Adobe Announces General Availability of CX Enterprise Coworker to Redefine Marketing and Customer Experience Orchestration With Agentic AI
SAN JOSE, California, June 11 -- Adobe Inc., a computer software company, issued the following news on June 10, 2026:
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Adobe Announces General Availability of CX Enterprise Coworker to Redefine Marketing and Customer Experience Orchestration with Agentic AI
Adobe (Nasdaq: ADBE) -- the global technology leader that unleashes creativity, productivity and customer experiences through innovative tools and platforms -- today announced the general availability of Adobe CX Enterprise Coworker, more
American Fintech Council Calls for Risk-Based AML Modernization With Emphasis on Innovation and Supervisory Consistency
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Fintech Council, representing over 150 financial technology companies and innovative banks, has expressed support for the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network's (FinCEN) proposed rulemaking on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Programs (AML/CFT). Through a public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, AFC emphasized the need for regulatory frameworks that foster responsible innovation, operational feasibi more
American Gaming Association Urges FinCEN to Clarify and Adapt Anti-Money Laundering Rules for Casinos
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Gaming Association submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding proposed changes to anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) program requirements. The letter evaluates the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) published by FinCEN in April 2026 aimed at modernizing the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) compliance framework for financial institutions, including casinos.
The AGA represents more
American Institute of Architects Calls for Stronger FEMA to Enhance Disaster Resilience
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Institute of Architects has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regarding the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council's final report. The AIA urged urgent federal action to strengthen FEMA's capacity and improve the nation's disaster response and recovery systems in light of increasing extreme weather events.
The AIA highlighted the critical role architects play in disaster preparedness through hazar more
Andreessen Horowitz Provides Recommendations on Treasury's Proposed Stablecoin Regulations
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Andreessen Horowitz, a venture capital firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California, has submitted public comments to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), both part of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, regarding the agencies' proposed rulemaking on anti-money laundering (AML), counter-financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance program requirements for permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs). more
Andreessen Horowitz Supports Risk-Based AML/CFT Reforms With Calls for Tailored Guidance and Protections for Investment Advisers
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Andreessen Horowitz, a leading venture capital firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California, has provided its perspective on the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network's proposal to modernize anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) program requirements. The comments were submitted in response to the public comment letter issued by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding new AML/CFT regula more
Army commissions second cohort of tech executives into Executive Innovation Corps
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release:
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Army commissions second cohort of tech executives into Executive Innovation Corps
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JOINT BASE MYER-HENDERSON HALL, Va. -The U.S. Army commissioned its second cohort of senior technology leaders into the Executive Innovation Corps, known as Detachment 201, during a ceremony June 10 at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall.
Detachment 201 is a specialized Army Reserve unit designed to bridge the gap between private-sector more
Bank Policy Institute and The Clearing House Urge Clearer AML Rule Language and Innovation Protections
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Bank Policy Institute along with The Clearing House Association headquartered in New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network regarding the joint notice of proposed rulemaking from FinCEN and other federal agencies aimed at reforming anti-money laundering (AML) and countering the financing of terrorism (CFT) programs under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). The letter applauds the agencies' efforts to recalibrate AML/CFT programs tow more
BINGHAMTON, New York, June 11 (TNSjou) -- Binghamton University issued the following news:
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Can't pay attention? Binghamton sociologist explores the structural forces behind brain rot
By prioritizing engagement, digital platforms are making it more difficult to focus, read and even engage in democracy
By Jennifer Micale
Hera Hyeonseo Lee lost the ability to read books -- an unthinkable affliction for a graduate student in sociology.
Habituated to the constant video scroll of social m more
Carlsmed Supports CMS Proposals to Enhance Coding and Payment for Personalized Spinal Fusion Technology
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Carlsmed, headquartered in Carlsbad, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, regarding the Medicare Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) proposed rule for Fiscal Year 2027. The company expressed strong support for CMS's proposals to establish new Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Groups (MS-DRGs) for extensive spinal fusion procedur more
Center for Sportfishing Policy Urges NOAA to Withdraw 2008 Vessel Speed Rule Citing Legal and Technological Concerns
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Center for Sportfishing Policy submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) concerning the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) to amend the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule. The letter argues that the 2008 Vessel Speed Rule exceeds NOAA's statutory authority under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and calls for the adoption of a modern, more
Coinbase Advocates for Inclusive and Risk-Based Anti-Money Laundering Reform at U.S. Department of the Treasury
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Coinbase Global, Inc., headquartered in San Francisco, California, provided comprehensive feedback to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking aimed at modernizing the anti-money laundering (AML) and countering the financing of terrorism (CFT) programs. The public comment letter highlights Coinbase's support for the Treasury's efforts to adopt a risk-based, outcomes-focused regulatory fra more
Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation Urges Technology Focus for North Atlantic Right Whale Conservation
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) regarding the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) about potential reforms to the 2008 North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule. The letter emphasized the importance of adopting innovative, technology-driven solutions to effectively protect the endangered right whale pop more
CrowdStrike Joins OpenID Foundation and IDPro to Accelerate Industry-Wide Shift to Continuous, Risk-Aware Identity Security
AUSTIN, Texas, June 11 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on June 10, 2026:
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CrowdStrike Joins OpenID Foundation and IDPro to Accelerate Industry-Wide Shift to Continuous, Risk-Aware Identity Security
As AI agents expose the limitations of static access controls, CrowdStrike advances open standards sharing real-time security signals for risk-aware enforcement a more
Crypto Council for Innovation Urges FinCEN to Modernize AML Rules for Digital Assets
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Crypto Council for Innovation, a global digital asset industry alliance, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding its proposed rulemaking focused on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering Financing of Terrorism (CFT) programs. The Council expressed strong support for FinCEN's efforts to modernize the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) while urging several clarifications and expansions to more
Digital Chamber Urges Clarity and Innovation in FinCEN's Anti-Money Laundering Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Digital Chamber addressed the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury in a public comment letter detailing recommendations on the agency's proposed modernization of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). Representing over 250 companies in the digital asset and blockchain ecosystem, the association emphasized its strong support for FinCEN's goal to improve anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) program more
Digital Chamber Urges Clear Role-Based Regulations for Stablecoin Compliance Programs
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Digital Chamber, a trade association representing over 250 companies in blockchain and digital asset sectors, submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking on Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) and sanctions compliance programs for permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs).
The letter, prepared with contributi more
Electronic Transactions Association Backs FinCEN Modernization of Anti-Money Laundering Programs
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Electronic Transactions Association has expressed strong support for the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network's (FinCEN) proposed rulemaking on the modernization of Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) programs. ETA submitted a public comment letter addressing the Department of the Treasury's efforts to reshape regulatory requirements under docket number FINCEN-2026-0034, RIN 1506-AB72, emphasizing the importance of risk-based compl more
FasterCures Urges FDA to Prioritize Equity and Community Inclusion in AI-Enabled Clinical Trials Pilot
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- FasterCures, a biomedical innovation initiative of the Milken Institute submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the agency's AI-Enabled Optimization of Early-Phase Clinical Trials Pilot Program. The letter addresses the FDA's request for information (RFI) on the design and implementation of a pilot aimed at using artificial intelligence to accelerate clinical trials and regulatory decision-making. FasterCures draws on year more
Financial Services Institute Supports FinCEN's Enhanced AML/CFT Rule Proposal
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Financial Services Institute submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) expressing support for the agency's proposal to modernize anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) programs pursuant to the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020. The institute represents 130,000 independent financial advisors across all 50 states and advocates for independent financial services firms.
The Financial Services more
Financial Technology Association Proposes Enhancements to AML Program Rule for Financial Institutions
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Financial Technology Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), and the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) concerning the proposed rule to reform anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) program requirements for financial institution more
Financial Technology Association Urges Enhanced Clarity in AML Program Rule Proposal
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Financial Technology Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), and National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) regarding their proposed rule to reform anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) program requirements under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). Representing banks, money services b more
Four Accomplished Alumni Join SBU's Board of Trustees
ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, June 11 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release:
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Four accomplished alumni join SBU's Board of Trustees
St. Bonaventure University has added four distinguished alumni to its Board of Trustees following approval at the board's May 15 meeting on campus.
The new trustees bring deep experience in healthcare, finance and energy, investment banking, technology, governance, military and logistics operations, and alumni service at a time when S more
Gartner Marketing Survey Finds 84% of Companies Are Stuck in a "Brand Doom Loop"
STAMFORD, Connecticut, June 11 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Marketing Survey Finds 84% of Companies Are Stuck in a "Brand Doom Loop"
Analysts Explore How Brand Measurement Can Help CMOs Prove Brand's Impact on Enterprise Growth during Gartner Marketing Symposium/Xpo in Denver
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Eighty-four percent of companies are stuck in a "brand doom loop" that prevents marketing leaders from proving brand's more
Global Blockchain Business Council Urges FinCEN to Modernize AML/CFT Programs With Risk-Based Approach
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Global Blockchain Business Council has expressed its position on the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) proposed rule to update anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) program requirements under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). Representing stakeholders in blockchain, digital assets, and emerging technologies, GBBC emphasized the necessity of modernizing AML/CFT frameworks as critical infrastruct more
Global Pharmaceutical Industry Faces a High-Stakes Reset as AI, Biologics, and Supply Resilience Redefine Growth Through 2031
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, June 11 (TNSrep) -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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Global Pharmaceutical Industry Faces a High-Stakes Reset as AI, Biologics, and Supply Resilience Redefine Growth Through 2031
New Frost & Sullivan analysis reveals that future winners will be those that can execute faster, industrialise innovation, and navigate mounting pricing and geopoliti more
GlobalFoundries and Qualinx Demonstrate First European Sovereign Manufacturing Flow for Security Critical Semiconductors
SANTA CLARA, California, June 11 -- GlobalFoundries, a manufacturer of semiconductors, issued the following news release on June 10, 2026:
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GlobalFoundries and Qualinx demonstrate first European sovereign manufacturing flow for security critical semiconductors
First end-to-end European chip manufacturing flow proven for aerospace, defense and critical infrastructure
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DRESDEN, Germany and DELFT, Netherlands - GlobalFoundries (GF) and Qualinx today announced the successful completion of more
Governments Should Strengthen Public Employment Services, Say IDB, OECD, and WAPES
WASHINGTON, June 11 (TNSrpt) -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:
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Governments Should Strengthen Public Employment Services, say IDB, OECD, and WAPES
Governments play a key role in strengthening labor markets' resilience through employment services, but expanding their capacity to address persistent gaps will be critical in an era of increasingly frequent shocks.
Only 38% of countries provide a full portfolio of Public Employment Services (PES), incl more
Highlander Health Calls for Regulatory Reforms to Support Digital Health Technologies in Drug Development
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Highlander Health, a healthcare innovation organization based in Boston, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) addressing the agency's efforts to advance the use of digital health technologies (DHTs) in clinical investigations of drugs and biological products. The letter provides an extensive analysis of existing regulatory challenges and concrete recommendations aimed at improving the evaluation, validation, and in more
IDC Strengthens Its C-Suite as It Enters a New Phase of Accelerated Growth
NEEDHAM, Massachusetts, June 11 -- International Data Corp., a provider of market intelligence and advisory services, issued the following news release on June 10, 2026:
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IDC Strengthens Its C-Suite as It Enters a New Phase of Accelerated Growth
Nick Mercurio joins as Chief Revenue Officer, Joe Bradley becomes Chief Technology Officer, and Dave McKenna takes the Chief Information and Security Officer role
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BOSTON -- Building on the announcement of its AI-native intelligence platform, more
Investment Adviser Association Supports Risk-Based Approach to AML Revisions at Financial Crimes Enforcement Network
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Investment Adviser Association provided a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), expressing support and offering detailed recommendations on FinCEN's proposal to modernize the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and implement provisions of the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 (AML Act). The IAA emphasized its alignment with FinCEN's objectives of detecting and preventing money laundering and terrorist financing throughout the financial system w more
Justice Department, FBI Disable 13 Websites Backed by Suspected Chinese Agents That Sought Sensitive U.S. Information From Security Clearance Holders
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release:
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Justice Department, FBI Disable 13 Websites Backed by Suspected Chinese Agents That Sought Sensitive U.S. Information from Security Clearance Holders
Thirteen internet domains used to target U.S. persons, including current and former security clearance holders with access to classified and sensitive U.S. government information, were seized today by federal authorities.
"These domain seizures offer more
Juul Labs Urges FDA to Reform Flavored ENDS Regulation to Combat Illicit Market and Protect Public Health
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Juul Labs, Inc., headquartered in San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's draft guidance on flavored electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) premarket applications and considerations related to youth risk. The letter addresses the challenges facing the U.S. ENDS marketplace, urging the FDA to adopt a more comprehensive and efficient regulatory framework to combat the illicit market more
Kan. Health & Environment Dept. Announces RHTP Emerging Technology Grant Opportunity
TOPEKA, Kansas, June 11 -- The Kansas Department of Health and Environment issued the following news release:
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KDHE Announces RHTP Emerging Technology Grant Opportunity
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) announces a request for applications (RFA) for an Emerging Technology grant opportunity under the Kansas Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). The application period for the $9.5 million Emerging Technology grant will open Wednesday, June 10, 2026, to eligible K more
Medable Proposes Guidance and Workshops to Enhance FDA Regulation of Digital Health Technologies in Clinical Trials
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Medable, Inc., headquartered in Palo Alto, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in response to the agency's request for information on advancing the use of digital health technologies (DHTs) in clinical investigations for drugs and biological products. The letter identifies key regulatory challenges and opportunities for the FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) and Center for Biologics Evaluation a more
New AI Data Center Framework for Design, Development, and Operations Published by Leading Standards Experts
ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 11 [Category: Industrial Materials] -- The National Electrical Manufacturers Association issued the following news release:
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New AI Data Center Framework for Design, Development, and Operations Published by Leading Standards Experts
NEMA, ASHRAE and PNNL Join Forces To Establish an Authoritative Framework To Equip Data Center Project Developers and Facility Managers With Resources Needed To Advance Safe, Reliable, and Resilient Data Centers
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The National Ele more
New Jersey Department of Education Awards $7.5 Million to Expand High-Impact Tutoring in 55 School Districts and Charter Schools
TRENTON, New Jersey, June 11 -- The New Jersey Department of Education issued the following news release:
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New Jersey Department of Education Awards $7.5 Million to Expand HighImpact Tutoring in 55 School Districts and Charter Schools
The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) has announced nearly $7.5 million in grant funding to 55 school districts and charter schools across the state through the third round of funding in the New Jersey Learning Acceleration Program: High-Impact Tut more
NRC Health HUB26 Pre-Conference Workshops: Patient Experience, Training, and Rounding
LINCOLN, Nebraska, June 11 -- NRC Health, a provider of customer intelligence in healthcare, issued the following news:
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NRC Health HUB26 Pre-Conference Workshops: Patient Experience, Training, and Rounding
Healthcare teams are carrying a lot right now and that pressure shows up in ways people don't always name out loud.
A nurse runs behind. A leader cuts a conversation short. A patient hesitates before asking a question. None of these moments stand alone, yet they add up.
Patients s more
Oscilar Urges Strengthened AML/CFT Program Standards and Responsible AI Use in FinCEN Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Oscilar, the Palo Alto, California-based Agentic Risk Platform provider for financial institutions and fintech companies, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) programs under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).
Oscilar expressed support for key objectives of the proposed rule, inc more
Pa. State Sen. Pennycuick Legislation to Ban Nudification Apps Passes Committee
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, June 11 -- The Pennsylvania Senate Republicans issued the following news release on June 10, 2026:
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Senator Pennycuick Legislation to Ban Nudification Apps Passes Committee
Today, the Senate Communications and Technology Committee passed Senate Bill 1368, legislation introduced by committee Chair State Senator Tracy Pennycuick (R-24). The measure would ban nudification applications from being developed, operated, or made available in Pennsylvania, including thro more
Pullias Center for Higher Education: Prioritizing Professional Development With the USC Leadership in Enrollment Certificate Program
LOS ANGELES, California, June 11 -- University of Southern California Pullias Center for Higher Education issued the following news:
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Prioritizing Professional Development with the USC Leadership in Enrollment Certificate Program
By Emily Chung
Organizational research in higher education indicates that institutions that prioritize professional development experience lower staff burnout, stronger talent retention, and more sustainable enrollment strategies, particularly during periods o more
Republicans Unveil $1 Trillion+ Defense Funding Bill, Largest in History, Amid Steep Domestic Program Cuts
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Connecticut, ranking member of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release on June 10, 2026:
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Republicans Unveil $1 Trillion+ Defense Funding Bill, Largest in History, Amid Steep Domestic Program Cuts
The $1,072,210,299,000 Pentagon budget is the most expensive in U.S. history, a $234 billion increase
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House Appropriations Committee Republicans today released their 2027 Defense funding bill, which will be conside more
SEMI Urges Treasury and IRS to Expand Semiconductor Investment Credit Eligibility
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- SEMI, based in Milpitas, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service urging a revision of the Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit (AMIC) regulations under Section 48D of the Internal Revenue Code. The letter responds to Notice 2026-23, inviting recommendations on the 2026-2027 Priority Guidance Plan, and calls for expanding AMIC eligibility to include semiconductor materials manufacturers and re more
Sen. Husted Introduces Bill to Protect Kids From Sexually Explicit AI Chatbots
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, issued the following news release on June 10, 2026:
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Husted introduces bill to protect kids from sexually explicit AI chatbots
Sens. Jon Husted (R-Ohio), Chris Coons (D-Del.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) introduced the Stopping Illegal Minor Simulations (SIMS) Act. This bill would establish criminal and civil penalties for any person who owns or operates a chatbot designed to simulate a child and engage in sexually expli more
Splunk Issues Commentary: Defending in the Post-Mythos Era - What Frontier AI Changes for the Security Operations Center
SAN JOSE, California, June 11 -- Splunk, a Cisco company, issued the following commentary on June 10, 2026, by David Dalling, global vice president of global cyber strategy:
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Defending in the post-Mythos Era: What Frontier AI Changes for the Security Operations Center
Key takeaways
1. AI is exposing weaknesses in traditional security operations, making fast validation, prioritization, and action more important than simply finding potential threats.
2. Human expertise remains essential more
Splunk Issues Commentary: What Is Detection Engineering? A Complete Guide to Modern Threat Detection
SAN JOSE, California, June 11 -- Splunk, a Cisco company, issued the following commentary on June 10, 2026, by freelance content writer Blessing Onyegbula:
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What Is Detection Engineering? A Complete Guide to Modern Threat Detection
Key Takeaways
* Detection engineering is the systematic process of designing, building, and tuning the logic used to identify threats by mapping attacker behaviors to specific detection rules.
* The detection engineering lifecycle is a continuous feedback lo more
Stripe Advocates for Outcomes-Based AML Reform in Comments to Financial Crimes Enforcement Network
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Stripe, headquartered in San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding the agency's proposed rule to modernize Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) programs. The company expressed strong support for the shift to a risk-based, outcomes-focused approach to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) compliance, emphasizing the need to prioritize operational effectiveness over te more
Stripe Urges Codification of Stablecoin Compliance Exemptions in Treasury Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Stripe, a major provider of internet payment infrastructure headquartered in San Francisco, California, has submitted public comment letters to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The communications address the joint proposed rule concerning anti-money laundering (AML), countering the financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance program requirements for permitted more
The Digital Chamber Proposes Enhancements to Anti-Money Laundering Rulemaking for Digital Asset Industry
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Digital Chamber submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), addressing the joint notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) issued by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), and the NCUA. The NPRM aims to modernize the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) regulations concerning anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) programs. TDC, representing a broad more
TRM Labs Highlights AI and Blockchain Advantages in Stablecoin Compliance to FinCEN and OFAC
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- TRM Labs, headquartered in San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). The letter addresses the proposed rule implementing anti-money laundering (AML), combating the financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance program requirements for Permitted Payment Stablecoin Issuers (PP more
U-M's Wallace House Center for Journalists Announces 2026 Livingston Awards
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 11 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:
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U-M's Wallace House Center for Journalists announces 2026 Livingston Awards
An investigation of abuse in New Hampshire's disability care system, the impact of DOGE's sweeping changes and first-person accounts from men detained by ICE and deported to a prison in El Salvador are among the stories produced by the new Livingston Awards winners for 2026.
The Livingston Awards, based at the University of Mi more
University of Southern California Information Sciences Institute: Unlocking the Inner Ear - Transforming How Scientists Study Hearing and Balance
MARINA DEL REY, California, June 11 -- The University of Southern California Information Sciences Institute, a component of the Viterbi School of Engineering, issued the following news:
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Unlocking the Inner Ear: Transforming How Scientists Study Hearing and Balance
A collaboration between USC/ISI, Ostrow School of Dentistry, and the National Institutes of Health is creating the first national database for hearing and balance research.
By Julia Cohen
Hearing loss and balance disorders a more
AI in nursing raises questions about safety, ethics, and human care
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, June 10 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news:
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AI in nursing raises questions about safety, ethics, and human care
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As artificial intelligence systems spread through hospitals and clinics, a growing debate is emerging over whether the technology will ultimately strengthen nursing care-or gradually replace parts of it.
