AFC's Learning Circle Collaborative: Helping Emerging Organizations to Thrive and Achieve
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 24 -- The AIDS Foundation of Chicago issued the following news:
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AFC's Learning Circle Collaborative: Helping emerging organizations to thrive and achieve
By Andrew Davis, Editorial Consultant
The Learning Circle Collaborative (LCC) is a capacity building and technical assistance program that prioritizes organizations conducting grassroots work and serving Chicago's South and West sides.
The LCC builds grantee capacity by offering masterclasses to organization more
AFIMSC Unveils 'SPEED CSO' to Fast-Track Innovation for Installation Mission Support Capabilities
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Feb. 24 -- The U.S. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center issued the following news:
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AFIMSC unveils 'SPEED CSO' to fast-track innovation for installation mission support capabilities
The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center has launched a streamlined contracting process to speed up the delivery of innovative commercial capabilities to warfighters.
The new AFIMSC Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery, or SPE more
BSA Urges Targeted Revisions to EU AI Transparency Code
WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 -- The Business Software Alliance issued the following news release:
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BSA Urges Targeted Revisions to EU AI Transparency Code
BRUSSELS - The Business Software Alliance (BSA) called on the European Commission to revise the draft Code of Practice on transparency requirements under Article 50 of the EU AI Act to ensure it remains faithful to the scope of the law and workable in practice.
In its recommendations, BSA highlights three priorities:
* Respect the scope of th more
Cadence Completes Acquisition of Hexagon's Design and Engineering Business, Advancing Leadership in Physical AI and Multiphysics
SAN JOSE, California, Feb. 24 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Cadence Design Systems, a provider of electronic design automation and semiconductor intellectual property, issued the following news release on Feb. 23, 2026:
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Cadence Completes Acquisition of Hexagon's Design and Engineering Business, Advancing Leadership in Physical AI and Multiphysics
Complementary leading technologies combine to deliver comprehensive physical system design and AI-driven analysis solutions
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Cadenc more
Carlyle Provides a Structured Capital Solution to Peloton Computer Enterprises to Support Growth
WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 -- Carlyle Group posted the following news release on Feb. 23, 2026:
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Carlyle provides a structured capital solution to Peloton Computer Enterprises to support growth
Global investment firm Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) today announced that its Global Credit platform has provided a structured capital solution to Peloton Computer Enterprises Ltd. ("Peloton" or the "Company"), a leading provider of integrated energy data management software, to support ongoing investment in the more
Celebration Shows Off CSUMB Research
SEASIDE, California, Feb. 24 -- California State University Monterey Bay campus issued the following news:
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Celebration shows off CSUMB research
The annual event featured a broad spectrum of studies being done at the university.
By Mark Muckenfuss
A crowd of about 40 researchers and their supporters gathered on Thursday, Feb. 19, for the annual Celebration of Research on the third floor of the Tanimura & Antle Family Memorial Library. Seven Cal State Monterey Bay researchers presented more
Celebration Shows Off CSUMB Research
SEASIDE, California, Feb. 24 -- California State University Monterey Bay campus issued the following news:
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Celebration shows off CSUMB research
The annual event featured a broad spectrum of studies being done at the university.
By Mark Muckenfuss
A crowd of about 40 researchers and their supporters gathered on Thursday, Feb. 19, for the annual Celebration of Research on the third floor of the Tanimura & Antle Family Memorial Library. Seven Cal State Monterey Bay researchers presented more
Con Edison Announces Common Share Offering With A Forward Component
NEW YORK, Feb. 24 -- Consolidated Edison, a provider of energy-related products and services, issued the following news on Feb. 23, 2026:
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Con Edison Announces Common Share Offering With A Forward Component
Consolidated Edison, Inc. (Con Edison) (NYSE: ED) today announced the public offering of 7,000,000 of its common shares. In connection with the forward sale agreement described below, the forward counterparty (as defined below) has agreed to borrow from third parties and sell such sha more
Data Center Announced; SWEPCO Role Cited in Supporting Local Economic Growth
SHREVEPORT, Louisiana, Feb. 24 -- Southwestern Electric Power, an American Electric Power company, issued the following news release:
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New Data Center Announced; SWEPCO Role Cited in Supporting Local Economic Growth
For more information visit SWEPCO.com/ready or the NLEP project site NLEP.org/AWS
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Southwestern Electric Power Co. (SWEPCO) announced a new data center investment from Amazon that company leaders describe as the most significant economic development win Northwest Louisiana more
Duke's Semiconductor Game Changers: Aaron Franklin
DURHAM, North Carolina, Feb. 24 -- Duke University Pratt School of Engineering issued the following Q&A on Feb. 23, 2026, by Andrew Tie with Aaron Franklin, associate dean for faculty affairs and distinguished professor of electrical and computer engineering:
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Duke's Semiconductor Game Changers: Aaron Franklin
Aaron Franklin studies nanomaterials as disruptive complements or replacements for conventional silicon technology.
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In January 2026, a landmark gift from the Lamond Family name more
Fed Governor Waller Issues Labor Market Data: Signal or Noise?
WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following speech on Feb. 23, 2026, by Governor Christopher J. Waller at the Great Realignment: Navigating AI, Demographic and Geoeconomic Change, 42nd Annual NABE Economic Policy Conference, hosted by the National Association for Business Economics:
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Thank you, Constance, and thank you for the opportunity to speak to you today./1 Let me commend NABE for focusing this year's conference on economic disruptions including artificial intell more
FIS Launches 24/7 AI Assistant to Ease Risk Models Management
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Feb. 24 -- FIS, a financial technology company, issued the following news release on Feb. 23, 2026:
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FIS Launches 24/7 AI Assistant to Ease Risk Models Management
* FIS has launched the Insurance Risk Suite AI Assistant, a generative AI tool that provides instant guidance and answers
* Delivers expert risk modeling guidance in any language, 24/7, accelerating risk response
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Actuaries spends a substantial amount of their time searching for information buried in more
Gartner Survey Reveals CMO "AI Blind Spot" as 65% Expect Role Disruption, Yet Only 32% Say Significant Skill Changes Are Needed
STAMFORD, Connecticut, Feb. 24 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Survey Reveals CMO "AI Blind Spot" as 65% Expect Role Disruption, Yet Only 32% Say Significant Skill Changes Are Needed
Marketing Leaders Face a Widening AI Literacy Gap as AI Shifts From Productivity Tool to Growth Capability
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Sixty-five percent of CMOs say advances in AI will dramatically change the role of the CMO in the next two y more
Hawaii State Energy Office Secures $1.8 Million for Advanced Energy Visualization Platform
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 24 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news:
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Hawaii State Energy Office Secures $1.8 Million for Advanced Energy Visualization Platform
By Campbell Delahoyde, NASEO
The Hawaii State Energy Office (HSEO) has secured $1.8 million in federal funding to expand the Hawaii Advanced Visualization Energy Nexus (HAVEN), a cutting-edge infrastructure visualization platform Developed in partnership with the University of Hawaii's La more
Internet Governance Project Issues Commentary: Beyond Borders - How Threat Intelligence Provenance Can Save Global Cybersecurity From Geopolitical Fragmentation
ATLANTA, Georgia, Feb. 24 (TNSjou) -- The Georgia Institute of Technology School of Public Policy Internet Governance Project issued the following commentary on Feb. 23, 2026, by research scientist Brenden Kuerbis:
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Beyond Borders: How Threat Intelligence Provenance Can Save Global Cybersecurity From Geopolitical Fragmentation
In mid-January 2026, the Chinese government allegedly announced a sweeping ban on cybersecurity software from more than a dozen U.S. and Israeli firms, including i more
Introducing Scintilla In-Store: Future of Third-Party Retail Execution at Walmart
BENTONVILLE, Arkansas, Feb. 24 -- Walmart issued the following news on Feb. 23, 2026:
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Introducing Scintilla In-Store: The Future of Third-Party Retail Execution at Walmart
Today, Walmart Data Ventures is introducing Scintilla In-Store, a transformative platform for supplier field representatives that connects data to action at the store level. As the newest addition to the Scintilla portfolio, Scintilla In-Store unifies essential tools, real-time data, actionable metrics, and supplier-a more
KnowledgeWorks: Using Artificial Intelligence to Optimize Personalized Learning
CINCINNATI, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- KnowledgeWorks issued the following article on Feb. 23, 2026:
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Using Artificial Intelligence to Optimize Personalized Learning
By Abbie Forbus Everett
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
* AI can support efficiency, efficacy and equity in personalized learning when essential practices and core beliefs are in place
* Educators across grade levels, subjects and specialties surfaced a shared set of six themes for how AI-enabled classrooms support personalization
* AI in educatio more
Pertamina and Halliburton Sign an Integrated Unconventional Fracturing MOU in Indonesia
HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 24 -- Halliburton Co., a provider of products and services to the energy industry, issued the following news release:
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Pertamina and Halliburton sign an integrated unconventional fracturing MOU in Indonesia
PT Pertamina (Persero), Indonesia's state-owned integrated energy company, and Halliburton (NYSE: HAL), a global leader in energy services and technology, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to accelerate the deployment of advanced well construction and sti more
SAS Institute: Study - Only 11% of Banks Have Cracked the Code on Trustworthy AI
CARY, North Carolina, Feb. 24 (TNSrep) -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release:
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Study: Only 11% of banks have cracked the code on trustworthy AI
Even as AI spending surges, few banks have established the necessary governance and guardrails - and nearly half misjudge their own AI readiness
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In banking, trust isn't optional - it's everything. Yet, even as banks accelerate AI investment faster than other sectors, most are more
Sen. Sanders: Yes. We Need a Moratorium On Data Center Construction.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, issued the following statement on Feb. 23, 2026:
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Sanders: Yes. We Need a Moratorium On Data Center Construction.
