3 U-M Faculty Members Elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 25 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:
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3 U-M faculty members elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences
Three University of Michigan faculty members have earned election to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences, one of the nation's most distinguished honors recognizing exceptional achievement across academic and professional fields.
The U-M fellows Rada Mihalcea, Derek Peterson and Nicholas Valentino join a 2026 class of 252 lea more
American Medical Women's Association: Equitable Medical Care Requires Attention to Health Disparities
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, April 25 -- The American Medical Women's Association issued the following statement on April 24, 2026:
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Equitable Medical Care Requires Attention to Health Disparities
The American Medical Women's Association affirms our commitment to advancing health equity and ensuring all patients have access to quality, evidence-based care. As healthcare rapidly evolves--with innovations in precision medicine, artificial intelligence, and data-driven care--it is essential that th more
Americans for Tax Reform: Examples of Good News Arising From Big Beautiful Bill's Full Business Expensing Provisions
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary by John Kartch:
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Examples of Good News Arising from Big Beautiful Bill's Full Business Expensing Provisions
In addition to across-the-board tax cuts for households, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed by President Trump on July 4 provides full business expensing for American businesses.
In their own words, U.S. employers describe the benefits of the expensing provisions in the bill:
Liberty Landscape Sup more
Chancellor King Celebrates Student Achievements at 2026 SUNY Undergraduate Research Conference
ALBANY, New York, April 25 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release:
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Chancellor King Celebrates Student Achievements at 2026 SUNY Undergraduate Research Conference
Annual Conference Convenes Undergraduate Students and Faculty Mentors to Present Student Research
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Syracuse, NY -- State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted undergraduate researchers during the 2026 SUNY Undergraduate Research Conference (SURC) held at SUNY Upst more
FAMU Scholars Selected for Prestigious MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 25 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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FAMU Scholars Selected for Prestigious MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship
By Laila Lynch, public relations intern
Two standout scholars from the Florida A&M University (FAMU) School of Journalism & Graphic Communication have been named to the prestigious 2026-27 HBCU Science Journalism Fellowship class at the Massachusetts Institute of Techn more
Grand Valley State University: College of Computing Initiative Focuses on Digital Skills Across Majors
ALLENDALE, Michigan, April 25 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news:
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College of Computing initiative focuses on digital skills across majors
By Brian Vernellis
When Diana Lawson, dean of the Seidman College of Business, speaks with CEOs and the region's business leaders, a recurring theme emerges as they discuss recruiting future talent.
"We hear over and over from them that they want students to have durable digital skills," Lawson said.
The College of Computi more
Harvard: Six Projects Chosen for Motsepe Presidential Research Accelerator Fund for Africa
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, April 25 -- Harvard University issued the following news:
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Six projects chosen for Motsepe Presidential Research Accelerator Fund for Africa
Six projects have been selected as the 2026 awardees for the Motsepe Presidential Research Accelerator Fund for Africa, announced by the Office of the Vice Provost for Research (OVPR) and the Office of the Vice Provost for International Affairs (OVPIA), in collaboration with the Harvard University Center for African Studies more
ICYMI - Politico: House Lawmakers Get a Chilling Demo of 'Jailbroken' AI
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Rep. Andrew Garbarino, R-New York, chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, issued the following news on April 24, 2026:
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ICYMI--Politico: House Lawmakers Get a Chilling Demo of 'Jailbroken' AI
House Republicans see inside the adversary's playbook
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This week, the House Committee on Homeland Security hosted a bipartisan, closed-door demonstration of "jailbroken" AI with presentations from the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) National Counterter more
ICYMI: Tech, Telecom Leaders Sound Alarm on Rising Cyber-Enabled Financial Crime by International Criminal Networks
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Rep. Andrew Garbarino, R-New York, chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, issued the following news:
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ICYMI: Tech, Telecom Leaders Sound Alarm on Rising Cyber-Enabled Financial Crime by International Criminal Networks
This week, the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement and the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection convened a hearing to examine how transnational criminal organizations are weaponizing emerging technologie more
Informa TechTarget to Present Customer Success Stories and AI Buyer Journey Solutions At Forrester's B2B Summit North America
NEWTON, Massachusetts, April 25 -- TechTarget, a provider of data-driven marketing services to business-to-business technology vendors, issued the following news release on April 23, 2026:
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Informa TechTarget to Present Customer Success Stories and AI Buyer Journey Solutions At Forrester's B2B Summit North America 2026
B2B technology leaders Iron Mountain and Tanium to showcase powerful GTM transformations supported by partnership with Informa TechTarget
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Informa TechTarget (Nasdaq: T more
Justice Department Intervenes in XAI Lawsuit Challenging Colorado's 'Algorithmic Discrimination' Law
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release:
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Justice Department Intervenes in xAI lawsuit Challenging Colorado's 'Algorithmic Discrimination' Law
The Justice Department moved to intervene in a lawsuit filed by artificial intelligence company xAI, challenging a new Colorado law that prohibits so-called "algorithmic discrimination." The Justice Department alleges that the Colorado law violates the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amend more
Record-Breaking Number of Barnard Students and Alumnae Awarded NSF Graduate Research Fellowships
NEW YORK, April 25 -- Barnard College issued the following news:
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Record-Breaking Number of Barnard Students and Alumnae Awarded NSF Graduate Research Fellowships
12 Barnard students and alumnae received support for graduate research from the U.S. National Science Foundation, and another nine earned honorable mentions for their remarkable potential in STEM fields.
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In April, a dozen Barnard College students and alumnae -- the highest number on record for the institution -- were select more
Related Digital Announces Financing for $16 Billion Oracle Data Center Project in Saline Township, Michigan
NEW YORK, April 25 -- The Related Companies L.P. issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Related Digital Announces Financing for $16 Billion Oracle Data Center Project in Saline Township, Michigan
Related Digital and Funds Affiliated with Blackstone Commit Equity to Fund Project; Fixed Rate, Long-Term Debt Financing Anchored by PIMCO-Managed Funds and Accounts Campus Creates Thousands of Union Construction Jobs and Significant Community Investment
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Dallas, TX - Related D more
Rep. McIver Introduces Bill to Stop Surprise AI Data Center Development
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Rep. LaMonica McIver, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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McIver Introduces Bill to Stop Surprise AI Data Center Development
Yesterday, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) introduced the AI Data Center Site Selection Transparency Act of 2026, a bill that would ensure communities are informed, before deals are finalized, of plans to build AI data centers in their neighborhoods, providing the opportunity for grassroots input. AI dat more
SEC Commissioner Peirce Issues Remarks at the International Institute on Capital Formation
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following remarks on April 24, 2026, by Commissioner Hester M. Peirce at the International Institute on Capital Formation:
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Green Lighting Capital Formation: Remarks at the SEC International Institute on Capital Formation
Welcome to the SEC's International Institute on Capital Formation. My views are my own as a Commissioner and not necessarily those of the SEC or my fellow Commissioners.
I am delighted that durin more
Syracuse University: Law Professor Builds AI 'Coach' to Support Students Around the Clock
SYRACUSE, New York, April 25 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
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Law Professor Builds AI 'Coach' to Support Students Around the Clock
Professor Jack Graves designed the tool to give students unlimited practice opportunities aligned with course content and outcomes.
Robert Conrad
College of Law Professor Jack Graves has developed an artificial intelligence bot that uses curated, course-specific materials to assist students in mastering the applicable legal rules and their more
Syracuse University: When AI Enters the Arena - Students Tackle Cybersecurity Challenges
SYRACUSE, New York, April 25 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
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When AI Enters the Arena: Students Tackle Cybersecurity Challenges
A capture-the-flag cybersecurity competition at the College of Engineering and Computer Science brought together 20 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students.
Alex Dunbar
What happens when students are allowed to use artificial intelligence to solve cybersecurity challenges? That question took center stage as Electrical Engineering and C more
Texas Christian University: Investment Strategies Conference Examines How Investors Are Navigating Changing Markets
FORT WORTH, Texas, April 25 -- Texas Christian University issued the following news:
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Investment Strategies Conference Examines How Investors Are Navigating Changing Markets
Finance leaders, economists and investors gathered at Texas Christian University for the 22nd annual Investment Strategies Conference to assess a market defined by uncertainty, as long-term investors weigh the implications of artificial intelligence, the maturation of private markets, shifting geopolitical dynamics a more
Two Voices, Joint Priority: Appropriators Leading a Nuclear Renaissance
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Rep. Chuck Fleischmann, R-Tennessee, chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Rep. Mike Simpson, R-Idaho, chairman of the Subcommittee on Interior and Environment, issued the following news release:
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Two Voices, Joint Priority: Appropriators Leading a Nuclear Renaissance
Under President Trump's leadership, the United States has renewed its focus on American energy dominance. The House Appropriations Committee is advan more
UCLA Health: AI Model Can Help Predict the Expiration of Donor Organs to Improve Transplant Outcomes
LOS ANGELES, California, April 25 (TNSjou) -- The UCLA Health issued the following news release:
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New AI model can help predict the expiration of donor organs to improve transplant outcomes.
UCLA Health researchers have developed a new machine learning model that predicts which donor organs from donors after circulatory death (DCD) are most likely to be viable for transplant. The study, published in the Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation (https://www.jhltonline.org/article/S1053-2 more
University of Cincinnati: Protecting the Brain With Chemistry
CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 25 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news:
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Protecting the brain with chemistry
UC chemistry student to begin AI fellowship at Air Force Research Lab
By Michael Miller, 513-556-6757, michael.miller3@uc.edu
Doctoral student Carter St. Clair is studying the way the structural scaffolding that supports neurons in the brain can fail, leading to disease.
Using chemistry tools to approach questions about medicine is what drew St. Clair to the Unive more
USF Graduate Students Co-Author Study, Land Jobs
SAN FRANCISCO, California, April 25 -- The University of San Francisco issued the following news release:
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USF Graduate Students Co-Author Study, Land Jobs
Jake Cosgrove couldn't find a tech internship. So he sent an email.
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A graduate student in economics at USF, Cosgrove contacted economics Professor Bruce Wydick and asked to get involved in his research. That led Cosgrove to a summer in Delhi, India, collecting data in temperatures above 100 degrees. Which led him to learn R and Py more
Virginia Commonwealth University: Research Weeks Keynote Address to Focus on AI's Role in Reshaping Higher Education and Research
RICHMOND, Virginia, April 25 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news:
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Research Weeks keynote address to focus on AI's role in reshaping higher education and research
Alex Goryachev is an experienced AI expert and innovation strategist.
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Artificial intelligence is no longer a future consideration for higher education - it is a present-day force reshaping how we discover knowledge, drive innovation and prepare the next generation of leaders. To conclude Virginia C more
"The Arena" Episode Four: The Censorship Industrial Complex with Mike Benz
WASHINGTON, April 24 [Category: Political] -- America First Legal, a civil rights organization, posted the following news release:
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"The Arena" Episode Four: The Censorship Industrial Complex with Mike Benz
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On this week's episode of "The Arena," Mike Benz joins AFL President Gene Hamilton, AFL Senior Counsel Ian Prior, and AFL Executive Director of External Affairs Alexa Vance to discuss the censorship industrial complex, government weaponization, and the growing impact of AI.
Befor more
'AI scribe' technology for medical professionals reduces notetaking, provides more face time with patients
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, April 24 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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'AI scribe' technology for medical professionals reduces notetaking, provides more face time with patients
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The Defense Health Agency (DHA) is rolling out ambient listening technology across the Military Health System (MHS) to improve patient care. The capability acts as an "AI scribe," analyzing conversations between patients and pro more
11th Annual USC Survey Finds 'Quiet Shift' in Public Relations as Polarization Reshapes Corporate Speech
LOS ANGELES, California, April 24 (TNSrep) -- The University of Southern California Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism issued the following news:
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11th annual USC survey finds "quiet shift" in public relations as polarization reshapes corporate speech
Political and social polarization is changing when, where and how companies speak out on societal issues, according to the 2026 Global Communication Report (https://annenberg.usc.edu/gcr) from the USC Annenberg Center for Pub more
2026 UConn Commencement Speakers and Honorary Degree Recipients
STORRS, Connecticut, April 24 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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2026 UConn Commencement Speakers and Honorary Degree Recipients
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From business success to the National Science Foundation, from policymaking in Hartford to the world's most popular YouTube sneaker channel, from the Chairman of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation to the President of the Rwanda Academy of Sciences, the honored guests of UConn's commencement ceremonies bring a wealth of experience more
AIAA Aviation Forum 2026 to Showcase Next Generation Flight Technologies
RESTON, Virginia, April 24 -- The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics posted the following news release on April 23, 2026:
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AIAA AVIATION Forum 2026 to Showcase Next Generation Flight Technologies
AIAA announced its program for AIAA AVIATION Forum 2026, 8-12 June, Manchester Grand Hyatt, San Diego, Calif. This year's theme, "From Velocity to Altitude - Accelerating Toward Tomorrow," captures the acceleration of aviation technology.
"Next generation technologies are reshap more
American Express Partners with Anthropic to Make U.S. Resy Restaurants Discoverable in Claude
NEW YORK, April 24 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- American Express posted the following news release:
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American Express Partners with Anthropic to Make U.S. Resy Restaurants Discoverable in Claude
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Claude users can now explore U.S. Resy restaurants directly in their conversations when deciding where to eat. Whether it's a low-key dinner in the neighborhood or an all-out special occasion, Claude connects to Resy to help diners browse available tables in real time and secure a tabl more
Army's M-1E3 Abrams Tank Modernization Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12495) on April 23, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
Here are excerpts:
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The Army's M-1E3 Abrams Tank Modernization Program
Background
The M-1 Abrams Tank is designed to maneuver under fire and destroy enemy armored forces on the battlefield. The M-1 is named for General Creighton Abrams, a World War II armored bat more
City of Hope and UC Berkeley Researchers Teach AI to Spot Cancer Risk by Squeezing Individual Breast Cells
DUARTE, California, April 24 -- City of Hope issued the following news release:
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City of Hope and UC Berkeley Researchers Teach AI to Spot Cancer Risk by Squeezing Individual Breast Cells
Scientists discover that a cell's 'mechanical age' can effectively signal cancer risk.
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LOS ANGELES -- Researchers at City of Hope, a cancer research and treatment organization, and the University of California, Berkeley, have created a novel microfluidic platform that can assess women's breast cance more
Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Recap - Week of April 20, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Recap - Week of April 20, 2026
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Here's a recap of key moments from House Republican committees during the week:
Appropriations
On Monday, April 20, the Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies held a budget hearing called "Department of the Interior." Secretary Doug Burgum testified before the Subcommittee on the FY27 budge more
Congressional Black Caucus Condemns CFPB's Decision to End Anti-Discrimination Protections in Lending
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- The Congressional Black Caucus issued the following news release:
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Congressional Black Caucus Condemns CFPB's Decision to End Anti-Discrimination Protections in Lending
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Today, Congressional Black Caucus Chair Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) and members of the Congressional Black Caucus issued the following statement:
"The Congressional Black Caucus strongly condemns the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) decision to roll back anti-discrimination protectio more
Department of Energy's Defense Production Act Consortium Unveils New Initiative to Grow Nation's Nuclear Fuel Cycle
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Nuclear Energy issued the following news release on April 23, 2026:
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Department of Energy's Defense Production Act Consortium Unveils New Initiative to Grow Nation's Nuclear Fuel Cycle
"Nuclear Dominance -- 3 by 33" campaign enlists industry partners to secure the nation's nuclear fuel supply chain.
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The U.S Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy today announced that it is kicking off an ambitious new ini more
DOE Idaho National Laboratory: Reimagining Irrigation for the 21st Century
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, April 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Idaho National Laboratory issued the following news release:
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Reimagining irrigation for the 21st century
The U.S. has nearly as many miles of irrigation canals as it does highways.
The canals, which provide water for millions of acres of crops and pastures, are managed by hundreds of canal companies and irrigation districts ranging in size from utility scale to mom and pop. With demand for water growing, especially in the ar more
FBI: Alaskans Report Record-Breaking Financial Losses From Cyber-Enabled Crimes
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSrep) -- The FBI issued the following news release:
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Alaskans Report Record-Breaking Financial Losses from Cyber-Enabled Crimes
FBI releases 2025 Internet Crime Report
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The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) released its 2025 Internet Crime Report and accompanying state reports. The latest report includes information from more than 1 million complaints of cyber-enabled crimes that cost Americans nearly $21 billion in 2025 - a 26% increase in losses fro more
Four Johns Hopkins Students Awarded Goldwater Scholarships
BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 24 -- Johns Hopkins University issued the following news:
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Four Johns Hopkins students awarded Goldwater Scholarships
The prestigious award honors exceptional STEM students from universities across the United States
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Johns Hopkins University students Henry Le Chang, Roma Desai, Sameer Gabbita, and Oliver Nizet are among 454 students awarded Goldwater Scholarships--one of the oldest and most prestigious national scholarships in the United States--for the 2026 more
Frontline Education Accelerates AI Innovation Across K-12 With New Advisory Council and Strategic Partnership
MALVERN, Pennsylvania, April 24 -- Frontline Education, a provider of administration software purpose-built for educators in K-12, issued the following news on April 22, 2026:
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Frontline Education Accelerates AI Innovation Across K-12 with New Advisory Council and Strategic Partnership
Frontline Education, a leading provider of administration software purpose-built for K-12, today announced a series of advancements that accelerate its AI innovation across K-12--building momentum in how t more
Graduating students capture their Northeastern memories
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 24 -- Northeastern University issued the following news:
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Graduating students capture their Northeastern memories
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Parents and seniors excited about graduation take photos on campus
It is tradition for graduating Northeastern students to commemorate the occasion by posing for photos around campus in their academic regalia.
by Cesareo Contreras April 24, 2026
It was 3 a.m. when Lauren Li's parents in Hong Kong received the news that she had landed her more
Grant Thornton Announces Auxis Named Leader and All Star Company on 2026 IAOP Global Outsourcing 100
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 24 -- Grant Thornton, a provider of audit, tax and advisory services, presented the following news release on April 23, 2026:
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Grant Thornton announces Auxis named Leader and All Star Company on 2026 IAOP(R) Global Outsourcing 100(R)
11th consecutive year of recognition reflects nearshore leadership and continued momentum with Grant Thornton through expanded capabilities
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Grant Thornton announced today that Auxis, a business modernization leader and Latin Amer more
Hackett Group Launches Applied Intelligence and AskHackett to Redefine Expert-Led, AI-Powered Decision Support
MIAMI, April 24 -- The Hackett Group, a consulting and executive advisory firm, issued the following news release on April 22, 2026:
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The Hackett Group(R) Launches Applied Intelligence and AskHackett(TM) to Redefine Expert-Led, AI-Powered Decision Support
Brings expert insight with real-time answers grounded in Hackett Intelligence - proprietary benchmarks, process data and transformation expertise from the world's leading enterprises
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The Hackett Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HCKT), a leading more
House Energy & Commerce Committee Chairman Guthrie Issues Commentary to Washington Times: American AI Dominance Will Require Baseload Power
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following commentary on April 23, 2026, to the Washington Times:
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Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed: American AI Dominance Will Require Baseload Power
The following op-ed by Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, appeared in the Washington Times (https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2026/apr/21/american-ai-dominance-require-basel more
In visit to Brown, Jaron Lanier says people are thinking about AI all wrong
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, April 24 -- Brown University posted the following news:
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In visit to Brown, Jaron Lanier says people are thinking about AI all wrong
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] -Celebrated scientist, futurist and writer Jaron Lanier thinks most people have the wrong idea about what artificial intelligence is -and especially the people in Silicon Valley who are developing new AI systems.
"Normally we talk about AI as a thing," he said during a standing-room-only lec more
Kennesaw State opens the new Robin and Doug Shore Innovation Center
KENNESAW, Georgia, April 24 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release:
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Kennesaw State opens the new Robin and Doug Shore Innovation Center
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Excitement stirred on April 23 as Kennesaw State University held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the new 70,000-square-foot Robin and Doug Shore Innovation Center.
Rising prominently over Technology Way near the main entrance of the Marietta Campus, the structure reflects the University's ongoing commitment to ac more
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory: Early-Career Researchers Show Off Science and Communication Skills at 2026 National Lab Research SLAM
LIVERMORE, California, April 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news:
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Early-career researchers show off science and communication skills at 2026 National Lab Research SLAM
From recovering valuable metals and identifying unknown pathogens to designing robust quantum hardware and providing a 3D view of microplastics, Department of Energy (DOE) scientists are tackling the problems that matter. At the 2026 National Lab Research SL more
McCaul Advocates for Stronger Export Controls at Foreign Affairs Committee Markup
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
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McCaul Advocates for Stronger Export Controls at Foreign Affairs Committee Markup
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WASHINGTON - Yesterday, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Emeritus Michael McCaul (R-Texas) spoke in support of two pieces of legislation that would strengthen export controls on sensitive technology.
First, he urged his colleagues to support H.R. 8284, the Bureau of Industry and Security License Adminis more
Miami CFAR Symposium Highlights Breakthroughs in HIV Treatment, Cure Research and Community Impact
MIAMI, Florida, April 24 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news:
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Miami CFAR Symposium Highlights Breakthroughs in HIV Treatment, Cure Research and Community Impact
From long-acting antiretroviral therapies and cure-strategy research to implementation science and community-centered care, the University of Miami CFAR symposium explored how HIV research is shaping the future of prevention and treatment.
