Researchers Develop First High-Resolution Map of Groundwater Across Brazil
PRINCETON, New Jersey, Sept. 27 -- The High Meadows Environmental Institute at Princeton University posted the following news:
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Researchers Develop First High-Resolution Map of Groundwater Across Brazil
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Princeton researchers used machine learning to construct a map of groundwater levels across the entire 3.29-million-square-mile (8.5 million km2) expanse of Brazil, from its rainforests to its alternately dry and rainy savanna. It is the first national-scale high resolution overview of more
Enough is Enough: OpenAI Hacking Revelation Demands DOJ and Congressional Investigations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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Enough is Enough: OpenAI Hacking Revelation Demands DOJ and Congressional Investigations
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -New revelations about OpenAI's autonomous AI agents hacking U.S. government websites raise serious questions about potential violations of U.S. and international computer-crime and cybersecurity laws and demand immediate investigation by federal authorities. In addition, the Australia more
UToledo Biophysicist in Japan to Continue Cell Research as Fulbright Scholar
TOLEDO, Ohio, Sept. 26 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news:
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UToledo Biophysicist in Japan to Continue Cell Research as Fulbright Scholar
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The University of Toledo's Dr. Aniruddha Ray is continuing his research on microscopy-based studies of cellular processes through mid-November at Kyoto University as a Fulbright Scholar.
Ray, an associate professor in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, is working alongside researchers at the Institute for Life and Me more
ICYMI: Bennet Calls for New Federal Agency to Prevent Catastrophic AI Risk
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Bennet Calls for New Federal Agency to Prevent Catastrophic AI Risk
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Video of Bennet's interview on The Source with Kaitlan Collins can be found HERE.
Washington, D.C. -This week, Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet announced a new proposal to create an independent federal agency to regulate frontier artificial intelligence (AI) models and social media platforms.
In an interview w more
Reps. Jayapal, Tlaib, Pressley and Sens. Markey, Merkley Reintroduce Legislation to Halt Government Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technology
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Washington, issued the following news:
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Reps. Jayapal, Tlaib, Pressley and Sens. Markey, Merkley Reintroduce Legislation to Halt Government Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technology
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Bill Text (PDF)
Washington (September 25, 2026) - Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), and Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), and Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) announced the reintroductio more
Sens. Markey, Merkley and Reps. Jayapal, Tlaib, Pressley Reintroduce Legislation to Halt Government Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technology
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Sens. Markey, Merkley and Reps. Jayapal, Tlaib, Pressley Reintroduce Legislation to Halt Government Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technology
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Bill Text (PDF)
Washington (September 25, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), and Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Rashid more
Sens. Markey, Merkley and Reps. Jayapal, Tlaib, Pressley Reintroduce Legislation to Halt Government Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technology
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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Sens. Markey, Merkley and Reps. Jayapal, Tlaib, Pressley Reintroduce Legislation to Halt Government Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technology
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Bill Text (PDF)
Washington (September 25, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), and Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Rashida Tlaib (MI more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Economic Development Administration - Overview of Roles, Structure & Goals Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49311) on Aug. 24, 2026, entitled "Economic Development Administration: An Overview of Roles, Structure and Goals" by economic development policy analyst Julie M. Lawhorn.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), a bureau of the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC), was established pursuant to the enactment of the Public Works and Economic Developmen more
Economic Development Administration - Overview of Roles, Structure & Goals Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49311) on Aug. 24, 2026, entitled "Economic Development Administration - An Overview of Roles, Structure and Goals:"
(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
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EDA Structure
EDA's organizational structure includes offices for chief counsel, finance and management services, and external affairs and communications (see Figure 1). Other EDA offices include
* The Office of Regional Operations, which more
Farm & Food Support Under USDA's Section 32 Account Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12193) by agricultural policy specialist Jim Monke.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm and Food Support Under USDA's Section 32 Account
Congress created a permanent appropriation in 1935 - the Funds for Strengthening Markets, Income, and Supply (Section 32 of the act of August 24, 1935; 7 U.S.C. Sec.612c). This appropriations account supports producers of agricultural commodities more
SBA's Women's Business Centers Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13312) by Economic Development Policy analyst Adam G. Levin.