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) today released the following statement following the announcement of a data center moratorium in Denver, Colorado.
A few months ago, when I proposed a moratorium on AI data centers, it was perceived as a radical, fringe and Luddite idea. Well, not anymore. Today, the mayor of Denver, Colorado, more
Texas A&M University College of Engineering: Redefining Engineering Design With Trustworthy AI
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Feb. 24 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news:
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Redefining engineering design with trustworthy AI
Dr. Wayne Chen is advancing trustworthy AI that can generate novel, feasible engineering designs and transform how engineers discover, create and innovate.
By Maddi Busby, College of Engineering
Artificial intelligence is transforming engineering, but Dr. Wayne Chen is working to push AI beyond a supporting role and into a pri more
UAlbany Launches Cybersecurity Clinic for Local Businesses With Support From Spencer Educational Foundation
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news:
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UAlbany Launches Cybersecurity Clinic for Local Businesses with Support from Spencer Educational Foundation
By Mike Nolan
With the risk of cyber threats on the rise, the University at Albany is offering a new lifeline to help Capital Region businesses fight back.
UAlbany's Department of Cybersecurity in the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity (CEHC) is launching a cybe more
UMSL Receives Federal Funding to Launch Geospatial Workforce Development Pilot Program
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Feb. 24 -- The University of Missouri St. Louis campus issued the following news:
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UMSL receives federal funding to launch Geospatial Workforce Development Pilot Program
Congress provided $5 million in federal funding through the Department of Defense to support the initiative as a partnership between the university, NGA and T-REX.
By Steve Walentik
The University of Missouri-St. Louis announced the launch of a new Geospatial Workforce Development Pilot Program. Th more
UNF and Petticoat-Schmitt Advance AI-driven Solutions for Construction Industry
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Feb. 24 -- The University of North Florida issued the following news:
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UNF and Petticoat-Schmitt advance AI-driven solutions for construction industry
The University of North Florida and Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors are working together to develop AI powered tools that can help construction firms manage time consuming, inefficient or error prone tasks.
UNF's College of Computing, Engineering & Construction (CCEC) launched the three-year academia-industry r more
University of Iowa Tippie College of Business: How Will AI Affect Administrative Jobs?
IOWA CITY, Iowa, Feb. 24 (TNSjou) -- The University of Iowa Tippie College of Business issued the following news:
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How will AI affect administrative jobs?
Few studies have examined the impact of AI on administrative and clerical workers
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AI's impact on business has been well studied by researchers. Language models, smart buildings, ergonomics, automation, and robotics are topics of countless studies that show how technology is changing the American workplace.
But what will the impac more
Vanderbilt University Report Outlines 'A Little Tech' Policy Agenda For Technology Governance
WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 (TNSLrpt) -- A Little Tech Policy Agenda - A report from Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee - February 2026 (16 pages)
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The Vanderbilt University issued a report presenting a policy agenda that proposes a framework for governing emerging technologies in ways that balance innovation, public benefit and risk mitigation, emphasizing practical regulatory principles and collaborative governance strategies. The document identifies key areas where policymakers, indus more
'We can't give up our own creativity': Gerard Puccio on the importance of creativity in today's world
BUFFALO, New York, Feb. 23 -- Buffalo State University issued the following news release:
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'We can't give up our own creativity': Gerard Puccio on the importance of creativity in today's world
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Founded by creative thinking pioneers Alex F. Osborn and Sidney J. Parnes more than half a century ago, the Center for Applied Imagination at Buffalo State stands as the first educational institution in the world to offer graduate-level courses, a master of science in creativity studies, and-beg more
ACP Announces 2026 Board of Directors
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 [Category: Energy] -- The American Clean Power Association posted the following news release:
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ACP Announces 2026 Board of Directors
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WASHINGTON, D.C., February 23, 2026 - The American Clean Power Association (ACP), the clean energy industry's leading trade organization, has announced its new 202 6 Board and Officers. The ACP Board unites the clean power sector, drawing expertise from the full suite of clean technologies. In 2026, our industry must continue to provi more
ALFA Insurance teams with Sorrell College of Business to create a business innovation lab to spur student success and develop the next generation of business leaders
TROY, Alabama, Feb. 23 -- Troy University issued the following news:
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ALFA Insurance teams with Sorrell College of Business to create a business innovation lab to spur student success and develop the next generation of business leaders
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Alfa Insurance and Troy University's Sorrell College of Business are teaming up to expand educational capabilities through the creation of the Alfa Insurance Business Innovation Lab in John Robert Lewis Hall.
Supported by a generous gift from Alfa Ins more
Banks race to adapt as traditional risks rebound and new threats accelerate, EY and IIF survey shows
LONDON, England, Feb. 23 [Category: BizConsulting] -- EY, a global organization involved with advisory services, assurance, consulting, tax, transactions and technology, which includes the member firms of Ernst and Young Global Limited, posted the following news:
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Banks race to adapt as traditional risks rebound and new threats accelerate, EY and IIF survey shows
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* The 15 th EY and IIF Global Bank Risk Management Survey, reveals credit risk (62%) and financial crime (43%) have re eme more
BCG and OpenAI Expand Partnership With OpenAI Frontier Alliance
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Feb. 23 [Category: BizConsulting] -- Boston Consulting Group, a management consulting firm, presented the following news release:
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BCG and OpenAI Expand Partnership With OpenAI Frontier Alliance
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BOSTON- Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and OpenAI today announced a multiyear expansion of their partnership with Frontier Alliance to continue to help organizations move beyond experimentation and accelerate enterprise-scale AI transformation.
"AI is a core part of BCG more
Camms' latest gift to Clemson School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences recognizes the importance of faculty excellence
CLEMSON, South Carolina, Feb. 23 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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Camms' latest gift to Clemson School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences recognizes the importance of faculty excellence
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Jeff and Karen Camm's latest gift to the Clemson University School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences is all about making an impact.
