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4 Energy Organizations Urge FAA to Strengthen Drone Restrictions Protecting Critical Electric Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 Bryan Bedford Administrator Federal Aviation Administration U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Ave SE Washington, D.C. 20590 Re: Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility (Docket No. FAA-2026-4558; Notice No. 26-03) Dear A more

Alliance for Chemical Distribution Urges FAA to Finalize Risk-Based Unmanned Aircraft Flight Restrictions to Protect Chemical Facilities

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 The Honorable Bryan Bedford Administrator U.S. Federal Aviation Administration 800 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20591 Attention Docket ID No. FAA-2026-4558 Submitted via Regulations.gov RE:Comments in Response to FAA Section 2209 NPRM: Designation - Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in C more

American Bankers Association Urges CFPB to Simplify Mortgage Disclosure Rules and Reduce Compliance Burdens

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Rod J. Alba Senior Vice President Real Estate Finance, Mortgage ralba@aba.com 1333 New Hampshire Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20036 1-800-BANKERS aba.com August 6, 2026 Comment Intake-Mortgage Disclosures and Rescission RFI c/o Legal Division Docket Manager Consumer Financial Protection Bureau 445 12th St. SW more

Catholic University of America: AI and the Meaning of Work - September 2026 Symposium

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- The Catholic University of America issued the following news: * * * AI and the Meaning of Work: September 2026 Symposium What does it mean to work -- and to be human -- in an age of artificial intelligence? That's the question at the center of a symposium coming to The Catholic University of America this fall. Organized by the University's Leonum Institute for AI and Emerging Technologies and co-sponsored by The Word on Fire Institute, "AI and the Meaning of Work Sympos more

Circana: Rising Prices and Americans' Focus on Value Keeps Consumer Technology Revenue Growth on a Moderate Track Through 2028

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 7 (TNSxrep) -- Circana, a provider of big data, predictive analytics and forward-looking insights that help consumer packaged goods, over-the-counter health care organizations, retailers and media companies, issued the following news release: * * * Rising Prices and Americans' Focus on Value Keeps Consumer Technology Revenue Growth on a Moderate Track Through 2028 Notebook PCs' share of total U.S. tech revenue projected to reach a five-year high in 2026. - The trajec more

DOE Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory: Ferroelectricity Emerges at the Nanoscale

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 (TNSjou) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory issued the following news: * * * Ferroelectricity Emerges at the Nanoscale An ultra-thin version of a common material could boost electronic device efficiency. Key Takeaways * Researchers discovered that an ultrathin version of titanium oxide displays spontaneous electrical alignment known as ferroelectricity. * Compared to standard materials used in logic and memory devices, ferroelectric ma more

Entrepreneurs' Organization: Mark Cuban on Trust, AI, and Entrepreneurship - 5 Lessons for Founders

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Aug. 7 -- Entrepreneurs' Organization issued the following news on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Mark Cuban on Trust, AI, and Entrepreneurship: 5 Lessons for Founders At a recent EO Rise event in Beverly Hills, the famed entrepreneur and investor shared candid insights on leadership, innovation, AI adoption, and business growth, offering fellow entrepreneurs a practical framework for building companies that endure amid ever-changing technologies and markets. - In July, more than more

Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond: Capital and AI Investment in the Fifth District

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 7 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond issued the following Regional Matters analysis by Drew Ngo and Sonya Ravindranath Waddell: * * * Capital and AI Investment in the Fifth District According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, much of the recent growth in private sector investment in the U.S. economy has been technology related, from investment in information processing equipment and intellectual property products to exponential growth in data centers. In additi more

Florida Atlantic University Awarded U.S. EPA Grant to Combat Harmful Algal Blooms

BOCA RATON, Florida, Aug. 7 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAU Awarded U.S. EPA Grant to Combat Harmful Algal Blooms Grant Snapshot: Florida Atlantic University's College of Engineering and Computer Science has received an $800,475 grant from the Gulf of America Division of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to develop an innovative, artificial intelligence-guided technology that removes excess phos more

Frost and Sullivan: Waste-To-Energy Systems - Turning Waste Into a Strategic Energy and Circular Economy Opportunity

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 7 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release: * * * Waste-to-Energy Systems: Turning Waste into a Strategic Energy and Circular Economy Opportunity This blog is based on the analysis titled, "Growth Opportunities Emerging from Waste-to-energy Systems," authored by Frost & Sullivan's growth expert, Sukriti Mahna, from the TechVision--Megatrends team. E more

Gartner Predicts More Than 70% of Global Ad Spend Will Flow Through AI-Influenced Self-Serve Advertising Platforms by 2028

STAMFORD, Connecticut, Aug. 7 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release: * * * Gartner Predicts More Than 70% of Global Ad Spend Will Flow Through AI-Influenced Self-Serve Advertising Platforms by 2028 CMOs Must Prioritize Strategically Critical Platforms and Strengthen Independent Measurement - By 2028, more than 70% of global ad spend and 80% of U.S. ad spend will flow through self-serve advertising platforms in which A more

Gettysburg College: President Bob Iuliano Elected Board Vice Chair of American Council on Education

GETTYSBURG, Pennsylvania, Aug. 7 -- Gettysburg College issued the following news: * * * President Bob Iuliano elected board vice chair of American Council on Education Entering his eighth year at Gettysburg College, President Bob Iuliano will step into a national leadership role for the ACE Board of Directors. - This summer, Gettysburg College President Bob Iuliano was elected vice chair of the American Council on Education (ACE) Board of Directors. His term will begin on October 1, 2026. more

GotHawk Solutions Urges GSA to Require Design-Time Documentation for Large Language Model Artificial Intelligence Systems

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. PUBLIC COMMENT Docket: Notice-MVAC-2026-01 Subject: Revised GSAR 552.239-7001 - Basic Safeguarding of Data Within Large Language ModelArtificial Intelligence Systems (LLMs) Submitted by: Williams Hawkins III, CEO, GotHawk Solutions LLC, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania Date: August 3, 2026 GotHawk Solutions LLC is a small busine more

Harvard Medical School: Global Collaboration Doubles Number of Patient-Derived Cancer Models To Accelerate Research

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Aug. 7 (TNSjou) -- Harvard Medical School issued the following news: * * * Global Collaboration Doubles Number of Patient-Derived Cancer Models To Accelerate Research Publicly available repository provides new tools to study cancer biology, test therapies At a glance * An international collaboration co-led by Harvard Medical School researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute has created 665 lab-grown models of patient tumors representing 27 cancer types and has made t more

Information Technology Acquisition Advisory Council Recommends Measurable, Role-Based Safeguards for Government AI Data Protection

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. IT-AAC | PUBLIC COMMENT | NOTICE-MVAC-2026-01 Information Technology Acquisition Advisory Council | it-aac.org INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACQUISITION ADVISORY COUNCIL A wholly owned subsidiary of Interoperability Clearinghouse (ICH) COMMENT ON PROPOSED GSAR CLAUSE 552.239-7001 Basic Safeguarding of Data Within Large Langu more

Introducing McKinsey's Distinguished Partner Role and Inaugural Class

NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- McKinsey and Co., a worldwide management consulting firm, presented the following statement on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Introducing McKinsey's distinguished partner role and inaugural class Clients are increasingly looking to McKinsey for deeper expertise, longer-term partnership, and enduring impact within their organizations. Today, leading organizations and their executives understand that a great idea or bold vision--though vital--are not enough to deliver transformation. S more

ITI Raises Security Concerns Over FAA's Proposed Drone Flight Restriction Rule Near Critical Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 Bryan Bedford Administrator Federal Aviation Administration U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, D.C. 20590 Re: Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility (Docket No. FAA-2026-4558; Notice No. 26-03) Dea more

Johns Hopkins: Human Genome Milestone Opens Door for Personalized Genomics

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Aug. 7 (TNSjou) -- Johns Hopkins University issued the following news: * * * Human genome milestone opens door for personalized genomics The ability to quickly and affordably survey a patient's entire genome is expected to accelerate research, diagnostics, and precision medicine By Jill Rosen Scientists have reconstructed the complete genome of a real person, with full sets of chromosomes from each parent, a breakthrough expected to advance research, improve the diagnos more

Judiciary Republicans Raise Concerns About South Korea Law Targeting American Companies and Online Speech

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Judiciary Republicans Raise Concerns About South Korea Law Targeting American Companies and Online Speech Today, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH), Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust Chairman Scott Fitzgerald (R-WI), Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, an more

Law Reform Institute Urges Stronger AI Incident Reporting and Enhanced Government Oversight in Proposed GSA Data Safeguarding Clause

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. lawreforminstitute.org August 3, 2026 Office of Acquisition Policy U.S. General Services Administration Via Regulations.gov Re: Comments on Notice-MVAC-2026-01, Proposed GSAR clause 552.239-7001 To the Office of Acquisition Policy: The Law Reform Institute ("LRI") appreciates the opportunity to comment on the p more

Lebanon Valley College Creates the LVC Family Scholarship for Graduate Programs

ANNVILLE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 7 -- Lebanon Valley College issued the following news: * * * Lebanon Valley College Creates the LVC Family Scholarship for Graduate Programs LVC will offer a 15% tuition discount scholarship for 20 career-focused graduate degrees and certificates to eligible parents, siblings, spouses, and children of current LVC students and alumni who are admitted. Key Points * Lebanon Valley College parents, siblings, spouses, and children of current LVC students and alumni more

Leonardo DRS and Space42 Sign Agreement to Advance Next-Generation C5ISR Mission Systems

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 7 -- Leonardo DRS, a company that says it provides advanced defense technology to U.S. national security customers and allies around the world, issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Leonardo DRS and Space42 Sign Agreement to Advance Next-Generation C5ISR Mission Systems Leonardo DRS, Inc. (Nasdaq: DRS) announced today that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Space42, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) based AI-powered space technolog more

MassNAHRO Urges HUD to Avoid Reducing Housing Voucher Funding Amid Inflation Factor Changes

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 990 Washington Street, Suite 209 Dedham, MA 02026 Phone: (617) 367-0008 Fax: (617) 720-2529 www.massnahro.org National Association of Housing & Redevelopment Officials August 5, 2026 Regulations Division Office of the General Counsel Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street, SW, Room 10276 Was more

McGraw-Hill Education Issues Commentary: Finding the Balance - What the Screen Time Debate Can Teach Us About AI in Education

NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- McGraw-Hill Education issued the following commentary on Aug. 5, 2026, by President and CEO Philip Moyer: * * * Finding the Balance: What the Screen Time Debate Can Teach Us About AI in Education Educators are not rejecting technology. They are asking for a more thoughtful approach to it. - We've reached a crucial moment in the debate over screens in the classroom. For decades, schools around the world invested heavily in technology with the hope that greater access wou more

Mutual of Omaha Workplace Solutions & Claritev Collaborate to Simplify Supplemental Health Benefits Claims Process

OMAHA, Nebraska, Aug. 7 -- Mutual of Omaha Insurance, a provider of insurance, banking and financial products for individuals, businesses and groups, issued the following news release: * * * Mutual of Omaha Workplace Solutions and Claritev Collaborate to Simplify Supplemental Health Benefits Claims Process Mutual of Omaha and Claritev are collaborating to streamline how employees utilize their supplemental health benefits. With Claritev's innovative solutions powering medical claims integrati more

National Association of Manufacturers Supports Risk-Based FAA Drone Restrictions to Protect Critical Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Christopher Phalen Vice President, Domestic Policy 1 August 5, 2026 Docket Operations U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Room W58-213, West Building 5th Floor Washington, DC 20590-0001 Re: Comments of the National Association of Manufacturers; Designation-Restrict the Operation of U more

National Association of State Energy Officials Urges DOE to Enhance Building Energy Code Methodology While Addressing Broader Housing Affordability Challenges

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 3, 2026 U.S. Department of Energy Building Technologies Office 1000 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20585-0121 Dear Assistant Secretary Robertson: The National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO) represents the governor-designated state energy directors and their offices from the 50 sta more

National Shooting Sports Foundation Raises Public Safety Concerns Over ATF Proposal for Expanded Remote Gun Sales

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 ATF Rulemaking Comments Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives 99 New York Avenue NE, Mail Stop 6.N-518 Washington, DC 20226 RE: Comment on RIN 1140-AB05; Docket No. ATF-2026-0266; ATF No. 2025R-26P; Revising Non-Over-the more

NetApp Acquires JetStream Software to Advance Cyber Resilience and Data Protection for the AI Era

SUNNYVALE, California, Aug. 7 -- NetApp, a provider of software, systems and services to manage and store data, issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * NetApp Acquires JetStream Software to Advance Cyber Resilience and Data Protection for the AI Era Acquisition strengthens NetApp's portfolio with recovery and mobility capabilities that help organizations reduce risk and accelerate transformation SAN JOSE, Calif. - NetApp(R) (NASDAQ: NTAP), the Intelligent Data Infrastructure more

New York Life Appoints Zhen Zhao as Chief AI Officer

NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- New York Life Insurance, a mutual life insurance company, issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * New York Life appoints Zhen Zhao as Chief AI Officer Zhao to lead enterprise AI strategy, overseeing development and deployment of AI - New York Life today announced the appointment of new Chief AI Officer Zhen Zhao. In this role, Zhao will lead the company's AI strategy, platforms and execution, driving the development and delivery of advanced AI and data s more

North Olympic Healthcare Network Urges CMS to Address Barriers and Protect Medicaid Coverage in Community Engagement Requirements

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 240 W Front Street, Suite A Port Angeles, WA 98362 (360) 452-7891 www.FQHC-pa.org July 27, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 ATTN: CMS-2454-IFC RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagemen more

Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law: Reimagining Legal Education in an AI Era

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 7 -- The Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law issued the following school news: * * * Reimagining Legal Education in an AI Era Long before artificial intelligence became a defining topic in legal education, Northwestern Pritzker School of Law professor Emerson Tiller was asking a broader question: How should law schools prepare students for a profession that is rapidly changing? During more than two decades at Northwestern Pritzker Law, that question has sha more

Optimus Health Care Urges CMS to Simplify Medical Frailty Rules and Support Community Health Centers in Medicaid Engagement Requirements

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 305 Boston Avenue, Stratford, Connecticut 06614 July 31, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Dear more

Pega Named a Leader in AI Platforms by Independent Research Firm

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Aug. 7 -- Pegasystems, a software company empowering digital transformation, issued the following news release: * * * Pega Named a Leader in AI Platforms by Independent Research Firm Pega's AI-powered platform recognized for agent and app development capabilities, with Pega Blueprint excelling in workflow design Waltham, Mass. - Pegasystems Inc. (NASDAQ: PEGA), the enterprise AI software company for mission-critical work, today announced Forrester Research named Peg more

Penn State-Lehigh Valley: Summer Programs Connect AI, Academic Readiness and Student Success

CENTER VALLEY, Pennsylvania, Aug. 7 -- Pennsylvania State University Lehigh Valley campus issued the following news: * * * Summer programs connect AI, academic readiness and student success SMART and BRIDGE AI give incoming students an early start on college success through stronger academic foundations, artificial intelligence literacy, critical thinking and confidence By Ryan Abramson For students preparing to begin college, the transition to higher education can bring both excitement and more

Professional Services Council Urges Clarifications and Risk-Based Approach in Proposed GSA Clause on Safeguarding Data in AI Large Language Models

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 4401 Wilson Blvd., Suite 1110, Arlington, VA3-875-8059 03-875-8922 www.pscouncil.org 4401 Wilson Blvd., Suite 1110, Arlington, VA 22203 P: 703-875-8059 F: 703-875-8922 August 3, 2026 Office of Acquisition Policy U.S. General Services Administration 1800 F Street NW Washington, DC 20405 ATTN: Mr. Jeffrey A. more

Regional Energy Efficiency Organizations Recommend Lifecycle Analysis and Expanded Metrics for DOE Building Energy Code Cost-Effectiveness Methodology

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 Response to DOE Request for Information Updating and Improving the Methodology for Assessing Affordability and Cost-Effectiveness of Building Energy Codes Docket No. EERE-2026-BT-BC-0034 Submitted by: Regional Energy Efficiency Organizations August 3, 2026 The undersigned Regional Energy Efficiency Organizations (REE more

Report From Australian Competition and Consumer Commission: Inquiry Into the National Electricity Market

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Inquiry into the National Electricity Market - A report from Australian Competition and Consumer Commission - June 2026 (114 pages) Here are excerpts: * * * Contents Executive Summary ... 2 1. Introduction ... 14 1.1. Our role in electricity markets ... 14 1.2. The data we collect ... 15 1.3. We focus on batteries and virtual power plants ... 16 1.4. How we have used artificial intelligence ... 16 2. Billing outcomes for regular electricity customers ... more

Report From Royal Academy of Engineering and National Engineering Policy Centre: Smart Systems for Clean Power

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Smart Systems for Clean Power: Why faster, better digitalisation is critical to Clean Power 2030 and beyond - A report from Royal Academy of Engineering and National Engineering Policy Centre - July 2026 (40 pages) Here are excerpts: * * * Contents Foreword ... 3 Executive summary ... 5 1. Introduction ... 9 2. Digitalisation as a critical enabler of consumer-led flexibility ... 11 2.1. The need for consumer-led flexibility ... 11 2.2. How digitalisation more

