ABOR Convenes Leaders to Shape Research Driven Energy Solutions for Arizona
PHOENIX, Arizona, May 14 -- The Arizona Board of Regents issued the following news release:
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ABOR convenes leaders to shape research driven energy solutions for Arizona
Energy leaders and researchers explore practical, near term research needs tied to reliability, infrastructure and growth.
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With rising demand from population growth, data centers and artificial intelligence placing new pressure on Arizona's energy systems, the Arizona Board of Regents convened industry leaders and uni more
AI Expands What Research Projects Students Can Accomplish at LLNL's STEM With Phones Workshop
LIVERMORE, California, May 14 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news:
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AI expands what research projects students can accomplish at LLNL's STEM with Phones workshop
Forget spreadsheets. At Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory's (LLNL) STEM with Phones student workshop, students are using smartphones and artificial intelligence (AI) to conduct advanced scientific analysis.
Led by LLNL's David Rakestraw, participants in the prog more
C.H. Robinson Expands Cross-Border Capabilities With New South Texas Fresh Produce Logistics Center
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minnesota, May 14 -- C.H. Robinson Worldwide, a company that says it solves logistics problems, issued the following news release on May 13, 2026:
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C.H. Robinson expands cross-border capabilities with new South Texas fresh produce logistics center
Located on the border, new facility helps shippers save time and optimize freshness
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Robinson Fresh, C.H. Robinson's fresh supply chains solutions division, today announced the opening of a new, 142,600 square-foot South Texas more
Chairman Latta Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Energy Hearing on Electricity Transmission for Reliable and Affordable Power
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Bob Latta, R-Ohio, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, issued the following opening statement on May 13, 2026, at a hearing to discuss electricity transmission and delivering reliable and affordable power:
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"Welcome to today's hearing and we thank the witnesses for appearing before us to examine the transmission development landscape.
"Today's discussion will be an important opportunity for our subcommittee's continued work to mode more
CODEPINK Milwaukee Disrupts Data Center Panel at American Economic Interest Summit
LOS ANGELES, California, May 14 -- CodePink, a grassroots peace and social justice movement working to end U.S.-funded wars and occupations, to challenge militarism globally, posted the following news release:
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CODEPINK Milwaukee Disrupts Data Center Panel at American Economic Interest Summit
BROOKFIELD, Wis.--CODEPINK Milwaukee activists disrupted the "How Data Centers Shape America's Security and Tech Future" panel at the American Economic Interest Summit, hosted by Wisconsin Manufactu more
Committee Approves FY27 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Tom Cole, R-Oklahoma, chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release on May 13, 2026:
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Committee Approves FY27 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act
Today, the House Appropriations Committee met to consider the Fiscal Year 2027 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. The measure was approved by the Committee with a vote of 32 to 28.
Commerce, Justice, and Science Sub more
Couple's Longstanding Connections With Penn State Beaver Lead to Scholarship
MONACA, Pennsylvania, May 14 -- Pennsylvania State University Beaver campus issued the following news:
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Couple's longstanding connections with Penn State Beaver lead to new scholarship
Julia and Dan McDowell, of Pittsburgh, have created an annually funded scholarship that, for the next four years, will provide financial support to students recently transferred to Penn State Beaver from closing Commonwealth Campuses
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Penn State alumni and volunteers Julia and Dan McDowell have stepped more
First Lady Melania Trump's 10 Achievements Transforming Outcomes for Foster Youth Since the Signing the Fostering the Future Executive Order 180 Days Ago
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- The White House issued the following news on May 12, 2026:
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First Lady Melania Trump's 10 Achievements Transforming Outcomes for Foster Youth Since the Signing the Fostering the Future Executive Order 180 Days Ago
First Lady Melania Trump marked the 180-day milestone following the signing of the Executive Order on Fostering the Future for American Children and Families, highlighting 10 achievements made to expand opportunities, strengthen public and private supports more
Gartner Predicts by 2027, 50% of Enterprises Without a People Centric AI Strategy Will Lose Their Top AI Talent
STAMFORD, Connecticut, May 14 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Predicts by 2027, 50% of Enterprises Without a People Centric AI Strategy Will Lose Their Top AI Talent
Managers Who Focus on Performance First Are 20% More Likely to Meet Performance Goals
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By 2027, half of enterprises lacking a comprehensive AI people strategy will lose their top AI talent to competitors who prioritize workforce enab more