That tension is at the center of a new University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing report, " Artificial Intelligence more
AI Infrastructure Buildouts and Memory Cost Inflation Drove Data Center Capex Higher in 1Q 2026, According to Dell'Oro Group
REDWOOD CITY, California, June 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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AI Infrastructure Buildouts and Memory Cost Inflation Drove Data Center Capex Higher in 1Q 2026, According to Dell'Oro Group
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REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - June 10, 2026 - According to a recently published report by Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the t more
Akamai Earns the Solutions Partner with Certified Software Designation for Security
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, June 10 [Category BizComputer Technology] -- Akamai Technologies, a provider of content delivery network services, posted the following news release:
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Akamai Earns the Solutions Partner with Certified Software Designation for Security
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Akamai (NASDAQ: AKAM), a Microsoft partner, today announced it has earned the Solutions Partner* with certified software** designation for API Security within the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program. This designation recognizes s more
Alumni college leaders explore the future of higher ed
ITHACA, New York, June 10 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Alumni college leaders explore the future of higher ed
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The topic of the annual Olin Lecture at Reunion 2026 was " The Future of the American University," but the three panelists - all Cornell alumni who are leaders in higher education - kept returning to essential themes explored in a recent religious treatise: the encyclical issued by Pope Leo XIV.
The encyclical, "Magnifica Humanitas," is subtitled "On Saf more
AMA policies to ensure AI supports--not replaces--physician judgment
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 10 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association posted the following news release:
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AMA policies to ensure AI supports--not replaces--physician judgment
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CHICAGO -Physicians and medical students at the Annual Meeting of the American Medical Association (AMA) House of Delegates adopted new policies to ensure AI strengthens patient care, supports evidence-based medicine, and remains under the oversight of physicians rather than replacing physician judgm more
Amazon partnership establishes Cornell AI security initiative
ITHACA, New York, June 10 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Amazon partnership establishes Cornell AI security initiative
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Artificial intelligence agents - also known as agentic AI - can now build and launch software based on a few prompts. But AI agents can produce incorrect, misleading, and even malicious code that hackers can exploit.
Thanks to a gift from Amazon, a pair of computer scientists from the Cornell Ann S. Bowers College of Computing and Information Scie more
Ansari Delivers Floor Speech Highlighting Contributions of Arizona's Iranian Community, Calls for Temporary Protected Status
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Yassamin Ansari, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Ansari Delivers Floor Speech Highlighting Contributions of Arizona's Iranian Community, Calls for Temporary Protected Status
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WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) delivered a speech on the House Floor in support of the Iranian Temporary Immigration Relief Act, legislation she introduced to provide Temporary Protected Status and work authorization to eligible Iranian nationa more
Assurant Consumer Trends Report Highlights Growing Tension Between Optimism, Skepticism
WASHINGTON, June 10 (TNSLrpt) -- 2026 GLOBAL CONNECTED CONSUMER TRENDS REPORT - A report from Assurant, New York - June 2026 (21 pages)
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Assurant issued a report examining how consumers perceive and interact with technology in an increasingly connected world, highlighting a complex mix of enthusiasm and caution toward digital innovation. The study focuses on consumer attitudes toward emerging technologies, technology adoption, trust, affordability, and support services. Through the introd more
At POLITICO Energy Summit, EEI President and CEO Drew Maloney and Entergy Chair and CEO Drew Marsh Highlight Focus on Affordability, Reliability, and Grid Investment
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: Energy] -- The Edison Electric Institute issued the following news release:
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At POLITICO Energy Summit, EEI President and CEO Drew Maloney and Entergy Chair and CEO Drew Marsh Highlight Focus on Affordability, Reliability, and Grid Investment
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WASHINGTON (June 10, 2026) -Today, Drew Maloney, Edison Electric Institute (EEI) p resident and CEO, and Drew Marsh, Entergy c hair and CEO and EEI vice chair, underscored how America's electric companies are workin more
Award-Winning Architect, Designer, and Educator Francine Monaco Named Chair of Interior Design
BROOKLYN, New York, June 10 -- Pratt Institute, a private university that says it educate artists and professionals to be contributors to society, posted the following news:
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Award-Winning Architect, Designer, and Educator Francine Monaco Named Chair of Interior Design
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Francine Monaco has been named chair of the Department of Interior Design within Pratt Institute's School of Design. Monaco has been a dedicated faculty member of the Pratt Institute community for twenty-five years, alo more
Bank of America Introduces New Ways to Reward Clients, Manage Payments and Track Credit
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, June 10 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release:
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Bank of America Introduces New Ways to Reward Clients, Manage Payments and Track Credit
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Refer-a-Friend, Custom Pay Plan and My Credit now available to BofA Clients
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* With Refer-a-Friend, eligible clients can earn referral bonuses by recommending credit cards to friends and family.
* Custom Pay Plan gives cardholders added f more
Beyond the Song Generator: How UC San Diego Students Are Rethinking AI and Music
LA JOLLA, California, June 10 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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Beyond the Song Generator: How UC San Diego Students Are Rethinking AI and Music
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At the University of California San Diego, researchers are asking what artificial intelligence can do for music -not just whether it can generate a song, but whether it can become a more responsive, controllable and creative partner for musicians.
"We are exploring AI as both a tool and collaborato more
CATS AI names new director, launches research challenge and advances AI literacy
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, June 10 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news:
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CATS AI names new director, launches research challenge and advances AI literacy
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The University of Kentucky's Commonwealth AI Transdisciplinary Strategy initiative, or CATS AI, is entering a new phase with a new director, a pilot research challenge and expanded learning opportunities for the campus community. At its core, CATS AI is about people -preparing students for a changing future, supporting more
Chemists snap together complex 3D molecules from highly reactive 'radicals'--without losing their shape
LA JOLLA, California, June 10 [Category: Environment] -- The Scripps Research Institute posted the following news:
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Chemists snap together complex 3D molecules from highly reactive 'radicals'--without losing their shape
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Scripps Research team develops stereoretentive radical-radical cross-coupling, a simpler way to build chiral drug candidates.
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LA JOLLA, CA- Building the complex 3D molecules needed for new medicines has always been a bit like assembling a puzzle with more
Compass Super User Champion Challenge Sparks Innovation
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, June 10 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news:
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Compass Super User Champion Challenge Sparks Innovation
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Throughout the 2025-26 academic year, Seton Hall University faculty and staff participated in the Compass Super User Champion Challenge, a collaborative initiative led by Academic Affairs and the Division of Student Services to recognize innovative and impactful use of the University's Compass student success platform.
Led by Ania Calka, Ph.D more
Congress Should Divide and Conquer on AI, Deepfakes, and Children's Safety, Says ITIF
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: Computer Technology]-- The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation posted the following news release:
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Congress Should Divide and Conquer on AI, Deepfakes, and Children's Safety, Says ITIF
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WASHINGTON-In response to reports of Sen. Marsha Blackburn's (R-TN) negotiations with the White House to preempt state AI laws in exchange for advancing legislation such as the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), App Store Accountability Act (ASAA), and NO FAKES Ac more
Congressman Riley M. Moore Praises Committee Passage of Labor, Health and Human Services Bill, Secures $3 Million in Community Project Funding for West Virginia Hospitals
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Riley M. Moore, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Riley M. Moore Praises Committee Passage of Labor, Health and Human Services Bill, Secures $3 Million in Community Project Funding for West Virginia Hospitals
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Washington, D.C. - Congressman Riley M. Moore announced that two of his Community Project Funding requests for West Virginia's Second Congressional District were approved by the House Appropriations Committee as part of t more
Consciousness likely not unique to earthlings, paper says
RIVERSIDE, California, June 10 -- The University of California Riverside campus issued the following news:
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Consciousness likely not unique to earthlings, paper says
Does consciousness depend on flesh and blood?
The answer is almost certainly no, according to Eric Schwitzgebel, a distinguished professor of philosophy at the University of California, Riverside.
In a new working paper, Schwitzgebel and Jeremy Pober, a former UCR graduate student who is now a postdoctoral researcher at more
Cortez Masto Leads Call for Strong Guardrails on Trump Administration Stonewalling of Wind and Solar Projects
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Cortez Masto Leads Call for Strong Guardrails on Trump Administration Stonewalling of Wind and Solar Projects
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) led Senators Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), and Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) in a letter to the leadership of Interior-Environment and Energy-Water Appropriations subcommittees calling on them to put guar more
Cotton to DOJ: Investigate Communist China Influence on Data Center Development
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release:
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Cotton to DOJ: Investigate Communist China Influence on Data Center Development
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Contact: Hannah McCarthy (202) 465-5601
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Washington, D.C. -Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today sent a letter to Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche requesting an investigation into the efforts of foreign adversaries, including Communist China, to manipulate U.S. policy and public opinion on data cen more
Data Centers Are Opposed by Over Half of Americans
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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Data Centers Are Opposed by Over Half of Americans
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1 A campaign in The Guardian last year and related media hype about AI and its data centers have convinced over half of all Americans to strongly oppose nearby construction and led them to link rising electricity prices to their proliferation.
2 Some states and locales are moving to prohibit or delay data cent more
Defenders of Wildlife Welcomes Regan Smyth as Vice President of Center for Conservation Innovation
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: Environment] -- The Defenders of Wildlife posted the following news release:
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Defenders of Wildlife Welcomes Regan Smyth as Vice President of the Center for Conservation Innovation
Defenders of Wildlife is pleased to announce Regan Smyth as its new Vice President and Director of the Center for Conservation Innovation. Regan brings more than two decades of experience advancing conservation through the integration of science, technology and partnerships. Prio more
Dr. Xiaoguang Ma Named Recipient of EMS Excellence in Teaching Award
PLATTEVILLE, Wisconsin, June 11 -- The University of Wisconsin-Platteville issued the following news:
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Dr. Xiaoguang Ma Named Recipient of EMS Excellence in Teaching Award
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The University of Wisconsin-Platteville College of Engineering, Mathematics and Science proudly announces that Dr. Xiaoguang Ma, associate professor, of electrical and computer engineering, has been selected as the 2025-2026 recipient of the EMS Excellence in Teaching Award. This distinguished honor recognizes Dr. M more
Elementary Students Win National AI Competition With Support From UT
KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, June 10 -- The University of Tennessee posted the following news:
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Elementary Students Win National AI Competition With Support From UT
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Supported by the University of Tennessee, Knoxville's AI Tennessee initiative, a team of fourth- and fifth-grade students from Alcoa Intermediate School in Alcoa, Tennessee, won their age group in the national Presidential AI Challenge in Washington, D.C. First Lady Melania Trump presented the students with their award at a White more
Everything You Need to Know About Building Data Centers, in One Place
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Pacific Northwest National Laboratory issued the following news:
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Everything You Need to Know About Building Data Centers, in One Place
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RICHLAND, Wash.-As more companies invest in data centers to support their shift to AI-driven systems, demand for electricity will rise significantly.
To help developers, engineers, utilities and policymakers understand the complexities and best practices of building a data center, the Department o more
Following Devastating Trustees Report, Larson, Jeffries, and Democratic Leaders Call for Action to Protect Social Security from Trump Attacks and Enhance Benefits
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Following Devastating Trustees Report, Larson, Jeffries, and Democratic Leaders Call for Action to Protect Social Security from Trump Attacks and Enhance Benefits
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Washington, D.C. - Today, House Social Security Subcommittee Ranking Member John B. Larson led a coalition of Democratic lawmakers, including House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (NY-08), and advocates from across the country to more
GitLab Announces New Capabilities to Give Enterprises Speed and Control at Agentic Scale
SAN FRANCISCO, California, June 10 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- GitLab, an AI-powered development, security and operations platform for software innovation, posted the following news release:
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GitLab Announces New Capabilities to Give Enterprises Speed and Control at Agentic Scale
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* Next generation source code management, now in private beta, replaces repository clones with structured API access to project intelligence, delivering up to 50x faster task execution per agent.
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GitLab Expands Collaboration with Google to Deliver a Fully Managed DevSecOps Platform with the Latest Gemini and Gemma Models
SAN FRANCISCO, California, June 10 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- GitLab, an AI-powered development, security and operations platform for software innovation, posted the following news release:
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GitLab Expands Collaboration with Google to Deliver a Fully Managed DevSecOps Platform with the Latest Gemini and Gemma Models
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* GitLab and Google Cloud go-to-market teams are working with certified managed service providers, including Beyond and Digital Future, to help enterprises mov more
Google Gemini Pro is available for faculty and staff beginning week of June 15
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, June 10 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Google Gemini Pro is available for faculty and staff beginning week of June 15
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Purdue University will begin the next phase of its partnership with Google, providing Google Gemini Pro licenses to interested faculty and staff.
The university is working on an onboarding system to release licenses as they become available, with the first licenses set to be provisioned as early as next week, beginni more
High School Entrepreneurs Showcase Innovation at Bowie State Pitch Competition
BOWIE, Maryland, June 10 -- Bowie State University issued the following news release:
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High School Entrepreneurs Showcase Innovation at Bowie State Pitch Competition
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The Entrepreneurship Innovation Center (EIC) at Bowie State University welcomed aspiring young entrepreneurs from across Prince George's County for its High School Pitch Competition on June 5 at the Bowie State University Student Center.
Seventeen students representing six high schools applied to participate in the comp more
Households Can't Afford Donald Trump's Push for Dirty, Expensive Coal
BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 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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Households Can't Afford Donald Trump's Push for Dirty, Expensive Coal
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350.org today condemned the Trump administration's plan to spend US$700 million on giant new coal plants, warning that households in the US and worldwide will pay the price through higher electricity bills and worsening more
Huck names Leadership Fellows for 2026-27
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, June 10 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Huck names Leadership Fellows for 2026-27
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -The Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences has selected three faculty members to serve as Huck Leadership Fellows for the 2026-27 academic year. The competitive program prepares faculty for future leadership roles while engaging them in strategic initiatives that advance interdisciplinary research at Penn State.
Joshua Kell more
Human Rights Watch submission to the CERD Committee
NEW YORK, June 10 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news:
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Human Rights Watch submission to the CERD Committee
Follow Up Procedure on its Concluding Observations on the United Kingdom
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During the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination's (CERD) consideration of the UK combined twenty-fourth to twenty sixth periodic reports in August 2024, the UK government committed to "putting right the injustices of the Windrush issue." [1] Human Right more
Kelly, Banks, Young Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Track, Inform AI's Impact on the American Workforce
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Kelly, Banks, Young Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Track, Inform AI's Impact on the American Workforce
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Read in Punchbowl: Tech: Kelly, Banks lead labor AI data bill
Today, Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Jim Banks (R-IN), and Todd Young (R-IN) introduced the Artificial Intelligence Data Authorization and Transparency Act (AI DATA), legislation to authorize and modernize federal labor market data more
Kinkead bill to combat image-based sexual abuse clears PA House
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, June 10 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats posted the following news release:
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Kinkead bill to combat image-based sexual abuse clears PA House
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Legislation cracking down on nonconsensual sharing of intimate images advances to Senate
HARRISBURG, June 10 - State Rep. Emily Kinkead announced today that the Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed her bill to expand protections against image-based sexual abuse by strengthening and closing loopholes in th more
KU Libraries welcomes first international librarian-in-residence through global engagement initiative
LAWRENCE, Kansas, June 10 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news:
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KU Libraries welcomes first international librarian-in-residence through global engagement initiative
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LAWRENCE -The University of Kansas Libraries has welcomed its first international librarian-in-residence, marking a major step forward for the Institute for Globally Engaged Librarianship (IGEL) and its efforts to build meaningful global partnerships.
Patience Emefa Dzandza Ocloo, a faculty member and more
More than 500 leaders gather for opening day of Texas Brain Economy Summit
GALVESTON, Texas, June 10 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release:
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More than 500 leaders gather for opening day of Texas Brain Economy Summit
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More than 500 leaders representing healthcare, business, academia, government, technology, and public policy gathered Tuesday for the opening day of the Texas Brain Economy Summit held at the Texas Medical Center.
Presented by The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), the Center for Houston's Future, a more
Myriam Heiman named director of The Picower Institute for Learning and Memory
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, June 10 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Myriam Heiman named director of The Picower Institute for Learning and Memory
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Myriam Heiman, the John and Dorothy Wilson Professor of Neuroscience at MIT, will become the director of MIT's Picower Institute for Learning and Memory, effective July 1. She succeeds Picower Professor Li-Huei Tsai, who is stepping down after leading the institute for 16 years.
Heiman, a molecular ne more
NetChoice: Congress Shouldn't Adopt European Economic Failures That Harm Americans
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: Business] -- NetChoice, a coalition of trade associations that says it makes the internet safe for free enterprise and expression, posted the following news release:
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Congress Shouldn't Adopt European Economic Failures That Harm Americans
Today, a few senators decided to resuscitate the failed American Innovation and Choice Online Act (AICOA), which largely replicates failed economic policies from Europe that have contributed to the continent's innovative s more
New Website Tracks AI Dark Money Campaign Spending
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, June 10 [Category: Sociological] -- Demand Progress issued the following news release:
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New Website Tracks AI Dark Money Campaign Spending
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AI Money Watch Tracks Big Tech Super PAC Leading the Future's Efforts to Kill AI Safeguards
Washington, D.C. - On Wednesday, Demand Progress launched AI Money Watch, a new website that tracks campaign spending from Leading the Future, an AI Super PAC bankrolled by co-founders from OpenAI and Andreessen Horowitz. AI Money more
Niagara University President Encounters Pope Leo XIV During Vatican Seminar on Future of Higher Ed
NIAGARA FALLS, New York, June 10 -- Niagara University posted the following news:
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Niagara University President Encounters Pope Leo XIV During Vatican Seminar on Future of Higher Ed
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The Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., president of Niagara University, returned Friday from Vatican City after joining a select delegation of North American Catholic higher education leaders for a weeklong seminar that culminated in a private audience with Pope Leo XIV.
The 2026 Rome Seminar, held June 1-5, was more
NiCE Honors the Changemakers Building the Future of CX AI at NiCE World 2026
NEW YORK, June 10 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NICE, an enterprise software solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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NiCE Honors the Changemakers Building the Future of CX AI at NiCE World 2026
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CX Excellence Award winners showcase how leading organizations are orchestrating AI agents, human agents, and workflows to deliver measurable business outcomes at enterprise scale
Hoboken, N.J., June 10, 2026 - NiCE (Nasdaq: NICE) today announced the winners of its 2026 more
Orlando Sentinel: In light of Kyle Busch's death, we need to talk about sepsis treatment
GAINESVILLE, Florida, June 10 -- The University of Florida posted the following news:
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Orlando Sentinel: In light of Kyle Busch's death, we need to talk about sepsis treatment
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The death of NASCAR driver Kyle Busch, a relatively healthy 41-year-old, startled the public in late May when his severe pneumonia progressed into sepsis. While pneumonia is a common condition, Busch's development of sepsis -when the body goes into organ failure after an infection -is highly unusual, as sepsis t more
ORNL-developed cybersecurity framework graduates from lab to electric grid
OAK RIDGE, Tennessee, June 10 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory issued the following news release:
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ORNL-developed cybersecurity framework graduates from lab to electric grid
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A grid cybersecurity and verification framework developed at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory has been licensed by GridForge Energy Solutions. The startup plans to explore ways the technology could boost real-time visibility of grid behavior for energy projec more
Parsons' CUAS Solutions Strengthen National Security And Protect Critical Infrastructure
PASADENA, California, June 10 [Category: BizConstruction]-- Parsons Corp., an engineering, construction, technical and management services firm, posted the following news release:
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Parsons' CUAS Solutions Strengthen National Security And Protect Critical Infrastructure
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Key Takeaways
* Parsons recently demonstrated AI-enabled CUAS solutions which integrated sensor and kinetic effectors.
* Parsons' expertise in non-kinetic effects (NKE) detect, disrupt, and mitigate single, multi more
Pegasystems Report Finds Agentic AI Success Depends on Reimagining Business Processes
WASHINGTON, June 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The truth about agentic AI success: What it takes to scale AI from experimentation to real business outcomes - A report from Pegasystems, Cambridge, Massachusetts - June 2026 (12 pages)
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Pegasystems issued a report examining the factors that distinguish successful agentic AI implementations from less effective initiatives across enterprises. Based on a survey of more than 500 business and IT decision-makers who have already deployed agentic AI projects, th more
Peterson Institute for International Economics Issues Commentary: The Pope, AI, and the WTO
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The Peterson Institute for International Economics issued the following commentary by on June 9, 2026, by senior research staffer Alan Wm. Wolff:
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The Pope, AI, and the WTO
The main thesis of Pope Leo XIV's 2026 encyclical Magnifica Humanitas ("On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence") is that artificial intelligence (AI) must serve humanity, rather than humanity adapting itself to AI without reservation. Human dignity, moral respons more
PNAAZ Excellence Award in Nursing Education
PHOENIX, Arizona, June 10 -- The University of Phoenix issued the following news release:
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PNAAZ Excellence Award in Nursing Education
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Dr. Raelene Brooks recognized for advancing curriculum, academic leadership and student preparation in healthcare
University of Phoenix announces that Raelene Brooks, PhD, RN, dean of the College of Nursing, has received the 2026, recognizing contributions to nursing education, including curriculum development, academic leadership and evaluation of e more
Project management isn't a task, it's a career, says Bryant's Robert Massoud
SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, June 10 -- Bryant University issued the following news:
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Project management isn't a task, it's a career, says Bryant's Robert Massoud
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When the ancient Egyptians built the pyramids of Giza, they had project managers keeping the blocks of sandstone moving into place, says Robert Massoud, a lecturer in Bryant's Management department.
