Accenture and Avanade Collaborate With Microsoft to Develop Agentic Factory to Help Reduce Manufacturing Downtime
NEW YORK, April 21 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, presented the following news release:
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Accenture and Avanade Collaborate with Microsoft to Develop Agentic Factory to Help Reduce Manufacturing Downtime
New product introduced at Hannover Messe 2026 helps shop floor teams at manufacturers like Kruger Inc. and Nissha Metallizing Solutions address shop floor challenges faster
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HANNOVER, Germany - Accenture (NYSE: ACN) and Avanade are co-developing an agentic factor more
Adobe Expands Partner Ecosystem to Deliver Frictionless Workflows for Customer Experience Orchestration
SAN JOSE, California, April 21 -- Adobe Inc., a computer software company, issued the following news on April 20, 2026:
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Adobe Expands Partner Ecosystem to Deliver Frictionless Workflows for Customer Experience Orchestration
* Adobe is partnering with technology companies, agencies and system integrators to become the platform-of-choice for effective multi-agent collaboration, enabling better customer experiences and business outcomes.
* Adobe is expanding collaborations with AI platfor more
Adobe Introduces Brand Intelligence and Expands GenStudio Content Supply Chain Solution for Customer Experience Orchestration
SAN JOSE, California, April 21 -- Adobe Inc., a computer software company, issued the following news on April 20, 2026:
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Adobe Introduces Brand Intelligence and Expands GenStudio Content Supply Chain Solution for Customer Experience Orchestration
* Businesses face increasing pressures to deliver more campaigns at unprecedented speed and scale, pushing teams to transform their content supply chain and reshape the process of planning, creating, managing, activating and measuring content.
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Adobe Introduces Brand Visibility Solution to Redefine Customer Experience Orchestration
SAN JOSE, California, April 21 -- Adobe Inc., a computer software company, issued the following news on April 20, 2026:
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Adobe Introduces Brand Visibility Solution to Redefine Customer Experience Orchestration
* AI interfaces and agents are becoming a primary way for customers to discover, evaluate and engage brands, creating a new imperative for businesses to optimize digital channels for both humans and AI.
* Adobe is announcing a major expansion of Adobe Experience Manager--the platf more
Adobe Summit: Adobe Redefines Customer Experience Orchestration Vision in the Agentic AI Era With Introduction of CX Enterprise
SAN JOSE, California, April 21 -- Adobe Inc., a computer software company, issued the following news on April 20, 2026:
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Adobe Summit: Adobe Redefines Customer Experience Orchestration Vision in the Agentic AI Era with Introduction of CX Enterprise
* Adobe has defined modern marketing, from driving digital transformation for businesses to accelerating Customer Experience Orchestration as agentic AI reshapes daily work.
* Adobe CX Enterprise is an end-to-end agentic AI system that brings more
Adobe Unveils CX Enterprise Coworker to Build Agentic-Enabled Workflows for Customer Experience Orchestration
SAN JOSE, California, April 21 -- Adobe Inc., a computer software company, issued the following news on April 20, 2026:
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Adobe Unveils CX Enterprise Coworker to Build Agentic-Enabled Workflows for Customer Experience Orchestration
* Adobe CX Enterprise Coworker will simplify the process of bringing together data and content across fragmented systems to deliver personalized experiences at scale, with AI agents that can orchestrate workflows based on defined goals.
* CX Enterprise Coworke more
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Better Markets Inc., a non-profit organization focused on financial market reform, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the update of the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. The group emphasized that financial education alone cannot adequately safeguard consumers in today's increasingly complex and risky financial marketplace, and urged the Treasury to reinforce consumer protection regulations as an essential comple more
Britain on a Diet - 45% Cutting Back While Health Trends and GLP-1 Reshape Menus
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 21 (TNSxrep) -- Circana, a company that says it is a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, issued the following news release:
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Britain on a diet - 45% cutting back while health trends and GLP-1 reshape menus
British foodservice spend hits pound sterling71bn as experience-led demand reshapes the industry
Circana predicts foodservice growth trends for 2026
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London, UK - With 45% of British adults now following a specific diet (rising to 60% am more
Census Bureau Issues Tip Sheet No. 8 - April 17, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The U.S. Census Bureau issued the following tip sheet on April 17, 2026:
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Upcoming
Online Product Calendar
The U.S. Census Bureau provides anticipated release dates for its regular and recurring statistical products through its online product calendar. This calendar is regularly updated to reflect the most current information.
Data.census.gov Users Needed for Survey
The U.S. Census Bureau's Center for Enterprise Dissemination Services and Consumer Innovation is more
Circana: Foodservice Spend Forecast to Grow 3% Across U.S. and Europe as Evolving Consumer Behaviours Reshape Formats, Occasions and Value Propositions
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 21 (TNSxrep) -- Circana, a company that says it is a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, issued the following news release:
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Foodservice spend forecast to grow 3% across U.S. and Europe as evolving consumer behaviours reshape formats, occasions and value propositions
Circana forecasts steady expansion in 2026, with organised and branded players gaining share
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Europe - Global foodservice is set for continued expansion, with total spend acros more
Circana: Private Label Reaches Record 50% Unit Share Across Europe's Six Biggest Grocery Markets
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 21 (TNSxrep) -- Circana, a company that says it is a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, issued the following news release:
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Private label reaches record 50% unit share across Europe's six biggest grocery markets
Circana predicts further acceleration of private label growth during 2026 as rising inflation forces brands to increase prices, and AI-driven shopping prioritises cheaper products that meet the same consumer needs
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Consumer Bankers Association Urges Treasury to Prioritize Targeted Financial Literacy in Updated National Strategy
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Consumer Bankers Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury emphasizing the need to modernize the Financial Literacy and Education Commission U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. CBA advocates for a focused approach that addresses contemporary financial challenges through practical education in fraud and scams, limiting excessive student loan debt, and enhancing consumer debt management literacy.
The association hig more
CUNY Graduate School of Journalism: Newmark J-School Names 2026 Alumni Award Honorees
NEW YORK, April 21 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism issued the following news:
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Newmark J-School Names 2026 Alumni Award Honorees
The Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Alumni Awards for Excellence. This year's award presentations are part of Newmark J-School's 20th anniversary celebration, marking two decades as a force for good in journalism.
"These alumni reflect the very best of what we s more
Fordham Political Review Posts Commentary: Long Live Print Media - What the Resurgence of "Zines" Tells Us About Gen-Z
BRONX, New York, April 21 -- The Fordham Political Review posted the following commentary on April 19, 2026, by Nadia Garriga:
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Long Live Print Media: What the resurgence of "Zines" Tells Us About Gen-Z
If you're young and chronically online, you've probably seen an influx of innovative magazines, or "zines," flooding your feed. From New York City's First Lady, Rama Duwaji, on the cover for The Cut, where photographer Szilveszter Mako's surrealist styling gives her a unique edge, to actr more
Fordham Political Review Posts Commentary: POP Goes the AI Bubble
BRONX, New York, April 21 -- The Fordham Political Review posted the following commentary on April 20, 2026, by Catherine Topps:
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POP Goes the AI Bubble
It feels like AI has been integrated into absolutely everything. When you shop on Amazon, when you try to listen to music on Spotify, when you go grocery shopping--even as I write this article, Google is trying to persuade me to use their new integrated AI features. I can assure you that this article was written without utilizing generat more
Foundation Fighting Blindness to Host United in Vision 2026 Conference in Partnership With Retina International World Congress
COLUMBIA, Maryland, April 21 -- The Foundation Fighting Blindness issued the following news on April 20, 2026:
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Foundation Fighting Blindness to Host United in Vision 2026 Conference in Partnership with Retina International World Congress
The gathering will be held June 12-13 and will convene global communities impacted by blinding diseases, alongside researchers, clinicians, patient advocates, and industry partners to foster collaboration, innovation, and hope.
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The Foundation Fighti more
How AI is Reshaping Global Supply Chains--and What CWRU Students are Learning From It
CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 21 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news:
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How AI is reshaping global supply chains--and what CWRU students are learning from it
Story by: Brianna Smith
From empty store shelves and inventory shortages to delayed package deliveries and surging gas prices, supply chain disruptions--often driven by natural disasters, geopolitical tensions and rapid technological change--shape everyday life in visible ways.
While these challenges are not new, more
Lehigh University: Four Questions With Steve Wozniak - 'I Never Wanted to Start An Industry'
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylania, April 21 -- Lehigh University issued the following Q&A on April 20, 2026, by Kristen DiPrinzio with Apple co-founder and technology entrepreneur Steve Wozniak:
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Four Questions with Steve Wozniak: 'I Never Wanted to Start An Industry'
The Apple co-founder and technology entrepreneur visited Lehigh in January as a guest in the Compelling Perspectives series. He discussed the early days of personal computing, his passion for engineering, artificial intelligence and t more
Lehigh University: Scholar of Faith and Technology to Deliver 2026 Baccalaureate Address
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylania, April 21 -- Lehigh University issued the following news:
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Scholar of Faith and Technology to Deliver 2026 Baccalaureate Address
Timothy Beal will explore AI, ethics, and the role of higher education in shaping a just and sustainable future.
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Lehigh University is pleased to announce that Timothy Beal, Distinguished University Professor, Florence Harkness Professor of Religion, and Director of h.lab at Case Western Reserve University will deliver the University's more
Leonardo DRS Launches New Maritime Counter-UAS Capability to Defeat Aerial Unmanned Threats at Sea
ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 21 -- Leonardo DRS, a company that says it provides advanced defense technology to U.S. national security customers and allies around the world, issued the following news release on April 20, 2026:
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Leonardo DRS Launches New Maritime Counter-UAS Capability to Defeat Aerial Unmanned Threats at Sea
Integrated C-UAS for the Maritime Fight -- Built to Field Fast
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Leonardo DRS, Inc. (Nasdaq: DRS) announced today it has successfully integrated its Maritime Mission more
LLNL to Harness Quantum Computing for Next-Generation Magnets
LIVERMORE, California, April 21 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news:
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LLNL to harness quantum computing for next-generation magnets
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has been selected to lead a project that will receive $4.1 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) as part of the Quantum Computing for Computational Chemistry (QC3) program.
QC3 seeks to more
Louisiana Tech, LED, Jonesboro State Bank, and SHOLOC Partnering to Offer Local Business Visibility Program
RUSTON, Louisiana, April 21 -- Louisiana Tech University issued the following news:
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Louisiana Tech, LED, Jonesboro State Bank, and SHOLOC partnering to offer local business visibility program
Louisiana Tech University is partnering with Louisiana Economic Development (LED), Jonesboro State Bank, and SHOLOC, a north Louisiana-based organization focused on helping small businesses connect with customers, to offer a local business visibility program.
This program addresses one of the most more
Lumen Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2026 North American Broadcast Video Managed Services Recognition for Excellence in Purpose-Built Broadcast Reliability and Operational Efficiency
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 21 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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Lumen Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2026 North American Broadcast Video Managed Services Recognition for Excellence in Purpose-Built Broadcast Reliability and Operational Efficiency
Recognized for delivering purpose-built broadcast services that enhance operational efficiency, reliability, and seamles more
Meta and CBRE Announce LevelUp - a Multiyear Program to Recruit and Train Thousands of Technicians to Build Meta's Data Centers in the U.S.
LOS ANGELES, California, April 21 -- CBRE Group, a commercial real estate services provider, issued the following news release:
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Meta and CBRE Announce LevelUp - a Multiyear Program to Recruit and Train Thousands of Technicians to Build Meta's Data Centers in the U.S.
Graduates will be equipped with skills to install technical infrastructure, including fiber-optic cable, racks, and other mission-critical equipment
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Meta Platforms, Inc. and CBRE, a commercial real estate and critical i more
New York University Institute for Policy Integrity Urges FSIS to Consider Worker Safety and AI Transparency in Proposed Line-Speed Rules
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The New York University School of Law Institute for Policy Integrity submitted a public comment letter today to the Food Safety and Inspection Services regarding FSIS's proposals to raise maximum line speeds for swine slaughter and young poultry establishments. The letter criticizes FSIS's stance that worker safety is not a required consideration in setting line-speed regulations and calls on the agency to disclose any use of artificial intelligence tools in developing th more
Next Gen Personal Finance Urges Treasury to Prioritize K-12 Financial Education in National Strategy Update
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Next Gen Personal Finance, Burlingame, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the Financial Literacy and Education Commission's update to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. NGPF, which serves over 140,000 teachers and 5 million students annually with free, standards-aligned curriculum and professional development, emphasized the need to establish K-12 personal finance education as a standalone priorit more
Northwestern University: Cracking a Long-standing Problem in High-entropy Alloy Nanoparticle Synthesis
EVANSTON, Illinois, April 21 (TNSjou) -- Northwestern University posted the following news release:
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Cracking a long-standing problem in high-entropy alloy nanoparticle synthesis
New three-step method opens a systematic path to next-generation catalyst discovery
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Composed of five or more elements in nearly equal amounts, high-entropy alloys (HEAs) have emerged as promising catalysts due to their compositionally complex surfaces that can accelerate chemical reactions. Until now, scient more
NYC Mayor Mamdani Reflects on First 100 Days and National Politics in NPR Interview
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani graded his administration's early progress and addressed his relationship with the federal government during an interview on NPR's Newsmakers. Speaking with Leila Fadel, Mayor Mamdani highlighted accomplishments including the delivery of $1.2 billion for universal childcare, the repair of thousands of apartments and the filling of over 102,000 potholes.
Despite inheriting a $12 billion fiscal deficit, the mayor emphasized that his more
Peterson Institute for International Economics Issues Commentary: Why Foreign Policy is the Central Question of Brazil's Next Election
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Peterson Institute for International Economics issued the following commentary on April 20, 2026, by senior fellow Monica de Bolle:
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Why foreign policy is the central question of Brazil's next election
The October election between President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, running for a fourth term, and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, running as a proxy for his father, who was convicted and imprisoned for organizing a coup, is not simply a contest between left and right. more
Piraeus and Accenture Team Up to Launch AI Hub in the Greek Banking Sector Powered by Anthropic
NEW YORK, April 21 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, presented the following news release:
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Piraeus and Accenture Team Up to Launch AI Hub in the Greek Banking Sector Powered by Anthropic
ATHENS, Greece - Piraeus (ATH: TPEIR) and Accenture (NYSE: ACN) announced a significant expansion of their long-standing collaboration with the launch of a dedicated AI Hub--supported by Anthropic--designed to accelerate Piraeus' enterprise-wide AI transformation and set a benchmark more
Purdue University Northwest: Steel Manufacturing Simulation and Visualization Consortium Celebrates 10 Years of Cutting-edge Innovation
WESTVILLE, Indiana, April 21 -- Purdue University Northwest issued the following news release:
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Steel Manufacturing Simulation and Visualization Consortium celebrates 10 years of cutting-edge innovation
The Steel Manufacturing Simulation and Visualization Consortium (SMSVC), an initiative spearheaded by Purdue University Northwest's (PNW) Center for Innovation through Visualization and Simulation (CIVS), is celebrating a decade of transformational innovation that advances efficiencies fo more
Readout: Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting With Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and Economy Koo Yoon-cheol of the Republic of Korea
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on April 19, 2026:
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READOUT: Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and Economy Koo Yoon-cheol of the Republic of Korea
On Friday, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent met with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and Economy Koo Yoon-cheol of the Republic of Korea. Secretary Bessent and Minister Koo shared updates on the more
SETAF-AF Team Drives Bottom-up Innovation, Transforms Operational Data Management
HEIDELBERG, Germany, April 21 -- U.S. Army Europe and Africa issued the following news release:
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News - SETAF-AF team drives bottom-up innovation, transforms operational data management
VICENZA, Italy -- A three-person tiger team launched in February 2025 has helped transform U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) into the Army's premier battle lab in Africa. The team now helps the command lead by transforming operational data into fast, actionable decisions. The team more
Somos Inc. Highlights Security Challenges in AI Agent Systems in Comment to NIST
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Somos Inc., East Brunswick, New Jersey, submitted a public comment letter to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in response to the agency's Request for Information regarding security considerations for artificial intelligence (AI) agent systems. The letter addresses distinct security risks posed by AI agents and provides recommendations for evolving security standards and practices.
Somos emphasized that AI agent systems present fundamentally diffe more
St. Bonaventure University: Survey - 54% OK With Pro Athletes Taking Social Justice Stands
ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, April 21 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release:
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Survey: 54% OK with pro athletes taking social justice stands
A majority of Americans say athletes, coaches and other figures in professional sports speaking out against what they believe are social injustices is good for sports, according to a new survey of United States residents released today by the Siena Research Institute (SRI) and St. Bonaventure University's Jandoli School of Com more
TechNet Urges FTC to Limit Scope of Negative Option Rule Changes
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- TechNet submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission regarding the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the Negative Option Rule. Representing companies that operate subscription-based services, TechNet emphasized the importance of balancing consumer protection with the ability of businesses to offer subscription models that benefit both consumers and the economy.
In the letter, TechNet highlighted that the FTC's existing enforcement aut more
Trevecca's Online Ed.D. in Leadership Rated Among Nation's Best by Princeton Review
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 21 -- Trevecca Nazarene University issued the following news:
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Trevecca's Online Ed.D. in Leadership Rated Among Nation's Best by Princeton Review
Trevecca has been ranked as one of the top schools in the U.S. for online Doctor of Education programs by The Princeton Review. The ranking takes into account flexibility, affordability, access to innovative technologies, the diversity of students' career backgrounds and global opportunities.