Gartner Survey Finds Information Integrity Risk Now the Top Concern Among Risk Leaders in First Quarter of 2026
STAMFORD, Connecticut, May 14 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Survey Finds Information Integrity Risk Now the Top Concern Among Risk Leaders in First Quarter of 2026
* Senior Enterprise Risk Executives No Longer See Low-Growth Economic Environment as Emerging Risk
* AI and Tech Concerns Hold Three of Top Five Emerging Risks
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Information integrity risk, caused by the proliferation of AI enabled d more
House Financial Services Committee Chairman Hill: We Cannot Fight a 21st-Century Threat With 20th-Century Tools
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, issued the following news release on May 13, 2026:
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Chairman Hill: We Cannot Fight a 21st-Century Threat with 20th-Century Tools
Today, the House Financial Services Committee, led by Chairman French Hill (AR-02), is holding a markup of various bills that reflect the Committee's long-standing efforts to strengthen our financial system, promote innovation, and protect the American people more
How Haynie's Leadership, Scholarship Shaped His Rise to Syracuse's 13th Chancellor
SYRACUSE, New York, May 14 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
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How Haynie's Leadership, Scholarship Shaped His Rise to Syracuse's 13th Chancellor
Through pioneering research and nationally recognized programs for veterans, J. Michael Haynie built a record of impact that now informs his vision as Syracuse's new leader.
Kelly Homan Rodoski
When J. Michael Haynie arrived at Syracuse University's Martin J. Whitman School of Management in the fall of 2006 as an assistant prof more
Marrying New Technologies and Indigenous Knowledge To Protect Our Planet
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Pulitzer Center, an organization that says it combines journalism and engagement, posted the following news:
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Marrying New Technologies and Indigenous Knowledge To Protect Our Planet
Author: Jelter Meers, Pulitzer Center Staff
"We have a tendency to destroy first and repair later." These words of the President of Palau, Surangel Whipps Jr., were met with murmuring agreement in a cold conference room at the Palais des congres in Montreal during the 2026 Economist Oc more
Montgomery Co. Councilman Jawando Introduces Data Center Moratorium
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release:
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Montgomery Co. Councilman Jawando Introduces Data Center Moratorium
Moratorium would pause building permits for two years
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Montgomery County, MD -- At a press conference in Rockville yesterday, Montgomery County Councilman Will Jawando introduced a two-year moratorium for new data center permits. The announcement follows Councilman Evan Glass' proposal for a six-month moratorium, introduced last week.
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Nacha Announces Relish is a Nacha Preferred Partner for Account Validation, Fraud Monitoring, and Risk and Fraud Prevention
RESTON, Virginia, May 14 -- Nacha - The Electronic Payments Association issued the following news release on May 13, 2026:
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Nacha Announces Relish is a Nacha Preferred Partner for Account Validation, Fraud Monitoring, and Risk and Fraud Prevention
Nacha announced today that Relish has become a Nacha Preferred Partner for Account Validation, Fraud Monitoring, and Risk and Fraud Prevention.
Relish validates the existence of bank accounts, their ownership and active status in real time, en more
Northwestern University: Global AI Challenge to Transform Investigative Journalism
EVANSTON, Illinois, May 14 -- Northwestern University posted the following news release:
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Global AI challenge to transform investigative journalism
Journalists and technologists invited to build AI agents to make investigations faster, more transparent and scalable
* Goal is to create tools that support watchdog journalism without replacing reporters
* Contest opens May 15 and ends July 15
* Top teams to receive cash prizes
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Investigative journalists often obtain thousands, if more
Ocelots, Monkeys, and Anteaters Captured by Camera Traps at the Smithsonian's Tropical Research Institute in Panama Inspire a New Generation of Tropical Scientists
PANAMA CITY, Panama, May 14 -- The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute issued the following news:
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Mammal Monitoring
Ocelots, monkeys, and anteaters captured by camera traps at the Smithsonian's Tropical Research Institute in Panama inspire a new generation of tropical scientists
By Rosannette Quesada-Hidalgo
The long-term mammal monitoring project on Smithsonian's Barro Colorado Island (BCI) is one of the most unique camera trap systems in the tropics and the first one of its kind more
Pallone Calls for Building Out Nation's Power Grid to Help Rein in Skyrocketing Energy Bills and Improve Reliability
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on May 13, 2026:
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Pallone Calls for Building Out Nation's Power Grid to Help Rein in Skyrocketing Energy Bills and Improve Reliability
Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) delivered the following opening remarks at today's Energy Subcommittee hearing titled, "Wires, Rates, and States: Permitting Transmis more
Ranking Member Maxine Waters: "None of the Bills Today Will Help Americans Struggling Under Trump's Failed Economic Policies. None Will Lower Costs, Nor Protect Consumers or Help Workers."