The gift establishes the Jeff '84 and Karen '82 Camm Endowed Professorship in Data Science and Decision Intelligence, a way for the couple more
CMU's Robotics Innovation Center Secures FieldAI as Inaugural Corporate Tenant
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Feb. 23 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news:
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CMU's Robotics Innovation Center Secures FieldAI as Inaugural Corporate Tenant
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Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Innovation Center (opens in new window) (RIC) has secured its first corporate tenant, bringing the high-growth robotics unicorn FieldAI (opens in new window) to the university's new research facility at Hazelwood Green.
The move, announced ahead of the facility's formal opening more
Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview - Week of February 23, 2026
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview - Week of February 23, 2026
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Here's what to watch for from House Republican committees during the week:
Appropriations
On Tuesday, February 24, the Subcommittee on National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs will hold an oversight hearing called "National Endowment for Democracy."
Armed Services
On Tuesday, Februa more
Credit unions face rising fraud threats
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news:
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Credit unions face rising fraud threats
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The rise in artificial intelligence (AI) and other tools can enable scammers with little technical expertise, heightening the risk faced by credit union members. The America's Credit Unions blog is highlighting ways credit unions can combat fraud and bolster cybersecurity in 2026.
These threats include fraud using:
* AI-powered deepfake more
DAF exploring lease opportunities for data centers in Alaska
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news:
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DAF exploring lease opportunities for data centers in Alaska
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The Department of the Air Force is gauging general interest in offering land for lease for large-scale commercial-use data center construction at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Eielson Air Force Base or Clear Space Force Station, all in Alaska.
The potential data centers would also include associated utility infrastructure an more
Diamond owl swoops in with new method to keep electronics cool
HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 23 -- Rice University posted the following news release:
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Diamond owl swoops in with new method to keep electronics cool
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At Rice University, a research lab's signature keepsake helped perfect a method for growing patterned diamond surfaces that could help decrease operating temperatures in electronics by 23 degrees Celsius.
"In the world of electronics, heat is the enemy," said Xiang Zhang, assistant research professor of materials science and nanoengineering at more
Disaster risk runs high in unincorporated areas
ARLINGTON, Texas, Feb. 23 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release:
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Disaster risk runs high in unincorporated areas
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Just miles from downtown Dallas, Sand Branch-an unincorporated community that lacks potable water and basic infrastructure-faces some of the region's greatest risks when disaster strikes.
That reality is at the center of new research led by Ariadna Reyes Sanchez and Malini Roy, assistant professors of public affairs and planning at more
DLA leadership emphasizes AI, partnerships as critical to warfighter readiness
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Logistics Agency issued the following news:
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DLA leadership emphasizes AI, partnerships as critical to warfighter readiness
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"AI is the new gunpowder," declared Defense Logistics Agency Director Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly, offering a prediction on the future of military logistics.
Speaking at the National Defense Industrial Association's annual logistics forum Feb. 17, Simerly underscored the crit more
Equiturn Holdings earns No. 1 spot on FSU's 2026 Seminole 100 list
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 23 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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Equiturn Holdings earns No. 1 spot on FSU's 2026 Seminole 100 list
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Equiturn Holdings Inc., a global financial advisory and capital-markets platform, has earned the No. 1 spot on the 2026 Seminole 100 list as the fastest-growing business owned or led by Florida State University alumni.
Led by FSU alumnus Joshua Orlinsky (B.S. '13), the company was recognized Saturday, Feb. 21, during the ninth annua more
FSU'S 2026 Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Expo explores latest applications for technology across industries
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 23 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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FSU'S 2026 Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Expo explores latest applications for technology across industries
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This week, Florida State University will bring together experts on artificial intelligence and machine learning to explore the role of agentic AI -a type of AI that performs tasks and adapts to change with little human intervention -across industries including medicine, finance, more
Inova becomes first health system to implement new GE HealthCare MRI technology designed to advance cardiac imaging
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 23 [Category: Health Care] -- G.E. HealthCare posted the following news release:
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Inova becomes first health system to implement new GE HealthCare MRI technology designed to advance cardiac imaging
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FAIRFAX, VA - February 23, 2026 - Inova was the first health system in the world to implement GE HealthCare's (Nasdaq: GEHC) SIGNA(tm) Sprint Elite 1, a next-generation MRI system developed to advance cardiac, oncologic and pediatric imaging, as well as imaging for p more
KBR Awarded Transformational Oil Development Project in Iraq
HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 23 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release:
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KBR Awarded Transformational Oil Development Project in Iraq
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HOUSTON, February 23, 2026 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today that it has been awarded a major contract by Basra Oil Company (BOC) to provide Integrated Field Management Services (IFMS) for the gigantic Majnoon Oil Field. Located in southern Iraq, Majnoon is one of more
Media Tip Sheet: 2026 State Of The Union To Address The Economy, Immigration And More
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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Media Tip Sheet: 2026 State Of The Union To Address The Economy, Immigration And More
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WASHINGTON (February 23, 2026) - President Donald Trump is set to address Americans and Congress during his first State of the Union in his second term Tuesday night. The president is expected to touch on the country's economic growth amid concerns about the cost of living and trade policies. Issues such as immigration an more
Media Tip Sheet: Pentagon Threatens "Supply Chain Risk" Label Over AI Guardrails
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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Media Tip Sheet: Pentagon Threatens "Supply Chain Risk" Label Over AI Guardrails
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WASHINGTON (February 23, 2026) - Anthropic holds a $200 million contract with the Department of Defense which allows the company to work within the Pentagon's classified networks; however, following Anthropic's hesitation to the use of its' product in the Maduro operation, that contract is under threat.
Under the Pentagon's more
Montana State University Library Offers New Tool to Help Libraries With AI Use
BOZEMAN, Montana, Feb. 23 -- Montana State University issued the following news:
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Montana State University Library offers new tool to help libraries with AI use
By Anne Cantrell, MSU News Service
As libraries grapple with how to use artificial intelligence tools in responsible and ethical ways, Montana State University Library researchers are offering a new, free resource to help those institutions make decisions about AI that align with their values.
"Viewfinder: A toolkit for values- more
MSU's Garrison named Truman Scholar finalist
STARKVILLE, Mississippi, Feb. 23 -- Mississippi State University posted the following news:
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MSU's Garrison named Truman Scholar finalist
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Contact: Mary Pollitz
STARKVILLE, Miss.-A Mississippi State aerospace engineering and mathematics junior is the university's 2026 national finalist for the Harry S. Truman Scholarship.
Evan Garrison, a Louis A. Hurst Jr. Presidential Scholar from Webb City, Missouri, is among the U.S. finalists for the premier graduate scholarship for students p more
NAM Tour Highlights How Tax Reform Fuels Growth in North Carolina
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 [Category: Business] -- The National Association of Manufacturers issued the following news release:
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NAM Tour Highlights How Tax Reform Fuels Growth in North Carolina
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2026 NAM State of Manufacturing Tour Stops in Charlotte and Concord, North Carolina
CHARLOTTE - The National Association of Manufacturers-official partner of America250-in partnership with the North Carolina Chamber, continued its 2026 NAM State of Manufacturing Tour today in Charlotte and Concord, more
New Data Center Announced; SWEPCO Role Cited in Supporting Local Economic Growth
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 23 [Category: BizEnergy] -- American Electric Power Corp. posted the following news release:
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New Data Center Announced; SWEPCO Role Cited in Supporting Local Economic Growth
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For more information visit SWEPCO.com/ready or the NLEP project site NLEP.org/AWS
SHREVEPORT, La. (Feb. 23, 2026) - Southwestern Electric Power Co. (SWEPCO) announced a new data center investment from Amazon that company leaders describe as the most significant economic development win Nort more
New Flood Insurance Program Aims to Close Coverage Gap for Homeowners
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 23 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Nationwide Mutual Insurance issued the following news:
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New Flood Insurance Program Aims to Close Coverage Gap for Homeowners
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Nearly 96% of U.S. households lack flood insurance 1, despite flood being one of the most frequent and costly natural disasters in the country. A new flood insurance program is working to change that.