"There were literally thousands of people who performed the tasks required to build those incredible structures, and there were more
Puget Sound Business Insights: Why the Next Era of AI Belongs to Liberal Arts Thinkers
TACOMA, Washington, June 10 -- The University of Puget Sound posted the following news:
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Puget Sound Business Insights: Why the Next Era of AI Belongs to Liberal Arts Thinkers
The defining variable in the rapid rise of autonomous artificial intelligence may not be a background in computer engineering, but rather the critical thinking skills obtained by a liberal arts education, according to a panel of industry experts convened as part of the recent University of Puget Sound Business Insi more
Rep. Beyer, Sen. Markey Reintroduce AI Environmental Impacts Act
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Beyer, Sen. Markey Reintroduce AI Environmental Impacts Act
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Representative Don Beyer (VA-08), co-chair of the House Artificial Intelligence Caucus, and Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, today reintroduced the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Environmental Impacts Act of 2026. The legislation would require artificial intelligence (AI) da more
Republicans Unveil $1 Trillion+ Defense Funding Bill, Largest in History, Amid Steep Domestic Program Cuts
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Betty McCollum, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release:
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Republicans Unveil $1 Trillion+ Defense Funding Bill, Largest in History, Amid Steep Domestic Program Cuts
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WASHINGTON -House Appropriations Committee Republicans today released their 2027 Defense funding bill, which will be considered by the Defense subcommittee during a closed meeting tomorrow. The bill sets the Pentagon budget at more than $1 trillion - the largest in U.S. history and a $234 more
Reunion event highlights entrepreneurship's impact on campus
ITHACA, New York, June 10 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Reunion event highlights entrepreneurship's impact on campus
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A 2026 Cornell reunion event offered the chance to celebrate one of the founders of Entrepreneurship at Cornell and note the impacts the program has had on alumni. The June 5 networking breakfast, also sponsored by the Cornell Entrepreneur Network, brought more than 75 alumni together in the eHub space on the first floor of Kennedy Hall.
Robert W. more
Siemens Canada unveils expansion and modernization of Drummondville manufacturing facility
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: BizIndustrial Materials] -- Siemens USA, a technology company that say it focuses on industry, infrastructure, transport and healthcare, posted the following news release:
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Siemens Canada unveils expansion and modernization of Drummondville manufacturing facility
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* Siemens Canada welcomed customers, partners and government officials today to celebrate the completion of a year-long expansion project at its Drummondville manufacturing facility.
* The p more
Siemens recognized as a Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for PLM Software in Discrete Manufacturing Industries
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: BizIndustrial Materials] -- Siemens USA, a technology company that say it focuses on industry, infrastructure, transport and healthcare, posted the following news release:
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Siemens recognized as a Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for PLM Software in Discrete Manufacturing Industries
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* Industry analyst report recognizes Siemens as a Leader in the current PLM Software in Discrete Manufacturing Industries
* Teamcenter, as part of the Siemens Xcelerator more
SLB and PDVSA Sign MoU for Digital Transformation of Venezuela's Oil and Gas Sector
HOUSTON, Texas, June 10 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Schlumberger dba SLB issued the following news release:
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SLB and PDVSA Sign MoU for Digital Transformation of Venezuela's Oil and Gas Sector
Framework agreement focuses on technology, AI enablement and workforce development
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SLB has signed a long-term framework agreement with Petroleos de Venezuela, S.A. (PDVSA) to support the revitalization and modernization of Venezuela's oil and gas sector. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) est more
SLB to Host 2026 Digital Investor Day
HOUSTON, Texas, June 10 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Schlumberger dba SLB issued the following news release:
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SLB to Host 2026 Digital Investor Day
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HOUSTON, June 10, 2026 - SLB (NYSE: SLB) will host an Investor Day on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, in New York, where leadership will outline their vision for SLB's Digital business as digital technologies and AI continue to reshape the energy industry. The presentation will highlight SLB's integrated digital strategy and portfolio, scalable grow more
Startup's nuclear-inspired cooling system could make data centers more sustainable
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, June 10 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Startup's nuclear-inspired cooling system could make data centers more sustainable
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The rise of artificial intelligence is riding on the back of an enormous data center expansion. Data centers are projected to account for anywhere from 9 to 17 percent of total electricity usage in the U.S. by the end of the decade. Today, around a third of data center electricity is devoted to coo more
Survey: CHRO Confidence Remains Near Record High
NEW YORK, June 10 -- The Conference Board issued the following news release:
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Survey: CHRO Confidence Remains Near Record High
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CHRO confidence remained near record high in Q2, despite edging down from the previous quarter. That's according to the latest survey of US chief human resource officers (CHROs) from The Conference Board.
The survey also reveals that organizations continue to maintain positive hiring expectations, although workforce growth is becoming more selective and conc more
Tata Communications Report Finds Enterprises Seeking Durable Competitive Advantage Through AI
WASHINGTON, June 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Building Durable Al Advantage: Five Reinforcing Loops That Decide Which Enterprises Lead at Scale - A report from Tata Communications, Mumbai, India - June 2026 (30 pages)
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Tata Communications issued a report examining how enterprises are approaching artificial intelligence adoption and the factors that distinguish organizations achieving sustainable value from those struggling to move beyond experimentation. The report focuses on enterprise AI strategies, more
To study how chips really work, MIT researchers built their own operating system
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, June 10 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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To study how chips really work, MIT researchers built their own operating system
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A new kernel, or core program within an operating system, gives researchers a cleaner view of what's happening inside a processor. Called Fractal and developed at MIT, the kernel has already surfaced previously unknown behavior in Apple's M1.
When security researchers want to understand what a mode more
UC San Diego Professor Daniel Kane Awarded Godel Prize, Highest Theoretical Computer Science Honor
LA JOLLA, California, June 10 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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UC San Diego Professor Daniel Kane Awarded Godel Prize, Highest Theoretical Computer Science Honor
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University of California San Diego computer science and mathematics professor Daniel M. Kane has been awarded the 2026 Godel Prize, one of the highest honors in theoretical computer science.
Kane is a professor in both the Department of Computer Science and Engineering in the UC S more
UConn Alum's App Provides Accurate Food Additive Information
STORRS, Connecticut, June 10 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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UConn Alum's App Provides Accurate Food Additive Information
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A new iPhone app called Food Additive Lens uses artificial intelligence to help consumers and professionals better understand ingredients and additives in food products.
Yihang Feng '25 ( CAHNR ) (ENGR), developed the app while pursuing a dual program as a PhD candidate in the Department of Nutritional Sciences and master's student in more
UConn Unifies Shipbuilding Efforts Under One Banner
STORRS, Connecticut, June 10 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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UConn Unifies Shipbuilding Efforts Under One Banner
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The shipbuilding and maritime industries are facing unprecedented challenges requiring advanced research and workforce enrichment. UConn is up to the task, bringing several key programs under one banner to help meet demand.
The UConn Shipbuilding Initiatives have launched, linking research opportunities, international partnerships, manufacturi more
UNF graduate student uses artificial intelligence to combat nutritional misinformation
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, June 10 -- The University of North Florida posted the following news:
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UNF graduate student uses artificial intelligence to combat nutritional misinformation
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As social media becomes a common source of health information, distinguishing fact from fiction has never been more urgent. At the University of North Florida, graduate student Vishwaa Shah is using artificial intelligence to help address that challenge.
After earning her undergraduate degree in data scie more
EY Global Consumer Health Survey 2026: Health organizations must rethink care delivery as AI and digital channels reshape how people seek and access care
LONDON, England, June 9 [Category: BizConsulting] -- EY, a global organization involved with advisory services, assurance, consulting, tax, transactions and technology, which includes the member firms of Ernst and Young Global Limited, posted the following news:
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EY Global Consumer Health Survey 2026: Health organizations must rethink care delivery as AI and digital channels reshape how people seek and access care
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* More than half (56%) of respondents say they have requested or would more
Senator Markey, Rep. Beyer Reintroduce AI Environmental Impacts Act
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Senator Markey, Rep. Beyer Reintroduce AI Environmental Impacts Act
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Washington (June 9, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, and Representative Don Beyer (VA-08), co-chair of the House Artificial Intelligence Caucus, today reintroduced the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Environmental Impacts Act of 2026. T more
Stanford Medicine's bold proposal to accelerate cancer innovation and transform care
STANFORD, California, June 9 -- Stanford University School of Medicine posted the following news:
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Stanford Medicine's bold proposal to accelerate cancer innovation and transform care
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Stanford Medicine's long legacy of innovation in the fight against cancer -a disease burden that is expected to grow significantly in the coming decades -is poised to become even more pivotal.
Stanford's bold vision for expanding its commitment to cancer innovation and care with an integrated clinical more
Through the Years, Courses Reflect Changing Approaches to Environmental Law
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, June 9 -- Yale Law School posted the following news:
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Through the Years, Courses Reflect Changing Approaches to Environmental Law
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When what became Yale Law School's first environmental clinic launched in 1995, changes to landmark environmental legislation were fresh on people's minds. The Clean Air Act of 1970 had long established some of the earliest tools available to environmental lawyers. Then in 1990, amendments tightened the law to create a new nationwide more
Industrial Next-Generation Firewalls MarketMap Research Initiated
DEDHAM, Massachusetts, June 4 (TNSrep) [Category: BizConsulting] -- The Arc Advisory Group issued the following news release:
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Industrial Next-Generation Firewalls MarketMap Research Initiated
New ARC MarketMap will evaluate cybersecurity suppliers supporting industrial operations and critical infrastructure.
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ARC Advisory Group has initiated new research for a MarketMap focused on Industrial Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs). This MarketMap will provide a structured evaluation of sup more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Artificial Intelligence - Implications for Size & Composition of the U.S. Armed Forces Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13241) by military personnel specialist Kristy N. Kamarck and Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai:
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Artificial Intelligence (AI): Implications for Size and Composition of the U.S. Armed Forces
Overview
The U.S. Armed Forces have been adopting artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze data, support decisionmaking, and improve military and administrative processes, including logistics, i more
Congressional Budget Office: 'Risk Sharing in the Federal Reserve's Emergency Lending Facilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic' (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, June 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Budget Office issued the following report entitled "Risk Sharing in the Federal Reserve's Emergency Lending Facilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic:"
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How the Federal Reserve's Emergency Lending Facilities Shared Risk With the Treasury
Under section 13(3) of the Federal Reserve Act, the Federal Reserve may - in "unusual and exigent circumstances" and with the approval of the Treasury Secretary - lend to indiv more
Congressional Budget Office: 'Risk Sharing in the Federal Reserve's Emergency Lending Facilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic' (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, June 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Budget Office issued the following report entitled "Risk Sharing in the Federal Reserve's Emergency Lending Facilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic:"
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Cost of the Treasury's Support for the Federal Reserve's Pandemic-Era Lending Facilities
Title IV of the CARES Act provided $454 billion in federal funding for the emergency lending facilities. (Not all of it was used.) The funding flowed through the Treasury's more
Defense Primer - National Technology & Industrial Base Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11311) by defense policy analyst Alexandra G. Neenan and science and technology policy analyst Marcy E. Gallo:
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: The National Technology and Industrial Base
What Is the NTIB?
The National Technology and Industrial Base (NTIB), as outlined in 10 U.S.C. Sec.4801, consists of the people and organizations engaged in national security and dual more
Possible Changes in U.S. Military Aid to Israel - Considerations for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12695) by Middle Eastern affairs specialist Jeremy M. Sharp:
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Possible Changes in U.S. Military Aid to Israel: Considerations for Congress
Overview
The Trump Administration and Israeli government are reportedly negotiating a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on U.S. foreign assistance to Israel, which, if completed, would make it the fourth such bilateral understanding more
Taiwan - Defense & Military Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12481) by Asian affairs analyst Caitlin Campbell.
Here are excerpts:
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Taiwan: Defense and Military Issues
Overview
Taiwan, (which formally calls itself the Republic of China, or ROC) is a self-governing democracy of 23.3 million people located across the Taiwan Strait from mainland China. The People's Republic of China (PRC, or China) claims but has never controlled Taiwa more
Terrorism Risk Insurance Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11090) by financial economics specialist Baird Webel:
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The Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA)
Prior to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, insurance covering terrorism losses was normally included in commercial insurance policies without additional cost to the policyholders. The insured losses on all insurance lines from the 9/11 attacks were approximately $60 billi more
Department of Veterans Affairs FY2026 Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 3)
WASHINGTON, June 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48968) entitled "Department of Veterans Affairs FY2026 Appropriations."
The report is written by health policy analyst Jared S. Sussman and veterans policy specialists Sidath Viranga Panangala and Madeline E. Moreno.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) administers numerous programs that provide benefits and services to eligible veterans and their familie more
Department of Veterans Affairs FY2026 Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, June 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48968) entitled "Department of Veterans Affairs FY2026 Appropriations:"
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FY2025 Budget Summary
On March 11, 2024, President Biden submitted his budget proposal for FY2025. The Biden Administration requested $339.51 billion for VA (see Figure 5). The request included $129.10 billion in discretionary appropriations and $210.41 billion in mandatory appropriation more
Department of Veterans Affairs FY2026 Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, June 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48968) entitled "Department of Veterans Affairs FY2026 Appropriations:"
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Nonmedical Discretionary Programs Funding
National Cemetery Administration (NCA)
Operations and Maintenance
NCA's Operations and Maintenance account receives the largest amount of NCA's discretionary funding. This account includes funding to operate 158 national cemeteries and administ more
Global Human Rights - International Religious Freedom Policy Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10803) by foreign affairs specialist Michael A. Weber:
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Global Human Rights: International Religious Freedom Policy
For decades, U.S. policymakers have sought to promote religious freedom abroad, reflective both of a general interest in promoting human rights through U.S. foreign policy, as well as the emphasis on religious freedom in U.S. domestic law and political culture more
National Park Service Appropriations - Ten-Year Trends Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, June 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R42757) entitled "National Park Service Appropriations: Ten-Year Trends" by natural resources policy specialist Laura B. Comay.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The National Park Service (NPS) receives appropriations in annual Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies appropriations acts. Over the past decade (FY2017-FY2026), NPS received both regular (annual) appropriations and, in some yea more
China Primer - Illicit Fentanyl & China's Role Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10890) on June 1, 2026, by Asian affairs analyst Ricardo Barrios and foreign affairs analyst Shelby B. Senger:
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China Primer: Illicit Fentanyl and China's Role
For over a decade, the synthetic opioid fentanyl and fentanyl-related substances have been key drivers of the U.S. opioid crisis. Countering the illicit trafficking of fentanyl and the precursor chemicals ("precursor more
Connecting Constituents With Federal Assistance for Health & Medical Businesses Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13240) by senior research librarians Kate M. Costin and Michele L. Malloy:
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Connecting Constituents with Federal Assistance for Health and Medical Businesses
Federal assistance for health- and medical-related groups primarily focuses on nonprofit organizations. For-profit health and medical businesses do not qualify for many of these opportunities. However, these businesses more
CRS Services to District & State Offices - Overview & Selected Resources Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12696) by American national government analyst Sarah J. Eckman and senior research librarian Maria Kreiser:
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CRS Services to District and State Offices: Overview and Selected Resources
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) serves all congressional offices - those on Capitol Hill as well as those in a Member's home district or state office. This CRS resource guide is desi more
Defense Primer - Defense & Intelligence Unfunded Priorities Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11964) by Cameron M. Keys, defense logistics and resource management policy analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: Defense and Intelligence Unfunded Priorities
Introduction
By law, certain U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) officials and other executive branch agency officials are required to submit reports to Congress describing defense and intelligence-related prior more
Denaturalization - Brief Overview of the Current Legal Framework Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11437) by legislative attorney Alejandra Aramayo:
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Denaturalization: A Brief Overview of the Current Legal Framework
Congress has established terms and conditions under which foreign-born persons may acquire citizenship through a process known as naturalization. In addition to providing a framework for the acquisition of citizenship for persons born abroad to U.S. cit more
Early Voting & Mail Voting - Overview & Issues for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11477) by American national government analysts Sarah J. Eckman and Karen L. Shanton.
Here are excerpts:
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Early Voting and Mail Voting: Overview and Issues for Congress
Voting in person at a polling place on Election Day is the most widespread voting practice. States and localities also offer some or all eligible voters opportunities to vote without going to the polls on E more
Farm Bill Primer - Budget Dynamics Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12233) on June 1, 2026, by agricultural policy specialist Jim Monke.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm Bill Primer: Budget Dynamics
Farm Bills from a Budgetary Perspective
The farm bill authorizes funding for a wide range of food, agriculture, and rural development programs. Funding is divided into two main categories - mandatory spending and discretionary spending. Congress is or more
Joint Light Tactical Vehicle Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11729) by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
Here are excerpts:
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Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV)
Background
The Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) Family of Vehicles (FoV) is an Army-led, joint-service program designed to replace a portion of each service's light tactical wheeled vehicle fleets. The JLTV FoV consists of tw more
Made in China 2025 & China's Industrial Policies Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10964) on June 1, 2026, by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter.
Here are excerpts:
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Made in China 2025 and China's Industrial Policies
The People's Republic of China (PRC or China) aims to gain a global economic and technology leadership position through a range of industrial and science and technology (S&T) plans. Such plans inform PRC economic, industrial, more
Prohibiting Senators From Prediction Market Participation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13239) on June 1, 2026, by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus and legislative attorney Jason O. Heflin:
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Prohibiting Senators from Prediction Market Participation
In April 2026, the Senate agreed to S.Res. 708, as amended, to amend Senate rules to prohibit Senators, Senate officers, and Senate employees from participating in prediction markets - exchange platforms that spe more
Role of Employer Reports in Understanding Labor Markets Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13238) on June 1, 2026, by labor policy analyst Elizabeth Weber Handwerker:
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The Role of Employer Reports in Understanding Labor Markets
Much knowledge about labor markets in the United States comes from employer reports, such as employers' responses to government surveys and tax filings. While employer responses provide valuable labor market information, there are limitati more
Comparison of Selected Versions of H.R. 6644 Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, June 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48922) on May 28, 2026, entitled "Comparison of Selected Versions of H.R. 6644."
The report is written by housing policy specialists Henry G. Watson, Katie Jones and Maggie McCarty and financial economics specialists Andrew P. Scott and Darryl E. Getter.
Here are excerpts:
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Contents
Introduction ... 1
Tables
Table 1. Improving Financial Literacy / Opportunities for Housing ... 3
Tab more
SBA COVID-19 EIDL Financial Relief - Policy Options & Considerations Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, June 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47509) on May 28, 2026, entitled "SBA COVID-19 EIDL Financial Relief: Policy Options and Considerations."
The report is written by American national government specialist Bruce R. Lindsay, economic development policy analyst Adam G. Levin, public finance analyst Anthony A. Cilluffo, research assistant Daniela E. Lacalle and financial economics specialist Darryl E. Getter.
Here are excerpts:
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SBA COVID-19 EIDL Financial Relief - Policy Options & Considerations Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, June 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47509) on May 28, 2026, entitled "SBA COVID-19 EIDL Financial Relief - Policy Options and Considerations:"
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SBA COVID EIDL Financial Relief Policy Options
Congress may consider various policy options to provide SBA COVID EIDL borrowers financial relief including loan forgiveness, loan deferrments, and reduced interest rates. Congress may also consider establ more
Changes to the Statutory Definition of Hemp & Issues for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13136) on May 28, 2026, by agricultural policy analyst Zachary T. Neuhofer:
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Changes to the Statutory Definition of Hemp and Issues for Congress
The FY2026 Agriculture Appropriations Act (P.L. 119-37, Division B) amends the statutory definition of hemp in 7 U.S.C. Sec.1639o established by the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 farm bill; P.L. 115-334, Sec.10113). The more
Civil Procedure at the Supreme Court: Selected Cases From the October 2025 Term Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11434) on May 28, 2026, by legislative attorney Joanna R. Lampe:
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Civil Procedure at the Supreme Court: Selected Cases from the October 2025 Term
During the October 2025 Term to date, the Supreme Court has considered multiple cases focused on procedural issues. Among them, as discussed in order below, are cases about the relationship between federal and state procedur more
Congressional Accountability Act's Employment Discrimination Provisions Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13236) on May 28, 2026, by legislative attorney Abigail A. Graber:
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The Congressional Accountability Act's Employment Discrimination Provisions
Before the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 (CAA), federal legislative branch employees were largely exempt from the federal employment protections available to employees in the private sector, state and local governments, a more
Department of Justice's First Lawsuit Enforcing a Presidential Order Under Section 721 of the Defense Production Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11435) on May 29, 2026, by legislative attorney Peter J. Benson:
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The Department of Justice's First Lawsuit Enforcing a Presidential Order Under Section 721 of the Defense Production Act
On July 8, 2025, President Trump issued an order prohibiting a 2020 acquisition of Jupiter Systems, LLC (Jupiter), by Suirui International, a subsidiary of Suirui Group Co., Ltd. (Sui more
FDA Regulation of Medication Abortion - Recent Legal Developments Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB10919) on May 28, 2026, by legislative attorney Jennifer A. Staman:
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FDA Regulation of Medication Abortion: Recent Legal Developments
Regulation of medication abortion drugs is a salient issue for federal policymakers, particularly amid continued litigation over the conditions in which these drugs may be available to pregnant patients. Some of the more prominent pendi more
Federal Reserve Board - Current & Historical Membership Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, June 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48233) on May 27, 2026, entitled "Federal Reserve Board: Current and Historical Membership" by senior research librarian Ben Leubsdorf.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Federal Reserve (Fed), the U.S. central bank, is led by a seven-member Board of Governors based in Washington, DC.