From long-acting antiretroviral therapies to more
N.C. State: How AI Can Help Us Count the 'Good' Viruses Used in Biopharmaceuticals
RALEIGH, North Carolina, April 24 (TNSjou) -- North Carolina State University issued the following news release:
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How AI Can Help Us Count the 'Good' Viruses Used in Biopharmaceuticals
Researchers have developed a new methodology that uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to identify and count target viruses more efficiently than previous techniques. The new approach can be used in applications such as pharmaceutical biomanufacturing.
"Many gene therapies rely on viral vectors, which more
NCL Urges DOT Investigate Airline Pricing
WASHINGTON, April 24 [Category: Consumer Services] -- The National Consumers League issued the following news release:
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NCL Urges DOT Investigate Airline Pricing
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In the wake of JetBlue Airways' apparent admission of surveillance pricing to determine airfares, NCL and six other public interest organizations are urging the U.S. Department of Transportation to investigate the industry's pricing practices. Airlines have long used confusing pricing algorithms that make the ticket-buying e more
NSWCDD graduates first students from in-house Wartime Readiness Short Course
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news:
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NSWCDD graduates first students from in-house Wartime Readiness Short Course
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The U.S. Navy, in times of competition, conflict, and contingency or combat operations, leverages Maritime Operations Centers to equip commanders and staff with the resources needed to execute responsibilities as a component, Fleet and/or Maritime Component Commander.
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division is applying t more
O'Reilly Expands Learning Platform With New Academies for Managers, Soft Skills, and Data Literacy
SEBASTOPOL, California, April 24 -- O'Reilly issued the following news release on April 23, 2026:
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O'Reilly Expands Learning Platform with New Academies for Managers, Soft Skills, and Data Literacy
O'Reilly Academies Bring Structured Enterprise-Wide Upskilling
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BOSTON--April 23, 2026--O'Reilly, the premier learning platform for technology professionals, today announced the launch of three new academies: Manager Academy, Soft Skills Academy, and Data Literacy Academy. Recognizing the n more
Participants in URI's Ideation Studio form startup ideas
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, April 24 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news:
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Participants in URI's Ideation Studio form startup ideas
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KINGSTON, R.I. - April 24, 2026 - Seventeen University of Rhode Island students, faculty, and alumni presented their ideas for a startup business to judges at URI Innovations ' RISE-UP Ideation Studio 's Pitch Night on April 22 in the Richard E. Beaupre Center for Chemical and Forensic Sciences.
Ideation Studio participants worked in more
Penn State Dickinson Law Career Services team attends NALP Annual Education Conference
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, April 24 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news:
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Penn State Dickinson Law Career Services team attends NALP Annual Education Conference
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CARLISLE AND UNIVERSITY PARK-Three members of Penn State Dickinson Law Career Services team recently attended the NALP Annual Education Conference (AEC), held in Hollywood, Florida, from April 14 to April 17. Senior Associate Dean for Student Lifecycle Operations & Administration Bek more
PNNL Showcases Innovation at ARPA E Summit
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Pacific Northwest National Laboratory issued the following article:
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PNNL Showcases Innovation at ARPA E Summit
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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) researchers attended the Department of Energy's annual Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) Energy Innovation Summit. There, thousands of leaders from government, academia, and industry convened to accelerate emerging technologies with the potential to transform th more
PNNL Showcases Innovation at ARPA-E Summit
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Pacific Northwest National Laboratory issued the following article:
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PNNL Showcases Innovation at ARPA-E Summit
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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) researchers attended the Department of Energy's annual Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) Energy Innovation Summit. There, thousands of leaders from government, academia, and industry convened to accelerate emerging technologies with the potential to transform th more
REACH network hosts Research Analytics Summit
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, April 24 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news:
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REACH network hosts Research Analytics Summit
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The Research Evaluation and Analytics Capacity Hub (REACH), at the University of Kentucky, hosted the third annual Research Analytics Summit April 19-21 in Newport, Rhode Island.
The summit serves as the flagship national meeting dedicated to strengthening research analytics capacity, advancing data-informed decision making and promoting responsible r more
Related Digital Announces Financing for $16 Billion Oracle Data Center Project in Saline Township, Michigan
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, April 24 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release:
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Related Digital Announces Financing for $16 Billion Oracle Data Center Project in Saline Township, Michigan
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DALLAS, TX - Related Digital, a vertically integrated data center development and investment platform, and Blackstone (NYSE: BX) announced today that financing has been secured for Related Digital's $16 billion data center campus more
Related Digital Announces Financing for $16 Billion Oracle Data Center Project in Saline Township, Michigan
NEW YORK, April 24 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Blackstone, an investment firm, posted the following news release:
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Related Digital Announces Financing for $16 Billion Oracle Data Center Project in Saline Township, Michigan
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Related Digital and Funds Affiliated with Blackstone Commit Equity to Fund Project; Fixed Rate, Long-Term Debt Financing Anchored by PIMCO-Managed Funds and Accounts
Campus Creates Thousands of Union Construction Jobs and Significant Community Investment more
Rep. Horsford Joins OpenAI, Rep. Ro Khanna, and College of Southern Nevada (CSN) To Expand AI Workforce Training in North Las Vegas
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Steven Horsford, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Horsford Joins OpenAI, Rep. Ro Khanna, and College of Southern Nevada (CSN) To Expand AI Workforce Training in North Las Vegas
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NORTH LAS VEGAS, NV -On April 24th, U.S. Representative Steven Horsford (NV-04) will join OpenAI, Rep. Ro Khanna (CA-17) and the College of Southern Nevada for an OpenAI Academy event focused on expanding access to AI education and preparing Nevada's students and w more
Reps. Foushee, Beyer, and Moylan Introduce the Protecting Consumers from Deceptive AI Act to Establish Accountability and Transparency Standards for Generative AI
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Valerie Foushee, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Reps. Foushee, Beyer, and Moylan Introduce the Protecting Consumers from Deceptive AI Act to Establish Accountability and Transparency Standards for Generative AI
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 24, 2026) -Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04), Congressman Don Beyer (VA-08), and Congressman James Moylan (GU-AL) introduced the bipartisan Protecting Consumers From Deceptive AI Act to estab more
MILPITAS, California, April 24 -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, posted the following news release on April 22, 2026:
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SEMI's ASMC Event Spotlights Practical Strategies for Overcoming Today's Biggest Semiconductor Manufacturing Challenges
SEMI, the industry association serving the global semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today announced the program for its 37th annual Advanced Semiconductor Manu more
SLB Advances Digital Strategy with Acquisition of S&P Global Energy's Upstream Software Portfolio
HOUSTON, Texas, April 24 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Schlumberger, doing business as SLB, issued the following news release:
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SLB Advances Digital Strategy with Acquisition of S&P Global Energy's Upstream Software Portfolio
Transaction expands SLB's digital subsurface presence in U.S. unconventional workflows and supports its long-term AI-enabled platform strategy
SLB has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the geoscience and petroleum engineering software business portfolio of more
Southcom establishes Autonomous Warfare Command
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, April 24 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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Southcom establishes Autonomous Warfare Command
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Marine Corps Gen. Francis L. Donovan, commander of U.S. Southern Command, directed the establishment of the Southcom Autonomous Warfare Command.
The new command will support President Donald J. Trump's National Security Strategy priorities, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's National Defense Strategy lines of more
StartUp Humboldt Awards $210,000 to Five Ventures at Inaugural Competition
ARCATA, California, April 24 -- The California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt posted the following news:
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StartUp Humboldt Awards $210,000 to Five Ventures at Inaugural Competition
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Selected from a competitive pool of 108 applicants, the winners emerged after live pitches before a distinguished panel of independent judges and a full house of more than 575 attendees.
"This event was a powerful reminder of what's possible in our region, and we're incredibly proud of every finali more
Stevens Students Take a Fresh Look at Alzheimer's Screening With SensiTear
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, April 24 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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Stevens Students Take a Fresh Look at Alzheimer's Screening with SensiTear
Innovation Expo project explores a fast, non-invasive way to identify disease risk
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Nearly 44 million people worldwide are living with Alzheimer's disease, a neurodegenerative disorder involving memory loss and behavioral changes. While no cure yet exists, early intervention can slow progression and lower care costs. Ho more
The robot Cambrian explosion: Penn State researchers advance biorobotics
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 24 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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The robot Cambrian explosion: Penn State researchers advance biorobotics
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Whether they're dancing on two legs or scrambling over rough terrain on four, robots are gaining traction on social media and in everyday life. They're already rapidly evolving in terms of capabilities and size, but according to Penn State Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Baxi Ch more
TIA Entrepreneur Showcase Awards More Than $34,000 to Colgate Startups
HAMILTON, New York, April 24 -- Colgate University posted the following news:
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TIA Entrepreneur Showcase Awards More Than $34,000 to Colgate Startups
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On April 11, in the Hall of Presidents, Colgate University hosted its annual TIA Entrepreneur Showcase presented by the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
"The event is a celebration of our students' creativity, problem-solving, resilience, and passion. All of the teams at the event have worked for months to bring their ideas t more
UA Little Rock Faculty Inducted Into Arkansas Research Alliance Academy
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, April 24 -- The University of Arkansas Little Rock campus issued the following news:
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UA Little Rock Faculty Inducted Into Arkansas Research Alliance Academy
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Two University of Arkansas at Little Rock faculty members have been inducted into the Arkansas Research Alliance (ARA) Academy, a distinction recognizing leading researchers whose work is driving innovation and economic growth across the state.
Dr. Anindya Ghosh, professor of chemistry and associate dean more
UB and Roswell Park develop AI tool to assess lung cancer surgery complication risk
BUFFALO, New York, April 24 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release:
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UB and Roswell Park develop AI tool to assess lung cancer surgery complication risk
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Multimodal model delivers personalized risk estimates and clinician-adjustable insights to support surgical decisions
By Keith Page
BUFFALO, N.Y. - Researchers from the University at Buffalo and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center are developing an artificial intelligence more
UConn Health CEO Issues Weekly Update on April 24, 2026
STORRS, Connecticut, April 24 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following weekly update by Andrew C. Agwunobi, UConn Health CEO and executive vice president for health affairs:
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CEO Weekly Update: April 24, 2026
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Dear Colleagues,
I hope everyone had a wonderful week. Spring means beautiful weather, but it also means we are approaching the end of this legislative session, which will conclude on May 6. Just as a reminder, in odd-numbered years (e.g., 2025, 2027) the legislatu more
UWG Ed.S. Student Determined to Enhance Makerspace Education
CARROLLTON, Georgia, April 24 -- The University of West Georgia posted the following news:
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UWG Ed.S. Student Determined to Enhance Makerspace Education
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Have you ever wondered how CourseDen was created? Whenever you log on to view your courses, you are immediately met with sections of your grades, class announcements and online resources. These smartboards and learning management systems don't create themselves; they are created by well-trained specialists that thrive on making educat more
VEX Robotics helps launch summer campers into robot competition and beyond
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, April 24 -- The University of South Carolina posted the following news:
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VEX Robotics helps launch summer campers into robot competition and beyond
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Robots built by middle and high school students in the VEX Robotics camp at the University of South Carolina are amazingly agile, picking up objects and navigating obstacles.
Billed as an immersive opportunity to develop skills in programming, mechanical design and teamwork, the camp -now in its 20th year at USC more
Virginia DMV Earns Gold at Global Innovation Awards
RICHMOND, Virginia, April 24 -- The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles issued the following news on April 23, 2026:
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Virginia DMV Earns Gold at Global Innovation Awards
Automated Road Test System (ARTS) Achieves Triple Crown Honors from TIME, Popular Science, and Edison Awards
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In addition to recognition from TIME Magazine and Popular Science, a Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) innovation has been named a Gold Winner in the 2026 Edison Awards. The Automated Road Test Sys more
WFA President's Awards recognise eight outstanding initiatives around the world
BRUSSELS, Belgium, April 24 [Category: Media] -- The World Federation of Advertisers posted the following news release:
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WFA President's Awards recognise eight outstanding initiatives around the world
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WFA President David Wheldon OBE has awarded five outstanding industry initiatives around the world as part of Global Marketer Week in Stockholm, as well as handing out three special awards to national advertiser associations around the world.
Launched in 2010, the annual President's Aw more
WGA Ratifies 2026 Minimum Basic Agreement with AMPTP
NEW YORK, April 24 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO Writers Guild of America East issued the following news release:
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WGA Ratifies 2026 Minimum Basic Agreement with AMPTP
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LOS ANGELES and NEW YORK (April 24, 2026)-The members of Writers Guild of America East (WGAE) and Writers Guild of America West (WGAW) have ratified a new contract with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP).
WGA members have ratified the 2026 MBA with 90.38% (4,282) voting in favor, and 9. more
Amazon India to invest over INR 2800 crore to advance associate safety and wellbeing and strengthen its pan-India operations network
SEATTLE, Washington, April 23 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon issued the following news:
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Amazon India to invest over INR 2800 crore (~USD 300M) to advance associate safety and wellbeing and strengthen its pan-India operations network
Bengaluru, India - Amazon India today announced that it plans to invest over INR 2800 crore (~USD 300M) to further strengthen associate safety, health, and financial wellbeing measures while strengthening one of India's safest, fastest and most r more
As Trump's War in Iran Makes Gas and Everyday Essentials More Expensive, Heinrich Fights to Lower Costs for New Mexico Families
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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As Trump's War in Iran Makes Gas and Everyday Essentials More Expensive, Heinrich Fights to Lower Costs for New Mexico Families
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WASHINGTON - Last night, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) stood up for New Mexico families by voting against Senate Republicans' budget resolution that refuses to address the skyrocketing cost of gas, groceries, and everyday essentials caused by Trump's war in more
Ernst, Colleagues Call for Passage of Anti-Fraud Package
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
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Ernst, Colleagues Call for Passage of Anti-Fraud Package
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) brought her colleagues together and built consensus to create a comprehensive, anti-fraud package that includes 17 commonsense bills that would recover stolen funds, protect taxpayer dollars, and stop fraudsters.
After the widespread fraud in Minnesota and beyond exposed that $1.4 billion is stolen more
Inaugural Laudato Si' Challenge Winners Announced
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, April 23 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news:
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Inaugural Laudato Si' Challenge Winners Announced
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On April 21, the Center for Catholic Studies, in partnership with University Core, hosted the inaugural Laudato Si' Challenge in Mooney Hall, inviting undergraduate students to present research-informed, action-oriented responses to pressing environmental challenges in light of Pope Francis's encyclical Laudato Si '. Held on the first anniversary of more
Nearly half of global consumers now use AI to guide savings and investment decisions
LONDON, England, April 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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Nearly half of global consumers now use AI to guide savings and investment decisions
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* 49% of global consumers have used AI to support savings and investment decisions in the past six months
* 18% have used AI to protec more
Penn State launches AI Studio for faculty and staff
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 23 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Penn State launches AI Studio for faculty and staff
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Penn State is making leading AI models available to faculty and staff through AI Studio, the University's enterprise generative AI platform, beginning April 24. AI Studio is available at no cost to Penn State employees. The launch is paired with the release of AI Essentials at Penn State, a foundational AI litera more
Penn State launches new online 'AI Essentials' literacy course for employees
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 23 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Penn State launches new online 'AI Essentials' literacy course for employees
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -As part of the University's AI Transformation initiative, Penn State has launched AI Essentials, a new training course designed to equip the University community with the knowledge, skills and ethical grounding needed to engage with AI responsibly and effectively across academic and profe more
SAS Helps Climate Innovator Link Families With Global Carbon Markets
CARY, North Carolina, April 23 -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release:
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SAS helps climate innovator link families with global carbon markets
FairClimateFund uses data and AI solutions from SAS and Notilyze to strengthen transparent carbon credit reporting and expand community impact
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SAS, a global leader in data and AI, and partner Notilyze, are helping FairClimateFund (FCF) power healthier communities through increase more
Torres Slams House GOP for Protecting Predatory Surveillance Pricing and Price-Gouging Over Working Families
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rep. Norma J. Torres, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Torres Slams House GOP for Protecting Predatory Surveillance Pricing and Price-Gouging Over Working Families
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WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congresswoman Norma Torres (CA-35), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, introduced an amendment in the Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) appropriations bill aimed at protecting American families from predatory surveillance pri more
Virginia Tech: Reducing Power Consumption, Protecting Data Through Algorithms
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 23 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Reducing power consumption, protecting data through algorithms
Through the "unsung hero" of mathematics, Gretchen Matthews is working on ways to both make data center power usage more efficient and protect data from attacks.
Note to readers: This series of articles focuses on researchers whose work improves efficiency, addresses concerns, or offers alternative solutions to some of the pressing issues created by more
Adobe Announced "Adobe CX Enterprise" at Adobe Summit 2026, Redefining Its Vision for Customer Experience Orchestration in the Age of Agent-Based AI
SAN JOSE, California, April 22 -- Adobe Inc., a computer software company, issued the following news on April 21, 2026:
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Adobe announced "Adobe CX Enterprise" at Adobe Summit 2026, redefining its vision for customer experience orchestration in the age of agent-based AI.
* Adobe leads modern marketing, from driving digital transformation for businesses to orchestrating customer experiences as agent-based AI transforms daily operations.
* Adobe CX Enterprise integrates AI agents, agent sk more
Adobe Expands Its Partner Ecosystem to Deliver Seamless Workflows for Customer Experience Orchestration
SAN JOSE, California, April 22 -- Adobe Inc., a computer software company, issued the following news on April 21, 2026:
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Adobe expands its partner ecosystem to deliver seamless workflows for customer experience orchestration.
* Adobe partners with technology companies, agencies, and system integrators to provide the optimal platform for effective multi-agent collaboration, helping enterprises maximize customer experiences and results.
* Adobe is expanding its integration with AI platfor more
Analog Devices to Report Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Results on Wednesday, May 20, 2026
NORWOOD, Massachusetts, April 22 (TNSxrep) -- Analog Devices, a manufacturer of data conversion and signal processing technology, issued the following news release:
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Wilmington, MA - Analog Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq: ADI) today announced it will release financial results for the second quarter fiscal year 2026 at 7:00 a.m. Eastern time on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
Following the press release, the Company will host a conference call at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time, the same day.
Vincent Roche, C more
GE Vernova Foundation Invests in Energy Industry Skills Grant to Advance Critical Workforce Needs in Poland
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, April 22 -- G.E. Vernova, an energy company, posted the following news release on April 21, 2026:
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GE Vernova Foundation Invests in Energy Industry Skills Grant to Advance Critical Workforce Needs in Poland
* $800,000 USD investment in three-year skilling program focused on the energy sector
* Working with Assist International and Wroclaw University of Science and Technology on new curricula and new training lab
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Wroclaw, Poland - As part of continued effo more
NABTU and Microsoft Expand Nationwide Initiative to Strengthen AI Training and Career Pathways Across the Skilled Trades
WASHINGTON, April 22 -- The AFL-CIO North America's Building Trades Unions issued the following news release on April 21, 2026:
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NABTU and Microsoft expand nationwide initiative to strengthen AI training and career pathways across the skilled trades
North America's Building Trades Unions (NABTU) and Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday announced an expanded partnership to support a strong workforce pipeline and help workers across North America build the skills needed to succeed in an AI-powered e more
UNC Research Highlights Benefits, Risks and Best Practices for Using AI Tools to Prepare Scientific Manuscripts
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, April 22 (TNSjou) -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following news:
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UNC Research Highlights Benefits, Risks and Best Practices for Using AI Tools to Prepare Scientific Manuscripts
A new study provides a practical roadmap for using AI in gastroenterology research writing, along with a clear-eyed assessment of where these tools fall short.
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Academic writing is the backbone of research, but it's also a heavy lift.
For many r more
AAR Launches Airvoyant, an AI-driven Procurement Platform for Airlines and MROs
WOOD DALE, Illinois, April 21 -- AAR, a provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, issued the following news release:
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AAR launches Airvoyant, an AI-driven procurement platform for airlines and MROs
AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), a leading provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, MROs, and OEMs, announced today the launch of Airvoyant, an AI-powered aviation procurement solution that connects buyers directly to suppliers, searches available more
HackerOne Introduces H1 Validation to Help Enterprises Manage Surge in AI-Discovered Vulnerabilities
SAN FRANCISCO, California, April 21 -- HackerOne, a human-powered security, issued the following news release:
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HackerOne Introduces h1 Validation to Help Enterprises Manage Surge in AI-Discovered Vulnerabilities
New offering helps enterprises respond to faster, more complex vulnerabilities and focus on real, exploitable risk.
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HackerOne, a global leader in Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM), today announced h1 Validation, a new offering designed to help enterprises manage t more
Save America Act Exclusion From Reconciliation Bill
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Women Impacting Public Policy issued the following joint statement:
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SAVE America Act Exclusion from Reconciliation bill
Women's Business Groups Thank Leader Thune for Removing SAVE America Act from Pending Business
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As Leader Thune removes the SAVE America Act from pending business this week, the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) CEO Jen Earle and Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) President and CEO Angela Dingle issued the following join more
CIS, Astrix, and Cequence Release New AI Security Companion Guides
EAST GREENBUSH, New York, April 20 -- The Center for Internet Security issued the following news release with Astrix Security and Cequence Security:
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CIS, Astrix, and Cequence Release New AI Security Companion Guides
Partnership delivers practical guidance for securing LLMs, agents, and MCP environments
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CLIFTON PARK, N.Y., NEW YORK, and SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- The Center for Internet Security, Inc. (CIS), Astrix Security, and Cequence Security today announced the release of three new more
Coalition to Transform Advanced Care: CMS Quality Conference 2026 - Advancing Quality Through Collaboration and Innovation
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Coalition to Transform Advanced Care issued the following news release:
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CMS Quality Conference 2026: Advancing Quality Through Collaboration and Innovation
C-TAC's Senior Regulatory Advisor, Dr. Marian Grant, joined national leaders on March 17 at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Annual Quality Conference, contributing to an important discussion on advance care planning (ACP).