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Maxine Waters, D-California, ranking member of the House Financial Services Committee, issued the following statement on May 13, 2026:
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Ranking Member Maxine Waters: "None of the Bills Today Will Help Americans Struggling Under Trump's Failed Economic Policies. None Will Lower Costs, Nor Protect Consumers or Help Workers."
Today, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), the top Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee, delivered the following statement dur more
Select Committee Democrats Outline Priorities Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting in Beijing
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-California, ranking member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release:
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Select Committee Democrats Outline Priorities Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting in Beijing
President Trump is set to meet with General Secretary Xi Jinping in Beijing May 14-15. The Trump Administration has conducted no formal public consultation on a potential U.S.-People's Republic of more
Sen. Grassley Highlights Ongoing Oversight of Big Tech, Calls for Answers
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following opening statement on May 13, 2026, at a Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology and the Law hearing entitled "From the Courtroom to Congress: Why Landmark Social Media Verdicts Demand Federal Action to Protect Kids Online":
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Thank you, Chair Blackburn, for holding a hearing on this important matter.
The recent verdicts against social media companies related to their addict more
Sen. Husted Joins Bill to Advance AI for Americans
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, issued the following news release:
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Husted joins bill to advance AI for Americans
Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) joined Sens. Todd Young (R-Ind.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) and Cory Booker's (D-N.J.) Creating Resources for Every American to Experiment with Artificial Intelligence (CREATE AI) Act.
This bipartisan bill would establish the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR). The NAIRR is a shared nationa more
Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester Opposes Nomination of Kevin Warsh to Lead Federal Reserve Board
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Delaware, issued the following statement on May 13, 2026:
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Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester Opposes Nomination of Kevin Warsh to Lead Federal Reserve Board
Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), member of the Senate Banking Committee, today voted against the nomination of Kevin Warsh to lead the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. She released the following statement:
"The Federal Reserve plays an important role. For families more
Spring Commencement is May 16 at MSOE
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, May 14 -- The Milwaukee School of Engineering issued the following news:
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Spring Commencement is May 16 at MSOE
Milwaukee School of Engineering will hold its Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at the Kern Center, 1245 N. Broadway. A total of 550 students will receive their bachelor's or master's degree during two ceremonies: at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Visit msoe.edu/commencement for ceremony details.
Student Speakers
Adrian Manchado will be the student sp more
Stevens Institute of Technology Launches Master's in Aerospace Engineering
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, May 14 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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Stevens Launches New Master's in Aerospace Engineering
The new program supports careers in the aerospace, defense and space sectors -- including roles in space exploration and national security
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As the aerospace industry experiences massive growth -- marked by the emergence of commercial space companies, small and large, and high-profile missions like Artemis II -- Stevens Institute of Technolog more
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 14 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news:
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Inside the workshop tackling Texas' electrical grid challenges
As large data center demands surge, Texas A&M researchers are creating a multidisciplinary platform where industry leaders, engineers, researchers and students can come together to tackle challenges in Texas' power grid through collaborative workshops.