The President appoints governors for 14-year terms with the advice and consent of the Senate. Each governo more
Hypothetical Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment Based on the Research Consumer Price Index for the Elderly Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12675) on May 27, 2026, by social policy analyst T. Lynn Sears.
Here are excerpts:
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A Hypothetical Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment Based on the Research Consumer Price Index for the Elderly
Background
The Social Security Administration (SSA) administers Social Security, a social insurance program that protects an insured worker and his or her eligible family mem more
Immigration-Related Crimes Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11436) on May 29, 2026, by deputy assistant director Michael John Garcia.
Here are excerpts:
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Immigration-Related Crimes
Through the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and other laws, Congress has established a comprehensive framework governing the admission, removal, and presence of people who are not citizens or nationals of the United States (aliens). These rul more
North Korea's Nuclear Weapons & Missile Programs Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10472) on May 29, 2026, by defense policy analyst Daniel M. Gettinger and nonproliferation specialist Mary Beth D. Nikitin:
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North Korea's Nuclear Weapons and Missile Programs
Overview
Over the past decade, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK, or North Korea) has advanced its nuclear weapons and ballistic missile programs, which has raised the threat Pyongyang more
WASHINGTON, June 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48959) on May 27, 2026, entitled "SBA Disaster Loan Credit Standards, Collateral Requirements and Debt Collection."
The report is written by public finance analyst Anthony A. Cilluffo, American national government specialist Bruce R. Lindsay and senior research librarian Maria Kreiser.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) provides low-interest, long- more
Trump Administration's FY2027 Small Business Administration Budget Request Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12694) on May 27, 2026, by public finance analyst Anthony A. Cilluffo and economic development policy analyst Adam G. Levin.
Here are excerpts:
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Trump Administration's FY2027 Small Business Administration (SBA) Budget Request
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) operates a range of programs to support small businesses. These include loan guarantee and venture capita more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
3 Massachusetts Members of Congress Urge Labor Department to Withdraw Rule Expanding Private Equity in Retirement Plans
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Three Massachusetts congressional members have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing its proposed rule titled "Fiduciary Duties in Selecting Designated Investment Alternatives." The letter expresses concerns about the rule's impact on Americans' retirement savings and broader economic consequences.
The proposed DOL rule would create a new "safe harbor" framework under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) for fiduciaries more
AdvaMed Opposes CMS Proposal to Repeal Alternative Payment Pathways for Breakthrough Devices
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Advanced Medical Technology Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) opposing proposed changes to the Fiscal Year 2027 Medicare Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS). The letter addresses CMS's proposal to repeal the alternative New Technology Add-on Payment (NTAP) and transitional pass-through (TPT) payment pathways for FDA-designated Breakthrough Devices and similar innovations.
AdvaMed more
Adventist Health Policy Association Addresses Medicare Payment and Quality Measure Proposals in Public Comment Letter
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Adventist Health Policy Association (AHPA), headquartered in Roseville, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services concerning the agency's Fiscal Year 2027 Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System proposed rule. Representing five Seventh-day Adventist affiliated health systems that operate nearly 100 hospitals and over 600 healthcare facilities nationwide, AHPA offers a comprehensive analysis of the proposal more
AFL-CIO Urges Labor Department to Limit Alternative Investments in 401(k) Plans
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO), alongside multiple affiliated labor unions, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA). The letter expresses profound concern over EBSA's proposed rule titled "Fiduciary Duties in Selecting Designated Investment Alternatives" (RIN 1210-AC38), specifically cautioning against the inclusion of certain alternative assets more
AICPA Urges IRS To Provide Clear Guidance On Donor Advised Funds And Related Excise Taxes
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Institute of CPAs has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the U.S. Department of the Treasury raising concerns and recommendations regarding Notice 2017-73 on donor advised funds (DAFs) and the application of excise taxes under Section 4967 of the Internal Revenue Code. The notice seeks input on rules governing the operation and funding of DAFs, particularly related to benefits provided to donors and donor advisors, the more
Allegan County Community Foundation Urges IRS to Maintain Current Donor Advised Fund Policies
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Allegan County Community Foundation, based in Allegan, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter addressing the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Notice 2017-73 concerning proposed regulatory changes to donor advised funds (DAFs). The foundation emphasizes the vital role these funds play in charitable giving and urges the Internal Revenue Service to preserve longstanding practices that support community fundraising efforts.
The foundation acknowledges that DAFs are more
America's Essential Hospitals Urges CMS To Enhance Prior Authorization And Support Tech Modernization
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- America's Essential Hospitals expressed strong support for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' initiatives to improve interoperability and prior authorization processes in a public comment letter submitted to the federal agency. The organization highlighted the critical role essential hospitals play in providing care to underserved and vulnerable populations, particularly those covered by Medicare and Medicaid, and urged CMS to consider additional measures to add more
America's Essential Hospitals Urges CMS to Protect Safety Net Providers in FY 2027 Medicare Payment Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- America's Essential Hospitals has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing concerns about the agency's proposed Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems (IPPS) rule for fiscal year 2027. The association, which represents more than 400 hospitals committed to providing high-quality care to underserved and low-income populations, cautions CMS against changes that could disproportionately strain essential hospital more
American Association of Critical-Care Nurses Urges CMS to Maintain Key Measures in Hospital Payment Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), based in Aliso Viejo, California, has provided comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the agency's proposed rule for the Medicare Program's Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems (IPPS) for Acute Care Hospitals and Long-Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System for fiscal year 2027. In its public comment letter, AACN stressed the importance of including nurses in procedur more
American Bankers Association Urges CFPB to Modify Proposed Mortgage Servicing Rule to Better Support Borrowers
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Bankers Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regarding the bureau's proposed revisions to Regulation X, which governs mortgage servicing. The ABA urges the CFPB to reconsider several key aspects of its July 2024 proposal intended to modernize mortgage servicing rules, emphasizing the importance of balancing borrower protections with practical and operational realities in the mortgage servicing ind more
American Bankers Association Urges Clear Stablecoin Regulations and Uniform Oversight
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Bankers Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), addressing the notice of proposed rulemaking on anti-money laundering (AML), countering the financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance requirements for permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs). The proposed rule, issued jointly by FinCEN and OFAC, seeks to imple more
American College of Cardiology Urges Improvements in Drug Prior Authorization and Interoperability Standards
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American College of Cardiology has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in response to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' (CMS) proposed rule addressing interoperability standards and prior authorization for drugs under Medicare Advantage, Medicaid Managed Care, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Qualified Health Plans on Federally-Facilitated Exchanges. The ACC, an authority on cardio more
American Fintech Council Advocates for Tailored Compliance Rules on Payment Stablecoin Issuers
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Fintech Council issued a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing the proposed rulemaking on Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) and sanctions compliance requirements for permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs). The comment letter reflects AFC's perspective as the largest and most diverse tra more
American Fintech Council Calls for Risk-Based AML Modernization With Emphasis on Innovation and Supervisory Consistency
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Fintech Council, representing over 150 financial technology companies and innovative banks, has expressed support for the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network's (FinCEN) proposed rulemaking on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Programs (AML/CFT). Through a public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, AFC emphasized the need for regulatory frameworks that foster responsible innovation, operational feasibi more
American Gaming Association Supports Stablecoin Compliance Rules for Casinos
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Gaming Association has provided a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network regarding proposed regulations on permitted payment stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act. The association, representing over 70 commercial and tribal casino operators and related stakeholders, expressed support for the proposed anti-money laundering (AML), combating the financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance measures.
The AGA emphasized the U more
American Gaming Association Urges FinCEN to Clarify and Adapt Anti-Money Laundering Rules for Casinos
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Gaming Association submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding proposed changes to anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) program requirements. The letter evaluates the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) published by FinCEN in April 2026 aimed at modernizing the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) compliance framework for financial institutions, including casinos.
The AGA represents more
American Hospital Association Urges CMS to Reform Long-Term Care Hospital Payments and Policies
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Hospital Association representing nearly 5,000 member hospitals including approximately 230 long-term care hospitals (LTCHs), as well as health systems, clinicians, and professional healthcare leaders, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The letter addresses concerns regarding CMS's fiscal year 2027 LTCH prospective payment system (PPS) proposed rule, urging the agency to strengthen payment updates and a more
American Institute of Architects Calls for Stronger FEMA to Enhance Disaster Resilience
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Institute of Architects has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regarding the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council's final report. The AIA urged urgent federal action to strengthen FEMA's capacity and improve the nation's disaster response and recovery systems in light of increasing extreme weather events.
The AIA highlighted the critical role architects play in disaster preparedness through hazar more
American Medical Rehabilitation Providers Raise Concerns Over CMS Joint Replacement Payment Model
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Medical Rehabilitation Providers Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) proposed rule. The letter focuses specifically on the proposed Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement Expanded (CJR-X) Model, which mandates selected acute care hospitals to participate in an episode-based payment program beginning October 1, 2027.
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American Pharmacists Association Urges HHS to Retain COVID-19 Vaccination Measures in Skilled Nursing Facility Quality Reporting Program
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Pharmacists Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) regarding the proposed rule updates to the Medicare Program's Prospective Payment System and Consolidated Billing for Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) for fiscal year 2027. The letter addresses HHS's proposal to remove two COVID-19 vaccination measures from the Skilled Nursing Facility Quality Reporting Program (QRP) beginning in fiscal year more
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Opposes Targeted Payment Cuts in Skilled Nursing Facilities
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing concerns about proposed adjustments to the Medicare Prospective Payment System for Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF PPS) for federal fiscal year 2027. ASHA represents over 247,000 professionals including audiologists and speech-language pathologists (SLPs) who provide critical care i more
Andreessen Horowitz Provides Recommendations on Treasury's Proposed Stablecoin Regulations
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Andreessen Horowitz, a venture capital firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California, has submitted public comments to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), both part of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, regarding the agencies' proposed rulemaking on anti-money laundering (AML), counter-financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance program requirements for permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs). more
Andreessen Horowitz Supports Risk-Based AML/CFT Reforms With Calls for Tailored Guidance and Protections for Investment Advisers
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Andreessen Horowitz, a leading venture capital firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California, has provided its perspective on the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network's proposal to modernize anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) program requirements. The comments were submitted in response to the public comment letter issued by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding new AML/CFT regula more
Animal Health Institute Urges FDA to Update Postapproval Change Guidances for Animal Drugs
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Animal Health Institute issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) addressing the agency's guidances on scale-up and postapproval changes (SUPAC) for certain drug dosage forms. AHI represents companies that develop and manufacture medicines, vaccines, and diagnostics for nearly 10 billion animals in the U.S. The letter supports FDA's efforts to revise SUPAC guidances while emphasizing the need to retain the risk-based framework that e more
Association of American Universities Challenges Education Department's Foreign Gifts Reporting Proposal
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Association of American Universities has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education expressing strong concerns about the agency's proposed Information Collection Request (ICR) related to disclosures of foreign gifts and contracts under Section 117 of the Higher Education Act of 1965. Representing 69 leading U.S. research universities, AAU raised legal, procedural, and constitutional objections to key aspects of the Department's proposal aimed more
Association of Zoos & Aquariums Supports Proposed Threatened Listing for Tope Shark Population Segments
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) regarding the agency's 12-month findings on a petition to list the Tope Shark as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The letter expresses AZA's support for listing the Southern Africa and Southwest Atlantic distinct population segments of the Tope Shark as threatened.
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Bank Policy Institute and The Clearing House Urge Clearer AML Rule Language and Innovation Protections
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Bank Policy Institute along with The Clearing House Association headquartered in New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network regarding the joint notice of proposed rulemaking from FinCEN and other federal agencies aimed at reforming anti-money laundering (AML) and countering the financing of terrorism (CFT) programs under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). The letter applauds the agencies' efforts to recalibrate AML/CFT programs tow more
Bay Area Community Foundation Urges Treasury to Maintain Current Donor Advised Fund Policies
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Bay Area Community Foundation, headquartered in Bay City, Michigan, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service regarding proposed changes in Treasury Notice 2017-73 on donor advised funds (DAFs). The foundation emphasized the importance of preserving the longstanding treatment of DAFs as public charity components and expressed concerns about several proposed policy shifts.
The foundation stressed that donor ad more
Better Markets Endorses FinCEN Whistleblower Program to Combat Financial Crimes
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Better Markets Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) expressing support for the agency's proposed whistleblower program. The program aims to incentivize and protect individuals who report potential violations of the Bank Secrecy Act and other statutes enforced by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the U.S. Department of Justice. Better Markets emphasized that such a program will bolster government efforts to pr more
Biosimilars Forum Supports FDA Guidance on Non-U.S.-Licensed Comparator Use in Biosimilar Development
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Biosimilars Forum, a non-profit organization that educates stakeholders on biosimilars and aims to expand access to biological medicines, submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration endorsing the agency's revised draft guidance titled "New and Revised Draft Q&As on Biosimilar Development and the BPCI Act (Revision 4)." The guidance clarifies the legal and scientific standards surrounding the use of non-U.S.-licensed comparator products to supp more
Blockaid Proposes Enhancements to Anti-Money Laundering and Compliance Rules for Stablecoin Issuers
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Blockaid, a blockchain security company headquartered in San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) within the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The letter addresses the joint notice of proposed rulemaking titled Permitted Payment Stablecoin Issuer Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism Program and Sanctions Compliance Program Requireme more
Blockchain Association Supports Department of Labor's Proposed Rule on Digital Asset Investments in Retirement Plans
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Blockchain Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration endorsing the agency's proposed rule on fiduciary duties related to selecting designated investment alternatives under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). The letter supports the department's intent to provide retirement plan fiduciaries with a framework that allows inclusion of digital assets in investment option more
Blockchain Association Urges Refinements to FinCEN and OFAC Proposed Stablecoin Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Blockchain Association, a leading nonprofit advocacy group representing digital asset companies, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding proposed regulations establishing anti-money laundering (AML), countering the financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance programs for permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs). The proposed rule, developed jointly by FinCEN and th more
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Advocates for Enhanced Quality Measures in Medicare Payment Programs
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) Rule. The letter outlines recommendations aimed at improving Medicare's hospital inpatient payment systems, quality reporting, and policy changes with a focus on enhancing beneficiary outcomes and supporting hospitals in delivering high-quality care.
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BlueCore Energy Highlights Licensing Challenges for Maritime Nuclear Reactors in Public Comment Letter
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- BlueCore Energy, a clean energy company headquartered in San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission regarding the agency's proposed Part 57 rule, which establishes licensing requirements for microreactors and other small reactors with comparable risk profiles. The letter focuses on the applicability of the proposed licensing framework to maritime nuclear energy applications, including floating nuclear power pl more
Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Raises Safety Concerns Over FRA Automated Track Inspection Waiver
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division, International Brotherhood of Teamsters submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration expressing concerns about the Automated Track Inspection (ATI) waiver granted to BNSF Railway Company. The letter provides supplemental commentary and amendments following a review of BNSF's first monthly report under the waiver framework in Docket No. FRA-2025-0059.
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CalBio Calls on Treasury and IRS to Update Regulations to Support Renewable Natural Gas Industry
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- California Bioenergy LLC (CalBio), headquartered in Visalia, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), urging the agencies to address three key implementation issues related to the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The letter highlights challenges faced by the renewable natural gas (RNG) industry in accessing credits for fuels derived from animal manure due to outdated modeling tools more
California Association for Health Services at Home Criticizes CMS Hospice Payment and Policy Proposals
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The California Association for Health Services at Home (CAHSAH), based in Sacramento, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update, Hospice Conditions of Participation Updates, and Hospice Quality Reporting Program Requirements. CAHSAH raised concerns about the proposed payment rate update, the use of the Service and Spending Variation Index (SSV more
California Life Sciences Urges FDA to Modernize Scale-Up and Postapproval Changes Guidance to Boost Domestic Manufacturing
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- California Life Sciences (CLS), a premier advocacy organization representing over 1,300 members across the life sciences ecosystem headquartered in Sacramento, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding its request for input on recommendations to update the Scale-Up and Postapproval Changes (SUPAC) guidance documents. These guidances address post-approval chemistry, manufacturing, and controls (CMC) changes fo more
CalSavers Retirement Savings Board: State Auto-IRA Programs Urged To Receive Equal AML/CFT Treatment As ERISA Plans
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- CalSavers Retirement Savings Board, based in Sacramento, California, has urged the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) within the U.S. Department of the Treasury to address regulatory inconsistencies that undermine retirement savings policy while providing limited anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) benefits. CalSavers submitted a public comment letter advocating for state-administered automatic enrollment IRA programs, or "s more
Capital Region Community Foundation Advocates for Donor Advised Fund Protections in Response to IRS Notice
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Capital Region Community Foundation, headquartered in Lansing, Michigan, submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service addressing Treasury Department Notice 2017-73 concerning Donor Advised Funds (DAFs). The foundation emphasizes the importance of DAFs as public charity components and urges the agency to maintain current practices related to their management and grantmaking.
The response highlights two foundational principles: that DAFs function as more
Carlsmed Supports CMS Proposals to Enhance Coding and Payment for Personalized Spinal Fusion Technology
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Carlsmed, headquartered in Carlsbad, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, regarding the Medicare Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) proposed rule for Fiscal Year 2027. The company expressed strong support for CMS's proposals to establish new Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Groups (MS-DRGs) for extensive spinal fusion procedur more
Celiac Disease Foundation Urges FDA to Include Gluten in Food Allergen Threshold Framework
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Celiac Disease Foundation, headquartered in Los Angeles, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration addressing the agency's approach to food allergen thresholds. The Foundation advocates for the inclusion of gluten and celiac disease in the FDA's risk-based threshold framework, aligning U.S. policy with international scientific consensus and improving food safety for millions of Americans affected by this autoimmune condition more
Center for Sportfishing Policy Urges NOAA to Withdraw 2008 Vessel Speed Rule Citing Legal and Technological Concerns
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Center for Sportfishing Policy submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) concerning the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) to amend the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule. The letter argues that the 2008 Vessel Speed Rule exceeds NOAA's statutory authority under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and calls for the adoption of a modern, more
Charlevoix County Community Foundation Advocates for Donor Advised Fund Flexibility in IRS Rule Review
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Charlevoix County Community Foundation, headquartered in East Jordan, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding Notice 2017-73 issued by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The foundation, which manages numerous donor advised funds (DAFs), emphasized the critical role these funds play in supporting community welfare and addressed multiple sections of the proposed Treasury guidelines concerning DAF usage.
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CHIME Urges CMS to Alleviate Hospital IT Compliance Burdens in Medicare Payment Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME), headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) responding to the agency's proposed fiscal year 2027 hospital inpatient prospective payment system (IPPS) rule. CHIME, representing healthcare IT executives, raised concerns about the increasing operational and financial pressures on more
CIEBA Urges Department of Labor to Refine Fiduciary Duties Rule to Support Prudent Innovation
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Committee on the Investment of Employee Benefit Assets submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration addressing the department's proposed rule titled "Fiduciary Duties in Selecting Designated Investment Alternatives." Representing senior investment fiduciaries responsible for over $2 trillion in retirement plan assets, CIEBA conveyed strong support for the department's effort while recommending refinements more
Clean Water Action Supports Expanded Contaminant List for Safer Drinking Water
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Clean Water Action/Clean Water Fund submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the draft Sixth Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 6). The national environmental organization emphasized the importance of including disinfection byproducts (DBPs), per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and microplastics as emerging contaminants requiring further evaluation under the Safe Drinking Water Act.
The organization suppor more
ClearFlow Seeks Improved Medicare Payment for Active Mechanical Clearance in Cardiac Surgery
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- ClearFlow, Inc., headquartered in Irvine, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the FY 2027 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) proposed rule. The company urged CMS to reevaluate and refine Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Group (MS-DRG) payments for cardiac surgery cases involving Active Mechanical Clearance (AMC), a technology distinct from conventional passive chest drainage systems used more
Coinbase Advocates for Inclusive and Risk-Based Anti-Money Laundering Reform at U.S. Department of the Treasury
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Coinbase Global, Inc., headquartered in San Francisco, California, provided comprehensive feedback to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking aimed at modernizing the anti-money laundering (AML) and countering the financing of terrorism (CFT) programs. The public comment letter highlights Coinbase's support for the Treasury's efforts to adopt a risk-based, outcomes-focused regulatory fra more
ColigoMed Urges CMS to Enforce Electronic Prior Authorization Standards for Drugs
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- ColigoMed, Inc., a healthcare technology company based in San Jose, California, addressed the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the proposed Interoperability Standards and Prior Authorization for Drugs rule, CMS-0062-P. The company focused on the importance of expanding electronic prior authorization (PA) requirements to drugs under both medical and pharmacy benefit pathways and shared operational insights to aid the agency's rulemaking.