In recent years, the E more
U-M Experts Explore Benefits, Harms of AI for People With Developmental Disabilities
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 21 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:
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U-M experts explore benefits, harms of AI for people with developmental disabilities
WHAT'S THE STUDY: The Science, Technology, and Public Policy program at the University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy is embarking on a project to explore the potential benefits and harms of artificial intelligence to support people with developmental disabilities, their families and direct-care workers. R more
UM Joins Regional Universities to Create Mid-South AI Consortium
OXFORD, Mississippi, April 21 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news:
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UM Joins Regional Universities to Create Mid-South AI Consortium
Partnership aims to expand artificial intelligence research and workforce, industry collaboration
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With the signing of a new regional agreement today (April 20), the University of Mississippi is joining forces with partner institutions to position the Mid-South as a national hub for applied artificial intelligence research.
Repres more
University of Memphis Among Partners in Newly Launched Mid-South AI Research Consortium
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, April 21 -- The University of Memphis issued the following news:
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University of Memphis Among Partners in Newly Launched Mid-South AI Research Consortium
Today the University of Memphis joined the University of Arkansas, the University of Mississippi, and the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in signing a memorandum of understanding to establish a strategic collaboration on the development of a Mid-South AI Research Consortium.
Present at the signing were more
UWF Center for Cybersecurity and AI Offers Free Summer Cyber and AI Experience Camps
PENSACOLA, Florida, April 21 -- The University of West Florida, a component of public state university system in Florida, issued the following news release:
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UWF Center for Cybersecurity and AI offers free Summer Cyber and AI Experience Camps
The University of West Florida Center for Cybersecurity and AI is collaborating with Regions Foundation to offer free Summer Cyber and AI Experience Camps for the summer of 2026. The camps are an opportunity for rising seventh through twelfth grader more
Virginia Tech: AI-powered Imaging Could Speed Detection of Microplastics in Seafood
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 21 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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AI-powered imaging could speed detection of microplastics in seafood
Hyperspectral imaging and artificial intelligence reveal plastic particles on fish surfaces without the need for destructive testing.
By Marya Barlow
Microplastics are now found almost everywhere -- in our environment, drinking water, and increasingly, in the food we eat.
But detecting them in seafood is a slow, labor-intensive proc more
Virginia Tech: Experts Available - Iran War, Oil Prices and Stock Markets, Virginia Redistricting, Cycling in Cities, and More
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 21 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Experts available: Iran war, oil prices and stock markets, Virginia redistricting, cycling in cities, and more
Virginia Tech experts are available this week to talk about issues in the news, including the Iran War, oil prices, the stock market, alternative transportation, and Autism Acceptance Month. To schedule an interview with any of them or if you need analysis on other topics, please contact mediarelations@v more
Virginia Tech: TRUST Initiative to Bring Transparent AI to the Corporate Bond Market
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 21 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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New TRUST initiative to bring transparent AI to the corporate bond market
By Barbara L. Micale
Two Virginia Tech researchers have launched Transparent Risk Understanding through Structured Tone-analysis (TRUST), a multidisciplinary initiative that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to transform how investors, analysts, and regulators assess corporate bond risk.
The initiative aims to identify early warning sig more
A Deep Learning Pathomics Platform May Help Predict Response to Immunotherapy in Lung Cancer Patients
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 20 [Category: Medical] -- The American Association for Cancer Research posted the following news release:
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A Deep Learning Pathomics Platform May Help Predict Response to Immunotherapy in Lung Cancer Patients
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SAN DIEGO - A biology-guided artificial intelligence model applied to routine pathology slides accurately predicted outcomes and response to immunotherapy in patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), according to a study presen more
Advancing Our Mission Through Responsible Artificial Intelligence
WASHINGTON, April 20 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release:
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Advancing Our Mission Through Responsible Artificial Intelligence
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At Ascension, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) applications reflects a deep commitment to our Mission. Technology helps strengthen the connection between caregivers and patients, improve the quality and safety of care and make healthcare more personal and efficient. Each new initia more
AI Teaching Innovation Showcase Celebrates USD Faculty
VERMILLION, South Dakota, April 20 -- The University of South Dakota posted the following news:
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AI Teaching Innovation Showcase Celebrates USD Faculty
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Held in collaboration with school and college leadership, as well as the Center for Teaching and Learning, the AI Teaching Innovation Showcase highlighted creative, ethical and impactful uses of AI that enhance student learning across disciplines.
"This showcase offered an opportunity for faculty to explain how they are using AI with more
AI-enhanced Microscopy Produces Crisp, Real-time Video Inside Live Cells
LA JOLLA, California, April 20 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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AI-enhanced Microscopy Produces Crisp, Real-time Video Inside Live Cells
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Using artificial intelligence, engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed a new way to watch the inner workings of living cells in real time. The process both captures images that are twice as sharp as conventional microscopes and is fast enough to play as smooth video.
The advance more
America Forward Urges Treasury to Prioritize Federal Investment in Financial Literacy Programs
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- America Forward submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing the Financial Literacy and Education Commission's efforts to update the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. The letter offers three main recommendations: prioritizing federal investment in K-12 financial literacy, increasing support for postsecondary financial education, and integrating financial literacy as a crucial element of evidence-based workforce developme more
American Association for Cancer Research Recognizes 2025-2026 Research Grantees
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 20 [Category: Medical] -- The American Association for Cancer Research posted the following news release:
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American Association for Cancer Research Recognizes 2025-2026 Research Grantees
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PHILADELPHIA - The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) is proud to announce its newest class of grant recipients.
Since 1993, the AACR has awarded more than $551 million through more than 1,100 research grants to support scientists in advancing cancer re more
Arts, Creativity, and Innovation Weekend Inspires Colgate Community
HAMILTON, New York, April 20 -- Colgate University posted the following news:
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Arts, Creativity, and Innovation Weekend Inspires Colgate Community
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Colgate University hosted its annual Arts, Creativity, and Innovation (ACI) Weekend, a celebration of the creative process and imaginative thinking across all disciplines, April 10-11. The weekend honored the spirit of the Middle Campus Initiative -a cornerstone of Colgate's Third-Century Plan.
The community engaged in a robust schedule of more
AWS Collaborates with SHI India to Enable AI Infrastructure for IndiaAI Mission
SEATTLE, Washington, April 20 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon issued the following news:
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AWS Collaborates with SHI India to Enable AI Infrastructure for IndiaAI Mission
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NEW DELHI, April 20, 2026 - Amazon Web Services (AWS) today announced a collaboration with SHI India (formerly Locuz), an AWS Partner Network (APN) Partner, to support indigenous AI model development under the IndiaAI Mission. This initiative makes AI capabilities accessible to government departments, start more
Chiesi Group Selects Salesforce Agentforce Life Sciences to Transform Customer Engagement
SAN FRANCISCO, California, April 20 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release:
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Chiesi Group Selects Salesforce Agentforce Life Sciences to Transform Customer Engagement
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SAN FRANCISCO and PARMA, ITALY -April 20, 2026 - Chiesi Group, an international biopharmaceutical group, has selected Salesforce's Agentforce Life Sciences for Customer Engagement to transform its commercial operations and stre more
Clemson Extension releases 2026 peanut guide, AI tools to boost farm profitability
CLEMSON, South Carolina, April 20 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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Clemson Extension releases 2026 peanut guide, AI tools to boost farm profitability
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As peanut planting begins, South Carolina growers have new tools from the Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service designed to improve efficiency, reduce uncertainty and increase profitability.
The 2026 South Carolina Peanut Production Guide and accompanying AI-powered tools and farm calculators help producers m more
Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview - Week of April 20, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview - Week of April 20, 2026
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Here's what to watch for from House Republican committees during the week:
Appropriations
On Monday, April 20, the Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies will hold a budget hearing called "Department of the Interior."
On Tuesday, April 21, the Committee on Appropriations will hold a ful more
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Bill to Ban Artificial Intelligence Chatbots in Children's Toys
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Rep. Blake Moore, R-Utah, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Bill to Ban Artificial Intelligence Chatbots in Children's Toys
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WASHINGTON - Congressman Blake Moore introduced the AI Children's Toy Safety Act to ban the manufacturing, importation, sale, or distribution of any children's toy or childcare article that incorporates an artificial intelligence chatbot in the United States.
The insertion of AI chatbots into children more
Department Official Details DOW's Intelligence, Security Priorities
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Department Official Details DOW's Intelligence, Security Priorities
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The undersecretary of war for intelligence and security testified on the resourcing, priorities and challenges facing the intelligence enterprise for fiscal year 2027, during a hearing before the House Armed Services Committee's intelligence and special operations subcommittee in Washington, April 16.
Bradley D. Hansell said the president more
Emory University Winship Cancer Institute: Researchers Explore Legal and Ethical Questions Raised by Utah AI Prescription Pilot
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 20 (TNSjou) -- Emory University Winship Cancer Institute issued the following news release:
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Researchers explore legal and ethical questions raised by Utah AI prescription pilot
A first-in-the-nation program in Utah is testing whether artificial intelligence can independently renew prescriptions for certain chronic conditions, and a new article in New England Journal of Medicine explores the legal, ethical and patient safety questions the initiative raises.
The c more
Environmental Protection Agency: Three Things to Know About WRAP 2.0
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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Three Things to Know About WRAP 2.0
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WASHINGTON - On Thursday, April 16, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin launched the Water Reuse Action Plan (WRAP) 2.0, to harness the power of water reuse for American industry, the artificial intelligence (AI) future, and American energy dominance while strengthening public health protections and safeguarding the nation' more
Experts at St. Olaf: Earth Day
NORTHFIELD, Minnesota, April 20 -- St. Olaf College issued the following news:
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Experts at St. Olaf: Earth Day
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Since the 1970s, Earth Day has been celebrated around the globe to raise awareness about our environment and how to keep Earth clean. Learn more about the importance of Earth Day with St. Olaf College Department Chair of Environmental Studies and Martin E. Marty Chair in Religion and the Academy Kiara Jorgenson.
What is the history of Earth Day?
The first Earth Day took more
Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Issues Weekly Reflections on April 20, 2026
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, April 20 -- Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Michelle Reid issued the following Weekly Reflections:
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Hello Team FCPS,
What a fabulous time of the year spring is and what an amazing weekend to be outdoors!! I for one love the healing rain as much as the energizing sunshine ;>). I trust that you are each having an opportunity to enjoy time doing something you love, these are our best days.
I have more good news to share this week, as FCPS student wri more
FDA Achieves Year 1 Goals in Reducing Animal Testing in Drug Development
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following news release:
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FDA Achieves Year 1 Goals in Reducing Animal Testing in Drug Development
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced it achieved its key first-year goals in the implementation of its April 2025 Roadmap to Reducing Animal Testing in Preclinical Safety Studies, marking one year of transformative action to modernize drug development through i more
Federal Reserve Bank Issues National Summary of Beige Book on April 15, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of issued the following national summary of the Beige Book on April 15, 2026:
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Overall Economic Activity
Overall economic activity increased at a slight to modest pace in eight of the twelve Federal Reserve Districts, while two Districts reported little change and two Districts reported slight to modest declines. The conflict in the Middle East was cited as a major source of uncertainty that complicated decision-making around hiring, prici more
Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Issues Beige Book on April 15, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta issued the following Beige Book on April 15, 2026:
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity in the Sixth District grew modestly from mid-February through March. Employment levels remained flat, and wages continued to grow at a modest average pace of two to four percent. Prices and input costs also rose modestly, on average, and firms' pricing power varied. Retail sales increased, and travel and tourism expanded slowly. De more
Federal Reserve Bank of Boston Issues Beige Book on April 15, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston issued the following Beige Book on April 15, 2026:
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity declined slightly overall, reflecting a combination of weaker real estate activity and mostly stable activity elsewhere. Consumer spending was about the same as in the last report, excluding the effects of severe winter snowstorms. Manufacturing activity edged higher, and nonfinancial services activity improved slightly. Banking and more
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis Issues Beige Book on April 15, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis issued the following Beige Book on April 15, 2026:
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity in the Ninth District increased slightly since the previous report. Employment rose slightly, recent labor demand was positive, and wage growth was moderate. Prices increased modestly overall, with higher input price pressures, particularly those related to oil. Growth was noted in manufacturing, commercial construction, commer more
Federal Reserve Bank of New York Issues Beige Book on April 15, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of New York issued the following Beige Book on April 15, 2026:
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity in the Second District continued to decline modestly amid heightened uncertainty in large part due to shifts in tariff policy and the conflict in the Middle East. Manufacturing activity held steady after increasing last period, while service sector activity continued to decline moderately. On balance, employment held steady, and w more
Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Issues Beige Book on April 15, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco issued the following Beige Book on April 15, 2026:
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity in the Twelfth District was somewhat subdued but largely stable during the mid-February through March reporting period. Employment levels remained generally stable, and most employers held their head counts flat and hired only to replace departing workers. Wages continued to rise at a slight pace. Prices rose moderately, driv more
Finalists announced for Montana State's $100K Venture Competition
BOZEMAN, Montana, April 20 -- Montana State University issued the following news:
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Finalists announced for Montana State's $100K Venture Competition
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BOZEMAN -Montana State University has announced the finalists for the 2026 $100K Venture Competition, which is hosted annually by the Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship and the MSU Launchpad.
The competition provides entrepreneurs the opportunity to present their business ventures, receive feedback and compete for startu more
Five Vanderbilt Law Professors Honored with 2026 Hall-Hartman Awards
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 20 -- Vanderbilt Law School posted the following news:
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Five Vanderbilt Law Professors Honored with 2026 Hall-Hartman Awards
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Five Vanderbilt Law professors - Farhang Heydari, Francesca Procaccini, Christopher Serkin, Sean Seymore, as well as adjunct professor John Richmond -were honored with the 2026 Hall-Hartman Awards for Outstanding Teaching from the Vanderbilt Bar Association.
Hall-Hartman Awards are based on a student poll administered by the VBA. Th more
GA-ASI Selected by U.S. Navy PMA-281 for Collaborative Autonomy Mission Planning and Debrief Project
SAN DIEGO, California, April 20 [Category: BizNational Defense] -- General Atomics Aeronautical Systems issued the following news release:
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GA-ASI Selected by U.S. Navy PMA-281 for Collaborative Autonomy Mission Planning and Debrief Project
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CAMP Initiative To Demonstrate Advanced Mission Planning, AI Model Management, and Autonomy Workflows
SAN DIEGO - 20 April 2026 - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) was selected by the U.S. Navy's Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAI more
Global Economy Could Split in Very Different Directions by 2050
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 20 [Category: BizConsulting] (TNSrpt) -- Boston Consulting Group, a management consulting firm, presented the following news release:
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The Global Economy Could Split in Very Different Directions by 2050
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Research from the BCG Henderson Institute Details Four Plausible Scenarios for the World over the Next 25 Years, Based on Analysis of More Than 100 Megatrends and a Century of Historical Data
BOSTON- The global economy could follow markedly different paths more
Global Marketer Week kicks off in Stockholm
BRUSSELS, Belgium, April 20 [Category: Media] -- The World Federation of Advertisers posted the following news release:
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Global Marketer Week kicks off in Stockholm
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Welcome to Stockholm and Global Marketer Week. We hope you get lots of insight and inspiration from your stay in one of Europe's most beautiful and dynamic cities.
We've got a packed programme and wanted to share a day-by-day summary of what's happening to ensure you get the most out of your visit to WFA's flagship annua more
Honors course dives into the role and value of universities
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 20 -- Temple University posted the following news:
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Honors course dives into the role and value of universities
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Taught by Chancellor Richard Englert, Why Care About College? examines student success, the evolution of higher education and the challenges institutions face today.
Higher education has many purposes: to teach, to encourage critical thinking, to foster collaboration and research, to prepare students for future careers, to provide public se more
How does Electron Structure Impact Light Responses in Moire Materials?
LOS ANGELES, California, April 20 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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How does Electron Structure Impact Light Responses in Moire Materials?
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In materials science, if you can understand the "texture" of a material - how its internal patterns form and shift - you can begin to design how it behaves. That's the focus of the work of Zhenglu Li, assistant professor in the Mork Family Department of Chemical Engineering and Materi more
In Print: 'AI for Cybersecurity: Research and Practice'
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, April 20 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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In Print: 'AI for Cybersecurity: Research and Practice'
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Publication title
AI for Cybersecurity: Research and Practice
Purdue author
Elisa Bertino
Authors
Houbing Herbert Song
Elisa Bertino
Alvaro Velasquez
Huihui Helen Wang
Yan Shoshitaishvili
Sumit Kumar Jha
Publisher
Wiley-IEEE Press
Publication date
February 2026
About the book (from the publisher)
"AI for more
Indiana Health Law Review Announces Student Notes for Volume 24
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, April 20 -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news release:
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Indiana Health Law Review Announces Student Notes for Volume 24
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Student notes for the Indiana Health Law Review have been selected. The following notes will be published in Volume 24:
IIlanah Mangan won the honor for Best Student Note: Indiana's Mature Minor Doctrine: Redefining Minors' Access to Contraceptive Services
Danielle Sullivan: Autonomy Denied: Disability Di more
Infor and AWS Bring Agentic AI to Manufacturing at Enterprise Scale
SEATTLE, Washington, April 20 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon issued the following news:
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Infor and AWS Bring Agentic AI to Manufacturing at Enterprise Scale
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Hannover, Germany -April 20, 2026 - Infor, the Industry Cloud Complete company, and Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) today announced new and enhanced industry-specific AI agents built natively on AWS, enabling manufacturing and distribution enterprises to deploy industry-specific AI agents that reason, plan, and act acr more
Innovation Meets Opportunity at the UMGC NEXUS Pitch Competition
ADELPHI, Maryland, April 20 -- The University of Maryland Global Campus issued the following news:
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Innovation Meets Opportunity at the UMGC NEXUS Pitch Competition
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Student and alumni entrepreneurs pitched business ideas for seed funding
UMGC student and alumni entrepreneur participants, judges, and mentors in the first UMGC NEXUS Pitch Competition
On April 10, 2026, University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) hosted its first UMGC NEXUS Pitch Competition, where 10 U.S.-based stud more
Investing in New Mexico's future through agricultural education
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, April 20 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release:
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Investing in New Mexico's future through agricultural education
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By Rolando A. Flores Galarza
NMSU College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences
As dean of New Mexico State University's College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, I have witnessed how education transforms lives and entire communities. Nowhere is this more evident than in the field of a more
Kansas State president calls for a new land-grant vision with Patterson Lecture
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 20 -- Ohio State University posted the following news:
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Kansas State president calls for a new land-grant vision with Patterson Lecture
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From emerging diseases and natural disasters to the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence, change in the world is happening faster than ever before. To help communities face these challenges, states' flagship universities must adopt a Land-grant 3.0 model to remain relevant.