Titan Flood, an AI-enabled flood insurance platform is now offering private residential flood coverage in pa more
Ole Obermann '93, Global Head of Music at Apple, to Deliver Colgate University's 2026 Commencement Address
HAMILTON, New York, Feb. 23 -- Colgate University posted the following news:
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Ole Obermann '93, Global Head of Music at Apple, to Deliver Colgate University's 2026 Commencement Address
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Ole Obermann '93, global head of music at Apple, will deliver the commencement address at Colgate University's 2026 Commencement on Sunday, May 17.
Obermann has spent more than three decades in senior leadership roles across the global music industry, championing artists through periods of profound te more
OLLI at MSU to Host March 13 Forum on AI Use in Education
BOZEMAN, Montana, Feb. 23 -- Montana State University issued the following news:
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OLLI at MSU to host March 13 forum on AI use in education
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Montana State University will host its monthly Friday Forum on March 13, titled "AI in Education: Friend or Foe?" The event will take place from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Zoom and is free and open to the public.
In an era of emerging artificial intelligence, it is important to examine how children and adults are more
Penn State Dickinson Law joins Harvey's Law School Partnership Program
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, Feb. 23 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news:
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Penn State Dickinson Law joins Harvey's Law School Partnership Program
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CARLISLE, Pa.-Penn State Dickinson Law's Montague Law Library has partnered with Harvey, a legal domain-specific generative artificial intelligence (AI) platform used by many Fortune 500 companies and law firms, to support professional judgment and traditional workflows for students, staff, and facul more
Private Equity Stakeholder Project Says Carlyle, Quantum Pursue Lukoil Overseas Oil and Gas Assets
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 23 [Category: Business] -- The Private Equity Stakeholder Project issued the following news:
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Private equity firms vying for Russian oil and gas assets
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Major U.S. private equity firms are jockeying to pick up Russian oil major Lukoil's overseas fossil fuel assets. Under pressure to sell due to Western sanctions, The Carlyle Group has reached a tentative deal to purchase most of Lukoil's international oil and gas assets, which include oil fields in multiple coun more
Reclaiming harsh habitats with black soldier fly larvae
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Feb. 23 -- Texas A&M University posted the following news:
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Reclaiming harsh habitats with black soldier fly larvae
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Extreme environments -on Earth and beyond -limit human habitation due to high levels of contaminants in the soil, making it difficult for food production. With instrumental funding from the WoodNext Foundation, researchers from Texas A&M University hope to rehabilitate extreme environments by integrating entomology, robotics, artificial intelligen more
Rice and Lehigh partner with global industry leaders to revolutionize catastrophe modeling
HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 23 -- Rice University posted the following news release:
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Rice and Lehigh partner with global industry leaders to revolutionize catastrophe modeling
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By Raji Natarajan
Special to Rice News
The Consortium for Enhancing Resilience and Catastrophe Modeling (CERCat) -a landmark partnership between Lehigh University and Rice University -convened at Rice Feb. 5-6 for its semiannual meeting.
Established in April 2025, CERCat is a dynamic research hub uniting academ more
Students Help Develop Proto, a New AI Education Platform
CEDARVILLE, Ohio, Feb. 23 -- Cedarville University posted the following news:
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Students Help Develop Proto, a New AI Education Platform
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by Cara Ramer, Student Public Relations Writer
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly common in homes and classrooms, the question is not whether children will interact with it, but who is shaping those systems, with what values and for what purpose.
The Role of AI in Christian Education
Many parents and educators are concerned abo more
Supercomputing research at KSU speeds up the path to scientific discovery
KENNESAW, Georgia, Feb. 23 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release:
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Supercomputing research at KSU speeds up the path to scientific discovery
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From space exploration to artificial intelligence, modern scientific breakthroughs depend on moving large amounts of data quickly. At Kennesaw State University, Associate Professor of Information Technology Xuechen Zhang is developing new methods to help supercomputers process information faster.
Zhang's work aims to del more
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Feb. 23 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news:
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Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
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Hello Team FCPS,
Wow, I continue to be so concerned about the Groundhog predictions :>)!! Hoping that whatever you are enjoying this evening, you are staying warm. So many exciting and poignant Olympic moments these past several weeks. I remain inspired by so many incredible performances, whether or not they won gold... each athlete and their experience is more
Thousands of early modern Japanese books from UCLA, Berkeley, UCSF to be digitized in Yanai Initiative project
LOS ANGELES, California, Feb. 23 -- The University of California posted the following news release:
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Thousands of early modern Japanese books from UCLA, Berkeley, UCSF to be digitized in Yanai Initiative project
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Key takeaways
* Thousands of early modern Japanese books and manuscripts from the libraries of UCLA, UC Berkeley and UC San Francisco are being digitized to create a resource that will be accessible to scholars around the world.
* The digital archive, which could ultimat more
U.S. Adds 58 GWh of New Energy Storage Capacity in 2025, Largest Single Year of New Battery Capacity on Record
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 [Category: Energy] -- The Solar Energy Industries Association issued the following news release:
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NEW REPORT: U.S. Adds 58 GWh of New Energy Storage Capacity in 2025, Largest Single Year of New Battery Capacity on Record
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -The U.S. energy storage industry installed a record-shattering 57.6 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of new capacity in 2025, the largest single year of new battery capacity additions on record. Despite actions in Washington targeting clean e more
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Launches Mountain West Community Engagement Office at University of Utah
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- John A. Squires, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, signed an agreement to launch the Mountain West Community Engagement Office during remarks at the University of Utah campus on Feb. 20, 2026.
Squires said the office will expand the agency's community engagement model by providing regional support for inventors, entrepreneurs and students seeking patent and trademark protection, and by strengthenin more
UCF Launches $3.5 Billion Go For Launch Campaign to Expand Opportunity, Innovation and Impact
ORLANDO, Florida, Feb. 23 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news:
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UCF Launches $3.5 Billion Go For Launch Campaign to Expand Opportunity, Innovation and Impact
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UCF announced on Feb. 21, the public launch of Go For Launch: The Campaign for UCF's Next Mission, a bold, $3.5 billion comprehensive campaign designed to accelerate discovery, expand opportunity and position UCF to lead Florida and the nation into the next era of impact.
Spanning multiple years, Go F more
UK, Microsoft to host campuswide 'Cats AI in Action' showcase
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, Feb. 23 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news:
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UK, Microsoft to host campuswide 'Cats AI in Action' showcase
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This Thursday, the University of Kentucky will host "Cats AI in Action," an artificial intelligence (AI) showcase in partnership with Microsoft -the first corporate partner of the Advancing Kentucky Together Network. For the first time, students, faculty and staff from across the institution who have engaged in AI will come together in on more
University of Michigan: AI Energy Use - Tools Show Which Model Consumes the Most Power, and Why
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Feb. 23 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:
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AI energy use: New tools show which model consumes the most power, and why
Software can help developers assess AI model energy use, which is necessary to lower costs and strain on the grid
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AI users and developers can now measure the amount of electricity various AI models consume to complete tasks with open-source software and an online leaderboard developed at the University of Michigan.
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UTIA and UT Knoxville Research Teams Will Develop Automated Compost Monitoring System
KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Feb. 23 -- The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture issued the following news release:
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UTIA and UT Knoxville Research Teams Will Develop Automated Compost Monitoring System
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New sensor network with AI robots will improve composting safety and efficiency
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -Composting turns organic waste into nutrient-rich material, but improper temperature and moisture control can allow pathogens to survive and increase safety risks. Researchers at th more
UTulsa awarded $12.6M for research projects in AI, cyber, energy
TULSA, Oklahoma, Feb. 23 -- The University of Tulsa posted the following news:
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UTulsa awarded $12.6M for research projects in AI, cyber, energy
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The University of Tulsa has received four federal appropriations supporting major research initiatives that will strengthen the nation's energy resilience, advance next-generation materials and manufacturing and position Oklahoma as a hub for secure autonomous-systems innovation. These awards will expand UTulsa's pilot-scale research infrastr more
Vanderbilt co-hosts inaugural Defense Tech Leadership Summit in West Palm Beach
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Feb. 23 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news release:
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Vanderbilt co-hosts inaugural Defense Tech Leadership Summit in West Palm Beach
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Vanderbilt University co-hosted the inaugural Defense Tech Leadership Summit in West Palm Beach, Florida, convening leaders from business, government, defense and academia in a city emerging as a hub for defense and high-technology innovation.