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Comments From AML Expert Highlight Gaps in Proposed Federal Anti-Money Laundering Rules
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- iKinetiq Innovation Solutions, a compliance consulting firm, submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding the agency's proposed rules on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) programs. The correspondence also addressed companion proposals from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and National Credit Union Administration (NCUA more
Conference of State Bank Supervisors Opposes Interim Final Rule on National Bank Non-Interest Fees
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Conference of State Bank Supervisors has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency expressing strong opposition to the interim final rule concerning National Bank Non-Interest Charges and Fees. The letter criticizes the agency's efforts to amend regulatory language governing national banks' authority to charge interchange fees, warning that the rule is unnecessary, overly broad, and risks creating conflicts with state consumer f more
Conference of State Bank Supervisors Urges Risk-Based Focus in AML Enforcement Process
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Conference of State Bank Supervisors submitted a public comment letter addressing proposed reforms by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) alongside the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). These federal agencies have put forward a rule intended to modernize the anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) programs under t more
Congressional Fire Services Institute Urges Caution in FEMA Reform Plans
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Congressional Fire Services Institute along with several allied fire and emergency services organizations, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security concerning the Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council's recent report on FEMA reform. The letter expresses both appreciation for the alignment in certain areas of the report and caution about proposed policy directions that could impact national emergency preparedness.
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Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation Urges Technology Focus for North Atlantic Right Whale Conservation
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) regarding the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) about potential reforms to the 2008 North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule. The letter emphasized the importance of adopting innovative, technology-driven solutions to effectively protect the endangered right whale pop more
Connecticut Association for Healthcare at Home Expresses Concerns on CMS FY 2027 Hospice Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Connecticut Association for Healthcare at Home (CAHCH), based in Hartford, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) addressing the FY 2027 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update proposed rule. The association, representing a diverse membership of hospice and home health leaders in Connecticut, outlined their perspectives on various components of the proposal, emphasizing the state's stringent licensing and oversigh more
Consumer Choice Center Urges FDA to Approve Flavored ENDS to Protect Public Health
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Consumer Choice Center, a Washington, D.C.-based consumer advocacy group, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's draft guidance on flavored electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) premarket applications. The letter emphasizes the decline in youth use of ENDS, the public health benefits of authorizing flavored ENDS, and the need for the agency to address issues created by restrictive regulatory approache more
COSCDA Submits Comments on HUD HOME Investment Partnerships Program Updates
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Council of State Community Development Agencies has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regarding further updates to the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME). COSCDA represents state agencies managing HUD's Community Planning and Development grants, including HOME, and provided feedback on the proposed rule changes for 2025.
COSCDA expressed understanding of HUD's removal of a rule allowing an increase more
Council for Global Equality Urges State Department to Reissue Foreign Assistance Recordkeeping Proposal
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Council for Global Equality has urged the U.S. Department of State to reissue its proposed information collection notice concerning Foreign Assistance Recordkeeping Requirements. The group submitted a public comment letter outlining serious concerns about the Department's current approach to implementing new recordkeeping mandates outlined in several final rules related to foreign assistance funding.
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Cruise Lines International Association Urges Practical Whale Vessel Strike Rule Amendments
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Cruise Lines International Association has submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) regarding amendments to the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule. CLIA supports NOAA's goal to reduce vessel-strike risks for endangered North Atlantic right whales but advocates for a risk-based regulatory approach that considers the operational realities of large passenger vessels.
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Crypto Council for Innovation Supports Proposed DOL Rule to Expand Retirement Investment Options
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Crypto Council for Innovation, a global alliance of digital asset industry leaders, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) regarding the agency's proposed rule titled "Fiduciary Duties in Selecting Designated Investment Alternatives" (RIN 1210-AC38). The letter lauds the proposed regulation for its goal of alleviating regulatory burdens and litigation risks that have limited American workers' more
Crypto Council for Innovation Urges FinCEN to Modernize AML Rules for Digital Assets
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Crypto Council for Innovation, a global digital asset industry alliance, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding its proposed rulemaking focused on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering Financing of Terrorism (CFT) programs. The Council expressed strong support for FinCEN's efforts to modernize the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) while urging several clarifications and expansions to more
CSBS Advocates For Flexible Stablecoin Transaction Controls And Optional FinCEN Consultation In AML Oversight
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Conference of State Bank Supervisors has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) addressing the joint proposal on anti-money laundering/countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) and sanctions compliance requirements for permitted payment stablecoin issuers. The proposal aims to implement provisions of the GENIUS Act related to stablecoi more
CSNK2A1 Foundation Voices Concerns Over Proposed Changes to Federal Research Funding Guidance
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The CSNK2A1 Foundation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regarding the proposed revisions to 2 CFR Part 200, the guidance document governing federal financial assistance. The foundation expressed deep concerns that the proposed rule changes would undermine the integrity, independence, and productivity of federally funded scientific research in the United States.
The organization criticizes the proposal for replacing co more
Dairy Council of California Advocates for Expanded Milk Options in Child Nutrition Programs
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Dairy Council of California, based in Modesto, CA, submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Nutrition Administration of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) addressing Docket no. FNS-2026-0067 regarding fluid milk options in Child Nutrition Programs. The organization emphasized milk's vital role in providing essential nutrients and supporting children's health at various fat levels, advocating for the flexibility to serve whole and reduced-fat milk.
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Danaher Corp. Urges CMS to Support Diagnostic Innovation in FY 2027 Hospital Payment Policies
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Danaher Corp. has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the agency's proposed updates to the Medicare Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) for fiscal year 2027. The comments focus on policies affecting diagnostic technologies and hospital reimbursement models, emphasizing the importance of fostering innovation in inpatient care to improve patient outcomes and reduce health care costs.
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DCIIA Urges Clarification and Support for Fiduciary Discretion in DOL's Proposed Investment Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Defined Contribution Institutional Investment Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's proposed rule on fiduciary duties in selecting designated investment alternatives (RIN 1210-AC38). DCIIA expressed strong support for the Department's objectives to empower plan fiduciaries through a flexible, asset-neutral framework emphasizing prudent processes and participant outcomes.
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DeFi Education Fund and Solana Policy Institute Advocate Focused Stablecoin Regulation
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The DeFi Education Fund and Solana Policy Institute have jointly submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding proposed regulations on permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs). The proposal, issued by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), outlines anti-money laundering (AML), combating the financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance requirements under the Guidin more
DHR Health Advocates for Expanded Physician-Owned Hospital Participation in Medicare Innovation Models
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Doctors Hospital at Renaissance, based in Edinburg, Texas, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services detailing its support for the inclusion of physician-owned hospitals in upcoming Medicare Innovation Center initiatives. Specifically, the health system addresses the agency's Request for Information on potentially expanding the Transforming Episode Accountability Model to allow voluntary participation by POHs.
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Digital Asset Holdings Urges Flexible Regulatory Approach for Payment Stablecoin Issuers
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Digital Asset Holdings, LLC, a technology firm headquartered in Palo Alto, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the proposed rulemaking on Permitted Payment Stablecoin Issuer Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism Program and Sanctions Compliance Program Requirements issued jointly by the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network and Office of Foreign Assets Control. The letter offers deta more
Digital Chamber Urges Clarity and Innovation in FinCEN's Anti-Money Laundering Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Digital Chamber addressed the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury in a public comment letter detailing recommendations on the agency's proposed modernization of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). Representing over 250 companies in the digital asset and blockchain ecosystem, the association emphasized its strong support for FinCEN's goal to improve anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) program more
Digital Chamber Urges Clear Role-Based Regulations for Stablecoin Compliance Programs
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Digital Chamber, a trade association representing over 250 companies in blockchain and digital asset sectors, submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking on Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) and sanctions compliance programs for permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs).
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Electronic Transactions Association Backs FinCEN Modernization of Anti-Money Laundering Programs
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Electronic Transactions Association has expressed strong support for the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network's (FinCEN) proposed rulemaking on the modernization of Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) programs. ETA submitted a public comment letter addressing the Department of the Treasury's efforts to reshape regulatory requirements under docket number FINCEN-2026-0034, RIN 1506-AB72, emphasizing the importance of risk-based compl more
EMD Serono Urges FDA to Enhance Digital Health Technology Engagement in Drug Development
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- EMD Serono, the Healthcare business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, headquartered in Billerica, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration addressing its Request for Information on advancing the use of digital health technologies (DHTs) in clinical investigations for drugs and biological products. The company highlighted challenges and opportunities associated with DHT integration in drug development and offered recommendat more
Endowment for Clean Oceans Urges EPA to Keep Microplastics on Contaminant Candidate List and Expand Drinking Water Research
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Endowment for Clean Oceans, headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water supporting the inclusion of microplastics as a priority contaminant group in the draft Sixth Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 6). The organization urged the EPA to maintain microplastics on the final list and prioritize the development of validated measurement methods for microplasti more
Environmental Defense Fund Criticizes FEMA Review Council Report on Disaster Management Reform
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Environmental Defense Fund submitted a public comment letter to the Department of Homeland Security regarding the Final Report of the FEMA Review Council. Representing over three million members, EDF applied its expertise in science, economics, and law to evaluate the proposals aimed at improving the federal emergency management system, particularly concerning flood risk management and disaster response.
EDF acknowledged the report's identification of areas needing im more
Environmental Defense Fund Highlights Deficiencies in EPA's Phthalic Anhydride Risk Evaluation
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), headquartered in New York, NY, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the agency's Draft Risk Evaluation for Phthalic Anhydride under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The letter identifies notable shortcomings in the EPA's assessment, raising concerns that the agency's current approach significantly underestimates risks posed to workers, consumers, fenceline communities more
Environmental Protection Network Seeks Extension for EPA Tier 4 Vehicle Emissions Rule Comment Period
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Environmental Protection Network, a group comprised of over 750 former Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) staff and appointees, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requesting an extension of the comment period for a proposed revision to Tier 4 criteria pollutant standards. The proposal under review involves a two-year delay in the implementation of Tier 4 emissions standards for light- and medium-duty vehicles covering m more
ERLC Urges CMS to Ban Federal Funding for Physician-Assisted Suicide in Hospice Care
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the proposed fiscal year 2027 updates to the Medicare Hospice Wage Index and related quality reporting program requirements. The ERLC's response addresses concerns about physician-assisted suicide (PAS) or "medical aid in dying" (MAiD) practices more
Eutropics Pharmaceuticals Addresses FDA on Innovative Diagnostic Platform for Cancer Treatment Efficacy
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Eutropics Pharmaceuticals, headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), presenting an innovative diagnostic assay platform designed to enhance the prediction of efficacy for BH3-mimetic drugs in cancer treatment. The platform, known as PRIMABs-DX, leverages a panel of novel conformation-specific antibodies to quantitatively assess mitochondrial priming states in cancer cells, providing insi more
FasterCures Urges FDA to Prioritize Equity and Community Inclusion in AI-Enabled Clinical Trials Pilot
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- FasterCures, a biomedical innovation initiative of the Milken Institute submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the agency's AI-Enabled Optimization of Early-Phase Clinical Trials Pilot Program. The letter addresses the FDA's request for information (RFI) on the design and implementation of a pilot aimed at using artificial intelligence to accelerate clinical trials and regulatory decision-making. FasterCures draws on year more
Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association Foundation Criticizes FDA Draft Guidance on Flavored E-Cigarettes
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association Foundation submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Center for Tobacco Products regarding the agency's draft guidance on flavored electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) and the associated youth risk. The organization represents over 33,000 federal law enforcement officers and expressed concerns that the draft guidance fails to address the ongoing presence of illegal flavored vape produc more
Federation of American Hospitals Urges CMS to Reconsider Proposed Mandatory Joint Replacement Payment Model
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Federation of American Hospitals has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing serious concerns about the agency's proposed Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement Expanded (CJR-X) Model. This model, outlined in CMS's Proposed Rule for Fiscal Year 2027, aims to expand episode-based payment initiatives nationwide but mandates provider participation, a feature strongly opposed by FAH and its member hospitals.
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FGA Action Urges Stronger Measures to Combat Fraud and Protect Lawful Banking in FinCEN Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- FGA Action, a policy organization, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) supporting the agency's proposed rule aimed at modernizing anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) programs. The organization applauds the shift toward a risk-based, results-oriented approach but emphasizes the need for enhancements to address key concerns in law enforcement and finan more
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Ursa Major Associates, a financial crimes risk management firm, submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network regarding the agency's proposed rule on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) programs. The letter provides professional feedback aimed at clarifying key aspects of the rule to improve its implementation and enforcement.
Ursa Major Associates focuses on advising clients about managing risks relate more
Financial Services Institute Supports DOL Proposal on Fiduciary Duties With Recommendations for Clarifications
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Financial Services Institute has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) regarding the Employee Benefits Security Administration's (EBSA) proposed rule titled Fiduciary Duties in Selecting Designated Investment Alternatives. The letter commends the agency's efforts to clarify fiduciary obligations under ERISA and establish a process-oriented framework for evaluating investment options in participant-directed retirement plans.
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Financial Services Institute Supports FinCEN's Enhanced AML/CFT Rule Proposal
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Financial Services Institute submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) expressing support for the agency's proposal to modernize anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) programs pursuant to the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020. The institute represents 130,000 independent financial advisors across all 50 states and advocates for independent financial services firms.
The Financial Services more
Financial Technology Association Proposes Enhancements to AML Program Rule for Financial Institutions
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Financial Technology Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), and the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) concerning the proposed rule to reform anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) program requirements for financial institution more
Financial Technology Association Urges Enhanced Clarity in AML Program Rule Proposal
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Financial Technology Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), and National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) regarding their proposed rule to reform anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) program requirements under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). Representing banks, money services b more
Flexible Packaging Association Supports OSHA Proposal to Repeal Ladder Safety Compliance Deadline
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), part of the U.S. Department of Labor, regarding the agency's proposal to remove the compliance deadline for implementing personal fall arrest systems on fixed tall ladders over 24 feet. The proposal seeks to repeal the existing November 18, 2036 deadline set by OSHA's 2016 standard.
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Flexible Packaging Association Urges EPA to Delay Microplastics Listing on Contaminant Candidate List
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) expressing concerns about the proposed inclusion of microplastics on the agency's Draft Sixth Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 6) for drinking water. The association cautions that the science surrounding microplastics remains insufficiently developed to justify regulatory action under the Safe Drinking Water Act more
Florence Healthcare Urges Federal Agency to Preserve Scientific Independence in Research Funding Rules
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Florence Healthcare, headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) expressing opposition to proposed revisions to regulations governing Federal financial assistance. The organization expressed concern that the proposed rule would introduce political review processes into federally funded scientific and biomedical research.
Florence Healthcare described the research ecosystem as fragile and emphas more
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Flow Insurance Services Inc., headquartered in Lafayette, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the President's Council to Assess the Federal Emergency Management Agency, part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Washington, D.C., regarding the Council's report and recommendations on reforming the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Flow's letter focuses on endorsing the strategic shift toward increased private flood insurance market participa more
Foundation for Defense of Democracies Highlights AML Reform Concerns for National Security
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Foundation for Defense of Democracies has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) programs. FDD's Center on Economic and Financial Power (CEFP) recognizes the importance of reforming the AML/CFT framework but raises concerns about elements of the proposed rule more
Four County Community Foundation Responds to Treasury Proposals on Donor Advised Funds
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Four County Community Foundation, based in Almont, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing Notice 2017-73 concerning proposed regulations on Donor Advised Funds (DAFs). The foundation emphasized the critical role DAFs play in public charities and urged the Treasury to maintain existing policies that facilitate charitable giving through these funds.
The organization outlined two foundational principles: first, t more
GECU Federal Credit Union Supports NCUA's Risk-Based AML/CFT Proposal With Calls for Greater Clarity
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- GECU Federal Credit Union, headquartered in El Paso, Texas, provided a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration regarding the agency's proposed rule on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism programs. The letter conveyed support for the proposed implementation of the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 and its risk-based framework designed to enhance identification, assessment, and mitigation of illicit finance risks.
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GeoComply Urges Stronger Location Verification Standards for Stablecoin Compliance Programs
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- GeoComply Solutions has submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) addressing the proposed rule on anti-money laundering (AML), countering the financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance program requirements for Permitted Payment Stablecoin Issuers (PPSIs). GeoComply, a company specializing in location intelligence and fraud prevention technologies, articulated its support for the rule's objectives while urging enhance more
Getty Trust Proposes Changes to IRS Rules on Donor-Advised Fund Payments for Memberships and Event Tickets
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The J. Paul Getty Trust, headquartered in Los Angeles, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding Notice 2017-73, which addresses excise taxes related to donor-advised funds (DAFs). The Getty Trust seeks reconsideration of current IRS positions concerning the use of DAF distributions to cover the deductible portions of memberships with charitable organizations and tickets to charity-sponsored events.
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Global Blockchain Business Council Urges FinCEN to Modernize AML/CFT Programs With Risk-Based Approach
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Global Blockchain Business Council has expressed its position on the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) proposed rule to update anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) program requirements under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). Representing stakeholders in blockchain, digital assets, and emerging technologies, GBBC emphasized the necessity of modernizing AML/CFT frameworks as critical infrastruct more
Global Blockchain Business Council Urges Flexible Risk-Based Approach for Payment Stablecoin Regulations
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Global Blockchain Business Council USA, a leading non-profit association, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regarding proposed regulations on Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) and sanctions compliance for permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs). The letter advises regulatory frameworks that a more
Grand Rapids Community Foundation Supports Flexibility in Donor Advised Fund Regulations
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Grand Rapids Community Foundation, headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding Notice 2017-73 from the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The letter addresses proposed positions on Donor Advised Funds (DAFs), emphasizing the foundation's long-standing support for these philanthropic vehicles and recommending policies that maintain their established operational flexibility.
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Greater Boston Legal Services Opposes HUD Proposal to Remove Voucher Holder Protections
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Greater Boston Legal Services (GBLS), a nonprofit legal aid organization based in Boston, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expressing opposition to proposed changes to the HOME Investment Partnerships Program. The letter addresses HUD's Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (SNPR) issued on April 30, 2026, which GBLS contends would negatively impact low-income tenants, particularly holde more
Greenpeace USA Urges NOAA to Deny American Metal Resources Deep Seabed Mining License Application
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Greenpeace USA has submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) strongly opposing the American Metal Resources LLC (AMR) application for a deep seabed mining exploration license under the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act (DSHMRA). Through this letter, Greenpeace highlights substantial environmental, cultural, financial, and governance concerns associated with AMR's request to conduct exploration activities in the Cla more
GS1 US Urges FDA to Adopt Interoperable Standards for Cosmetics E-Labeling
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- GS1 US, based in Ewing, New Jersey, submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) addressing preparations for the twentieth International Cooperation on Cosmetics Regulation (ICCR-20) annual meeting. The organization advocated for modernizing cosmetics labeling through e-labeling and digital information using GS1's globally recognized standards. The objective is to ensure consistency, scalability, and consumer protection across jurisdictions.
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Highlander Health Calls for Regulatory Reforms to Support Digital Health Technologies in Drug Development
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Highlander Health, a healthcare innovation organization based in Boston, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) addressing the agency's efforts to advance the use of digital health technologies (DHTs) in clinical investigations of drugs and biological products. The letter provides an extensive analysis of existing regulatory challenges and concrete recommendations aimed at improving the evaluation, validation, and in more
HIMSS Electronic Health Record Association Urges Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to Align Quality Programs With Industry Readiness and Clarify Electronic Prior Authorization Policies
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The HIMSS Electronic Health Record Association, Chicago, Illinois, has provided a public comment letter to the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the agency's proposed changes to Medicare quality programs and payment systems for acute and long-term care hospitals in fiscal year 2027. The association, representing nearly 30 companies supplying the majority of electronic health records systems used by U.S. hospitals and physicians, voiced support for mod more
Home Care and Hospice Association of New Jersey Submits Comments on FY 2027 Hospice Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Home Care and Hospice Association of New Jersey, based in Cranford, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the FY 2027 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update, Hospice Conditions of Participation Updates, and Hospice Quality Reporting Program Requirements Proposed Rule, CMS-1851-P. The letter addresses multiple aspects of the proposed rule, which was issued by CMS on April 2, 2026.
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Human Interest Advisors Urges Clarifications in DOL Fiduciary Duty Rule for Small Retirement Plans
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Human Interest Advisors LLC, an investment advisory firm based in San Francisco, California, issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration regarding the agency's proposed rule on fiduciary duties in selecting designated investment alternatives (RIN 1210-AC38). The company, which serves tens of thousands of small and mid-sized 401(k) and 403(b) plans as a 3(38) discretionary investment manager and QDIA provider, c more
Humane World for Animals Urges FDA to Advance Non-Animal Testing in Cosmetics Regulation
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Humane World for Animals submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the agency's preparation for the International Cooperation on Cosmetics Regulation (ICCR) Twentieth Annual Meeting. The organization expressed support for harmonizing international cosmetics regulations, particularly emphasizing the replacement of animal testing with alternative scientific methods.