Here are excerpts:
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The Small Business Administration's (SBA's) Women's Business Centers Program
The Small Business Administration's (SBA's) management and technical assistance programs offer free counseling, training, and resources to small business owners and entrepreneurs. Although these programs are open to more
Standards for Maintaining, Collecting & Presenting Federal Data on Race & Ethnicity Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12304) by American national government analyst Taylor R. Knoedl:
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Revisions to Statistical Policy Directive No. 15: Standards for Maintaining, Collecting, and Presenting Federal Data on Race and Ethnicity
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) oversees the collection of race and ethnicity data through Statistical Policy Directive (SPD) No. 15: Standards for Maintaining, more
Standing to Sue for Informational Injuries Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11481) by legislative attorney Peter J. Benson:
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Standing to Sue for Informational Injuries
Some statutes authorize private parties to file a lawsuit seeking information. The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a prominent example. FOIA provides that federal agencies "shall make available to the public [certain] information," and it grants federal courts "jurisdict more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
AIHA Urges EPA to Consider Analytical and Capacity Challenges in Setting Lower Asbestos Exposure Limits
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 22, 2026
Douglas Troutman
Assistant Administrator
Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention
Environmental Protection Agency
Recommendations from AIHA on EPA's Request for Information on Legacy Uses of Asbestos for TSCA Section 6(a) Risk Management for Asbestos, Part 2 - Topic (E), Air Sampling more
Air Line Pilots Association: FAA Modernization of Transport Airplane Certification Receives Support From Airline Pilots
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 24, 2026
U.S. Department of Transportation
Docket Operations, M-30
West Building Ground Floor
Room W12-140
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20590
Subject: Docket No. FAA-2026-0430
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Transport Airplane and Propulsion Certification Modernization WITH COMMENTS
Dear Sir more
Airbus Canada Raises Concerns Over Proposed FAA Certification Modernization Rules
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Societe en commandite Airbus Canada
13100, boulevard Henri-Fabre
Mirabel (Quebec)
Canada J7N 3C6
Airbus Canada Limited Partnership
13100 Henri-Fabre Boulevard
Mirabel (Quebec)
Canada J7N 3C6
Ms. Daria Miroshnychenko
Engineering Professional, Airworthiness
Airbus Canada Limited Partnership
13100 boul. more
AMC Urges Retention of Designated Route Framework in Forest Travel Management
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
10 City Square Suite 2 Boston, MA 02129 P: 617.523.0655
outdoors.org
Greenville, ME Alexandria, NH Bretton Woods, NH Gorham, NH Blairstown, NJ Haverstraw, NY Bethlehem, PA
September 23, 2026
Re: Travel Management; National Forest System Lands Docket No. FS-2026-0100
Dear Chief Schultz,
The Appalachian Mountain Club ( more
American Farm Bureau Federation Urges Clarification of Certification Status for Wetland Determinations Issued Between 1990 and 1996
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 24, 2026
Mr. Jason Outlaw
National Leader for Wetland and Highly Erodible Land Conservation
USDA, Natural Resources Conservation Service
1400 Independence Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20250
RE: Docket ID NRCS-2026-0067
Dear Mr. Outlaw,
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) appreciates the opportunity to more
American Justice Association Urges EPA to Recognize Real-World Asbestos Exposure Risks in Gasket and Packing Work
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1
September 23, 2026
Lee Zeldin, Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OPPT-2025-0036
RE: Request for Information on Legacy Uses of Asbestos for TSCA 6(a) Risk Management Asbestos, Part 2, EPA-HQ-OPPT-2025-0036
Dear Administr more
AOHP Recommends Eliminating Mandatory Medical Questionnaires for Respirator Use in Healthcare
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comment on the Use of Medical Questionnaires for N95 Respirators and PAPRs
The Association of Occupational Health Professionals in Healthcare (AOHP) supports the removal of mandatory pre-use medical questionnaires for N95 respirators and Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs). Based on member experience, survey finding more
Ariz. Game and Fish Dept. Supports Removal of Gila Chub From Endangered Species List Due to Taxonomic Uncertainty
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 24, 2026
Public Comments Processing, Attn: FWS-R2-ES-2022-0001
Policy and Regulations Branch
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, MS: PRB (JAO/3W)
5275 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, VA 22041-3803
RE: Removal of Gila Chub From the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; Docket No. FWS-R2-ES-2022-0001FXES111 more
Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Urges Recognition of Unique Access Rights and Multimodal Transportation in Forest Travel Management
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
WWW.BACKCOUNTRYHUNTERS.ORG/ALASKA_BHAALASKA@BACKCOUNTRYHUNTERS.ORG
September 23, 2026
Docket No. FS-2026-0100
RIN 0596-AD70
Re: Travel Management; National Forest System Lands - Alaska-Specific Comments
Dear Secretary of Agriculture and U.S. Forest Service:
Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) appreciates the op more
Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Urge Caution on Proposed Changes to Forest Road Access Policy
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Docket No. FS-2026-0100
RIN: 0596-AD70
Re: Travel Management: National Forest System Lands-Washington State Specific Comments
Dear Secretary of Agriculture and U.S. Forest Service:
Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments on the U.S. Forest Service's Notice more
Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Urge Preservation of Responsible Motorized Access and Wildlife Protections in Forest Travel Management Reforms
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
www.backcountryhunters.org
admin@backcountryhunters.org
725 W Alder St. Suite 11
Missoula, MT 59802
U.S. Department of Agriculture
U.S. Forest Service
1400 Independence Avenue SW
Washington, D.C. 20250
Attention: Chief Tom Schultz
A Shared Vision for Durable, Responsible Access to America's Public Lands in Respons more
Border Trucking Compliance Group: FMCSA Proposal to Clarify English Language Proficiency Requirements for Commercial Drivers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1525 Wyoming Ave. El Paso, TX 79902 | (915) 838-1080 | www.btcgroupep.com
Page 1 of 4
Before the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
U.S. Department of Transportation Docket No. FMCSA-2026-0826 RIN 2126-AC99 English Language Proficiency; Out-of-Service Criteria
COMMENTS OF BORDER TRUCKING COMPLIANCE GROUP
Bord more
BRC Therapeutics Urges FDA to Streamline Regulatory Pathways and Establish Botanical Drug Accelerator to Boost Natural Therapeutics
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Copyright (c) BRC Therapeutics Company 2026. Confidential and Proprietary. All rights reserved.