This annual convening brings together policymakers, clinicians, more
Everbridge Advances High Velocity CEM With Dynamically Adaptive Resilience
GLENDALE, Calif., April 20 -- Everbridge, an enterprise software company that offers applications which provide information about critical events to help with personal safety and business continuity, issued the following news release:
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Everbridge Advances High Velocity CEM(TM) with Dynamically Adaptive Resilience
Operating model combines AI-driven automation and human guidance to optimize incident response
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CHICAGO - Everbridge, Inc., the global leader in High Velocity Critical Event more
Informa TechTarget Expands Its Financial Services Industry Coverage to the United Kingdom
NEWTON, Massachusetts, April 20 -- TechTarget, a provider of data-driven marketing services to business-to-business technology vendors, issued the following news release:
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Informa TechTarget Expands its Financial Services Industry Coverage to the United Kingdom
Informa TechTarget (Nasdaq: TTGT), a leading growth accelerator for the B2B technology and services sector, today announced the extension of its financial services industry coverage to the UK. Effective immediately, Informa TechTa more
Motorola Solutions Redefines Crime Center Operations, Centering Workflows Around Measurable "Missions"
SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, April 20 -- Motorola Solutions issued the following news release:
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Motorola Solutions Redefines Crime Center Operations, Centering Workflows Around Measurable "Missions"
AI-driven CommandCentral Aware sets a new standard in automating intelligence and accelerating community outcomes
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CHICAGO - Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) today announced a fundamental evolution of its CommandCentral Aware platform, establishing a new standard for real-time crime center operati more
Unisys Announces Dates of First-Quarter 2026 Financial Results and Conference Call, and Participation in Upcoming Investor Conference
BLUE BELL, Pennsylvania, April 20 -- Unisys, a technology solutions company, issued the following news release:
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Unisys Announces Dates of First-Quarter 2026 Financial Results and Conference Call, and Participation in Upcoming Investor Conference
Unisys (NYSE: UIS) announced it will release its first-quarter financial results on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, after the close of trading on the New York Stock Exchange.
Unisys will host a conference call with the financial community on Wednesday, M more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Biometric Technologies & Global Security Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11783) on April 16, 2026, by Kelley M. Sayler, advanced technology and global security specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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Biometric Technologies and Global Security
Biometric technologies use unique biological or behavioral attributes - such as DNA, fingerprints, cardiac signatures, voice or gait patterns, and facial or ocular measurements - to authenticate an individual's more
China's 15th Five-Year Plan - S&T & Economic Priorities Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13204) on April 16, 2026, by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter.
Here are excerpts:
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China's 15th Five-Year Plan: S&T and Economic Priorities
On March 12, 2026, the legislature of the People's Republic of China (PRC or China) approved China's 15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development (FYP) (2025-2030) and the Outline of Long-Term Go more
Election Law and the Supreme Court in 2026 - Pending Cases on Redistricting, Campaign Finance & Mail-In Ballots Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11419) on April 15, 2026, by legislative attorney L. Paige Whitaker:
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Election Law and the Supreme Court in 2026: Pending Cases on Redistricting, Campaign Finance and Mail-In Ballots
As the November 2026 congressional elections approach, three cases addressing various aspects of election law are pending at the U.S. Supreme Court. In Louisiana v. Callais, the Court i more
Farm Bill Primer - SNAP & Nutrition Title Programs Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12255) on April 15, 2026.
The white paper is written by nutrition assistance policy specialist Randy Alison Aussenberg and social policy specialists Gene Falk and Kara Clifford Billings.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm Bill Primer: SNAP and Nutrition Title Programs
The Nutrition title of the farm bill typically reauthorizes a number of nutrition or domestic food assistance pro more
Great American Outdoors Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12888) on April 14, 2026, by natural resources policy specialists Carol Hardy Vincent and Laura B. Comay:
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The Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA): Frequently Asked Questions
What Is the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA)?
The Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA; P.L. 116-152) established in the U.S. Treasury a new fund - the National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoratio more
New York City's Central Business District Tolling Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12929) on April 15, 2026, by transportation policy analyst Ali E. Lohman and legislative attorney Alexander H. Pepper:
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New York City's Central Business District Tolling Program: Background, Federal Role, and Selected Legal Issues
Congress has prohibited tolling of federal-aid highways and passed a series of exceptions to the prohibition. One such exception is the Value P more
Recent Developments in Hart-Scott-Rodino Merger Review Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11418) on April 15, 2026, by legislative attorneys Alexander H. Pepper and Jay B. Sykes:
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Recent Developments in Hart-Scott-Rodino Merger Review
The Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 (the HSR Act) requires parties to mergers and acquisitions that exceed certain size thresholds to file a notification with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal more
Recent Regulatory Changes to Bank Capital Requirements Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12680) on April 14, 2026, by macroeconomic policy specialist Marc Labonte and financial economics specialist Andrew P. Scott.
Here are excerpts:
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Recent Regulatory Changes to Bank Capital Requirements
Capital requirements are one of the primary ways banks are regulated for safety and soundness. (For background, see CRS Report R47447, Bank Capital Requirements: A Primer an more
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service - FY2027 Budget Request Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13203) on April 15, 2026, by natural resources policy analyst Eric P. Nardi.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: FY2027 Budget Request
Introduction
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), an agency within the Department of the Interior (DOI), has a mission to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, and plants and their habitats. Congress funds F more
Marine Corps Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11831) on April 14, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert.
Here are excerpts:
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Marine Corps Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV)
What Is the Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV)?
According to the Marine Corps,
'The Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV) is a planned effort by the Marine Corps to provide a purpose-built family of vehicles, with new more
Artemis - NASA's Program to Return Humans to the Moon Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11643) on April 13, 2026, by science and technology policy analyst Rachel Lindbergh.
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. Artemis, named for Apollo's twin sister in more
Farm Bill Primer - Conservation Title Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12024) on April 13, 2026, by Megan Stubbs, agricultural conservation and natural resources policy specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm Bill Primer: Conservation Title
The conservation title of a farm bill generally contains reauthorizations, amendments, and new programs that encourage farmers and ranchers to voluntarily implement resource-conserving practices on private more
Length of Major Steps in the Supreme Court Appointment Process, 1975-2022 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12679) on April 13, 2026, by American national government analyst Barry J. McMillion.
Here are excerpts:
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The Length of Major Steps in the Supreme Court Appointment Process (1975-2022)
This Insight provides historical data and information related to the length of time it has taken to appoint new Justices to the Supreme Court from 1975 to 2022. Specifically, for individual more
Preliminary Data on the IRA Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12422) on April 13, 2026, by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie.
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Preliminary Data on the IRA Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit
In August 2024, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released preliminary 2023 data on the residential clean energy credit (RCEC) and the energy efficient home improvement credit (EEHIC). The credits were scheduled more
Preliminary Data on the IRA Residential Clean Energy Credit Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12423) on April 13, 2026, by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie.
Here are excerpts:
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Preliminary Data on the IRA Residential Clean Energy Credit
In August 2024, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released preliminary 2023 data on the residential clean energy credit (RCEC) and the energy efficient home improvement credit (EEHIC). The credits were scheduled to expire more
Speakers of the House - Elections, 1913-2025 Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RL30857) on April 13, 2026, entitled "Speakers of the House: Elections, 1913-2025" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen.
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SUMMARY
Each new House elects a Speaker by roll call vote when it first convenes. Customarily, the conference of each major party nominates a candidate whose name is placed in nomination. A Member normally votes for the more
Types of Committee Hearings Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-317) on April 13, 2026, entitled "Types of Committee Hearings" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Congressional committee hearings may be broadly classified into four types: legislative, oversight, investigative, and confirmation. Hearings may be held on Capitol Hill or elsewhere (e.g., a committee member's district or state, or a site related to the su more
U.S. Interest in Seabed Mining in Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction - Brief Background & Recent Developments Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12608) on April 13, 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 wit more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
9 Hospitals, Health Systems Groups Urge HRSA To Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- A group of nine hospitals and health systems submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services opposing a proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program, arguing that the approach would undermine the intent of the long-standing drug pricing program and strain providers serving vulnerable populations.
The hospitals underscore that the original 340B Drug Pricing Program was designed to pr more
AbbVie Urges HRSA to Approve 340B Rebate Model to Strengthen Program Integrity
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- AbbVie Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration requesting approval and implementation of a 340B Rebate Model to address ongoing issues within the 340B Drug Pricing Program. AbbVie, a biopharmaceutical company focused on key therapeutic areas, highlighted serious challenges in preventing duplicate discounts and diversion of drugs in the current replenishment model and underscored the need for HRSA to act expeditiously. more
ACLU Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Verification of Eligible Status in Housing Programs
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The American Civil Liberties Union has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule regarding verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. The letter expresses opposition to changes that would affect eligibility and verification requirements for federal public and assisted housing programs, urging HUD to preserve its existing regulations.
The ACLU more
AdventHealth Raises Concerns Over HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- AdventHealth, Altamonte Springs, Florida, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization expressed serious reservations about shifting from the current upfront discount model of the 340B drug-pricing program to a retrospective rebate framework, emphasizing potential adverse impacts on hospital finances and patient care.
In the letter, AdventHealth argu more
Adventist Health Tillamook Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Adventist Health Tillamook has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed transition from the current upfront discount structure of the 340B program to a rebate-based model. The hospital cautions that this shift could disrupt established workflows, increase administrative costs, and impede its ability to provide essential healthcare services to its community in Tillamook County, Oregon.
The more
Advocate Health Raises Concerns Over Proposed CMS Organ Procurement Organization Rule
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Advocate Health, Charlotte, North Carolina, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding the agency's proposed revisions to conditions for coverage for organ procurement organizations. The letter highlights apprehensions about potential negative effects of CMS's market-based approach to OPO oversight on hospitals, healthcare staff, and patients involved in organ donation and transplantation.
Advocate Health serves around s more
Advocates for Community Health Urges Alternative Approach to HRSA 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Advocates for Community Health, representing 51 member community health centers serving over 4 million patients across 22 states, Puerto Rico, and D.C., submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. ACH highlighted concerns about the proposed rebate model's fiscal and administrative burdens on CHCs, urging HRSA to explore an alternative approach involving a neutral claims clearinghouse more
AFGE Opposes Food Safety & Inspection Service Proposed Increase in Poultry Processing Line Speeds
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The American Federation of Government Employees, AFL-CIO (AFGE) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service expressing opposition to the agency's proposed rule to increase maximum line speed rates for young chicken and turkey establishments operating under the New Poultry Inspection System (NPIS). The letter challenges the agency's assertion that FSIS inspectors could effectively conduct carcass-by-carcass ins more
AID Upstate Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Citing Financial and Operational Risks
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- AID Upstate, Greenville, South Carolina, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization highlighted the financial and administrative challenges the rebate model could impose on covered entities like itself, threatening their ability to deliver critical patient services.
AID Upstate expressed deep concern that the shift from upfront drug discounts to a rebate-bas more
Alaska Pharmacy Association Raises Concerns Over HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Alaska Pharmacy Association - Health-System Academy submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns regarding the agency's proposal to pilot a rebate-based model for the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The association, representing pharmacists and pharmacy leaders in Alaska's hospitals, health systems, and clinics, particularly those serving remote and medically underserved areas, cautioned that this fundamental shi more
Albany Area Primary Health Care Urges HRSA To Exempt Community Health Centers from 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Albany Area Primary Health Care Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration urging the agency to exempt community health centers from the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. AAPHC warns that the shift from up-front manufacturer discounts to retrospective rebates threatens the financial stability and operational viability of CHCs, which serve vulnerable populations relying on affordable medications.
AAPHC, a CHC bas more
AltaPointe Health Systems Urges HRSA to Exempt Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- AltaPointe Health Systems Inc., Mobile, Alabama, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The health center detailed financial, administrative, and patient care risks posed by shifting to a rebate-based pricing model requiring upfront drug purchases at full wholesale acquisition cost before receiving manufacturer rebates.
AltaPointe Health emphasized that t more
American Healthcare Conundrum Addresses 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program to HRSA
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The American Healthcare Conundrum, an independent investigative data journalism project focused on quantifying waste in the U.S. healthcare system, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration concerning the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter emphasizes the value of retaining the rebate concept within the 340B program and outlines detailed recommendations to improve transparency, auditability, and program integrity.
The l more
American Public Health Association Urges USDA to Maintain Swine Slaughter Line Speed Limits for Worker Safety
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The American Public Health Association Occupational Health and Safety Section has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service expressing opposition to the agency's proposed rule to remove the maximum evisceration line speed limit of 1,106 head per hour under the New Swine Slaughter Inspection System. APHA emphasized that eliminating this cap and allowing unlimited line speeds poses serious risks to the health more
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Appeals to USDA to Halt Increase in Poultry Slaughter Line Speeds
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety & Inspection Service urging the agency to stop its plan to raise the maximum line speeds for chicken and turkey slaughterhouses. The letter reflects the opinions of 3,608 ASPCA supporters who oppose the proposed regulation change.
The USDA's proposal would raise the maximum line speeds under the New Poultry Inspe more
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Opposes HRSA's 340B Rebate Model Pilot and Urges Upfront Discount Alternatives
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, Bethesda, Maryland, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration addressing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Representing over 65,000 pharmacy professionals nationwide, ASHP expressed opposition to the introduction of a rebate model within the 340B Drug Pricing Program, advocating for the retention of the current prospective discount structure instead.
ASHP criticized more
American Thoracic Society Urges EPA For Consistent Economic Analysis of Marine Tank Loading Vessel Emission Standards
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The American Thoracic Society, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the Economic Impact Analysis for the Proposed National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants targeting marine tank loading vessels. ATS, representing over 20,000 healthcare and scientific professionals specializing in respiratory and critical care illnesses, emphasized the importance of applying a uniform and comprehensive approach to more
American Waterways Operators Recommend Clarifications in EPA's Marine Tank Vessel Loading Emission Standards Review
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The American Waterways Operators, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's proposed amendments to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for marine tank vessel loading operations. The letter reflects the perspectives of AWO's over 300 members, who operate the majority of the nation's 40,000-vessel domestic maritime fleet.
In the comment letter, AWO identified specific a more
American Waterways Operators Urges Caution and Collaboration on Remote Drawbridge Operations in Newark Bay
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The American Waterways Operators submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Coast Guard regarding proposed amendments to the operating regulations for the Lehigh Valley Drawbridge across Newark Bay, situated between Newark and Bayonne, New Jersey. The letter addressed concerns over the remote operation of the bridge and its implications for maritime safety and commerce.
AWO represents the largest segment of the nation's domestic maritime fleet, responsible for moving more
Amity Medical Group Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Amity Medical Group Inc., Charlotte, North Carolina, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The nonprofit medical practice, serving communities in the greater Charlotte area of North Carolina, highlighted critical operational and financial risks posed by the pilot program to Community Health Centers nationwide.
The letter detailed how the shift in res more
Apicha Community Health Center Opposes Mandatory 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Apicha Community Health Center, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Apicha CHC emphasized that the 340B program is essential to serving vulnerable communities by providing affordable medications and supporting broad healthcare services at federally qualified health centers.
Apicha CHC warned that shifting rebate responsibilities from manufacturers to CH more
Arizona Mining Association Criticizes Forest Service Proposed Rule on Locatable Minerals
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Arizona Mining Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service concerning the agency's proposed rule on locatable minerals. The association expressed concerns that the proposed rewrite of regulations governing exploration and development of locatable minerals on National Forest System lands introduces unnecessary complexity and procedural hurdles that could undermine national mineral supply objectives.
Representi more
Arkansas Advocates for Children & Families Urges USDA to Reinstate Food Security Supplement
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families, Little Rock, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service in response to the agency's Request for Information on statistical data, analysis, and research. AACF emphasized the importance of reinstating the Food Security Supplement to the Current Population Survey and continuing annual Household Food Security reports to accurately monitor national and state food security t more
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Arkansas Methodist Medical Center, Paragould, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the agency's consideration of replacing the longstanding upfront discount structure of the 340B Drug Pricing Program with a rebate-based model. The hospital detailed concerns regarding increased costs, administrative burdens, and risks to patient care resulting from the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program affecti more
Asociacion de Salud Primaria de Puerto Rico Urges HRSA to Reject Mandatory 340B Rebate Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Asociacion de Salud Primaria de Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. ASPPR strongly opposes HRSA's proposal to implement a mandatory rebate model for 340B covered entities and urges the agency to explore less burdensome alternatives.
The association emphasized the vital role CHCs play in Puerto Rico's health care system by providing primary and pr more
Aspirus Health Opposes Shift to Rebate Model in 340B Drug Discount Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Aspirus Health, Wausau, Wisconsin, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration. The letter addresses concerns over HRSA's consideration of moving from an upfront discount model to a rebate-based mechanism under the 340B Drug Pricing Program as part of the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program.
Aspirus Health strongly advises against implementing a rebate mechanism, arguing that any such change would impose substantial new administr more
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- B.A. Cheney LLC, Riviera Beach, Florida, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding proposed changes to the Dairy Tariff-Rate Quota Import Licensing program managed by the USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service. The company expressed opposition to several elements of the proposed rulemaking, highlighting concerns about impacts on industry flexibility, investment, and market access.
B.A. Cheney, LLC emphasized the importance of the TRQ more
Baltimore Medical System Warns Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Jeopardizes Patient Care and Financial Stability
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Baltimore Medical System Inc., Maryland, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter underscores the operational and financial risks the rebate model poses to CHCs, which rely on the longstanding 340B Drug Pricing Program to provide affordable medications and comprehensive patient services.
Baltimore Medical System detailed its integrated care appr more
Bend Mayor Kebler Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Mixed-Status Household Rental Assistance
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Bend (Oregon) Mayor Melanie Kebler submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to a proposed rule that targets mixed-status households by imposing new documentation requirements for individuals seeking or receiving rental assistance. The city emphasized that the longstanding HUD policy allowing prorated housing assistance for eligible members of mixed-status households has been critical in promoting housi more
Biogen Urges HRSA to Expand 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program for Greater Transparency and Integrity
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Biogen Inc., Cambridge, Massachusetts, a global biotechnology company, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the agency's 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Biogen emphasized the urgent need for enhanced mechanisms to confirm that 340B Program discounts are used directly to benefit vulnerable populations served by covered entities (CEs), while addressing ongoing integrity and duplicate discount concerns.
In its resp more
Biotechnology Innovation Organization Urges Fundamental Reforms in 340B Drug Pricing Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Biotechnology Innovation Organization submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration addressing the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. BIO, representing a wide range of biotechnology companies globally, highlighted concerns about the exponential growth of the 340B Drug Pricing Program and urged implementation of a rebate model pilot to enhance program integrity and prevent duplicate discounts.
BIO detailed that the 340B program ha more
BJC Health System Urges HRSA to Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- BJC Health System has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. BJC, a healthcare network serving the St. Louis and Kansas City metro areas, including southern Illinois and eastern Kansas, expressed concerns over the proposed shift from upfront manufacturer discounts to a rebate system within the 340B Drug Discount Program.
The letter emphasized that BJC's member hospitals, more
Boston Medical Center Health System Warns Against Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Boston Medical Center Health System, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. BMCHS cautioned that the change from the current upfront drug discount model to a rebate-based system would impose severe operational, financial, and administrative burdens that threaten patient care and hospital viability. more
Box Commons Proposes Third-Party Conformance Attestation Pattern to NHTSA for Zoox Exemption Petition
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Box Commons, Redwood City, California, submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding Zoox Inc.'s application for a temporary exemption from certain Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for automated driving system-equipped vehicles. The nonprofit does not oppose Zoox's petition but suggests that NHTSA use its authority under 49 U.S.C. Sec. 30113 to incorporate a structured third-party conformance attestation approa more
Brooklyn Defender Services Opposes HUD Rule on Mixed-Status Family Housing Eligibility
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Brooklyn Defender Services has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing a proposed rule titled "Verification of Eligible Status." The proposal would alter existing policies under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980, jeopardizing housing assistance for mixed-status families-households comprising members with differing immigration statuses-but especially impacting communities in New York State and City. more
Cabarrus Rowan Community Health Centers Urges HRSA To Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Cabarrus Rowan Community Health Centers Inc., Concord, North Carolina, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration voicing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization warns that the pilot program would destabilize community health centers' pharmacy operations nationwide and undermine their ability to serve vulnerable populations.
CRCHC highlights that the 340B program is foundational to their more
Calif. Food & Agriculture Undersecretary Birdsong Highlights Importance of USDA Agricultural Data Amid Concerns Over Report Discontinuation
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The California Food and Agriculture Undersecretary Christine Birdsong submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service emphasizing the role that specific National Agricultural Statistics Service and ERS data products play in supporting California's agriculture industry. The letter addresses concerns about gaps in agricultural data availability and identifies opportunities to enhance the usability and relevance of USDA-produ more
Calif. Health Care Services Director Baass Urges CMS to Modernize Medicaid Fraud Prevention
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The California Health Care Services Director Michelle Baass has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services addressing CMS' Request for Information on the Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare initiative. As the managing agency for MediCal, the largest Medicaid program in the United States, DHCS emphasized its commitment to safeguarding Medicaid resources and ensuring access to healthcare for members by preventi more
Calif. Rural Legal Assistance Opposes HUD Proposal on Mixed Status Families in Housing
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- California Rural Legal Assistance Inc., Modesto, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to the agency's proposed rule concerning "verification of eligible status" under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. The organization argues that the proposed rule, which seeks to restrict HUD-assisted housing eligibility for mixed immigration status families, threatens to break up f more
California Primary Care Association Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The California Primary Care Association, Sacramento, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the agency's 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Representing nearly 2,300 Community Health Centers (CHCs) in California and the 6.2 million patients they serve, CPCA opposes the implementation of a mandatory rebate model for 340B covered entities (CEs) and calls for exemption of CHCs due to their financial vulnerability.