The letter highlighted that 45 countries and 12 U.S. states more
Hy-Line Cruises Seeks Exemption From NOAA Right Whale Speed Regulations in Nantucket Sound
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Hy-Line Cruises, a privately owned passenger ferry company headquartered in Hyannis, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) regarding the agency's proposed expansion of speed restrictions aimed at protecting the North Atlantic Right Whale. The letter requests exemptions for Nantucket Sound and all ferry services operating there from the proposed seasonal mandatory speed zones and dynamic speed zone more
Illinois HomeCare & Hospice Council Expresses Concerns Over Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Proposed Hospice Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Illinois HomeCare & Hospice Council, Springfield, Illinois, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update and Hospice Quality Reporting Program Requirements Proposed Rule. IHHC highlighted significant concerns about the proposed mandatory hospice election statement addendum and the use of the Special Focus Program and Suspicious Spending Variability Index.
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Institute for Free Speech Urges IRS to Withdraw Proposed Donor Disclosure Rule for Donor Advised Funds
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Institute for Free Speech, a nonprofit organization that advocates for First Amendment political rights, has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) opposing proposed new reporting requirements related to donor advised funds. The proposal, contemplated by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the IRS under Notice 2017-73, would treat contributions from donor advised funds as indirect contributions from the underlying donors, requiring more
InterAction Raises Concerns Over Compliance Burdens in State Department Foreign Assistance Proposal
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- InterAction, the largest U.S.-based alliance of international nonprofits, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of State regarding the Proposed Information Collection on Foreign Assistance Requirements published earlier this year. The organization expressed concerns that the department underestimates the recordkeeping and compliance burdens posed by the Promoting Human Flourishing in Foreign Assistance (PHFFA) regulations.
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International Fund for Animal Welfare Urges NOAA to Maintain North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Speed Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), headquartered in Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Fisheries (NOAA Fisheries) concerning the proposed amendments to the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule. IFAW, supported by experts including marine mammal veterinarians, biologists, and retired Coast Guard personnel, emphasized the critical importance of retaining more
Intuitive Urges CMS to Retain Alternative Payment Pathways for Breakthrough Medical Technologies
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Intuitive, headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding the FY 2027 Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System proposed rule. The company emphasized the importance of preserving the New Technology Add-on Payment (NTAP) alternative pathways that facilitate Medicare beneficiary access to FDA-designated Breakthrough Devices such as the da Vinci robotic-assisted surgical system.
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Investment Adviser Association Supports Risk-Based Approach to AML Revisions at Financial Crimes Enforcement Network
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Investment Adviser Association provided a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), expressing support and offering detailed recommendations on FinCEN's proposal to modernize the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and implement provisions of the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 (AML Act). The IAA emphasized its alignment with FinCEN's objectives of detecting and preventing money laundering and terrorist financing throughout the financial system w more
Jewish Federation of North America Urges Clarification on Donor-Advised Funds and Excise Tax Regulations
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Jewish Federation of North America (JFNA), New York, has submitted comments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding IRS Notice 2017-73. The notice addresses potential regulations under section 4967 of the Internal Revenue Code relating to excise taxes on certain transactions involving donor advised funds (DAFs). JFNA expressed concerns about proposed interpretations of what constitutes a "more than incidental benefit" to donors and related persons from distribu more
Juul Labs Urges FDA to Reform Flavored ENDS Regulation to Combat Illicit Market and Protect Public Health
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Juul Labs, Inc., headquartered in San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's draft guidance on flavored electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) premarket applications and considerations related to youth risk. The letter addresses the challenges facing the U.S. ENDS marketplace, urging the FDA to adopt a more comprehensive and efficient regulatory framework to combat the illicit market more
Keck Medicine of USC Highlights Concerns Over Medicare IPPS Proposed Rule for Fiscal Year 2027
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Keck Medicine of the University of Southern California, an academic health system headquartered in Los Angeles, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the FY 2027 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) Proposed Rule. The health system, which encompasses four hospitals including Keck Hospital of USC, USC Norris Cancer Hospital, USC Arcadia Hospital, and USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, urged CMS to recon more
Kennedy Krieger Institute Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Kennedy Krieger Institute, a pediatric research and rehabilitation hospital based in Baltimore, Maryland, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Management and Budget regarding the proposed revision of the government-wide Uniform Guidance under 2 CFR Part 200. The letter, authored by the institute's Research Contracts Manager, addresses concerns about provisions that could affect federally funded biomedical research.
The institute urges withdrawal or more
Ketamine Taskforce Urges FDA to Prioritize Racemic Ketamine for Refractory Chronic Pain Evaluation
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Ketamine Taskforce submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) urging the agency to prioritize severe refractory chronic pain conditions, particularly complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) and refractory neuropathic pain, for drug repurposing initiatives. The letter emphasizes the potential of racemic ketamine hydrochloride injection as a high-priority candidate for focused evidence review and further data development under the FDA' more
LeadingAge Nebraska Urges Careful Consideration of 2027 Skilled Nursing Facility Payment and Reporting Changes
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- LeadingAge Nebraska, a nonprofit organization representing aging services providers based in Lincoln, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule. The organization expressed concerns about financial pressures, workforce shortages, and increasing costs faced by skilled nursing facilities, especially in rural and underserved more
Lenawee Community Foundation Responds to IRS Notice on Donor Advised Funds
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Lenawee Community Foundation of Adrian, Michigan, submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service expressing its views on Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) as outlined in Notice 2017-73 by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The foundation highlighted its two key principles: DAFs are public charities, and grants from these funds should be treated similarly to individual charitable deductions.
The foundation opposed the Treasury's suggestion to prohibit DAF more
Los Angeles County Urges FEMA to Recognize Underinsurance in Disaster Assistance Policies
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management, headquartered in Los Angeles, California, provided comprehensive input to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council regarding the agency's Final Report on disaster recovery reform. Drawing from frequent disaster experiences including wildfires and tropical storms, the county emphasized the importance of federal assistance during overwhelming emergencies.
The county highlighted the need for FEMA to more
Madhav Surfaces Urges Exclusion of Oman Imports From Quartz Surface Safeguards
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Madhav Surfaces FZC LLC, a quartz surface producer headquartered in Sohar, Oman, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) regarding the potential safeguard measures following the U.S. International Trade Commission's (USITC) findings on quartz surface products (QSP) imports. The company, represented by Crowell & Moring LLP urged the USTR to exclude Oman-origin quartz surface imports from any safeguard remedies recommended or i more
Main Street Foundation Supports OSHA Proposal to Remove Fixed Ladder Retrofit Deadline
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Main Street Foundation submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on revisions to the Walking-Working Surfaces standard. The foundation's Center for Regulatory Analysis and Engagement (CRAE) expressed strong support for OSHA's proposal to remove the November 18, 2036 deadline requiring retrofitting of fixed ladders with personal fall arrest s more
Main Street Foundation Supports USDA Forest Service Proposal to Modernize Administrative Site Leasing
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Main Street Foundation submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service endorsing its proposed rule to exempt administrative site leases from the special-use authorization framework. The proposal aims to update leasing practices for underutilized federal properties by applying leasing structures that align more closely with commercial real estate standards, facilitating private investment and redevelopment while retaining federal more
Main Street Foundation Urges Risk-Based Approach to Stablecoin Anti-Money Laundering Rules
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Main Street Foundation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury in response to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) proposed rulemaking on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) and sanctions compliance for permitted payment stablecoin issuers. The Foundation's Center for Regulatory Analysis and Engagement (CRAE) provided detailed recommendati more
Manistee Community Foundation Urges IRS to Maintain Donor Advised Fund Practices
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Manistee County Community Foundation of Manistee, Michigan, issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury expressing its concerns and recommendations regarding Notice 2017-73 on donor advised funds (DAFs). The community foundation highlighted the important role DAFs play in charitable giving and urged the Treasury Department to retain longstanding practices that support their use.
The foundation emphasized that DAFs are public charities since t more
Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation Urges Treasury and IRS to Prioritize Tribal Economic Development Guidance
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, Connecticut, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding the 2026-2027 Priority Guidance Plan. The letter emphasized the continuation of efforts to address tax regulations that impact Tribal economic growth and infrastructure development, urging the agencies to focus on removing barriers that impede Tribal sovereignty and prosperity.
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MECA Urges EPA to Maintain Tier 4 Emissions Standards for Light-Duty Vehicles
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Manufacturers of Emission Controls Association (MECA), headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the agency's proposed amendments to the phase-in schedule for Tier 4 criteria pollutant standards for light- and medium-duty vehicles. MECA emphasized the importance of preserving the current standards to protect technological investments and maintain jobs in the clean mobility supplie more
Medable Proposes Guidance and Workshops to Enhance FDA Regulation of Digital Health Technologies in Clinical Trials
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Medable, Inc., headquartered in Palo Alto, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in response to the agency's request for information on advancing the use of digital health technologies (DHTs) in clinical investigations for drugs and biological products. The letter identifies key regulatory challenges and opportunities for the FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) and Center for Biologics Evaluation a more
Medical Device Manufacturers Association Opposes CMS Proposal to Eliminate Alternative Payment Pathways for Breakthrough Devices
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Medical Device Manufacturers Association submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), criticizing the agency's proposed updates to the Medicare Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) and Long-Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System (LTCH PPS) payment methodologies and policies for fiscal year 2027. MDMA expressed strong opposition to CMS's proposal to eliminate the Alternative Pathways for the New Technolo more
Michigan Health & Hospital Association Urges CMS to Reconsider Medicare SNF Payment Updates
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA), headquartered in Okemos, Michigan, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the proposed updates to the Medicare Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Prospective Payment System (PPS) for fiscal year 2027. The MHA expressed concerns that the proposed payment increases are insufficient to address ongoing financial pressures faced by SNFs amid rising costs.
The association hi more
Midland Area Community Foundation Advocates for Donor Advised Funds in Response to Treasury Notice
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Midland Area Community Foundation, based in Midland, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury in reaction to Notice 2017-73 concerning donor advised funds (DAFs). The foundation represents a tri-county region in Michigan and emphasizes its longstanding role in facilitating charitable giving through DAFs.
The foundation asserted that donor advised funds are public charities, with grants both to and from these funds constitu more
Midnight Foundation Urges Technology-Neutral Standards for Privacy-Preserving Stablecoins in FinCEN Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Midnight Foundation, headquartered in San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking on anti-money laundering, countering the financing of terrorism, and sanctions compliance programs for permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs). The comments address critical concerns about an implicit transparency assumption in the draft regulation that could unintentional more
Morongo Band of Mission Indians Seeks IRS Guidance on Tribal Tax-Exempt Bonds
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Morongo Band of Mission Indians, headquartered in Banning, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service urging updated guidance on the issuance of tax-exempt bonds by Indian tribes. The letter, addressed to the IRS and copied to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, calls for clear regulations that would allow tribes to utilize tax-exempt financing for economic development activities similar to those permitted for state and local gov more
Mortgage Bankers Association Raises Concerns Over FEMA Review Council Recommendations
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Mortgage Bankers Association issued a public comment letter addressing the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency's Review Council final report dated May 7, 2026. The association, representing the real estate finance industry, conveyed concerns about several proposed changes relating to disaster declarations, flood insurance, and decentralization of disaster response programs, highlighting potential risks for homeowners, renters, lenders, and other stakeholders.
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Multicoin Capital Management Highlights Competitive Biases in Treasury's Stablecoin Compliance Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Multicoin Capital Management LLC, an investment adviser based in Austin, Texas, presented a comprehensive public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), both part of the U.S. Department of the Treasury in Washington, D.C. The letter addresses concerns with the Proposed Rule under Docket No. FINCEN-2026-0100 aimed at establishing anti-money laundering, countering the financing of terrorism, and san more
MyDirectives Supports CMS Proposal to Adopt Advance Care Planning Quality Measure
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- MyDirectives, a digital health company headquartered in Richardson, Texas, has expressed strong support for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' proposal to adopt the advance care planning (ACP) electronic clinical quality measure (eCQM) within the Hospital Inpatient Quality Reporting Program and other Medicare quality initiatives. MyDirectives supplied a public comment letter emphasizing the importance of integrating ACP as a core element of patient-centered, hig more
N.J. Environmental Protection Dept. Urges EPA to Prioritize Emerging Drinking Water Contaminants
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Trenton, submitted a public comment letter to the United States Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's Draft Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List 6. The NJDEP's detailed commentary highlights concerns over several chemical groups, individual chemicals, and microbial contaminants proposed by the USEPA for potential regulation under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA).
The Draft CCL 6, published in A more
NAACOS Urges CMS to Refine FY27 Hospital Inpatient Payment Rule and Expand Specialist Participation
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The National Association of Accountable Care Organizations has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems (IPPS) proposed rule. NAACOS expressed support for CMS's efforts to broaden specialist engagement in alternative payment models (APMs) and expand the Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement Expanded (CJR-X) model nationwide. However, the associati more
NAFSMA Raises Concerns Over FEMA Review Council Report on NFIP Privatization and Flood Risk Management
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The National Association of Flood & Stormwater Management Agencies (NAFSMA), headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security concerning the Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council's Final Report released May 7, 2026. The letter outlines NAFSMA's support for key recommendations while expressing deep apprehensions about proposals they believe could weaken federal flood protections, impose unfu more
Nareit PNLR Council Supports DOL Proposal on Fiduciary Duties for Investment Alternatives
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts submitted a public comment letter to the Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) of the U.S. Department of Labor supporting a proposed rule on fiduciary duties in selecting designated investment alternatives for retirement plans. The letter represents the views of Nareit's Public Non-Listed REIT (PNLR) Council, which advises Nareit's Executive Board on PNLR matters.
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NASFAA Urges Changes to Federal Student Loan Promissory Notes Over Borrower Protections
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education's Federal Student Aid office regarding proposed revisions to the Master Promissory Notes (MPNs). These revisions are intended to implement changes required by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).
NASFAA, representing nearly 29,000 financial aid professionals across 3,000 institutions serving approximately 16 million students annuall more
National Confectioners Association Advocates for FDA Adoption of Allergen Thresholds
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The National Confectioners Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expressing support for establishing allergen thresholds for the nine major food allergens identified under existing federal laws. The letter responds to the FDA's Virtual Public Meeting and listening sessions held in February focused on food allergen thresholds and their potential applications.
NCA emphasized that harmonizing these thresholds with the Fo more
National Consumer Voice Urges CMS to Strengthen Accountability and Data Integrity in Skilled Nursing Facility Payments
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the agency's April 2026 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled "Medicare Program; Prospective Payment System and Consolidated Billing for Skilled Nursing Facilities; Updates to the Quality Reporting Program and Value-Based Purchasing Program for Federal Fiscal Year 2027." The organization expressed concerns that the proposed more
National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association Urges FMCSA to Enhance Clearinghouse Processes
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regarding the renewal of the information collection for the Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. NDASA, a non-profit representing employers and service agents involved in workplace drug and alcohol testing, provided recommendations to improve data integrity, reduce administrative burdens, and enhance program more
National Hispanic Medical Association Urges FDA to Prioritize Youth Risk and Health Equity in Flavored ENDS Guidance
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA), representing more than 50,000 Latino physicians and their communities across the United States, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding its draft guidance on flavored electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) premarket applications and considerations related to youth risk. NHMA emphasized the necessity of a regulatory framework that prioritizes youth protection, incorporates he more
National Infusion Center Association Urges CMS and ONC to Enhance Prior Authorization Processes for Infused and Injectable Therapies
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The National Infusion Center Association submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology. The nonprofit organization advocates for community-based infusion centers and provided feedback on the Interoperability Standards and Prior Authorization for Drugs Proposed Rule.
NICA supports plans to require payers to include coverage and documentation requirements in th more
National League of Cities Provides Feedback on FEMA Review Council's Final Report
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The National League of Cities has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regarding the Final Report of the President's Council to Assess the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Representing over 19,000 municipalities nationwide, the League emphasizes the pivotal role local governments play in disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts.
The letter highlights appreciation for the council's recognition of local g more
National Waste & Recycling Association Urges IRS to Update Fuel Tax Rules for Auxiliary Equipment
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA), headquartered in Washington, D.C., submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) advocating for the inclusion of guidance on fuel excise tax treatment in the 2026-2027 Priority Guidance Plan (PGP). The letter focuses on modernizing the federal excise tax rules related to fuel used to operate power take-off (PTO) and other auxiliary equipment on commercial vehicles powered by a single engine.
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National Whistleblower Center Proposes Expanded Definition of Voluntary Whistleblower Disclosures to FinCEN
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The National Whistleblower Center together with the whistleblower rights Kohn, Kohn and Colapinto LLP of Washington D.C., submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing concerns about FinCEN's proposed definition of "voluntariness" under the Anti-Money Laundering Whistleblower Improvement Act (AML WIA). The letter, filed on June 1, 2026, urges FinCEN to revise a "first to contact" dis more
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance, headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the GENIUS Act's state similarity requirements for supervising payment stablecoin issuers. The comment focused on the expectations for alignment between state regulatory regimes and the federal framework under the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stabl more
Neuron23 Urges FDA for Clearer Framework on Digital Health Technologies in Clinical Trials
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Neuron23, a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Cambridge Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expressing strong support for advancing the use of Digital Health Technologies (DHTs) in clinical investigations for drugs and biological products. The company outlined key regulatory challenges and offered specific recommendations aimed at clarifying evidentiary standards and submission expectations, particular more
New England Aquarium Urges NOAA to Maintain North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Speed Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The New England Aquarium (NEAq), based in Boston, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, opposing a proposed deregulatory action to the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Speed Rule (VSR). The letter highlights concerns regarding efforts to weaken existing speed restrictions designed to protect the endangered North Atlantic Right Whale (NARW) populatio more
NFIB Calls for Restoring Financial Privacy and Legal Compliance in Proposed AML/CFT Rules
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The National Federation of Independent Business submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). The letter addresses their collaborative notice of proposed rulemaking titled "Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Programs," published in the Federal Register on April 10, 202 more
NFIB Urges Financial Privacy Restoration and Legal Compliance in Federal AML/CFT Proposed Rules
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The National Federation of Independent Business has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). The comments address a notice of proposed rulemaking concerning anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) programs. NFIB emphasizes the need to restore Americans' right to fina more
NGOsource Urges IRS to Exclude Non-US Charities From Proposed Donor Advised Fund Rules
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- NGOsource, a San Francisco California-based project of TechSoup Global and the Council on Foundations, submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding Notice 2017-73. The IRS proposes changes to the public support computation for organizations receiving contributions from donor advised funds (DAFs). The proposed regulation aims to prevent the circumvention of excise tax rules applicable to private foundations. NGOsource cautions that the r more
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Nicotine Science Exchange (NSE), based in San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Center for Tobacco Products (CTP), addressing the draft guidance concerning flavored electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) premarket applications (PMTAs) and their youth risk considerations. This document offers scientific and methodological insights on youth risk, adult switching benefit, flavor-related abuse more
No Health Without Mental Health Urges CMS to Enhance Interoperability of Medical and Behavioral Health Data
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- NHMH - No Health without Mental Health, a patient advocacy nonprofit, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the proposed rule CMS-0062-P on interoperability of medical-behavioral data exchange. The organization, alongside several behavioral health associations, emphasized the need for advanced interoperability as a cornerstone of an integrated healthcare system that combines medical and behavioral health services.
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Noland Health Services Urges CMS to Adjust LTCH Payment Policies and Improve Data Accuracy
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Noland Health Services Inc., based in Birmingham, Alabama, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the proposed rule on the Medicare Program's Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems (PPS) for Acute Care Hospitals and Long-Term Care Hospitals (LTCH) for fiscal year 2027. The letter addresses concerns about the use of pandemic data in setting rates, payment methodologies, quality reporting, and data submis more
Notabene Highlights Key Compliance and Technical Issues for Payment Stablecoin Issuers in FinCEN Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Notabene, Inc., headquartered in San Francisco, California, provided a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) addressing the agency's joint Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on the implementation of new anti-money laundering (AML), countering the financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance programs for Permitted Payment Stablecoin Issuers (PPSIs). The comprehensive response from the global more
NRDC Urges EPA To Expand Contaminant Candidate List To Include Microplastics, Broader PFAS, And Neonicotinoid Insecticides
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Natural Resources Defense Council submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency concerning the draft of the Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List 6, published in the Federal Register on April 6, 2026. The NRDC voiced strong support for adding microplastics as a class of contaminants but raised concerns over the agency's proposed approaches to defining microplastics, the per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) category, and the exc more
Oceana Urges U.S. Department of Commerce to Address Vessel Strikes on Critically Endangered North Atlantic Right Whales
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Oceana, an ocean conservation organization, issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce highlighting the critical threats posed by vessel strikes to the North Atlantic right whale, one of the world's most endangered whale species. Oceana emphasized that vessel speed reduction is the only broadly effective and available method to protect the species from potentially lethal collisions.
The North Atlantic right whale population currently numbers approxi more
Opacity Labs Urges Treasury to Clarify Use of Distributed Networks for Compliance in Stablecoin Regulation
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Opacity Labs, Inc., a technology firm based in San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), part of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, addressing the proposed rulemaking on anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance for permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs). The letter focuses on the challenges and regulatory uncertainties facing PPSIs in leveraging decentralized compliance infrastructur more
Organized Village of Kake Advocates for Maintaining Federal Subsistence Board Structure and Tribal Co-Management
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Organized Village of Kake, a federally recognized Tribal government located in Alaska, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior concerning the Federal Subsistence Management Program (FSMP) review. The letter addresses the importance of preserving the current structure of the Federal Subsistence Board and emphasizes the need to uphold tribal sovereignty, government-to-government relationships, and the subsistence priority under the Al more
Oscilar Urges Strengthened AML/CFT Program Standards and Responsible AI Use in FinCEN Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Oscilar, the Palo Alto, California-based Agentic Risk Platform provider for financial institutions and fintech companies, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) programs under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).