That was the message from Kansas State Universit more
Latest Ripon Forum looks at permitting reform, data centers, and an American strategy for global clean energy leadership
WASHINGTON, April 20 [Category: Political] -- The Ripon Society posted the following news release:
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"LET AMERICA BUILD"
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Latest Ripon Forum looks at permitting reform, data centers, and an American strategy for global clean energy leadership
WASHINGTON DC -With energy costs rising at a time when energy demand is going through the roof, the latest edition of The Ripon Forum examines steps that should be taken to meet this demand and make energy more affordable for American families an more
Media Tip Sheet: The NSA's Continued Use of Anthropic
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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Media Tip Sheet: The NSA's Continued Use of Anthropic
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WASHINGTON (April 20, 2026) - Two sources told Axios that the National Security Agency is using Mythos Preview despite the Department of Defense's declaration of Anthropic as a "supply chain risk" and attempt to blacklist the AI startup from government contracts.
Jessica Tillipman, associate dean for government procurement law studies at the George W more
Milken Institute Urges Treasury to Enhance Financial Literacy Strategy With Focus on Interactive Education, Trump Accounts, and Fraud Prevention
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Milken Institute, Santa Monica, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Literacy and Education Commission supporting updates to the National Strategy for Financial Literacy. The think tank emphasized the need for interactive education models, broader financial education topics including debt management and lifetime income, and comprehensive approaches to implementing Trump Accounts-a federal early wealth-buildin more
MSU to host first Apple Manufacturing Academy Spring Forum, tours
EAST LANSING, Michigan, April 20 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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MSU to host first Apple Manufacturing Academy Spring Forum, tours
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Michigan State University, in partnership with Apple, will host the Apple Manufacturing Academy Spring Forum April 30-May 1.
The Apple Manufacturing Academy is a free program that pairs Apple engineers and MSU experts with small- and medium-sized businesses to help them implement AI and smart manufacturing techniques and has alre more
New satellite-based AI approach reveals ocean currents in unprecedented detail
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, April 20 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news:
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New satellite-based AI approach reveals ocean currents in unprecedented detail
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KINGSTON, R.I. - April 20, 2026 - A new study published in the journal Nature Geoscience describes an artificial intelligence-powered technique that can measure ocean surface currents over broad areas in greater detail than ever before. Among the co-authors is Nick Pizzo of the University of Rhode Island Graduate more
Notre Dame's Nathan Swenson elected 2026 Fellow of the Ecological Society of America
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, April 20 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news:
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Notre Dame's Nathan Swenson elected 2026 Fellow of the Ecological Society of America
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Nathan Swenson, the Gillen Director of the University of Notre Dame Environmental Research Center (UNDERC) and professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Notre Dame, has been named a 2026 Fellow of the Ecological Society of America (ESA).
"I am honored to have been elected to such a more
NRL Celebrates 60 Years of Plasma Physics Innovation
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory issued the following news:
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NRL Celebrates 60 Years of Plasma Physics Innovation
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The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is celebrating the 60th anniversary of its Plasma Physics Division, marking six decades of scientific discovery that has advanced the understanding of plasma, and supported technologies critical to national defense, space science, and advanced materials.Â
Established in 1966, the division brought together more
NSF awards 20 students and alumni with highly coveted Graduate Research Fellowships
SANTA CRUZ, California, April 20 -- The University of California Santa Cruz campus issued the following news:
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NSF awards 20 students and alumni with highly coveted Graduate Research Fellowships
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The National Science Foundation (NSF) has announced that 20 students currently or formerly studying at the University of California, Santa Cruz, will receive prestigious Graduate Research Fellowships for the 2026-27 academic year.
On April 13, the NSF announced that 2,500 students around the more
Parsons Demand Response Technology To Optimize And Enable Los Angeles Department Of Water & Power's Operations And Strategic Plan
PASADENA, California, April 20 [Category: BizConstruction]-- Parsons Corp., an engineering, construction, technical and management services firm, posted the following news release:
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Parsons Demand Response Technology To Optimize And Enable Los Angeles Department Of Water & Power's Operations And Strategic Plan
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CHANTILLY, Va. (April 20, 2026) -Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) announced today that the company has been selected by the Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP) to pro more
Peabody-Jordan collaboration expands to advance teacher development and curriculum design
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 20 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news release:
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Peabody-Jordan collaboration expands to advance teacher development and curriculum design
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By Jennifer Kiilerich
As part of Jordan's nationwide education reform initiative, scholars at Vanderbilt Peabody College of education and human development are partnering with four Jordanian universities through the Early Grade Education Activity (ASAS) to co-create curricula and support professional deve more
Possibility Showcase highlights student innovation and entrepreneurial spirit at NDSU
FARGO, North Dakota, April 20 -- North Dakota State University posted the following news:
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Possibility Showcase highlights student innovation and entrepreneurial spirit at NDSU
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The NDSU Center for Entrepreneurship and Family Business brought together innovation, collaboration and entrepreneurial energy on Tuesday, April 14, during its annual Possibility Showcase. The event highlighted the creativity and ambition of student innovators whose ideas spanned agriculture, engineering, healt more
MADISON, Wisconsin, April 20 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news:
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Regents recognize Mnookin's service, contributions
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The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents recognized UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin for her leadership ahead of her upcoming departure for Columbia University.
The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents on Monday adopted a resolution recognizing UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin for her leadership of the state's flagship univ more
Researcher uses emerging technologies to improve prostate cancer detection
KENNESAW, Georgia, April 20 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release:
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Researcher uses emerging technologies to improve prostate cancer detection
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Prostate cancer remains one of the most common diseases among men, yet current screening methods often lead to unnecessary biopsies and missed diagnoses. At Kennesaw State University, assistant professor Muhammad Imran is working to improve accuracy and reduce patient stress using artificial intelligence and advanced i more
Study Suggests That Strategic Wikipedia Engagement Enhances Scientific Visibility, Highlighting New Imperatives for AI-Era Information Access
AURORA, Colorado, April 20 -- The University of Colorado School of Public Health posted the following news release:
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Study Suggests That Strategic Wikipedia Engagement Enhances Scientific Visibility, Highlighting New Imperatives for AI-Era Information Access
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A new study, published in Anatomical Sciences Education, provides evidence that researchers and scientific organizations can significantly improve public access to accurate, high-quality information through structured engagement w more
The Challenges and Opportunities of Clinical Adoption of AI: A Recap of the SNMMI AI Summit
RESTON, Virginia, April 20 [Category: Medical] -- The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging issued the following news release:
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The Challenges and Opportunities of Clinical Adoption of AI: A Recap of the SNMMI AI Summit
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The development of AI has impacted almost every industry, but the medical field, and in particular nuclear medicine, has been quick to find ways to adopt AI.
In March of 2026, the SNMMI AI Task Force held a summit to ensure that nuclear medicine stays on more
Three CLAS faculty win the Hubbard-Walder Award
IOWA CITY, Iowa, April 20 -- The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences posted the following news:
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Three CLAS faculty win the Hubbard-Walder Award
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The University of Iowa Council on Teaching has named five UI faculty members as the 2026 recipients of the Hubbard-Walder Award for Excellence in Teaching: Theresa Bechtel, Stella Elias, Elizabeth Heineman, Brian Lai, and Jan Steyn.
The award is given to up to five UI faculty who have demonstrated excellence in various a more
Trump Administration Appoints Big Medicine Shill as Healthcare Affordability Czar
WASHINGTON, April 20 [Category: Sociological] -- The American Economic Liberties Project posted the following news release:
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Trump Administration Appoints Big Medicine Shill as Healthcare Affordability Czar
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Washington, D.C. - In response to news that the Trump administration appointed Casey Mulligan as chief economist and chief regulatory officer at the Department of Health and Human Services, the American Economic Liberties Project released the following statement.
"Despite promise more
UBalt's New Multimedia Storytelling Major: In Search of Human Connection, the Love of Creating Original Work with the Know-How to Share It
BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 20 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news:
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UBalt's New Multimedia Storytelling Major: In Search of Human Connection, the Love of Creating Original Work with the Know-How to Share It
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Launching This Spring, the Program Offers a Fresh Take on What Storytelling Can Be,
From Art Form to Communications Essentials
The University of Baltimore is launching a new major for students interested in mastering the art, craft, and technology of 21st more
Why Some Brains with Alzheimer's Stay Sharp
LA JOLLA, California, April 20 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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Why Some Brains with Alzheimer's Stay Sharp
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Key Takeaways
* Alzheimer's disease is marked by changes in the brain, but not everyone with these changes develops symptoms
* UC San Diego researchers have identified a potential molecular switch that may help explain why
* The findings could support new strategies for earlier detection, prevention, and treatment of Alzheime more
WKU graduate awarded National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, April 20 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news:
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WKU graduate awarded National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship
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December 2025 graduate Emma Bunch of Glasgow has earned the highly competitive National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship. NSF Fellows receive a three-year annual stipend of $37,000 in addition to a $16,000 educational allowance to the scholar's graduate institution.
The purpose of the NSF Gradu more
Managing traffic in space
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, April 19 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Managing traffic in space
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Chances are, you've already used a satellite today. Satellites make it possible for us to stream our favorite shows, call and text a friend, check weather and navigation apps, and make an online purchase. Satellites also monitor the Earth's climate, the extent of agricultural crops, wildlife habitats, and impacts from natural disasters.
As we've found more
Fordham Political Review Posts Commentary: Curiosity in a System of Incentives as a Fordham Student
BRONX, New York, April 18 -- The Fordham Political Review posted the following commentary by Anika Bobeck:
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Curiosity in a System of Incentives as a Fordham Student
When your performance on an exam is unveiled on Blackboard is there a sigh of relief? The unknown becomes known and you no longer have to wonder. The education system's organizations set the background for the color coordination of your academic organization. Much of American education corresponds to the internal organization more
Rutgers Startup Seeks to Stop Chronic Diseases Before They Begin
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, April 16 -- Rutgers University issued the following news:
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Rutgers Startup Seeks to Stop Chronic Diseases Before They Begin
After losing family members to chronic conditions, including his father, Ilker Hacihaliloglu decided something needed to be done to ensure that preventable diseases are discovered early rather than too late.
His innovation, developed at Rutgers, became the company PONS, which seeks to give families "the precious gift of time" using new s more
TTP Report: Apple and Google Are Steering Users to Nudify Apps
WASHINGTON, April 15 (TNSrep) -- Campaign for Accountability posted the following news release:
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Apple and Google ban "nudify" apps, yet a new Tech Transparency Project (TTP) investigation finds that their app stores are not only still approving some, but their search and advertising systems are, at times, directing users straight to them.
TTP first revealed in January that the Apple and Google app stores each hosted dozens of nudify and undressing apps that can digitally strip the cloth 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.
Here are excerpts:
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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.
Here are excerpts:
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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
ACLU Urges Federal Trade Commission to Strengthen Rules on Negative Option Practices to Protect Consumer Privacy and Choice
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission expressing concerns and recommendations regarding the agency's Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the Negative Option Rule. The ACLU highlights how negative option practices-where consumers are automatically charged unless they cancel a subscription-undermine consumer choice and inflict privacy harms by enabling companies to collect and mon more
Advantage Care Health Centers Urges HRSA to Reject Mandatory 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Advantage Care Health Centers, Brookville, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the implementation of a mandatory 340B rebate model pilot program. The organization highlights the critical role the 340B Drug Pricing Program plays in supporting vulnerable populations through affordable medications and coordinated care.
Advantage Care Health Centers cautions that shifting the 340B program from upfront more
AFL-CIO United Association Supports NRC No Significant Hazard Determination for Crane Clean Energy Center License Amendments
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The AFL-CIO United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the U.S. and Canada has submitted a public comment letter to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission endorsing the agency's proposed determination of no significant hazard concerning three amendment applications filed by Constellation Energy Generation LLC, Baltimore, Maryland, for the Renewed Facility License of the Christopher M. Crane Clean Energy Center, Middletown, Pen more
AFL-CIO Urges Reform Over Expansion of H-2B Temporary Worker Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The AFL-CIO, a federation representing nearly 15 million workers through 65 unions, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Department of Labor addressing concerns about the planned increase in the Fiscal Year 2026 numerical limitation for the H-2B Temporary Nonagricultural Worker Program. The federation emphasized that expanding the program without addressing inherent labor issues risks further exploitation of immigrant more
American Automobile Association Urges Clear Safety Guidelines for Automated Driving System Vehicles in NHTSA Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The American Automobile Association, Heathrow, Florida, submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration concerning the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to amend Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Nos. 103 and 104. These standards address windshield defrosting, defogging, wiping, and washing requirements, with the proposal aiming to exempt certain automated driving system-equipped vehicles that lack manual driving controls. more
American Automobile Association Urges NHTSA to Ensure Safety Communication in Automated Vehicles Without Manual Controls
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The American Automobile Association, Heathrow, Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding the agency's proposed amendment to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 102. The proposal seeks to exempt Automated Driving System-equipped vehicles that lack manually operated driving controls from the requirement to display transmission shift position.
AAA emphasizes that occupant awareness and trust depend more
American Bankers Association Urges NCUA to Pause Payment Stablecoin Rulemaking for Coordinated Federal Approach
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The American Bankers Association submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration regarding the agency's Proposed Rule on Investments in and Licensing of Permitted Payment Stablecoin Issuers. The letter addresses the banking industry's views on the proposed regulatory framework under the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act.
In its letter, the ABA highlights concerns that the NCUA's Proposed Rule focuses prima more
American Kennel Club Urges Clear Definition of Breeding Female Dog to USDA APHIS
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The American Kennel Club (AKC) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service addressing the agency's Request for Information on the care of breeding female dogs, and the socialization and exercise of dogs. The AKC emphasized the importance of defining "breeding female" more precisely under the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) regulations to improve clarity, enforcement, and compliance in licensing and inspecti more
American Medical Group Association Urges Caution on Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The American Medical Group Association, Alexandria, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about a proposed pilot program that would shift the 340B Drug Pricing Program from an upfront discount system to a post-sale rebate model. AMGA, representing multispecialty medical groups and integrated systems of care, warns that this change could jeopardize financial stability for safety-net providers more
American Pharmacists Association Raises Concerns Over HRSA's 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Extension
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The American Pharmacists Association submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the agency's request for information on extending the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. APhA, representing pharmacists and pharmacy technicians across diverse practice settings nationwide, expressed apprehensions about the operational, financial, and patient care impacts of transitioning from the longstanding upfront discount framework of the more
Apartment & Office Building Association Raises Concerns Over HUD Immigration Status Verification Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Apartment and Office Building Association of Metropolitan Washington has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development addressing concerns about the agency's proposed rule regarding immigration status verification under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. AOBA represents owners and managers of extensive commercial office and multifamily residential properties in the Washington metropolitan area, managing a com more
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Arla Foods Inc., Basking Ridge, New Jersey, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service expressing opposition to certain proposed changes in the Dairy Tariff-Rate Quota Import Licensing program. The New Jersey-based company, which imports over 9 million pounds of cheese annually and employs more than 300 people nationwide, raised concerns about how the proposed rule amendments could negatively affect the dairy i more
Asian Human Services Family Health Center Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Asian Human Services Family Health Center Inc., Chicago, Illinois submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter details the operational and financial challenges the pilot would impose on Community Health Centers nationwide and urges HRSA to exempt CHCs from participation.
AHSFHC emphasized that the 340B program is essential to enabling CHCs to provide affordable medi more
Association of American Medical Colleges Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Citing Risks to Academic Health Systems
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Association of American Medical Colleges submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration addressing the agency's Request for Information regarding the implementation of a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter expresses opposition to the adoption of a rebate model for the 340B Drug Pricing Program, emphasizing concerns that such fundamental changes to the program's pricing structure threaten the ability of academic health sys more
Association of National Advertisers Urges FTC to Preserve Flexibility in Negative Option Rule Modernization
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Association of National Advertisers, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission addressing the agency's Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the Rule Concerning the Use of Prenotification Negative Option Plans. The ANA, representing over 1,600 companies and was founded in 1910 to advance marketing practices, provided detailed feedback on potential updates to the Negative Option Rule, emphasizing the need to balance consumer safegu more
Bank Policy Institute Opposes Zerohash National Trust Bank Charter Application Citing Legal and Systemic Risks
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Bank Policy Institute (BPI), a nonpartisan organization representing a broad range of banks operating in the U.S., submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) opposing the national trust bank charter application by zerohash national trust bank ("Trust Bank"). The application, filed on March 2, 2026, seeks approval for a charter that would allow Trust Bank to operate with fiduciary and related activities under federal oversi more
Baylor Scott & White Health Urges Caution on Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Baylor Scott and White Health, Dallas, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. BSWH highlighted the significant administrative and financial burdens the rebate model would impose compared to the current upfront discount system that has been effective for over three decades.