By Amy Leifeste, College of Engineering
Artificial intelligence more
University of Houston: AI Model Predicts Battery Decay to Make Renewable Energy More Reliable
HOUSTON, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Houston issued the following news:
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New AI Model Predicts Battery Decay to Make Renewable Energy More Reliable
University of Houston Researchers Develop AI Model That Predicts Battery Aging, Preventing Grid Failures
By J.J. Adams, 713-743-8960, jadams23@central.uh.edu
As the global demand for reliable electricity grows, University of Houston researchers are deploying artificial intelligence to solve a critical vulnerability in the power grid: more
University of Texas Dallas: Renowned Energy-Storage Leader Aims To Expand University's Impact
RICHARDSON, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas Dallas campus issued the following news:
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Renowned Energy-Storage Leader Aims To Expand University's Impact
By: Alexander Macon
Dr. Babu Chalamala, a member of the National Academy of Engineering and an expert in grid energy-storage research, is helping to position The University of Texas at Dallas as a national leader in battery-storage technology and the future electric grid.
Chalamala joined the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering more
Virginia Tech: Data Center Summit Attracts Industry, Partners
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, May 14 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Data Center Summit attracts industry, partners
More than 250 attendees from industry, government, and academia convened to learn and discuss solutions to the challenges of building and powering the information economy.
By Noah Frank
There is probably no single topic as fast-moving, complex, and significant at Virginia in 2026 as data centers. With the landscape evolving quickly and massive new challenges popping more
XPONENTIAL 2026 Day Two Delivers Packed Crowds, Major Policy Conversations, and High-Energy Industry Momentum
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 14 -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International issued the following news release:
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XPONENTIAL 2026 Day Two Delivers Packed Crowds, Major Policy Conversations, and High-Energy Industry Momentum
Day two of XPONENTIAL 2026 kept Detroit buzzing as thousands of attendees filled Huntington Place for packed keynote sessions, nonstop show floor activity, major policy discussions, and the official opening of the sold-out XPO Hall.
Michael Robbins open more
'PrincipalGPT' creates a new AI blueprint for legal literacy in the classroom
GAINESVILLE, Florida, May 13 -- The University of Florida posted the following news:
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'PrincipalGPT' creates a new AI blueprint for legal literacy in the classroom
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Moving legal studies from the textbook to the digital arena, a new AI-based model for K-12 learning is taking shape at the University of Florida. In his graduate-level school law course, Chris Thomas, J.D., Ph.D., has found a way to deepen his students' legal comprehension by replacing a short essay assignment with a dynami more
100+ Ohio Wesleyan Students Showcase Research at Annual Symposium
DELAWARE, Ohio, May 13 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release:
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Discovery on Display
More than 100 Ohio Wesleyan University students shared research and creative work at the OWU Student Symposium, highlighting the breadth, depth, and quality of the work they produced during the 2025-2026 academic year.
The following students presented poster or oral presentations on the following topics at the April 16 symposium. More information is available, including project a more
30 States Now Have Laws to Regulate Election Deepfakes
WASHINGTON, May 13 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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30 States Now Have Laws to Regulate Election Deepfakes
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Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed a new law protecting voters from political deepfakes in election communications. The new law makes Maryland the 30th state to have these protections on the books, according to Public Citizen's tracker.
State progress on this issue over the past two years has been proactive and bipartisan as generativ more
AFR Statement on HFSC Passage of Disastrous AI Sandbox Legislation
WASHINGTON, May 13 [Category: Financial Services] -- Americans for Financial Reform, which describes itself as a nonpartisan and nonprofit coalition of more than 200 civil rights, consumer, labor, business, investor, faith-based and civic and community groups, posted the following news release:
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Statement: AFR Statement on HFSC Passage of Disastrous AI Sandbox Legislation
AFR Statement on HFSC Passage of Disastrous AI Sandbox Legislation:
Statement of Patrick Woodall, Managing Directo more
AI Chatbots For Mental Health - What Works, What Harms, and What's Next
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The National Academy of Medicine issued the following news:
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AI Chatbots For Mental Health - What Works, What Harms, and What's Next
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Experts from The Jed Foundation, Columbia University, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and the American Psychological Association discuss how effective AI chatbots are at responding to users' mental health needs; how to ensure appropriate use of these tools; and how clinicians and technology companies could collaborate to ensur more
AI Prescription Renewal is Untested, Dangerous
WASHINGTON, May 13 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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AI Prescription Renewal is Untested, Dangerous
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Utah should suspend its AI-enabled prescription renewal systems pending further review of their legality, safety, accountability and compliance with existing standards governing the practice of medicine, Public Citizen said today in a letter to the Utah Department of Commerce. Furthermore, the department should exercise heightened vigilance befo more
Alex Webb '26 Takes High-Stakes Advocacy in Stride
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, May 13 -- The University of Virginia School of Law posted the following news:
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Alex Webb '26 Takes High-Stakes Advocacy in Stride
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When Alex Webb '26 was putting together his oral argument for the 97th annual William Minor Lile Moot Court competition last November, his only goal was to win, not to go viral.
