Organization.
* The Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood (SMB), composed of the Sudanese Islamic Movement and its armed wing - the al-Baraa Bin Malik Briga more
The U.S. Partners with Iran's Kurdish Minority
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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The U.S. Partners with Iran's Kurdish Minority
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WASHINGTON (March 10, 2026) -The U.S. has been reaching out to leaders of Iran's Kurdish population in an attempt to fight the Iranian government. However, Syria's Kurds warned Iran's Kurds about partnering with the U.S. after aligning with the U.S. more than a decade ago. Syrian Kurdish groups felt abandoned when the U.S. withdrew support. In 2026, this spli more
TRUMP BEFORE HOUSE REPUBLICAN RETREAT: "I Knew Oil Prices Would Go Up If I Did This."
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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TRUMP BEFORE HOUSE REPUBLICAN RETREAT: "I Knew Oil Prices Would Go Up If I Did This."
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Prior to addressing House Republicans' retreat in Doral, Florida, Trump admitted he knew oil and gas prices would rise if he attacked Iran. He also ominously predicted further rises in the future.
House Republicans ran on lowering costs, and bragged extensively about low gas prices as recentl more
WATCH: Padilla Dismantles Republicans' Baseless Attacks on Sanctuary Cities
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release:
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WATCH: Padilla Dismantles Republicans' Baseless Attacks on Sanctuary Cities
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Immigration Subcommittee, slammed Republicans' lies about sanctuary city policies during a Senate Budget Committee hearing. As Republicans try to falsely cast sanctuary cities as lawless, Padilla set the record straigh more
INTERNATIONAL SHIP REPAIR & MARINE SERVICES Wins $1,262,093 Federal Contract
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- INTERNATIONAL SHIP REPAIR & MARINE SERVICES, Tampa, Florida, won a federal contract award for $1,262,093 from the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Coast Guard, Norfolk, Virginia, for cgc vise drydock repairs.
Contract Award Number: 70Z08526CIBCT0012; ueiSAM: J1CBJ9LNP4L5; NAICS Code: 336611; Product Service Code (PSC): J998; Solicitation Number: 70Z08526CIBCT0012; SBA - Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) more
As Gas Prices Continue To Rise, Durbin Criticizes President Trump's War Of Choice On Iran
WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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As Gas Prices Continue To Rise, Durbin Criticizes President Trump's War Of Choice On Iran
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March 09, 2026
Durbin: "President Trump found billions of dollars to wage his war against Iran, but cannot spare a penny to help Americans afford their groceries, mortgage, or health insurance."
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) spoke on the Senate floor today criticizing P more
Donalds Shares Most Up-To-Date State Department Guidance For Floridians Currently Located In The Middle East
WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Donalds Shares Most Up-To-Date State Department Guidance For Floridians Currently Located In The Middle East
Under Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the Trump administration is providing real-time security alerts and evacuation information for American citizens currently located in conflict zones.
American citizens looking to evacuate the Middle East are instructed to complete this form to request St more
Heinrich Leads N.M. & Texas Colleagues to Urge Trump Administration to Reverse Rate Cuts for Veterans' Essential Homecare Services
WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich Leads N.M. & Texas Colleagues to Urge Trump Administration to Reverse Rate Cuts for Veterans' Essential Homecare Services
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich led U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), and U.S. Representatives Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-N.M.), Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.), Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.), and Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) to urge U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs more
Kelly, Blumenthal, Pappas Introduce Bill to Immediately Lower Gas Prices at the Pump
WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Kelly, Blumenthal, Pappas Introduce Bill to Immediately Lower Gas Prices at the Pump
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In light of skyrocketing gas prices due to war in Iran, bill would temporarily suspend the 18.4 cents-per-gallon federal gas tax and provide families economic relief from high gas prices
Read: "US Senator Kelly proposes suspending federal gas tax through October 1"
Today, U.S. Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Rich more
LaNeve: Budget Certainty Crucial to Maintaining Readiness
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 9 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army posted the following news:
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LaNeve: Budget Certainty Crucial to Maintaining Readiness
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With more than 108,000 soldiers deployed or stationed across 160 countries, the U.S. Army is focused on building and maintaining readiness, Army Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Christopher LaNeve said.
"Every decision I make as vice chief begins and ends with one question-does this make our soldiers more lethal a more
Reed Calls on Trump to Shield Americans from Higher Energy Prices Caused by Iran War
WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Reed Calls on Trump to Shield Americans from Higher Energy Prices Caused by Iran War
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WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) is calling on the Trump Administration to take immediate and comprehensive action to effectively mitigate rising energy prices due to the spike in oil and gas prices caused by President Trump's order to initiate military conflict with Iran. This includes considering more
Senator Marshall: Thank Goodness for Drill Baby Drill
WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Senator Marshall: Thank Goodness for Drill Baby Drill
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Senator Marshall Joins Newsmax
Washington - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined Ed Henry on Newsmax's The Big Take to discuss the price of oil, President Trump's work to restore America's energy dominance, and the objectives of the conflict in Iran.
Click HERE or on the image above for Senator Marshall's full interview.
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WATCH: "Let Them Make the Case to the American People" Sen. Schiff and Colleagues Demand Senate Hold Administration Accountable for Trump's Illegal Iran War on CNN
WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release:
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WATCH: "Let Them Make the Case to the American People" Sen. Schiff and Colleagues Demand Senate Hold Administration Accountable for Trump's Illegal Iran War on CNN
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Washington, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) joined Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), and Tim Kaine (D-Va.) on CNN's The Source with Kaitlan Collins to demand public accountability for Trump's ille more
Wyden Calls on Colleagues to Oppose Gen. Rudd to Lead NSA
WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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Wyden Calls on Colleagues to Oppose Gen. Rudd to Lead NSA
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Rudd lacks "familiarity with basic constitutional rights" on surveillance of Americans
Watch a video of Wyden deliver his remarks here
As prepared for delivery
I rise to speak in opposition to the nomination of Joshua Rudd to be Director of the National Security Agency.
During his confirmation hearing, General Rudd demonstrated a lack o more
America First Policy Institute Issues Commentary to Washington Reporter: President Donald Trump's Operation Epic Fury is Firmly Within the American Interest
WASHINGTON, March 7 -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following excerpts of a commentary by American Security policy analysts Benjamin Woolsey and Ethan Tan to the Washington Reporter:
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President Donald Trump's Operation Epic Fury is firmly within the American Interest
Early in the morning on February 28, 2026, the United States initiated a historic operation dubbed Operation Epic Fury, a once-in-a-decade chance to end the half-century war waged by the Iranian regime agai more
Freeman Spogli Institute Scholars Analyze How U.S.-Iran War Tests Arab States
WASHINGTON, March 7 -- Escalating conflict between the U.S. and Iran is forcing Arab governments to navigate a delicate security environment that threatens regional economic stability and domestic reform. Scholars from the program on Arab Reform and Development at the Stanford University Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies say the war is testing the limits of alliances while reshaping the political landscape of the Middle East.
Sean Yom, associate professor of political science a more