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California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Verification of Eligible Status for Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation, Sacramento, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule regarding "verification of eligible status" under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. The letter highlights concerns that the rule, if finalized, would separate families with mixed immigration statuses, increase homelessness, and create onerous verification barriers that w more
Canal Alliance Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Housing Eligibility Verification
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Canal Alliance, San Rafael, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to HUD's proposed rule titled Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status. The organization cautioned that the rule threatens to destabilize tens of thousands of assisted households, particularly impacting U.S. citizen children and seniors, and could harm California's already fragile hous more
Care For the Homeless Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Rule Impacting Mixed Status Families in Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Care For the Homeless, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule on verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. The organization called on HUD to completely withdraw the proposal, which they argue would dismantle protections for mixed status families and worsen hardships for vulnerable populations.
The letter expresses strong concern more
Carevide Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Carevide submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration urging the agency to exempt Community Health Centers from the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization warned that the proposed shift in responsibility from drug manufacturers to safety-net providers through a retrospective rebate model could destabilize its pharmacy operations and jeopardize access to medications for vulnerable populations in North Texas.
Carevide hig more
Carolina Family Health Centers Urges HRSA To Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Carolina Family Health Centers Inc., Wilson, North Carolina, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. CFHC cautions that the pilot would impose severe financial and operational strains on community health centers like their own in Eastern North Carolina, threatening the ability of safety-net providers to serve millions of vulnerable patients.
CFHC relie more
Carolina Health Centers Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program for Community Health Centers
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Carolina Health Centers Inc., Greenwood, South Carolina, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter detailed the substantial operational, financial, and patient care risks posed by shifting from the current upfront 340B discount pricing to a retrospective rebate system for Community Health Center more
Cascade Columbia Distribution Seeks Clarification on Chitosan Petition Review Status
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Cascade Columbia Distribution, Seattle, Washington state, submitted a public comment letter to the National Organic Standards Board requesting clarification regarding the independent review status of its petition to reassess chitosan as a nonsynthetic substance. The petition, originally filed in July 2024, concerns naturally derived chitosan from crustacean shells and asks only for a classification determination rather than rulemaking, addition to the National List, or a more
Cempa Community Care Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Citing Patient and Financial Risks
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Cempa Community Care, Chattanooga, Tennessee, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The federally qualified health center and Ryan White-funded provider highlighted concerns regarding the financial, operational, and patient access risks the rebate model would impose on covered entities like itself.
Cempa Community Care emphasized that shifting from upfront 340B disc more
Centro Legal De La Raza Criticizes HUD Proposed Rule on Verification of Eligible Status
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Centro Legal de la Raza, Oakland, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to HUD's proposed rule regarding verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. Centro Legal, a legal services organization focused on protecting the rights of low-income immigrant, Black, and Latinx communities, argues that the rule would have devastating effects on Californ more
ChesPenn Health Services Highlights Risks of 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program to Community Health Centers
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- ChesPenn Health Services, Eddystone, Pennsylvania, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program and its potential operational and financial impacts on community health centers. ChesPenn underscored that the 340B program is foundational to CHCs' ability to serve vulnerable populations by enabling affordable access to medications. However, the shift of rebate resp more
CHI Mercy Health Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Proposed by HRSA
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- CHI Mercy Health, a member of CommonSpirit Health and a key provider in Oregon's medically underserved Douglas County, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The hospital, which serves a large number of low-income and uninsured patients, criticized HRSA's request for information on shifting from the longstan more
CHI St. Joseph's Health Urges HRSA to Retain Upfront Discount Model for 340B Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- CHI St. Joseph's Health has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services opposing the proposed implementation of a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The hospital, a faith-based safety-net provider serving vulnerable and underserved patient populations, argues that shifting from the longstanding upfront discount model to a rebate system would impose excessive costs and operation more
Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Due to Financial and Operational Concerns
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters Inc., Norfolk, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the agency's Request for Information on the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Serving as Virginia's only freestanding children's hospital and a referral center for southeastern Virginia and parts of North Carolina, CHKD opposes the pilot program due to the anticipated financial impact and increased administrati more
Citizens Memorial Hospital Raises Concerns Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Citizens Memorial Hospital, Bolivar, Missouri, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed shift from the longstanding upfront discount mechanism to a rebate model under the 340B program. The hospital emphasized that the costs and administrative burdens associated with the new rebate program would outweigh any potential benefits.
In its letter, the hospital detailed the substantial operational and financ more
City of Hope National Medical Center Urges HRSA to Avoid 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Due to Operational and Financial Concerns
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- City of Hope National Medical Center, Duarte, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the agency's Request for Information on the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. COH expresses opposition to the proposed rebate-based 340B model, citing concerns about increased operational burdens, cash-flow disruptions, and reduced resources for charity care and more
Colorado Hospital Association Strongly Opposes Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Colorado Hospital Association, Greenwood Village, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. CHA argues that the existing upfront discount model has effectively supported hospitals in extending limited federal resources to provide patient care and should not be replaced.
CHA warns that transitioning from the current upfront discount framework to a rebate system would more
CommonSpirit Health Urges HRSA to Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- CommonSpirit Health, Chicago, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the implementation of a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter responds to HRSA's request for information on potentially shifting the longstanding 340B drug pricing program from an upfront discount model to a retrospective rebate structure.
CommonSpirit Health, which operates numerous rural and safety-net hospitals as 340B covere more
Community Board 11 Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Housing Assistance Verification
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Community Board 11, Manhattan, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to express opposition to the agency's Proposed Rule concerning the verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. Representing an East Harlem district with approximately 130,000 residents, the board emphasizes that the rule threatens the housing stability of thousands of families, especially within more
Community Bridges Opposes HUD Proposal on Eligibility Verification for Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Community Bridges, Watsonville, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed regulation titled Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status. The organization serves over 20,000 individuals annually in Santa Cruz and Monterey counties through a range of programs supporting vulnerable populations, including children, families, and seniors.
In its le more
Community Clinic of Maui Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Community Clinic of Maui Inc., Wailuku, Hawaii, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter highlights the potential operational, financial, and patient access risks that the shift from upfront manufacturer discounts to a rebate model could pose to community health centers nationwide.
In the letter, CCM emphasizes that the 340B program is vital more
Community Health Association of Spokane Urges HRSA to Exempt Federally Qualified Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Community Health Association of Spokane, Washington state, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. CHAS Health, which operates 29 clinics serving vulnerable populations in eastern Washington and north-central Idaho, argued that the rebate model threatens the financial stability and core mission of CHCs nationwide by shifting the responsibility of cost r more
Community Health Center Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Community Health Center Inc., Middletown, Connecticut, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter warns that shifting financial responsibility from manufacturers to safety-net providers through a rebate system threatens to destabilize CHC pharmacy operations nationwide and negatively impact vulnerable patient populations.
The letter underscore more
Community Health Centers of the Central Coast Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Community Health Centers of the Central Coast, Santa Maria, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization warns that shifting rebate responsibilities to safety-net providers threatens to destabilize pharmacy operations and patient care for millions of vulnerable individuals relying on discounted medications.
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Community Health Net Expresses Concerns Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Community Health Net has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. CHN, a participant in the existing 340B Drug Pricing Program, outlined in the letter the potential challenges a transition to a rebate-based structure could impose on providers that serve underserved and vulnerable populations.
The organization emphasized that the current 340B model more
Community Hospital of San Bernardino, St. Bernardine Medical Center Oppose Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Community Hospital of San Bernardino and St. Bernardine Medical Center, California, have submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter was sent in response to HRSA's Request for Information regarding a potential change from the existing upfront discount system under the 340B drug discount program to a rebate mechanism.
The hospitals, which serve vulnerable a more
Community Voices for 340B Urges HRSA to Preserve Upfront Discount Model for Drug Pricing Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Community Voices for 340B submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B rebate model pilot program. CV340B highlighted concerns about the financial and operational impacts on covered entities, possible patient harm, and the lack of manufacturer transparency and accountability in the proposed model.
CV340B emphasized that the 340B program has allowed safety-net providers, including hospital more
Connecticut Institute for Communities Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Connecticut Institute for Communities Inc., Danbury, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. CIFC Health emphasized the operational, financial, and patient-care risks the pilot program would impose on Community Health Centers.
CIFC Health underscored the critical role the 340B program plays in enabling it to provide afford more
Consumer Reports Urges Specific Safety Standards for Automated Driving Systems in Response to NHTSA Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Consumer Reports, Yonkers, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration concerning the agency's notice of proposed rulemaking. The proposal aims to amend Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards No. 103 and FMVSS No. 104 to exempt vehicles equipped with automated driving systems lacking manually operated controls from current visibility and windshield performance requirements.
Consumer Reports recognizes that the existin more
Craneware Group Raises Concerns Over HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Craneware Group, Deerfield Beach, Florida, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the agency's proposal for a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization, which offers financial, compliance, and operational infrastructure solutions to hospitals and health systems nationwide, provided an analysis of 2025 prescription and medical transactions that underscored the potential financial and opera more
CrescentCare Urges HRSA To Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- CrescentCare, New Orleans, Louisiana, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. CrescentCare warns that the pilot would impose serious financial and operational risks on community health centers that serve vulnerable populations nationwide.
The organization highlights that the 340B Drug Pricing Program has for decades enabled CHCs to provide out more
CurePSP Urges VA to Expand Neurodegenerative Disease Review to Include Parkinsonian Diseases
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- CurePSP, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs urging an expansion of the VA's ongoing review of scientific literature and historical claims data relating to military environmental exposures and neurodegenerative diseases. CurePSP emphasized the importance of including progressive supranuclear palsy, corticobasal degeneration, and multiple system atrophy alongside Parkinson's disease in the review currently conducted by the more
Dallas County Medical Center Urges HRSA to Abandon 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Dallas County Medical Center submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The hospital detailed substantial concerns about the proposed rebate model and urged HRSA to consider alternative approaches for deduplication between the 340B Drug Pricing Program and the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program.
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Damien Center Opposes HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Damien Center, Indianapolis, Indiana, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The Indiana-based community health center, which serves people living with HIV and other vulnerable populations, expressed deep concerns about the administrative and financial impacts of shifting from upfront discounts to a rebate-based drug pricing model under the 340B program.
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DC Primary Care Association Urges HRSA to Reject Mandatory 340B Rebate Model for Community Health Centers
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The DC Primary Care Association submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration addressing the agency's Request for Information on the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Representing eight community health centers in D.C. that serve over 184,000 patients, DCPCA strongly opposed a mandatory rebate model for 340B covered entities, citing substantial financial and operational risks to CHCs and their low-income patients.
DCPCA emp more
Denver Health Raises Concerns Over 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Impact
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Denver Health, Colorado, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The comprehensive health system, which serves over 280,000 patients annually through its hospital, community health centers, school-based clinics, and other pediatric and primary care facilities, warns that the rebate model threatens to destabilize it more
Dignity Health Woodland Memorial Hospital Opposes HRSA 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Dignity Health Woodland Memorial Hospital, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the implementation of a rebate model under the 340B drug discount program. The hospital administration voiced concerns about replacing the long-standing upfront discount system with a rebate mechanism, emphasizing that such a move would impose excessive costs and operational burdens on covered entities like themselves.
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Dr. Dan C. Trigg Memorial Hospital Urges HRSA Against 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Dr. Dan C. Trigg Memorial Hospital, Tucumcari, New Mexico, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The hospital opposes HRSA's Request for Information on implementing a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program, warning that such a change would threaten the financial stability of rural hospitals and restrict access to healthcare in underserved areas.
The hospital emphasized t more
Duke University Health System Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Duke University Health System has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter underscores Duke's preference for maintaining the current upfront discount approach to the 340B drug pricing program, which the health system says effectively supports its mission to extend care and services to vulnerable patient populations.
Duke argues that transitioning to a r more
Dun & Bradstreet Urges Risk-Based Approach in Comments to Federal Trade Commission on Negative Option Rule
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Dun & Bradstreet, Jacksonville, Florida, a global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission addressing the Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the Negative Option Rule concerning prenotification negative option plans. The letter emphasizes D&B's support for core marketing principles that include clear disclosure, consumer awareness, and straightforward cancellation mechanisms while advocatin more
Edgefield County Healthcare Urges HRSA to Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Edgefield County Healthcare, South Carolina, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The facility advises against replacing the longstanding upfront discount model under the 340B program with a rebate mechanism, citing substantial administrative burdens, financial risks, and adverse impacts on patient care.
In its letter, Edgefield County Healthcare underscores that a more
Eli Lilly Supports 340B Rebate Model to Enhance Transparency and Compliance
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Eli Lilly and Co., Indianapolis, Indiana, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration addressing the agency's Request for Information (RFI) on the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. As a member of the Pharmaceutical Researchers and Manufacturers Association of America (PhRMA), Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO), and National Pharmaceutical Council (NPC), Lilly aligns with their input and urges HRSA to consider a rebate mode more
Ellsworth County Medical Center Voices Concern Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model Impact on Financial Stability
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Ellsworth County Medical Center, Kansas, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B drug rebate model. The hospital emphasized the potential financial risks that the new rebate system could pose to small rural hospitals that operate on narrow margins and rely on predictable cash flow for budgeting.
The letter highlights that under the curre more
Entratus Proposes AI-Powered Solutions to CMS for Combating Fraud in Healthcare Marketplaces
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Entratus LLC submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services responding to the agency's Request for Information on Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare. The letter addresses CMS's efforts to strengthen program integrity, enhance consumer protection, and reduce fraud, waste, and abuse in federal healthcare programs, particularly within the Federally Facilitated Exchange and State-Based Exchanges.
Entratus outlines ho more
Erie Family Health Centers Urges HRSA to Exempt Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Erie Family Health Centers, Chicago, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Erie urges HRSA to exempt health centers from the program or, at minimum, implement safeguards to mitigate potential harm.
Erie conveyed that the 340B Drug Pricing Program is essential for making medications affordable and sustaining comprehensive healthcare service more
Eskenazi Health Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Eskenazi Health, Marion County, Indiana, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the implementation of a rebate-based model for the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The letter details concerns about the operational, financial, and patient access risks such a shift would pose.
Eskenazi Health has been a participant in the 340B Program since the late 1990s and relies heavily on th more
Essentia Health Urges CMS for Targeted Oversight to Prevent Healthcare Fraud
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Essentia Health, Duluth, Minnesota, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services in response to the agency's Request for Information regarding the Comprehensive Regulations To Uncover Suspicious Healthcare initiative. The letter addresses CMS's efforts to enhance program integrity by identifying fraud, waste, and abuse within federal health programs, and provides recommendations to balance regulatory vigilance with operational efficien more
Exelixis Urges HRSA to Implement Comprehensive 340B Rebate Model to Address Program Integrity Issues
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Exelixis Inc., Alameda, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration advocating for the adoption of a retrospective rebate approach in the 340B Drug Pricing Program. Exelixis emphasized that shifting from the current upfront discount system to a rebate model would enhance compliance and transparency, addressing widespread abuses in the program.
In its letter, Exelixis expressed concern over persistent violations of 340 more
Fair Housing Council of Oregon Opposes HUD Proposal to End Prorated Housing Assistance for Mixed-Eligibility Families
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Fair Housing Council of Oregon submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to the proposed amendments to 24 CFR Sec. 5.506(b)(2), part of the Housing and Community Development Act of 190 relating to verification of eligible status for federal housing assistance. FHCO, Oregon's only private nonprofit focused on eliminating illegal housing discrimination, contends that the amendments, which would requir more
Fair Housing Justice Center Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Verification of Eligible Status
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Fair Housing Justice Center (FHJC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing a proposed rulemaking related to verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980 (Docket No.: FR-6524-P-01). The FHJC argues that the rule threatens housing opportunities for thousands of immigrant families and violates HUD's obligation to affirmatively further fair housing.
According to the more
Feeding New York State Urges USDA to Maintain Critical Food Security Data Supplement
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Feeding New York State submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service addressing the agency's Request for Information on Opportunities, Challenges, and Emerging Areas in Statistical Data, Analysis, and Research. The statewide association, representing New York's 10 food banks and thousands of affiliated organizations combatting hunger, emphasized the indispensable role of the Food Security Supplement to the Current Popula more
Fieldale Farms Endorses USDA Proposal to Increase Poultry Line Speeds
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Fieldale Farms Corp. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service expressing support for the agency's proposed rule to increase maximum line speed rates for young chicken and turkey establishments operating under the New Poultry Inspection System. The family-owned and vertically integrated broiler producer, based in Northeast Georgia, emphasizes the benefits of the proposed changes for the poultry industry, more
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Fonterra Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service regarding proposed amendments to the Dairy Tariff-Rate Quota Import Licensing Program. The dairy ingredient importer conveyed apprehension about suggested revisions that could affect TRQ administration and utilization, particularly the advance of the surrender and reallocation.
Fonterra (USA) Inc., with its headquarters in Chicago and about 80 employees more
Food & Water Watch Urges USDA to Restore Key Food Security Survey and Enhance Agricultural Consolidation Data
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Food and Water Watch submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service emphasizing the need to restore the Food Security Supplement to the Current Population Survey and to enhance data on consolidation within the U.S. food system. The letter was issued in response to the ERS's Request for Information on Opportunities, Challenges, and Emerging Areas in Statistical Data, Analysis, and Research.
Food & Water Watch highlighted more
Fordland Clinic Urges HRSA to Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Fordland Clinic, Missouri, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The clinic detailed several operational and financial concerns that the rebate model would impose, particularly given its small size and limited operating margins.
Fordland Clinic outlined that under the rebate model, their annual working capital would need to increase by about $1.35 millio more
Gardner Health Services Urges HRSA To Exempt Community Health Centers From Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Gardner Health Services has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The nonprofit federally qualified health center based in San Jose, California, highlights the severe operational and financial risks the pilot program would pose to community health centers nationwide.
The 340B program enables CHCs to purchase outpatient medications at discounted prices to more
Golden Valley Health Centers Warns of Severe Risks From Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Golden Valley Health Centers, Atwater, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The health centers urge HRSA to exempt Community Health Centers from the pilot, highlighting projected financial losses, operational complexities, and threats to patient access to affordable medication.
Golden Valley Health Centers emphasizes that the p more
GPA Midstream Association Supports ExxonMobil's Preemption Request on Hazardous Material Transportation Standards
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The GPA Midstream Association submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration within the U.S. Department of Transportation. The letter presents a rebuttal supporting ExxonMobil Corp.'s request for a preemption determination regarding state laws regulating hazardous material transportation.
GPA Midstream asserts that the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act (HMTA) establishes broad and uniform standards that preempt confli more
Grady Health System Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Citing High Costs and Patient Care Risks
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Grady Health System, Atlanta, Georgia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Grady asserts that switching from the long-standing upfront discount model to a rebate-based mechanism would impose substantial administrative costs and operational burdens, ultimately threatening patient care for vulnerable populations more
Grand Rapids Housing Commission Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Eligibility Verification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Grand Rapids Housing Commission, Michigan, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule titled "Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status." The GRHC, which manages public housing and voucher programs in Michigan's Kent and Ottawa Counties, cautioned that the proposal would separate families, destabilize communities, and contradict current law without e more
Great Lakes Bay Health Centers Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Great Lakes Bay Health Centers, Saginaw, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter warns that this pilot program poses significant operational and financial risks to Community Health Centers, threatening their ability to provide essential healthcare services and affordable medications to vulnerable populations.
GLBHC emphasized that more
Greater Lawrence Family Health Center Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers from 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Greater Lawrence Family Health Center Inc., Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. GLFHC highlighted the operational, financial, and patient-care risks that this program poses to Community Health Centers, urging HRSA to exempt CHCs from participation.
GLFHC emphasized that the 340B Program is essential for CHCs to address health disparitie more
Greater Regional Health Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Greater Regional Health (GRH), a hospital located in Creston, Iowa, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration. The letter expresses opposition to the proposed implementation of a rebate-based mechanism in the 340B Drug Pricing Program, including any pilot program that would replace the existing upfront discount model.
GRH emphasized that the current upfront discount system is eff more
Gulf Health Hospitals Raises Concerns Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Gulf Health Hospitals Inc. DBA North Baldwin Infirmary and Mobile Infirmary Medical Center, Alabama, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about a potential 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter responds to HRSA's Request for Information (RFI) regarding the possible implementation of a rebate model designed to address deduplication of discounts under the 340B Program and the Medicare Drug Price more
Harris Health Urges HRSA to Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Citing High Costs and Risks
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Harris Health of Houston submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The integrated healthcare system, which serves Harris County residents regardless of their ability to pay, emphasized the critical role the current 340B upfront discount program plays in supporting its operations and patient care.
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Health Care District of Palm Beach County Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Health Care District of Palm Beach County, West Palm Beach, Florida, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The District, a key safety-net provider operating community health centers in Palm Beach County, warned that the shift from upfront manufacturer discounts to a rebate-based pricing system poses serious financial, operational, and patient care ris more
Health Services of North Texas Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Health Services of North Texas Inc., Denton, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. HSNT urged the agency to exempt CHCs from the program, warning that the model poses a severe threat to the financial stability of safety-net providers and their ability to serve vulnerable populations.