Sanford Burnham Prebys Partners With Department of Health in Abu Dhabi

LA JOLLA, California, Aug. 7 -- Sanford Burnham Prebys issued the following news release: * * * Sanford Burnham Prebys partners with Department of Health in Abu Dhabi Nonbinding pact intended to expand and accelerate biomedical research in both nations - Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute has entered a nonbinding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (part of the United Arab Emirates), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the Emirat more

Sen. Banks Recommends Oversight of Unreleased AI Models

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Sen. Banks Recommends Oversight of Unreleased AI Models Encourages the Trump administration to consider steps to improve visibility into unreleased AI models and protect American AI from foreign adversaries - Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent sharing new questions about federal oversight of AI models that have not been publicly relea more

Sen. Warren Issues Letter to Commerce Dept.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 (TNSletter) -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce: * * * Here is the text of the letter: July 17, 2026 The Honorable Jeffrey Kessler Under Secretary for Industry and Security Department of Commerce 1401 Constitution Ave. NW Washington, DC 20230 Dear Under Secretary Kessler: I write to express concern and request information ab more

Sen. Warren Issues Letter to Defense Secretary Hegseth

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 (TNSletter) -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following letter to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth: * * * Here is the text of the letter: July 6, 2026 The Honorable Pete Hegseth Secretary of Defense Department of Defense 1000 Defense Pentagon Washington, DC 20301 Dear Secretary Hegseth: I write regarding my concerns around the continued lack of transparency with respect to the Department of Defense (DoD or the Department)'s use of AI in military ope more

Sen. Warren, Rep. Schakowsky Issue Letter to U.S. Trade Representative Greer

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 (TNSletter) -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, and Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Illinois, issued the following letter to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer: * * * Here is the text of the letter: July 22, 2026 The Honorable Jamieson Greer United States Trade Representative Executive Office of the President 600 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20508 Dear Ambassador Greer: We write with concerns that Big Tech lobbyists are attempting to use the United States-Mexico more

Senator Blunt Rochester Presses OpenAI and Anthropic on Recent Autonomous Hacking Incidents

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Delaware, issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Senator Blunt Rochester Presses OpenAI and Anthropic on Recent Autonomous Hacking Incidents icon Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, today sent letters to Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, and Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, regarding recent cybersecurity incidents in which the companies' models gained una more

Sens. Banks, Warner Introduce Bill to Eliminate Medical Errors and Reduce Healthcare Costs

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Sens. Banks, Warner Introduce Bill to Eliminate Medical Errors and Reduce Healthcare Costs Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Mark Warner (D-VA) introduced the Patient Matching in Certified Health IT (MATCH IT) Act, bipartisan legislation that would improve patient identification and health record matching. According to the American Health Information Management Association, patient-matching more

Sens. Warren, Blumenthal, Rep. Stansbury Issue Letter to SoftBank Group Corp. Chairman, CEO Son

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 (TNSletter) -- Sens. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, and Rep. Melanie Stansbury, D-New Mexico, issued the following letter to SoftBank Group Corp. Chairman and CEO Masayoshi Son: * * * Here is the text of the letter: June 30, 2026 Mr. Masayoshi Son Chairman and Chief Executive Officer SoftBank Group Corp. 1 Circle Star Way San Carlos, CA 94070 Dear Mr. Son: We write regarding concerns surrounding SoftBank Group's reported $50 mil more

Sens. Warren, Blumenthal, Rep. Stansbury Issue Letter to Trump Presidential Library Foundation Treasurer Faupel

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 (TNSletter) -- Sens. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, and Rep. Melanie Stansbury, D-New Mexico, issued the following letter to Madison Faupel, treasurer of the Trump Presidential Library Foundation: * * * Here is the text of the letter: July 15, 2026 Ms. Madison Faupel Treasurer Donald J. Trump Presidential Library Foundation 115 Eagle Tree Terrace Jupiter, FL 33477 Dear Ms. Faupel: We write with questions about the financial disc more

Southern Illinois University Center for Family Medicine Urges CMS to Amend Medicaid Community Engagement Rules

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 SIU Community Health Center Programs Integrating Medical, Behavioral and Dental Health With 16 sites across Central and Southern Illinois Health Center Locations Springfield Quincy Decatur Carbondale Jacksonville Lincoln Taylorville Pittsfield Administrative Offices SIU Center for Family Medicine 520 N. 4th Street, S more

St. Louis Fed President Musalem Issues Speech at Center for Public Policy Debate

SAO PAULO, Brazil, Aug. 7 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis issued the following remarks on Aug. 6, 2026, by President Alberto Musalem at the Center for Public Policy Debate: * * * Monetary Policy and Productivity: Promoting Growth vs. Stabilizing Prices St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem delivered a speech titled "Monetary Policy and Productivity: Promoting Growth vs. Stabilizing Prices," in which he discussed the possibility that monetary policy doesn't merely respond to product more

Stats Perform Urges CFTC to Prioritize Objective Settlement Data and Reliable Providers in Sports-Related Event Contracts Rulemaking

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The Point, 37 North Wharf Road, Paddington, London W2 1AF | statsperform.com July 27, 2026 Mr. Christopher Kirkpatrick Secretary of the Commission Commodity Futures Trading Commission Three Lafayette Centre 1155 21st Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20581 Re: Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Concerning Event Contracts Involv more

University of Cincinnati: Everyday Guide to AI Prompt Engineering

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Aug. 7 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news: * * * Everyday guide to AI prompt engineering Prompting can be the difference between strong and poor artificial intelligence outputs By Stephen Kenney, kenneysn@ucmail.uc.edu The difference between an impactful and a worthless AI response often comes down to the prompts you provide. Get them right and artificial intelligence tools can save time, spark ideas and help you do your best work. This practice is more

University of Maryland Baltimore: Do Law School AI Bans Teach The Wrong Lesson?

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Aug. 7 -- The University of Maryland Baltimore campus issued the following news: * * * Do Law School AI Bans Teach The Wrong Lesson? Wanda Haskel University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law professor Donald B. Tobin, JD, the Gordon, Wolf & Carney Professor of Law and student Samuel Irwin argue in Jurist News that "Law School AI Bans Teach Exactly the Wrong Lesson." Berkeley Law recently announced a new artificial intelligence policy that, absent a professor' more

University of Michigan Issues Q&A: Sniffing Out Machine Learning for Undergraduates

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Aug. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following Q&A on Aug. 6, 2026, involving professor of statistics Ambuj Tewari: * * * Sniffing out machine learning for undergraduates How a U-M researcher is using the study of smell to teach students machine learning - Artificial intelligence has changed our lives in myriad ways. Give it a budget, and ChatGPT gives you a grocery list and a week's worth of meal plans. People use large language models and generati more

University of Texas Dallas: PhD Student Locks Spot as Rising Cybersecurity Researcher

RICHARDSON, Texas, Aug. 7 -- The University of Texas Dallas campus issued the following news: * * * PhD Student Locks Spot as Rising Cybersecurity Researcher By Kim Horner Computer science professor Dr. Kevin Hamlen is on a quest to train students in a combination of high-demand computer-security skills: the mathematical reasoning needed to prove software is secure and the programming expertise needed to uncover real-world vulnerabilities that could lead to cyberattacks. The University of T more

VCOM - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine: Career of Compassion - Celebrating the Retirement of Dedicated Physician and Educator, David G. Harden, DO

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 7 -- VCOM - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine issued the following news: * * * Career of Compassion: Celebrating the Retirement of a Dedicated Physician and Educator, David G. Harden, DO By Caroline Bennett After 22 years of teaching, healing, and mentoring at VCOM, David G. Harden, DO, is retiring as discipline chair for Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) and associate professor of OMM and Family Medicine at the Virginia campus. Although he is hangin more

2026-2027 Academic Policy on Student Use of AI

NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- The Columbia Law School posted the following news: * * * 2026-2027 Academic Policy on Student Use of AI * Dear members of the Columbia Law School community, I am writing to share the Law School's updated default Academic Policy on Student Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the 2026-2027 academic year. The policy makes clear that Columbia Law students bear full intellectual responsibility for all submitted work, while preserving flexibility for instructors to adop more

AI and 'Ramanomics' could eliminate a major obstacle to studying living cells

BUFFALO, New York, Aug. 6 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * AI and 'Ramanomics' could eliminate a major obstacle to studying living cells * Figure 1 shows how fluorescent labels help identify cell structures while collecting biochemical data, creating the examples needed to train the AI model. Figure 3 shows how AI distinguishes cell structures using their natural biochemical signatures alone. Credit: University at Buffalo. more

AI models nearly erase female characters when they write kids stories about animals

SEATTLE, Washington, Aug. 6 -- The University of Washington posted the following news release: * * * AI models nearly erase female characters when they write kids stories about animals * Last year, Melanie Walsh, a University of Washington assistant professor in the Information School, wrote an article examining how 300 popular children's books gendered their animal characters. Of the 13 most common animals, most were male -unless they happened to be cats, ducks or birds, which trended sligh more

Amazon India's Great Freedom Sale 2026 live now - discover blockbuster deals and Made in India favorites with AI-powered shopping

SEATTLE, Washington, Aug. 6 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon posted the following news: * * * Amazon India's Great Freedom Sale 2026 live now - discover blockbuster deals and Made in India favorites with AI-powered shopping * Bengaluru: Amazon.in is all set to bring customers exciting deals, new launches and savings with the Amazon Great Freedom Sale 2026, starting 7 August 2026. The shopping event offers exciting deals, bank discounts and AI-powered shopping experiences across wid more

Americans Deserve a Capital Markets Agenda that Puts Investors First

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 [Category: Financial Services] -- Better Markets, an organization that says it promotes pro-market, pro-business and pro-growth policies to help build a better financial system, posted the following news release: * * * Americans Deserve a Capital Markets Agenda that Puts Investors First * Benjamin Schiffrin, Director of Securities Policy for Better Markets, issued the following statement in connection with Better Markets' new Fact Sheet entitled "A Capital Markets Agenda t more

At the Crossroads of Innovation and Humanity: UWG's Orsega Named Governor's Teaching Fellow for 2026 Symposium on AI and Human Skills

CARROLLTON, Georgia, Aug. 6 -- The University of West Georgia posted the following news: * * * At the Crossroads of Innovation and Humanity: UWG's Orsega Named Governor's Teaching Fellow for 2026 Symposium on AI and Human Skills * Selected as a Governor's Teaching Fellow (GTF) for the 2026 symposium, "Generative AI Skills and Human Essential Skills," the University of West Georgia's Dr. Michael Orsega is stepping into a statewide conversation about the future of learning - one that asks how more

Auburn-led team brings AI, materials research together in Genesis Mission

AUBURN, Alabama, Aug. 6 -- Auburn University College of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Auburn-led team brings AI, materials research together in Genesis Mission * The federal government's quest to revolutionize scientific discovery and boost innovation through artificial intelligence (AI) is giving Auburn's Reza Molaei's research a role in what may become a landmark endeavor. Molaei, an assistant professor of mechanical engineering, has received funding from the Department of more

Bowie State University Launches Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence

BOWIE, Maryland, Aug. 6 -- Bowie State University posted the following news release: * * * Bowie State University Launches Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence * #Degree advances workforce development, innovation and student success in one of the nation's fastest-growing fields Bowie State University will launch a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence in fall 2026. The 120-credit program will be offered on campus, expanding access to one of the nation's most in-demand fie more

Campus Switch Refresh Gets Boost from AI Cybersecurity Threats, According to Dell'Oro Group

REDWOOD CITY, California, Aug. 6 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Dell'Oro Group, a provider of market information about the networking and telecommunications industries, issued the following news release: * * * Campus Switch Refresh Gets Boost from AI Cybersecurity Threats, According to Dell'Oro Group * REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - August 6, 2026 - According to a recently published report by Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for information about the telecommunications, security, networks, a more

Clemson University prepares the next-generation workforce to keep the lights on

CLEMSON, South Carolina, Aug. 6 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * Clemson University prepares the next-generation workforce to keep the lights on * College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences Engineers are crucial to the electric grid, but it worked so well for so long that it became a victim of its own success- many engineering students started to see it as boring and looked elsewhere for careers they perceived as more exciting. All that is starting to chan more

Commerce Committee Advances Kids Online Safety Legislation

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on Aug. 5, 2026: * * * Commerce Committee Advances Kids Online Safety Legislation Today, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation advanced four measures relating to kids' online safety and Coast Guard promotions. The following actions were taken during today's Executive Session: Agreed to by voice vote: S. 1748, K more

DCMA International drives global-defense collaboration

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- The Defense Contract Management Agency issued the following news: * * * DCMA International drives global-defense collaboration * GARMISCH, Germany - The Defense Contract Management Agency's International Command and German host-nation officials recently held the annual Host Nation Engagement here. The multi-day summit convened 94 senior leaders and acquisition professionals representing 19 partner nations and seven international agencies. The attending quality and cont more

Does Minnesota Carlson's MBA Have a STEM Designation? Management Science MBA Overview

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 6 -- The University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management issued the following news: * * * Does Minnesota Carlson's MBA Have a STEM Designation? Management Science MBA Overview * STEM designation has become one of the most important factors international students weigh when choosing a U.S. MBA program. Many business schools now offer STEM options, though the structure varies by program. At many schools, STEM status applies only if you elect into a specific co more

Drew University Launches No-Cost Google Career Certificate Program

MADISON, New Jersey, Aug. 6 -- Drew University posted the following news: * * * Drew University Launches No-Cost Google Career Certificate Program Drew is among the first institutions in the Google AI for Education Accelerator program - Drew University students, alumni, and employees will gain access to flexible, online programs designed to build job-ready skills in more than 15 fields through the Drew University-Google Certificates Project. The initiative is part of the Google AI for Educ more

DSU launches new programs in artificial intelligence

MADISON, South Dakota, Aug. 6 -- Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * DSU launches new programs in artificial intelligence * MADISON, S.D. -Dakota State University continues expanding its leadership in technology-focused education with the launch of three new academic programs in artificial intelligence. Beginning in the upcoming academic terms, students will be able to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Artificial Intelligence, an Artificial Intelligence Graduate C more

DXC and Primary Launch AI-Native Zero Trust Platform for Enterprise AI

ASHBURN, Virginia, Aug. 6 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- DXC Technology, an information technology services company, posted the following news release: * * * DXC and Primary Launch AI-Native Zero Trust Platform for Enterprise AI * * DXC becomes the exclusive managed services partner for Primary's AI-native Zero Trust Unified Control Plane, helping enterprises securely scale AI. * New joint offering helps businesses and government agencies govern how AI agents and enterprise AI appl more

Energy & Water Development & Related Agencies Appropriations - Funding History & Agency Descriptions Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 3)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49046) on July 27, 2026, entitled "Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations - Funding History and Agency Descriptions:" (Continued from Part 1 of 3) * * * Department of Energy The E&W regular appropriations acts typically have funded nearly all DOE programs./20 Major DOE activities are authorized under multiple energy statutes and include the following: * research an more

Golden Gate University Names Taylor Jantz Senior Vice President for Operations and Chief Financial Officer

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Aug. 6 -- Golden Gate University issued the following news: * * * Golden Gate University Names Taylor Jantz Senior Vice President for Operations and Chief Financial Officer Golden Gate University announced the appointment of Taylor Jantz as Senior Vice President for Operations and Chief Financial Officer, effective August 3, 2026. Jantz has served in the role on an interim basis since April. In this role, Jantz will oversee the university's Finance and Accounting t more

HPU Research and Innovation: July 2026

HIGH POINT, North Carolina, Aug. 6 -- High Point University issued the following news release: * * * HPU Research and Innovation: July 2026 * HPU students John Marsh, Rilee Bahner, Dr. Jeremy Whitson, Natalie Maloziec, Kayley Simon and Luke Bantamoi were pictured from left at the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology Conference in Denver, Colorado. - High Point University(r) students, faculty and staff frequently conduct, publish and share research and creative works in a va more

IBM Introduces Apptio AI Value & ROI to Close the Gap Between AI Spend and Business Results

ARMONK, New York, Aug. 6 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release: * * * IBM Introduces Apptio AI Value & ROI to Close the Gap Between AI Spend and Business Results * New release gives technology and finance executives a single view of token spend, cost, and the business outcomes AI investments actually produce Key facts * IBM Apptio AI Value & ROI connects AI spending, including token costs, to measurable business outcomes. * Technology and finance ex more

Khimji Ramdas Group Chooses Rimini Street to Reduce SAP Support Costs, Protect 700+ Customizations and Reinvest Savings in Innovation

PLEASANTON, California, Aug. 6 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Rimini Street, a provider of independent enterprise software support services, issued the following news release: * * * Khimji Ramdas Group Chooses Rimini Street to Reduce SAP Support Costs, Protect 700+ Customizations and Reinvest Savings in Innovation * #Omani conglomerate gains greater control over its IT roadmap, avoids migration pressure and funds AI and growth initiatives LAS VEGAS - August 6, 2026 - Rimini Street, I more

MIT Researchers Can Now Precisely Measure How Heat Moves Through Multilayered Materials Like Computer Chips

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Aug. 6 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * A new way to watch heat move through electronics MIT researchers can now precisely measure how heat moves through multilayered materials like computer chips. - The same overheating problem that happens to our laptops also plagues computer servers and data centers around the world -and heat management is only getting harder as computer chips get more compact and powerful. Understan more