The summit was co-hosted by Vanderbilt, Related Ross and Amazon Web Serv more
Victory! High school clears publication of stalled student articles after FIRE's intervention
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 23 -- The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression posted the following news release:
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Victory! High school clears publication of stalled student articles after FIRE's intervention
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Peruse stories produced by high school student journalists for The Torch at Pine View School in Sarasota, Florida, and you'll find articles detailing walkouts, the importance of voting, and criticism of public officials.
Torch staffers Ava Lenerz and Alex Lieberman more
WGA East Members at Hearst Magazines Ratify Second Union Contract
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO Writers Guild of America East issued the following news release:
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WGA East Members at Hearst Magazines Ratify Second Union Contract
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NEW YORK, NY (February 23, 2026) - Writers Guild of America East (WGAE) members at Hearst Magazines and management reached a deal on their second three-year collective bargaining agreement. The contract was overwhelmingly ratified with 98% approval by the 410-member bargaining unit.
The contract establi more
WKU Graduate Student to Present Innovative AI Research
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, Feb. 23 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news:
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WKU Graduate Student to Present Innovative AI Research
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Western Kentucky University's commitment to applied research will lead Grant Logan, a graduate student in the MAT-TESOL (Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) program, to present at two conferences this spring. Logan will share his research on the intersections of language history, prescriptivism, and artificial more
Questions that Matter: Lessons on the good life from a Star Trek opera-in-progress
SANTA CRUZ, California, Feb. 22 -- The University of California Santa Cruz campus issued the following news:
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Questions that Matter: Lessons on the good life from a Star Trek opera-in-progress
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For the past decade, an eclectic group of professors, staff members, and show-business professionals has been working hard to bring a Star Trek opera to vibrant life. Now, they are inviting the public to delve more deeply into the philosophical heart of their interstellar project.
Their talk, more
Sharon AI & Cisco Launch Cisco Secure AI Factory with NVIDIA
SAN JOSE, California, Feb. 22 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Cisco Systems issued the following news release:
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Sharon AI & Cisco Launch Cisco Secure AI Factory with NVIDIA
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News summary
* Cisco and Sharon AI launch Australia's first Cisco Secure AI Factory with NVIDIA, providing secure, high-performance AI infrastructure with all data processing remaining in the country.
* Powered by 1024 NVIDIA Blackwell Ultra GPUs, Cisco's UCS servers and Nexus Hyperfabric technology, it more
As AIPAC and Billionaires Pour Millions Into Chicago Races, Sunrise Announces Endorsement of Junaid Ahmed in IL-8
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Sunrise Movement issued the following news release:
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As AIPAC and Billionaires Pour Millions Into Chicago Races, Sunrise Announces Endorsement of Junaid Ahmed in IL-8
Chicago, Illinois -- Today, Sunrise Movement announced the endorsement of Junaid Ahmed for Congress in Illinois' Eighth Congressional District.
Junaid Ahmed has emerged as a bold voice for working people in IL-8, rejecting corporate PAC money and standing up to the same entrenched forces that ha more
State Dept. Issues Readout of Secretary Rubio Meeting With UAE Deputy P.M. Al Nahyan
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following readout by Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott on Secretary Marco Rubio's meeting with United Arab Emirates Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan:
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio met today with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The Secretary and the Foreign Minister discussed the Board of Peace and the ongoing implementatio more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Federal Contract Set-Asides for Small Businesses Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12852) on Feb. 20, 2026, by R. Corinne Blackford, small business and economic development policy analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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Federal Contract Set-Asides for Small Businesses
Introduction
Provisions of the Small Business Act authorize or, in some cases, require federal agencies to provide small businesses a preference when making a contract award. Preferences for small b more
Sole-Source Contracts for Small Businesses Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12853) on Feb. 20, 2026, by R. Corinne Blackford, small business and economic development policy analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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Sole-Source Contracts for Small Businesses
Introduction
Provisions of the Small Business Act authorize (and, in some cases, require) federal agencies to provide small businesses a preference when making a contract award. Preferences for small busi more
Venezuela's Natural Gas Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12448) on Feb. 19, 2026, by Latin American affairs specialist Clare Ribando Seelke.
Here are excerpts:
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Venezuela's Natural Gas: Opportunity Knocks?
The capture and arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on January 3, 2026, and the formation of an interim government working with U.S. officials have renewed possibilities for developing Venezuela's hydrocarbons. Foll more
Yemen - Conflict, Red Sea Security & U.S. Policy Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12581) on Feb. 20, 2026, by Middle Eastern affairs specialist Christopher M. Blanchard.
Here are excerpts:
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Yemen: Conflict, Red Sea Security and U.S. Policy
Yemen is a conflict-afflicted nation along the strategic Bab al Mandab Strait, one of the world's most active shipping lanes. Since 2015, a civil war has pitted the Iran-backed Houthi movement against Yemen's interna more
Agriculture and Related Agencies - FY2026 Appropriations Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48564) on Feb. 17, 2026, entitled "Agriculture and Related Agencies: FY2026 Appropriations" by agricultural policy specialist Jim Monke.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act (Agriculture appropriations) funds the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - except for the U.S. Forest Service - an more
Artemis - NASA's Program to Return Humans to the Moon Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11643) on Feb. 18, 2026, by Rachel Lindbergh, science and technology policy analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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Artemis: NASA's Program to Return Humans to the Moon
Between 1969 and 1972, the Apollo program of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) landed 12 American men on the Moon and returned them safely to Earth (see Figure 1). Since then, no human has been more
Supreme Court Appointment Process - Consideration by the Senate Judiciary Committee Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44236) on Feb. 17, 2026, entitled "Supreme Court Appointment Process: Consideration by the Senate Judiciary Committee" by American national government analyst Barry J. McMillion.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The appointment of a Supreme Court Justice is an event of major significance in American politics. Each appointment is of consequence because of the enormous judicial power the Supre more
Supreme Court Appointment Process - Consideration by the Senate Judiciary Committee Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44236) on Feb. 17, 2026, entitled "Supreme Court Appointment Process - Consideration by the Senate Judiciary Committee:"
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Hearings
Supreme Court nominations since 1949 have routinely received public confirmation hearings before either the Senate Judiciary Committee or a Judiciary subcommittee./38 In 1955, hearings on the Supreme Court nomination of John M. more
U.S. District Court Nominees Confirmed During the First Year of the Second Trump Presidency Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12659) on Feb. 18, 2026, by American national government analyst Barry J. McMillion.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. District Court Nominees Confirmed During the First Year of the Second Trump Presidency: Comparative Overview and Statistics
This Insight provides information related to the number of U.S. district court nominees confirmed during the first calendar year of the secon more
U.S. Interest in Seabed Mining in Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12608) on Feb. 18, 2026, by natural resources policy specialist Caitlin Keating-Bitonti:
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U.S. Interest in Seabed Mining in Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction: Brief Background and Recent Developments
In 1980, Congress passed the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act (DSHMRA; 30 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.1401 et seq.) as an interim measure to allow the United States to proceed with more
United Nations Issues - Appointing the UN Secretary-General Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10454) on Feb. 18, 2026, by international relations specialist Luisa Blanchfield.
Here are excerpts:
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United Nations Issues: Appointing the UN Secretary-General
The 10th United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) is expected to be appointed in late 2026. The UN Security Council and UN General Assembly are considering possible candidates as the second five-year term of curren more
FDA Oversight of General Wellness Products Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12657) on Feb. 17, 2026, by health policy specialist Amanda K. Sarata.