In the lette more
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Bertozzi Corporation of America, Norwalk, Connecticut, has submitted a public comment letter to the United States Department of Agriculture expressing concerns about proposed changes to the Dairy Tariff-Rate Quota Import Licensing program managed by USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service. The company, which imports over 18 million pounds of cheese annually and employs 20 people, opposes several provisions they believe could restrict industry flexibility and reduce license ut more
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Better Markets Inc., a non-profit organization focused on financial market reform, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the update of the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. The group emphasized that financial education alone cannot adequately safeguard consumers in today's increasingly complex and risky financial marketplace, and urged the Treasury to reinforce consumer protection regulations as an essential comple more
Bi-State Primary Care Association Urges HRSA to Reconsider Mandatory 340B Rebate Model for FQHCs
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Bi-State Primary Care Association, Montpelier, Vermont, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The association emphasizes the role that 340B savings play in supporting high-quality, affordable primary care, behavioral health, and dental services for over 300,000 medically underserved patients in their region.
In the letter, Bi-State strongly opposes the implementati more
Bronson Healthcare Group Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model in Letter to HRSA
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Bronson Healthcare Group has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed implementation of a rebate model under the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The letter responds to HRSA's Request for Information regarding the possibility of replacing the existing upfront discount mechanism with a rebate system, a change Bronson Healthcare Group argues would impose disproportionate costs and operational burde more
Calif. Association of Food Banks Urges USDA to Reinstate Food Security Survey Data Collection
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The California Association of Food Banks, Oakland, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture advocating for the reinstatement of the Food Security Supplement to the Current Population Survey and its associated Household Food Security Report. The letter addresses the USDA's Economic Research Service Request for Information concerning statistical data, analysis, and research within the department.
CAFB emphasized that the termination of the CP more
Campaign for Family Farms and the Environment Opposes Delay of Poultry Payment Systems Rule
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Campaign for Family Farms and the Environment (CFFE), a coalition of state and national organizations, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture criticizing the proposal to delay the effective date of the Poultry Grower Payment Systems and Capital Improvement Systems Rule. This rule, overseen by the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), was scheduled for implementation on July 1, 2026, and aims to address unfair practices in the poult more
CCPDT Calls on USDA APHIS to Strengthen Dog Breeding Welfare Standards by Addressing Prenatal and Early-Life Care
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service urging the agency to update its welfare standards for dog breeding facilities. The CCPDT, a leading credentialing organization for dog trainers and behavior consultants, focused their recommendations on the critical role of prenatal care and early socialization in shaping a dog's lifelong b more
Central City Neighborhood Partners Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Housing Eligibility Verification
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Central City Neighborhood Partners (CCNP), a community organization serving over 50,000 residents annually in the Westlake, Pico-Union, and Koreatown neighborhoods of Los Angeles, has submitted a public comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's proposed rule titled "Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status (FR-6524)." CCNP argues that the proposal would negatively impact low-income, working familie more
Chamber of Progress Urges Caution in Federal Trade Commission Rulemaking on Negative Option Marketing
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Chamber of Progress, McLean, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission expressing concerns about the Commission's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking addressing negative option marketing practices. The organization cautions against broadly reinstating the vacated 2024 negative option rule and advocates for a narrowly tailored approach based on specific, evidence-based misconduct.
In its letter, the Chamber of Progress emphasizes th more
Chattanooga Apartment Association Urges Caution in Federal Rental Housing Fee Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Chattanooga Apartment Association, Tennessee, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission regarding the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on unfair or deceptive rental housing fee practices. The letter addresses the complexities of rental housing fee structures and urges the FTC to consider the unique characteristics of the rental industry before moving forward with proposed regulations.
The CAA highlighted that rental housing trans more
Cheese Importers Association Opposes USDA Proposal on Dairy Import License Transfers
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Cheese Importers Association of America submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service expressing opposition to proposed changes in the Dairy Tariff-Rate Quota Import Licensing regulations. CIAA, representing leading U.S. firms involved in importing and distributing cheese and other dairy products, specifically criticized a proposed rule that would eliminate the transfer of historical dairy import licenses in the e more
CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs Urges HRSA to Maintain 340B Upfront Discount Model
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs, Iowa, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) in response to the agency's Request for Information regarding the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. In the letter, the faith-based safety-net hospital called on HRSA to reject the proposed shift from the longstanding upfront discount model to a rebate mechanism under the 340B drug discount program.
The hospital emphasized its reliance on the more
CHI Health Plainview Opposes HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- CHI Health Plainview, a member of CommonSpirit Health, 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 proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter addresses HRSA's request for information regarding whether the existing upfront discount model under the 340B drug discount program should be replaced with a rebate-based system.
In the letter, CH more
CHI Lisbon Health Urges HRSA to Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- CHI Lisbon Health submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the implementation of a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter addresses HRSA's Request for Information related to the potential shift from the existing 340B upfront discount model to a rebate mechanism for reducing outpatient pharmaceutical costs.
CHI Lisbon Health, a faith-based safety-net hospital located in Lisbon, North Dakota, emphasized the importa more
CHI Oakes Community Hospital Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- CHI Oakes Community Hospital, part of CommonSpirit Health, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program proposed (Docket No.: HRSA-2026-03042). The hospital expressed opposition to replacing the longstanding upfront discount model with a rebate mechanism for the 340B drug discount program.
The hospital, a faith-based safety-net provider serving vulnerable populations in Oakes, North Da more
Coalition of Higher Education Assistance Organizations Urges Updates to Financial Literacy Strategy for Student Loan Repayment Challenges
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Coalition of Higher Education Assistance Organizations (COHEAO) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the update of the Financial Literacy and Education Commission's (FLEC) U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. COHEAO, representing campus-based student financial services professionals and their operational partners, highlighted the need to revise the National Strategy to better reflect current challenges faced more
Coastal Carolina University Marine Professor Urges Stronger Dolphin Protections in Texas Gillnet Research Plan
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Sarah Piwetz, assistant professor of marine biology at Coastal Carolina University, Conway, South Carolina, submitted a public comment letter to the National Marine Fisheries Service raising concerns about dolphin impacts tied to a Texas Parks and Wildlife Department fisheries research proposal.
The biologist expresses particular worry about the West Bay dolphin stock, citing a small minimum abundance estimate of just 35 individuals. The proposal's allowance to incidenta more
Columbia River Steamship Operators Advocate Changes to Electronic Export Manifest Rule
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Columbia River Steamship Operators Association Inc., Portland, Oregon, submitted a public comment letter to U.S. Customs and Border Protection expressing concerns about a proposed rule requiring advance submission of Electronic Export Manifest information for vessel cargo departing the United States. CRSOA represents a wide array of stakeholders in the Columbia, Willamette, and Snake River systems, including ship owners, operators, agents, and port facilities.
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Commerce Dept. Bureau of Economic Analysis Urges USDA to Enhance Agricultural Data Programs
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service (ERS) emphasizing the importance of continued and improved data collection by ERS and the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). The letter responds to the USDA's Request for Information on Opportunities, Challenges, and Emerging Areas in Statistical Data, Analysis, and Research.
BEA states that data more
Community Care Cooperative Urges HRSA to Exempt Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Community Care Cooperative, Boston, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter expresses concerns about the financial, administrative, and operational impact the pilot program would impose on Community Health Centers and their affiliated pharmacies.
C3 highlights that the 340B Drug Pricing Program has been a critical support system for ove more
Community Care of West Virginia Urges HRSA to Exempt Clinics From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Community Care of West Virginia, a comprehensive healthcare organization serving over 54,000 patients across 34 counties in Rock Cave, West Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed shift from the current upfront discount model of the 340B Drug Pricing Program to a retrospective rebate model. The organization emphasized that the 340B program is foundational to its ability to provide accessible, hi more
Community Health Center Association of Connecticut Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Community Health Center Association of Connecticut, Cheshire, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to a mandatory 340B rebate model pilot program. CHC/ACT outlined concerns about the potential financial and operational harms the rebate model could impose on safety-net providers and the vulnerable populations they serve.
CHC/ACT emphasized the crucial role of 340B savings in supporting afforda more
Compass Community Health Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Compass Community Health, Portsmouth, Ohio, 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 organization warns that the shift from manufacturer discounts to a rebate-based pricing model would destabilize health center pharmacies nationwide, create financial and administrative burdens, and jeopardize patient access to affordable medic more
Consumer Bankers Association Urges Treasury to Prioritize Targeted Financial Literacy in Updated National Strategy
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Consumer Bankers Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury emphasizing the need to modernize the Financial Literacy and Education Commission U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. CBA advocates for a focused approach that addresses contemporary financial challenges through practical education in fraud and scams, limiting excessive student loan debt, and enhancing consumer debt management literacy.
The association hig more
Consumer Federation Urges FTC to Strengthen Negative Option Rule Protections
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Consumer Federation of America submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission advocating for stronger safeguards in the agency's ongoing rulemaking to regulate negative option plans. Negative option plans are subscription arrangements where consumers are automatically billed unless they take affirmative steps to cancel. CFA emphasized the need for enhanced protections as consumers continue to face unauthorized charges and frustration from predatory more
Consumer Technology Association Backs NHTSA Updates to Vehicle Safety Standards for Automated Driving Systems
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Consumer Technology Association, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration expressing support for proposed updates to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards that would accommodate automated driving system-equipped vehicles. The letter emphasizes that these revisions are essential for safely deploying vehicles without manual driving controls while maintaining road safety.
As North America's largest more
Consumer Technology Association Urges Caution on Negative Option Rule Amendments
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Consumer Technology Association, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission regarding the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the Negative Option Rule. CTA's letter urges the FTC to carefully consider the impact of amending or reinstituting the Vacated Rule, which governs prenotification negative option plans commonly used in subscription services.
CTA highlighted the popularity and growth of subscription mode more
Corporation for Supportive Housing Opposes HUD's Proposed Mixed Status Households Rule
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH), a national nonprofit and Community Development Financial Institution, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expressing opposition to HUD's proposed rule on mixed status households. CSH warned that the rule could increase homelessness and complicate care for people with disabilities across communities in all 50 states.
In its letter, CSH highlighted that the proposed ru more
CreditDoc Urges Financial Literacy Commission to Emphasize Both Investment and Borrowing Education in National Strategy
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- CreditDoc, a free consumer lending directory and financial education platform, submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC) expressing strong support for key initiatives in the updated National Strategy for financial literacy. The letter highlights the importance of addressing financial education comprehensively, including both investment and credit management aspects, to better prepare Americans for real-world financial deci more
Defense Credit Union Council Urges Treasury to Modernize Financial Literacy Strategy
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury in response to the agency's Request for Information on the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. The letter addresses the Financial Literacy and Education Commission's (FLEC) statutory review of the National Strategy, emphasizing the need for improvements to federal financial education efforts to better serve military families, veterans, and the genera more
Defense Credit Union Council Urges Treasury to Modernize Financial Literacy Strategy and Website
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury in response to its Request for Information aimed at updating the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. DCUC, representing over 200 credit unions serving active-duty military, veterans, and their families worldwide, emphasized the importance of prioritizing financial education across all ages and recommended enhancements to the government's approach more
ECHO Community Healthcare Urges HRSA To Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- ECHO Community Healthcare, Evansville, Indiana, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) expressing strong opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. ECHC detailed numerous operational and financial risks the program poses to community health centers and urged HRSA to exempt CHCs from the pilot to protect their financial stability and preserve access to affordable medications for vulnerable patients.
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El Rio Health Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- El Rio Health, Tucson, Arizona, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program, urging HRSA to exempt Community Health Centers from the pilot. According to El Rio Health, the program threatens to destabilize CHC pharmacy operations nationwide and undermine the foundational purpose of the 340B Drug Pricing Program, which has enabled these centers to provide affordab more
Fair Housing Resource Center Urges FTC to Address Unfair Rental Housing Fee Practices
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Fair Housing Resource Center, Painesville, Ohio, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission regarding the agency's proposed rule on unfair or deceptive rental housing fee practices. FHRC highlights concerns about an increasing array of fees charged to renters that appear unjustified and potentially harmful to housing stability.
In its commentary, FHRC draws attention to the proliferation of what it terms "junk fees" imposed at multiple stag more
Family Health Centers Urges HRSA to Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The NYU Langone Family Health Centers, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) opposing the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The center, one of more than 80 community health centers (CHCs) across New York State, emphasized the critical role the 340B Drug Pricing Program plays in providing affordable care and medications to vulnerable populations.
In the letter, the Family Health Centers rais more
Family HealthCare Calls for Exemption of Community Health Centers From HRSA 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Family HealthCare, Baldwin, 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 organization highlights critical financial, operational, and patient care concerns that the pilot program poses for community health centers nationwide.
Family HealthCare emphasizes that the 340B Drug Pricing Program is essential for CHCs to provide affordable medications more
Farm Credit Council Urges USDA to Enhance Agricultural Data and Reporting
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Farm Credit Council (FCC), representing Farm Credit System banks and associations, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Economic Research Service (ERS) in response to its Request for Information on Opportunities, Challenges, and Emerging Areas in Statistical Data, Analysis, and Research. The FCC highlighted the critical reliance of its member institutions on USDA statistical surveys, reports, and data releases, emphasizing the impo more
Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Rental Assistance for Mixed-Status Families
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies (FPWA) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expressing opposition to HUD's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled "Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status." FPWA argues that the proposed rule unfairly targets families with mixed immigration statuses in HUD-funded housing by denying rental assistance to citizens and eligible immigran more
Firelands Regional Health System Raises Concerns Over Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Firelands Regional Health System has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' 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 health system detailed numerous questions and concerns about the proposed shift from the current upfront discount pricing model to a rebate-based structure for 340B program drugs.
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First 5 Los Angeles Urges HUD to Retract Proposed Rule Restricting Housing Subsidies for Mixed-Status Families
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- First 5 Los Angeles, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to the proposed regulatory amendment under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980 concerning Verification of Eligible Status. The organization highlighted the critical importance of stable housing for families with young children, particularly those in the prenatal to age five developmental window.
First 5 LA, establi more
Florida Apartment Association Urges FTC to Consider Complexities of Rental Housing Fee Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Florida Apartment Association, Maitland, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission responding to the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning unfair or deceptive rental housing fee practices. The FAA highlighted the importance of understanding the operational complexities of rental housing before implementing new fee regulations.
In its letter, the FAA emphasized that transparency in rental fees is a key aspect of customer ser more
Greater Memphis Housing Justice Project Calls on FTC to End Hidden Rental Housing Fees
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Greater Memphis Housing Justice Project, Tennessee, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission addressing the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning unfair or deceptive rental housing fee practices. The non-profit organization, focused on combating housing issues in Memphis, voiced concerns over the widespread use of hidden, misleading, and mandatory fees that significantly increase the cost of renting and destabilize tenants' more
Hackensack Meridian Health Weighs In on 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration addressing the agency's Request for Information on the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. HMH, New Jersey's largest integrated health care network, detailed its concerns about transitioning from the current upfront drug discounts of the 340B program to a post-dispense rebate system.
HMH highlighted that the 340B program is essential to its miss more
Hackley Community Care Clinic Raises Concerns Over HRSA's 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Hackley Community Care Clinic, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) based in Muskegon, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) expressing concerns regarding the agency's Request for Information (RFI) on the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter outlines potential challenges and risks associated with shifting from upfront 340B drug discounts to a rebate-first pricing framework.
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Hannibal Regional Hospital Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Hannibal Regional Hospital, Missouri, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services opposing the agency's proposal to implement a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The hospital argues that moving from the longstanding upfront discount mechanism to a rebate system would impose excessive administrative and financial burdens that outweigh any potential benefits.
Hannibal Re more
Healthcare Association of New York State Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Healthcare Association of New York State, Rensselaer, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed shift of the 340B Drug Pricing Program from an upfront discount model to a rebate-based model. HANYS represents nonprofit and public hospitals in New York participating in the 340B program and cautions that the rebate approach would cause serious harm to participating hospitals and undermine the program's more
HealthNet Urges HRSA Not to Implement Mandatory 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- HealthNet Inc., a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center serving approximately 55,000 patients annually in Indianapolis, Indiana, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the agency's proposed mandatory 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. HealthNet warns that the pilot program would cause severe financial strain on Community Health Centers (CHCs) like itself, resulting in reductions to essential services provide more
HealthPoint Urges HRSA to Exempt Federally Qualified Health Centers from 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- HealthPoint, Renton, Washington state, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing implementation of the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter outlines concerns that the pilot would impose disproportionate financial, operational, and legal risks on FQHCs, particularly entities like HealthPoint that have elected Medicaid carve-out at the entity level.
HealthPoint detailed that under the current 340B program more
HealthSource of Ohio Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- HealthSource of Ohio, a Federally Qualified Health Center based in Cincinnati, 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 the proposed shift from upfront manufacturer discounts to a rebate-based system would impose severe financial and operational challenges on Community Health Centers nationwide, threatening their ability to pr more
Home Forward Opposes HUD Proposed Rule Restricting Mixed Status Families' Housing Eligibility
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Home Forward, the Housing Authority of Portland, Oregon, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) opposing a proposed rule that would alter eligibility requirements under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. Home Forward's Resident Advisory Council, representing residents of both public housing and housing voucher holders, strongly objects to the rule changes and urges HUD to withdraw the proposal.