Mitra Keluarga Advances Its Digital Transformation with Generative AI on Amazon Bedrock

SEATTLE, Washington, Aug. 6 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon posted the following news: * * * Mitra Keluarga Advances Its Digital Transformation with Generative AI on Amazon Bedrock * JAKARTA - Mitra Keluarga (IDX: MIKA), one of Indonesia's largest and most established private hospital networks, today announced a new phase in its digital transformation, using Amazon Web Services (AWS) generative AI service Amazon Bedrock to take repetitive, time-consuming work off the shoulders of more

Moravian University Launches AI for Business Certificate to Help Regional Leaders Capitalize on Emerging Technologies

BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania, Aug. 6 -- Moravian University issued the following news release: * * * Moravian University Launches AI for Business Certificate to Help Regional Leaders Capitalize on Emerging Technologies Offered through the School of Professional Studies and Innovation (SPSI), the new certificate program can be completed as a standalone credential or stacked directly toward an MBA with an AI concentration. - Moravian University announced it will offer an AI for Business Certificat more

Murkowski and Colleagues Work to Modernize Fisheries Science

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, issued the following news release: * * * Murkowski and Colleagues Work to Modernize Fisheries Science * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) introduced legislation that would help the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) better assess and protect our fisheries. The Fisheries Science Modernization Act would incorporate environmental DNA (eDNA) and other biomole more

New platform speeds bacterial gene mapping for better biotech design

OAK RIDGE, Tennessee, Aug. 6 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory issued the following news release: * * * New platform speeds bacterial gene mapping for better biotech design Key points section: * ORNL platform enables high-throughput QTL mapping in microbes, identifying precise genes-to-traits linkages. * Use of AI and automation results in 10X faster identification of key traits in microbes, mapping desired characteristics to genetic triggers. * Speeds the de more

New Sociology Course Takes a Critical Look at Conspiracy Theories, Misinformation and Pseudoscience

TURLOCK, California, Aug. 6 -- California State University Stanislaus posted the following news: * * * New Sociology Course Takes a Critical Look at Conspiracy Theories, Misinformation and Pseudoscience Stan State Professors Jennifer Whitmer and Meggan Jordan Aim to Help Students Evaluate Online Claims and Better Understand How Beliefs Are Socially Formed - From viral health claims and artificial intelligence-generated images and videos to moral panics and conspiracy theories both old and more

Northern Trust Pension Universe Data: Canadian Pension Plan Returns Rise in Q2

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 6 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Northern Trust, an international financial services company, posted the following news release: * * * Northern Trust Pension Universe Data: Canadian Pension Plan Returns Rise in Q2 * TORONTO - Canadian pension plan returns rose in the second quarter, supported by robust equity market performance, with the median pension plan returning 6.6% for the quarter and 6.8% year-to-date, according to the Northern Trust Canada Universe. G more

POSe Modernized Core Applications Six Months Ahead of Schedule Using Kiro

SEATTLE, Washington, Aug. 6 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon posted the following news: * * * POSe Modernized Core Applications Six Months Ahead of Schedule Using Kiro * JAKARTA, August 6, 2026 -POSe today announced it compressed eight months of engineering work into nine weeks using Kiro, a generative AI-powered development tool from Amazon Web Services (AWS). The Indonesian fintech, which supports over 60,000 merchants across 31 provinces, modernized eleven core applications and more

Prof. Pevzner: The Responsible Use of AI is a Strength - Not a Weakness

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Aug. 6 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news: * * * Prof. Pevzner: The Responsible Use of AI is a Strength - Not a Weakness * #'To use AI effectively, you must verify the work. That takes human expertise.' Writing in The Baltimore Sun, Mikhail Pevzner, professor of accounting in The University of Baltimore's Merrick School of Business, says that it's important for higher education to distinguish between AI's capacity for increasing efficiency and prod more

Redwire's SpaceMD Announces its First Commercial Mission on SpaceX's Starfall Spacecraft to Scale In-Space Pharmaceutical Development

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Aug. 6 [Category: BizScience] -- Redwire, a space infrastructure and innovation company enabling civil, commercial and national security programs, issued the following news release: * * * Redwire's SpaceMD Announces its First Commercial Mission on SpaceX's Starfall Spacecraft to Scale In-Space Pharmaceutical Development SpaceMD plans to fly 32 PIL-BOXes in 2028 on this Starfall mission - Space Microgravity Development LLC (SpaceMD), a wholly owned subsidiary of Redwir more

Regulatory Decision Engine Wins Eighth Annual StartUp Lehigh Valley Pitch Competition

BETHLEHEM, Pennsylania, Aug. 6 -- Lehigh University posted the following news: * * * Regulatory Decision Engine Wins Eighth Annual StartUp Lehigh Valley Pitch Competition * At any time, inspectors can arrive without warning to FDA-regulated facilities to check compliance. When the inspection does not meet standards, the company receives an FDA form 483. One in three inspections leads to a bad report, according to SkyPreme Resolve founder Rashmeet Sangari. With limited time to reply, and si more

Release: Rep. Khanna Introduces Data Center Bill of Rights

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Release: Rep. Khanna Introduces Data Center Bill of Rights * Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Ro Khanna (CA-17) introduced a Data Center Bill of Rights that would give Americans and local communities greater control over the construction and operation of AI data centers. The resolution calls for prohibiting data centers in residential areas and within 2,500 feet of homes, schools, childcare facilit more

Rockwell Automation Site Named a World Economic Forum Global Lighthouse

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, Aug. 6 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Rockwell Automation, an industrial automation and information company, issued the following news release: * * * Rockwell Automation Site Named a World Economic Forum Global Lighthouse * The Rockwell Automation Singapore manufacturing facility has been named a member of the Global Lighthouse Network by the World Economic Forum (WEF). The designation recognizes this facility for applying advanced technologies at scale to deliv more

Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation Ranking Member Cantwell Issues Opening Statement at Markup of Kids Online Safety Bills

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, ranking member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on Aug. 5, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Cantwell Opening Statement at Markup of Kids Online Safety Bills U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, gave the following opening statement at today's markup of kids online safety bills: "Thank you, Mr. Chairm more

Senators Kim and Hagerty Lead Colleagues in Introducing Bill to Protect American AI Technology from Foreign Attacks

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Andy Kim, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Senators Kim and Hagerty Lead Colleagues in Introducing Bill to Protect American AI Technology from Foreign Attacks * Senator Andy Kim (D-N.J.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking Subcommittee on National Security and International Trade and Finance and Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), along with Senate Banking Chairman Tim Scott (R-SC) and Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), introduced the Blocking more

SHSU Launches New Bridge to Cyber Program

HUNTSVILLE, Texas, Aug. 6 -- Sam Houston State University posted the following news: * * * SHSU Launches New Bridge to Cyber Program * As technology and artificial intelligence continue to evolve, the need for skilled cybersecurity professionals is growing rapidly. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there will be about 16,000 openings for information security analysts each year from 2024 to 2034. In response, the SHSU Department of Computer Science is introducing the Bridge to more

SoftBank Confirms $50 Million Donation to Trump Library Just Two Months Before Trump's Announcement of a Lease for Company's Data Center

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * SoftBank Confirms $50 Million Donation to Trump Library Just Two Months Before Trump's Announcement of a Lease for Company's Data Center * U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), along with Representative Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.), released a response from SoftBank Group (SoftBank) confirming that SoftBank donated $50 million to President Trump's Presiden more

SPEEA Negotiation Team Unanimously Endorses Boeing Prof and Tech Contract Offer

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 [Category: Engineering] -- The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers posted the following news: * * * SPEEA Negotiation Team Unanimously Endorses Boeing Prof and Tech Contract Offer * SPEEA/IFPTE Local 2001 has a new contract offer for members of the Professional and Technical Bargaining Units to vote. After months of work and weeks of negotiations with Boeing, the SPEEA Prof and Tech Negotiation Team unanimously endorsed the offers to both barg more

UCF Researcher to Support DOE Project Using AI to Accelerate Scientific Discovery

ORLANDO, Florida, Aug. 6 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * UCF Researcher to Support DOE Project Using AI to Accelerate Scientific Discovery * Scientific breakthroughs often require years of experimentation, testing and refinement before researchers can answer some of society's most complex questions. To explore how artificial intelligence can help accelerate that process, Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Haonan Ling is joining t more

UConn Magazine: Coveted Class - Applied Mechanics I

STORRS, Connecticut, Aug. 6 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * UConn Magazine: Coveted Class - Applied Mechanics I * Even when walking her dog, Sarira Motaref, professor-in-residence in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (SoCEE), is attuned to structures and forces -and to her classes. Looking at how her dog's tail moves and how the leash is being pulled might give her an idea for a real-world example that can help her students grasp a complex co more

UIS co-hosts international AI video competition for high school students

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Aug. 6 -- The University of Illinois Springfield campus posted the following news: * * * UIS co-hosts international AI video competition for high school students * The University of Illinois Springfield, in partnership with the University of Illinois System's Illinois Mexican and Mexican-American Students Initiative (I-MMAS), is inviting high school students to explore the possibilities of artificial intelligence through an international video competition and free virt more

UNCG Business Students Help Shape Banking's AI Strategy

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Aug. 6 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following news: * * * UNCG Business Students Help Shape Banking's AI Strategy * #Turning AI Into a Trusted Banking Partner Imagine it's 5 p.m. on a Friday, and you're facing a giant stack of appraisal reports, credit memos and market data before your customer arrives on Monday morning. You could use a trusted colleague to sort through the details, share strategic insights and draft a meeting more

Undergraduate Students Spend Summer Diving into Research at South Dakota Mines

RAPID CITY, South Dakota, Aug. 6 -- The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology issued the following news release: * * * Undergraduate Students Spend Summer Diving into Research at South Dakota Mines * Jocelyn Suranyi, Neha Jupalli, Krista Burkman and Louis Rancour, all undergraduates from across the country, spent the summer at South Dakota Mines in science and engineering labs across campus, working on research projects focusing on everything from counterfeit IDs and lithium to metal c more

UNF welcomes experts in AI, bioinformatics, public policy, neuroscience among new faculty

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Aug. 6 -- The University of North Florida posted the following news: * * * UNF welcomes experts in AI, bioinformatics, public policy, neuroscience among new faculty * The University of North Florida welcomes more than 30 new faculty members this fall. These educators and researchers add to UNF's expertise across a wide range of high-impact fields, including AI, cybersecurity, bioinformatics, coastal resilience, advanced manufacturing, public policy and neuroscience. more

Upcoming NCPA Events for Pharmacy Teams

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Aug. 6 [Category: Pharmaceuticals] -- The National Community Pharmacists Association issued the following news release: * * * Upcoming NCPA Events for Pharmacy Teams * ALEXANDRIA, Va. (Aug. 6, 2026) - The National Community Pharmacists Association is pleased to announce these upcoming online events for pharmacists and pharmacy team members: * Aug. 13 - Data-Driven Diabetes Care: How to Turn Pharmacy Dispensing Data into DSMES Enrollment Opportunities, part of our NCP more

UT Launches New Degrees To Prepare Students for Real-World Impact

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 6 -- The University of Tennessee posted the following news: * * * UT Launches New Degrees To Prepare Students for Real-World Impact * This fall the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is introducing two new undergraduate degrees and one new graduate degree, all the first of their kind in the state. The programs advance UT's strategic mission of preparing students to tackle challenges across Tennessee and beyond, showcasing the university's leadership in creating op more

Vanderbilt researchers lead two teams, and are part of two others, selected under DOE's Genesis Mission leveraging AI to address national challenges

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 6 -- Vanderbilt University School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Vanderbilt researchers lead two teams, and are part of two others, selected under DOE's Genesis Mission leveraging AI to address national challenges * With a growing global demand for reliable, low-carbon sources of electricity to meet rising energy demands, governments, industry, and the scientific community are taking renewed interest in safe nuclear solutions, and researchers in th more

Virginia Awards Conduent Contract to Manage and Modernize Medicaid Program Delivery Systems

FLORHAM PARK, New Jersey, Aug. 6 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Conduent, a business process services and solutions company, issued the following news release: * * * Virginia Awards Conduent Contract to Manage and Modernize Medicaid Program Delivery Systems * Conduent Incorporated (Nasdaq: CNDT), a global technology-driven business solutions and services company, today announced that the Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) has awarded the company a contract to co more

W&M to participate in Entente Cordiale Day Challenge on AI, Power and Ethics

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 6 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * W&M to participate in Entente Cordiale Day Challenge on AI, Power and Ethics * The Entente Cordiale University Challenge has selected William & Mary to be in the first cohort of U.S. universities to participate as a partner university in its annual Franco-British student summit and competition commemorating the signing of the 1904 Entente Cordiale. The Challenge is held under the patronage of His Majesty King more

WHAT OHIOANS ARE READING: 'Electric bills hit new highs across Ohio, state data shows'

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 6 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * WHAT OHIOANS ARE READING: 'Electric bills hit new highs across Ohio, state data shows' * SIGNAL OHIO: 'An average Ohioan's July electric bill will be 12% higher than 2025 and 62% higher than 2015, new cost data show.' COLUMBUS, OHIO -New reporting shows that electric bills will "likely hit record highs for millions of Ohioans when July bills go out this month" -thanks to Jon Husted. Jon Husted's policies more

Where Americans and Canadians Turn for Financial Guidance

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 [Category: BizConsulting] -- Gallup, a research-based and performance-management consulting company, posted the following news: * * * Where Americans and Canadians Turn for Financial Guidance * Story Highlights * Internet research leads financial advice sources in the U.S. and Canada * One in five guidance-seekers use AI, but trust in its output is low * Adults at all fulfillment levels seek guidance, but from different sources WASHINGTON, D.C. -Three-quarters of Ameri more

White House: Manufacturing Jobs Flock to the U.S. Thanks to President Trump's America First Economic Agenda

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- The White House issued the following news on Aug. 4, 2026: * * * Manufacturing Jobs Flock to the U.S. Thanks to President Trump's America First Economic Agenda With President Trump's economic agenda taking effect, the United States is seeing an economic revival across our manufacturing industry. July saw the strongest expansion in domestic manufacturing activity in more than four years, marking seven consecutive months of growth in the sector. The results are clear: Pre more

White House: President Trump and Republicans Deliver Big Wins for the Silver State

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- The White House issued the following news on Aug. 5, 2026: * * * President Trump and Republicans Deliver Big Wins for the Silver State From the largest tax cut for working families in American history to the most secure border on record, Nevada is winning again under President Donald J. Trump and Republican leadership. Since returning to office, President Trump has cut taxes, driven down crime, secured the border, opened federal lands, unleashed American energy, and attr more

Why Are Schools Limiting Screen Time?