September 21, 2026
Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305)
Food and Drug Administration
5630 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061
Rockville, MD 20852
Re: Advancing Development of Botanical Drug Products (Docket No. FDA-2026-N-9550)
D more
Cascade Forest Conservancy Opposes Rescission of Roadless Area Protections in Gifford Pinchot National Forest
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
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September 24, 2026
Director
Ecosystem Management Coordination
201 14th Street SW
Washington, D.C. 20250
RE: Proposed Rule Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation, FS-2025-0001
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule, Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation, FS-2025-0001. Cascade Fo more
CHRO Association Urges DHS to Reconsider $103,265 H-1B Filing Fee Amid Concerns Over U.S. Competitiveness and Workforce Impact
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Department of Homeland Security
Re: DHS Docket No. USCIS-2026-0298; CIS No. 2861-26; RIN 1615-AD20
RE: CHRO Association Comments on Proposed Rule "Fee for Certain H-1B Petitions"
To the Regulatory Coordination Division, Office of Policy and Strategy:
The CH more
Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund Urges Regulators to Prioritize Safe and Affordable Deposit Accounts to Enhance Financial Inclusion
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 22, 2026
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Re: Community Reinvestment Act Regulations; OCC Docket ID OCC-2026-0694; FDIC RIN 3064-AG31
Attention: Jennifer M. Jones, Deputy Executive Secretary, Attention: Comments-RIN
3064-AG31, Federal Deposit Insurance Corpo more
Colorado Springs Utilities Urges U.S. Forest Service to Maintain Watershed Protections Amid Travel Management Revisions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Public Comments Processing
Attn: Travel Management Rule Comments
United States Forest Service
Washington, DC 20250
Subject: Public Comment - Docket FS-2026-0100-0001: Travel Management; National Forest System Lands
Dear United States Forest Service Review Committee,
Thank you for the opportunity t more
FDA Seeks Public Comments on Future Therapeutic Use of Psychedelic Drugs for End of Life Care
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Agency: FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION (FDA)
Document Type: Notice
Title: Considerations for Potential Future Therapeutic Use of Psychedelic Drugs;
Public Hearing; Request for Comments
Document ID: FDA-2026-N-7542-0001
Comment: September 30, 2026
To: Food and Drug Administration
End of Life Washington ("EOLWA") more
Greater Yellowstone Coalition Urges Comprehensive Analysis of Forest Travel Management Impact on Wildlife and Habitat
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Director, Public Benefits
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service
201 14th Street SW
Washington, DC 20250
Attn: Docket No. FS-2026-0100
Re: Travel Management; National Forest System Lands - Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement, 91 Fed. Reg. 54686 (Aug. 24, 2026 more
Gulfstream Aerospace Urges FAA To Harmonize Certification Regulations And Clarify Compliance Standards
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Certification, Safety & Regulatory Affairs 500 Gulfstream Road
Savannah, GA 31408 USA
CSRARegulatoryAffairs@gulfstream.com
Page 1 of 2
September 24, 2026
In Reply, Reference Letter No.: G-CSRA-26-101467
Docket Operations
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, West Building, 5th Floor more
i-GENTIC AI: FDA Should Implement Continuous Evidence-Based Governance for Generative AI Medical Devices
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
i-GENTIC AI | FDA-2026-N-7874
Public comment | Page 1
PUBLIC COMMENT
Considerations for the Regulation of Generative AI-Enabled Medical Devices
Docket No. FDA-2026-N-7874 | Submitted September 23, 2026
Submitted by
Dr. Zahra Timsah, PhD, MBA, MSc
Organization
i-GENTIC AI
Role
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
more
KABOOM! Urges Department of Commerce to Maintain Race and Ethnicity Data in Decennial Census to Support Equitable Play Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comments of KABOOM! on Proposed Changes to Decennial Census
Demographic Inquiries
Docket No.: USBC-2026-0628
Agency: Bureau of the Census, Department of Commerce
Subject: Proposed Revisions to Decennial Questionnaire Content (Sec. 70.2(a))
I. KABOOM!'s Mission and Interest in this Proposed Change
KABOOM! is a nationa more
Kentucky Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Urge Forest Service to Preserve Designated Routes and Habitat Protections in Travel Management
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
USDA Forest Service
Director, Public Benefits
Public Comment on Travel Management, National Forest System Lands
Docket FS-2026-0100
RE: Docket FS-2026-0100 - Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement- Forest Service Travel Management Regulations
Dear Forest Service Officials,
T more
Kentucky Waterways Alliance Urges USDA To Strengthen Wetland Protections And Verify Older Maps
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Contributions to Kentucky Waterways Alliance, a nonprofit with 501(c)3 status, are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Working to Protect, Restore, and Celebrate Kentucky's Waterways
www.KWAlliance.org
September 24, 2026
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Natural Resources Conservation Service
1400 Independence more
Lowelifes Respectable Citizens Club Urges Preservation of Existing Designations and Safety Standards in Angeles National Forest Travel Management Reforms