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Horizon Health Care Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Horizon Health Care Inc., Howard, South Dakota, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Horizon cautions that shifting rebate responsibilities from drug manufacturers to community health centers (CHCs) threatens financial stability and patient access to affordable medications across the nation.
In the letter, Horizon emphasizes that the 340B program has en more
Housing Authority of Los Angeles Warns HUD Proposed Rule Would Harm U.S. Citizens and Exacerbate Housing Crisis
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expressing strong opposition to HUD's proposed rule changes concerning the verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. HACLA, the largest low-income housing provider in Los Angeles with over 67,000 households, outlined comprehensive concerns about the rule's impact on the more
Housing Authority of Santa Ana Opposes HUD Proposal on Verification of Eligible Status
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), strongly opposing the proposed rule titled Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status. The rule, published on February 20, 2026, aims to change how eligibility is verified for mixed-status households receiving federal housing assistance.
In the letter, the Housing Authority emphasizes that the more
Housing Development Corp. Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Verification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Housing Development Corp. (HDC), a non-profit housing developer serving Santa Clara County, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) opposing the agency's proposed rule titled "Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status." HDC's letter criticizes the rule for imposing unfunded administrative burdens and undermining the current statutory compliance system, which they a more
Hudson Cook Attorney Goodman Urges FTC to Narrow Scope of Negative Option Rule Amendments
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Michael Goodman, an attorney with Hudson Cook LLP, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission addressing the agency's Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on amendments to the Rule Concerning the Use of Prenotification Negative Option Plans. The law firm, represented by a former FTC attorney, supported the commission's consumer protection goals but advocated for a more targeted approach to rulemaking that balances consumer safeguards with business more
Illinois Farm Bureau Urges USDA to Enhance Data Transparency and Accessibility
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB), representing over 70,000 voting farmer members in Illinois, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), Economic Research Service (ERS), and Office of the Chief Economist (OCE). The letter addresses opportunities, challenges, and emerging areas in USDA's statistical data, analysis, and research efforts. IFB emphasized the importance of accurate, timely, and more
Immigration Law Firm Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Limiting Work Permits for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- New World Immigration Law PLLC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) expressing strong opposition to the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The comment letter urges DHS to rescind the NPRM, arguing that the proposed changes would drastically restrict access to Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for asylum seekers, undermining their ability to sustain t more
Indiana Justice Project Urges USDA to Reinstate Food Security Supplement and Reports
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Indiana Justice Project (IJP), a non-partisan legal advocacy organization focused on housing, health, and food security, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Economic Research Service (ERS). In the letter, IJP strongly urged the department to reinstate the Food Security Supplement (FSS) to the Current Population Survey (CPS) and the annual Household Food Security (HFS) reports, including their associated public-facing data visualiz more
International Dairy Foods Association Highlights Role of USDA Data in Dairy Market Stability
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The International Dairy Foods Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service emphasizing the foundational importance of timely, trusted, and granular USDA data for the U.S. dairy sector. IDFA represents a broad range of dairy manufacturers and marketers supporting over three million jobs and generating significant economic impact through products such as milk, cheese, ice cream, yogurt, and cultured dairy ingr more
International Foundation for Autoimmune & Autoinflammatory Arthritis Urges Transparency and Patient Access in 340B Rebate Model Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The International Foundation for Autoimmune & Autoinflammatory Arthritis, St. Louis, Missouri, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) expressing support for reforms to the 340B Drug Pricing Program, including consideration of a rebate-based model. AiArthritis emphasizes the importance of patient-focused outcomes and increased transparency to ensure that the program meets its intended goal of expanding affordab more
International Vessel Operators Raise Concerns Over PHMSA Hazardous Materials Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The International Vessel Operators Dangerous Goods Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking aimed at harmonizing Hazardous Materials Regulations with international standards. IVODGA, representing ocean common carriers responsible for transporting over 75% of global ocean container traffic, highlighted areas where the agency's pr more
Jackson Hospital & Clinic Warns Against Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Jackson Hospital and Clinic, Montgomery, Alabama, 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 agency's consideration of implementing a rebate model under the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The hospital highlighted significant administrative, financial, and operational burdens that would arise from replacing the longstanding upfront discount system approved for de more
Just Harvest Urges USDA to Sustain Food Security Data Collection Amid Risk of Cuts
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Just Harvest, an advocacy organization serving low-income families in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, submitted a public comment letter today to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Economic Research Service (ERS) emphasizing the critical importance of maintaining the Food Security Supplement to the Current Population Survey (CPS-FSS). The letter responds to the USDA's request for information on statistical data opportunities and challenges and highlights the CPS-FSS as one of more
Kent County Memorial Hospital Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Citing Excessive Costs and Burdens
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Kent County Memorial Hospital, Warwick, Rhode Island, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed implementation of a rebate model under the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The hospital cautions that transitioning from the current upfront discount structure to a rebate system would impose substantial administrative and financial burdens that overshadow any potential benefits.
The federal agency's Request more
Kootenai Health Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model in Comments to HRSA
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Kootenai Health, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the agency's proposed shift from upfront discounts to a rebate-based pricing model for certain 340B drugs. The letter addresses concerns with HRSA's Request for Information on the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program, which contemplates replacing the long-established upfront 340B ceiling price discounts with backend rebates on 25 drugs start more
Legal Aid Society Opposes HUD's Proposed Rule on Verification of Eligible Status
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee & the Cumberlands, Nashville, has 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 proposed rule would change long-standing regulations governing mixed-status families and impose new requirements for verifying citizenship eligibility for HUD-assisted housing.
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Louisiana Maritime Association Urges Flexibility in CBP Electronic Export Manifest Rule
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Louisiana Maritime Association submitted a public comment letter to U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding the proposed rule on Electronic Export Manifest for Vessel Cargo. LAMA's members include vessel agents, ports, and waterfront maritime facilities along the Lower Mississippi River, a key corridor that supports more than 5,000 ship movements annually and handles a substantial volume of bulk commodity exports such as corn, soybeans, coal, and petroleum produc more
Louisville Metro Housing Authority Opposes HUD Proposal on Verification of Eligible Status
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Louisville Metro Housing Authority (LMHA) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), expressing strong opposition to the proposed rule regarding verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. LMHA outlined three main concerns about the proposal, which they argue would harm families, strain public housing authority budgets, and improperly extend HUD's authority.
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MCT Dairies Opposes Proposed USDA Changes to Dairy Tariff-Rate Quota Import Licensing Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- MCT Dairies Inc., Chatham, New Jersey, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service regarding the agency's proposed rule that would modify the Dairy Tariff-Rate Quota Import Licensing Program. The company, which imports and distributes specialty and commodity dairy products and operates a dairy processing facility in Wisconsin, expressed strong opposition to several key aspects of the proposal.
According to the more
Meals on Wheels America Urges USDA to Maintain Food Security Supplement Data
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Meals on Wheels America has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Economic Research Service (ERS) concerning the agency's Request for Information on statistical data, analysis, and research. The organization, which represents a network of nearly 5,000 community-based programs addressing senior hunger and isolation, stressed the critical role of the Current Population Survey Food Security Supplement (CPS-FSS) in understanding and co more
Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty Urges USDA to Reinstate Food Security Supplement to Current Population Survey
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty (Met Council) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Economic Research Service (ERS), calling for the reinstatement of the Food Security Supplement to the Current Population Survey (CPS-FSS). The organization emphasized the supplement's critical role in measuring food insecurity across the United States and condemned its recent suspension without public notice or stakeholder consultation as more
Michigan Health & Hospital Association Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Michigan Health and Hospital Association, Okemos, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the agency's Request for Information on the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Representing over 80 hospital covered entities in Michigan, the MHA strongly opposes transitioning the 340B program from its current upfront discount structure to a rebate-based model.
The association argues that the longstanding 340B program, more
Michigan Medicine Urges HRSA to Preserve 340B Upfront Discount Model Amid Rebate Pilot Concerns
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter outlines Michigan Medicine's concerns regarding the financial, operational, and administrative burdens the shift from the current upfront discount model to a rebate-based system would impose on their institution and the broade more
Monticello Drugs Opposes Proposed 340B Rebate Model Citing Community Health Risks
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Monticello Drugs Inc., Georgia, has expressed opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program in a public comment letter submitted to the Health Resources and Services Administration. The letter outlined ethical, legal, regulatory, and practical-economic concerns regarding the impact of shifting from the current 340B program structure to a rebate-based system (Docket No.: HRSA-2026-03042).
Monticello Drugs emphasized the crucial role of 340B savings in enablin more
Multnomah County Community Health Center Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Multnomah County Community Health Center, Portland, Oregon, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. MCCHC highlighted the program's potential to destabilize pharmacy operations at community health centers nationwide and urged HRSA to exempt CHCs from the pilot.
The letter outlined the critical role that the 340B program plays in enabling CHCs to pr more
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Musco Food Corp., Maspeth, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), expressing strong opposition to proposed changes to the Dairy Tariff-Rate Quota Import Licensing program. The Queens-based importer, known for its century-long involvement in the U.S. specialty cheese market, highlighted several key areas where the proposed regulations could negatively affect its operations and the broader dair more
MyAgData Urges USDA to Integrate Electronic Reporting and Modernize Data Collection for Agricultural Accuracy
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- MyAgData, a USDA-approved third-party provider specializing in electronic acreage reporting through the Acreage Crop Reporting Streamlining Initiative (ACRSI), submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Economic Research Service (ERS). Drawing on over a decade of experience working with producers and USDA agencies, MyAgData outlined challenges and opportunities in agricultural data collection and proposed recommendations to enhance reporting more
National Association of Community Health Centers Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The National Association of Community Health Centers, Bethesda, Maryland, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Representing the largest primary care system in the United States, Community Health Centers serve 34 million patients and operate over 17,000 sites nationwide including many in rural and impoverished areas.
NACHC emphasized that the 340B progr more
National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors Calls on NCUA to Reduce Burdens on State-Chartered Credit Union Conversions
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration addressing proposed amendments to Part 708a, which governs conversions of insured credit unions to mutual savings banks. NASCUS expressed general support for the NCUA's efforts to remove what it views as overly prescriptive and burdensome provisions impacting federally insured state credit unions.
NASCUS emphasized more
National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Highlights USDA Data Needs and Offers Partnership Insights
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service addressing opportunities and challenges in statistical data, analysis, and research. Representing state agriculture officials in all fifty states and four territories, NASDA emphasized the essential role USDA's statistical programs play in supporting sound policy, regulation, and agricultural s more
National Barley Growers Association Addresses Barley Price Reporting Issues in USDA Data
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The National Barley Growers Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture addressing concerns over the accuracy of barley price reporting used in federal assistance programs. The NBGA raised issues related to data gathered by the USDA's National Agriculture Statistics Service and its reflection in the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report, which influences commodity price references for federal farm aid.
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National Immigration Project Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Housing Eligibility Verification
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The National Immigration Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the rights of noncitizens, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) opposing the agency's proposed rule affecting verification of eligible status for housing assistance under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. The letter criticizes the rule for punishing low-income families, demonizing noncitizens, and potentially inc more
Nebraska Appleseed Opposes USDA Proposal to Increase Poultry Processing Line Speeds
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Nebraska Appleseed, Lincoln, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service opposing the agency's proposal to increase processing line speeds and change the food safety inspection system in poultry establishments. The nonprofit organization, which represents workers in Nebraska's meat and poultry facilities, expressed serious concerns about worsening worker safety and food safety due to faster line speeds.
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NeighborHealth Opposes Rebate Model Pilot for 340B Program Affecting FQHCs
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- NeighborHealth, East Boston, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) regarding the agency's Request for Information on the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. NeighborHealth expressed strong opposition to applying a rebate model to FQHC covered entities, arguing that it would impose substantial financial, administrative, and operational burdens on safety-net providers.
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NeighborWorks America Advocates for Financial Capability and Housing Counseling in Treasury Financial Literacy Strategy Update
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- NeighborWorks America, a Congressionally chartered nonprofit supporting community development and housing organizations nationwide, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury in response to the Financial Literacy and Education Commission's request for information on updating the National Strategy for Financial Literacy. The organization emphasized the vital role of financial capability and housing counseling as part of a comprehensive nationa more
Network Firm LLP Urges Balanced Stablecoin Regulation in OCC Comment Letter
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Network Firm LLP, Miami, Florida, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) regarding the OCC's proposed rulemaking under the GENIUS Act for regulating permitted payment stablecoin issuers. TNF provided detailed responses based on its extensive experience auditing and attesting to stablecoin reserves since 2020 and highlighted critical considerations for the final framework.
TNF argued that stablecoin issuers should disc more
Nevada Conservation League Supports Zoox Petition for Autonomous Vehicle Deployment Exemption
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Nevada Conservation League has submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) expressing strong support for Zoox's petition requesting a federal exemption. This exemption would permit Zoox to advance the commercial deployment of its purpose-built autonomous vehicles under federal safety oversight.
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New Jersey Apartment Association Urges Caution in FTC's Rental Housing Fee Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The New Jersey Apartment Association, Trenton, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission regarding the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on "Unfair or Deceptive Rental Housing Fee Practices." Representing a diverse range of rental housing providers across New Jersey, the NJAA emphasized the complexity of rental transactions and cautioned the FTC about adopting regulations modeled on typical consumer retail purchases.
The association h more
New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence Opposes HUD's Proposed Immigration Verification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NYSCADV) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) opposing the agency's proposed rule titled "Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status." NYSCADV articulated concerns that the proposal will have harmful effects on domestic violence survivors and their families, particularly in relation to housing stability.
NYSCADV, which ser more
New York University Institute for Policy Integrity Urges FSIS to Consider Worker Safety and AI Transparency in Proposed Line-Speed Rules
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The New York University School of Law Institute for Policy Integrity submitted a public comment letter today to the Food Safety and Inspection Services regarding FSIS's proposals to raise maximum line speeds for swine slaughter and young poultry establishments. The letter criticizes FSIS's stance that worker safety is not a required consideration in setting line-speed regulations and calls on the agency to disclose any use of artificial intelligence tools in developing th more
Next Gen Personal Finance Urges Treasury to Prioritize K-12 Financial Education in National Strategy Update
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Next Gen Personal Finance, Burlingame, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the Financial Literacy and Education Commission's update to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. NGPF, which serves over 140,000 teachers and 5 million students annually with free, standards-aligned curriculum and professional development, emphasized the need to establish K-12 personal finance education as a standalone priorit more
North American Vehicle Trade Association Urges CBP to Standardize VIN Placement in Electronic Export Manifests for Vessel Cargo
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The North American Vehicle Trade Association, Tysons Corner, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to U.S. Customs and Border Protection addressing the agency's proposed rule on the Electronic Export Manifest for Vessel Cargo. NAVTA, representing businesses involved in importing and exporting used motor vehicles internationally, raised concerns about the inconsistent placement of Vehicle Identification Numbers within export manifest data fields.
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North Carolina Community Health Centers Urge Caution on 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The North Carolina Community Health Center Association, Raleigh, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Representing 42 community health center organizations serving nearly 800,000 underserved patients annually, NCCHCA warns that the pilot could impose unsustainable financial and administrative burdens on CHCs, threatening their ability to provide cri more
North Olympic Healthcare Network Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- North Olympic Healthcare Network, Port Angeles, Washington state, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. NOHN cautions that the pilot would impose severe financial and operational challenges on Community Health Centers nationwide, threaten patient access to affordable medications, and fundamentally disrupt the core mission of safety-net providers serv more
Ohio Hills Health Services Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Ohio Hills Health Services has expressed opposition to the proposed Health Resources and Services Administration 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. OHHS warns that the shift of rebate responsibilities from manufacturers to community health centers (CHCs) threatens the financial and operational viability of CHC pharmacy operations nationwide, potentially destabilizing care for vulnerable populations. The organization urges to exempt CHCs from the pilot program due to the sev more
Opportunity Finance Network Urges Treasury to Incorporate CDFIs in Financial Literacy Strategy
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Opportunity Finance Network (OFN), a leading national network of nearly 490 community development financial institutions (CDFIs), submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the Financial Literacy and Education Commission's update to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. OFN strongly recommends that CDFIs be explicitly incorporated as core partners within the National Strategy due to their unique role in combining financ more
Oregon Primary Care Association Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Oregon Primary Care Association submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the implementation of a mandatory 340B rebate model for Community Health Centers in Oregon. Representing 33 CHCs serving over 503,000 low-income and uninsured patients, OPCA outlined the severe financial and operational challenges the proposed rebate pilot would impose on safety net providers.
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Pacific Islands Primary Care Association Urges HRSA to Avoid Mandatory 340B Rebate Model for Community Health Centers
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Pacific Islands Primary Care Association, Honolulu, Hawaii, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Representing three eligible Community Health Centers serving over 38,000 patients in the Pacific Islands, PIPCA expressed concerns about the negative financial and operational impacts the pilot would have on CHCs and their a more
Pendleton Community Care Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers from Proposed 340B Rebate Model
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Pendleton Community Care Inc., Franklin, West Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Pendleton Community Care, representing Community Health Centers, highlighted the potential financial and operational risks that the shift from manufacturer discounts to a rebate system would impose on safety-net providers.
In the letter, Pendleton Communit more
Population Associations Urge USDA to Reinstate Food Security Supplement to Preserve Vital Data
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Population Association of America (PAA) and the Association of Population Centers (APC) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) emphasizing the critical importance of restoring the Food Security Supplement (FSS) to the Current Population Survey (CPS). Representing over 3,000 population scientists and more than 40 federally funded population research centers, the organizations highlighted the indispensable role of the FSS in produ more
Primary Health Network Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Primary Health Network, Sharon, Pennsylvania, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. PHN warns that the program's shift of financial responsibility from manufacturers to safety-net providers poses a threat to Community Health Centers' ability to serve vulnerable populations.