LOS ANGELES, California, Aug. 6 [Category: BizHospital] -- Cedars-Sinai, a nonprofit academic healthcare organization, posted the following news: * * * Why Are Schools Limiting Screen Time? * This school year, the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) and several neighboring school districts are introducing stricter age-based limits on classroom screen time. The new policy comes after parents and educators have long expressed concern over children's growing reliance on technology for b more

10 years in, Purdue's Cornerstone Integrated Liberal Arts program has proven effective in well-rounded training for STEM, business students

WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Aug. 5 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * 10 years in, Purdue's Cornerstone Integrated Liberal Arts program has proven effective in well-rounded training for STEM, business students * WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -Building on a decade of national recognition, Purdue University is expanding its Cornerstone Integrated Liberal Arts program in 2026 with new interdisciplinary initiatives focused on civic learning, research and engagement. Cornerstone's more

5 researchers using data, gen AI, policy analysis to shape mobility advancement

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 5 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * 5 researchers using data, gen AI, policy analysis to shape mobility advancement * Autonomous vehicles promise to radically change the way people and goods travel. However, AVs won't reach their full potential through engineering alone. The greatest breakthroughs will come from interdisciplinary teams solving complex challenges together. Michigan State University serves as a hub where experts across f more

Chemistry researchers leverage AI for hair dye development by Korean beauty brand Amorepacific

FORT COLLINS, Colorado, Aug. 5 -- Colorado State University posted the following news release: * * * Chemistry researchers leverage AI for hair dye development by Korean beauty brand Amorepacific * Are you hoping your new hair color will be more hazelnut coffee brown or golden fall harvest? Colorado State University chemistry researchers are developing artificial intelligence tools that could enable more targeted, personalized color offerings like those and speed the overall development pro more

DXC Appoints Lisa Beaudoin as Chief Product Officer to Accelerate Product-Led Growth

ASHBURN, Virginia, Aug. 5 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- DXC Technology, an information technology services company, posted the following news release: * * * DXC Appoints Lisa Beaudoin as Chief Product Officer to Accelerate Product-Led Growth * Lisa Beaudoin appointed Chief Product Officer, leading a newly unified product development organization across DXC * Beaudoin most recently led the development and launch of DXC OASIS, the company's AI-powered orchestration platform for managed more

eBay Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results

SAN JOSE, California, Aug. 5 [Category BizBusiness] -- eBay Inc., a company that says it creates ecommerce experiences for buyers, sellers and developers, issued the following news release: * * * eBay Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results * * Revenue of $3.1 billion, up 15% on an as-reported basis and up 14% on an FX-Neutral basis * Gross Merchandise Volume ("GMV") of $22.4 billion, up 15% on an as-reported basis and up 14% on an FX-Neutral basis * GAAP and Non-GAAP earnings per dilu more

Experts in artificial intelligence coming to Cameron for its 13th academic festival

LAWTON, Oklahoma, Aug. 5 -- Cameron University issued the following news release: * * * Experts in artificial intelligence coming to Cameron for its 13th academic festival * Cameron University has announced the slate of guest speakers for its 13th academic festival, "Being Human in the Age of AI," that kicks off later this month and runs through Spring 2027. The impressive roster includes experts and researchers whose work examines the benefits and perils of artificial intelligence. Speaker more

FSU computer scientist earns NSF CAREER Award to advance collaborative artificial intelligence systems

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 5 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU computer scientist earns NSF CAREER Award to advance collaborative artificial intelligence systems * A Florida State University computer scientist has earned one of the most prestigious awards available to early career faculty for exploring how wireless networks can help devices collaborate to run advanced artificial intelligence applications more efficiently and reliably without relying on cloud co more

MIT: Personalized physical therapy - Stroke rehabilitation powered by AI

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Aug. 5 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Personalized physical therapy: Stroke rehabilitation powered by AI * Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide, affecting 15 million people each year and leaving 5 million with long-term impairments. There's also a growing shortage of physical therapists, making it harder for patients to access consistent, high-quality care. A new approach developed by more

Murkowski, Duckworth Bipartisan Bill to Protect Children from Dangers of AI Toys Passes Committee

WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 -- Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, issued the following news release: * * * Murkowski, Duckworth Bipartisan Bill to Protect Children from Dangers of AI Toys Passes Committee Bipartisan legislation led by U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) to help protect children from the dangers posed by toys that use artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots successfully passed through the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation (CST) today. Th more

Senior leader engagements connect 960th Cyberspace Wing with DAF cyber priorities

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Aug. 5 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Senior leader engagements connect 960th Cyberspace Wing with DAF cyber priorities * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-CHAPMAN TRAINING ANNEX, Texas - Reserve Citizen Airmen assigned to the 960th Cyberspace Wing received senior-leader perspectives on operational priorities and enterprise modernization during two engagements June 7 and July 16, 2026, at Joint Base San Anto more

Tree-focused tech aims to bring more shade to vulnerable New Yorkers

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 5 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Tree-focused tech aims to bring more shade to vulnerable New Yorkers * A new tree grows in Brooklyn - but is it in the right place to optimize shade that protects residents from dangerous summer heat? A research partnership between Cornell Tech, New York City and New Yorkers for Parks aims to help heat-vulnerable communities in Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx answer that question, leveraging advanced analytics an more

Turning data into better health: George Mason's Bachelor's in Health Informatics earns CAHIIM accreditation

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Aug. 5 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * Turning data into better health: George Mason's Bachelor's in Health Informatics earns CAHIIM accreditation * The College of Public Health's nationally recognized program prepares students to meet rising demand for professionals who transform health care by turning data and technology into improved patient care. Health informatics plays a central role in modern health care, where electronic health records more

Xerox Holdings Corporation Declares Dividend on Common & Preferred Stock

NORWALK, Connecticut, Aug. 5 -- Xerox issued the following news release: * * * Xerox Holdings Corporation Declares Dividend on Common and Preferred Stock Xerox Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: XRX) announced today that its board of directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.025 per share on Xerox Holdings Corporation Common Stock. The dividend is payable on October 30, 2026, to shareholders of record on September 30, 2026. The board also declared a quarterly dividend of $20.00 per share on more

Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)

Appellate Courts Divided on Scope of Title IX Liability for Schools in Cases of Sexual Harassment Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11352) by legislative attorney Jared P. Cole: * * * Appellate Courts Divided on Scope of Title IX Liability for Schools in Cases of Sexual Harassment Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) prohibits sex discrimination in education programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance. Recipient schools can be liable under Title IX for an insuf more

Extreme Heat & Climate Change Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12733) by environmental policy analyst Jonathan D. Haskett. Here are excerpts: * * * Extreme Heat and Climate Change Scientific consensus supports a causal relationship between increasing global temperatures and the incidence of extreme heat. Extreme heat can have a range of serious consequences, with record-breaking temperatures and heatwaves occurring in recent years. For ex more

Overview of Small Business Contracting Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)

WASHINGTON, July 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45576) on July 21, 2026, entitled "An Overview of Small Business Contracting" by R. Corinne Blackford, small business and economic development policy analyst. Here are excerpts: * * * SUMMARY Congress has broad authority to impact the federal procurement process and how agencies purchase goods and services from private sector firms. One way in which Congress has exercised this authority is b more

Overview of Small Business Contracting Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)

WASHINGTON, July 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45576) on July 21, 2026, entitled "An Overview of Small Business Contracting:" (Continued from Part 1 of 2) * * * Small Business Mentor-Protege Programs and Joint Ventures/81 Small business mentor-protege programs typically seek to pair new businesses with more experienced businesses in mutually beneficial relationships. Proteges may receive financial, technical, or management assistance fro more

Seabed Mining on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf - Recent Developments Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13226) by natural resources policy specialists Caitlin Keating-Bitonti and Laura B. Comay. Here are excerpts: * * * Seabed Mining on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf: Recent Developments As part of a national effort to secure reliable supplies of critical minerals, President Trump issued Executive Order (E.O.) 14285 of April 24, 2025, "Unleashing America's Offshore Critical Mi more

Ukrainian Military Leadership Changes Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12721) by Russian and European Affairs analyst Andrew S. Bowen: * * * Ukrainian Military Leadership Changes On July 15, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Ukraine's minister of defense, Mykhailo Fedorov, after six months in office and amid a wider government overhaul. Zelensky then appointed Evgeniy Khmara, head of the Security Service of Ukraine, as acting d more

Uniform Grants Regulation - OMB's Relation to Federal Grantmaking Agencies Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11464) by legislative attorney Sean Stiff: * * * The Uniform Grants Regulation: OMB's Relation to Federal Grantmaking Agencies On May 29, 2026, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and 41 executive branch grantmaking agencies published in the Federal Register a proposed joint interagency rule. The proposed rule would establish a Uniform Grants Regulation (UGR) that w more

Universal Service Fund Contribution Base Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13280). The white paper is written by internet and telecommunication policy specialist Patricia Moloney Figliola, telecommunication policy specialist Colby Leigh Pechtol and legislative attorney Chris D. Linebaugh: * * * The Universal Service Fund Contribution Base: Considerations for Congress Introduction The Universal Service Fund (USF), comprising four federal broadband-re more

Changes to CDC Vaccine Recommendations in 2025 & 2026 Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12684) by health policy specialists Kavya Sekar and Alexandria K. Mickler. Here are excerpts: * * * Changes to CDC Vaccine Recommendations in 2025 and 2026 Since U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (hereinafter, HHS Secretary) was sworn in on February 13, 2025, HHS and one of its operating divisions, the Centers for Disease Control more

Department of Homeland Security's Authority to Determine Detention Locations Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11463) by Legislative Attorneys Hillel R. Smith and Kristen Hite: * * * The Department of Homeland Security's Authority to Determine Detention Locations The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may detain aliens who have violated federal civil immigration laws and who are placed in removal proceedings or ordered removed. To carry out this function, Congress has directed more

Enhanced Geothermal Systems Commercialization Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13278) on July 28, 2026, by energy policy analyst Morgan Smith: * * * Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) Commercialization Enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) use directional drilling and hydraulic stimulation technologies to add porosity and fluid circulation to locations of naturally occurring underground heat to create conditions necessary for geothermal energy production. Rela more

Farm Credit Administration & Its Board Members Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10767) on July 28, 2026, by agricultural policy specialist Jim Monke. Here are excerpts: * * * Farm Credit Administration and Its Board Members Overview Congress oversees the Farm Credit Administration (FCA), which is the federal financial regulator responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of Farm Credit System (FCS) institutions and the Federal Agricultural Mortgage more

FY2027 NDAA - Status of Legislative Activity Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12704) on July 24, 2026, by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen and defense policy analyst Daniel M. Gettinger. Here are excerpts: * * * FY2027 NDAA: Status of Legislative Activity On April 3, 2026, President Donald Trump submitted documentation supporting the President's FY2027 budget request, including proposed funding for the U.S. Department of Def more

NOAA FY2027 Budget Request & Appropriations Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13275) on July 28, 2026, by natural resource policy specialist Eva Lipiec. Here are excerpts: * * * National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) FY2027 Budget Request and Appropriations The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is an agency in the Department of Commerce. NOAA's stated mission is to understand and predict changes in climate, weather, more

Office of the Parliamentarian in the House & Senate Topic of CRS Report

WASHINGTON, July 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RS20544) on July 28, 2026, entitled "The Office of the Parliamentarian in the House and Senate" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen: * * * The House and the Senate each has an Office of the Parliamentarian to provide expert advice and assistance on questions relating to the meaning and application of that chamber's legislative rules, precedents, and practices. The more

Reconciliation 4.0 - How Many Opportunities Does Congress Have to Use Reconciliation Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12720) by Congress and legislative process specialists Megan S. Lynch and James V. Saturno: * * * Reconciliation 4.0: How Many Opportunities Does Congress Have to Use Reconciliation? Reconciliation legislation is unique in that it is considered under expedited parliamentary procedures that do not require the support of three-fifths of Senators to end debate, allowing the Senate more

Regulating State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Law Enforcement Actions to Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13279) by domestic security specialist Kristin Finklea: * * * Regulating State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Law Enforcement Actions to Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) The use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS, or drones) has increased for commercial and recreational purposes; so too have concerns about their potential public safety and security risks. Since 2018, f more

U.S. Marine Corps Ground Combat Element 2040 Initiative Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13276) on July 28, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andorra Bruno. Here are excerpts: * * * U.S. Marine Corps Ground Combat Element (GCE) 2040 Initiative Introduction In March 2020, the U.S. Marine Corps announced a major force design initiative it referred to as "Force Design 2030," now known as "Force Design." As part of this 10-year initiative, the Marines planne more

U.S. Refugee Admissions Program in FY2025 & FY2026 Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13277) on July 28, 2026, by immigration policy specialist Andorra Bruno. Here are excerpts: * * * U.S. Refugee Admissions Program in FY2025 and FY2026 The U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) is in uncharted territory. It has been suspended since late January 2025. Under the suspension, only refugees who qualify for an exception are being admitted to the United States. The more

"Skinny Labels" for Generic Drugs Under Hatch-Waxman Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12700) by legislative attorney Kevin J. Hickey: * * * "Skinny Labels" for Generic Drugs Under Hatch-Waxman New "brand-name" drugs are often protected from generic competition by patents. In general, a drug manufacturer intending to market a generic version of a brand-name drug must either wait for those patents to expire or challenge the validity or applicability of the patents more

Access to Retirement Benefits in the Private Sector, 2010-2025 Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13274) on July 24, 2026, by income security specialists John J. Topoleski and Elizabeth A. Myers. Here are excerpts: * * * Access to Retirement Benefits in the Private Sector: 2010-2025 Access to employer-sponsored pensions among private sector workers increased by seven percentage points from 2010 to 2025. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data indicated that 65% of private se more

Benefit Reductions to Participants in Delphi Pension Plans Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12171) by income security specialists John J. Topoleski and Elizabeth A. Myers: * * * Benefit Reductions to Participants in Delphi Pension Plans Introduction Delphi Technologies is a parts and components supplier to automakers that was spun off from General Motors (GM) in 1999. In May 2009, Delphi's pension plans were terminated, and responsibility for the payment of plan part more

Department of Justice Proposed Rule to Restore Firearms Rights to "Prohibited Persons" Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13273) on July 24, 2026, by legislative attorney Dave S. Sidhu and firearms policy analyst Jordan B. Cohen: * * * The Department of Justice Proposed Rule to Restore Firearms Rights to "Prohibited Persons" The Gun Control Act (GCA) categorically prohibits certain classes of individuals, including individuals convicted of felony offenses, from possessing, receiving, shipping, or more

Direct Loan Program Student Loans - Terms & Conditions Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12267) on July 24, 2026, by social policy specialist Alexandra Hegji. Here are excerpts: * * * Direct Loan Program Student Loans: Terms and Conditions The William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) program is the largest source of federal financial aid supporting students' postsecondary educational pursuits. As of March 31, 2026, $1.6 trillion in Direct Loans, borrowed more

Fifth and Sixth Circuits Divided on Whether the Necessary & Proper Clause Authorizes Federal Ban on At-Home Spirit Distilling Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11459) by legislative attorney Milan N. Ball: * * * Fifth and Sixth Circuits Divided on Whether the Necessary and Proper Clause Authorizes Federal Ban on At-Home Spirit Distilling For more than 150 years, federal law has banned individuals from distilling spirits at home. Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Sec.Sec. 5601(a)(6) and 5178(a)(1)(B) prohibit individuals from producing more

FY2027 NDAA: Summary of Funding Authorizations Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12703) on July 24, 2026, by defense policy analyst Daniel M. Gettinger. Here are excerpts: * * * Nuclear Risk Reduction: Executive Branch Policies and Congressional Approaches in the 119th Congress Following the February 2026 expiration of the 2010 New START arms control agreement, which reduced U.S. and Russian strategic offensive nuclear forces, some Members of the 119th Cong more

Nuclear Risk Reduction - Executive Branch Policies & Congressional Approaches in the 119th Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12717) on July 24, 2026, by defense policy specialist Anya L. Fink and nonproliferation specialist Mary Beth D. Nikitin: * * * Nuclear Risk Reduction: Executive Branch Policies and Congressional Approaches in the 119th Congress Following the February 2026 expiration of the 2010 New START arms control agreement, which reduced U.S. and Russian strategic offensive nuclear forces, s more

Supreme Court Limits Patent Infringement Liability for "Skinny Label" Generic Drugs

WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11462) by legislative attorney Kevin J. Hickey: * * * Supreme Court Limits Patent Infringement Liability for "Skinny Label" Generic Drugs On June 4, 2026, the Supreme Court issued its decision in Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. v. Amarin Pharma, Inc., a closely watched patent-infringement case with significant consequences for the generic-drug industry. Hikma v. Amarin con more

Technology-Neutral Clean Electricity Tax Credits Under the IRA & the OBBBA Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12719) by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie. Here are excerpts: * * * Technology-Neutral Clean Electricity Tax Credits Under the IRA and the OBBBA When the FY2022 reconciliation law, also known as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), was enacted, it brought about a shift in the energy tax credit landscape. Among other changes, the IRA scheduled the two largest renewable e more

Transfer of Defense Articles - Foreign Military Sales Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11437) by Christina L. Arabia, security assistance, security cooperation and the global arms trade analyst. Here are excerpts: * * * Transfer of Defense Articles: Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Overview Under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program, authorized by Congress in the Arms Export Control Act of 1976 (AECA; P.L. 90-629; 22 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.2751 et seq.), as amended, th more

Transfer of Defense Articles: Direct Commercial Sales Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11441) by Christina L. Arabia, security assistance, security cooperation and the global arms trade analyst: * * * Transfer of Defense Articles: Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) Overview The Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) program, authorized by Congress in the Arms Export Control Act (AECA; 22 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.2751 et seq.), as amended, provides for the export of U.S. defense article more

U.S.-North Korea Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10246) by Asian affairs specialist Mark E. Manyin and nonproliferation specialist Mary Beth D. Nikitin. Here are excerpts: * * * U.S.-North Korea Relations Since the breakdown in 2019 of negotiations between President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un to freeze and dismantle the North's nuclear weapons program, North Korea (the Democratic People's Republic of Ko more

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22 State Attorneys General Oppose ATF Proposed Rule Rescinding Firearms Dealer Regulations Over Public Safety Concerns

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 Via Federal eRulemaking Portal Honorable Todd Blanche Acting Attorney General of the United States Honorable Robert Cekada Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives c/o: ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518, Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Service more

23 State Attorneys General Oppose ATF Proposals to Broaden Firearms Import Exceptions and Loosen Regulations on Foreign Trade Zones and Customs-Bonded Warehouses

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 4, 2026 Via Federal eRulemaking Portal and U.S. Mail The Honorable Todd Blanche, Acting Attorney General of the United States Robert Cekada, Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) c/o: ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518, Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforc more

4 Energy Organizations Urge FAA to Strengthen Drone Restrictions Protecting Critical Electric Infrastructure

4 U.S. Senators Urge ATF to Withdraw Proposed Rule Weakening Brady Act Background Check Exceptions

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 SUBMITTED VIA FEDERAL E-RULEMAKING PORTAL ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518 Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 99 New York Ave. NE Washington, DC 20226 Attention: RIN 1140-AA85 Re: Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: more

5 Golf Associations Urge FAA to Include Golf Tournaments in Drone Flight Restriction Rule for Enhanced Security

5 U.S. Senators Urge ATF To Retain Stabilizing Brace Criteria Amid Public Safety Concerns

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 SUBMITTED VIA FEDERAL E-RULEMAKING PORTAL: https://www.regulations.gov ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518 Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 99 New York Ave. NE Washington, DC 20226 ATTN: RIN 1140-AA98 The Departme more

8 U.S. Senators Oppose ATF Proposal to Roll Back Firearm Dealer Licensing Regulations

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The Honorable Robert Cekada Director Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives 99 New York Avenue NE Washington, DC 20226 RE: RIN 1140-AB01, Revising Regulations Defining "Engaged in the Business" as a Dealer in Firearms; Docket No. ATF-2026-0074 Dear Director Cekada: We write in opposition to the Bureau of more