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Lowelifes Respectable Citizens Club
Volunteer trail work in Southern California's Angeles National Forest, fostering conservation, sustainability, and community in Los Angeles County
lowelifesrcc.org @lowelifesrcc
September 23, 2026
Jim Bacon
Acting Director, Public Benefits
USDA Forest Service
201 14th Street SW
W more
Marathon Petroleum Urges Coast Guard to Streamline SIP Enrollment and Enhance Inspection Flexibility
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Chief, Commercial Vessel Compliance
U.S. Coast Guard
Stop 7501, 2703 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE
Washington, D.C., 20593-7501
Dear CDR Brown,
Subject: Comments on draft NVIC 02-99, Change 1-Guidance on the Streamlined Inspection Program (SIP) (Docket No. USCG-2026-041-0053)
First and f more
National Council of State Agencies for the Blind Warns Proposed Education Regulations Could Increase Bureaucratic Burden for State Agencies
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
The Honorable Linda McMahon, Secretary
United States Department of Education
400 Maryland Ave SW
Washington DC 20202
September 23, 2026
Re: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542, Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR)
Dear Secretary McMahon,
The National Council of State Agencies for the Blind (NCSAB) apprecia more
National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association Urges Risk-Based Approach and Electronic Certification to Streamline Marine Mammal Protection Act Import Processes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
8601 Georgia Ave, Suite 612 | Silver Spring, MD 20910 | Phone 202.466.0222 | ncbfaa.org
September 25, 2026
Samuel D Rauch III
Deputy Assistant Administrator for Regulatory Programs
National Marine Fisheries Service
1315 East-West Highway
Silver Spring, MD 20910
RE: Implementation of the MMPA Fish and Fish Produc more
Oregon Consumer Justice: FTC Urged to Strengthen Regulations on Personalized Pricing to Protect Consumer Fairness
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Federal Trade Commission
Office of the Secretary
600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW,
Washington, DC 20580
Re: Federal Trade Commission's Proposed Enforcement Policy Statement Regarding Personalized Pricing (Docket No. FTC-2026-1057)
To Whom It May Concern,
Oregon Consumer Justice (OCJ) submits the followi more
PsyRx: FDA Considers Risk-Based and Cardiac Safety Guidelines for Future Psychedelic Drug Therapies
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
PsyRx Ltd
Clinical-Stage Biopharmaceutical Company
September 15, 2026
Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305)
Food and Drug Administration
5630 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061
Rockville, MD 20852
Re: Docket No. FDA-2026-N-7542 - Considerations for Potential Future Therapeutic Use of Psychedelic Drugs; Public Hearing; Request for more
TechInHSR: FDA Guidance on Regulating Generative AI Medical Devices Emphasizes Workflow-Based Validation and Accountability
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comments to the Digital Health Center of Excellence (DHCoE) and Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH), under the FDA
1 Responses to Discussion Paper:
Considerations for the Regulation of Generative AI-Enabled Medical Devices
Docket No. FDA-2026-N-7874
September 2026
Summary
We appreciate FDA's continued e more
77 Education and Civil Rights Groups Urges Education Department to Withdraw Proposed Revisions to General Administrative Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Zachary Rogers
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20202
Re: Comments on Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Education Department General Administrative Regulations, 91 Fed. Reg. 54666 (Aug. 24, 2026); 1 Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Mr. Rogers:
The undersigned organ more
Bard College Opposes Proposed Education Department Regulations Threatening Academic Freedom and Institutional Autonomy
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
PO Box 5000, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504-5000
Phone 845-758-7423
E-mail bardpresident@bard.edu
Office of the President
September 23, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20202.
Re: Comments on Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR)
Docket ID ED-2026-OPE more
BlueRibbon Coalition Backs Forest Service Proposal to Revise Travel Management Rule and Establish National Access Presumption
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Ben Burr, Executive Director September 23, 2026 800 W Main St Suite 1460 Boise, ID 83702
Director, Public Benefits U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture 201 14th Street SW Washington, DC 20250
Re: Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement - Travel Management; National Forest System Lan more
Bosie State University TRIO Teacher Prep Program Director Subasic Warns of Risks From Proposed Department of Education Grant Rule Changes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
09-23-2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Planning, Evaluati more
Central College TRIO Upward Bound Associate Director Wagner Urges Department of Education to Reconsider Proposed Grant Funding Changes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 23, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Plann more
Christian Legal Society Urges Clarification of Religious Exemptions in Department of Education Grant Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
RIN 1875-AA14 September 23, 2026
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542.