HSNT outlined how participation in the existing 340B Drug Pricing Progr more
HealthLinc Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- HealthLinc, Valparaiso, Indiana, has issued a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization warns that the pilot program would destabilize safety-net providers such as Community Health Centers and threaten access to affordable medications for vulnerable populations.
In the letter, HealthLinc explains that the 340B program helps CHCs offer outpatient medicat more
HealthPoint Calls on HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- HealthPoint has submitted a public comment letter urging the Health Resources and Services Administration to exempt CHCs from the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter outlines concerns that the pilot program would impose substantial financial and operational burdens on CHCs, jeopardizing their ability to provide affordable medications to vulnerable patients.
HealthPoint emphasizes that the 340B Drug Pricing Program has been critical in enabling CHCs to se more
Heartland Alliance Health Urges HRSA to Exempt FQHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Heartland Alliance Health, Chicago, Illinois, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration concerning the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. HAH cautioned that shifting from the longstanding upfront discount approach to a post-sale rebate mechanism would impose severe financial and administrative burdens on FQHCs, undermining the original statutory objectives of the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
HAH emphasized that FQ more
Heartland Health Services Urges HRSA To Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Heartland Health Services, Peoria, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program proposed by the agency. The letter outlines concerns about the operational, financial, and patient care impacts that the pilot program would impose on Community Health Centers nationwide, urging HRSA to exempt CHCs from participating.
Heartland Health Services details that the p more
HIV/AIDS Alliance Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The HIV/AIDS Alliance for Region Two Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter highlights the potential operational, financial, and patient care risks this pilot poses to community health centers nationwide.
OHCC warns that shifting 340B program responsibility from manufacturers to safety-net providers through this rebate model threatens to more
Home Forward Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Immigration Status Verification for Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Home Forward, the public housing authority (PHA) in Portland, Oregon, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to HUD's proposed rule to amend Section 214 regulations under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. The proposal would require PHAs to verify the eligible immigration status of all applicants and recipients of housing assistance.
Home Forward, which serves over 14,000 residen more
HOMETOWN Health Center Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- HOMETOWN Health Center, Palmyra, Maine, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization emphasized that the proposed rebate shift from manufacturers to safety-net providers threatens the financial stability and operational capacity of CHCs nationwide.
HOMETOWN Health Center, which serves underserved and rural populations in central Maine by providing primary care more
Hospital Owned Specialty Pharmacy Alliance Urges Caution on 340B Rebate Model Pilot
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Health System Owned Specialty Pharmacy Alliance submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) expressing reservations about implementing a rebate model under the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The alliance, representing health systems and hospitals operating in-house specialty pharmacies, emphasized that the existing upfront discount mechanism is vital for sustaining access to high more
Housing Authority County of San Joaquin Opposes HUD Rule on Verification of Eligible Status
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Housing Authority County of San Joaquin, Stockton, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to the agency's proposed rule regarding the Verification of Eligible Status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. The letter highlights concerns that the proposal will destabilize thousands of lawfully assisted households, disproportionately harming U.S. citizen children, s more
Housing Authority of the County of San Mate Opposes HUD Rule on Verification of Eligible Status
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Housing Authority of the County of San Mateo, Belmont, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to a proposed rule titled "Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status." The letter criticizes the February 20, 2026, proposal for risking harm to tens of thousands of lawfully assisted households and disproportionately affecting U.S. citizen children and se more
Housing Justice Center Opposes HUD's Proposed Rule on Verification of Eligible Status
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Housing Justice Center, Saint Paul, Minnesota, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to the agency's proposed rule on verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. The letter urges HUD to withdraw the rule entirely and maintain its current regulations regarding mixed-status families.
The Housing Justice Center argues that the proposed changes are both more
Housing Matters Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Verification of Eligible Status
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Housing Matters, Santa Cruz County, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the department's proposed rule regarding the Verification of Eligible Status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. The organization expressed concerns that the rule would destabilize families, increase homelessness, and undermine the effectiveness of federal housing assistance programs.
The public comment le more
Howard Brown Health Urges HRSA to Halt 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Howard Brown Health, Chicago, Illinois, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization, one of the largest federally qualified health centers in the Midwest, warns that the pilot program poses serious financial and operational risks to community health centers and threatens access to affordable medications for millions of vulnerable patients.
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Huggins Hospital Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Citing Burdens on Rural Healthcare
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Huggins Hospital, Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services opposing the potential implementation of a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The hospital expressed concerns that a rebate model would impose excessive administrative and financial burdens on their rural healthcare operations.
The hospital emphasized that the existing 340B discount mod more
Hunger Free Vermont Urges USDA to Maintain Critical Food Security Data Collection
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Hunger Free Vermont, South Burlington, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding its Request for Information on Opportunities, Challenges, and Emerging Areas in Statistical Data, Analysis, and Research. The letter highlights the importance of the Food Security Supplement to the Current Population Survey and the programs of the Economic Research Service and National Agricultural Statistics Service for understanding food insecurity in more
Hunter Health Clinic Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Hunter Health Clinic Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter highlights the operational, financial, and patient care risks the pilot model would impose on Community Health Centers and Urban Indian Health Programs, urging HRSA to exempt these entities from participation.
Hunter Health Clinic emphasized the critical role the 340B program play more
Indiana Farm Bureau Urges USDA to Improve Timeliness and Regional Relevance of Agricultural Data
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Indiana Farm Bureau, Indianapolis, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding opportunities, challenges, and emerging areas in statistical data, analysis, and research. The letter addressed the Economic Research Service, National Agricultural Statistics Service, and the Office of the Chief Economist's World Agricultural Outlook Board, emphasizing the need for the USDA to enhance the practical utility of its agricultural data prod more
Indiana University Health Urges HRSA to Preserve Current 340B Discount Model and Cautions Against Rebate Pilot Expansion
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Indiana University Health has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration addressing proposed changes to the 340B Drug Pricing Program through a rebate model pilot program. IU Health detailed operational, financial, and patient-care concerns related to transitioning from the existing upfront point-of-purchase discount to a Wholesale Acquisition Cost-then-rebate structure under the pilot program.
IU Health outlined that its e more
Inova Health Raises Concerns Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Inova Health submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration outlining its reservations about the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Inova cautioned that transitioning to a rebate structure would fundamentally change the long-standing design and operation of the 340B program and could jeopardize its ability to continue offering affordable healthcare to vulnerable populations.
Inova detailed that a rebate model would i more
Institute for Family Health Warns HRSA Against Mandatory 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Institute for Family Health, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns regarding the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Serving nearly 100,000 patients annually across 27 locations in New York City and the Mid-Hudson Valley, the institute emphasized the 340B program's foundational role in providing affordable medications and suppo more
International Community Health Services Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- International Community Health Services, Seattle, Washington state, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. ICHS cautioned that shifting rebate responsibilities from manufacturers to safety-net providers like Community Health Centers threatens to destabilize pharmacy operations and limit access to affordable medications for medically underserved populations more
Jane Pauley Community Health Center Seeks Exemption From HRSA's 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Jane Pauley Community Health Center, Indianapolis, Indiana, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter outlines concerns that the transition from manufacturer discounts to a rebate-based system would destabilize community health centers' pharmacy operations and threaten access to affordable medications for vulnerable patients.
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Jefferson Health Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Citing Financial and Privacy Concerns
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Jefferson Health Corp., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Jefferson Health urged HRSA to maintain the longstanding upfront discount model utilized by the 340B Drug Pricing Program, warning that switching to a rebate mechanism would impose excessive financial burdens and administrative more
Jericho Road Community Health Center Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Jericho Road Community Health Center, Buffalo, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The community health center outlined the potential operational and financial risks this model poses to community health centers nationwide, emphasizing the pivotal role the existing 340B Drug Pricing Program plays in serving vulnerable patient populations.
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Kentucky Agriculture Dept. Supports USDA Proposal to Allow Flexible Swine Slaughter Line Speeds
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service expressing support for the agency's proposed rule on maximum line speeds under the New Swine Slaughter Inspection System. The proposal would enable establishments operating under the NSIS to determine their own line speeds based on their ability to maintain stringent food safety controls.
The department endo more
Kentucky Hospital Association Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Kentucky Hospital Association, Louisville, representing all hospitals and health systems in Kentucky, including 79 participants in the 340B drug pricing program, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program initiated by the Health Resources and Services Administration. KHA expressed opposition to replacing the long-standing upfront discount model with a rebate mechanism more
Kokua Kalihi Valley Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Kokua Kalihi Valley Comprehensive Family Services, Honolulu, Hawaii, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns over the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. KKV, a community health center serving a predominantly low-income population in the 96819 zip code area of Hawaii, outlined the operational and financial risks posed by transferring rebate responsibilities from drug manufacturers to safety-net provid more
LA Food Policy Council and HEAL Food Alliance Denounce USDA Plan to Accelerate Swine Slaughter Speeds, Citing Worker Safety Risks
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Los Angeles Food Policy Council and HEAL Food Alliance submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture opposing plans to raise the processing line speeds in swine slaughterhouses. These organizations, representing food security advocates and farmworker coalitions, emphasize worker safety concerns in response to the USDA's proposals under the New Swine Slaughter Inspection System (NSIS).
The groups highlighted that current industrial slaughterh more
Lac Vieux Tribes Urges HRSA Clarification on 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Reimbursement Practices
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians and the Lac Vieux Desert Health Center, Watersmeet, Michigan, have submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services concerning payer practices under the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The letter highlights emerging concerns with commercial payers conditioning reimbursement on verification of 340B eligibility for dispensed med more
Lamoille Health Partners Urges HRSA To Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Lamoille Health Partners Inc., Morristown, Vermont, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization, which serves vulnerable populations through Community Health Centers, warned that the shift from direct manufacturer discounts to a rebate-based system threatens the financial stability and operational viability of CHC pharmacies nationwide.
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Lane Regional Medical Center Opposes HRSA 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Lane Regional Medical Center, Zachary, Louisiana, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The medical center cautions that shifting the 340B Drug Pricing Program from a prospective discount model to a rebate-based system will create financial risks and administrative burdens, impacting patient care services supported by the program.
In its letter, Lane more
Lawrence County Hospital Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Lawrence County Hospital has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The Critical Access Hospital located in Monticello, Mississippi, serving a rural community with limited healthcare access, emphasized the model's potential to disrupt operations and threaten patient care.
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Legal Action Center Urges CMS to Prioritize Consumer Access Over Fraud Crackdown in Health Coverage
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Legal Action Center, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The letter addresses CMS's Request for Information related to comprehensive regulations aimed at uncovering suspicious healthcare practices.
LAC highlighted concerns that the current rhetoric around fraud, waste, and abuse has often resulted in punitive measures that disproportionately impact older more
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Housing Eligibility Verification
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to a proposed rule regarding verification of eligible immigration status in HUD-assisted housing programs. The proposed rule (Docket No.: FR-6524-P-01), published on Feb. 20, 2026, would change longstanding policies supporting mixed status families and impose significant new verification requirements on housin more
Long Term Care Community Coalition Calls for Greater Transparency in Nursing Home Finance to Protect Residents
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Long Term Care Community Coalition, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing concerns related to opaque nursing home ownership and financial practices. The letter focuses on CMS's Request for Information regarding regulations aimed at uncovering suspicious healthcare financial arrangements under the Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare initiative.
The coalition highlighted systemic is more
Los Angeles Housing Dept. Opposes HUD Proposal on Verification of Eligible Status
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Los Angeles Housing Department, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to the agency's proposed rulemaking regarding the Verification of Eligible Status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. LAHD emphasized concerns that the proposal would destabilize housing for thousands of residents and worsen the national homelessness crisis.
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Los Barrios Unidos Community Clinic Expresses Concern Over 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Impact
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Los Barrios Unidos Community Clinic Inc., Dallas, Texas, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. LBU outlined its concerns about the potential financial and operational hardships the pilot program would impose on the clinic and its patients.
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Matthew 25 AIDS Services Strongly Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Citing Risks to Patient Care and Financial Stability
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Matthew 25 AIDS Services Inc., Henderson, Kentucky, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program proposed by HRSA's Office of Pharmacy Affairs. The organization expressed concerns that implementing this rebate model would threaten patient access, increase financial risks, and impose substantial administrative burdens that could undermine the sustainability of essential health services.
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McLeod Health Raises Concerns Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- McLeod Health, Florence, South Carolina, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing aspects of the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter, responding to HRSA's Request for Information, outlines operational, financial, and patient care risks associated with shifting from an upfront discount pricing system to a rebate-based model under the 340B program.
MCDI emphasized that the current 340B program more
Meat Institute Backs FSIS Proposal to Raise Poultry Processing Line Speeds
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Meat Institute, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the Food Safety and Inspection Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture in support of the agency's proposed rule to increase maximum line speeds for chicken and turkey establishments operating under the New Poultry Inspection System. The letter endorsed FSIS's plan to enable establishments to adjust line speeds based on their ability to maintain process control while ensuring the agency's i more
Memorial Health System Opposes Shift to Rebate Model for 340B Drug Pricing Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Memorial Health System, Hollywood, Florida, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to HRSA's proposal to replace the longstanding upfront discount system with a rebate-based model. HRSA is exploring a rebate pilot program covering 25 drugs, including 10 under Medicare Part D for 2026 and an additional 15 for 2027, intended to address pricing under the 340B program.
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MemorialCare Health System Raises Concerns Over HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- MemorialCare Health System, Fountain Valley, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the agency's Request for Information on the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The health system's letter, representing three of its hospitals participating in the 340B program, outlines concerns about HRSA's considerations to replace upfront 340B discounts with backend rebates for certain drugs starting in 2 more
Mercy Medical Center Redding Opposes Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Mercy Medical Center Redding, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter articulates concerns over the shift from the longstanding upfront drug discount system to a rebate-based model under the 340B drug discount program.
Mercy Medical Center Redding emphasized that the current upfront discount model has effectively supported their miss more
MetroHealth Opposes HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The MetroHealth System has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the implementation of a 340B rebate-based pricing model under the 340B Drug Pricing Program. As the super safety-net county hospital system for Cuyahoga County, Ohio, MetroHealth plays a crucial role in providing care to vulnerable populations, most of whom are covered by government insurance or uninsured.
MetroHealth outlined in its l more
Midtown Community Health Center Urges HRSA To Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Midtown Community Health Center, Ogden, Utah, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The community health center highlights that the shift from upfront manufacturer discounts to a rebate model, requiring purchase of drugs at full wholesale prices before reimbursement, poses serious financial, operational, and patient care risks to federally qualified h more
Minnesota Hospital Association Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Minnesota Hospital Association, St. Paul, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed shift from an upfront discount model to a rebate model under the 340B Drug Pricing Program. Representing 139 member hospitals and health systems across Minnesota, including urban medical centers and rural critical access hospitals, MHA emphasized that the 340B more
Minnesota Housing Partnership Opposes HUD's Proposed Rule on Verification of Eligible Status for Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Minnesota Housing Partnership has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to the agency's proposed rule change concerning the verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. The opposition is centered on the proposed requirement that every household member in HUD-assisted housing must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or have eligible immigration status, rather more
Moses Lake Community Health Center Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs from 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Moses Lake Community Health Center, Washington state, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. MLCHC highlights the financial, operational, and patient care risks the proposed shift to a rebate model imposes on community health centers nationwide.
MLCHC emphasized that the 340B program is critical to supporting safety-net providers in delivering affordable more
Mountain Park Health Center Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers from the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Mountain Park Health Center, Phoenix, Arizona, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns over the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Mountain Park, a federally qualified health center operating 11 clinics in the Phoenix metropolitan area, highlights the significant operational and financial risks this rebate model would pose to community health centers nationwide.
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N.C. Agriculture & Consumer Services Dept. Urges USDA to Enhance Agricultural Data and Reporting
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Division of Soil and Water Conservation, Raleigh, has submitted a public comment letter to the Economic Research Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture outlining needs and challenges related to agricultural data products. The letter emphasizes how data from USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service and ERS supports the state's efforts to document and manage nutrient runoff in key North Carolin more
N.M. Environment Dept. Criticizes Forest Service Proposed Rule on Locatable Minerals
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The New Mexico Environment Department submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Forest Service addressing concerns over the agency's proposed rule on locatable minerals. The proposed regulation aims to modernize mineral operation reviews on National Forest System lands by introducing a three-tier operational system and aligning regulations with the Bureau of Land Management.
NMED objects to elements of the proposal, warning that it could weaken environmental safeguar more
National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions Urges Transparency and Reform in 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Representing coalitions of employers and purchasers providing health benefits to over 90 million Americans, the National Alliance expressed support for the original goals of the 340B Drug Pricing Program while raising concerns about current more
National Apartment Association, Multifamily Housing Council Warn HUD Proposed Immigration Verification Rule Could Harm Providers and Residents
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The National Apartment Association, Arlington, Virginia and the National Multifamily Housing Council submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing concerns about HUD's Proposed Rule on Verification of Eligible Status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. The organizations, representing multifamily housing providers across the nation, outlined how the rule could impose significant administrative burd more
National Association of Residential Property Managers Raises Concerns Over HUD Proposed Rule on Housing Choice Voucher Eligibility Verification
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The National Association of Residential Property Managers, Chesapeake, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing concerns about the department's proposed rule on verifying eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. NARPM, representing thousands of professional residential property managers nationwide who manage single-family and small residential properties participating in more
National Association of Specialty Pharmacy Urges HRSA to Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The National Association of Specialty Pharmacy has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the implementation of a rebate model pilot program under the 340B Drug Pricing Program. NASP's letter expresses concerns regarding the financial and operational impacts that a shift from the current upfront discount model to a rebate model would have on specialty pharmacies operating more
National Council of Urban Indian Health Seeks Exemption From HRSA's 340B Rebate Program for Urban Indian Organizations
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The National Council of Urban Indian Health submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the agency's 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. NCUIH outlined concerns that the program could impose administrative and financial burdens on Indian Health Care Providers, including UIOs, potentially limiting access to vital medications for American Indian and Alaska Native patients in urban areas.
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National Housing Law Project Urges USDA to Improve Rural Housing Data Transparency and Accessibility
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The National Housing Law Project, San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture addressing data and research gaps in the agency's Rural Development housing programs. In response to a USDA request for information, NHLP emphasized the role that USDA's multifamily and single-family housing programs play in rural communities, where they often represent the sole source of affordable rental housing and home financing options. more
National Immigration Law Center Urges Withdrawal of HUD Proposed Rule on Immigrant Eligibility Verification
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The National Immigration Law Center, Los Angeles, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development urging the agency to withdraw its proposed rule titled Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status. The NILC expressed opposition to the proposal, warning that it would put nearly 80,000 people at risk of eviction and homelessness and exacerbate housing insecurity across low-income commun more
National Milk Producers Federation Urges USDA to Enhance Dairy Data Products and Reporting
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The National Milk Producers Federation, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture in response to the agency's Request for Information on Opportunities, Challenges, and Emerging Areas in Statistical Data, Analysis, and Research. The letter emphasizes the pivotal role that USDA data produced by the Economic Research Service, National Agricultural Statistics Service, and the Office of the Chief Economist's World Agricultural more
National Safety Council Opposes Poultry Line Speed Increases in FSIS Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The National Safety Council, Itasca, Illinois, submitted a public comment letter to the United States Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service expressing opposition to the agency's proposed rule increasing maximum line speeds in young chicken and turkey establishments under the New Poultry Inspection System. NSC, a longstanding nonprofit safety advocate, raised concerns that the proposed changes prioritize production efficiency at the expense of worker more
National Safety Council Opposes Removal of Line Speed Limits and Worker Safety Oversight in Swine Inspection System
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The National Safety Council, Itasca, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service expressing concern about the agency's proposed rule to eliminate numeric line speed limits under the New Swine Slaughter Inspection System. The NSC critiques the proposal for prioritizing production efficiency over worker safety, warning that it undermines injury prevention principles in a high-hazard environment.
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National Taxpayers Union Urges HRSA to Proceed With 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The National Taxpayers Union has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program (Docket No.: HRSA-2026-03042). The letter addresses the potential use of rebates to implement ceiling prices under the 340B Drug Pricing Program and highlights the fiscal impact on taxpayers.
NTU emphasizes the growing burden that federal health care programs impo more
Nebraska Appleseed Opposes USDA Proposal to Increase Pork Processing Line Speeds
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Nebraska Appleseed, Lincoln, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service opposing the agency's proposed rule to increase maximum line speeds under the New Swine Slaughter Inspection System. The comment raises concerns that raising processing speeds would exacerbate already hazardous working conditions for meatpacking employees and threaten both worker safety and food safety.
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Nebraska Farmers Union Opposes USDA Proposal to Increase Meat Processing Line Speeds
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Nebraska Farmers Union, Lincoln, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service opposing proposed amendments to increase maximum line speeds under the New Swine Slaughter Inspection System and other meat processing lines. The organization cautioned that proposed speed increases threaten worker safety, food safety, and the overall reliability of the nation's meat supply chain.
NeFU emphasized that the assembl more
Neighborhood Health Center of WNY Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Neighborhood Health Center of WNY Inc., Buffalo, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The community health center, which serves over 34,000 patients and facilitates nearly 200,000 340B transactions annually, emphasized that the pilot threatens the financial stability and operational capacity of community health centers nationwide.
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New Horizon Health Center Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- New Horizon Health Center, Brownsville, Texas, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization highlights the financial, operational, and patient care risks that community health centers nationwide face if the pilot program moves forward without exemptions for these safety-net providers.