Academy of Medicine of Cleveland & Northern Ohio Warns Medicaid Work Requirements Could Reduce Ohioans Access to Care and Increase Administrative Burden

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. a 4401 Rockside Rd., Suite 110 Tel: 216.520.1000 academyofmed@amcno.org Independence, OH 44131 Fax: 216.520.0999 www.amcno.org hi the July 27, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard more

Airlines for America Support FAA Unmanned Aircraft Systems Restrictions Near Critical Aviation Facilities With Enhanced Security Measures

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 Federal Aviation Administration 800 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20591 Submitted via: www.regulations.gov Re: A4A Comments to Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility (FAA-2026-4558) To Whom It May Concern: On behalf of Airline more

Ala. Corrections Dept. Calls for FAA Drone Regulations to Protect State Prisons From Contraband Deliveries

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY VIA WWW.REGULATIONS.GOV U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Docket Operations, M-30 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W58-213 Washington, D.C. 20590 Re: COMMENTS ON NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULEMAKING-"DESIGNATION-RESTRICT THE OPERATION OF UNMANNED A more

Alliance for Chemical Distribution Urges FAA to Finalize Risk-Based Unmanned Aircraft Flight Restrictions to Protect Chemical Facilities

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 The Honorable Bryan Bedford Administrator U.S. Federal Aviation Administration 800 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20591 Attention Docket ID No. FAA-2026-4558 Submitted via Regulations.gov RE:Comments in Response to FAA Section 2209 NPRM: Designation - Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in C more

American Association of Port Authorities Urges Federal Support for Small Modular Reactors at US Ports

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 5, 2026 The Honorable Stephen M. Carmel Administrator Maritime Administration 1200 New Jersey Ave., S.E. Washington, D.C. 20590 Re: Docket Number: MARAD-2026-0729; Request for Information: Development of a Commercially Viable System-Centric Small Modular Reactor Concept for Deployment in the Marine Trans more

American Bankers Association Urges CFPB to Simplify Mortgage Disclosure Rules and Reduce Compliance Burdens

American Gas Association Urges Broader Eligibility and Stronger Protections for Drone Restrictions Near Critical Natural Gas Facilities

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 05, 2026 Submitted to the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Docket Operations Room W58-213, West Building, 5th Floor Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, DC 20590 Re: Comments of the American Gas Association Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in more

American Gas Association Urges Expanded Drone Flight Restrictions to Protect Critical Natural Gas Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 06, 2026 Submitted to the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Docket Operations Room W58-213, West Building, 5th Floor Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, DC 20590 Re: Comments of the American Gas Association Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Cl more

American Heart Association Urges CMS to Strengthen Protections for Cardiovascular Patients Amid Medicaid Work Requirements

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 27, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 Re: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals [CMS-2454-IFC] On behalf of the American Heart Association, including the American Stroke Associ more

American Institute of Architects Urges Life Cycle Analysis for Building Energy Code Cost Effectiveness

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The American Institute of Architects 1735 New York Avenue NW Washington, DC 20006 T (800) 242 3837 F (202) 626 7547 aia.org The Honorable Chris Wright Secretary U.S. Department of Energy 1000 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20585 August 3, 2026 Re: Docket No. EERE-2026-BT-BC-0034 Request for Information: Updating more

American Petroleum Institute Urges BOEM to Prioritize Offshore Energy Security in Space Launch Policy

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 The Honorable Matt Giacona Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Office of Strategic Policy and International Affairs 1849 C Street NW, Mailstop: MS-5238 Washington, DC 20240. Re: Docket No. BOEM-2026-0232 - Notice of Request for Information: Potential Use of the Outer Continental Shelf for Offshore Sp more

American Society of Addiction Medicine Urges Clarification on Medicaid Community Engagement Rule to Protect Individuals With Substance Use Disorder

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 July 27, 2026 The Honorable Robert Kennedy, Jr. Secretary Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20201 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue SW W more

Americans for Tax Reform Urges CMS to Finalize Medicaid Work Requirement Rule to Promote Self-Sufficiency and Save Taxpayer Dollars

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 27th, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Baltimore, MD 21244 Re: Comments in Support of CMS Interim Final Rule on Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements (CMS-2454-IFC; Docket No. CMS-2026-2047) Dear Administrator Oz: On behalf more

AquaLaw PLC Urge FAA to Protect Water and Wastewater Facilities Under Drone Restriction Framework

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. F. PAUL CALAMITA PH: 804.716.9021 PAUL@AQUALAW.COM FX: 804.716.9022 August 4, 2026 Via Regulations.gov Docket Operations U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W58-213, West Building 5th Floor, Washington, DC 20590-0001 Re: Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unman more

Ariz. Game & Fish Dept. Urges Close Coordination With BLM on Recreational Climbing Management in Wilderness Areas

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 ATTN: Draft Recreational Climbing in Wilderness Policy Guidance Mr. Steven Pearce, Director (630) Bureau of Land Management U.S. Department of the Interior 1849 C St. NW, Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Electronically submitted to: https://www.regulations.gov/docket/BLM-2026-0034 RE: Bureau of La more

Ariz. Game & Fish Dept. Urges Stronger State Coordination in National Park Service Wilderness Climbing Management Guidance

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 Mr. Michael Michener Deputy Associate Director, National Park Service 1849 C Street NW Washington, D.C. 20240 Electronically submitted to: https://www.regulations.gov/document/NPS-2026-0101-0001 RE: EXPLORE Act Mandated Wilderness Climbing Guidance for National Park Service Dear Mr. Michener: Th more

Associated Builders & Contractors Government Affairs Urges FAA to Clarify Site-Sponsored Drone Operations Under Flight Restriction Framework

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 440 First St. NW, Suite 200 | Washington, DC 20001 | 202-595-1505 | abc.org VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION August 5, 2026 Docket Operations U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Ave. SE, Room W58-213, West Building 5th Floor Washington, DC 20590-0001 Re: Docket No. FAA-2026-4558, Comments on the FAA's Notice of more

Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration Urges CMS To Clarify Medicaid Community Engagement Rule To Protect Patients And Caregivers

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 24, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016. Comments submitted electronically via https://www.regulations.gov/docket/CMS-2026-2047 RE: Docket No. CMS-2454-IFC, Medicaid Program; Community Engagement more

ATF Proposed Gun Regulation Changes Face Opposition From Chicago Columbus And San Francisco Over Public Safety Concerns

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 4, 2026 Submitted via www.Regulations.gov. Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Department of Justice 9 New York Ave NE Washington, DC 20226 Re: Four Proposed Rulemakings - ATF Docket No. ATF-2026-0008, RIN 1140-AA85, more

ATF Proposed Rule on Remote Firearms Sales Faces Strong Opposition Over Increased Risks of Illegal Trafficking and Public Safety Concerns

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 By electronic submission to https://www.regulations.gov. ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518, Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives 99 New York Ave. NE Washington, DC 20226 RE: Docket No. ATF-2026-0266; RIN 1140-A more

ATF Proposed Rule to Destroy Firearm Transaction Records Faces Strong Opposition Over Public Safety Concerns

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 By electronic submission to https://www.regulations.gov. ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518, Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives 99 New York Ave. NE Washington, DC 20226 Re: Docket No. ATF-2026-0003; RIN 1140-A more

Atmos Energy Urges DOE to Reform Building Energy Code Assessment for Affordability and Consumer Protection

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Atmos Energy Corporation | 5430 LBJ Freeway | 1800 Three Lincoln Centre | Dallas, TX 75240 | 972-855-3756 Office | 972-855-3080 Fax August 3, 2026 Secretary Chris Wright U.S. Department of Energy 1000 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20585 Re: Comments of Atmos Energy Corporation, Docket No. EERE-2026-BT-BC- more

Axiom Care Calls for Clarifications and Protections in Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements for Individuals With Mental Health and Substance Use Conditions

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Axiom Care 3030 N Central Ave, Suite 506, Phoenix, AZ 85012 (602) 626-8112 July 31, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: RIN 0938-AV98 Submitted via regulations.gov RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals (RIN 0 more

Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence Urge ATF to Maintain Indefinite Firearms Record Retention

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. COMMENTS OF THE BRADY CENTER TO PREVENT GUN VIOLENCE AND GIFFORDS NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULEMAKING: FIREARMS RECORD RETENTION PERIODS DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, BUREAU OF ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, FIREARMS, AND EXPLOSIVES DOCKET NOS. ATF-2026-0003; ATF 2025R-08P RIN 1140-AA95 BRADY CENTER TO PREVENT GUN VIOLENCE 840 FIRST ST. NE SUI more

Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence, Giffords Law Center Oppose ATF Proposal to Deregulate Firearms With Stabilizing Braces Citing Public Safety Risks and Legal Concerns

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence 840 First Street NE Suite 400 Washington, DC 20002 Tel.: (202) 370-8100 GIFFORDS PO Box 51196 Washington, DC 20091 Tel.: (202) 964-5134 Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence GIFFORDS and GIFFORDS Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence Comments on the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, more

California Farm Bureau Urges FAA to Expand Drone Restrictions to Protect Agricultural Operations and National Food Security

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 Bryan Bedford Administrator Federal Aviation Administration 800 Independence Avenue Washington, DC 20591 RE: Docket No. FAA-2026-4558; Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility Dear Administrator Bedford, The California Farm Bureau (CAFB) more

Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen's Alliance Supports Fisheries Management Modernization to Enhance Flexibility and Responsiveness

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 3, 2026 Michael Pentonym Regional Administrator, Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office, NOAA Fisheries, 55 Great Republic Drive Gloucester, MA 01930 RE: NOAA-NMFS-2026-0067 - Public comments on the Proposed Rule for the Omnibus Management Flexibility Amendment to New England Fishery Management Council Fishery M more

Celona Asset Management Urges DHS to Allow Job-Creation Credit for Bridge Financing Under Defined Completion Milestones in EB-5 Program Rulemaking

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Unit 503, Lippo Centre Tower 2 Email: boffice@celonacapital.com 89 Queensway, Admiralty Hong Kong SAR August 6, 2026 VIA THE FEDERAL eRULEMAKING PORTAL (www.regulations.gov) Regulatory Coordination Division Office of Policy and Strategy U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Department of Homeland Security Washingt more

Cerebral Palsy Associations of New York State Urges Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to Protect Medicaid Access for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comments on CMS-2454-IFC Medicaid Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Interim Final Rule Comments Submitted - 7/29/26 by Cerebral Palsy Associations of New York State 3 Cedar Street Extension, Suite 2, Cohoes, NY 12047-3151 (518) 436-0178 www.cpstate.org 2 On behalf of Cerebral Palsy Associations of more

Chaos Federal Inc. Supports Performance-Based Airspace Surveillance to Enhance Security of Fixed-Site Facilities

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comments of CHAOS 1, Inc. Docket No. FAA-2026-4558 Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility Notice No. 26-03; RIN 2120-AL33 Status: DRAFT FOR COUNSEL. Not filed. Not for external distribution outside CHAOS Legal / Regulatory review. Intended filing deadline more

Chlorine Institute Proposes Enhanced Security Measures for Unmanned Aircraft Near Chemical Facilities

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. THE CHLORINE INSTITUTE 1300 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 525, Arlington, VA 22209 Phone: 703-894-4140 Fax: 703-894-4130 www.chlorineinstitute.org Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration 1200 New Jersey Ave. SE Washington, DC 20590-0001 August 5, 2026 RE: Designation-Restrict the Operation of more

Cities of Chicago, Columbus, San Francisco Strongly Oppose ATF Proposed Gun Rule Changes That Weaken Background Checks And Increase Gun Violence Risks

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 4, 2026 Submitted via www.Regulations.gov. Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Department of Justice 9 New York Ave NE Washington, DC 20226 Re: Four Proposed Rulemakings - ATF Docket No. ATF-2026-0008, RIN 1140-AA85, Proposed Ru more

Civil Service Strong Urges OPM to Preserve Centralized Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey and Protect Governmentwide Workplace Transparency

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 3, 2026 Submitted via Federal eRulemaking Portal Scott Kupor, Director U.S. Office of Personnel Management 1900 E Street, NW Washington, DC 20415 Subject: Proposed Rule, Off. of Pers. Mgmt., Personnel Management in Agencies: Strategic Human Capital Management, 91 Fed. Reg. 40435 (July 2, 2026) - RIN 3206-A more

Cleco Power Urges EPA to Clarify Jurisdiction and Address Regulatory Gap on Louisiana Coal Combustion Residuals Permit Program

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. CLECO August 4, 2026 Michelle Lloyd Office of Resource Conservation and Recovery Water Identification Notice and Generators Division U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20460 Cleco Power LLC 2030 Donahue Ferry Rd P. 0. Box 5000 Pineville, LA 71361-5000 318 484-771 more

Community Behavioral Health Association of Maryland Seeks Clarifications on Medicaid Community Engagement Requirement Implementation

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 27, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: RIN 0938-AV98 Submitted via regulations.gov RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals (RIN 0938-AV98) To Whom It May Concern: On behalf of the Community Behavioral Healt more

Computer & Communications Industry Association Urges FAA to Include Federal Preemption in Drone Regulations

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Before the United States Department of Transportation- Federal Aviation Administration, Washington, D.C. In re-Designation- Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility Docket No. FAA-2026-4558 COMMENTS OF THE COMPUTER & COMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (CCIA) In respon more

Concerns Raised Over Medicaid Work Requirement Rule Impacting Vulnerable Populations in Connecticut

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 33 Whitney Avenue New Haven, CT 06510 203.498.4240 www.ctvoices.org July 22, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, U.S. Department of Health and Human Service more

Conduent State Healthcare Urges CMS to Narrow Medicaid Community Engagement Conflict of Interest Rule to Prevent AntiCompetitive Effects

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 27, 2026 VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION TO WWW.REGULATIONS.GOV 1 Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Blvd Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals: Interim Fin more

Cross-Cutting Issues Group Supports EPA's Proposed Approval of Louisiana's Partial Coal Combustion Residuals Permit Program

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 COMMENTS OF THE CROSS-CUTTING ISSUES GROUP ON EPA'S PROPOSED APPROVAL OF LOUISIANA'S STATE COAL COMBUSTION RESIDUALS PERMIT PROGRAM EPA-HQ-OLEM-2025-3324 I. INTRODUCTION On June 5, 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA" or the "Agency") published a notice proposing to approve the Louisiana Department of Env more

Davie Defense Outlines 25-Year Roadmap for Commercial Deployment of Nuclear-Powered Arctic Vessels

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Davie Defense Inc. Public Response DOT Docket No: MARAD-2026-0729 Phil Burns-O'Brien CEO/President Davie US Davie Defense Inc. 2920 Todd Road Galveston, TX 77554-2806 Sydney Plante Maritime Administration (MARAD) Office of the Maritime Administrator West Building 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Washingt more

DoorDash Proposes Streamlined Compliance and Clarity in FAA Rule on Drone Operations Near Critical Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 Submitted electronically via http://www.regulations.gov United States Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140 Washington, DC 20590 Re: DoorDash Comments to the Section 2209 NPRM on Restricting the Operations of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity more

DroneResponders Supports FAA Rule to Protect Critical Facilities While Urging Streamlined Airspace Access for Public Safety Drones

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. - 1 - August 5, 2026 Submitted electronically via Federal eRulemaking Portal: www.regulations.gov United States Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE West Building 5th Floor, Room W58-213 Washington, D.C. 20590 Re: DRONERESPONDERS(R) Comments on the Section 2209 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on "R more

Drug Policy Alliance Calls for Continued Support of National Survey on Syringe Services Programs to Combat HIV and Overdose Deaths

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 3rd, 2026 The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20201 SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY VIA WWW.REGULATIONS.GOV RE: Proposed Data Collection Submitted for Public Comment and Recommendations (Docket No. CDC-2026-0859) more

Energy Consultant Criticizes DOE Building Energy Codes Cost Methodology and Affordability Approach

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. From: Ben Brannon Sent: Tuesday, August 4, 2026 6:20:06 PM (UTC+00:00) Monrovia, Reykjavik To: BldgEnergyCodesMethodology2026BC0034 Cc: Williams, Jeremiah Subject: EERE-2026-BT-BC-0034 - Late Comment on Building Energy Codes Cost Methodology RFI To Whom It May Concern, I understand the comment window has closed, b more

Eniram LLC Urges OMB to Classify Operational Technology and Industrial Control Systems Engineering

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. ENIRAM LLC Public Comment on Proposed NAICS Updates for 2027 Submitted to the Office of Management and Budget via www.regulations.gov SBA-Certified SDVOSB NaVOBA-Certified SDVBE CAGE 165U0 UEI WJXCCCEUNV75 August 2026 Docket ID: USBC-2026-0133 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) - Updates for 2027 Fede more

Ensemble Ventures: DOE Faces Calls to Include Tiny Homes in Building Energy Code Prototypes to Boost Affordable Sustainable Housing

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 3, 2026 Department of Energy - RFI [EERE-2026-BT-BC-0034] - Mike Schmidt | EV | VSSF Comments Page 1 Department of Energy RFI [EERE-2026-BT-BC-0034] Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation, Department of Energy Comments on the U.S. Department of Energy Request for Information Updating and Improving more