RE: Written Comment re the Department of Education proposed rule amending EDGAR at 91 FR 54666 (Aug 24, 2026). RIN 1875-AA14
To whom it may concern:
Christian Legal Society respectfully submits this comment in response to the Department of Education's prop more
College of American Pathologists Urge DHS to Exempt From Proposed H-1B Fee Increase to Address Workforce Shortages
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
The Honorable Markwayne Mullin
Secretary
Department of Homeland Security
2707 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE,
Washington, DC 20528
Re: Fee for Certain H-1B Petitions [U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the DHS Docket No. USCIS-2026-0298] RIN 1615-AD20
Dear Secretary Mullin,
The Co more
Committee for Early Childhood Development D.C.C. Urges Preservation of Bilingual Education Mental Health Support and Oral Hygiene in Head Start Programs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 17, 2026
Office of Head Start
330 C Street, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20201
Re: Comments on Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs (ACF-2026-0595, RIN 0970-AD30)
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing to you as a teacher at the Committee for Early Childhood Development D.C.C. Inc. to express my deep conc more
Consilium Scientific: CMS Encourages Transparency and Evaluation in Medicare Device Coverage Pathway
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
consilium-scientific.org
21 September 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-3487-NC
P.O. Box 8010
Baltimore, MD 21244-8010
Re: Medicare Program: Regulatory Alignment for Predictable and Immediate Device Coverage Pathway; Procedural Notice with Comment Pe more
Council for Opportunity in Education: Department of Education Proposed Rule Changes Threaten Transparency and Effectiveness of TRIO Programs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Dedicated to furthering the expansion of college opportunities for low-income, first-generation students, and students with disabilities.
September 23, 2026
Zachary Rogers
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20202
Email: edgar@ed.gov
Re: Docket No. ED-2026-OPEPD-2542 - Comments on Prop more
CUNY McNair Program/John Jay College of Criminal Justice Associate Director Lee Urges Department of Education to Withdraw Proposed Grant Rule Changes Over Funding Stability Concerns
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 21, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Plann more
Department of Education Faces Criticism Over Proposed Grant Funding Changes Threatening Stability of Student Support Programs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 23, 2026
U.S. Department of Educa9on
Oce of Planning, Evalua9on and Policy Development
SubmiBed via Regula9ons.gov
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Educa>on Department General Administra>ve Regula>ons (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dea more
Empowerment Opportunity Center Opposes Federal Cuts to Head Start Funding and Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
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Empowerment Opportunity Center 360 E. Marietta St. Decatur, IL 62521
September 23, 2026
Office of Head Start
Director Lizbeth Casco White
330 C Street, SW
4th Floor Mary E. Switzer Building
Washington, DC 20201
Dear Director White,
Thank you for participating in the National Community Action Partne more
Evergreen State College Upward Bound Program Coordinator Robertson Urges Department of Education to Withdraw Proposed Grant Rule Changes to Protect Stable Funding for Upward Bound
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Devel more
Friends of Animals Urges USDA to Retain Existing Travel Management Rule
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Secretary Rollins
U.S. Department of Agriculture
1400 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20250
Re: Travel Management; Forest System Lands
Dear Secretary Rollins,
Friends of Animals submits these comments in response to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) notice that it intends to r more
Head Start Advocate Urges Preservation of Comprehensive Child Development Services Amid Proposed Budget Cuts
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 24, 2026
Office of Head Start
330 C Street, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20201
Re: Comments on Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs (ACF-2026-0595, RIN 0970-AD30)
My name is Alda Melissa Cerezo and I currently serve as an Early Head Start Education Manager in New York City. I have worked in early chi more
Institute for Sound Public Policy Urges U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services to Justify Proposed H-1B Fee Increase Based On Full Cost Recovery
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
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September 23, 2024
Office of the Chief Financial Officer
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Department of Homeland Security
5900 Capital Gateway Drive
Camp Springs, MD 20746
RE: Fee for Certain H-1B Petitions, DHS Docket No. USCIS-2026-0298
The Institute for Sound Public Policy ("IfSPP") respectfully more
Internet Works Urges FTC for Clearer Rules and National Pricing Transparency
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 25, 2026
Federal Trade Commission
Office of the Secretary
600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20580
Re: Proposed Enforcement Policy Statement Regarding Personalized Pricing - Docket No. FTC-2026-1057
Dear Chairman Ferguson and Commissioners:
Internet Works ("IW") is a trade association of 34 more
Justice and Advocacy Coalition Opposes Proposed Head Start Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
JAC Response to Proposed Head Start Regulations
The Justice and Advocacy Coalition (JAC) of Montgomery County, Maryland is a group of Catholics that advocate for the needs of vulnerable people living in poverty and on the margins of society in our County. We are writing to protest the proposed changes to the Head Start pr more
Mass. Association of Community Colleges Urges Education Department to Withdraw Proposed Grant Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
To Whom It May Concern:
The Massachusetts Association of Community Colleges (MACC), which represents all fifteen community colleges across the state, is submitting these comments on the U.S. Department of Education's proposed updates to the Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDG more
Modoc County Farm Bureau Urges Support for Forest Travel Management Plan Completion
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23,2026
Director, Public Benefits
201 14th Street, SW
Public Benefits Office
Washington, D.C. 20250
RE: Docket Number FS-2026-0100; National Forest Lands Travel Management
Dear Director:
The Modoc County Farm Bureau (Bureau) welcomes the opportunity to submit comments on the Notice of lntent to develop an more
Mont. Natural Resources & Conservation Dept. Urges USDA to Enhance Cross-Boundary Access and Forest Management
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Mr. Jim Bacon
Acting Director, Public Benets
U.S. Department of Agriculture
U.S. Forest Service
Public Benets Ofce
201 14th Street SW
Washington, DC 20250
Re: Docket No. FS-2026-0100 - Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement, Travel Management; National Forest System Lands, more
Montana Public Lands Council Strongly Backs Forest Service Proposal to Rescind 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Director, Ecosystem Management Coordination
201 14th Street SW, Mailstop 1108
Washington, D.C. 20250-1124
RE: Special Areas; Roadless Rule Conservation (36 CFR Part 294) (RIN 0596-AD66)
For decades, the Montana Public Lands Council (MPLC) has remained dedicated to developing and coordinating unifi more
Montgomery Bird Club Opposes Expanded Motorized Access in National Forests
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
RE: FS-2026-0100-0001
Dear U.S. Forest Service:
The Montgomery Bird Club (MBC) nds the proposed Travel Management Rule changes to be of signicant concern.