New Horizon Health Center outlined in its letter that th more
New Horizons Healthcare Raises Concerns Over 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- New Horizons Healthcare Pharmacy, Roanoke, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing operational and clinical concerns about the proposed transition of the 340B Drug Pricing Program from a discount to a rebate model. The healthcare provider emphasized that this shift, alongside impending Maximum Fair Price pricing cuts and the end of penny pricing, threatens the financial foundation critical to their abi more
New York City Bar Association Animal Law Committee Opposes FSIS Proposal to Increase Poultry and Swine Slaughterhouse Line Speeds
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The New York City Bar Association Animal Law Committee has submitted a public comment letter strongly opposing proposed rules by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service that would increase maximum line speed rates for poultry and swine slaughterhouses. The committee argues that the proposed rules exceed the statutory authority granted by the Poultry Products Inspection Act and the Federal Meat Inspection Act, threaten consumer safety, weaken more
New York State Homes & Community Renewal Opposes HUD's Proposed Rule on Immigration Status Verification in Federal Housing
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- New York State Homes and Community Renewal Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to HUD's Proposed Rule that mandates immigration status verification for all family members residing in households receiving federal housing assistance. NYSHCR, which coordinates several New York State agencies focused on affordable housing, argues the rule threatens affordable housi more
Nez Perce Tribal Chairman Wheeler Urges Stronger Protections in Forest Service Mining Regulations to Safeguard Treaty Rights
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Nez Perce Tribal Chairman Shannon F. Wheeler has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service regarding the agency's proposed revisions to locatable minerals regulations. The Tribe emphasized the importance of the Forest Service updating its regulations to better protect the tribe's treaty-reserved rights and the natural resources on public lands managed by the agency.
The Nez Perce Tribe, Lapwai, Idaho, highlighted its historic more
NGFA and NAEGA Urge APHIS for Prompt Review of Bayer CropScience's Soybean Deregulation Petition
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The National Grain and Feed Association and the North American Export Grain Association have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service regarding Bayer CropScience's petition to deregulate an insect-resistant soybean developed using genetic engineering. The associations emphasize the need for a science-based biotechnology regulatory policy that encourages innovation while protecting U.S. agriculture's more
North American Raspberry & Blackberry Association Urges USDA to Reinstate Blackberry Crop Data Reporting
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The North American Raspberry & Blackberry Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service requesting the reinstatement of blackberry crop data reporting. NARBA, a membership organization representing hundreds of growers, researchers, and stakeholders across the U.S. caneberry industry, emphasized the urgent need for the USDA to resume publishing comprehensive blackberry data to support market analysis and polic more
North Broward Hospital District Opposes HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- North Broward Hospital District, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing a proposed transition from upfront 340B drug discounts to a rebate-based pricing model. The letter responds to HRSA's Request for Information on a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program that would apply to 25 drugs starting in 2026 and 2027.
Broward Health, a public hospital system in Florida participating in the 340B prog more
North Carolina Blockchain + AI Backs Treasury's GENIUS Act Regulatory Framework Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- North Carolina Blockchain + AI, Raleigh, North Carolina, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury in support of the Treasury's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on broad-based principles for assessing whether state-level regulatory regimes are substantially similar to federal regulations under the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act.
NCB+AI expressed endorsement of the Treasury's proposed regulatory framew more
North Carolina State University Professor Urges USDA to Reject Expansion of Korean Sweet Potato Imports Over Pest Concerns
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Adrienne M. Gorny, associate professor in the Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology at North Carolina State University, Raleigh, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture opposing a proposal to expand sweet potato imports from the Republic of Korea.
Gorny's letter highlights two nematode species identified in the agency's own Risk Management Document (RMD) as requiring pest risk management: Ditylenchus destructor and Pratylenchus prat more
Northern Nevada HOPES Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Northern Nevada HOPES, Reno, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization cautions that this shift from an upfront discount model to a retrospective rebate system threatens the financial stability of Community Health Centers and jeopardizes patient access to affordable medications.
Northern Nevada HOPES, a nonprofit federally qualified hea more
Northridge Hospital Medical Center Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Northridge Hospital Medical Center, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The hospital expressed concerns about the shift from an upfront discount model to a rebate model under the 340B drug discount program, arguing that such a change would impose substantial costs and burdens that outweigh any potential benefits.
In the letter, Northridge Hospital Medi more
Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board Urges Exemption From 340B Model Pilot Program Changes
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board, Oregon, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns over the proposed 340B Model Pilot Program. The letter addresses the potential negative impacts on Tribally operated health systems serving 43 federally recognized Indian Tribes across Idaho, Oregon, and Washington.
The NPAIHB represents Tribal organizations under th more
Oaklawn Hospital Raises Concerns Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Oaklawn Hospital, Marshall, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration in response to the agency's Request for Information on the potential implementation of a 340B rebate model pilot program. The hospital outlined a series of critical questions and concerns regarding the shift from the traditional upfront discount approach to a rebate model that could impact their ability to support vulnerable patient populati more
Ochsner Health Urges Caution on 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Ochsner Health submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services raising concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter outlines the potential financial and operational challenges the pilot program could create for hospitals that rely on the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
Ochsner Health, which includes 47 hospitals and numerous rural healthcare facilities, emphasi more
Ohio State University Hospital Raises Concerns Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Ohio State University has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the Health Resources and Services Administration Office of Pharmacy Affairs request for information on a potential 340B rebate model pilot program. OSUH, an academic health center serving a predominantly Medicare and Medicaid patient base, shared extensive concerns about the risks and costs associated with shifting the current 340B drug pricing pro more
Onvida Health Yuma Medical Center Highlights Concerns Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Onvida Health Yuma Medical Center, Arizona, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in response to the agency's Request for Information on the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter opposes implementing a rebate model to replace the longstanding upfront discount approach utilized by the 340B drug pricing program for covered entities.
Onvida Health, located in Yuma, more
Open Door Community Health Centers Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Open Door Community Health Centers, Arcata, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration addressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization highlighted the operational and financial risks the program poses to Community Health Centers, particularly emphasizing the program's impact on serving low-income, uninsured, and medically underserved patients.
The letter outlines that the more
Osceola Community Health Services Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Osceola Community Health Services (OCHS), operating under Primary Care Medical Services of Poinciana Inc., Kissimmee, Florida, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration addressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. OCHS urged the agency to exempt Community Health Centers (CHCs) from participation, arguing that the pilot would threaten their ability to provide affordable medications to vulnerable patient more
Owensboro Health Raises Concerns Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Owensboro Health Inc. and Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Regional Medical Center Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration in response to the Request for Information regarding the 340B Drug Discount Program proposed rebate model. Both entities, nonprofit acute care hospitals operating in Kentucky, highlighted the potential financial and operational impacts of transitioning from the current 340B upfront discount system to a reb more
Pacific Environment Urges Stronger EPA Emission Standards for Marine Tank Vessel Loading Operations
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Pacific Environment, San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding amendments to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants covering Marine Tank Vessel Loading Operations. The environmental advocacy organization endorses the EPA's proposed rule changes, which include enhanced flare monitoring, required periodic performance testing for non-flare control devices, and the removal of ex more
Pampa Regional Medical Center Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Pampa Regional Medical Center, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services opposing the agency's proposal to implement a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The hospital expressed concerns over the costs and operational burdens a rebate approach could impose compared to the current upfront discount model historically used in the 340B program.
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Parkview Health Warns of Financial and Operational Strain From Proposed 340B Rebate Model
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Parkview Health, Fort Wayne, Indiana, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about HRSA's proposed implementation of a rebate model under Section 340B of the Public Health Service Act. The 340B program enables covered entities like Parkview to purchase outpatient drugs at discounted prices, supporting vital community health services.
In its letter, Parkview detailed the substantial administrative and fina more
Peoples Community Health Clinic Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Peoples Community Health Clinic Inc., Clarksville, Iowa, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The clinic urged HRSA to exempt community health centers from participation, citing concerns over financial, operational, and patient access impacts.
Peoples Clinic, which has provided primary care services for more than five decades and served over 18,000 patients i more
Pet Food Institute Urges USDA to Address Breeding Female Dog Care and Socialization Standards
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Pet Food Institute (PFI), representing major U.S. cat and dog food manufacturers, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service regarding standards for the care of breeding female dogs and the importance of socialization and exercise. PFI emphasized the critical nature of nutrition tailored to the breeding life stage, alongside science-based approaches to socialization and exercise, to enhance cani more
Phelps Health Raises Concerns Over HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Phelps County Regional Medical Center, operating as Phelps Health, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration outlining concerns and questions regarding the agency's contemplated implementation of a 340B rebate model pilot program. As a participant in the 340B drug pricing program serving rural communities in Missouri, Phelps Health emphasized the potential risks such a shift could pose to crucial healthcare safety nets.
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Piggott Health System Urges HRSA to Reconsider 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Piggott Health System has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The hospital emphasizes that the proposed shift from the current upfront discount mechanism to a rebate model would negatively impact patient access to critical medications, especially in rural communities.
Piggott Health System has participated in the 340B program since 2014, which has allo more
Pilgrim's Pride Urges USDA AMS to Reconsider Poultry Grower Payment Systems Rule
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Pilgrim's Pride Corp., Greeley, Colorado, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Marketing Service concerning the agency's proposed delay of the effective date for the Poultry Grower Payment Systems and Capital Improvement Systems regulation, known as the Grower Pay Rule. The company expressed opposition to the rule's implementation in its current form and called on AMS to use the delay period to reassess whether the regul more
Pinto Valley Mining Corp. Criticizes USFS Proposed Locatable Minerals Rule for Hindering Mineral Development
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Pinto Valley Mining Corp., Miami, Arizona, and its parent company Capstone Copper Corp. have submitted a public comment letter to the United States Forest Service expressing concerns about the agency's proposed Locatable Minerals rule. The proposed amendment to 36 CFR Part 228 aims to update regulations governing mining activities on National Forest System lands but, according to Pinto Valley, falls short of Congressional mandates to streamline and expedite permitting for more
Plumas County Community Development Commission Opposes HUD's Proposed Eligibility Verification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Plumas County Community Development Commission, Quincy, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to the agency's proposed rule under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980 regarding the verification of eligible status for federal housing assistance. The PCCDC Board of Commissioners, representing a small rural housing authority in California, highlighted concerns about the har more
Preston-Taylor Community Health Centers Urges HRSA to Exempt From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Preston-Taylor Community Health Centers Inc., Grafton, West Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The health center highlighted substantial financial, operational, and patient care risks associated with shifting rebate responsibilities from manufacturers to safety-net providers, particularly community health centers.
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Prevention 305 Inc. Opposes HRSA 340B Rebate Model Pilot, Warns of Patient and Financial Harm
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Prevention 305 Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration Office of Pharmacy Affairs opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The clinic expressed concerns about the administrative and financial burdens the rebate model would impose and the negative impact on their ability to provide comprehensive care to patients living with HIV/AIDS.
In the letter, Prevention 305 outlines that the 340B program enables Ryan W more
Prism Health North Texas Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Prism Health North Texas, Dallas, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The federally qualified health center-look-alike from Texas expressed opposition to including community health centers (CHCs) in the pilot, citing substantial financial, administrative, and operational burdens that would jeopardize patient c more
Public Advocates Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Housing Assistance Verification
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Public Advocates Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule titled "Verification of Eligible Status." The rule, published in the Federal Register on February 20, 2026, seeks to revise how HUD verifies eligibility for federal housing assistance, with Public Advocates calling for its complete withdrawal.
The organization contends that the proposed rule contradicts Section 214 of the Hou more
Radiant Industries Urges NRC to Adjust Fee Recovery Structure for Microreactors and Startups
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Radiant Industries LLC, El Segundo, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission regarding the agency's proposed fee schedules and fee recovery rule for Fiscal Year 2026. The letter addresses concerns about the proportionality and predictability of licensing fees for nuclear reactors, particularly advanced microreactors like Radiant's Kaleidos, and advocates for adjustments to the NRC's fee recovery approach to better support more
Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund, United Stockgrowers of America Urges USDA Not to Delay Poultry Grower Payment Systems Rule
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund, United Stockgrowers of America submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture opposing the proposed delay of the Poultry Grower Payment Systems and Capital Improvement Systems rule. The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), a division within USDA, had proposed postponing the rule's effective date, but R-CALF USA called for the agency to implement the rule as scheduled on July 1, 2026.
R-CALF USA, represen more
Reedsburg Area Medical Center Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Reedsburg Area Medical Center, Wisconsin, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to HRSA's proposal to replace the longstanding upfront 340B drug discount model with a rebate-based system. The hospital cautions that moving to a rebate model for 25 specified drugs would impose increased costs and administrative burdens on covered entities that the 340B program was designed to support.
The 340B progra more
Regions Hospital Raises Concerns Over HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Regions Hospital, St. Paul, Minnesota, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing reservations about the potential implementation of a 340B rebate model pilot program. The letter, responding to HRSA's Request for Information on this topic, outlines numerous questions and concerns about the impact such a model could have on safety-net hospitals, patients, and the integrity of the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
Regions more
Rush Memorial Hospital Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rush Memorial Hospital, Rushville, Indiana, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The hospital argues that transitioning from the longstanding upfront discount model to a rebate system would impose excessive administrative costs, operational burdens, and financial risks that outweigh any potential benefits.
In the letter, the hospital emphasizes that more
SAC Health Voices Concerns Over Manufacturer Rebate Models in 340B Drug Pricing Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- SAC Health System, San Bernardino, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding potential changes to the 340B drug pricing program. The organization expressed concerns about the adoption of manufacturer rebate models as an alternative to the traditional upfront 340B pricing mechanism.
SAC Health highlighted that the 340B program plays a crucial role in enabling safety-net providers to access discounted medica more
Safe Food Coalition Urges USDA to Abandon Proposed Rule on Swine Slaughter Line Speeds
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Safe Food Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture opposing a proposed rule that would eliminate maximum line speeds for swine slaughter establishments under the New Swine Slaughter Inspection System. The coalition warns that the rule lacks proper safeguards for worker safety and foodborne illness prevention and calls for the agency to prioritize consumer protection over industrial profit.
The coalition critiques the rule more
Saint Joseph Health Opposes HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Saint Joseph Health, Mishawaka, Indiana, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration in response to the agency's Request for Information regarding a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The faith-based safety-net health system opposed the potential shift from the current upfront discount mechanism to a rebate system under the 340B drug pricing program.
Saint Joseph Health emphasized that the upfront discount model, which has been more
Salem Health Opposes Shift to Rebate Model in 340B Drug Pricing Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Salem Health, Oregon, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to proposed changes in the 340B Drug Pricing Program. Salem Health's letter to HRSA challenges the agency's consideration of replacing the current upfront discount structure with a rebate-based model for the 340B Program, which provides discounted drugs to eligible hospitals and clinics serving vulnerable populations.
Salem Health stated that more
Samaritan Urges HHS to Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Citing High Costs and Operational Burdens
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Samaritan, Moses Lake, Washington state, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed shift from the longstanding upfront discount model of the 340B Drug Pricing Program to a rebate-based model. The letter responds to HRSA's Request for Information on a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program, arguing that the proposed rebate mechanism would impose excessive administrative costs and disrupt the hospital's ability to e more
San Diego HHS Interim Deputy Chief Henandez Urges HUD to Reconsider Proposed Rule on Verification of Eligible Status
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Elizabeth A. Henandez, interim deputy chief administrative officer of the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing concerns over the agency's proposed rule concerning the verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. The proposed rule aims to limit access to prorated housing assistance for mixed-status families, poten more
San Francisco-Marin Food Bank Urges USDA to Enhance Food Security Data Collection and Accessibility
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The San Francisco-Marin Food Bank, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, specifically addressing the Economic Research Service Request for Information on statistical data, analysis, and research. The organization highlighted the critical role USDA data plays in its efforts to address food insecurity affecting approximately one in five Californians, emphasizing the need for improved data to better serve vulnerable populati more
Sanford Health Urges HRSA to Abandon 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Sanford Health, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration urging the agency to completely abandon its proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Sanford Health highlighted concerns that the rebate model runs counter to the original intent of the 340B Drug Pricing Program and poses risks to the program's sustainability and the financial viability of safety-net providers.
Sanford Health's letter emphasiz more
Santa Barbara County Immigrant Legal Defense Center Opposes HUD Rule on Mixed-Status Family Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Santa Barbara County Immigrant Legal Defense Center has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to a proposed rule revising the verification of eligible status for federally assisted housing. The letter argues that the rule, which would eliminate the existing prorated rent system for mixed-status families, is harmful and flawed.
Under current regulations established by the Housing and Community D more
Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors Chair Martinez Opposes HUD Proposal to Exclude Mixed-Status Households From Section 8 Housing
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Monica Martinez, chair of the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to proposed regulations that would bar mixed-status households from participating in the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. The board emphasized the potential profound negative effects on the county, which is grappling with an acute affordable housing shortage.
The publ more
Seattle Indian Health Board Opposes HRSA's 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Citing Financial and Patient Care Impacts
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Seattle Indian Health Board has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter expresses concerns about how this pilot program would negatively affect Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), particularly those serving American Indian and Alaska Native populations through the Indian health care system.
SIHB, an Urban more
Self-Help Credit Union Challenges Proposed Amendments to NCUA Credit Union Conversion Rules
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Self-Help Credit Union, Durham, North Carolina, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration concerning proposed amendments to 12 CFR Part 708a, which govern the conversion of federally insured credit unions to Mutual Savings Banks. The two credit unions jointly manage $4.5 billion in assets, serving more than 230,000 member-owners across nearly 80 branches in ten states.
The organizations expressed their opposition to the proposed ch more
Sentient Futures Urges Inclusion of Animals in Automated Driving Systems Regulation
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Sentient Futures Inc., San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration addressing gaps in the current draft of the United Nations Global Technical Regulation on Automated Driving Systems. The letter highlights the omission of explicit references to animals as "other road users" within the regulatory framework, which could lead to ambiguity in safety obligations for ADS more
Simmons Prepared Foods Advocates for Expanded Poultry Line Speeds Under USDA Inspection Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Simmons Prepared Foods Inc., Siloam Springs, Arkansas, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service concerning the agency's regulations on maximum line speed rates for young chicken and turkey establishments operating under the New Poultry Inspection System. The company emphasizes the success of the NPIS, the evolution of poultry processing technology, and the potential benefits of permitting increased line more
Siouxland Community Health Center Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Siouxland Community Health Center, Sioux City, Iowa, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. SCHC, a community health center serving over 34,000 patients in Iowa, warns that shifting the rebate responsibility from drug manufacturers to safety-net providers would destabilize pharmacy operations nationwide and threaten access to affordable medications more
Sonoma Valley Community Health Center Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Sonoma Valley Community Health Center, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. SVCHC highlights the financial, operational, and patient care risks that the pilot would impose on community health centers nationwide, urging HRSA to exempt CHCs from participation to protect their mission of serving vulnerable populations.
SVCHC emphasizes that more
South32 Hermosa Urges U.S. Forest Service to Expedite Exploration in Locatable Minerals Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- South32 Hermosa Inc., Tucson, Arizona, submitted a public comment letter to the United States Forest Service regarding the agency's proposed revisions to the Locatable Minerals rule under 36 CFR Part 228. South32 Hermosa represents one of the nation's leading undeveloped mineral projects, located in Arizona, and is a significant source of zinc, lead, silver, and manganese critical to U.S. needs.
In its letter, South32 Hermosa highlighted that the proposed USFS Locatable more
Southern California Rental Housing Association Raises Concerns Over HUD Immigration Verification Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Southern California Rental Housing Association, San Diego, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development addressing the proposed rule titled "Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status." SCRHA represents rental housing owners, managers, and developers throughout Southern California, managing or owning over 145,000 units. The association expressed concerns about how the proposed immigration more
Southern Tier Community Health Center Network Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Southern Tier Community Health Center Network Inc., Olean, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization cautions that the pilot, by shifting rebate responsibilities from manufacturers to safety-net providers like community health centers, threatens to destabilize pharmacy operations and access to affordable medications for vulnerable populations nati more
Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. As a rural Disproportionate Share Hospital serving medically vulnerable populations in Mississippi and neighboring Louisiana, SMRMC emphasizes that the 340B program's current structure is critical to sustaining access to care in its community.
The letter asserts that more
Spectrum Health Services Urges HRSA To Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Spectrum Health Services Inc., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Spectrum emphasized that the pilot threatens the financial stability and mission-critical services of Community Health Centers, which rely heavily on the 340B program to provide affordable medications and comprehensive care.
Spectrum detailed profound operati more
SpendMend Opposes Shift to Rebate Model for 340B Drug Pricing Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- SpendMend LLC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the agency's consideration of a rebate-based model to replace the current upfront discount structure under the 340B drug pricing program. The letter addresses HRSA's Request for Information concerning a pilot program that would apply rebate pricing to 25 drugs starting in 2026 and 2027.
SpendMend stresses that the 340B program has relied on up more
St. Anne's Family Services Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Housing Verification
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- St. Anne's Family Services, a nonprofit organization serving vulnerable families in Los Angeles County, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to the department's proposed rule titled "Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status (FR-6524)." The organization urged HUD to reconsider policy changes that could inadvertently heighten housing instability for families with more
St. John's Hospitals Oppose HRSA's Proposed Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- St. John's Regional Medical Center and St. John's Hospital Camarillo submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the introduction of a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The hospitals criticized the agency's Request for Information on replacing the longstanding upfront discount model under the 340B drug pricing program with a rebate-based system.
In the letter, St. John's hospitals emphasized their role as more
St. Joseph Health Burleson Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Proposed by HRSA
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- St. Joseph Health Burleson, Caldwell, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration addressing the agency's Request for Information on a proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The faith-based hospital emphasized the role the existing 340B upfront discount system plays in supporting care for low-income and underinsured patients.