EverThrive Illinois Urges Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to Protect Maternal and Postpartum Health Under Proposed Medicaid Work Requirements

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Re: CMS-2454-IFC, Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals We write to comment on the Medicaid Program: Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Interim Final Rule (IFR) with Comment Period, CMS-2454-IFC. We strongly oppose the proposed changes in the IFR and urge CMS to withdraw it. EverTh more

Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund Urges ATF to Fix Spousal Exclusion in Firearms Regulations

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 By electronic submission to https://www.regulations.gov. ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518, Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives 99 New York Ave. NE Washington, DC 20226 Re: Docket No. ATF-2026-0013; RIN 1140-AA78 Comment o more

FAA Proposal Overlooks Hospital Drone Deliveries Within Restricted Airspace Impacting Medical Logistics

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. PUBLIC COMMENT Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov Docket No.: FAA-2026-4558; Notice No. 26-03; RIN 2120-AL33 Document: Designation - Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), 91 FR 24650 (May 6, 2026) Comment of: Vincent more

FAA Proposed Drone Flight Restrictions Should Account for Alaska's Unique Infrastructure Vulnerabilities and National Security Role

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 Comments on Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Docket No. FAA-2026-4558 Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility The Alaska Power Association, Inc. ("APA"), is the statewide trade association for electric utilities in Alaska. Our members provide power from Utqiagvi more

FAA Section 2209 NPRM Comments Urge Flexible UAS Detection and Expanded Use of DOT Roadside Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 Submitted electronically via regulations.gov U.S. Department of Transportation Docket Operations, M-30 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Room W12-140 West Building Ground Floor Washington, DC 20590 Re: Comments of DefendUAS Inc. to the Section 2209 NPRM on Restricting the Operations of Unmanned Aircraft in Cl more

Family Promise Warns Medicaid Community Engagement Rule Risks Caregiver Coverage Loss and Family Homelessness

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 71 Summit Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 Phone: 908-273-1100 info@familypromise.org www.familypromise.org July 27, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service more

Federation of American Scientists Urges DOE to Fully Evaluate Benefits of Building Energy Codes for Affordability Resilience and Health

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 3rd, 2026 To: Jeremy Williams, Acting Program Manager, Building Energy Codes US Department of Energy 1000 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20585 From: Grace Wickerson Senior Manager, Climate and Health Federation of American Scientists 1150 18th Street NW, Suite 1000 Washington D.C. 20036 RE: Reques more

Fenestration & Glazing Industry Alliance Highlights Need for Transparent Cost and Affordability Methodology in Building Energy Code Updates

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 July 31, 2026 To: BldgEnergyCodesMethodology2026BC0034@ee.doe.gov Re: Docket Number EERE-2026-BT-BC-0034 Attn: Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation (CMEI), U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Building Technologies Office, Mailstop EE-5B 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585-0121 Dear U.S. Depa more

Firearms Groups Urge Finalization of Rule Removing Biden-Era Stabilizing Brace Regulations

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Before the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Department of Justice Washington, D.C. In the Matter of: ) ) Removing Factoring Criteria for Firearms ) Docket No. ATF-2026-0335 With Attached "Stabilizing Braces" ) ATF No. 2025R-11P ) COMMENT of the FIREARMS REGULATORY ACCOUNTABILITY COALITION and of SB more

Fla. Government Efficiency Dept. Urges FTA to Prioritize Safety and Targeted Data Collection on Family-Friendly Public Transit

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 3, 2026 The Honorable Matthew Cahill Acting Deputy Administrator Federal Transit Administration U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Washington, DC 20590 Dear Acting Deputy Administrator Cahill: The Florida Department of Government Efficiency (FL DOGE) hereby provides comm more

Fragomen Center for Strategy & Applied Insights: DHS Proposed Rule to Limit Employment Authorization Sparks Concerns Over Labor Market and Employer Burdens

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Bo Cooper Executive Director Direct: +1 202 380 1087 bcooper@fragomen.com Leah L. Rogal Senior Director Direct: +1 202 380 1080 lrogal@fragomen.com Sensitivity: Confidential August 4, 2026 Submitted via regulations.gov Division of Humanitarian Affairs Office of Policy & Strategy U.S. Citizenship more

Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence Urge ATF to Withdraw Proposal Eliminating Youth Handgun Safety Notice Amid Rising Child Gun Deaths

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 SUBMITTED VIA FEDERAL E-RULEMAKING PORTAL: https://www.regulations.gov ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518, Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 99 New York Ave. NE Washington, DC 20226 ATTN: RIN 1140-AA87; Dock more

Glazing Industry Calls for Incremental Cost Analysis and Non-Energy Benefits in Building Energy Code Affordability Assessments

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. National Glass Association, 344 Maple Avenue West, #272, Vienna, VA 22180 703/442-4890 www.glass.org July 27, 2026 U.S. Department of Energy Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation (CMEI) Building Technologies Office 1000 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20585 Docket number EERE-2026-BT-BC-0034 U.S. DO more

GotHawk Solutions Urges GSA to Require Design-Time Documentation for Large Language Model Artificial Intelligence Systems

Gun Owners of America Urge ATF to Remove CLEO Notification Requirement Under National Firearms Act

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. GUN OWNERS OF AMERICA THE ONLY NO-COMPROMISE GUN LOBBY IN WASHINGTON RE: Removing CLEO Notification Under the National Firearms Act ADDRESSED TO Office of Regulatory Affairs Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives U.S. Department of Justice Washington, DC 20226 SUBMITTED BY Gun Owners of America more

Gun Violence Prevention Groups Urge ATF to Withdraw Proposed Rule Weakening Brady Background Check Exemptions

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 SUBMITTED VIA FEDERAL E-RULEMAKING PORTAL: https://www.regulations.gov ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518, Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 99 New York Ave. NE Washington, DC 20226 ATTN: RIN 1140-AA85; Dock more

Hawaii Perinatal Research, Equity, & Systems Collaborative Opposes Proposed Uniform Guidance Revisions

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comment Submitted by the Hawaii Perinatal Research, Equity, and Systems Collaborative (HIPRES) The Hawaii Perinatal Research, Equity, and Systems Collaborative (HIPRES) respectfully submits this comment in opposition to the proposed revisions to the Office of Management and Budget's Uniform Guidance, specifically the pro more

Hermeus Corp. Urges Streamlined Access and Standardized Processes for Special Unmanned Aircraft Flight Restrictions Operations

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Page 1 of 4 August 5, 2026 Submitted electronically via http://www.regulations.gov United States Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE West Building 5th Floor, Room W58-213 Washington, DC 20590 Re: Hermeus Corp. Comments to the Section 2209 NPRM on Restricting the Operations of Unmanned Aircraft more

Home Innovation Research Labs: DOE Urged to Reform Building Energy Code Cost Assessments for Affordability and Resilience

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 400 Prince George's Boulevard | Upper Marlboro, Maryland 20774 P: 301.249.4000 | F: 301.430.6180 | HomeInnovation.com August 3, 2026 U.S. Department of Energy Building Technologies Office Mailstop EE-5B 1000 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20585-0121 Submitted via www.regulations.gov Re: Docket No. EE more

Hopi-Tewa Women's Coalition to End Abuse Warns Proposed Federal Funding Rules Could Undermine Violence Prevention and Support Services for Native Communities

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. P.O. Box 239 P.O. Box 239 Second Mesa, AZ 86043 928-737-9000 (O) July 13, 2026 Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW, Washington, DC 20503 Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov Re: OMB-2026-0034, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance D more

Human Trafficking Legal Center Urges USCIS to Protect Work Authorization Access for Human Trafficking Survivors

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1030 15th Street NW, #104B, Washington, D.C. 20005 | (202) 849-5709 | info@htlegalcenter.org | www.htlegalcenter.org August 4, 2026 Submitted via www.regulations.gov U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services Office of Policy & Strategy Regulatory Coordination Division 5900 Capital Gateway Drive Camp Springs, MD 2 more

Humane World for Animals, Action Fund Urge FAA to Preserve Drone Transparency for Animal Welfare and Environmental Oversight

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 U.S. Department of Transportation Docket Operations 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W58-213 West Building 5th Floor, Washington, DC 20590-0001 Re: Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility, Docket No. FAA-2026-4558 Dear Ms. Ferritto: On more

IHealth Urges CMS to Revise Medicaid Community Engagement Rule to Protect Vulnerable New Yorkers With Chronic Conditions

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 27th, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC Re: File Code CMS-2454-IFC - Interim Final Rule with Comment Period, "Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals" (91 FR 33348) [42 CFR Sub Sec. 435.550-435.563] T more

Illinois Department of Natural Resources Urges Strict Drain Tile Setbacks to Protect Prairie Pothole Wetlands and Waterfowl Habitat

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 5 August 2026 Policy and Regulations Branch U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service MS: PRB (JAO/3W) 5275 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22041-3803 ATTN: FWS-R6-ES-2026-2641 National Wildlife Refuge System; Request for Information on Implementation of Drain Tile Setbacks Ms. Madonna Baucum: The Illinois Department of N more

Illinois Ducks Unlimited Urges Support for Drain Tile Setback Rule to Protect Waterfowl Habitats

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 The Honorable Brian Nesvik Director U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service U.S. Department of the Interior 1849 C Street, NW Washington, DC 20240 Re: Support for the National Wildlife Refuge System Drain Tile Setback Rule Dear Director Nesvik: As the Ducks Unlimited State Council Chairman for Illinois, I w more

Immigrant Defenders Law Center Urges USCIS to Preserve Work Authorization for Vulnerable Immigrants

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 Submitted via www.regulations.gov Security and Public Safety Division Office of Policy and Strategy U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Department of Homeland Security 5900 Capital Gateway Drive Camp Springs, MD 20746 RE: Comment in Opposition to Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: more

Information Technology Acquisition Advisory Council Recommends Measurable, Role-Based Safeguards for Government AI Data Protection

Information Technology Industry Council Urges CPSC to Ease Burdensome Coin Battery Safety Labeling Requirements

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Before the Consumer Product Safety Commission Bethesda, MD 20814 In the Matter of Agency Information Collection Activities; Extension of Collection; Comment Request; Safety Standard for Button Cell or Coin Batteries and Consumer Products Containing Such Batteries CPSC Docket No. 2023-0004 COMMENTS OF THE more

Institute for Market Transformation Advocates Refinements to DOE Building Energy Code Cost-Effectiveness Methodology

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. www.IMT.org | PO Box 66526, Washington, DC 20035 To: Building Technologies Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation United States Department of Energy From: Marshall Duer-Balkind, Director of Policy and Codes Institute for Market Transformation Re: EERE-2026-BT-BC-0034, RFI on Updating and Improving the Methodolo more

Institute for Sound Public Policy: DHS Proposed Rule on Discretionary Employment Authorization Faces Critique Over American Worker Protections and Regulatory Scope

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 Security and Public Safety Division Office of Policy and Strategy U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Department of Homeland Security 5900 Capital Gateway Drive Camp Springs, MD 20746 RE: Clarification of Discretionary Employment Authorization for Certain Aliens, DHS Docket No. USCIS-2026-0067; more

Iowa Cattlemen's Association Advocate for FAA Drone Restrictions Around Livestock Production Facilities

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 10, 2026 Michelle Ferritto Office of Rulemaking Federal Aviation Administration 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591 Docket No. FAA-2026-4558 Submitted via Regulations.gov Re: Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility The Iow more

Iowa Natural Resources Dept. Supports 2024 Drain Tile Setback Rule to Protect Wetland Easements and Migratory Bird Habitat

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 Docket No. FWS-R6-ES-2026-2641 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Re: National Wildlife Refuge System - Request for Information on Implementation of Drain Tile Setbacks Dear Director Nesvik, The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the National Wildlife Refuge S more

ITI Raises Security Concerns Over FAA's Proposed Drone Flight Restriction Rule Near Critical Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 Bryan Bedford Administrator Federal Aviation Administration U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, D.C. 20590 Re: Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility (Docket No. FAA-2026-4558; Notice No. 26-03) Dea more

Kids in Need of Defense Urges USCIS to Protect Work Authorization Access for Unaccompanied Children

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 Via federal eRulemaking portal, http://www.regulations.gov Division of Humanitarian Affairs, Office of Policy & Strategy U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Department of Homeland Security 5900 Capital Gateway Drive Camp Springs, MD 20746 Re: Clarification of Discretionary Employment Autho more

King County Metro Highlights Family Friendly Transit Service and System Performance Monitoring in Response to Federal Transit Administration Inquiry

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 3rd, 2026 Mr. Matthew Cahill Actin Deputy Administrator Federal Transit Administration U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersy Avenue SE Washington, DC 20590-0001 RE: Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration [Docket No. FTA-2026-0232] Dear Mr. Cahill, Metro welcomes FTA's more

Ky. Ducks Unlimited Supports National Wildlife Refuge Drain Tile Setback Rule

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 The Honorable Brian Nesvik Director U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service U.S. Department of the Interior 1849 C Street, NW Washington, DC 20240 Re: Support for the National Wildlife Refuge System Drain Tile Setback Rule Dear Director Nesvik: As the Ducks Unlimited State Chairman for Kentucky, I wri more

La. Electric Utility Environmental Group Support EPA Approval of State Coal Combustion Residual Permit Program

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 3, 2026 Filed online via regulations.gov U.S. Environmental Protection Agency EPA Docket Center (www.regulations.gov) Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OLEM-2025-3324 RE: Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OLEM-2025-3324 Comments on EPA Proposed Approval of Louisiana's State Coal Combustion Residual Permit Program 91 Fed. Reg. 3 more

Law Reform Institute Urges Stronger AI Incident Reporting and Enhanced Government Oversight in Proposed GSA Data Safeguarding Clause

Lockheed Martin Supports ATF Proposal to Modernize Firearm Records Retention Periods and Recommends Tailored Retention for Government Contract Firearms

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Before the DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Washington, D.C. 20226 In the Matter of Firearm Records Retention Periods Proposed Rule, Docket No. ATF-2026-0003, RIN 1140-AA95 COMMENTS OF LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION I. INTRODUCTION Lockheed Martin Corporation ("Lockheed Mar more

Main Street Foundation Urges EPA to Ensure Efficient Resolution Mechanisms After Superfund Arbitration Rule Rescission

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. To: Hon. Lee Zeldin, Administrator, Environmental Protection Agency From: Andrew Langer, President, Main Street Foundation Date: August 3, 2026 Re: Comments on the United States Environmental Protection Agency Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, "Rescinding the Regulations for Arbitration Requirements and Procedures more

Maine Marine Resources Dept. Highlights Concerns Over Offshore Space Launch Impact on Fisheries Habitat and Marine Mammals in Gulf of Maine

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. OFFICES AT 32 BLOSSOM LANE, MARQUARDT BUILDING, AUGUSTA, MAINE http://www.Maine.gov/dmr PHONE: (207) 624-6550 FAX: (207) 624-6024 August 4, 2026 Audrey Taylor Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Office of Strategic Policy and International Affairs 1849 C Street NW, Mailstop: MS-5238 Washington, DC 20240. De more

Mass. Energy Resources Dept. Urges DOE To Maintain Cost Transparency And State Input In Building Energy Code Evaluation

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Monday, August 3, 2026 Jeremy Williams U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation (CMEI), Building Technologies Office CM-5B, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585 RE: DOE Methodology for Evaluating Building Energy Codes Cost Savings Dear Mr. Williams, The Massa more

MassNAHRO Urges HUD to Avoid Reducing Housing Voucher Funding Amid Inflation Factor Changes

Mazon Urges USDA to Extend Comment Period for SNAP Administrative Cost Sharing Rule Due to Missing Regulatory Impact Analysis

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 *Submitted via www.regulations.gov and SM.FN.SNAPSAB@usda.gov* Maribelle Balbes Food and Nutrition Administration U.S. Department of Agriculture 1320 Braddock Place Alexandria, VA 22314 Re: Extension of Public Comment Period for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Changes in Federal-State A more

Medicaid Access Coalition Opposes Community Engagement Rule Changes That Risk Coverage For Older Adults And People With Disabilities

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 28, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: 2454-IFC 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 Re: Community Engagement Requirement Interim Final Rule (CMS-2454-IFC) On behalf of the Medicaid Access Coalition and the Medicaid Matters - Stay Covered K more

MetaMeta Challenges NAICS Classification System Proposes Technical Overhaul Amid Federal Rejection

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket ID USBC-2026-0133 Tuesday, August 4, 2026 MetaMeta LLC Page 1 of 3 Point of Contact: Ravi Shastri - ravi.shastri@metameta.us In response to the December 20, 2024, Federal Register notice, we submitted our comments where we challenged the validity of the very foundation of NAICS, its code structure. We also s more

Metropolitan Transportation Commission Supports Flexible National Framework for Family-Friendly Transit Service Quality

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 3, 2026 Mr. Jamie Pfister Acting Executive Director Federal Transit Administration 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, DC 20590 RE: FTA Request for Information on Family-Friendly Transit, Docket No. FTA-2026-0232 Dear Mr. Pfister: The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) appreciates the oppo more

Mexican American Legal Defense & Educational Fund Opposes USCIS Proposal to Restrict Discretionary Employment Authorization for Noncitizens Including DACA Recipients