The Travel Management Plan Rule was published in 2005. Currently Travel Management Plans are developed locally and based on local conditions. They guide off-highway v more
N.M. Public Education Dept. Urges Education Department to Rescind Proposed EDGAR Amendments Over Burden and Uncertainty
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Zachary Rogers
Office of Planning, Evaluation, and Policy
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Ave. SW
Washington, D.C. 20202
Re: Proposed Amendments to the Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54666, Docket No. 2026-17239
Dear Mr. Rogers:
New Mex more
National Association for Gifted Children: Department of Education Faces Criticism Over Proposed Regulatory Changes Threatening Gifted Education Programs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Zachary Rogers
Senior Advisor
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20202
Re: Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542; RIN 1875-AA14; Education Department General Administrative Regulations, 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666
Dear Mr. Roger more
National Coalition Against Censorship Warns Proposed Grant Rules Threaten Academic Freedom
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
To Whom It May Concern:
Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments on the U.S. Department of Education's (USED) proposal to revise its existing Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR). The National Coalition Against Censorship is concerned about changes being proposed t more
National Forest Recreation Association Urges Support for Motorized Recreation Expansion and Inclusive Access in Forest Management Policy
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- 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 488 ~ Woodlake, California 93286 ~ Phone (559) 769-8333
NATIONAL FOREST RECREATION ASSOCIATION Responsible Recreational Use of America's Public Lands and Waters
September 23, 2026
FS-2026-0100 Director Public Benefits 201 14th Street SW Public Benefits Office Washington, DC 20250-1124
Re: Comments in response more
National Taxpayers Union Urges FTC to Substantially Revise Proposed Policy on Personalized Pricing
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
NATIONAL TAXPAYERS UNION
Center for Emerging Technologies
Before the FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION Office of the Secretary 600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20580
Revisions Urged for FTC Personalized Pricing Proposal
Docket FTC-2026-1057
The FTC's approach to personalized pricing can affect consumer prices and mark more
National Wildlife Federation Urges Preservation of 2005 Travel Management Rule to Protect Wildlife and Watersheds
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Ms. Brooke Rollins, Secretary
U.S. Department of Agriculture
1400 Independence Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20250
RE: Comment on Department of Agriculture Notice of Intent to Revise the 2005 Travel Management Rule
Dear Secretary Rollins,
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Department of A more
Native Claim Firm Urges FAA to Add Reporting Requirement to Address Airworthiness Gap
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket No. FAA-2026-7236-0001
THE NATIVE CLAIM FIRM
Official Correspondence
BEFORE THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION,
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Docket No. FAA-2026-7236-0001
In re: Airworthiness Directives: Air Tractor, Inc. Airplanes; AD 2026-16-12; FR Doc. 2026-16672 (Aug. 14, 2026); Final Rule; Request f more
Oregon Wild Urges Forest Service to Retain Existing Travel Management Rule to Protect Natural Resources
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
PO Box 11648 Eugene, OR 97440 (541) 344-0675 WWW.OREGONWILD.ORG Portland Eugene Bend Enterprise
23 Sept 2026
TO: USDA Forest Service ATTN: Director, Public Benefits VIA: https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/FS-2026-0100-0001
Subject: Travel Management Rule Revision - scoping comments
Please accept the following commen more
OSU TRIO Programs Executive Director of Collegiate Ellett Urges Department of Education to Withdraw Proposed Grant Rule Changes Over Funding Instability Concerns
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 23, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Planning, more
PRE4CLE Urges Department to Preserve Head Start Quality Standards
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
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September 22, 2026
PRE4CLE 6393 Oak Tree Blvd.