In its letter, St. Joseph Health Burleson expressed opposition to replacing the longstanding up more
St. Luke's Health Opposes HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- St. Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the agency's Request for Information regarding the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The hospital, a faith-based nonprofit serving East Texas, urged HRSA to maintain the existing upfront discount model used in the 340B program instead of adopting a rebate system.
In its letter to HRSA, St. Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin ou more
Star Community Health Urges HRSA to Halt 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Star Community Health submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The Federally Qualified Health Center Look-Alike, serving over 52,000 patients annually across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, emphasized that the program threatens their pharmacy operations and financial stability.
The letter detailed concerns that shifting the responsibility for drug discounts fr more
Suncoast Community Health Centers Oppose HRSA's 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Citing Financial and Operational Risks
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Suncoast Community Health Centers Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter highlights that the proposed shift to a rebate model threatens the financial stability and operational capacity of community health centers nationwide, including Suncoast, which serves tens of thousands of vulnerable patients in Hillsborough County, Florida.
Sunc more
Swedish Covenant Health Warns of Substantial Costs in Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Swedish Covenant Health, Chicago, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The hospital argues that replacing the existing upfront discount model with a rebate mechanism would impose costly administrative burdens and threaten the financial viability of its services.
In the letter, Swedish more
Takeda Pharmaceuticals Urges HRSA to Reapprove and Expand 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Takeda Pharmaceuticals, Cambridge, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The company emphasized the importance of promptly reapproving the rebate model to enhance program integrity and ensure increased access to care for vulnerable patients. Takeda, a global biopharmaceutical firm, highlighted data limitations in the 340B program and detailed how a rebate mod more
Tampa General Hospital Urges HRSA to Maintain Upfront Discount Structure in 340B Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Tampa General Hospital submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the implementation of a rebate-based model within the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The hospital called on HRSA to retain the existing upfront discount mechanisms, which it argued better enable covered entities to extend federal resources and enhance care access for vulnerable populations.
Tampa General Hospital, more
Tarrant County Hospital District Urges HRSA to Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Tarrant County Hospital District submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the agency's proposal to implement a rebate model under the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The letter argues that the current upfront discount mechanism, which has been in place for decades, should be preserved to allow covered entities to maximize federal resources for patient care.
The hospital district warns that adopting a rebate model would int more
TCC Family Health Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- TCC Family Health, Long Beach, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization urges HRSA to exempt Community Health Centers from participation, citing concerns about operational, financial, and patient care risks posed by the proposed shift from upfront discounts to a rebate-based system.
In the letter, TCC Family Health outlines more
Terrebonne General Health System Urges HRSA to Maintain Upfront Discount Model in 340B Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Terrebonne General Health System submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the implementation of a rebate model under the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The letter was in response to HRSA's Request for Information on the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program.
The organization emphasized that the longstanding upfront discount model under the 340B program is effective and that any transition to a rebate mechanism would impose exce more
Textile Rental Services Association Calls for IRS Clarification on Substantial Transformation in Industrial Laundering
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Textile Rental Services Association, Alexandria, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service urging clarification on the "substantial transformation" criterion under Notice 2026-16 issued by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and IRS. The letter highlights the need for guidance recognizing industrial and commercial laundering operations as qualifying production activities eligible for special depreciation allowances established by Sect more
Thunder Bay Community Health Service Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Thunder Bay Community Health Service Inc., Hillman, Michigan, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. TBCHS highlighted substantial operational and financial risks posed to community health centers under the pilot, urging HRSA to exempt such centers from participation.
TBCHS warned that shifting rebate responsibilities from manufacturers to safety-net prov more
Thundermist Health Center Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Thundermist Health Center, Woonsocket, Rhode Island, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter outlines concerns that the pilot would impose severe financial and administrative burdens on community health centers nationwide, jeopardizing their ability to provide medication and essential healthcare services to vulnerable patient populations.
Th more
Tigerlily Foundation Advocates for Rebate Model in 340B Program to Protect Vulnerable Patients
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Tigerlily Foundation, Aldie, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration urging the adoption of a rebate model within the 340B drug discount program. The foundation expressed concern that the program's original intent-to help safety-net hospitals provide affordable care to vulnerable patients-is being undermined as hospitals benefit financially without passing savings onto those in need.
In the letter addressed to H more
Titus Regional Medical Center Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Titus Regional Medical Center, Pleasant, Texas, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter articulates concerns about the significant financial and operational burdens that a switch from the current upfront discount model to a rebate mechanism would impose on covered entities participating in the 340B drug more
Tri-Area Community Health Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Tri-Area Community Health, Laurel Fork, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration urging the agency to exempt Community Health Centers from the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter highlighted concerns that the pilot would destabilize CHC pharmacy operations, introduce financial and administrative burdens, and threaten medication access for vulnerable populations served by CHCs.
TACH emphasized that th more
Tri-Cities Community Health Urges HRSA To Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Tri-Cities Community Health, Pasco, Washington state, issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. TCCH highlighted severe operational and financial risks the pilot program would impose on community health centers nationwide, emphasizing the program's foundational role in delivering affordable medications to vulnerable populations.
The organization warned tha more
Trinity Community Health Centers Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Trinity Community Health Centers of Louisiana, Bossier City, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization emphasized the potential operational and financial risks the model poses to community health centers and the vulnerable patients they serve.
Trinity Community Health Centers highlighted that the 340B program has been essential for CHCs to p more
TrueCare Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- TrueCare, San Marcos, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. TrueCare argues that the pilot program threatens the financial stability and operational viability of Community Health Centers, potentially undermining their ability to provide essential health services and affordable medications to vulnerable populations.
In the letter, TrueCar more
Tyler Family Circle of Care Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Tyler Family Circle of Care, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. FCC urges HRSA to exempt Community Health Centers from this pilot because of the potential logistical, financial, and operational burdens that could impair their ability to deliver care to vulnerable populations.
In the letter, FCC outlines the complexity of transitioning from the more
UMC Health System Opposes HRSA Proposal for 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- UMC Health System, Alto, New Mexico, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. UMC, a super safety net county hospital system serving West Texas, Eastern New Mexico, Southern Colorado, and the Oklahoma Panhandle, outlined concerns about the financial, operational, and patient access risks presented by switching from the existing 340B upfront discount structure to a rebate-ba more
UNC Health Urges HHS to Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- UNC Health, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in response to the agency's Request for Information regarding the potential implementation of a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The program would replace the established upfront 340B drug discount with a retrospective rebate mechanism, particularly for drugs affected by the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program under the Inflation Reduction Act more
Union Community Health Center Urges HRSA Not to Implement 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Union Community Health Center, Bronx, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. UNION emphasized that the 340B program is vital to providing affordable healthcare and medications to vulnerable populations and expressed grave concerns about the financial and operational impacts a rebate model would impose on community health centers.
Union Community Health Center o more
United Food & Commercial Workers International Union Urges USDA to Reject Proposed Swine Line Speed Increases Over Worker Safety Concerns
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The United Food and Commercial Workers International Union has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service opposing the agency's proposed rule to allow swine processing plants to set their own line speeds under the New Swine Slaughter Inspection System. The UFCW, representing approximately 30,000 workers handling 71% of the hogs processed in the U.S., warns that raising or deregulating line speeds beyond the c more
United Neighborhood Health Services Urges HRSA to Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot Over Patient and Financial Concerns
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- United Neighborhood Health Services Inc., Nashville, Tennessee, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization highlights concerns regarding financial burdens, operational complexity, and risks to patient access that would arise if covered entities were required to purchase drugs at full cost and await rebates later.
Neighborhood Health is a federally qualif more
UnitedHealth Group Urges CMS to Enhance Fraud Prevention Measures Across Healthcare Programs
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- UnitedHealth Group, Eden Prairie, Minnesota, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services responding to the agency's Request for Information on combating fraud, waste, and abuse in healthcare. UHG detailed a comprehensive set of recommendations aimed at improving program integrity across Medicare, Medicaid, and other health coverage programs.
In its letter, UHG highlighted the substantial financial losses due to fraud, citing ove more
Unity Care Northwest Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot in Letter to HRSA
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Unity Care Northwest has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B rebate model pilot program. The letter articulates the challenges and risks the organization anticipates if the rebate model replaces the current upfront discount structure.
Unity Care Northwest serves approximately 24,000 patients annually, many living at or below the Federal Poverty Guideline threshold. The nonprofit health center em more
University of California Law Student Urges HUD To Withdraw Proposed Mixed Status Housing Rule
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Adelaide L. Apostol, a law student at the University of California Irvine, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing a proposed rule on verification of eligible status under Section 214 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980, arguing the measure should be withdrawn.
The current Section 214 framework prohibits assistance to undocumented household members but allows prorated housing benefits to mixed-st more
University of Michigan Law Scholar Urges Labor Department to Revise Pharmacy Benefit Manager Fee Disclosure Rule
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Andrew Stawasz, faculty fellow at the University of Michigan Law School, Ann Arbor, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Employee Benefits Security Administration emphasizing the need to reconsider how mortality and morbidity risks are monetized in the proposed regulatory framework.
In the letter, Stawasz applauded EBSA's prediction that the rule could enhance prescription drug adherence and thus reduce morbidity risks but insisted the agency more
Upstate Niagara Cooperative Highlights USDA Data Needs in Public Comment Letter
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Upstate Niagara Cooperative Inc., Buffalo, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service in response to the agency's Request for Information on statistical data, analysis, and research. The cooperative, comprised of approximately 230 dairy farmers across New York and New England, stressed the importance of USDA data in supporting forecasting, pricing analysis, policy interpretation, and decision-making with more
Valley Professionals Community Health Center Urges HRSA To Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Valley Professionals Community Health Center, Clinton, Indiana, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration articulating opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization expressed concerns that the pilot program threatens the financial and operational stability of community health centers nationwide, as it would shift the responsibility of managing rebates from drug manufacturers to the safety-net more
Valley-Wide Health Systems Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Valley-Wide Health Systems Inc., Alamosa, Colorado, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program (HHS Docket No.: HRSA-2026-03042). Valley-Wide detailed the potentially destabilizing financial, operational, and patient care impacts the program could have on CHCs like itself, which serve tens of thousands of vulnerable patients across expansive rural areas.
As a more
Variety Care Raises Concerns Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Variety Care, Oklahoma City, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration outlining significant concerns about the agency's proposed 340B rebate model pilot program. The letter highlights the potential financial and operational burdens the model could impose on the organization and the patients it serves.
Variety Care emphasized that the 340B program has been pivotal in delivering affordable healthcare to nearly 89,000 Oklahom more
Vecino Health Centers Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers from 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Vecino Health Centers, Houston, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization outlined numerous operational and financial risks the pilot poses to federally qualified health centers, such as community health centers, which serve vulnerable populations nationwide.
Vecino Health Centers emphasized that the 340B program has been essential fo more
Via Care Community Health Center Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Via Care Community Health Center submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Via Care emphasizes that this shift would destabilize community health centers' pharmacy operations nationwide, threatening their mission to serve vulnerable populations with affordable medications.
Via Care details anticipated financial losses including a projected $1.3 million defi more
Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association Urges Balanced Approach to CMS CRUSH Initiative
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing support for efforts to combat fraud, waste, and abuse through the Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare (CRUSH). While endorsing stronger program integrity, VHHA emphasized the need for policies that avoid unintended consequences for legitimate providers, patient access, and healthcare operations.
Representing 26 more
Virginia Tech Intern Calls for Protections of Alaska Subsistence Rights
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Emelia Crump, an intern at the Virginia Tech Center for Sustainable Engagement in the Arctic, Blacksburg, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior supporting protections for rural subsistence rights under a federal program review.
The Federal Subsistence Management Program, established under Title VIII of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act, ensures priority access to subsistence resources for rural Alaskans. Approximately more
Vocational Instruction Project Community Services Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Vocational Instruction Project Community Services Inc., Bronx, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration urging exemption of community health centers from the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. VIP highlighted operational and financial risks associated with the rebate model, arguing it threatens the stability of CHC pharmacy operations and patient access to affordable medications.
The 340B Drug Pricing Program more
Waymo Calls for NHTSA to Modernize Transmission Shift Display Rules for Autonomous Vehicles
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Waymo, Mountain View, California, submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration urging updates to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 102 to better accommodate automated driving systems and driverless vehicle configurations. The submitted letter responds to NHTSA's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, which proposes modifications that would remove certain regulatory requirements for transmission shift position displays in vehicles more
Waymo Urges NHTSA to Update Safety Standards for Autonomous Vehicles
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Waymo, Mountain View, California, submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration responding to NHTSA's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking aimed at modernizing Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Nos. 103 and 104. These standards currently address windshield defrosting, defogging, wiping, and washing systems, which were originally designed with human-driven vehicles in mind. Waymo supports revisions that would exempt autonomous vehicl more
West Virginia Primary Care Association Opposes Mandatory 340B Rebate Model Pilot
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The West Virginia Primary Care Association, Charleston, representing 33 Community Health Centers serving over 580,000 patients, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed mandatory 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. WVPCA detailed concerns that the rebate model would significantly harm CHCs' financial viability and ability to deliver essential services to low-income and uninsured populations.
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Western Center on Law & Poverty Opposes HUD's Mixed Status Rule Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Western Center on Law and Poverty, Los Angeles, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to HUD's proposed "mixed status rule" under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. This Proposed Rule aims to modify eligibility verification for HUD-subsidized housing, requiring all household members to prove U.S. citizenship, national status, or eligible immigration status for tenancy more
White River Health Urges HRSA to Abandon Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- White River Health, Batesville, Arkansas, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing serious concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The hospital, which has participated in the 340B Drug Pricing Program since 2009, highlighted the significant financial, operational, and patient access challenges the rebate model would impose on its institution and urged the agency to reconsider the approach.
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Wickenburg Community Hospital Urges HRSA to Maintain Current 340B Upfront Discount Model
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Wickenburg Community Hospital, Arizona, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing any transition from the existing upfront discount model to a rebate-based mechanism under the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The hospital emphasizes that the current discount system has functioned effectively for decades to help critical access hospitals like itself stretch federal resources to serve more patients.
In the letter, th more
Woodlawn Hospital Opposes Shift to Rebate Model in 340B Drug Pricing Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester, Indiana, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to HRSA's consideration of replacing the longstanding upfront discount structure of the 340B Drug Pricing Program with a rebate-based model. The letter outlines concerns over the increased administrative burdens, higher costs, and cash flow challenges such a shift would create for safety-net providers serving low-income and und more
Wright Center Calls for Exemption of Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The Wright Centers for Community Health and Graduate Medical Education, collectively known as The Wright Center, Scranton, Pennsylvania, have submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The Wright Center urged HRSA to exempt Community Health Centers from this program to safeguard the financial stability of safety-net providers and protect access to care for vu more
ZKProva Inc. Urges Treasury to Include Technical Interoperability Standards in Stablecoin Regulation Equivalence Criteria
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- ZKProva Inc., San Jose, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing the proposed rulemaking for state-level regulatory regime equivalence under the GENIUS Act. The company stressed that the Treasury's current principles for determining whether a state regulatory framework is "substantially similar" to the federal standard should encompass interoperability and federation technical standards to avoid fragmentation of t more
Zoox Supports NHTSA Proposal to Modernize Vehicle Safety Standards for Autonomous Vehicles
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Zoox Inc., Foster City, California, submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking to update Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Nos. 103 and 104. These standards currently mandate windshield wipers and defrosters, requirements that Zoox argues are outdated for automated driving system-equipped vehicles without manual driving controls.
Zoox highlighted in the letter that traditional sa more
Zufall Health Urges HRSA To Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Zufall Health, Dover, New Jersey, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization warned that the program poses severe financial and operational risks to community health centers nationwide, threatening their ability to provide affordable medications to vulnerable patient populations.
Zufall Health emphasized that the 340B program is essential for more
Tipoffs: Iran
American Center for Law and Justice: Day 1 Impeachment Filing
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following news:
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Day 1 Impeachment Filing
By Logan Sekulow
In a case of "here we go again," a cabal of radical Leftists in the House of Representatives is already planning to impeach President Donald Trump AGAIN if they win the House in the 2026 midterms.
Does the Left really think the American people want to sit through yet another impeachment proceeding?
As reported by Axios:
A cohort of resistance-minded Ho more
American Center for Law and Justice: While We Confront Iran, We Can't Take Our Eye Off China
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following statement on April 24, 2026, by senior counsel for global affairs Mike Pompeo, a former U.S. Secretary of State and former CIA Director:
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While We Confront Iran, We Can't Take Our Eye Off China
I've said it for years: The Chinese Communist Party is the defining threat of our time. Not Iran. Not Russia. The CCP. That hasn't changed. If anything, this moment makes it more urgent.
The President is doing th more
Calif. Gov. Newsom Reissues $50,000 Rewards to Crack Cold Cases, Deliver Justice for Victims
SACRAMENTO, California, April 25 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Governor Newsom reissues $50,000 rewards to crack cold cases, deliver justice for victims
What you need to know: Governor Newsom re-releases $50,000 rewards in unsolved crimes to encourage those with information to come forward and give victims and their loved ones justice.
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Unsolved crimes erode public safety and leave families waiting far too long for answers. T more
Center for European Policy Analysis Issues Commentary: Funhouse Mirror of Chinese Statistics
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis issued the following commentary on April 24, 2026, by James Lewis, distinguished fellow with the Tech Policy Program:
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The Funhouse Mirror of Chinese Statistics
China is succeeding in many fields but numbers can be misleading. Approach with caution.
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Comparative statistics are a staple of analyses of the "race" with China, but there are many reasons to be careful when reading them. Many comparisons of the US and China tha more
Chairman Crawford Statement on FISA 702 Reauthorization
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Arkansas, chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, issued the following statement on April 24, 2026:
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Chairman Crawford Statement on FISA 702 Reauthorization
House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Rick Crawford (AR-01) released the following statement on the introduction of language to reauthorize the critical national security tool, which allows the United States to gather intelligence on foreign t more
CSIS Issues Critical Questions Q&A: How to Interpret Wartime Oil Prices
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following Critical Questions Q&A on April 24, 2026, involving non-resident senior associate Adi Imsirovic and senior fellow Clayton Seigle, both of the Energy Security and Climate Change Program.
Seigle is also the James R. Schlesinger Chair in Energy and Geopolitics.
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How to Interpret Wartime Oil Prices
Since the war in Iran started on February 28, oil prices have moved considerably higher as the mark more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to RealClearDefense: How We Turn the Northern Sea Route Into an Advantage
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on April 24, 2026, by nonresident senior fellow Liselotte Odgaard to RealClearDefense:
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How We Turn the Northern Sea Route Into an Advantage
As the Northern Sea Route gains global significance, Russia's tightening control threatens to turn it into a geopolitical chokepoint. Yet the NSR could become an advantage rather more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to Washington Post: Private Industry Needs Anti-Drone Defenses Too
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on April 24, 2026, by adjunct fellow Alexander Benard to the Washington Post:
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Private Industry Needs Anti-Drone Defenses Too
Critical infrastructure is vulnerable to drone attacks and the government can't defend it all.
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For the United States, the lesson has been immediate and powerful. Over the course of the war, more
ICYMI: Tech, Telecom Leaders Sound Alarm on Rising Cyber-Enabled Financial Crime by International Criminal Networks
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Rep. Andrew Garbarino, R-New York, chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, issued the following news:
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ICYMI: Tech, Telecom Leaders Sound Alarm on Rising Cyber-Enabled Financial Crime by International Criminal Networks
This week, the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement and the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection convened a hearing to examine how transnational criminal organizations are weaponizing emerging technologie more
Ifo Institute President Fuest Issues Statement on Business Climate Index
MUNICH, Germany, April 25 -- ifo Institute issued the following statement on April 24, 2026, by President Clemens Fuest on the Business Climate Index:
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ifo Business Climate Index Down (April 2026)
Sentiment among companies in Germany has significantly deteriorated. The ifo Business Climate Index fell in April to 84.4 points, down from 86.3 in March. This is the lowest level since May 2020. Companies are considerably more pessimistic about the coming months. They also assessed their curre more
Improved Stability Helps Slow Rate Increases
SURREY, England, April 25 -- Air Cargo News issued the following news:
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Improved stability helps slow rate increases
By Damian Brett
Improved stability in the aviation market has helped slow the rate increases registered since the start of the war in Iran.
The latest figures from data provider WorldACD show that the average air cargo spot rate increased by 1% week on week in the week ending 19 April (week 16) to $3.73 per kg.
In the eight weeks since the start of the war in Iran at th more
Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Wyden Issues Statement at Hearing on IRS Filing Season
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee, released the following statement from an April 15, 2026, hearing entitled "IRS 2026 Filing Season and IRS Operations." IRS is the Internal Revenue Service.
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It's April 15th, Tax Day. People all across the country have just gone through the headache of filing their taxes. Adding to the headache, millions of Americans are frustrated that Republicans and the Trump administration killed the Direc more
Treasury Dept.: Economic Fury Targets Global Network Fueling Iran's Oil Trade and Shadow Fleet
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Economic Fury Targets Global Network Fueling Iran's Oil Trade and Shadow Fleet
Crackdown Targets Chinese Teapot Refinery; 40 Shipping Firms and Vessels
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Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned China-based independent teapot refinery Hengli Petrochemical (Dalian) Refinery Co., Ltd. (Hengli). China-based independent tea more
University of Michigan: Consumer Confidence is Back to Mid-2022 Lows, With Wars, Gas and Durable High Prices
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 25 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:
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Consumer confidence is back to mid-2022 lows, with wars, gas and durable high prices
Consumer sentiment fell back for the second consecutive month, reaching a low comparable to its mid-2022 trough, according to the University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers.