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Washington, D.C. Regional Office 1016 16th Street, NW Suite 100 Washington, DC 20036 Tel: 202.293.2828 Fax: 202.293.2849 National Headquarters Los Angeles Regional Office 634 S. Spring Street Los Angeles, CA 90014 Tel: 213.629.2512 Fax: 213.629.0266 Chicago Regional Office 11 East Adams more

Minn. Ducks Unlimited Leaders Urge Support for Wildlife Refuge Drain Tile Setback Rule

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 The Honorable Brian Nesvik Director U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service U.S. Department of the Interior 1849 C Street, NW Washington, DC 20240 Re: Support for the National Wildlife Refuge System Drain Tile Setback Rule Dear Director Nesvik: As the Ducks Unlimited State Chairman for Minnesota, I writ more

Minn. Natural Resources Dept. Urges Maintaining Strong Science-Based Drain Tile Setbacks to Protect Wetlands and Waterfowl Habitat

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket No. FWS-R6-ES-2026-2641 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 1849 C Street NW Washington, DC 20240 Re: National Wildlife Refuge System - Request for Information on Implementation of Drain Tile Setbacks Dear Director Nesvik: Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments on the Request for Information regarding i more

MTW Collaborative Urges HUD to Maintain Transparent Housing Voucher Funding Methodology and Reject Local Housing Supply Adjustment

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. MTW Collaborative 455 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Suite 425 Washington DC 20001-2621 August 5, 2026 Office of General Counsel Regulations Division U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street SW, Room 10276 Washington, DC 20410-0500 Re: Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments Program-Fiscal Y more

N.M. Manufactured Housing Association Supports HUD Proposal to Modernize Manufactured Home Definition and Lower Housing Costs

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 Regulations Division Office of General Counsel U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street, SW Washington, DC 20410 RE: Revising the Definition of "Manufactured Home" to Lower Housing Costs (Docket No. FR-6537-P-01) Dear Sir or Madam: The New Mexico Manufactured Housing Asso more

N.Y. State Metropolitan Transportation Authority Urges FAA to Expand and Strengthen Drone Operation Restrictions Near Public Transportation Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 Ms. Michelle Ferritto Office of Rulemaking Federal Aviation Administration 800 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20591 Re: Docket No. FAA-2026-4558 (Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: "Designation - Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility") Dear Ms. more

National Aquaculture Association Advocates for Inclusion of Aquaculture Facilities in Unmanned Aircraft Flight Restrictions

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The National Aquaculture Association, a nonprot trade association supporting the U.S. aquaculture sector, supports the inclusion of agriculture in the denition of critical infrastructure, as unauthorized unmanned aircraft pose a variety of threats and concerns to the aquaculture sector. Aquaculture is an essential component more

National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing Urges FAA to Close Drone Security Gaps at Motorsports Facilities and Events

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 Submitted electronically via Federal eRulemaking Portal: www.regulations.gov United States Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE West Building 5th Floor, Room W58-213 Washington, D.C. 20590 Re: National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, LLC (NASCAR) Comments on the Section 22 more

National Association of Manufacturers Supports Risk-Based FAA Drone Restrictions to Protect Critical Infrastructure

National Association of State Energy Officials Urges DOE to Enhance Building Energy Code Methodology While Addressing Broader Housing Affordability Challenges

National Auction Association Urges ATF to Clarify Firearms Dealer Regulations and Extend Gun Show Exemption to Licensed Auctions

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. NATIONAL AUCTION ASSOCIATION 11900 W 87th St | Lenexa, Kansas 66215 www.auctioneers.org August 4, 2026 ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518, Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 99 New York Ave. NE Washington, DC 20226 RE: Notice of more

National Electrical Contractors Association Urges Stricter FAA Drone Flight Restrictions Near High Voltage Transmission Lines and Substations

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 6, 2026 Comments of the National Electrical Contractors Association to "Designation: Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility" Docket Number: FAA-2026-4558 Introduction The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) submits these comments in response to the Fe more

National Employment Lawyers Association Opposes Proposed Rule to Remove Federal Workforce Diversity Policies and Enable Politicized Hiring Practices

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 3, 2026 Submitted via www.regulations.gov Makisha Brown Acting Deputy Associate Director Strategic Workforce Planning Office of Personnel Management 1900 E Street NW Washington, DC 20415 Re: Proposed Rule, 91 Fed.Reg. 40435-40444 (July 2, 2026) (RIN 3206-AO77) Dear Ms. Brown: The National Employment Lawyer more

National Energy & Fuels Institute Urges DOE to Improve Transparency and Accuracy in Building Energy Code Cost-Effectiveness Assessments

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. National Energy & Fuels Institute, Inc. - NEFI Main Office: PO Box 822, Wilmington, MA 01887 DC Office: 1629 K Street. N.W, Washington D.C., 20006 Phone: (617) 924-1000 Fax: (508) 373-2740 www.nefi.com Page 1 of 11 August 3, 2026 Via Electronic Filing (www.regulations.gov) The Honorable Chris Wright Secretary U.S. Departmen more

National Ocean Industries Association, Offshore Operators Committee Urge FAA to Restrict Drone Flights Near Offshore Oil and Gas Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 The Honorable Bryan Bedford Administrator, Federal Aviation Administration c/o Michelle Ferritto Office of Rulemaking, Federal Aviation Administration 800 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20591 Subject: Comments of the National Ocean Industries Association and the Offshore Operators Committee more

National Rifle Association Supports ATF's Proposal to Remove Factoring Criteria for Firearms With Attached Stabilizing Braces

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION 11250 WAPLES MILL ROAD FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA 22030 NRA COMMENTS OF THE NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION ON THE ATF's PROPOSED RULE REMOVING FACTORING CRITERIA FOR FIREARMS WITH ATTACHED "STABILIZING BRACES" August 4, 2026 ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6 more

National Shooting Sports Foundation Raises Public Safety Concerns Over ATF Proposal for Expanded Remote Gun Sales

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 ATF Rulemaking Comments Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives 99 New York Avenue NE, Mail Stop 6.N-518 Washington, DC 20226 RE: Comment on RIN 1140-AB05; Docket No. ATF-2026-0266; ATF No. 2025R-26P; Revising Non-Over-the more

Navaya Maritime Urges MARAD to Establish Coordinated Deployment Pathway for Small Modular Nuclear Reactors

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. +1-713-364-4712 info@navayamaritime.com 363 N. Sam Houston Pkwy E. Suite 110- 47 Houston, Texas 77060 Executive Summary Navaya Maritime, Inc. supports MARAD's approach to commercially viable small modular reactor deployment in the marine transportation system as a system-level challenge rather than solely a reactor-te more

Neb. Hospital Association Calls for Flexible Medicaid Medical Frailty Definition and Rural Hardship Protections

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Re: Comments on Medicaid Work Reporting Requirements Implementation Dear Administrator Oz: On behalf of the Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA) and Nebraska's hospitals and health sys more

Nev. Resort Association Urges FAA to Expand Drone Flight Restrictions to Protect Tourism Districts and Public Venues

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 10000 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 165 Las Vegas, NV 89135 PH: (702) 735-4888 FAX: (702) 735-4620 August 4, 2026 Docket Operations U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Room W58-213 West Building 5th Floor Washington, DC 20590-000 SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY RE: Notice of Proposed Rulemaking - Unm more

Nevada System of Higher Education Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulation Changes

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 Docket OMB20260034 Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (Uniform Guidance) Submitted by: Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Introduction The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) proposed revisions to the Uniform G more

New Jersey Manufactured Housing Association Supports HUD Proposal to Modernize Manufactured Home Definitions and Reduce Housing Costs

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 11, 2026 Regulations Division Office of General Counsel U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street, SW Washington, DC 20410 RE: Revising the Definition of "Manufactured Home" to Lower Housing Costs (Docket No. FR-6537-P-01) Dear Sir or Madam: On behalf of the New Jersey Manufactured more

New York Coalition for Children's Behavioral Health Urges Clarifications on Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements for Families With Mental Health and Substance Use Challenges

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 27, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: RIN 0938-AV98 Submitted via regulations.gov RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals (RIN 0938-AV98) On behalf of the New York State Coalition for Children's Behavioral H more

New York University School of Law Institute for Policy Integrity: DOE Seeks Improvements in Building Energy Code Assessments Including Full Fuel Cycle Metrics Discount Rates and Evaluation Periods

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 3, 2026 To: Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation, Department of Energy Re: Updating and Improving the Methodology for Assessing Affordability and Cost-Effectiveness of Building Energy Codes, 91 Fed. Reg. 23982 (May 4, 2026) (EERE-2026-BT-BC-0034) The Institute for Policy Integrity at New York Univ more

NMAC Urges CMS to Protect Medicaid Coverage for People With HIV Amid Community Engagement Rule

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1050 Connecticut Ave NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20036 > nmac.org July 31, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Blvd Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: Interim Final Rule with Comment Period, "Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individual more

North Olympic Healthcare Network Urges CMS to Address Barriers and Protect Medicaid Coverage in Community Engagement Requirements

Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance Urges DOE to Maintain Lifecycle Cost Analysis for Building Energy Codes and Enhance Regional Affordability Metrics

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 3, 2026 Via Electronic Mail Mr. Jeremy Williams U.S. Department of Energy Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation (CMEI) Building Technologies Office CM-5B, 1000 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20585-0121 Re: Docket Number EERE-2026-BT-BC-0034: Updating and Improving the Methodology for Assessing A more

Nuclear Energy Maritime Organization Outlines Regulatory and Commercial Pathways for Scalable Deployment of Nuclear-Powered Maritime Vessels

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. secretariat@nemo.ngo Page 1 NEMO MARAD SMR RFI Submission The following is the formal response of NEMO to the MARAD SMR RFI. The Nuclear Energy Maritime Organization (NEMO) NEMO was founded in 2024 to serve as a bridge between the nuclear and maritime industries to facilitate the deployment of nuclear energy at sea. more

NYC Housing Authorities Urge HUD to Revise Section 8 Inflation Factor Calculation to Address Persistent Funding Shortfalls

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5. 2026 Regulations Division Office of the General Counsel Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street SW, Room 10276 Washington, D.C. 20410-0500 Re: Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments Program-Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Inflation Factors for Public Housing Agency (PHA) Renewal Funding Thank y more

Ohio Federation for Health Equity & Social Justice Urges Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to Delay Medicaid Work Reporting Requirements

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. OHIO FEDERATION FOR HEALTH EQUITY & SOCIAL JUSTICE Building Communities Through Advocacy for Health, Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice July 15, 2026 | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Dept. of Health and Human Services | Attention: CMS-2454-IFC | Submitted via www.regulations.gov RE: Comments on the Interim Fi more

Optimus Health Care Urges CMS to Simplify Medical Frailty Rules and Support Community Health Centers in Medicaid Engagement Requirements

Pacific Blue Line Campaign Opposes Deep Sea Mining Exploration Licenses in Pacific Ocean

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Attention: Office of Coastal Management, National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), U.S. Department of Commerce Subject: Opposition the Issuance of Deep Sea Mining Exploration Licenses in the Pacific Ocean (NOAA-NOS-2026-0892) Dear National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, We, the undersigned representat more

Partnership for Public Service Calls for Clarity and Enhanced Oversight in Federal Strategic Human Capital Management Rule

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 3, 2026 Mr. Scott Kupor The Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Docket ID: OPM-2026-0368 | RIN 3206-AO77, "Personnel Management in Agencies: Strategic Human Capital Management," Proposed Rule, 91 Fed. Reg. 40435 Dear Director Kupor: The Partnership for Public Servic more

Passenger Vessel Association Supports FAA Drone Restrictions at Passenger Terminals and Urges Coast Guard Sponsorship for Special Designations

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 4 August 2026 Docket Management Facility U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140 Washington, DC 20590 Re: Docket Number: FAA-2026-4558 Designation - Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility As published more

Pennsylvania Downtown Center: Enhancing Family Friendly Transit Through Improved Safety Cleanliness Accessibility and Reliability

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. TO: Docket Management Facility United States Department of Transportation FROM: Samantha Pearson Healthy Communities Program Manager Pennsylvania Downtown Center DATE: August 3, 2026 SUBJECT: Request for Information on Family Friendly Transit Federal Transit Administration Docket No. FTA-2026-0232 more

Pierce Aerospace Urges FAA to Boost Remote ID Broadcast Power to Enhance Critical Infrastructure Drone Security

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Official Comments to the United States in Regards to the implementation of Section 2209 of the FAA Extension, Safety and Security Act of 2016 Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility (FAA 2209 NPRM) DOCKET NO. FAA-2026-4558; RIN 2120-AL33; NOTICE NO. 26-03 14 CF more

Polyisocyanurate Insulation Group Urges DOE to Adopt Life Cycle Costing and Longer Evaluation Periods for Energy Codes

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Submitted via email August 3, 2026 U.S. Department Energy Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation (CMEI) Building Technologies Office CM-5B 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington Washington, DC 20585 BldgEnergyCodesMethodology2026BC0034@ee.doe.gov RE: Docket No. EERE-2026-BT-BC-0034; Updating and more

Port of Corpus Christi Advances Feasibility Study for Small Modular Nuclear Reactor Deployment in Maritime Trade

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. POC: Jeffrey Pollack Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer 400 Charles Zahn Jr. Dr. Corpus Christi, TX 78401 jpollack@pocca.com // 361.885.6230 Port of Corpus Christi Authority Response to DOT Docket Number MARAD-2026-0729 1. Initial Topics Identify pathways-technical, regulatory, or other-toward repeata more

Professional Services Council Urges Clarifications and Risk-Based Approach in Proposed GSA Clause on Safeguarding Data in AI Large Language Models

Prosecutors Against Gun Violence Oppose ATF Proposal to Expand Gun Purchase Background Check Exemptions

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 By electronic submission to www.regulations.gov Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Office of Regulatory Affairs; Enforcement Programs and Services 99 New York Ave. NE Washington, DC 20226 Prosecutors Against Gun Violence submits these comments on the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms more

Pullam Performance Partners Urges NRC to Update Training Guidance for Advanced and Microreactors

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Andrew Jackson Pullam Founder, Pullam Performance Partners LLC 609 Valleyside Dr Dallas, Georgia 30157 (612) 499-1154 andrew.pullam@pullamperformance.com July 28, 2026 Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards Mail Stop: TWFN-A85 U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001 ATTN: Guidance an more

Regional Energy Efficiency Organizations Recommend Lifecycle Analysis and Expanded Metrics for DOE Building Energy Code Cost-Effectiveness Methodology

Ride Guide Transit Technologies Highlights Safety Accessibility and Real Time Data Challenges in Family Friendly Transit

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Ride Guide Transit Technologies, Inc. 150 East 58th St. 22nd Floor New York, NY 10155 https://www.ride.guide/ August 3, 2026 Docket Management Facility U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Ave. SE, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140 Washington, DC 20590-0001 Dear Federal Transit Admi more

S.D. Wildlife Society Urges Continued Stewardship of Prairie Pothole Wetland Easements and National Wildlife Refuge System

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. US Dept. of Interior Fish and Wildlife Service-[Docket No. FWS-R6-ES-2026-2641] August 3 2026 On behalf of the nearly 110 members of the South Dakota (SDCTWS) Chapter of The Wildlife Society we write to express our strong support for continued stewardship and enforcement of wetland conservation easements and the National more

Sandy Hook Pilots Associations Urge Broad Safety Exceptions to Hudson River Anchoring Ban

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. UNITED NEW YORK SANDY HOOK PILOTS' BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION AND UNITED NEW JERSEY SANDY HOOK PILOTS' BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION 201 EDGEWATER STREET STATEN ISLAND, NY 10305 TEL: (718) 448-3900 FAX: (718) 442-2876 Department of Homeland Security United States Coast Guard Northeast District Ref.: USCG-2026-0042-0001 The U more

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority Advocates for Flexible Federal Family Friendly Transit Standards

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 30, 2026 Docket Management Facility U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140 Washington, DC 20590-0001 Subject: Federal Transit Administration Request for Information on Family Friendly Transit To Whom It May Concern: The Santa Clara Valley more

Second Amendment Foundation Urges ATF to Limit Firearm Records Retention to Protect Gun Owner Privacy

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 3, 2026 Submitted Via Online Comment Portal ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518 Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 99 New York Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20226 ATTN: ATF 1140-AA95 Re: Comments on Docket No. ATF-2026-0003; ATF 2025 more

Second Amendment Foundation Urges ATF to Revise New Firearms Transaction Form Following Supreme Court Ruling

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 3, 2026 Submitted Via Online Comment Portal ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518 Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 99 New York Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20226 ATTN: ATF 1140-AA82 Re: Comments on Docket No. ATF-2026-0001; ATF 2025R- more

Skyports Drone Services Urges Clear Federal Framework for Drone Flight Restrictions Near Critical Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Skyports Drone Services Inc. Wilmington, DE August 5, 2026 Federal Aviation Administration U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, DC 20590 RE: Docket No. FAA-2026-4558; Notice No. 26-03; RIN 2120-AL33 - Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to more

SkySafe Urges FAA to Require Non-Cooperative Drone Detection for Fixed Site Facilities

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. SkySafe, Inc. August 5, 2026 Submitted electronically via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Docket Operations, M-30 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, DC 20590 Re: Comments of SkySafe, Inc. on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, "Designati more