Over 722,000 views, 12,600 likes and 135 comments on Instagram later, the Oregon native's sharp intellect and calm demeanor had made quite an impression more
AMA survey: Prior authorization reform pledge falls short with physicians
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 13 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association posted the following news release:
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AMA survey: Prior authorization reform pledge falls short with physicians
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CHICAGO -Despite last summer's widely publicized insurer pledge to improve prior authorization, new survey data from the American Medical Association (AMA) show physicians are pervasively skeptical that meaningful change will occur-reflecting years of similar commitments that have failed to produ more
Amazon Empowerment Report: Small Business Sellers are Thriving
WASHINGTON, May 13 [Category: Business] (TNSrpt) -- The Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council issued the following news release:
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Amazon Empowerment Report: Small Business Sellers are Thriving
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During National Small Business Week (May 3-9), Amazon.com released its latest " Small Business Empowerment Report." The news and data from the report is an overwhelmingly positive one for entrepreneurship and small business.
In the report Amazon noted:courtesy o more
As AI energy demand soars, UF scientist seeks solutions in space
GAINESVILLE, Florida, May 13 -- The University of Florida posted the following news:
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As AI energy demand soars, UF scientist seeks solutions in space
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The breathless growth of artificial intelligence is straining energy grids. Some technology experts even forecast an "AI Winter" if energy demands exceed supply.
As scientists and tech firms scramble to find ways to power the AI revolution, one engineering researcher from the University of Florida is among the those looking up for a v more
Autonomous Resource Corporation, ORNL partner to accelerate AI-enabled defense manufacturing at national scale
OAK RIDGE, Tennessee, May 13 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory issued the following news release:
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Autonomous Resource Corporation, ORNL partner to accelerate AI-enabled defense manufacturing at national scale
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Autonomous Resource Corporation (ARC), a Delaware corporation, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), the U.S. Department of Energy's largest multi-program science and energy laboratory, announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishing more
Be positive: USF research shows your heart will thank you
TAMPA, Florida, May 13 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news:
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Be positive: USF research shows your heart will thank you
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By Joey Garcia, University Communications and Marketing
Continuous doses of positivity can do more than change one's mood - they can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.
A new study published in Cardiology Clinics, co-authored by USF Assistant Professor Soonhyung Kwon, examines the best way to apply positive psychology interventions, more
Beauty's Next Wave Sees Consumers Adding Aesthetic Procedures and Longevity Treatments to Regular Routines
BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 13 [Category: BizConsulting] -- Boston Consulting Group, a management consulting firm, presented the following news release:
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Beauty's Next Wave Sees Consumers Adding Aesthetic Procedures and Longevity Treatments to Regular Routines
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* Report from BCG and WWD Highlights "Optimizer" Consumers Reshaping the Beauty Market
* 80% Say Beauty Is About How They Feel Physically and Mentally, Not Just Appearance
* 75% Use AI to Research Beauty, with 1 in 4 Relyi more
Blind Ambition: AI agents can turn tasks into digital disasters
RIVERSIDE, California, May 13 -- The University of California Riverside campus issued the following news:
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Blind Ambition: AI agents can turn tasks into digital disasters
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Computer scientists at UC Riverside have identified troubling flaws in a new generation of artificial intelligence (AI) agents designed to take over routine computer chores while users are away -sorting emails, organizing files, analyzing data, and handling other everyday digital tasks that might otherwise consume ho more
Brown University's 258th Commencement set for Sunday, May 24
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 13 -- Brown University posted the following news:
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Brown University's 258th Commencement set for Sunday, May 24
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Brown President Christina H. Paxson will preside over the University's 258th Commencement on Sunday, May 24, on the College Green. The ceremony concludes Brown's three-day Commencement and Reunion Weekend 2026, which will bring more than 10,000 people to College Hill.