Here are excerpts:
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FDA Oversight of General Wellness Products
General wellness products, and particularly noninvasive, wearable sensing technologies, have proliferated in recent years. These products may be used for a variety of wellness applications, include products like smartwatches and rings, and i more
History, Evolution & Practices of the President's State of the Union Address Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44770) on Feb. 17, 2026, entitled "History, Evolution and Practices of the President's State of the Union Address: Frequently Asked Questions" by senior research librarian Maria Kreiser and Congress and legislative process specialist Michael Greene:
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Summary
The State of the Union address is a communication from the President to Congress in which the chief executive reports on the curren more
Internal Revenue Service Standard Mileage Rates Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12320) on Feb. 17, 2026, by public finance analysts Anthony A. Cilluffo and Brendan McDermott.
Here are excerpts:
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Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Standard Mileage Rates
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provides standard mileage rates as optional methods for taxpayers to substantiate their transportation expenses. This Insight reviews how the standard mileage rates are s more
Smithsonian Institution - Selected Legislation, 119th Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12987) on Feb. 17, 2026, by American national government specialist R. Eric Petersen:
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Smithsonian Institution: Selected Legislation, 119th Congress
The Smithsonian Institution is a complex of museum, education, research, and revenue-generating entities primarily located in the Washington, DC, region, with additional facilities and activities across the United States and w more
Violence Against Members of Congress, Their Families & Staff - Policy Responses Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13167) on Feb. 17, 2026.
The white paper is written by American national government specialist R. Eric Petersen, senior research librarian Jennifer E. Manning and research assistant Jennifer E. Manning:
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Violence Against Members of Congress, Their Families and Staff: Policy Responses
The personal security and safety of Members of Congress, their families, and their staff more
African Growth & Opportunity Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10149) on Feb. 17, 2026, by Liana Wong, international trade and finance analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA)
Overview
What is AGOA? The African Growth and Opportunity Act (P.L. 106-200, as amended) created a nonreciprocal U.S. trade preference program, also referred to as AGOA, to provide duty-free access to the U.S. market for most expo more
Career & Technical Education Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47166) entitled "Career and Technical Education: A Primer" by education policy specialists Cassandria Dortch and Rebecca R. Skinner.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Career and technical education (CTE), sometimes referred to as vocational education, provides secondary and postsecondary education students with the skills and knowledge required for specific jobs or fields of work. CTE is a ke more
Career & Technical Education Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47166) entitled "Career and Technical Education - A Primer:"
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CTE Program Challenges
This section discusses challenges that CTE program providers have experienced with program delivery, increasing student access, and replicating evidence-based practices, as well as resources that have been used to address these challenges./31
Delivery, Access, and Replicati more
Federal Prosecutorial Discretion - Brief Overview Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11326) on Feb. 17, 2026, by legislative attorney Cassandra J. Barnum:
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Federal Prosecutorial Discretion: A Brief Overview
From broad law enforcement priorities embraced by different presidential Administrations to individual choices by Department of Justice (DOJ) attorneys about what charges to bring in specific cases, the executive branch wields more
Proposals to Limit Member of Congress Financial Activities Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48641) on Feb. 2, 2026, entitled "Proposals to Limit Member of Congress Financial Activities: Analysis of Introduced Legislation in the 119th Congress" by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
In recent years, some Members of Congress have proposed reforms that would prohibit the purchase, sale, or ownership of certain financial instruments by Members of Congr more
Women's History Month Speech Resources Topic of CRS Fact Sheet
WASHINGTON, Feb. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following fact sheet (No. R45125) on Feb. 17, 2026, by Elizabeth C. Larson, senior knowledge management librarian.
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Women's History Month Speech Resources: Fact Sheet
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Introduction ... 1
History ... 1
Legislation ... 1
Related CRS Products ... 2
Selected Speeches and Recognitions ... 2
Selected Presidential Proclamations ... 2
Government Resources ... 3
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Author Info more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding Urges FDA to Simplify Compounding Drug Regulations
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration addressing regulatory challenges surrounding compounded drugs. The organization argued that the MOU mandated by a 1997 statute should apply only to distributions of compounded drugs and not to patient specific dispensing.
In its correspondence, APC emphasized the need for the FDA to develop a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that strictly adheres to the st more
American Drone Backs FAA Exemption For Industrial Spraying Operations
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- American Drone submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration supporting a petition for exemption from Remnant Technology Inc. The organization argues that broader authorization for hazardous material spraying in structural and industrial settings would improve worker safety and expand commercial drone applications.
American Drone, specializing in heavy-lift UAS operations, highlights the limitations of current regulations that restrict drone spr more
Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network Opposes Proposed Rule on Medicaid Funding for Gender-Affirming Care
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network, Lincoln, Nebraska, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing opposition to a proposed rule that would restrict Medicaid funding for gender-affirming procedures for children. The organization describes this rule as a politicization of healthcare and argues that it has detrimental implications for marginalized communities.
AWN is a national nonprofit dedicated to advocating fo more
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers & Trainmen Advocates for Safety Enhancements Associated With Positive Train Control
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration. The letter addresses the Belt Railway Company of Chicago's request for amendments to its positive train control (PTC) system, which includes proposed temporary outages for maintenance.
In their letter, the BLET expressed an interest in safety, not only for locomotive engineers but for the entire rail network in the United States. The organizat more
Center for Reproductive Rights Opposes Proposed Rule on Medicaid Gender-Affirming Care
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Center for Reproductive Rights, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services voicing opposition to a proposed rule that seeks to prohibit federal funding for gender-affirming care for children and youth. This proposed regulation could restrict access to critical healthcare services for transgender youth enrolled in Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program.
The C more
Central Council of Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes Oppose Changes To Federal Subsistence Governance In Alaska
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Central Council of Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior and the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding the program review of Subsistence Management for Public Lands in Alaska under the Federal Subsistence Regulations. The Tribe urged to preserve and strengthen subsistence protections mandated by Title VIII of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act.
The letter highlighted the his more
CMS Proposals Draw Criticism From Pediatric Bioethicists Over HHS Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services (CMS) is facing backlash regarding proposed changes to Medicaid funding for gender-affirming procedures for minors, as conveyed in a public comment letter submitted by a coalition of pediatric bioethicists. The proposed rules are based on a report released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) entitled "Treatment of Pediatric Gender Dysphoria," which the authors characterize as significantly flawed in ethical re more
Colorado Association of Nurse Anesthesiology Urges Inclusion of Nurse Anesthesia Degrees as Professional Degrees
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Colorado Association of Nurse Anesthesiology has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging the inclusion of nurse anesthesia degrees, specifically the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) and PhD, as professional degrees in its proposed rule regarding the definition of professional degrees.
In the letter, the organization emphasizes that CRNAs undergo rigorous education and training, culminatin more
Comment letter Advocates For Continued Access To Gender-Affirming Care
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, advocating for the preservation of gender-affirming care for transgender individuals. The counselor, who specializes in working with nonbinary adults, emphasizes the critical role that comprehensive and affirming healthcare plays in improving mental health outcomes among this population.
The letter highlights the alarming trend of government overreach and its impact on mental health, particularly more
Comment Letter Seeks Clarification on CPE Audit Protocols
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), requesting clarification on various points related to compliance program audits and the associated protocols. The letter addresses concerns about the requirements for annual independent auditor evaluations and seeks to confirm expectations given recent changes.
In its correspondence, the organization questions whether there remains a requirement to conduct an annual Compliance Program Effective more
Comment Raises Concerns Over VA's Interim Final Rule on Disability Ratings
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A letter from a has raised serious concerns regarding the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) interim final rule related to how medication effects are assessed in disability ratings. The public comment letter, submitted amid the rule's implementation, outlines various issues that necessitate deeper investigation and clarity from the agency.
The organization asserts that the rule marks a substantial interpretative shift in the evaluation process of disability severit more
Concerns Raised Over Federal Rule Impacting Pediatric Transgender Healthcare
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter was submitted to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing deep concerns regarding a recent federal rule related to pediatric transgender healthcare. The letter highlights how the rule contradicts America's historical commitment to scientific excellence and urges the government to encourage further research in this underexplored field.