Oscilar expressed support for key objectives of the proposed rule, inc more
Pacific Legal Foundation Urges Withdrawal of NOAA Speed Rule Overreach Concerns
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Pacific Legal Foundation, a public interest legal organization headquartered in Sacramento, California, submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA NMFS) opposing the existing vessel speed restriction regulation known as the Speed Rule. The comment letter addressed to NOAA's Deputy Assistant Administrator for Regulatory Programs raised concerns that the Speed Rule exceeds the agency' more
Palisades Community Association Urges FAA to Enhance Aircraft Noise Complaint System and Metrics
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Palisades Community Association of Washington submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration regarding the agency's Aircraft Noise Complaint and Inquiry System, known as the Noise Portal. The association's Aircraft Noise Committee highlighted concerns about the FAA's reliance on outdated noise measurement methodologies and advocated for integration of comprehensive metrics and operational data to better supp more
PALTmed Opposes Removal of COVID-19 Vaccination Measures From SNF Quality Reporting Program and Urges Careful Consideration of Advance Care Planning Metrics
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association (PALTmed), headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing concerns about proposed changes to the Skilled Nursing Facility Quality Reporting Program (SNF QRP) for federal fiscal year 2027. The letter addresses CMS's proposal to remove COVID-19 vaccine coverage measures for healthcare personnel and patients/residents from the program more
Paradigm Urges Treasury To Refine GENIUS Act State Regulatory Framework for Stablecoins
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Paradigm Operations LP, a frontier technology investment firm headquartered in San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing concerns and recommendations regarding the department's proposed rulemaking under the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act (GENIUS Act). The proposed rule aims to establish principles to determine whether a state-level stablecoin regulatory regime is sub more
Patients' Rights Action Fund Urges CMS to Enforce Assisted Suicide Funding Restrictions and Address Discrimination Concerns
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Patients' Rights Action Fund, a secular, non-partisan organization headquartered in New York, NY, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The letter addresses the FY 2027 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update and Hospice Quality Reporting Program Requirements rule, specifically responding to the request for information concerning Medical Aid in Dying (MAID) more
Payments Leadership Council Endorses OCC Rule to Preserve National Bank Fee Authority
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Payments Leadership Council submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency supporting the agency's Interim Final Rule clarifying national banks' ability to charge non-interest fees, including those established with third-party input. The council represents key payments industry participants including American Express, Capital One, FIS, Fiserv, Mastercard and Visa.
The council underscored that the U.S. payments system's effectiveness more
PEER Urges NOAA to Maintain and Strengthen Speed Restrictions to Protect North Atlantic Right Whales
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility submitted a public comment letter to the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) strongly opposing proposals to weaken existing vessel speed restrictions designed to protect the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale. The letter responds to NMFS's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) to amend the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Re more
PhRMA Urges FDA to Modernize and Consolidate SUPAC Guidances for Postapproval Manufacturing Changes
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) addressing the agency's request for feedback on updating its Scale-Up and Postapproval Changes (SUPAC) guidances for industry. The letter outlines comprehensive recommendations to revise, update, and consolidate these longstanding documents to better reflect advances in pharmaceutical manufacturing practices, science, and reg more
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine Urges FDA to Advance Non-Animal Testing in Cosmetics Regulation
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the International Cooperation on Cosmetics Regulation Twentieth Annual Meeting (ICCR-20). The committee emphasized the importance of adopting non-animal new approach methodologies (NAMs) to improve human health protection in cosmetics safety assessments while eliminating reliance on animal testing.
In the letter, the organization advocated more
Prairie Hills Audubon Society Opposes NOAA Proposal to Roll Back Right Whale Speed Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Prairie Hills Audubon Society, Black Hawk, South Dakota, submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Fisheries regarding the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule. The organization expressed strong opposition to any weakening or replacement of the existing vessel speed regulations designed to protect the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale.
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Predicate Urges Treasury to Grant Greater Discretion to Stablecoin Issuers in Sanctions Compliance
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Predicate, a blockchain infrastructure company headquartered in San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking on anti-money laundering (AML), countering the financing of terrorism (CFT) program, and sanctions compliance requirements for permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs).
Predicate advocates for enhanced discretion more
Prime Mover Institute Supports EPA's Reconsideration of 179B(b) Determination for Northern Wasatch Front Utah
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Prime Mover Institute, a public interest organization, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency endorsing the agency's proposed reconsideration of its Clean Air Act Section 179B(b) determination for the Northern Wasatch Front ozone nonattainment area in Utah. The letter applauds the EPA's decision to restore the statute's text-based interpretation and urges the EPA to finalize the proposed rule, published April 30, 2026, under D more
Real Estate Roundtable Urges Labor Department to Finalize Rule Expanding 401(k) Investment Options
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Real Estate Roundtable has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) expressing strong support for the agency's proposed rule on fiduciary duties in selecting designated investment alternatives for 401(k) plans. The group, representing leaders in real estate ownership, development, lending, and management, commended the proposal as an important step toward fulfilling Executive Order 14330, Democratizing Access to Alternative Assets for 401 more
Right to Life of Michigan Opposes Use of Euphemism in Federal Assisted Suicide Policy
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Right to Life of Michigan, Grand Rapids, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed FY 2027 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update rule. The organization expressed concern over the section concerning "Medical Aid in Dying" (MAID), urging the department to reject this phrase in favor of the medically precise term "assisted suicide."
The letter emphasized tha more
Safari Club International Advocates Reforms to Federal Subsistence Management in Alaska
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Safari Club International, a nonprofit organization representing hunters and conservation advocates worldwide, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior addressing the Federal Subsistence Management Program in Alaska. The organization urged the Department of the Interior and the U.S. Department of Agriculture to realign the program with the provisions of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA) and adjust regulations t more
Safari Club Urges Reforms to Federal Subsistence Management Program in Alaska
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Safari Club International, a nonprofit organization representing over 100,000 members including approximately 1,300 in Alaska, has presented a comprehensive public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior regarding the Federal Subsistence Management Program for public lands in Alaska. Addressing the Office of the Secretary, the club highlighted concerns that federal subsistence regulations have overstepped the boundaries set by the Alaska National Interest Lan more
Sanford Health Challenges Proposed 2027 Hospice Payment and Reporting Rules
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Sanford Health, a nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing concerns about the proposed 2027 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update and Hospice Quality Reporting Program Requirements. Sanford Health operates over 15 Medicare certified hospice facilities across six states, primarily serving rural communities, and its feedback addresses multiple el more
Schwab Charitable Urges IRS to Avoid Additional Regulations on Donor Advised Funds
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Schwab Charitable, a public charity based in San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding Notice 2017-73. The letter addresses regulatory considerations involving excise taxes related to donor advised funds (DAFs). Schwab Charitable, which has administered DAFs for nearly two decades and facilitated billions in charitable grants, emphasizes that additional regulatory burdens on DAFs, sponsoring organizations, or more
Schwab Charitable Urges IRS to Maintain Current Donor Advised Fund Regulations
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Schwab Charitable, a San Francisco California based tax-exempt public charity specializing in donor advised funds (DAFs), submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding Notice 2017-73. The notice seeks input on potential regulatory changes affecting excise taxes and oversight in donor advised funds. Schwab Charitable has nearly two decades of experience administering DAFs and expressed strong opposition to additional regulatory burdens that cou more
SEIA Urges IRS for Clarity on Prohibited Foreign Entity Guidance to Boost Solar Energy Investments
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Solar Energy Industries Association submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the 2026-2027 Priority Guidance Plan. SEIA, representing over 1,100 organizations in the solar and storage industry, highlighted the need for clearer rules about prohibited foreign entity (PFE) guidance that currently hinder critical energy infrastructure investments.
In the letter, SEIA emphasized that rapidly g more
SEMI Urges Treasury and IRS to Expand Semiconductor Investment Credit Eligibility
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- SEMI, based in Milpitas, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service urging a revision of the Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit (AMIC) regulations under Section 48D of the Internal Revenue Code. The letter responds to Notice 2026-23, inviting recommendations on the 2026-2027 Priority Guidance Plan, and calls for expanding AMIC eligibility to include semiconductor materials manufacturers and re more
SIFMA Urges Clarifications on Stablecoin Compliance Rules in Letter to FinCEN and OFAC
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association, headquartered in New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network and the Office of Foreign Assets Control, both components of the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing the agencies' joint proposed rulemaking on anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance for permitted payment stablecoin issuers. The letter focuses on points of the proposed rule that implement the Guid more
Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council Supports OCC Action Against Illinois Interchange Fee Law
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council has submitted a public comment letter endorsing the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's interim final rule and interim final order. These actions address the National Bank Non-Interest Charges and Fees as well as the preemption of the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act.
The council conveyed that entrepreneurs and small business owners rely on a stable, nationally integrated payments system to ensure efficient cus more
Society of Thoracic Surgeons Urges Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to Enhance Prior Authorization Transparency and Timeliness
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Society of Thoracic Surgeons, Chicago, Illinois, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the agency's proposed rule on interoperability standards and prior authorization for drugs. The letter addresses concerns about delays and administrative burdens caused by current prior authorization (PA) requirements, stressing the need for improvements to support timely patient care.
STS supports CMS's proposal to require more
SOLO Highlights Need for Clear Standards and Cooperation in AML/CFT Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- SOLO, a financial technology company headquartered in San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) at the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The letter addresses FinCEN's proposed Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Programs rule, stressing the importance of clear standards, interbank reliance, and information sharing to improve the effectiveness of AML efforts and more
State Street Investment Management Supports DOL Proposal on Fiduciary Duties With Recommendations
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- State Street Investment Management, headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the department's March 30, 2026, proposed regulation on Fiduciary Duties in Selecting Designated Investment Alternatives. The letter commends the department's initiative to clarify fiduciary standards for 401(k) plan default investment alternatives (DIAs) with a disciplined decision-making process that is asset-class neutral.
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Stripe Advocates for Outcomes-Based AML Reform in Comments to Financial Crimes Enforcement Network
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Stripe, headquartered in San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding the agency's proposed rule to modernize Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) programs. The company expressed strong support for the shift to a risk-based, outcomes-focused approach to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) compliance, emphasizing the need to prioritize operational effectiveness over te more
Stripe Urges Codification of Stablecoin Compliance Exemptions in Treasury Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Stripe, a major provider of internet payment infrastructure headquartered in San Francisco, California, has submitted public comment letters to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The communications address the joint proposed rule concerning anti-money laundering (AML), countering the financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance program requirements for permitted more
Students for Life of America Urges EPA to Track Chemical Abortion Pollutants in Waterways
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Students for Life of America submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency urging the agency to begin testing for the presence of mifepristone and its active metabolites in the nation's waterways. The letter addresses concerns about Chemical Abortion Pill water pollution stemming from mifepristone, a chemical abortion drug, which according to the letter's authors, releases active metabolites that interfere with progesterone into wastewater s more
Texas Health Resources Urges CMS to Adjust Hospital Payment Policies Amid Rising Costs
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Texas Health Resources, a prominent faith-based nonprofit healthcare system headquartered in Dallas, Texas, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing strong concerns about the Medicare payment updates proposed for fiscal year 2027 under the Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS). The letter highlights ongoing issues with underpayment to hospitals, urging the agency to revise payment policies to better reflec more
The Digital Chamber Proposes Enhancements to Anti-Money Laundering Rulemaking for Digital Asset Industry
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Digital Chamber submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), addressing the joint notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) issued by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), and the NCUA. The NPRM aims to modernize the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) regulations concerning anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) programs. TDC, representing a broad more
Third Party Payment Processors Association Urges FinCEN to Address AML Risks in Third-Party Payment Relationships
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Third Party Payment Processors Association (TPPPA), headquartered in Austin, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) concerning revisions to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) programs. The association represents payment processors, banks, merchants, and vendors engaged in electronic payments.
TPPPA emphasized the growing importance of third-party payment processors and the more
Tokenization Systems: Empirical Study Highlights Importance of Effective Supervisory Control for AML/CFT Officers
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Tokenization Systems, based in Los Angeles, California, provided a supplemental public comment to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network regarding the proposed rule on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) programs. The comment focused on Recommendation 4 from their earlier submission, emphasizing the need for the AML/CFT officer to be based in the United States with effective supervisory control over U.S. operations rather than holdin more
Transparency International U.S. Calls for Stronger Anti-Money Laundering Rules for Stablecoin Issuers
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Transparency International U.S. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). The letter addresses the proposed rule outlining anti-money laundering (AML), countering the financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance program requirements for permitted payment stablecoin issuers, pursuant to the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act.
The organiz more
Transparency International U.S. Urges Stronger Rules for Stablecoin Issuers to Combat Illicit Finance
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Transparency International U.S., a chapter of the global anti-corruption coalition Transparency International, has called on the U.S. Department of the Treasury to strengthen regulatory requirements for permitted payment stablecoin issuers under the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network's (FinCEN) proposed rule. The letter to Treasury's Regulatory and Strategic Affairs Division emphasizes the need to enhance anti-money laundering (AML), countering the financing of terrorism more
TRM Labs Highlights AI and Blockchain Advantages in Stablecoin Compliance to FinCEN and OFAC
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- TRM Labs, headquartered in San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). The letter addresses the proposed rule implementing anti-money laundering (AML), combating the financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance program requirements for Permitted Payment Stablecoin Issuers (PP more
Turtle Island Restoration Network Urges Maintaining Vessel Speed Rules to Protect North Atlantic Right Whales
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Turtle Island Restoration Network (TIRN), a Forest Knolls, California-based environmental nonprofit, submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) advocating for the continued enforcement of vessel speed restrictions to protect the critically endangered North Atlantic Right Whales. TIRN emphasized opposition to any efforts to weaken the existing protections aimed at preventing vessel strike injuries that have severely impac more
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Urges Treasury and IRS to Prioritize Tax Guidance and Deregulation Items for 2026-2027
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury emphasizing the need for the inclusion of multiple substantial tax guidance projects in the 2026-2027 Priority Guidance Plan. The plan outlines tax regulation priorities for both the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The Chamber also recommended that the agencies consider deregulatory actions aligned with Executive Or more
Unilever Provides Comments to FDA on Food Allergen Thresholds and Labeling
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Unilever United States Inc., headquartered in Hoboken, New Jersey, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration concerning the agency's discussion on food allergen thresholds and their application in labeling. The communication addresses the challenges and opportunities in managing food allergens and improving Precautionary Allergen Labeling (PAL) to better inform consumers with allergies.
Unilever highlighted the agency's recognition that es more
United New York Sandy Hook Pilots' Benevolent Association Call for Modernization of North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Speed Rule
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The United New York Sandy Hook Pilots' Benevolent Association, Staten Island, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Marine Fisheries Service regarding the potential modernization of the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Speed Rule.
In their letter, the Associations urged the agency to exempt pilot boats from mandatory speed restrictions and to exclude federally maintained Federal Navig more
USCCB Submits Comments to CMS on Hospice Wage Index Rule and Medical Aid in Dying Concerns
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, in response to the proposed rule titled "Medicare Program; FY 2027 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update and Hospice Quality Reporting Program Requirements," specifically addressing the Request for Information (RFI) concerning Medical Aid in Dying (MAID).
USCCB's letter emp more
Vertical Aviation International Urges FAA to Tailor Helicopter Airworthiness Directives to Fleet Differences
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Vertical Aviation International has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing concerns about the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Airworthiness Directives (AD) for certain Sikorsky S-70 and UH-60 series helicopters. The association, representing nearly 1,300 civil vertical aviation businesses and more than 19,000 professionals worldwide, highlighted that the current proposal may impose operational and economic burden more
Visa Supports OCC Interim Final Rule Clarifying National Banks' Powers on Interchange Fees
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Visa, headquartered in San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) expressing strong support for the agency's interim final rule (IFR) that clarifies the powers of national banks and federal savings associations to charge fees, including interchange fees, regardless of whether such fees are established by the bank or a contract with a third party. The letter highlights the importance of the rule in more
Visiting Nurse Association Health Group Urges CMS to Prioritize Payment Stability and Streamline Hospice Policies
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Visiting Nurse Association Health Group (VNA Health Group), headquartered in Montclair, New Jersey, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update and Hospice Quality Reporting Program Requirements Proposed Rule. The letter emphasizes critical issues impacting hospice care providers and patients, addressing payment rates, administrative requirements, and progr more
Voices for Non-Opioid Choices Urges CMS To Expand Access To Non-Opioid Pain Treatments In Hospitals
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Voices for Non-Opioid Choices, an advocacy organization representing over 350 member organizations nationwide, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the Fiscal Year 2027 Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule. With a mission to prevent opioid addiction by expanding access to non-addictive pain treatments, Voices called on CMS to extend non-opioid pain management options and revise payment policies more
WhaleSpotter Advocates for Verified Technology to Reduce North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strikes
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- WhaleSpotter Corp of San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) regarding the Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to amend the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule. The company emphasized the proven operational use of its thermal-imaging whale detection systems installed on commercial vessels in North Atlantic waters and worldwide. WhaleSpotter highlighted over 47 vessel-years of continu more
World Shipping Council Urges Caution and Structured Review of North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule Amendments
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The World Shipping Council submitted a public comment letter to the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) addressing the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) to amend the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule. The letter emphasizes the WSC's continued commitment to the conservation of the endangered North Atlantic right whale (NARW) while advocating for evidence-based approaches and caution in modifying current regulatory frameworks d more
World Wildlife Fund Urges EPA to Address Microplastics in Drinking Water
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The World Wildlife Fund submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the proposed Contaminant Candidate List 6 (CCL-6). WWF emphasized the need for the agency to include microplastics as emerging pollutants of concern in drinking water systems. The organization highlighted the pervasive presence of microplastics throughout water systems and ecosystems, noting their origin from a variety of sources such as plastic fragmentation and more
XR Association Advocates for Inclusive Immersive Tech in NHTSA Human-Machine Interface Study
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The XR Association has submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) addressing the agency's Information Collection Request on Novel Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Designs. The letter highlights the importance of incorporating extended reality (XR) technologies-including virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR)-into the evolving standards for advanced vehicle interfaces. XRA represents a broad ran more
XR Association Urges NHTSA to Embrace Immersive Tech for Safer Human-Machine Interfaces
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The XR Association submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding its Information Collection Request on Novel Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Designs. XRA highlighted the increasing importance of immersive technologies such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) in automotive HMI development and called for comprehensive recognition of these technologies in NHTSA's ongoing human factor more
XSOC Advocates for Advanced Cryptographic Compliance Strategies in FinCEN Stablecoin Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- XSOC, a technology firm based in Irvine, California, specializing in transaction authorization and compliance infrastructure, has submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding the agency's proposed rule on anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance programs for permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs). XSOC's submission advocates for regulatory recognition of advanced cryptographic enforcement methods aimed at impr more
Tipoffs: Iran
American Center for Law and Justice: President Trump's Decision on Iran as Time Runs Out
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following news:
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President Trump's Decision on Iran as Time Runs Out
By Logan Sekulow
President Donald Trump just issued a major warning to Iran following heightened military escalation. The country will "pay the price" if it doesn't reach a peace deal with the United States.
As reported:
US President Donald Trump said the United States may begin striking Iran's power plants and bridges due to the Islamic regime more
Boyle Statement on May 2026 CPI Inflation Data
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pennsylvania, ranking member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following statement on June 10, 2026:
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Boyle Statement on May 2026 CPI Inflation Data
Today, Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee, released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that the annualized Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation rate for May 2026 was 4.2 percent:
"Today's inflation da more
Center for European Policy Analysis Issues Commentary: Europe and India - A Marriage of Convenience
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis issued the following commentary on June 10, 2026, by Emanuele Rossi, editor at Formiche magazine, and senior analyst at Decode39:
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Europe and India: A Marriage of Convenience
The biggest of the so-called middle powers are seeking greater cooperation to hedge against war and uncertainty.