Brown Commencements have been major events in Providence since the 18th cen more
CBA Voices Support for Legislation to Combat Fraud Ahead of House Financial Services Committee Markup
WASHINGTON, May 13 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Consumer Bankers Association posted the following news release:
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CBA Voices Support for Legislation to Combat Fraud Ahead of House Financial Services Committee Markup
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Ahead of the U.S. House Financial Service Committee's markup today, the Consumer Bankers Association (CBA) sent a letter of support for a number of the pieces of legislation that will be considered related to combatting fraud and scams and artificial intelligence ( more
Clemson STRIDE announces 2026 STRP fund recipients
CLEMSON, South Carolina, May 13 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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Clemson STRIDE announces 2026 STRP fund recipients
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Clemson University's STRIDE program is proud to announce the five recipients of the 20266 Seed Translational Research Project (STRP) funding. This competitive funding initiative is designed to accelerate the translation of innovative research into real-world applications, supporting projects that demonstrate clear proof-of-concept deliverables within a u more
Confidence and community helps Ayesha Issah '26MSHI turn opportunity into impact
SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, May 13 -- Bryant University issued the following news:
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Confidence and community helps Ayesha Issah '26MSHI turn opportunity into impact
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Ayesha Issah '26MSHI's education journey has taken her from Ghana to a graduate degree in Healthcare Informatics and AI from Bryant University. Now, she's preparing to use her education to help transform the healthcare system using data and technology.
"I'm a believer in health equity and innovation," says Issah, who will more
Congresswoman Lee Grills Trump Interior Secretary on Attempt to Kill Solar in Nevada
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Susie Lee, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Lee Grills Trump Interior Secretary on Attempt to Kill Solar in Nevada
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) pressed Interior Secretary Doug Burgum on the Trump Administration's weaponization of the permitting process to crush solar in Nevada, despite analysis from Lazard, the world's largest independent investment bank, which found solar and win more
Couple's longstanding connections with Penn State Beaver lead to new scholarship
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 13 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Couple's longstanding connections with Penn State Beaver lead to new scholarship
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MONACA, Pa. -Penn State alumni and volunteers Julia and Dan McDowell have stepped forward with a $50,000 commitment to a new scholarship fund that, over the next four years, will provide support to students who transfer to Penn State Beaver from one of seven closing Commonwealth campuses.
The couple's comm more
Cybersecurity student builds career path through internships, research and campus life leadership
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 13 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news:
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Cybersecurity student builds career path through internships, research and campus life leadership
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This story is part of a series highlighting the university's outstanding graduates crossing the stage on May 16.
Inor Wang, a senior in the College of AI, Cyber and Computing, grew up with a clear plan. His parents, first-generation immigrants from China, had expectations for him and his brothe more
Daines Previews President Trump's Historic China Visit on CNBC
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Steve Daines, R-Montana, issued the following news release:
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Daines Previews President Trump's Historic China Visit on CNBC
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined CNBC's Squawk Box to discuss President Trump's historic visit to China.
Watch the full interview HERE.
Daines on his trip to China last week:
I arrived back to the United States late Friday night, but I was in Shanghai for a couple of days and then went to Beijing on that h more
Defense Primer - Quantum Technology Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IF11836) by Kelley M. Sayler, advanced technology and global security specialist:
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Defense Primer: Quantum Technology
Quantum technology translates the principles of quantum physics into technological applications. Quantum technology has not yet reached maturity for most applications; however, it could hold significant implications for the future of military sensing, encryptio more
Democratic approach to challenge, improve AI tools
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 13 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Democratic approach to challenge, improve AI tools
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Artificial intelligence (AI) systems affect many parts of daily life, including healthcare, education and public policy, but the public has had few meaningful opportunities to participate in the development, governance or modifications of AI systems, according to Tanusree Sharma, assistant professor in the Penn Stat more
Department of the Air Force Selects Salesforce to Strengthen Mission Readiness and Support for Airmen and Guardians
SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 13 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release:
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Department of the Air Force Selects Salesforce to Strengthen Mission Readiness and Support for Airmen and Guardians
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Under Salesforce's recent $5.6 billion IDIQ contract with the U.S. Army and Department of War (DoW), the Department of the Air Force (DAF) -which includes the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force -has ent more
Drones evaluate NMSU rangeland research
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, May 13 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release:
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Drones evaluate NMSU rangeland research
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In 2022, 19 cattle and 19 elk were found dead from suspected plant poisoning at a New Mexico ranch. Three years later, 10 additional cattle and an unknown number of elk died from the same issue - toxic plants - at the same ranch, which spans about 24,000 acres, making traditional ground assessments impractical.