In its letter to HRSA's Office of Pharmacy Affairs, PHN highlights concerns t more
Project Health Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Project Health Inc., Sumterville, Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the 340B Drug Pricing Program's proposed Rebate Model Pilot Program. PHI warns the shift from manufacturer discounts to a rebate system will destabilize CHC pharmacy operations and threaten patient access to critical medications.
PHI emphasizes that the 340B program is essential for CHCs to provide affordable medications to v more
Provecho Collective Urges USDA to Address Key Data Gaps and Reinstate Vital Surveys
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Provecho Collective, Denver, Colorado, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture highlighting challenges and opportunities in USDA's statistical data, analysis, and research programs. The Colorado-based network of 40 practitioners, analysts, and community organizations, working across food access, agriculture, and public health sectors, addressed their concerns in response to USDA's Request for Information on emerging areas at the Economic Re more
Providence Urges HRSA to Reconsider 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Providence, a non-profit health system operating across seven states including Washington, Oregon, and Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services concerning the agency's Request for Information on a proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Providence represents 42 340B covered entities and emphasizes its commitment to serving vulnerable populations through its more
Providence Valdez Medical Center Cautions HRSA on 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Impact
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Providence Valdez Medical Center, Valdez, Alaska, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding its Request for Information on the potential implementation of a 340B rebate model pilot program. The hospital emphasized concerns about how altering the current upfront discount structure of the 340B Drug Pricing Program could affect rural safety-net providers that operate with limited financial margins and staffing.
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Rhode Island Health Center Association Opposes Mandatory 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Rhode Island Health Center Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns over the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Representing eight Community Health Centers serving over 220,000 patients, RIHCA strongly urged HRSA not to implement a mandatory rebate model for any 340B covered entities.
RIHCA emphasized that 340B savings are critical to the financial stability of CHCs and enable th more
Self Regional Healthcare Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Proposed by HHS
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Self Regional Healthcare, Greenwood, South Carolina, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services opposing the agency's proposal to implement a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization strongly urged HRSA to maintain the current upfront discount model under the 340B Drug Pricing Program, citing anticipated administrative burdens, increased costs, and adverse impacts o more
Sentient Futures Urges NHTSA to Explicitly Include Animals in Automated Driving Systems Regulation
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Sentient Futures Inc., San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding the proposed United Nations Global Technical Regulation on Automated Driving Systems. The letter emphasizes a gap in the current GTR draft which fails to explicitly recognize animals as "other road users," a designation critical for ensuring their protection under ADS safety obligations.
The organization acknowledges NHT more
Somos Inc. Highlights Security Challenges in AI Agent Systems in Comment to NIST
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Somos Inc., East Brunswick, New Jersey, submitted a public comment letter to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in response to the agency's Request for Information regarding security considerations for artificial intelligence (AI) agent systems. The letter addresses distinct security risks posed by AI agents and provides recommendations for evolving security standards and practices.
Somos emphasized that AI agent systems present fundamentally diffe more
South Coastal Counties Legal Services Supports FTC Proposal to Ban Junk Fees in Rental Housing
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- South Coastal Counties Legal Services Inc., Fall River, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission addressing the commission's proposed rule on unfair or deceptive rental housing fee practices. SCCLS expressed support for the FTC's efforts to prohibit junk fees imposed on tenants by landlords.
SCCLS provides free legal services to residents in several Massachusetts counties, including Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes, Nantucket, and Plymou more
Southcentral Alaska Subsistence Council Requests Extension on National Park Service Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Southcentral Alaska Subsistence Regional Advisory Council has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. National Park Service. The council raised concerns about the timing and accessibility of the proposal, which was published shortly before their March meeting, limiting their ability to review and provide input effectively.
The council highlighted that only a few copies of the Federal Register notice were available at their meeting and that the topic was added t more
Southern Nevada Community Health Center Urges HRSA to Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Southern Nevada Community Health Center, Las Vegas, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. SNCHC warns that the pilot threatens community health centers financial stability and operational capacity, jeopardizing access to affordable medications for millions of vulnerable patients nationwide.
SNCHC highlights that CHCs depend heavily on the 340B pr more
St. Anthony North Hospital Opposes HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- St. Anthony North Hospital 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 emphasized that the current upfront discount mechanism under the 340B drug discount program, which has operated effectively for decades, should be preserved.
The hospital serves the north Denver metro area and is committed to providing high quality care to vulnerable and un more
Tacoma Housing Authority Urges HUD to Maintain Current Housing Eligibility Verification Rules
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Tacoma Housing Authority (THA) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) opposing proposed changes to the verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. THA emphasized that the existing system, which has been in place for over twenty years, functions effectively and complies with federal law, urging HUD to preserve current regulations that accommodate mixed-status families. more
Teachers Insurance & Annuity Association Urges Treasury to Strengthen National Financial Literacy Strategy
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury proposing comprehensive enhancements to the Financial Literacy and Education Commission's ongoing review of the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. TIAA highlighted critical gaps in financial education and offered targeted recommendations to modernize the strategy, emphasizing retirement income education, access to professional fina more
TechNet Urges FTC to Limit Scope of Negative Option Rule Changes
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- TechNet submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission regarding the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the Negative Option Rule. Representing companies that operate subscription-based services, TechNet emphasized the importance of balancing consumer protection with the ability of businesses to offer subscription models that benefit both consumers and the economy.
In the letter, TechNet highlighted that the FTC's existing enforcement aut more
Thrive Alabama Urges HRSA To Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Thrive Alabama, operating as AIDS Action Coalition of Huntsville, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) addressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization warned that the pilot threatens the financial stability and operational capacity of Community Health Centers (CHCs) nationwide, which rely on the 340B program to provide affordable medications to vulnerable populations.
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TidalHealth Warns Against Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Inc., Salisbury, Maryland and TidalHealth Nanticoke, Seaford, Delaware, have 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 proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. Their comments emphasize the substantial operational and financial burdens that would arise if HRSA replaces the longstanding upfront discount model with a post-sal more
Tucson Medical Center Raises Concerns Over HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Tucson Medical Center, Arizona, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns regarding the agency's proposed rebate model for the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The hospital cautions that the shift to a rebate-based system would place considerable operational and financial strains on covered entities, potentially undermining the program's core purpose of supporting safety-net providers.
In its letter, Tucson Me more
Tuscaloosa Mayor Maddox Urges Preservation of Key HUD Funding Programs Amid Proposed Budget Cuts
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Tuscaloosa (Alabama) Mayor Walt Maddox submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), expressing strong concerns regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 budget proposal that includes substantial cuts to pivotal housing and community development programs. The city's letter highlighted the importance of programs such as the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program, and federal homelessness initia more
Tuscaloosa Urges HUD to Preserve Funding for Essential Housing and Community Programs
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The City of Tuscaloosa submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expressing concern over proposed budget cuts for fiscal year 2027 that would eliminate funding for critical programs including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program, and federal homelessness initiatives. These programs have long provided foundational support to American cities, the city emphasized.
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University Health Urges HRSA to Adopt Manufacturer-to-Pay Rebate Model for 340B Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- University Health, San Antonio, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration addressing the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. UH emphasized the importance of preserving the program's integrity to continue providing vital healthcare services to vulnerable populations, particularly Medicaid enrollees and uninsured patients who represent over half of UH's 110,000 annual patients.
In their letter, UH outlined concerns that the c more
University of Alabama Hospital Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model in Letter to HRSA
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The University of Alabama Hospital has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the agency's proposed shift from the longstanding upfront discount model of the 340B Drug Pricing Program to a rebate model pilot program. UAB, a major safety net and academic medical center in Alabama with over 1,400 beds, stresses that the proposed rebate system would impose overwhelming administrative and financial burdens that threaten more
University of Chicago Medical Center Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The University of Chicago Medical Center has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed implementation of a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. UCMC emphasized that transitioning from the longstanding upfront discount model to a post-sale rebate mechanism would impose substantial costs and burdens that outweigh any potential benefits.
In the letter, UCMC outlined that the upfront discount syste more
University of Michigan Health-West Opposes HRSA's 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- University of Michigan Health-West, Wyoming, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The nonprofit multispecialty medical provider, which serves over 250,000 patients annually in West Michigan, stressed the importance of the current 340B upfront discount model to its safety-net mission as a disproportionate share hospital and covered entity.
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University of Washington Medicine Urges HRSA to Maintain Upfront Discounts in 340B Program and Reject Rebate Model Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The University of Washington's School of Medicine, Seattle, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the agency's consideration of a backend rebate-based model for implementing 340B ceiling prices. The letter addresses HRSA's Request for Information regarding a pilot program that would replace upfront discounts with rebates for 25 selected drugs under Medicare Part D beginning in 2026.
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Valley Family Health Care Urges HRSA To Exempt CHCs From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Valley Family Health Care, Payette, Idaho, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) expressing strong concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. VFHC detailed the operational and financial risks it and other community health centers (CHCs) face under the new rebate model, emphasizing that the change threatens the sustainability of pharmacy operations and patient access to affordable medications.
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Vanderbilt Health Urges HRSA to Withdraw 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Vanderbilt Health, Nashville, Tennessee, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The letter highlights the substantial administrative and financial burdens the program would impose on Covered Entities, such as Vanderbilt Health, and criticizes the involvement of manufacturer-controlled third-party administrators in managing rebate systems.
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Venice Family Clinic Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Venice Family Clinic, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) expressing strong opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program, urging the agency to exempt Community Health Centers (CHCs) from its implementation. The clinic highlights the financial and operational risks the rebate model poses to CHCs, which serve millions of vulnerable patients nationwide.
Venice Family Clinic, a nonprofit C more
Ventura County Group Urges HUD to Retain Existing Housing Eligibility Verification Rules
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Ventura County Clergy and Laity United for Economic Justice (CLUE-VC) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) opposing proposed changes to the verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. CLUE-VC, which advocates for families relying on affordable housing in Ventura County, emphasized the importance of maintaining current regulations that ensure federal housing subsidies ar more
Walgreens Urges HRSA to Reject Blanket 340B Rebate Model in Favor of Federal Clearinghouse Approach
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Walgreens, Deerfield, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration urging the agency not to proceed with implementing a broad 340B rebate model for contract pharmacy claims. The pharmacy and retail giant emphasized that such a rebate framework would fundamentally disrupt current 340B contract pharmacy operations and negatively impact patient access and program integrity.
In the letter, Walgreens highlighted how the p more
Wheeler Health Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers From 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Wheeler Health, Plainville, Connecticut, issued 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 financial risks, administrative burdens, and threats to patient access posed by the shift from upfront discounts to a rebate-based pricing structure in the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
Wheeler Health emphasizes that the 340B program has long enabled CHCs more
Wisconsin Hospital Association Urges HRSA to Abandon 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Wisconsin Hospital Association, Madison, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. WHA outlined extensive concerns regarding the potential negative impacts of shifting the 340B Prescription Drug Pricing Program from an upfront discount system to a rebate-based model.
The association emphasized that the 340B program is crucial for many Wisconsin hospitals, particular more
Yale New Haven Health Raises Concerns Over Potential 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Yale New Haven Health, Connecticut, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The health system outlined the challenges and risks it foresees if HRSA shifts from the current upfront discount model to a rebate-based framework for 340B drug pricing.
In the letter, Yale New Haven Health emphasized that imp more
Alaska Falconers Association Urges Repeal of NPS Rule Restricting Raptor Take in Alaska Preserves
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Alaska Falconers Association, Chickaloon, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior opposing the National Park Service's regulation titled "Alaska Subsistence Collections". The rule prohibits licensed falconers from legally taking wild raptors from NPS units in Alaska, including preserves where sport hunting is allowed under the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act.
The association argues that falconry is a lawful hunting more
Alliance for Automotive Innovation Backs NHTSA Proposal to Amend Safety Standard for Automated Vehicles
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Alliance for Automotive Innovation submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding the agency's proposal to modify Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 102. The proposal seeks to exempt vehicles equipped with Automated Driving Systems that lack manually operated driving controls from the requirement to display transmission shift position information.
Auto Innovators emphasized the importance of the automotive industr more
Alliance for Automotive Innovation Supports NHTSA Proposal to Modernize Safety Standards for Automated Driving Systems
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Alliance for Automotive Innovation submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding the agency's proposal to revise Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 103 and 104. These revisions would exempt Automated Driving Systems equipped vehicles lacking manually operated driving controls from current windshield wiping, washing, defrosting, and defogging requirements.
In its letter, the alliance emphasized the importance of more
America Forward Urges Treasury to Prioritize Federal Investment in Financial Literacy Programs
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- America Forward submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing the Financial Literacy and Education Commission's efforts to update the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. The letter offers three main recommendations: prioritizing federal investment in K-12 financial literacy, increasing support for postsecondary financial education, and integrating financial literacy as a crucial element of evidence-based workforce developme more
American Enterprise Institute Senior Fellow Warns DOJ Immigration Rule Undermines Fair Appeals Process
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Alan D. Viard, senior fellow emeritus at the American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice opposing provisions in an interim final rule issued by the Executive Office for Immigration Review concerning appellate procedures for the Board of Immigration Appeals.
The commenter stresses that removal from the United States imposes severe consequences and insists that removal decisions must be made more
American Mutual Share Insurance Proposes Revisions to NCUA Merger and Insurance Conversion Rules
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- American Mutual Share Insurance Corp., Dublin, Ohio, submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration addressing the agency's review of the regulations governing mergers of insured credit unions and voluntary termination or conversion of insured status. ASI, which insures more than 1.25 million members across 86 state-chartered credit unions in 10 states, urged the NCUA to modernize its existing rules to better balance regulatory requirements more
Apartment Association of Greater Knoxville Raises Concerns on HUD Immigration Verification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Apartment Association of Greater Knoxville Inc., Tennessee, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development addressing proposed immigration verification requirements under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. The AAGK, representing over 60 rental housing owner and manager firms with more than 34,000 units across 17 counties in East Tennessee, highlighted potential challenges posed by the proposal for the region's more
Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association Supports Zoox Exemption Petition to NHTSA
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association has submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration endorsing Zoox's application for a temporary exemption from various Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards requirements. AVIA highlights the importance of granting such exemptions under 49 U.S.C. Sec. 30113 to facilitate the deployment of automated driving systems that meet safety criteria, enabling broader public access to autonomous veh more
Baystate Medical Centers Opposes 340B Rebate Model Pilot Proposal Citing High Costs and Disruptions
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, and Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Greenfield, Massachusetts, have submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, opposing the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The hospitals argue that moving from the longstanding upfront drug discount model to a rebate-based system would impose substantial administrative, operational, more
Case Western Reserve University Law Professor Supports Autonomous Trucking Exemption For Warning Beacon Use
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Cassandra Burke Robertson, professor of law at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation supporting an exemption request by Aurora Operations Inc. for certain safety equipment requirements.
Robertson argued that the exemption meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) equivalent-level-of-safety standard. She pointed out that cab-mounted beacons are more reliable than trad more
Columbia University Center Director Urges USDA to Restore Food Security Supplement Data
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Megan A. Curran, policy director at the Center on Poverty and Social Policy at Columbia University, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture opposing the discontinuation of key federal food security data programs and urging their restoration.
The comment letter notes that the FSS has served as a foundational element of the nation's public data infrastructure for more than thirty years. Its large and nationally representative sampl more
Consumer Technology Association Supports NHTSA's Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Updates for Automated Driving Systems
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Consumer Technology Association, Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration endorsing proposed revisions to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Nos. 102, 103, 104, and 110. These updates aim to accommodate vehicles equipped with automated driving systems and facilitate the deployment of vehicles that operate without manual driving controls while ensuring safety.
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Health Environment Agriculture & Labor Food Alliance Opposes USDA Proposal to Increase Poultry and Swine Slaughter Line Speeds
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Health Environment Agriculture and Labor Food Alliance, Oakland, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture opposing the agency's consideration of increasing maximum line speed rates at young chicken and turkey establishments operating under the New Poultry Inspection System. The group expressed concerns about the impact of faster processing speeds on worker safety, arguing that speeding up slaughter lines threatens the physica more
Indiana Apartment Association Urges FTC to Consider Unique Aspects of Rental Housing Fee Practices
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Indiana Apartment Association, Indianapolis, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission addressing the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking regarding unfair or deceptive rental housing fee practices. The IAA emphasized the nature of rental housing transactions and highlighted existing protections and regulatory frameworks governing rental fees and deposits.
The IAA stressed that rental housing transactions differ significantly from ty more
Indiana University Health Submits Concerns on HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Indiana University Health has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about the agency's proposed 340B Drug Pricing Program rebate model pilot. IU Health, which operates seven covered entities and 60 contract pharmacy arrangements in Indiana, highlights the role the 340B Program plays in delivering discounted outpatient drugs that support care for underserved and low-income patients.
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Iowa Corn Growers Association Calls for USDA to Improve Accuracy and Transparency of Crop Reports
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Iowa Corn Growers Association, Johnston, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture addressing concerns about the accuracy and transparency of statistical data, analysis, and research related to crop acreage and yield reports. Representing nearly 7,000 members, ICGA highlighted financial hardships facing Iowa corn farmers due to input costs exceeding market prices, a situation exacerbated by volatile USDA report releases that have led more
Iowa Hospital Association Urges HRSA to Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Iowa Hospital Association, Des Moines, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the agency's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The IHA advises HRSA to maintain the current upfront discount model and not shift to a rebate-based system.