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Europe's strategic horizon is shifting eastward. Russia's war against Ukraine, instability in the Red Sea, tensions around the Strait o more
CSIS Issues Commentary to The Hill: America Needs the Trust of Its Friends, Not Its Adversaries
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following excerpts of a commentary on June 10, 2026, by Jon B. Alterman, Zbigniew Brzezinski chair in Global Security and Geostrategy, to The Hill:
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America needs the trust of its friends, not its adversaries
Former Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman spent hundreds of hours negotiating with Iranian diplomats, and she came away with a surprising conclusion: "I don't think negotiations are ever about more
CSIS Issues Commentary: 2026 World Cup - Sports and Conflict
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on June 10, 2026, by Victor Cha, president of the Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department, and Andy Lim, deputy director and fellow with the CSIS Korea Chair:
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The 2026 World Cup: Sports and Conflict
The world will come together for the World Cup in North America starting this week. To what extent can the gathering of athletes, the spirit of competition, and the goodwill created by more
Foundation for Defense of Democracies Highlights AML Reform Concerns for National Security
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Foundation for Defense of Democracies has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) programs. FDD's Center on Economic and Financial Power (CEFP) recognizes the importance of reforming the AML/CFT framework but raises concerns about elements of the proposed rule more
GeoComply Urges Stronger Location Verification Standards for Stablecoin Compliance Programs
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- GeoComply Solutions has submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) addressing the proposed rule on anti-money laundering (AML), countering the financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance program requirements for Permitted Payment Stablecoin Issuers (PPSIs). GeoComply, a company specializing in location intelligence and fraud prevention technologies, articulated its support for the rule's objectives while urging enhance more
House Intelligence Committee Democrats Call on Trump to Rescind Pulte Appointment
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Jim Himes, D-Connecticut, ranking member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, issued the following news release on June 10, 2026:
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House Intelligence Committee Democrats Call on Trump to Rescind Pulte Appointment
Ranking Member Jim Himes (CT-04) today led Democratic Members of the House Intelligence Committee in a letter to President Donald Trump calling for him to rescind the appointment of Bill Pulte to the position of Acting Director of more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary Issues Commentary to The Australian: Why a Rogue North Korea Could Be Xi's Weakest Link
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on June 9, 2026, by senior fellow John Lee to The Australian:
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Why a Rogue North Korea Could Be Xi's Weakest Link
The more aggressive and militarily capable North Korea becomes, the more likely Japan, South Korea, and the US threaten China.
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Xi Jinping doesn't do overseas trips for diplomatic show. So why did he mee more
Jamestown Foundation Issues Commentary: Georgian Dream Seeking U.S. Reset While Resisting Requisite Reforms
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Jamestown Foundation issued the following commentary on June 10, 2026, by political scientist Beka Chedia in the foundation's Eurasia Daily Monitor:
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Georgian Dream Seeking U.S. Reset While Resisting Requisite Reforms
Executive Summary:
* Georgia's ruling Georgian Dream party has signaled its desire to restore the suspended U.S.-Georgia strategic partnership and claimed active dialogue with Washington is underway. At the same time, Georgian Prime Minister Irak more
Jamestown Foundation Issues Commentary: Russia Balances Relationship With Iran and Other Gulf States
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Jamestown Foundation issued the following commentary on June 10, 2026, by foreign affairs analyst Fuad Shahbazov in the foundation's Eurasia Daily Monitor:
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Russia Balances Relationship with Iran and Other Gulf States
Executive Summary:
* Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg on April 27 about the ongoing conflict in and around Iran. The visit highlighted the two states' Comprehensive Strategic Part more
McCain Institute Hosts Senator Coons, Religious Freedom Experts for Discussion in U.S. Senate
WASHINGTON, June 11 (TNSxrep) -- Arizona State University McCain Institute issued the following news:
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VIDEO: McCain Institute Hosts Senator Coons, Religious Freedom Experts for Discussion in U.S. Senate
The McCain Institute at Arizona State University (ASU) hosted an event in the U.S. Senate on June 9 highlighting its report, "The State of Religious Freedom Worldwide: An Inside Look at the Axis of Upheaval's Religious Persecution and How the U.S. Can Counteract It." U.S. Senator Chris C more
Republicans Unveil $1 Trillion+ Defense Funding Bill, Largest in History, Amid Steep Domestic Program Cuts
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Connecticut, ranking member of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release on June 10, 2026:
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Republicans Unveil $1 Trillion+ Defense Funding Bill, Largest in History, Amid Steep Domestic Program Cuts
The $1,072,210,299,000 Pentagon budget is the most expensive in U.S. history, a $234 billion increase
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House Appropriations Committee Republicans today released their 2027 Defense funding bill, which will be conside more
Senate Republicans Obstruct the Major Richard Star Act for Combat-Injured Veterans
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, ranking member of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, issued the following news on June 9, 2026:
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Senate Republicans Obstruct the Major Richard Star Act for Combat-Injured Veterans
Blumenthal slams Republican proposal to fund the Major Richard Star Act by slashing benefits for disabled veterans with tinnitus and sleep apnea
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Senate Republicans today blocked two attempts from U.S Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Ranki more
Sens. Durbin, Padilla Issue Letter to President Trump on Emergency Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions
WASHINGTON, June 11 (TNSletter) -- Sens. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and Alex Padilla, D-California, ranking member of the Subcommittee on Border Security and Immigration, issued the following letter to President Trump:
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Here is the text of the letter:
June 8, 2026
President Donald J. Trump
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
Washington, DC 20500
Dear President Trump:
On May 21, 2026, you issued an Emergency Presidential Det more
State Dept. Fact Sheet: Disrupting Iran's Weapons Procurement
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following fact sheet on June 10, 2026:
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Disrupting Iran's Weapons Procurement
Today, the Department of State is taking action to designate four Iran- and Belarus-based entities and individuals involved in the procurement of arms and related materiel intended to support Iran's military.
The United States, as directed in the President's National Security Presidential Memorandum 2, is committed to disrupting procurement efforts su more
Transparency International U.S. Calls for Stronger Anti-Money Laundering Rules for Stablecoin Issuers
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Transparency International U.S. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). The letter addresses the proposed rule outlining anti-money laundering (AML), countering the financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions compliance program requirements for permitted payment stablecoin issuers, pursuant to the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act.
The organiz more
Transparency International U.S. Urges Stronger Rules for Stablecoin Issuers to Combat Illicit Finance
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Transparency International U.S., a chapter of the global anti-corruption coalition Transparency International, has called on the U.S. Department of the Treasury to strengthen regulatory requirements for permitted payment stablecoin issuers under the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network's (FinCEN) proposed rule. The letter to Treasury's Regulatory and Strategic Affairs Division emphasizes the need to enhance anti-money laundering (AML), countering the financing of terrorism more
Treasury Dept.: Economic Fury Disrupts Foreign Networks Supporting Iran's Military and Weapons Programs
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on June 10, 2026:
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Economic Fury Disrupts Foreign Networks Supporting Iran's Military and Weapons Programs
Today, as part of Economic Fury, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned nine individuals and entities that have supported weapons procurement on behalf of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Ministry of Defense and Armed Force more
"Lawler Chooses Suffering": Mike Lawler Blasted for Making Life Unaffordable for Hudson Valley Families
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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"Lawler Chooses Suffering": Mike Lawler Blasted for Making Life Unaffordable for Hudson Valley Families
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"Deeply MAGA."
"An affront to constituents."
"Vote him out."
Month after month, Hudson Valley voters have been flooding the pages of local papers to blast Mike Lawler for raising costs while hardworking families at home struggle to make ends meet -from rubber-stamping Tru more
"Trump's No Tax On Tips Gamble Risks Falling Short With Disgruntled Vegas Voters" [Bloomberg]
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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"Trump's No Tax On Tips Gamble Risks Falling Short With Disgruntled Vegas Voters" [Bloomberg]
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New reporting from Bloomberg highlights what Southern Nevadans have been feeling for the past year: "higher costs for groceries, healthcare, housing, and gas."
The report is also flashing warning signs for out-of-touch Marty O'Donnell, who has whole-heartedly backed Republicans' cost-s more
Ansari Delivers Floor Speech Highlighting Contributions of Arizona's Iranian Community, Calls for Temporary Protected Status
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Yassamin Ansari, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Ansari Delivers Floor Speech Highlighting Contributions of Arizona's Iranian Community, Calls for Temporary Protected Status
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WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) delivered a speech on the House Floor in support of the Iranian Temporary Immigration Relief Act, legislation she introduced to provide Temporary Protected Status and work authorization to eligible Iranian nationa more
As Inflation Surges, Republicans in Congress Are Looking the Other Way
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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As Inflation Surges, Republicans in Congress Are Looking the Other Way
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Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA), who serves on the House Ways and Means Committee and as Senior House Democrat on Congress' Joint Economic Committee, today released the following statement after the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)' Consumer Price Index report showed inflation rising 4.2 percent over the past year and 0.5 perce more
Cato Scholar: Pentagon Budget Misses the Point
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: Sociological] -- Cato Institute issued the following news release:
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Cato Scholar: Pentagon Budget Misses the Point
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House Republicans today proposed a $1.072 trillion Pentagon spending bill for FY2027, with a massive surge in munitions funding in response to shortages in U.S. stockpiles as a result of the ongoing war in Iran and significant drawdowns to arm Ukraine.
Cato senior fellow Katherine Thompson argues the spending increase without structural re more
Cortez Masto Leads Call for Strong Guardrails on Trump Administration Stonewalling of Wind and Solar Projects
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Cortez Masto Leads Call for Strong Guardrails on Trump Administration Stonewalling of Wind and Solar Projects
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) led Senators Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), and Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) in a letter to the leadership of Interior-Environment and Energy-Water Appropriations subcommittees calling on them to put guar more
CSIS Issues Transcript of Press Briefing Entitled 'Previewing the G7 Summit'
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following transcript of a press briefing on June 9, 2026, entitled "Previewing the G7 Summit".
Event participants included President Victor Cha and Chief of Staff Will Todman, both of the Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department, Philip Luck, director of Economics Program and Scholl Chair in International Business, Max Bergmann, director of the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program and Stuart Center, Maria Sneg more
DelBene Responds to Latest Inflation Report
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Suzan DelBene, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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DelBene Responds to Latest Inflation Report
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Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) released the following statement after new data shows prices rose 4.2% annually in May.
"The latest inflation report shows what working families across the country have been feeling for months: prices are too high, budgets are squeezed, and paychecks don't go as far. President Trump's illegal tariffs and C more
Explosive Weapons Killed More Than 22,600 Civilians in 2025, New Report Finds
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, June 10 [Category: Health Care] -- Humanity and Inclusion issued the following news release:
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Explosive Weapons Killed More Than 22,600 Civilians in 2025, New Report Finds
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Today, on the occasion of the publication of the Explosive Weapons Monitor 2025 annual report, Humanity & Inclusion (HI) calls on States to reaffirm the fundamental principle of civilian protection, strengthen International Humanitarian Law, and end the use of prohibited weapons.
According more
Hickenlooper Rebukes Trump's Broken Agenda, Touts Work to Help Colorado
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Hickenlooper Rebukes Trump's Broken Agenda, Touts Work to Help Colorado
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Hickenlooper: "President Trump started a wildfire for the American people. Then he took away every bucket of water."
Hickenlooper fought to bring down costs, fight climate change, deliver billions for Colorado projects
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper took to the Senate floor to contrast the Trump a more
High Prices Making Working Families Sweat This Summer Thanks to Trump's Tariff Chaos and War in Iran
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: ThinkTank] -- Groundwork Collaborative, a think tank and progressive advocacy group, posted the following news release:
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High Prices Making Working Families Sweat This Summer Thanks to Trump's Tariff Chaos and War in Iran
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High temperatures and higher prices rob working families of a restful summer break
Today's Consumer Price Index (CPI) report shows prices surged 4.2% over the past year in May, the fastest pace since April 2023. The inflationary conse more
ICYMI: Cook Political Report: "Ohio Poll Could Portend Trouble for Republicans"
COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 10 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news:
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ICYMI: Cook Political Report: "Ohio Poll Could Portend Trouble for Republicans"
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COLUMBUS, OH - With Donald Trump's disastrous economic policies - like the tariffs that are raising the price of goods, the reckless war with Iran that is raising gas prices, and the healthcare cuts that are ripping care away from Ohio families and putting hospitals at risk - new polling could indicate that "his political prob more
Inflation Hit Record High in May After Whatley Promised a "Very, Very Strong" Q1 & Q2
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 10 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party posted the following news:
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Inflation Hit Record High in May After Whatley Promised a "Very, Very Strong" Q1 & Q2
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New Consumer Price Index data reveals inflation " jumped to 4.2%" in May - a new high - "as the Iran war pushed energy prices higher." But last December, DC Insider and Big Oil Lobbyist Michael Whatley promised "an economy that's growing and very, very strong first quarter, second quarter" in 2026.
M more
Inflation still stubbornly high in May, future rate increase growing more likely: CEI analysis
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: ThinkTank] -- The Competitive Enterprise Institute posted the following news release:
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Inflation still stubbornly high in May, future rate increase growing more likely: CEI analysis
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The Consumer Price Index report for May shows inflation rose 0.5 percent across all sectors, with energy continuing to be a major factor in higher prices. While the president continues to ask the Fed to lower interest rates, job and inflation data suggest a rate increase is n more
Job Creators Network Responds to May CPI
ADDISON, Texas, June 10 [Category: Human Resources/Personnel] -- Job Creators Network issued the following news release:
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Job Creators Network Responds to May CPI
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Alfredo Ortiz, CEO of Job Creators Network, released the following statement in response to the May Consumer Price Index, which rose by 4.2%, and CORE CPI, which rose by 2.9%:
"High inflation is wholly a product of the temporary energy spike due to the Iran War. Ongoing strong small business creation and job numbers demons more
Lujan Joins Schiff, Kaine, Schumer, 34 Senate Democrats in Pressing Trump on Legal Basis for Justifying Claim that Hostilities in Iran Have Terminated
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan Joins Schiff, Kaine, Schumer, 34 Senate Democrats in Pressing Trump on Legal Basis for Justifying Claim that Hostilities in Iran Have Terminated
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) joined U.S. Senators Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), and 34 Senate Democrats in refuting the Trump administration's claim in a May more
May Inflation Jumps Again Due to Iran Conflict
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: Political] -- The Independent Women's Forum posted issued the following news release:
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May Inflation Jumps Again Due to Iran Conflict
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that inflation, as measured by the consumer price index (CPI) on all items, increased by 4.2% for the 12 months ending in May, above last month's 3.8% reading but in line with economists' expectations. From April to May, the inflation rate decreased to 0.5% more
New Yorkers Join Attorney General James in Celebrating the Passage of the One Fair Price Act
ALBANY, New York, June 10 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release:
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New Yorkers Join Attorney General James in Celebrating the Passage of the One Fair Price Act
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Following the passage of the One Fair Price Act in the state legislature the passage of the One Fair Price Act in the state legislature, a broad coalition of advocates, elected officials, and community leaders today expressed their support for the nation-leading legislation. Championed by N more
Nine Clemson-connected veterans among first inductees into South Carolina Military Veterans Hall of Fame
CLEMSON, South Carolina, June 10 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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Nine Clemson-connected veterans among first inductees into South Carolina Military Veterans Hall of Fame
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250th Anniversary of the American Revolution
Clemson University's singular military heritage was on display when nine men who attended the University, including four Medal of Honor recipients, were inducted into the South Carolina Military Veterans Hall of Fame during its inaugural gala at Fort Jac more
Rep. Andrea Salinas Confronts Department of Energy Secretary Wright
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Andrea Salinas, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Andrea Salinas Confronts Department of Energy Secretary Wright
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Click here (link is external) to watch the exchange.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) confronted U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Chris Wright during a Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing. Rep. Salinas questioned Secretary Wright about rising energy and gas costs since Presi more
Reps Ramirez, Takano, Lee Join CPS Educators and Parents and Human Rights Leaders Demand an End to Republican Attacks on Trans, Black, Brown Students
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Reps Ramirez, Takano, Lee Join CPS Educators and Parents and Human Rights Leaders Demand an End to Republican Attacks on Trans, Black, Brown Students
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The press conference took place ahead of the Congressional hearing for which CPS's leadership was subpoenaed to testify.
Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03), House Education and Workforce Committee members Representa more
REPUBLICANS DID THAT: Costs Rise to Highest Level in Three Years
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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REPUBLICANS DID THAT: Costs Rise to Highest Level in Three Years
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The cost of everything - from gas, energy, food, and health care - is on the rise. Today's inflation report offers gloomy news for House Republicans, who promised to lower the high cost of living on day one, but have failed - epically.
Donald Trump's war of choice in Iran - which the so-called GOP moderates have s more
Republicans Unveil $1 Trillion+ Defense Funding Bill, Largest in History, Amid Steep Domestic Program Cuts
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Betty McCollum, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release:
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Republicans Unveil $1 Trillion+ Defense Funding Bill, Largest in History, Amid Steep Domestic Program Cuts
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WASHINGTON -House Appropriations Committee Republicans today released their 2027 Defense funding bill, which will be considered by the Defense subcommittee during a closed meeting tomorrow. The bill sets the Pentagon budget at more than $1 trillion - the largest in U.S. history and a $234 more
Russian Military Activities in Asia - Combined Military Exercises & Patrols Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, June 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48978) entitled "Russian Military Activities in Asia: Combined Military Exercises and Patrols" by Andrew S. Bowen, Russian and
European affairs analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Historically, Russia has claimed a role as a major actor in the Asia-Pacific region. In 2012, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a policy by which Russia would seek to emphasize and further develop e more
Statement from Congresswoman Scanlon on Republican Reconciliation Bill
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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Statement from Congresswoman Scanlon on Republican Reconciliation Bill
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Washington, D.C. -Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon (PA-05) today released the following statement on Republicans' reconciliation bill:
"Today, House Republicans joined their Senate counterparts to pass a partisan budget bill that turbocharges corrupt immigration enforcement, at the expense of Americans' civil rights an more
U.S. Plans Major Strikes on Iran, Hegseth Says
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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U.S. Plans Major Strikes on Iran, Hegseth Says
After a busy morning visiting troops in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth traveled back to the United States to MacDill Air Force Base in Florida for a meeting with U.S. Central Command leadership, where discussion centered on, among other things, operations planned for Iran.
"Central Command will be busy tonight because President [Donald J.] Tr more
U.S. Senator Katie Britt Joins National Report on Newsmax to Discuss Latest on Iran
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, issued the following news release:
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt Joins National Report on Newsmax to Discuss Latest on Iran
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) this morning joined National Report on Newsmax to discuss President Trump's latest actions against Iran as he continues working to keep Americans safe and secure.
On President Trump's latest posture on the military conflict:
"Look, President Trump means busines more
Warnock Pushes for Increase in Mileage Reimbursement Rate as Gas Prices Skyrocket
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Georgia, issued the following news release:
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Warnock Pushes for Increase in Mileage Reimbursement Rate as Gas Prices Skyrocket
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The average gas price in Georgia is $3.81 a gallon, largely resulting from President Trump's Iran War
Senator Reverend Warnock urged the Internal Revenue Service to increase the standard mileage reimbursement rate and give a bigger tax deduction to Georgia's gig workers and independent contractors
This adju more
Welch Statement on New Inflation Numbers
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
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Welch Statement on New Inflation Numbers
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Inflation hit 4.2% as Middle East war drags on
Trump today in the Oval Office: "I love the inflation."
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), a member of the Senate Finance Committee, released the following statement on new inflation data showing consumer prices are up for the third month, climbing to 4.2% as of today:
"President Trump's more
Welch: "While the president isn't thinking about this affordability challenge, let me tell you who is, and it's Vermonters."
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
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Welch: "While the president isn't thinking about this affordability challenge, let me tell you who is, and it's Vermonters."
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) today delivered remarks from the Senate floor on how President Trump's illegal and unconstitutional war in Iran has created immense economic hardship for Americans already struggling to make ends meet.
In his remarks, Sena more
100 Days Since President Trump Launched His War Of Choice In Iran, Durbin Again Criticizes The Administration For Their Unclear Strategy
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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100 Days Since President Trump Launched His War Of Choice In Iran, Durbin Again Criticizes The Administration For Their Unclear Strategy
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June 09, 2026
Durbin: "We cannot allow the President to wage a war without checks, oversight, and accountability."
WASHINGTON - Following the 100-day mark of the Iran War, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) spoke on the Senate floor today cri more
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio, June 9 -- The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center issued the following news:
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DAF senior leaders explain, justify sizable budget boost in Senate hearing
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Presenting a unified front, the highest-ranking civilian and military leaders of the Air Force and Space Force told a Senate subcommittee June 9 that the historic boost in spending for the department is necessary to defend the nation and that mechanisms are already in place to spend the funds wisely more
Durbin Slams Republicans For Failing To Address Affordability Concerns As Americans Are Paying Sky-High Prices For Gas, Groceries, & Health Care
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Durbin Slams Republicans For Failing To Address Affordability Concerns As Americans Are Paying Sky-High Prices For Gas, Groceries, & Health Care
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June 09, 2026
Durbin: "American families are struggling. They don't believe that Trump's policies have given them any relief from what they face on a day-to-day basis."
WASHINGTON - During a speech on the Senate floor today, U.S. Senate Democrati more
ICE: Harder Votes No on New ICE Funding, Condemns Blank Check while Working Families Struggle
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Rep. Joshua Harder, D-California, issued the following news release:
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ICE: Harder Votes No on New ICE Funding, Condemns Blank Check while Working Families Struggle
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Reconciliation package redirects nearly $70 billion in taxpayer and health care dollars to ICE
WASHINGTON - Today, following the U.S. House passage of legislation to redirect billions in taxpayer and health care dollars to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Rep. Josh Harder (CA-09), who more
Kennedy explains why Congress is unlikely to pass new budgets: "Every single Democrat will vote no"
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Kennedy explains why Congress is unlikely to pass new budgets: "Every single Democrat will vote no"
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Watch Kennedy's comments here.
WASHINGTON - Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) explained why he believes Senate Democrats will refuse to pass a new budget in favor of another government shutdown before the midterm elections in a speech on the U.S. Senate floor.
Key excerpts of the speech are below:
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