Since then, Casey Spackman, a range more
Exoscope Technology and the Evolution of Otologic Surgery at UHealth
MIAMI, Florida, May 13 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news:
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Exoscope Technology and the Evolution of Otologic Surgery at UHealth
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A high-definition exoscope is reshaping ear surgery at UHealth, where Dr. Juan Chiossone-Kerdel has replaced the operating microscope with the digital, heads-up system that enhances visualization, ergonomics and surgical training.
For decades, otologic surgery has relied on the operating microscope. The tool place more
Federal Reserve Board issues Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2025 report
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following news release:
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Federal Reserve Board issues Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2025 report
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The Federal Reserve Board on Wednesday issued its Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2025 report, which examines the financial circumstances of U.S. adults and their families. Overall, the report shows that financial well-being was consistent with recent years. Survey results indicate that the labor market remained soli more
Florida State University experts available to comment for 2026 hurricane season
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 13 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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Florida State University experts available to comment for 2026 hurricane season
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The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 through Nov. 30, bringing increased potential for destructive storms.
Florida State University faculty are leaders in the study of forecasting, evacuation, insurance and building resilience against hurricanes. They are available to speak with media through the 2026 hurricane more
From USC to Big Tech: Apple, Amazon, Nvidia Among Top Employers of USC Engineering Alumni, New Data Shows
LOS ANGELES, California, May 13 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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From USC to Big Tech: Apple, Amazon, Nvidia Among Top Employers of USC Engineering Alumni, New Data Shows
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From some of our earliest alumni, like Andrew Viterbi as a pioneer in shaping digital communications by inventing the Viterbi algorithm, and Ming Hsieh, who transformed biometric identification technology, the newest generation of graduates has been pa more
Giacomo Negro named Emory's vice provost for faculty affairs
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 13 -- Emory University posted the following news release:
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Giacomo Negro named Emory's vice provost for faculty affairs
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Giacomo Negro, the Asa Griggs Candler Professor of Management and Organization and associate dean for culture and community in Goizueta Business School, has been appointed Emory University's vice provost for faculty affairs, effective July 1.
"The vice provost for faculty affairs serves as a champion for faculty across Emory," says Pearl K. Do more
Going above and beyond to help students succeed
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 13 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news:
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Going above and beyond to help students succeed
The 2026 Awards for Mentoring Undergraduates recognize outstanding contributions to student growth from the classroom to the lab.
By Meredith McGlone
Each year the Office of the Provost recognizes outstanding mentors at the University of Wisconsin-Madison with the Awards for Mentoring Undergraduates in Research, Scholarly and Creative Activities.
So more
Governments May Shape What AI Chatbots Say by Shaping the Web They Learn From
LA JOLLA, California, May 13 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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Governments May Shape What AI Chatbots Say by Shaping the Web They Learn From
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Key Takeaways
* State-coordinated media can shape how AI chatbots answer political questions.
* Chinese state-linked content appears in AI training data and can influence model responses.
* Chatbots gave more favorable answers about China when prompted in Chinese than in English.