The organization asserts that the justifications for the federal rule lack a foundation rooted i more
Concerns Raised Over Proposed CMS Regulations on Gender-Affirming Care
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter submitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has ignited significant concern regarding the agency's proposed regulations that could restrict Medicare and Medicaid funding for gender-affirming care. The letter, authored by a trans woman with a background in transgender youth medical care and biology, expresses deep apprehension about the implications of the proposed rule and the methods of justification used by the agency.
The l more
Consumer Groups Urge Improvements To Consumer Product Safety Commission Safety Database
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Consumer Federation of America, Consumer Reports and Safe Infant Sleep have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission urging to preserve and strengthen its publicly available consumer product safety information database, SaferProducts.gov, as part of a review under Docket No. CPSC-2010-0041.
Over the past 15 years, SaferProducts.gov has become an essential resource, significantly influencing consumer behavior by providing early warni more
Diagnostic Imaging Interoperability Standards Under Scrutiny
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- In a public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, an advocate raised concerns regarding the evolving role of diagnostic imaging in behavioral health assessment and treatment. The correspondence emphasizes the critical intersection of technology advancements, particularly artificial intelligence, with potential legal and ethical implications for patient privacy.
The organization highlights that while imaging has not traditionally bee more
Downtown Boathouse Critiques Proposed Restrictions on Human Powered Vessels
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Downtown Boathouse Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Coast Guard regarding proposed rules that impact human powered vessels in Regulated Area B. The organization raises concerns about restrictions that may hinder their operations during a critical time.
In the letter, Downtown Boathouse highlights the significance of their programming, which includes a walk-up free kayaking initiative, tailored to serve diverse communities including youth and underser more
Edison Electric Institute Supports for Florida Power & Light's UAS Exemption Grows
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration showing support for Florida Power & Light Company's (FPL) petition for exemption. EEI emphasizes the critical need for reliable electric service and rapid infrastructure recovery in the face of extreme weather.
The letter details how FPL's petition is well-founded, demonstrating a comprehensive safety case that meets FAA expect more
Empire Offshore Wind Raises Concerns Over Proposed Marine Planning Impacting Energy Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Empire Offshore Wind LLC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Coast Guard addressing proposed safety and vessel management measures tied to the July 2026 Sail 4th 250 International Naval Review in the Port of New York and New Jersey. The company raises concerns that portions of the proposed staging and spectator zones may intersect with the Empire Wind 1 submarine export cable and related offshore energy infrastructure.
In its letter, Empire Offshore Wind emphasi more
Environmental Defense Fund Raises Concerns Over PHMSA's Enforcement Policy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) has submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) expressing concerns regarding changes to the enforcement policy. This letter addresses PHMSA's notice of applications for modifications to three permits published in the Federal Register on Feb. 2, 2026.
The EDF argues that under current statutes, PHMSA is authorized to issue special permits only after a thorough safety analysis more
Environmental Defense Fund Raises Concerns Over PHMSA's Special Permit Actions
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) has submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) expressing concerns regarding special permit actions related to hazardous materials.
In the letter, EDF outlines the statutory authority granted to PHMSA, allowing the agency to issue, modify, or terminate special permits that allow variances from applicable laws and regulations for the transportation of hazardous materials. The more
Equality Federation Opposes Proposed Rule on Transgender Care in Medicaid
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Equality Federation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services opposing a proposed rule that would prohibit federal Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program funding for gender affirming care for minors.
The letter highlights that the rule aims to misuse federal funding as a means to discriminate against transgender youth and their families, undermining the agency's mission of more
Federal Subsistence Management Program Under Scrutiny Amid Calls for Protection
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Ahtna region's rural communities are raising alarms regarding the potential weakening of federal protections for subsistence practices, as articulated in a public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of the Interior's Office of the Secretary. The letter emphasizes the importance of maintaining the Federal Subsistence Management Program (FSMP) and Federal Subsistence Board (FSB) to uphold the rural subsistence priorities established under the Alaska National more
HLN Consulting Voices Concerns Over Proposed Health IT Rule Changes
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- HLN Consulting LLC has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology regarding the proposed HTI-5 draft rule. The firm expressed apprehensions that the proposed regulatory changes could complicate interoperability within the public health landscape.
In its letter, HLN Consulting conveyed its belief that, contrary to the proposed aims, the draft regulations may detr more
Humana Raises Concerns Over Proposed CMS Changes to Prior Authorization and Data Entry Protocols
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Humana Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding proposed changes to the CMS Plan Benefit Package and Formulary 2027 requirements, warning that certain prior authorization and data entry revisions could impose major operational burdens on Medicare Advantage and Part D plans.
In its commentary, Humana expressed support for CMS's ongoing efforts to streamline prior auth more
Independent Beauty Association Calls for Clarity on Mandatory Cosmetics Recalls
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Independent Beauty Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration urging clearer standards and greater transparency in how the agency will interpret and implement its mandatory cosmetics recall authority under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act, particularly regarding evidentiary thresholds, risk assessments and procedural safeguards for small and mid-sized businesses.
Founded in 1974, IBA's membership consists of more
Manhattan Community Board 1 Seeks Exemption for Downtown Boathouse Amid Proposed Security Restrictions
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Manhattan Community Board 1 has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Coast Guard advocating for operational accommodations for the downtown boathouse in light of proposed security restrictions related to the upcoming Sail 4th 250 event. The community board emphasizes the importance of the boathouse's free public kayaking program, which is set to be impacted by the restrictions.
The proposed restrictions, scheduled from July 1 to July 9, would restrict human-p more
Maryland Commission on LGBTQIA+ Affairs Voices Opposition to Proposed Medicaid Funding Ban
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Maryland Commission on LGBTQIA+ Affairs has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing opposition to the proposed rule which seeks to prohibit federal Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program funding for certain medical procedures aimed at transgender and intersex children.
In its commentary, the commission outlines several key concerns regarding the proposed rule's implications. It argues that the term "sex-re more
Mass. Transgender Political Coalition Urges HHS To Withdraw Proposed Medicaid And CHIP Restrictions On Youth Gender Affirming Care
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services opposing a proposed rule that would bar the use of federal Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program funds for gender affirming healthcare for minors.
The coalition, which has been championing the rights of transgender, nonbinary, and gender-expansive individuals since 2001, argues that more
Middle States Commission on Higher Education Urges Education Department to Enhance E-Recognition System
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Middle States Commission on Higher Education has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education addressing the proposal for an extension of a currently approved information collection request related to the e-recognition system.
In its letter, MSCHE acknowledges the Department's invitation for feedback concerning various aspects of the proposed collection, including its necessity, timely processing, accuracy of burden estimates, and potential im more
National Immigration Forum Backs DHS Rule to Eliminate One-Year Departure Requirement for R-1 Religious Workers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The National Immigration Forum has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security expressing support for an interim final rule designed to improve continuity for religious organizations and their employees. This rule aims to alleviate challenges faced by R-1 nonimmigrant religious workers by removing the requirement for these individuals to remain outside the U.S. for one year after reaching their maximum stay period.
The Forum, a nonprofit more
Native Village of Afognak Opposes Changes to Federal Subsistence Management Program
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Native Village of Afognak submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior expressing opposition to proposals that could weaken, restructure or eliminate the Federal Subsistence Board (FSB) or the Office of Subsistence Management or the federal rural subsistence priority established under Title VIII of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act.
In their letter, the Native Village of Afognak underscored that the federal government has more
OPM Proposal Sparks Concerns Over Suitability Review Process
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has drawn scrutiny following its public comment letter requesting an independent administrative review process for adverse employment suitability decisions. This letter, submitted to OPM, indicates a contentious relationship between the agency and the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), with implications for federal employment practices and national security.