Independence, OH 44131
Office of Head Start
Administration for Children and Families
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Re: Comments on Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, "Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs", Docket No. ACF-2026-0595, RIN 0970- more
ProLiteracy Urges Education Department to Clarify Standards for Grant Continuation and Termination
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Re: Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542; RIN 1875-AA14 - Education Department General Administrative Regulations
Dear Secretary McMahon:
ProLiteracy is a national nonprofit organization committed to changing lives and communities through the power of adult literacy by expanding access to high-quality adul more
Public Lands Council Urges Caution in Revising Forest Travel Management Policies to Protect Grazing Permits
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
The Honorable Stephen Vaden
Deputy Secretary
U. S. Department of Agriculture
1400 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20250
RE: Docket No. FS-2026-0100; Travel Management; National Forest System Lands
Dear Deputy Secretary Vaden, Under Secretary Boren, and Chief Schultz:
The Public Lands Cou more
Rampart Range Motorized Management Committee Calls for Reforms to Expand Access and Improve Forest Management
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Rampart Range Motorized Management Committee
P.O. Box 3511
Englewood, CO 80155
info@rampartrange.org
September 23, 2026
United States Department of Agriculture
United States Forest Service
Re: Docket FS-2026-0100, Travel Management Rule Revision
Dear Forest Service:
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on th more
Safari Club International Urges Balanced Approach to Expanding Public Access on National Forest Lands
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Safari Club International - The Hunters' Embassy
501 2nd Street NE Washington, DC 20002 - 202 543 8733 - www.safariclub.org
Docket FS-2026-0100
Jim Bacon
Acting Director, Public Benefits
201 14th Street SW, Public Benefits Office
Washington, DC 20250
Re: SCI Comments on Travel Management; National Forest System Land more
Salem State University TRIO Student Support Services Director Linton Opposes Education Department Proposed Rule Changes Threatening Program Stability
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 24, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Planni more
Saratoga-Encampment-Rawlins Conservation District Urges Local Flexibility and Cooperation in Forest Travel Management Reforms
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Mr. Jim Bacon
Acting Director, Public Benefits Submitted Via: regulations.gov
201 14th Street SW Docket No. FS-2026-0100
Mailstop 1108
Washington, DC 20250-1124
RE: United States Forest Service; Notice of Intent to prepare an environmental impact statement - Travel Management: Docket number FS-2026 more
Sawtooth Conservation & Recreation Alliance Urges Focus on Public Access and Local Decision-Making in Forest Travel Management Reforms
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Re: Travel Management; National Forest System Lands, Docket FS-2026-0100
The Sawtooth Conservation & Recreation Alliance (SCRA) appreciates the opportunity to comment on USDA's consideration of revisions to the Forest Service Travel Management Rule, 36 CFR Part 212. SCRA is an Idaho nonprofit working to enhance recreation more
Sierra Access Coalition Urges Forest Service to Protect Over Snow Vehicle Access Adjacent to Pacific Crest Trail in Plumas National Forest
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
SIERRA ACCESS COALITION
556 Carol Lane East
Quincy CA 95971
info@sierraaccess.com
(530) 283-2028
January 5, 2022
Forest Supervisor Chris Carlton
Plumas National Forest
159 Lawrence Street
Quincy, CA 95971
RE: Plumas NF OSV MVUM Designations
Dear Forest Supervisor Carlton:
This letter provides new inform more
Sisters Trails Alliance Urges Preservation of Current Travel Management Policies to Protect Trail Access
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 22, 2026
Director, Public Benefits
USDA Forest Service, Public Benefits Office
201 14th Street SW, Washington, DC 20250
Re: Docket No. FS-2026-0100, Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement, Revision of Travel Management Regulations (36 CFR Part 212)
Summary of Main Points
1. Keep the " more
Small Business Majority Urges Reversal of Proposed CRA Rule Changes to Protect Access to Capital
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Jonathan Gould
Comptroller of the Currency
U.S. Department of the Treasury
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
400 7th St. SW
Washington, D.C. 20219
Travis Hill
Chairman
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)
550 17th Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20429
RE: Community Rein more
Springfield Technical Community College TRIO Academic Counselor Buckley Urges Department of Education to Preserve Stable Funding and Support for First-Generation and Low-Income Students
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Devel more
Summit County Manager Rossi Opposes Forest Service Travel Management Rule Revision to Protect Recreational Access and Land Stewardship
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Mr. Jim Bacon, Acting Director, Public Benefits
U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Forest Service
Public Benefits Office
201 14th Street SW
Washington, DC 20250
Re: Public Scoping Comments for Travel Management Rule Revision, Federal Register Number 2026-17211
The Summit County, Colorado Boa more
SUNY Plattsburgh Upward Bound Program Counselor Easton Opposes Department of Education Proposal to Cut Funding Flexibility for Upward Bound Programs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 23, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Submitted via Regulations.gov
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-O more
Teach For America Urges Clarification and Preservation of Federal Education Grant Processes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Ave SW Washington, DC 20202-1200
RE: Comments on Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Education Department General Administrative Regulations, 91 Fed. Reg. 54666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Thank you for the opportunity to provide written comment o more
TechNet Urges DHS to Withdraw Proposed H-1B Petition Fee to Protect U.S. Innovation and Small Business Growth
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1420 New York Avenue NW, Suite 825 Washington, D.C. 20005 www.technet.org | @TechNetUpdate Austin Boston Chicago Denver Harrisburg Olympia Sacramento Silicon Valley Tallahassee Washington, D.C.