The association emphasized that Iowa hospitals, including critical access, disproportionate share, and sole community hospitals, operate under severe financial constraint more
Iowa Primary Care Association Urges HRSA to Reconsider 340B Rebate Model Pilot Impacting Community Health Centers
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Iowa Primary Care Association submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the proposed application process for the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The Iowa PCA, which supports Iowa's fourteen Community Health Centers serving over 253,000 patients annually, provided detailed recommendations and concerns highlighting the potential adverse effects on CHCs and the populations they serve.
The Iowa PCA emphasized that CH more
Keck Medicine of University of Southern California Urges HRSA to Retain Upfront Discount Model for 340B Program
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Keck Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, has 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 responds to HRSA's Request for Information regarding the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program, cautioning against replacing the longstanding upfront discount mechanism.
In its letter, Keck Medicine, encompassing multiple hospit more
Mid-Atlantic Association of Community Health Centers Opposes Mandatory 340B Rebate Model
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Mid-Atlantic Association of Community Health Centers submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration addressing concerns about HRSA's proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. MACHC urged HRSA not to implement a mandatory rebate model for any 340B covered entities and proposed alternative approaches to protect CHCs and their patients.
MACHC highlighted that savings from the 340B program are vital to Maryland and Delaware CHCs' ab more
Milken Institute Urges Treasury to Enhance Financial Literacy Strategy With Focus on Interactive Education, Trump Accounts, and Fraud Prevention
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Milken Institute, Santa Monica, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Literacy and Education Commission supporting updates to the National Strategy for Financial Literacy. The think tank emphasized the need for interactive education models, broader financial education topics including debt management and lifetime income, and comprehensive approaches to implementing Trump Accounts-a federal early wealth-buildin more
Minnesota Corn Growers Association Urges USDA to Enhance Agricultural Data Collection and Analysis
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Minnesota Corn Growers Association, Burnsville, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture addressing the Request for Information on opportunities, challenges, and emerging areas in statistical data, analysis, and research issued by USDA's Economic Research Service, National Agricultural Statistical Service, and the Office of the Chief Economist. Representing nearly 6,500 family farmer members, MCGA emphasized the importance of USDA data f more
Missouri State University Center Urges USDA to Maintain CPS Food Security Supplement
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Missouri State University Center for Ozarks Poverty Research, Springfield, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture in response to an information request on opportunities and challenges in statistical data and research. The letter emphasizes the critical importance of the Food Security Supplement to the Current Population Survey, managed by the USDA's Economic Research Service, as an essential dataset for monitoring food insecurity acros more
National Rural Health Association Opposes HRSA's 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The National Rural Health Association, Leawood, Kansas, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing reservations about HRSA's consideration of a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The NRHA emphasized the importance of preserving upfront discounts under the 340B program as a critical resource for rural healthcare providers serving nearly 60 million Americans in rural areas.
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New Jersey Primary Care Association Urges HRSA to Exempt Community Health Centers from 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The New Jersey Primary Care Association, Trenton, 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. Representing 23 Community Health Centers and one Look-Alike center with 130 sites serving over 620,000 patients, NJPCA opposes the mandatory rebate model and calls for an exemption for CHCs because of their financial vulnerabi more
New York University Policy Integrity Institute Urges Labor Department To Refine Pharmacy Benefit Manager Fee Disclosure Rule
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The New York University School of Law Institute for Policy Integrity has submitted a public comment letter to the Employee Benefits Security Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor regarding its proposed disclosures for pharmacy benefit managers. The organization, a non-partisan think tank focused on improving government decision-making through administrative law and public policy, supports the Department's conclusion that the benefits of increased transparency in more
Organic Trade Association Urges USDA to Enhance Integration and Transparency of Organic Agricultural Data
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Organic Trade Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture in response to its Request for Information on opportunities, challenges, and emerging areas in statistical data, analysis, and research. The letter addresses the work of USDA's Economic Research Service, National Agricultural Statistics Service, and the Office of the Chief Economist's World Agricultural Outlook Board, emphasizing the need for improved data coverage an more
Pharmaceutical Industry Labor-Management Association Supports HRSA's 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Pharmaceutical Industry Labor-Management Association, Columbus, Ohio, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration expressing support for HRSA's proposed 340B rebate model pilot program. PILMA, a coalition of labor unions and biopharmaceutical employers, advocates for economic growth, quality union jobs, medical innovation, and affordable healthcare access for working families.
PILMA highlights concerns that the curre more
Sportsmen's Alliance Foundation Supports National Park Service Proposal to Restore Alaska Hunting and Trapping Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Sportsmen's Alliance Foundation, Columbus, Ohio, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. National Park Service supporting its proposed rule to amend hunting and trapping regulations in Alaskan national preserves. The proposed rule seeks to restore federal regulations in alignment with the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA) as originally implemented, reversing regulatory changes introduced in rules from 2015, 2017, and 2024.
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Summit Healthcare Association Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Summit Healthcare Association, Show Low, Arizona, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The association cautions that replacing the longstanding upfront discount mechanism with a rebate model would undermine rural healthcare providers' ability to serve vulnerable populations effectively.
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Temple University Hope Center Urges Education Department to Improve 2027-2028 Free Application for Federal Student Aid User Experience, Accessibility
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Temple University Hope Center for Student Basic Needs, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education addressing the 2027-2028 Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The organization lauded recent improvements but emphasized the need for further enhancements to support students, families, and colleges while fulfilling congressional intent under the FAFSA Simplification Act and FUTURE Act.
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Temple University Hospital System Opposes HRSA's Proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Temple University Hospital System 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. The hospital, a safety-net provider serving vulnerable populations in Philadelphia, outlined concerns that the shift from the current upfront discount approach to a retrospective rebate model would impose significant financial and administrative burdens without clear bene more
Truck & Engine Manufacturers Association Seeks Extended Compliance Time for Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Updates
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Truck and Engine Manufacturers Association has submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration addressing proposed changes to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Nos. 103 and 104. These standards regulate windshield defrosting, defogging, wiping, and washing systems for heavy-duty vehicles, which EMA member companies manufacture.
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University of Texas Medical Branch Urges HRSA to Preserve Upfront Discount Model for 340B Program
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch 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 agency's consideration of implementing a rebate-based model under the 340B Drug Pricing Program. UTMB expressed concerns about shifting from the existing upfront discount system that has been in place for over three decades, citing increased costs and administrative burdens tha more
Veterinary Association for Farm Animal Welfare Opposes Increased Swine Slaughter Line Speeds
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Veterinary Association for Farm Animal Welfare, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 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 maximum line speeds under the New Swine Slaughter Inspection System. VAFAW, a nonprofit dedicated to advocating for the welfare of farm animals, raised concerns about animal welfare implications related to increased line speeds durin more
Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association Warns Against Rebate Model Shift in 340B Drug Pricing Program
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing concerns about proposed changes to the manufacturer rebate models under the 340B Drug Pricing Program. VHHA cautions that moving away from the current point-of-sale discount system to a rebate-based approach could destabilize rural hospitals and disrupt patient care in Virginia.
The association highlights that many rural ho more
Tipoffs: Iran
Airfreight Rates Continue to Rise Despite Demand Weakness
SURREY, England, April 21 -- Air Cargo News issued the following news:
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Airfreight rates continue to rise despite demand weakness
By Damian Brett
Airfreight rates have continued to rise in recent weeks despite capacity increasing and demand falling, according to the latest data from WorldACD.
Figures from the data provider show that airfreight spot rates in the week ending April 12 (week 15) were up 37% year on year to $3.76 per kg and up more than 40% compared with the end of February more
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Naval Postgraduate School issued the following news:
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Asymmetric Advantage -- NPS Innovators Develop Low-Cost Counter-Drone Technology
On a warm and windy day in May 2022, two hostile drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), suddenly popped up above McMillan Airfield at Camp Roberts, California. An AquaQuad drone was quickly dispatched from the opposite end and, no sooner than it was in position, immediately launched an automated cyber-attack from 1,000 met more
Australian P.M. Albanese Seeks Resolution to Global Conflict and Economic Stability
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese addressed the volatile situation in the Strait of Hormuz during a television interview on ABC 7:30. Albanese stated that he participated in a conference with 49 other world leaders to promote de-escalation and ensure the return of normal economic activity.
He explained that the upcoming Budget will prioritize economic resilience and protect households from inflation through measures such as fuel excise cuts and supply chain imp more
Center for European Policy Analysis Posts Commentary: Ukraine and the Future of War
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis posted the following commentary on April 20, 2026, by Kateryna Odarchenko, president of the PolitA Institute for Democracy and Development, also a political consultant and partner of the SIC Group Ukraine:
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Ukraine and the Future of War
The asymmetry of the Ukraine war has driven radical changes in weapons and those who wield them. The West should learn the lessons.
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When a Ukrainian drone commander suggested new recruits more
Circana: Private Label Reaches Record 50% Unit Share Across Europe's Six Biggest Grocery Markets
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 21 (TNSxrep) -- Circana, a company that says it is a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, issued the following news release:
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Private label reaches record 50% unit share across Europe's six biggest grocery markets
Circana predicts further acceleration of private label growth during 2026 as rising inflation forces brands to increase prices, and AI-driven shopping prioritises cheaper products that meet the same consumer needs
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CSIS Issues Commentary: Iran's Strait of Hormuz Gambit and the Limits of U.S. Military Power
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on April 20, 2026, by Daniel Byman, director of the Warfare, Irregular Threats, and Terrorism Program:
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Iran's Strait of Hormuz Gambit and the Limits of U.S. Military Power
The current standoff between the United States and Iran is no longer a clash of capabilities but rather a struggle of political endurance and bargaining leverage. The United States began the conflict with broad, more
CSIS Issues Commentary: U.S. Withdraws From Syria - State of Play
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on April 20, 2026, by director and senior adviser Mona Yacoubian and senior fellow Will Todman, both with the Middle East Program.
Will Todman is also the chief of staff of the Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department.
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The United States Withdraws from Syria | State of Play
State of Play, a podcast and commentary series produced by the CSIS Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Departmen more
DNC: Republicans Are in Trouble Ahead of the Midterms - And They Know It
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on April 20, 2026:
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Republicans Are in Trouble Ahead of the Midterms - And They Know It
Ahead of the midterm elections, Americans are facing soaring prices on everything from gas to groceries to health care as they foot the bill for Donald Trump's deadly and costly war of choice with Iran -- and voters are fed up. A new poll released yesterday showed Trump's approval rating sinking to the lowest more
Durbin Speaks on Latest Kash Patel Revelations, Urges Replacement
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release:
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Durbin Speaks On Latest Kash Patel Revelations, Urges Replacement
In a speech on the Senate floor, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, called for Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel to be replaced after The Atlantic published an article (https://www.theatlantic. more
Fordham Political Review Posts Commentary: Crisis Couture - When War Hits the Closet
BRONX, New York, April 21 -- The Fordham Political Review posted the following commentary on April 19, 2026, by Loren King:
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Crisis Couture: When War Hits the Closet
The latest escalation in the Middle East--the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, retaliatory missile attacks, and the closure of regional airspace--has rapidly transformed the region into a volatile conflict zone. Such a violent transformation comes with unavoidable global consequences.
What might initially appear to most Am more
Fordham Political Review Posts Commentary: Food Crisis Behind the War
BRONX, New York, April 21 -- The Fordham Political Review posted the following commentary on April 19, 2026, by Amelia Felice:
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The Food Crisis Behind the War
The US-Iran War has dominated headlines over oil and energy prices, but a slower, much more devastating crisis is unfolding in the background. Fertilizer is not getting through the Strait of Hormuz; therefore, a global fertilizer shortage threatens to affect billions of people at the grocery store and on the farm. Fertilizer is ess more
Fordham Political Review Posts Commentary: Iranian Regime Change - Does the United States Adhere to Its Own Democratic Values
BRONX, New York, April 21 -- The Fordham Political Review posted the following commentary on April 20, 2026, by Sarah Olivia Sullivan:
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Iranian Regime Change: Does the United States Adhere to Its Own Democratic Values
Operation Epic Fury in late February 2026 and President Trump's genocidal threats towards the Iranian people on April 7th raise a fundamental question: Is destabilizing and invading an undemocratic sovereign nation in the name of democracy and "regime change" an effective o more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to Arab News: Blueprint for Ambitious Ukraine-Gulf Ties
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on April 20, 2026, by senior fellow Luke Coffey to Arab News:
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A Blueprint for Ambitious Ukraine-Gulf Ties
The Iran war has created multiple geopolitical challenges and uncertainties but also some opportunities. One of these is the role that Ukraine has been playing as a promoter of global security in recent weeks. Pr more
IATA the Latest to Warn Over European Jet Fuel Shortages
SURREY, England, April 21 -- Air Cargo News issued the following news:
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IATA the latest to warn over European jet fuel shortages
By Damian Brett
IATA has joined a growing chorus of voices warning that European flights could start to be cancelled in the coming weeks due to a jet fuel shortage as a result of the Iran War.
Last week, concerns about jet fuel shortages in Europe hit the headlines when the head of the International Energy Agency (IEA) told the Associated Press that Europe ha more
Ifo Institute: Industry in Germany is Less Reluctant to Invest
MUNICH, Germany, April 21 -- ifo Institute issued the following news release on April 20, 2026:
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Industry in Germany is less Reluctant to Invest
Companies in Germany have revised their investment plans for the current year upward. The ifo investment expectations rose to +0.2 points in March, up from -3.1 points in December 2025. "The improved order situation in industry has brightened sentiment somewhat. However, as a result of the Iran war, energy costs have risen sharply, and uncertain more
Institute for Energy Economics & Financial Analysis: Gas is the Wrong Choice for Whyalla Steel
LAKEWOOD, Ohio, April 21 (TNSbrep) -- The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis issued the following news release:
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Gas is the wrong choice for Whyalla steel
Key Takeaways:
As South Australia lacks a competitive advantage in gas, locking in long-term gas use at Whyalla is a risk that is magnified by the Iran conflict.
A gas-based Whyalla steelworks looks unlikely to remain viable in a sector undergoing a global transition away from fossil fuels.
With day one green hyd more
Jamestown Foundation Posts Commentary: Moscow Finds No Escape From Predicament in Partnership With PRC
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Jamestown Foundation posted the following commentary on April 20, 2026, by Pavel K. Baev, senior researcher at the International Peace Research Institute Oslo, in the foundation's Eurasia Daily Monitor:
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Moscow Finds No Escape From Predicament in Partnership With PRC
Executive Summary:
* Russia's usually close relationship with the People's Republic of China (PRC) appears to be experiencing a distinct lull. Russia's continued dependence on the PRC implies a r more
Jamestown Foundation Posts Commentary: Ukrainian Military Offers Lessons Learned to NATO (Part Two)
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Jamestown Foundation posted the following commentary on April 20, 2026, by Taras Kuzio, professor of political science at the National University of Kyiv Mohyla Academy and an associate research fellow at the Henry Jackson Society, in the foundation's Eurasia Daily Monitor:
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Ukrainian Military Offers Lessons Learned to NATO (Part Two)
Executive Summary:
* Ukraine's most important battlefield lessons have much to teach the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (N more
Ki-Jeung Park of Dentons Lee Speaks at KOTRA Seminar on Middle East Conflict Response and Alternative Market Strategies
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news on April 20, 2026:
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Ki-Jeung Park of Dentons Lee Speaks at KOTRA Seminar on Middle East Conflict Response and Alternative Market Strategies
Ki-Jeung Park, a Senior Foreign Attorney at Dentons Lee and Chair of the Legal Committee of the Overseas Construction Project Council at KOTRA, participated as a speaker at the "Project Seminar on Responding to Middle East Conflicts and Exploring Alternative Markets," hosted by KO more
Labour Market Facing More Troubled Waters as Stagflation Risk Grows, ICAEW Says
LONDON, England, April 21 -- The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales issued the following statement:
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Labour market facing more troubled waters as stagflation risk grows, ICAEW says
Responding to the latest UK labour market figures, released by the Office for National Statistics today (Tuesday 21 April 2026), Suren Thiru, ICAEW Chief Economist, said:
"Weakening wage growth is a mixed blessing because while it may help prevent interest rate rises, it will also suppres more
NYC Mayor Mamdani Reflects on First 100 Days and National Politics in NPR Interview
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani graded his administration's early progress and addressed his relationship with the federal government during an interview on NPR's Newsmakers. Speaking with Leila Fadel, Mayor Mamdani highlighted accomplishments including the delivery of $1.2 billion for universal childcare, the repair of thousands of apartments and the filling of over 102,000 potholes.