The OPM argues that the proposed changes are based on a need for clari more
Opposition Grows Against Proposed Ban on Gender-Affirming Care Funding
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A letter addressed to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has raised significant concerns regarding proposed regulations that would prohibit federal funding for gender-affirming procedures for children. The letter, sent by a concerned citizen and parent of a transgender child, argues that these proposed rules would not only deprive vulnerable populations of essential healthcare but also undermine the fundamental relationship between patients, families, a more
Opposition Mounts Against Medicaid Funding Ban for Gender-Affirming Care for Youth
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in opposition to a proposed rule that would prohibit federal Medicaid funding for gender-affirming medical interventions for youth up to 19 years old. The letter critiques the proposal as detrimental to the mental health and well-being of transgender youth, highlighting the contradictions between the proposed rule and established medical practices.
The proposed rule, labeled CMS-2451-P, contradi more
Opposition to Proposed Medicaid Restrictions on Gender-Affirming Care
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter issued by a Bloomington, Minnesota resident expresses strong opposition to proposed rule changes under 42 CFR Parts 441 and 457, CMS-2451-P, RIN 0938-AV73, which would prevent hospitals from receiving Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Fund (CHIP) funding if they provide gender-affirming care to minors. The letter was directed to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), highlighting concerns from families utilizing these services.
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Ore. Health Authority Raises Concerns Over Proposed Deregulatory Actions for Health Data Standards
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Oregon Health Authority Public Health Data Modernization Office has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Coordinator for Health Information Technology addressing proposed regulatory changes. The agency is scrutinizing deregulatory actions that could undermine health information technology standards, implementation specifications, certification criteria and certification programs tied to public health data exchan more
Partnership for Public Service Urges OPM to Strengthen Executive Development Programs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Partnership for Public Service has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) addressing the proposed rule which aims to enhance the recruitment and preparation of future leaders within the senior executive service in federal agencies.
The Partnership commends the proposed focus on the Candidate Development Programs (CDPs), recognizing their role in equipping future SES candidates with vital executive skills. However, it highlights c more
Proposed HHS Rule on Gender-Affirming Care Sparks Controversy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A recent public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has condemned the agency's proposed rule CMS-2451-P, which seeks to prohibit Medicare coverage for certain "sex-rejecting procedures for children." Critics argue that the rule represents a substantial governmental overreach that could inflict harm on American families while providing limited benefits.
The organization behind the letter asserts that while the HHS claims to ac more
Proposed Medicaid Regulations on Gender Affirming Care Face Opposition
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter from a national medical organization is voicing strong opposition to proposed regulations that would prohibit federal funding for gender affirming treatments under Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). The letter, addressed to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, stresses that medical decisions surrounding gender affirming care should remain in the hands of patients, their doctors, and parents of minors.
The orga more
Proposed Medicaid Rule Sparks Controversy Over Funding for Sex-Rejecting Procedures for Minors
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The organization's public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) outlines a strong opposition to the proposed rule CMS-2451-P, which seeks to prohibit federal funding for what the agency describes as "sex-rejecting procedures" (SRPs) for children. The letter details multiple concerns surrounding the potential impacts of the rule on medical care and children's rights across the country.
In the letter, the organization argues that the proposed more
Proposed Paddlecraft Ban for Historic Maritime Celebration Sparks Concerns
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter addressed to the U.S. Coast Guard has raised significant concerns over a proposed ban on human-powered boats during the upcoming SAIL 4th/International Naval Review (INR) 250 celebration scheduled for July in the Port of New York and New Jersey. The letter, submitted by a retired public school teacher and experienced kayaker, criticizes the decision to exclude paddlecraft and rowboats from a designated area for nine days, arguing that such a ban goe more
Proposed Rules on Gender-Affirming Care Draws Strong Opposition
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter from Hailey Greenstone has raised significant concerns regarding proposed rules CMS-3481-P and CMS-2451-P that may restrict access to gender-affirming care for transgender and gender-diverse youth. Greenstone, a future OB/GYN, emphasizes the need to protect the well-being of this vulnerable population, advocating against what she describes as harmful regulatory changes by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
In her letter, Greenstone more
Santa Cruz Community Health Centers Urges Withdrawal of Proposed Medicaid Funding Ban for Transgender Youth
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Santa Cruz Community Health Centers (SCCH) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding a proposed rule that would prohibit federal Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) funding for gender-affirming procedures for individuals under the age of 18 or 19.
The proposed rule aims to restrict funding for medically necessary gender-affirming care, including puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgeries. more
Support for 510(k) Exemption for Radiology AI Devices Grows Among Radiologists
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A recent public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) highlights the urgent need for a partial 510(k) exemption for radiology computer-aided detection (CADe), diagnosis (CADx), and triage (CADt) devices. The letter, authored by a practicing radiologist, underscores the pressing challenges facing medical imaging practices amidst increasing workloads and limited staffing resources.
The letter emphasizes how advancements in artificial intell more
Support for NOAA's Proposal on Fishing Permits Gains Momentum
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter submitted to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) emphasizes the importance of issuing Exempted Fishing Permits to North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. The initiative is viewed as a crucial step towards establishing a long-term, state-led management strategy for a vital recreational fishery in the region.
In the letter, the organization expresses concern over the current federal management measures for recreat more
Trump Administration's Attacks on Transgender Health Raise Major Concerns
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter submitted by a leading health advocacy organization has raised significant alarms regarding the ongoing attacks by the Trump administration on transgender health care. The letter was addressed to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and highlights the dire consequences of these policies on both domestic and global health initiatives.
The organization stresses that the recent executive order prohibiting funding for gender-affirming healt more
Veteran Appeals Proposed Reduction of Disability Evaluation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) opposing the proposed reduction of his service-connected disability evaluation. The veteran argues that the agency's assessment relied heavily on the effects of medication rather than the actual severity of his condition.
In the letter, Raynsford references a recent amendment to 38 C.F.R. Sec. 4.10, which addresses how veterans should be compensated for their disabilities. This amendment cla more
Veterans Advocate Opposes New VA Disability Rating Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter has raised serious concerns regarding an interim final rule amending the disability rating process administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The public comment letter, which expresses strong opposition to the rule published on February 17, 2026, argues that the changes will negatively impact millions of veterans.
Leach contends that the rule unfairly penalizes veterans who adhere to prescribed medical treatments by lowering their dis more
Veterans Group Opposes VA Rule Impacting Disability Ratings Based on Medication Use
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- A public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), expressing strong opposition to an interim final rule that proposes basing disability ratings on veterans' impairment levels with medication. The organization asserts that this rule undermines the true nature of veterans' service-connected disabilities by relying on the effects of medication rather than evaluating the actual severity of their conditions.
The organization argues that medications are n more
Wilderness Society Calls for Federal Oversight in Subsistence Management Review
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Wilderness Society has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Departments of the Interior and U.S. Departments of Agriculture expressing concerns about the proposed review of federal subsistence management regulations that affect public lands in Alaska.
The Wilderness Society emphasizes its long-standing commitment to the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA), particularly Title VIII, which establishes a mandatory subsistence priority for rur more
Federal Register Notices Tipoffs from TNS
Bureau of Safety & Environmental Enforcement Issues Information Collection Notice on Application for Permit to Modify & Supporting Documentation
WASHINGTON, Dec. 29 (TNSinfo) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement issued the following information collection:
Title of Collection: "Application for Permit to Modify (APM) and Supporting Documentation." (See 30 CFR 250.465.)
OMB Control Number: 1014-0026.
Form Number: BSEE-0124.
Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection.
Respondents/Affected Public: Potential respondents include Federal OCS oil, gas, and sulfur lessees and more
USDA Issues Information Collection Notice on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Reporting of Lottery & Gambling, & Resource Verification
WASHINGTON, Dec. 29 (TNSinfo) -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following information collection:
Title: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Reporting of Lottery and Gambling, and Resource Verification.
OMB Control Number: 0584-0621.
Summary of Collection: In accordance with section 4009 of the Agricultural Act of 2014, households in which members receive substantial lottery and gambling winnings are ineligible for SNAP until they meet allowable financial resources and i more