Society for Human Resource Management Urges DHS to Maintain Predictable Employment Authorization to Support Workforce Stability and Reduce Administrative Burdens

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 Rebecca Blatt Chief, Security and Public Safety Division, Office of Policy and Strategy Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services 5900 Capital Gateway Drive, Camp Springs, MD 20746 Submitted via regulations.gov RE: SHRM Comment on the Proposed Rule Regarding Cl more

Southern California Edison Urges FAA to Refine Drone Operation Rules to Protect Critical Infrastructure and Enable Utility Access

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. COMMENTS OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY Re: Docket No. FAA-2026-4558 - Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility (Section 2208 NPRM) August 5, 2026 I. Introduction Southern California Edison (SCE) supports the Electric Utility Trade Associations comments an more

Southern Illinois University Center for Family Medicine Urges CMS to Amend Medicaid Community Engagement Rules

Spray Foam Coalition Urges DOE to Revamp Building Energy Code Cost-Effectiveness Methodology

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. www.sprayfoamcoalition.org www.whysprayfoam.org August 3, 2026 Jeremy Williams U.S. Department of Energy Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation (CMEI) Building Technologies Office 1000 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20585 Submitted Electronically via BldgEnergyCodesMethodology2026BC0034@ee.doe.gov. more

States Call on HHS to Withdraw Unlawful Modifications to TANF Data System Raising Privacy and Oversight Concerns

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 Via Federal eRulemaking Portal David M. Swegle Office of Family Assistance Administration for Children and Families 330 C Street SW, 3rd Floor Washington, DC 20201 RE: Comment on the Notice of a Modified System of Records, Document ID ACF 2026-0727-001 Dear Director Swegle: We, the Attorneys General for th more

Stats Perform Urges CFTC to Prioritize Objective Settlement Data and Reliable Providers in Sports-Related Event Contracts Rulemaking

Stone Bravo Outpost Urges ATF to Clarify Firearm Classification Standards and Address Registration Status of Formerly Compliant Owners

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Stone Bravo Outpost LLC Killeen, Texas August 1, 2026 ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518, Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 99 New York Ave. NE Washington, DC 20226 ATTN: RIN 1140-AA98 Via electronic submission to the Federal eR more

Strategies for Ethical & Environmental Development Urges FAA to Protect First Amendment Rights and Public Oversight of Animal Agriculture

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. SUBMITTED VIA REGULATIONS.GOV DOCKET NO. FAA-2026-4558 August 4, 2026 Sean Duffy Secretary U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Washington, DC 20590 Bryan Bedford Administrator Federal Aviation Administration 800 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20591 Re: Designation-Restrict the Ope more

Sturm, Ruger & Co. Supports ATF Proposal to Remove Stabilizing Brace Factoring Criteria But Seeks Further Guidance on Firearm Classifications

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 8, 2026 Re: Comment on ATF Proposed Rule: Removing Factoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached "Stabilizing Braces" Docket No.: ATF-2026-0335 RIN 1140-AA98 Submitted by: Nathan Siegel Legal Business Partner Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. 1 Lacey Place, Southport, Connecticut 06890 I. Introduction more

Survivors of Mass Shootings Urge ATF to Withdraw Proposed Rule Revising Firearms Transaction Record

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 By electronic submission to https://www.regulations.gov. ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518, Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives 99 New York Ave. NE Washington, DC 20226 Re: Docket No. ATF-2026-0001; RIN 1140-AA82 Comment more

Transportation for America Urges Expanded Safety Metrics Cleanliness Standards and Increased Reliability Funding for Family Friendly Transit

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1350 I Street NW, Ste. 425 Washington, DC 20005 t4america.org August 2, 2026 The Honorable Sean Duffy United States Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Washington, DC 20590 Docket No. FTA-2026-0232 Submitted via Regulations.gov Dear Secretary Duffy, Thank you for the opportunity to c more

U S Maritime Administration Considers Project Pathfinder for Commercial Nuclear-Powered Ships to Revitalize Shipbuilding and Enhance National Security

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 Maritime Administration U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. Re: Docket MARAD-2026-0729, Development of a Commercially Viable, System-Centric Small Modular Reactor Concept for Deployment in the Marine Transportation System CORE POWER welcomes MARAD's focus on the complete ecosystem needed to make ci more

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Calls for Fair Standards and Economic Considerations in DHS Work Authorization Rule

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 Regulatory Coordination Division Office of Policy and Strategy U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services U.S. Department of Homeland Security 5900 Capital Gateway Drive Camp Springs, MD 20746 Re: Comment on Proposed Rule, Clarification of Discretionary Employment Authorization for Certain Aliens, more

Utility Solid Waste Activities Group Supports EPA Approval of Louisiana State Coal Combustion Residuals Permit Program

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 Via Electronic Submission at Regulations.gov EPA-HQ-OLEM-2025-3324 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency EPA Docket Center Office of Land and Emergency Management Docket Mail Code 28221T 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20460 Re: Comments on EPA's Proposed Louisiana: Approval of State C more

Va. Municipal Drinking Water Association Support FAA Rule to Restrict Drone Operations Near Treatment Facilities

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. VIRGINIA MUNICIPAL DRINKING WATER ASSOCIATION, INC. P.O. Box 51, Richmond, Virginia 23218-0051 (804) 716-9021 www.VMDWA.org August 5, 2026 Via Regulations.gov Docket Operations U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W58-213, West Building 5th Floor, Washington, DC 20590-0001 more

Venture Global LNG Urges FAA to Expedite and Streamline Drone Flight Restrictions Over Critical Energy Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 Via Regulations.gov Docket ID No. FAA-2026-4558 Docket Operations U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Room W58-213 Washington, D.C. 20590-0001 Michelle Ferritto, Office of Rulemaking, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20591 RE: Com more

Vertical Aviation International Urges FAA to Strengthen Coordination and Safety Measures in Proposed Unmanned Aircraft Flight Restrictions Near Fixed Site Facilities

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 Federal Aviation Administration ATTN: Michelle Ferritto, Office of Rulemaking 800 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20591 Submitted via Federal Register only RE: Docket No. FAA-2026-4558; Comments of Vertical Aviation International on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Designation-Restrict th more

Virginia Tech Mid-Atlantic Aviation Partnership Urges Balanced FAA Rule on Unmanned Aircraft Near Critical Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5th, 2026 Federal Aviation Administration 800 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20591 Re: Docket Number FAA- 2026-4558 Virginia Tech Mid-Atlantic Aviation Partnership comments regarding Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed S more

Waste Management Inc. Urges FAA to Include Landfills and Smaller Energy Facilities in Drone Operation Restrictions

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 Via Electronic Transmission: Regulations.gov Docket Operations U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Room W58-213, West Building 5th Floor Washington, DC 20590-0001 Re: WM Comments on FAA's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking entitled "Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Air more

World History Association Opposes Rescission of International Education Program Regulations

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. A community of scholars, teachers, and students who are passionately committed to the study of the history of the human community across regional, cultural, and political boundaries. 258 Harvard Street, Suite 317 Brookline, Massachusetts 02446-2904 USA +1 413.275.3858 https://thewha.org The World History Associati more

World Shipping Council Supports Exploration of Small Modular Reactors for Marine Propulsion With Focus on Safety Regulatory Clarity and Commercial Viability

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Re: Docket No. MARAD-2026-0729 - Request for Information on the Development of a Commercially Viable System-Centric Small Modular Reactor Concept for Deployment in the Marine Transportation System The World Shipping Council (WSC) is a non-prot trade association that represents the liner shipping industry, which is comprised more

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CSIS Issues Commentary: How Tehran's Use of Cyber Operations in the U.S.-Iran Conflict Has Evolved

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on Aug. 6, 2026, by Nikita Shah, senior fellow with the Intelligence, National Security, and Technology Program: * * * How Tehran's Use of Cyber Operations in the U.S.-Iran Conflict Has Evolved In the week since July 26, concurrent cyberattacks have impacted water facilities across at least six U.S. states. Reflecting the scope and seriousness of the risk posed to the water sector, the att more

CSIS Issues Commentary: Old Friends, New Calculations - A Reset in China-North Korea Relations

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on Aug. 6, 2026, by Victor Cha, president of the Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department, Director Bonny Lin and Associate Director Truly Tinsley, both of the China Power Project: * * * Old Friends, New Calculations: A Reset in China-North Korea Relations In June 2026, for the first time in seven years, Chinese leader Xi Jinping visited Pyongyang to meet with Kim Jong-un. While Xi hosted more

CSIS Issues Critical Questions Q&A: Bridging the Gap - LEO Satellite Internet and Human Rights

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following Critical Questions Q&A on Aug. 6, 2026, involving Andrew Friedman, director and senior fellow in the Human Rights Initiative: * * * Bridging the Gap: LEO Satellite Internet and Human Rights Just a few days into Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine's minister of digital transformation (now Minister of Defense) took to Twitter to ask Elon Musk for Starlink in Ukraine. Approximately 12 hours later, Mus more

Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to Fox News: Iran's Deepest Weakness Is Getting Exposed Through America's Maximum Pressure Campaign

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on Aug. 6, 2026, by Ludovic Hood, senior fellow with the Center for Peace and Security in the Middle East, to Fox News: * * * Iran's Deepest Weakness Is Getting Exposed Through America's Maximum Pressure Campaign Trump's economic squeeze on oil revenues escalates Iranian regime crisis. - The United States finds itself in a more

Huffman: Trump's Latest Billion-Dollar Payoff Kills More American Energy, Drives Up Costs, and Rewards Fossil Fuels

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-California, ranking member of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Huffman: Trump's Latest Billion-Dollar Payoff Kills More American Energy, Drives Up Costs, and Rewards Fossil Fuels Today, House Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) issued the following statement after the Trump administration announced yet another fake settlement using more than $1 billion in more

Sen. Warren Issues Letter to Defense Secretary Hegseth

Sen. Warren, 9 Co-Signers Issue Letter to Defense Secretary Hegseth

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 (TNSletter) -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, with nine co-signers issued the following letter to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth: * * * Here is the text of the letter: July 5, 2026 The Honorable Pete Hegseth Secretary of Defense U.S. Department of Defense 1000 Defense Pentagon Washington, DC 20301 Dear Secretary Hegseth: We write in response to the May 13, 2026, report from the Office of the Inspector General (IG) detailing the Department of Defense's (DoD o more

Venture Global LNG Urges FAA to Expedite and Streamline Drone Flight Restrictions Over Critical Energy Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 Via Regulations.gov Docket ID No. FAA-2026-4558 Docket Operations U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Room W58-213 Washington, D.C. 20590-0001 Michelle Ferritto, Office of Rulemaking, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20591 RE: Com more

Duckworth Helps Introduce Sweeping Legislation to Counter Trump's Authoritarian Takeover, Restore IG Independence and Defend Our Democracy

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth Helps Introduce Sweeping Legislation to Counter Trump's Authoritarian Takeover, Restore IG Independence and Defend Our Democracy * [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) in unveiling the For Our Republic Act, a comprehensive legislative package to fight back against President Trump's aggressive auth more

Duckworth Leads Colleagues in Push to Stop Trump from Hiding the True Cost of the Iran War and Dishonoring the Sacrifices of Our Heroes

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth Leads Colleagues in Push to Stop Trump from Hiding the True Cost of the Iran War and Dishonoring the Sacrifices of Our Heroes * [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today led 17 of her Senate Democratic colleagues in introducing legislation that would stop Donald Trump's desperate attempt to obscure how long his illegal war against Iran has lasted, more

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Funds enjoy the heat as June records PS3.8bn inflows, marking highest level since August 2021, closing a strong H1 2026

LONDON, England, Aug. 6 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Investment Association issued the following news release: * * * Funds enjoy the heat as June records PS3.8bn inflows, marking highest level since August 2021, closing a strong H1 2026 * June 2026 recorded significant inflows of PS3.8bn from retail investors, marking the highest figure since August 2021 and the eighth consecutive month of inflows, according to data published today by the Investment Association (IA). June capped a more

Hickenlooper Introduces War Powers Resolution to End Iran War

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Hickenlooper Introduces War Powers Resolution to End Iran War * Hickenlooper has voted 13 times to end the Iran war WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper introduced a War Powers Resolution directing President Trump to terminate U.S. military hostilities against Iran. The introduction comes as Trump continues to escalate tensions, warning Iran that ongoing talks are its "last chanc more

Krishnamoorthi Seeks Answers on Reports China Is Rearming Iran with Air Defense Missiles, Warns U.S. Servicemembers Face Greater Risk

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi Seeks Answers on Reports China Is Rearming Iran with Air Defense Missiles, Warns U.S. Servicemembers Face Greater Risk * Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), a senior member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, today sent a letter to Secretary more

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Padilla, Cortez Masto Introduce Bills to Lower Costs for Families, Take Advantage of Emerging Technology

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Padilla, Cortez Masto Introduce Bills to Lower Costs for Families, Take Advantage of Emerging Technology * U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), a member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, joined U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) in introducing three bills to make electric vehicles (EVs) and other clean transportation technologies more accessible to consumers throu more

Senate Foreign Relations Chairman Risch, Ranking Member Shaheen Meet With British Foreign Secretary Miliband

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sens. James Risch, R-Idaho, and Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, chairman and ranking member, of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement on Aug. 5, 2026: * * * Chairman Risch, Ranking Member Shaheen Meet with UK Foreign Secretary Miliband Today, U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Ranking Member released the statement below following their meeting with the Foreig more

Senate Foreign Relations Ranking Member Shaheen, Chairman Risch Meet With British Foreign Secretary Miliband

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sens. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, and Jim Risch, R-Idaho, ranking member and chairman, of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement on Aug. 5, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Shaheen, Chairman Risch Meet with UK Foreign Secretary Miliband Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member and Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the statement below following their meeting with the Foreign S more

Senator Marshall: Democrats Are Blocking the Farm Bill

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 (TNSxrep) -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Marshall: Democrats Are Blocking the Farm Bill * Senator Marshall Joins RFD-TV's Market Day Report Washington - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined RFD-TV's Market Day Report with Suzanne Alexander to discuss the Democrats' blocking of the Farm Bill out of committee, failing to ensure stability for farms and rural communities through year-round E15, internet expan more

U.S. Senator Tina Smith's Statement on Agriculture Committee's Markup of Long-Delayed Farm Bill

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Tina Flint Smith, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Senator Tina Smith's Statement on Agriculture Committee's Markup of Long-Delayed Farm Bill * Sen. Smith and colleagues offered dozens of amendments to strengthen the Farm Bill, which ultimately failed to gain bipartisan support WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tina Smith (D-MN) released the following statement after the Senate Agriculture Committee failed to pass a bipartisan Farm Bill: more

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Warnock Statement on Senate Agriculture Committee Farm Bill Markup

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Warnock Statement on Senate Agriculture Committee Farm Bill Markup Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statement after today's Farm Bill markup in the Senate Agriculture Committee. "Today's Agriculture Committee markup was a missed opportunity to advance a bipartisan Farm Bill that supports farmers and families. Between the president's tariff policy and more

Warren, Van Hollen, Colleagues Urge Trump Admin To End Settler Violence and Expansion in West Bank; Call For Restoring Sanctions and an Investigation Into Americans' Deaths

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Warren, Van Hollen, Colleagues Urge Trump Admin To End Settler Violence and Expansion in West Bank; Call For Restoring Sanctions and an Investigation Into Americans' Deaths "The climate of unchecked hostility toward Palestinian civilians has spilled over to Americans who have been killed, injured, and detained without cause in the West Bank" The effort was supported by the entire MA delegat more

BY THE DOZEN: DCCC Expands Battlefield Map With 12 New Offensive Targets

WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * BY THE DOZEN: DCCC Expands Battlefield Map With 12 New Offensive Targets * This morning, the DCCC unveiled 12 new offensive additions to House Democrats' Districts in Play for the 2026 cycle, bringing the total number of districts to 58. The latest additions to the Districts in Play list include four open seats as a result of the historic GOP retirements, four districts in states t more

ICYMI: Ohioans Call Out Jon Husted For Record of Jacking Up Utility Rates

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 5 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * ICYMI: Ohioans Call Out Jon Husted For Record of Jacking Up Utility Rates * NEW REPORT: Electric bills hit new highs across Ohio, state data shows IRONTON, OHIO -This week, Ohioans in Ironton called out Jon Husted for his record of jacking up energy rates in Ohio -just as a new report showed electric bills have hit new highs across the state. Jon Husted played a key role in the FirstEnergy bribery scheme, more

Schatz: Trump, Republicans Are Raising Prices On Purpose

WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 -- Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: * * * Schatz: Trump, Republicans Are Raising Prices On Purpose * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai'i) spoke on the Senate floor today about how President Donald Trump and Republicans are raising prices for Americans on purpose. "The price of everything is up and that's on purpose," said Senator Schatz. "The President of the United States has decided that Americans should pay more for everythi more

UC Merced Experts in Soil, Agriculture Join UC ANR

MERCED, California, Aug. 5 -- The University of California Merced issued the following news: * * * UC Merced Experts in Soil, Agriculture Join UC ANR * Two UC Merced-affiliated scientists have joined University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources. Lauren Hale, a soil microbiologist in UC Merced's Department Life and Environmental Sciences, and Mohammad Maharlooei, an assistant professor of UC Cooperative Extension in agricultural waste management and bioenergy production, are am more

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