September 24, 2026
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Department of Homeland Security 5900 Capital Gateway Drive Camp S more
Trout Unlimited Urges Forest Service to Preserve Watershed Protections in Travel Management Revisions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Jim Bacon
Acting Director, Public Benefits
U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Forest Service
Public Benefits Office
201 14th Street SW
Washington, DC 20250
RE: Revision of Forest Service's travel management regulations, 36 CFR part 212 (Docket: FS-2026-0100-0001)
Dear Acting Directo more
Tulsa Community College TRIO Director Schnetzer Urges Education Department to Withdraw Proposed General Administrative Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 23, 2026 U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Planning, E more
University of California Student Association Urges DHS to Withdraw Proposed H-1B Fee to Protect International Students and Employment Opportunities
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
University of California Student Association 1107 9th St, Suite 711 Sacramento, CA 95814 916-442-8280 | www.ucsa.org
Docket ID No. USCIS-2026-0298 RIN No. 1615-AD20 FR Doc. No 2026-17324
September 23, 2026
Office of the Chief Financial Officer U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Department of Homeland Security 590 more
University of Louisiana Counselor Broussard Urges Education Department to Preserve Funding Stability for Student Programs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 23, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Planning, more
University of South Alabama Sponsored Projects Administration VP Mills Urges Education Department to Revise Proposed General Administrative Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
VICE PRESIDENT FOR RESEARCH AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AD 200 | 307 University Boulevard, N. | Mobile, Alabama 36688-0002 TEL: (251) 460-6333 | FAX: (251) 460-7955 | SouthAlabama.edu/vpresearch
September 23, 2026
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Wash more
Utility Solid Waste Activities Group Urges EPA to Recognize Safety and Natural Attenuation in Asbestos Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
2365 Harrodsburg Road Suite A325 Lexington, KY 40504 www.uswag.org
September 23, 2026
Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OPPT-2025-0036
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention
Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20460
Re: Comments of the more
Woven Learning & Technology Urges Department of Education to Withdraw Proposed Funding Rule Amid Concerns Over Program Disruptions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 23, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Plann more
Woven Learning and Technology Urge Department of Education to Withdraw Proposed Rule Threatening Federal College Access Programs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 23, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Planning, more
Wyoming Back Country Horsemen Urges Thorough Environmental Review Before E-Bike Access Expansion
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Mr. Jim Bacon, Acting Director, Public Benefits
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service
Public Benefits Office
201 14th Street SW
Washington, DC 20250
Re: Docket Number FS-2026-0100, Public Scoping Comments on Travel Management Rule Revision, Federal Register Number 2026-17211
Dear Mr. Bacon:
Wyoming Back Cou more
Tipoffs: Iran
Federal Register: OMB Launches Market Research to Boost Domestic Production of Essential Medicines
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 (TNSFR) -- The Office of Management and Budget issued the following action in the Federal Register.
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Request for Information; Domestic and Near Shore Manufacturing of Essential Medicines on the ASPR 86 List
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is conducting market research to identify new and unused domestic, U.S.-based, and near shore production capabilities for Finished Dose Forms (FDF), Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), and Key Starting Materials (KSM) more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON CNN: "THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ARE DISGUSTED WITH THE PERFORMANCE OF DONALD TRUMP AND REPUBLICANS"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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LEADER JEFFRIES ON CNN: "THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ARE DISGUSTED WITH THE PERFORMANCE OF DONALD TRUMP AND REPUBLICANS"
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Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNN This Morning Weekend, where he made clear that House Democrats are relentlessly focused on fighting for an affordable America.
MANU RAJU: House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who wants to more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON CNN: "THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ARE DISGUSTED WITH THE PERFORMANCE OF DONALD TRUMP AND REPUBLICANS"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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LEADER JEFFRIES ON CNN: "THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ARE DISGUSTED WITH THE PERFORMANCE OF DONALD TRUMP AND REPUBLICANS"
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Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNN This Morning Weekend, where he made clear that House Democrats are relentlessly focused on fighting for an affordable America.
MANU RAJU: House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who wants to be the next Speaker of the more
Minister Anand concludes participation in the 81st United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week
OTTAWA, Ontario, Sept. 26 -- Global Affairs Canada, an arm of the Canadian government, posted the following news release:
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Minister Anand concludes participation in the 81st United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week
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September 26, 2026 - New York City, New York - Global Affairs Canada
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today concluded her participation in the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level Week in New York City.
During the High-Leve more
Bennet, Slotkin, Colleagues Demand Answers from Hegseth on Cost of Iran War
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Bennet, Slotkin, Colleagues Demand Answers from Hegseth on Cost of Iran War
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President Trump's Pentagon Has Greatly Underestimated the Iran War's Costs
Washington, D.C. -Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, joined U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) and 43 Senate colleagues, including fellow Colorado Senator John Hickenlooper, to more
Maryland Congressional Delegation Meets to Discuss Critical Priorities for the Port of Baltimore
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
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Maryland Congressional Delegation Meets to Discuss Critical Priorities for the Port of Baltimore
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Yesterday, members of Maryland's Congressional Delegation held a meeting at the United States Capitol to discuss their work on a range of issues relating to the Port of Baltimore, including its infrastructure needs, long-term stability, and growth. During the meeting, the lawmakers heard from Por more
Senators Markey and Merkley Lead Colleagues to Demand Trump Administration Abandon Reckless Saudi Nuclear Deal
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Senators Markey and Merkley Lead Colleagues to Demand Trump Administration Abandon Reckless Saudi Nuclear Deal
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Trump deal caves to Saudi demands, fails "Gold Standard" test
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Washington (September 25, 2026) - Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), co-chairs of the bicameral Nuclear Weapons and Arms Control Working Group, today sent a letter to S more