Declines in sentiment were seen across political party, income, age and education, reflecting the broad-based nature of this month's results. E more
"This is a Betrayal": Brian Fitzpatrick in the Hot Seat for Rubber-Stamping Cost-Spiking Iran War
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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"This is a Betrayal": Brian Fitzpatrick in the Hot Seat for Rubber-Stamping Cost-Spiking Iran War
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A Bucks County voter is calling out vulnerable Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick for "[betraying] his duty as a Member of Congress" and voting to rubber-stamp Republicans' reckless war of choice based on "dishonest and deceitful" pretenses.
"Fitzpatrick knows how to read, so one can o more
10th HKU Quarterly Forum on Chinese Economy: Breaking the Deadlock and Resilience
HONG KONG, April 24 -- The University of Hong Kong issued the following news release:
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The 10th HKU Quarterly Forum on Chinese Economy: Breaking the Deadlock and Resilience: New Drivers for China's Economic and Trade Growth Amid Global Changes
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The 10th HKU Quarterly Forum on Chinese Economy, hosted by HKU Business School's Institute of China Economy (ICE), in partnership with the Zhejiang University Alumni Association (Hong Kong), was held on Thursday, 23 April 2026, at HKU iCube in C more
Alabama Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Alabama members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help stre more
Alaska Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Alaska members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help strea more
Arizona Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Arizona members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help stre more
Arizona Gas Prices Set to Break "All-Time Records" Thanks to Eli Crane and Juan Ciscomani
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Arizona Gas Prices Set to Break "All-Time Records" Thanks to Eli Crane and Juan Ciscomani
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Arizonans are already paying some of the highest gas prices in the nation at $4.60 per gallon - and now, costs are set to spike even more to "all-time records" thanks to Eli Crane and Juan Ciscomani.
According to new reporting in KJZZ Phoenix, gas prices could surge to up to $6 a gallon a more
Arkansas Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Arkansas members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help str more
California Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how California members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help s more
Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives Issues Commentary: Three Big Ideas for Canada's Federal Fiscal Update
OTTAWA, Ontario, April 24 -- The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives issued the following commentary on April 23, 2026, by senior Ottawa economist David Macdonald and senior researchers and political economists Andrew Longhurst and Hadrian Mertins-Kirkwood:
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Three big ideas for Canada's federal fiscal update
Parental leave and primary health care should be a top priority, while implementing a windfalls tax on the oil industry as it profiteers off of the war on Iran
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Upon learning more
Colorado Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Colorado members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help str more
Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Recap - Week of April 20, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Recap - Week of April 20, 2026
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Here's a recap of key moments from House Republican committees during the week:
Appropriations
On Monday, April 20, the Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies held a budget hearing called "Department of the Interior." Secretary Doug Burgum testified before the Subcommittee on the FY27 budge more
Congresswoman Escobar Joins Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Mental Health Services at Schools
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Escobar Joins Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Mental Health Services at Schools
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This week, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) co-sponsored the bipartisan Expanding Access to Mental Health Services in Schools Act. Led by Representatives Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) and Jahana Hayes (CT-5), this legislation would address the urgent need for mental health prof more
Connecticut Congressional Delegation Announces Over $9.5 Million in LIHEAP Funding to Connecticut
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Connecticut Congressional Delegation Announces Over $9.5 Million in LIHEAP Funding to Connecticut
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Hartford, CT -Today, Reps. John B. Larson (CT-01), Joe Courtney (CT-02), Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), Jim Himes (CT-04), and Jahana Hayes (CT-05), and Senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy, announced over $9.5 million in Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funding to Connecticut. more
Connecticut Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Connecticut members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help more
Delaware Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Delaware members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help str more
District of Columbia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how District of Columbia members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "w more
El Senador Rick Scott destacado en Diario Las Americas sobre una carta a NBC durante la blanda entrevista a Diaz-Canel en Meet the Press
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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El Senador Rick Scott destacado en Diario Las Americas sobre una carta a NBC durante la blanda entrevista a Diaz-Canel en Meet the Press
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - El Senador Rick Scott fue destacado en Diario Las Americas hoy, sobre una carta que envio a los lideres de NBC News y su empresa matriz, Comcast, exigiendo respuestas despues de que la cadena ofreciera al dictador cubano Miguel Diaz-Canel una pl more
EU Responds to Jet Fuel Concerns as Lufthansa Announces Flight Cuts
SURREY, England, April 24 -- Air Cargo News issued the following news:
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EU responds to jet fuel concerns as Lufthansa announces flight cuts
By Damian Brett
The European Union (EU) has introduced a series of emergency measures in response to rising concerns that the bloc could start to see jet fuel shortages over the coming weeks as a result of the Iran war.
Brussels' AccelerateEU response plan spans various fuel types and includes a fuel observatory and improved coordination across mem more
Eyes, Ears of Joint Force: Caine Honors Unsung Intelligence Community Heroes
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Eyes, Ears of Joint Force: Caine Honors Unsung Intelligence Community Heroes
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Successful military operations depend on those in the intelligence community, including the Defense Intelligence Agency, National Security Agency, National Reconnaissance Office, Central Intelligence Agency and others, said Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, during a press conference at the Pentagon to more
Florida Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Florida members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help stre more
Georgia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Georgia members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help stre more
Growing Assault on Press Freedom After Pentagon Fires Stars and Stripes Ombudsman
NEW YORK, April 24 [Category: Media] -- PEN America, an organization that says it stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect free expression, posted the following news release:
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Growing Assault on Press Freedom After Pentagon Fires Stars and Stripes Ombudsman
PEN America expressed alarm today over the Department of Defense's firing of Jacqueline Smith, who served as the ombudsman for Stars and Stripes in a role that Congress established to safeguard the publicat more
Hawaii Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Hawaii members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help strea more
How Much is the Lombardo-Trump Economy Costing Nevadans This Week?
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, April 24 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release:
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How Much is the Lombardo-Trump Economy Costing Nevadans This Week?
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8 News Now : Rising fuel costs slash thousands of Las Vegas inbound seats
KTNV : Las Vegas restaurant reflects on high prices since President Trump's last visit promising 'no tax on tips'
Welcome back to your weekly rundown of the damage the Lombardo-Trump economy is doing to Nevada -from driving up costs to leaving worki more
ICYMI: Cortez Masto Fights for Fair and Transparent Gas Prices
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Cortez Masto Fights for Fair and Transparent Gas Prices
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In Case You Missed It, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) introduced legislation to help combat high gas and energy prices in Nevada and across the country. The Fair and Transparent Gas Prices Act would require the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate anti-competitive, collusive, or other illegal activity t more
Idaho Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Idaho members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help stream more
Idaho Democratic Chair Blasts GOP Legacy of "Costs, Chaos, and Corruption"
BOISE, Idaho, April 24 -- The Idaho Democratic Party issued the following statement by Chair Lauren Necochea:
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A Message from the Chair: Costs, Chaos, and Corruption: The GOP Legacy
Idaho families were promised stability. Lower costs. A government that works for them. More than a year into this Republican regime, what are they getting? Higher costs, chaos, and corruption.
Skyrocketing prices mean the average household is paying $5,000 more this year. Republicans in Congress stood by wh more
Illinois Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Illinois members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help str more
Indiana Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Indiana members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help stre more
Institute for Energy Research: Strait of Hormuz Remains Effectively Closed and the U.S. Blockade of Iranian Ports Continues
WASHINGTON, April 24 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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The Strait of Hormuz Remains Effectively Closed and the U.S. Blockade of Iranian Ports Continues
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Key Takeaways
1 The ceasefire in hostilities continues, but so does the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz as the United States continues its blockade of Iranian ports and Iran threatens maritime traffic.
2 The blockade is costing Iran around $13 billion per month, and th more
Iowa Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Iowa members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help streaml more
Joint Force Enforces Maritime Blockade in Gulf of Oman, Globally
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Joint Force Enforces Maritime Blockade in Gulf of Oman, Globally
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Last week the U.S. military stood up a maritime blockade against ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz that had been doing business with Iran at its ports, or that were headed to Iranian ports.
That blockade is ongoing and continues to become more effective and stronger, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said during a press briefing today a more
Kansas Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Kansas members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help strea more
Kentucky Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Kentucky members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help str more
Kuwait: Free Ahmed Shihab-Eldin
BRUSSELS, Belgium, April 24 [Category: Media] -- The International Federation of Journalists posted the following news release:
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Kuwait: Free Ahmed Shihab-Eldin
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The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) has welcomed the acquittal of Ahmed Shihab-Eldin on 23 April. The American-Kuwaiti journalist had been detained in Kuwait for seven weeks after commenting on videos and images related to the US-Israeli war with Iran.
Shihab-Eldin was visiting his family in Kuwait at the star more
Louisiana Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Louisiana members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help st more
Lujan, Cortez Masto Fight for Fair and Transparent Energy Prices Amid Trump's War in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan, Cortez Masto Fight for Fair and Transparent Energy Prices Amid Trump's War in Iran
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Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) introduced legislation to help combat high gas and energy prices in New Mexico and across the country. The Fair and Transparent Gas Prices Act would require the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate more
Lujan, Warren, Van Hollen, Colleagues Open New Investigation into Hegseth's Role in Dismantling Military's Civilian Harm Prevention Guard Rails
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan, Warren, Van Hollen, Colleagues Open New Investigation into Hegseth's Role in Dismantling Military's Civilian Harm Prevention Guard Rails
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Hegseth has made deep cuts in funding, personnel for civilian harm mitigation programs
More than 1,700 civilian deaths, strikes on more than 30 schools, health care facilities since the start of President Trump's illegal war in Iran
Washington, D. more
Maine Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Maine members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help stream more
Maryland Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Maryland members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help str more
Massachusetts Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Massachusetts members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will hel more
Michigan Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Michigan members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help str more
Minnesota Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Minnesota members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help st more
Mississippi Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Mississippi members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help more
Missouri Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Missouri members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help str more
Montana Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Montana members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help stre more
Nebraska Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Nebraska members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help str more
Nevada Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Nevada members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help strea more
New Hampshire Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how New Hampshire members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will hel more
New Jersey Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how New Jersey members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help s more
New Mexico Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how New Mexico members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help s more
New York Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how New York members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help str more
NMiF discusses President Trump's funding cuts and potential war crimes
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, April 24 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news:
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NMiF discusses President Trump's funding cuts and potential war crimes
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This week, New Mexico in Focus heads to the Institute of American Indian Arts. For the second time in as many years, the institute's future is uncertain as President Trump threatens to cut billions in funding for higher education, including more than $350 million from minority-serving programs.
That puts IAIA squarely in more
North Carolina Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how North Carolina members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will he more
North Dakota Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how North Dakota members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help more
Ohio Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Ohio members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help streaml more
Oklahoma Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Oklahoma members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help str more
Oregon Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Oregon members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help strea more
Pennsylvania Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Pennsylvania members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help more
Peterson Institute for International Economics: Amid Wartime Disruptions, Most Emerging-market Central Banks Will Follow the Fed
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- The Peterson Institute for International Economics issued the following commentary on April 23, 2026, by senior research staff Maurice Obstfeld and research analysts Serra Pelin:
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Amid wartime disruptions, most emerging-market central banks will follow the Fed
Alfredo Mendoza-Fernandez (University of California, Berkeley), Maurice Obstfeld (PIIE) and Serra Pelin (PIIE)
A main takeaway from last week's spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and t more
Republicans Reach Historic Congressional Disapproval with Voters
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Republicans Reach Historic Congressional Disapproval with Voters
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" Republicans' approval has plummeted since spring 2025"
Gallup reports Republicans have achieved another negative record as Congressional " disapproval has climbed to 86%, tying the record high for the institution." The sharp decline could be attributed to the American people's discontent with Republican failur more
Rhode Island Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Rhode Island members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help more
Saud al-Faraj Asked for Democracy and Saudi Arabia Killed Him for It
WASHINGTON, April 24 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Democracy and Human Rights in Bahrain posted the following news:
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Saud al-Faraj Asked for Democracy and Saudi Arabia Killed Him for It
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As the world's attention remains fixed on the latest developments in the war in Iran, Saudi Arabia has quietly proceeded with the execution of a prominent businessman, Saud al-Faraj, for his involvement in the 2011 anti-government demonstrations in Qatif, where protesters had called for gre more
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine Hold a Press Briefing
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following transcript:
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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine Hold a Press Briefing
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SECRETARY OF WAR PETE HEGSETH: Well, good morning. Unlike the endless wars of the past that dragged on for years and for decades with little to show for it, Operation Epic Fury has delivered a decisive military result in just weeks. Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan, as the President has pointe more
Senate Budget Committee Ranking Member Merkley Issues Opening Statement at Hearing on FY 2027 Budget Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, ranking member of the Senate Budget Committee, released the following opening statement from an April 16, 2026, hearing entitled "The President's Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Proposal":
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Sen. Merkley's remarks, as prepared for delivery, follow:
Thank you, Chairman Graham, for convening this hearing.
And thank you, Director Vought, for being here today to discuss the President's Budget for Fiscal Year 2027.
Your budget opens with a message more
Senator Marshall: Our Bipartisan Credit Card Bill Will Drive Down the Cost of Gas
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Senator Marshall: Our Bipartisan Credit Card Bill Will Drive Down the Cost of Gas
Senator Marshall Joins KCMO Radio, Pete Mundo
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined KCMO Radio's Pete Mundoto discuss his top priorities, including two of his key cost-lowering proposals, the Credit Card Competition Act and fertilizer legislative package aimed at reducing input costs for farmers.
On more
South Carolina Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how South Carolina members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will he more
South Dakota Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how South Dakota members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help more
Tennessee Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Tennessee members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help st more
Texas Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Texas members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help stream more
University of Dayton Issues UD in the News Wrap Up for April 18-24, 2026
DAYTON, Ohio, April 24 -- The University of Dayton posted the following UD in the News wrap up for April 18-24, 2026:
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UD faculty and staff contributed their expertise to Axios, The Journal of College Admission, The Columbus Dispatch and WLW-AM in Cincinnati while Spectrum News 1 Ohio highlighted the D.C. Flyers program.
The pope's English fuels a Trump feud (https://www.axios.com/2026/04/20/pope-leo-english-trump-iran)
Axios
Vince Miller, religious studies
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Admission scrut more
Utah Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Utah members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help streaml more
Vermont Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Vermont members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help stre more
Virginia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Virginia members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help str more
VOTE ALERT: Jon Husted Opposes Bipartisan Push to Lower Grocery, Utility, and Health Care Bills for Ohio Families
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 24 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news:
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VOTE ALERT: Jon Husted Opposes Bipartisan Push to Lower Grocery, Utility, and Health Care Bills for Ohio Families
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Costs keep rising because of the Husted-backed war in Iran, but Husted says it's ' good news for the global economy '
COLUMBUS, OHIO -This week, Jon Husted voted against multiple bipartisan proposals that would have lowered the skyrocketing cost of groceries, health care, and utility bills more
Warwick Business School Study Finds Sanctions do not Eliminate Multinational Investment
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Four co-authors - Nigel Driffield, Saul Estrin, Chris Jones and Ha-Phuong Luong published a study examining why certain multinational enterprises continue to invest in countries subject to international sanctions. The research, posted by the University of Warwick Business School, found that companies with stronger resources and extensive international experience are more likely to operate in these high-risk environments, using their capabilities to navigate complex regula more
Washington Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Washington members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help s more
WCC welcomes partners as "Working Together" meeting about to begin
GENEVA, Switzerland, April 24 [Category: Religion] -- The World Council of Churches posted the following news:
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WCC welcomes partners as "Working Together" meeting about to begin
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As more than 40 representatives from the World Council of Churches' (WCC) partners in specialized ministries arrive in Geneva, Switzerland, for the "Working Together" meeting, some are taking the opportunity to visit the WCC headquarters at the Ecumenical Centre.
Rev. Vy Nguyen, executive director of Week o more
West Virginia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how West Virginia members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will hel more
Wisconsin Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Wisconsin members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help st more
Worries and uncertainties increase for SMEs on the impact of Iran war
BRUSSELS, Belgium, April 24 -- SMEunited (formerly the European Association of Craft, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises) posted the following news:
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Worries and uncertainties increase for SMEs on the impact of Iran war
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Economic Policy experts from SMEunited members discussed the current economic situation based on the recent results of the EU Craft and SME Barometer and the already observed impact of the Iran crisis. Members reported increasing uncertainty and reflected about the ris more
Wyoming Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-04-24
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Here's a look at how Wyoming members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
REGULATING BROADBAND PROJECTS: The House has passed the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681), sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., to form a strike force of several federal agencies with the goal of improving reviews of requests to obtain authority to place communications facilities on government land. Evans said the bill "will help stre more
As Trump's War in Iran Makes Gas and Everyday Essentials More Expensive, Heinrich Fights to Lower Costs for New Mexico Families
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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As Trump's War in Iran Makes Gas and Everyday Essentials More Expensive, Heinrich Fights to Lower Costs for New Mexico Families
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WASHINGTON - Last night, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) stood up for New Mexico families by voting against Senate Republicans' budget resolution that refuses to address the skyrocketing cost of gas, groceries, and everyday essentials caused by Trump's war in more
Australian P.M. Albanese Announces Strengthened Fuel Reserves Amid Global Conflict
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese addressed a news conference in Sydney following a National Cabinet meeting to update the public on Australia's energy security during the ongoing Middle East conflict. Albanese confirmed that the nation's fuel supply remains secure in the near term, with petrol stocks increasing to 46 days of supply.
The government is working with states and territories to prepare contingencies for potential supply disruptions while diversifyin more
Australian P.M. Albanese Outlines Measures to Shield Australians from Global Conflict
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese appeared on The Daily Aus podcast in a Sydney studio to discuss the impact of the war in Iran on the national economy and fuel security. Albanese defended the government's Every Little Bit Helps campaign, which encourages voluntary fuel conservation to keep the nation at level two of its security plan.
During the interview, he emphasized that while Australia is not a participant in the conflict, the government has moved to secu more
FOLLOWING DEADLY ATTACK ON U.S. BASE IN KUWAIT THAT KILLED 6 SERVICEMEMBERS, CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN AND HOUSE DEMOCRATIC VETERANS DEMAND SECRETARY HEGSETH INVESTIGATE FORCE PROTECTION FAILURES
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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FOLLOWING DEADLY ATTACK ON U.S. BASE IN KUWAIT THAT KILLED 6 SERVICEMEMBERS, CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN AND HOUSE DEMOCRATIC VETERANS DEMAND SECRETARY HEGSETH INVESTIGATE FORCE PROTECTION FAILURES
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Following Deadly Attack on U.S. Base in Kuwait that Killed 6 Servicemembers, Congressman Pat Ryan and House Democratic Veterans Demand Secretary Hegseth Investigate Force Protection Failures
In a letter to Def more
Following Deadly Attack on U.S. Base in Kuwait that Killed 6 Servicemembers, Goodlander and House Democratic Veterans Demand Secretary Hegseth Investigate Force Protection Failures
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rep. Maggie Goodlander, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release:
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Following Deadly Attack on U.S. Base in Kuwait that Killed 6 Servicemembers, Goodlander and House Democratic Veterans Demand Secretary Hegseth Investigate Force Protection Failures
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Washington, D.C. - Today, in a letter to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander (NH-02) joined 13 House Democratic Veterans - including Representatives Gil Cisneros, Herbert Conaway, more
Senator Markey, Rep. Ansari Demand Trump Admin. Institute Protections for Iranian Nationals Residing in the United States
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Senator Markey, Rep. Ansari Demand Trump Admin. Institute Protections for Iranian Nationals Residing in the United States
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Letter Text (PDF)
Washington (April 23, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) today wrote to Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin, Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Todd Lyons more
British Chambers of Commerce: Iran Conflict Deepens Inflation Concerns
LONDON, England, April 22 -- The British Chambers of Commerce issued the following statement:
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Iran Conflict Deepens Inflation Concerns
Responding to the latest inflation data, published this morning by the Office for National Statistics, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said:
"Today's 3.3% inflation figure for March is an early signal that the Iran conflict is feeding through into official data and impacting the UK economy.
"Transport is the bigge more
Halliburton Announces First Quarter 2026 Results
HOUSTON, Texas, April 22 -- Halliburton Co., a provider of products and services to the energy industry, issued the following news release on April 21, 2026:
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Halliburton announces first quarter 2026 results
Halliburton Company announced today net income of $461 million, or $0.55 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2026
Q1 2026 Earnings Release - view the complete report (pdf)
* Net income of $0.55 per diluted share.
* Revenue of $5.4 billion and operating margin of 13%.
* Ca more
Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales: Extended Ceasefire Comes Too Late as March Inflation Surge Confirms Stagflation Fears
LONDON, England, April 22 -- The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales issued the following statement:
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Extended ceasefire comes too late as March inflation surge confirms stagflation fears
Responding to the UK inflation figures for March 2026, released by the Office for National Statistics today (Wednesday 22 April 2026), Suren Thiru, ICAEW Chief Economist, said:
"This disheartening resurgence in inflation confirms stagflation fears as notable increases in airfares, f more
Iranian Citizen Extradited From Panama to U.S. on Indictment in Seattle
SEATTLE, Washington, April 20 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Washington posted the following news release:
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Iranian citizen extradited from Panama to U.S. on indictment in Seattle
Allegedly conspired to violate sanctions against Iran by shipping goods to China and then on to Iran
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A 44-year-old citizen of Iran was extradited to the United States last week and will appear today at 2:00 PM in U.S. District Court in Seattle on a nine-count indictment relat more