Despite inheriting a $12 billion fiscal deficit, the mayor emphasized that his more
PACE President, Opening the Spring Session: 'In a Time of Crises, the World's Hope Lies With Europe'
STRASBOURG, France, April 21 -- The Parliamentary Assembly, an arm of the Council of Europe, issued the following news:
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PACE President, opening the spring session: 'in a time of crises, the world's hope lies with Europe'
PACE President Petra Bayr, opening the spring plenary session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) in Strasbourg, has called on Europe and its parliamentarians to show determined and principled leadership in the face of the pattern of crises on more
Readout: Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting With Minister of Finance Ali Bin Ahmed Al Kuwari of Qatar
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on April 19, 2026:
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READOUT: Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting with Minister of Finance Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari of Qatar
On Friday, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent met with Minister of Finance Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari of Qatar. Secretary Bessent and Minister Al Kuwari discussed Iran's attacks against Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and their regional and global ec more
Readout: Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting With Minister of Finance and National Economy Shaikh Salman Bin Khalifa Al-Khalifa of Bahrain
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on April 19, 2026:
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READOUT: Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting with Minister of Finance and National Economy Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al-Khalifa of Bahrain
On Friday, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent met with Bahrain Minister of Finance and National Economy Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al-Khalifa. Secretary Bessent and Minister Al-Khalifa discussed the strong U.S.-Bahrain pa more
Readout: Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting With Minister of Finance and National Revenue Francois-Philippe Champagne of Canada
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on April 19, 2026:
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READOUT: Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting with Minister of Finance and National Revenue Francois-Philippe Champagne of Canada
On Friday, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent met with Minister of Finance and National Revenue Francois-Philippe Champagne of Canada. Secretary Bessent and Minister Champagne discussed the conflict with Iran, energy markets, and more
Sen. Sheehy Issues Commentary: Gold Star Families Deserve Justice - This $15B From Iran is a Start
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Sen. Tim Sheehy, R-Montana, issued the following commentary on April 20, 2026, to Fox News:
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ICYMI: SEN TIM SHEEHY: Gold Star families deserve justice. This $15B from Iran is a start
Senator Tim Sheehy penned an opinion piece for FOX News highlighting the need to deliver justice for Gold Star families and hold the Iranian regime accountable for its systematic targeting and murder of Americans for decades.
In case you missed it...
SEN. TIM SHEEHY: Gold Star famil more
Sen. Warren Presses SEC Chair Atkins to Investigate Suspicious Activity Involving Defense Secretary Hegseth Ahead of U.S.-Israel Iran Strikes
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on April 20, 2026:
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Warren Presses SEC Chair Atkins to Investigate Suspicious Activity Involving Defense Secretary Hegseth Ahead of U.S.-Israel Iran Strikes
"If accurate, these reports suggest that Secretary Hegseth may have engaged in a serious abuse of public trust."
"I request that the SEC investigate any attempt more
Senate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Durbin Calls for Reforms to FISA Section 702
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release:
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Durbin Calls For Reforms To FISA Section 702
In a speech on the Senate floor, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, called for Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel to be replaced after The Atlantic published an article outlining his excessive drinking and unexplain more
State Dept.: 5th Meeting of Countering Transnational Terrorism Forum
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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Fifth Meeting of the Countering Transnational Terrorism Forum
To target ongoing malign and destabilizing activities by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS) and their proxies and partners, the U.S. Departments of State and Justice convened the fifth meeting of the Countering Transnational Terrorism Forum (CTTF) at the International Law Enforceme more
Surprise Fall In Unemployment But Threat Remains
LONDON, England, April 21 -- The British Chambers of Commerce issued the following statement:
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Surprise Fall In Unemployment But Threat Remains
Reacting to the latest labour market data from the ONS, Patrick Milnes, Head of People and Work at the British Chambers of Commerce, said:
"While unemployment has seen a surprise fall to 4.9%, the expectation is that it will rise this year as business uncertainty caused by the Iran War overshadows the UK economy.
"With the cost of employme more
U.S. Representative to Vienna Office of U.N. Nominee Griffith Testifies Before Senate Foreign Relations Committee
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Senate Foreign Relations Committee released the following testimony by Preston Wells Griffith III, President Trump's nominee to be U.S. representative to the Vienna office of the United Nations and to the International Atomic Energy Agency, from an April 16, 2026, confirmation hearing:
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Chairman Risch, Ranking Member Shaheen and distinguished Members of this Committee, thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today as the President's nominee to serve more
Virginia Tech: Experts Available - Iran War, Oil Prices and Stock Markets, Virginia Redistricting, Cycling in Cities, and More
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 21 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Experts available: Iran war, oil prices and stock markets, Virginia redistricting, cycling in cities, and more
Virginia Tech experts are available this week to talk about issues in the news, including the Iran War, oil prices, the stock market, alternative transportation, and Autism Acceptance Month. To schedule an interview with any of them or if you need analysis on other topics, please contact mediarelations@v more
What They're Saying: "There's a Storm Coming" - Senate Republicans "Sound the Alarm" as Democrats Create "A Feasible Path" to the Majority
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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WHAT THEY'RE SAYING: "There's a Storm Coming" - Senate Republicans "Sound the Alarm" as Democrats Create "A Feasible Path" to the Majority
New York Times: "[Democrats have] recruited unusually strong candidates in three states that supported Mr. Trump three times: North Carolina, Ohio and Alaska"
MS NOW: "Now, just over six months out from Election Day, the herculean suddenly seems p more
"The pain is one - The pain of lives cut short in an instant"
HAIFA, Israel, April 20 -- The Technion - Israel Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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"The pain is one - The pain of lives cut short in an instant"
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Bereaved families, members of the Technion community, and distinguished guests.
The week that begins with Holocaust Remembrance Day and ends with Memorial Day is the saddest and most difficult in the Israeli calendar. These are harrowing days of sorrow, pain, remembrance, and soul-searching, culminating in the siren that m more
"WORST YEAR IN MY CAREER": Washington Post Exposes How Mike Lawler's Support for Trump's Reckless War Is Crushing Hudson Valley Families
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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"WORST YEAR IN MY CAREER": Washington Post Exposes How Mike Lawler's Support for Trump's Reckless War Is Crushing Hudson Valley Families
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Lawler continues to cheer on Trump's cost-spiking war as NY-17 small businesses, seniors, and working families get hammered at the pump
A damning new report from the Washington Post puts the cost of Mike Lawler's lockstep loyalty to Donald T more
Advancing Gender Justice in the Crimes Against Humanity Convention: A Declaration
NEW YORK, April 20 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news:
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Advancing Gender Justice in the Crimes Against Humanity Convention: A Declaration
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We, the undersigned organizations and individuals, welcome the official start of preparatory work for a Crimes Against Humanity Convention. This is a significant opportunity to ensure an inclusive instrument that addresses long-standing gaps in the protection against gender-based crimes, particularly for women more
Ansari Demands Answers from Trump Admin for Civilian Harm in Iran Military Operations
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Rep. Yassamin Ansari, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Ansari Demands Answers from Trump Admin for Civilian Harm in Iran Military Operations
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WASHINGTON - Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) sent a letter to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth demanding clarity on U.S. military actions between February 28, 2026, and April 7, 2026, which, according to independent monitoring by Human Rights Activists in Iran (HRA), have resulted in significant harm more
Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas Issues Beige Book on April 15, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas issued the following Beige Book on April 15, 2026:
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity in the Eleventh District rose slightly over the reporting period. Growth in manufacturing output moderated to a below-average pace, while activity in the service sector was nearly flat. Bank lending increased, buoyed by commercial real estate activity, but home sales were slow. Retail sales were flat to up. Energy sector activity ti more
High Gas Prices Become a Midterm Warning Sign for Jim Desmond [CNN]
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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High Gas Prices Become a Midterm Warning Sign for Jim Desmond [CNN]
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As gas prices in California surge to nearly $6 per gallon, CNN highlighted Trump-backed Jim Desmond's out-of-touch response: dismissing rising costs for working families as " no pain no gain."
CNN writes : "In a midterm election that will likely be decided by how voters feel about the economy, Republicans are more
ICYMI: Domestic Production Plus Refining Equals Dominance
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Domestic Production Plus Refining Equals Dominance
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BISMARCK, N.D. - American energy markets are experiencing a full-circle moment nearly 50 years in the making. In 1977, President Jimmy Carter delivered an "unpleasant talk" calling "the energy crisis" "the greatest challenge our country will face in our lifetime... the moral equivalent of war." Two years later, Iran's revolution spark more
ICYMI: Prices are going up. This is only the beginning unless Congress takes action.
ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 20 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release:
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ICYMI: Prices are going up. This is only the beginning unless Congress takes action.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Prices are rising, and without decisive action from Congress, this is only the beginning of a broader cost-of-living surge for American families. In an op-ed for the Washington Examiner, Brent Gardner argues that despite a fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire and the reopeni more
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT... Sen. Rick Scott Joins Fox News Sunday to Discuss Iran, FISA, Socialist Hasan Piker
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT... Sen. Rick Scott Joins Fox News Sunday to Discuss Iran, FISA, Socialist Hasan Piker
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Watch Senator Scott's interview HERE or by clicking on the image above.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Senator Rick Scott joined Fox News Sunday to discuss the ongoing situation in Iran, the need for reforms to FISA, and Yale platforming terrorism-promoting socialist podcaster, Hasan Piker, more
Institute for Energy Research: Trump Administration Takes Actions Stemming From the Conflict With Iran
WASHINGTON, April 20 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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The Trump Administration Takes Actions Stemming From the Conflict With Iran
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Key Takeaways
1 The Trump administration's blockade of Iranian ports has been successful so far, with movements of maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz slowly increasing.
2 Iran had indicated that the strait would be completely open due to the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, only to more
LONDON, England, April 20 -- The British Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office issued the following news:
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Japan-UK Foreign Ministers' Strategic Dialogue 2026 - Joint Statement
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Japan and the UK are the closest of friends and partners, connected by our shared values of freedom, democracy, rule of law, fundamental human rights, and free, open and fair trade. As Enhanced Global Strategic Partners, a status confirmed by the Hiroshima Accord issued in May 2023, we reaffirmed our com more
LEADER JEFFRIES: "DONALD TRUMP AND REPUBLICAN CONTROL OF CONGRESS HAS BEEN A COMPLETE AND TOTAL DISASTER"
WASHINGTON, April 20 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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LEADER JEFFRIES: "DONALD TRUMP AND REPUBLICAN CONTROL OF CONGRESS HAS BEEN A COMPLETE AND TOTAL DISASTER"
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Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference where he highlighted that while prices are soaring and Donald Trump's disastrous war of choice continues, Republican sycophants refuse to do anything to make life more affordable.
LEADER JEF more
LEADER JEFFRIES: "DONALD TRUMP AND REPUBLICAN CONTROL OF CONGRESS HAS BEEN A COMPLETE AND TOTAL DISASTER"
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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LEADER JEFFRIES: "DONALD TRUMP AND REPUBLICAN CONTROL OF CONGRESS HAS BEEN A COMPLETE AND TOTAL DISASTER"
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Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference where he highlighted that while prices are soaring and Donald Trump's disastrous war of choice continues, Republican sycophants refuse to do anything to make life more affordable.
LEADER JEFFRIES: Earlier today, Dona more
Logistics industry seeks government support package to reduce Iran war inflation risk
KENT, England, April 20 [Category: Transportation] -- Logistics UK issued the following news release:
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Logistics industry seeks government support package to reduce Iran war inflation risk
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Business group Logistics UK is urging government to provide a package of support for the country's logistics sector - the companies which move all the goods businesses and homes rely on every day - to avoid rising costs caused by the Middle East conflict from having a knock-on impact on the UK's eco more
Lujan Statement on Voting to Block Arms Sales to Israel
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan Statement on Voting to Block Arms Sales to Israel
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) issued the following statement after voting for two resolutions, introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders, blocking arms sales to Israel:
"Equipping the Netanyahu government with hundreds of millions of dollars in additional weapons will only enable the destruction of communities, unde more
NEW FROM CHARLOTTE OBSERVER: Whatley Pushed Legislation That Made Him Richer & Drove Up Drug Prices For Seniors
RALEIGH, North Carolina, April 20 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party posted the following news:
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NEW FROM CHARLOTTE OBSERVER: Whatley Pushed Legislation That Made Him Richer & Drove Up Drug Prices For Seniors
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Charlotte Observer : "Drug companies profited from the Big Beautiful Bill. So did Michael Whatley"
New reporting from the Charlotte Observer reveals DC insider and Big Oil Lobbyist Michael Whatley actively pushed for legislation that increased drug prices for North Carolina more
Rep. Ro Khanna reintroduces Gasoline Export Ban Act prohibiting the exportation of gasoline while gasoline prices are high
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Ro Khanna reintroduces Gasoline Export Ban Act prohibiting the exportation of gasoline while gasoline prices are high
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Washington, DC -Today, Representative Ro Khanna reintroduced the Gasoline Export Ban Act of 2026 to prohibit the exportation of gasoline during periods of high gasoline prices. The export ban begins when the average price for gasoline in the United States has been equal to or more
Russia is the one that must de-escalate and engage in meaningful dialogue: UK statement at the U.N. Security Council
LONDON, England, April 20 -- The British Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office issued the following statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, charge d'affaires at the United Nations:
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Russia is the one that must de-escalate and engage in meaningful dialogue: UK statement at the UN Security Council
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The Council meets today because Russia continues to violate the Charter it is bound to uphold.
Russia's invasion of Ukraine was not forced. It was, and continues to be, a deliberate ac more
TOMORROW: Baldwin Will Force a Vote on Her War Powers Resolution to End Trump's Illegal War in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
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TOMORROW: Baldwin Will Force a Vote on Her War Powers Resolution to End Trump's Illegal War in Iran
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Tomorrow, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) will force the Senate to vote on her War Powers Resolution to end the war in Iran. The vote comes just one day before the fragile and crumbling ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran expires. Tensions are rising in the Strait of Hormuz more
U.S. Forces Disable Vessel Attempting to Enter Iranian Port, Violate Blockade
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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U.S. Forces Disable Vessel Attempting to Enter Iranian Port, Violate Blockade
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U.S. forces operating in the Arabian Sea enforced naval blockade measures against an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel attempting to sail toward an Iranian port yesterday.
The destroyer USS Spruance intercepted the M/V Touska as it transited the north Arabian Sea at 17 knots enroute to Bandar Abbas, Iran. American forces issued multip more
U.S. Senator Tina Smith Seeks Answers on Hegseth's Role in Dismantling Military's Civilian Harm Prevention Guard Rails in Advance of Iran War
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Sen. Tina Flint Smith, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release:
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U.S. Senator Tina Smith Seeks Answers on Hegseth's Role in Dismantling Military's Civilian Harm Prevention Guard Rails in Advance of Iran War
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WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Tina Smith (D-MN) joined nine senators in seeking answers on Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's role in weakening civilian harm prevention programs and the catastrophic civilian impacts of President Trump's war in Ira more
Warren, Van Hollen Open New Investigation into Hegseth's Role in Dismantling Military's Civilian Harm Prevention Guard Rails
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Warren, Van Hollen 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 progra ms
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
U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warr more
Was the Attack on an Iranian Primary School a War Crime?
NEW YORK, April 20 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news:
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Was the Attack on an Iranian Primary School a War Crime?
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On Feb. 28, on the first day of joint U.S.-Israeli strikes, a primary school in southern Iran was attacked, killing at least 175 people-including many children. Despite President Trump's immediate denial of responsibility for the incident, the U.S. military's initial assessment has found that its forces are likely behind the attack on more
Fordham Political Review Posts Commentary: Miyazaki's Anti-war Sentiment in Howl's Moving Castle - Ideology to Implement With the War on Iran
BRONX, New York, April 18 -- The Fordham Political Review posted the following commentary by Ariana Sebourne:
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Miyazaki's Anti-war Sentiment In Howl's Moving Castle: Ideology to Implement with the War on Iran
Film's emulation of real world conflict and tragedy remain a source of reflection to the many downfalls of society. Time and time again, we fail to both acknowledge and learn from the past, solely allowing cycles of violence to reoccur despite who leads. Under new justifications, an more
Ashley Hinson Voted to Keep American Service Members in Trump's Illegal War
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Senate Majority PAC, an organizations that works to elect Democratic senators who are committed to an economy that provides opportunity and security for America's working families and who stand up to protect the rights of all Americans, issued the following news release:
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Ashley Hinson Voted to Keep American Service Members in Trump's Illegal War
Today, Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson voted against the Iran War Powers Resolution, enabling President Trump to continue more
OMB Issues Statement of Administration Policy on Removal of U.S. Armed Forces From Hostilities With Iran
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The White House Office of Management and Budget issued the following statement of administration policy on a resolution (H.Con.Res. 40) that directs the president, pursuant to Sec. 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove U.S. armed forces from hostilities with Iran. The resolution was introduced by Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, and 90 cosponsors.
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The Administration strongly opposes passage of H. Con. Res. 40, a resolution that would purport to direct the more
Rutgers: New Jerseyans Still Struggle Affording Basic Necessities, But Feel Increasing Pressure at the Pump as Broader Affordability Concerns Ease Slightly
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, April 16 -- Rutgers University issued the following news:
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New Jerseyans Still Struggle Affording Basic Necessities, but Feel Increasing Pressure at the Pump as Broader Affordability Concerns Ease Slightly
A majority of New Jerseyans continue to struggle to afford basic necessities and, while that difficulty has eased slightly across most categories since last polled in October, residents are increasingly feeling the pain at the gas pump and other transportatio more
OMB Issues Statement of Administration Policy on Congressional Disapproval of Proposed Foreign Military Sales to Israel
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- The White House Office of Management and Budget issued the following statement of administration policy on joint resolutions (S.J.Res. 32 and S.J.Res. 138), which provides for congressional disapproval of proposed foreign military sales to Israel, which was introduced by Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont:
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The Administration strongly opposes passage of S.J. Res. 32 and S.J. Res. 138, joint resolutions that would block the sales of munitions and other defense articles more
OMB Issues Statement of Administration Policy on Removal of U.S. Forces From Hostilities With Iran
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- The White House Office of Management and Budget issued the following statement of administration policy on a joint resolution (S.J.Res. 123) that directs the removal of U.S. armed forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress. The resolution was introduced by Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, and five cosponsors:
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The Administration strongly opposes passage of S.J. Res. 123, a joint resolution that more