* Similar p more
HACU Webinar: The Human Signature: Authenticity, Creativity, and Critical Thinking in the Age of AI
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 13 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities posted the following news release:
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HACU Webinar: The Human Signature: Authenticity, Creativity, and Critical Thinking in the Age of AI
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The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, in collaboration with Conectado, will host a webinar titled, "The Human Signature: Authenticity, Creativity, and Critical Thinking in the Age of AI," for HACU members on May 28, 2026, at 2 p.m more
House Committee Advances Privacy Protections Against Data Brokers
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, May 13 [Category: Sociological] -- Demand Progress issued the following news release:
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House Committee Advances Privacy Protections Against Data Brokers
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Data Privacy Measure Protects Americans from Data Brokers, Warrantless AI Surveillance
Washington, D.C. - On Wednesday, the House Appropriations Committee adopted an amendment offered by Rep. Adriano Espaillat (D-NY) to a major funding bill that would enact new privacy protections against data brokers. The more
How SDSC and CENIC Are Bringing AI Infrastructure to California's Classrooms
LA JOLLA, California, May 13 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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How SDSC and CENIC Are Bringing AI Infrastructure to California's Classrooms
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The San Diego Supercomputer Center (SDSC), part of the Halicioglu School of Data Science and Computing at the University of California San Diego, is working to expand equitable access to advanced computing infrastructure, positioning America's classrooms for an AI-driven future. Through partnerships, plat more
Investor Concerns Mount As Big Tech's AI Power Race Threatens Credibility on Climate
OAKLAND, California, May 13 -- As You Sow Foundation posted the following news release:
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Investor Concerns Mount As Big Tech's AI Power Race Threatens Credibility on Climate
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Amazon, Meta, and Alphabet face shareholder concern for failing to draw a clear line against new fossil fuel-based power for their data centers.
EL CERRITO, CALIFORNIA-May 13, 2026 - Shareholders are asking the world's largest AI companies - Amazon, Meta, and Alphabet - how they are ensuring compatibility between more
Joint White Paper Plots Sustainable Path for AI, Cloudflare, and the Future of Independent Journalism
WASHINGTON, May 13 [Category: Business] (TNSrpt) -- Open Markets Institute posted the following news release:
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Joint White Paper Plots Sustainable Path for AI, Cloudflare, and the Future of Independent Journalism
Open Markets Welcomes the Launch of the Washington Monthly Institute with This First Joint White Paper
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The Center for Journalism and Liberty (CJL) at the Open Markets Institute today welcomed the launch of the Washington Monthly Institute with the release of a joint white p more
Kennesaw State graduate blends resilience and innovation in AI-powered sustainability research
KENNESAW, Georgia, May 13 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release:
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Kennesaw State graduate blends resilience and innovation in AI-powered sustainability research
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KENNESAW, Ga. | May 13, 2026
Hunter Quarles has faced more than his share of obstacles on the road to graduation, but the Kennesaw State University mechatronics engineering major refused to let those moments define him. Instead, he turned adversity into motivation, using each challenge as fuel to kee more
Klobuchar Opening Remarks on Protecting Kids Online
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release:
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Klobuchar Opening Remarks on Protecting Kids Online
U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology, and the Law, delivered the following opening statement while co-chairing the subcommittee hearing titled "From the Courtroom to Congress: Why Landmark Social Media Verdicts Demand Federal Action to Protect Kids Online."
A rough transcrip more
Lujan, Britt Unveil Bipartisan Bill to Boost Industrial Water Reuse, Protect Community Drinking Water, and Meet Public and Private Demand for Freshwater
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan, Britt Unveil Bipartisan Bill to Boost Industrial Water Reuse, Protect Community Drinking Water, and Meet Public and Private Demand for Freshwater
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Legislation Incentivizes Water Reuse Investments to Protect Water Resources for Local Communities and Businesses
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) and Katie Britt (R-Ala.) introduced the Advancing Water Reuse Act, more
Many Americans Pessimistic about AI's Impact - and Want More Regulation
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 13 -- The University of Pennsylvania Annenberg Public Policy Center posted the following news release:
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Many Americans Pessimistic about AI's Impact - and Want More Regulation
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As debate intensifies over data center construction and how to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), a new nationally representative survey finds that Americans are broadly pessimistic about the impact of AI and want more government action to regulate the technology.
The survey more
Miami Dade College Announces its New Class of Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees
MIAMI, Florida, May 13 -- Miami Dade College posted the following news release:
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Miami Dade College Announces its New Class of Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees
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MIAMI, FL (May 13, 2026) - The Miami Dade College (MDC) Foundation (MDCF) proudly announces its newest class of inductees, who will receive one of the college's highest honors at its annual Alumni Hall of Fame celebration. Each year, the MDC Alumni Hall of Fame recognizes graduates whose professional achievements, leadership, and more
National Academy of Medicine Announces 10 Emerging Leaders in Health and Medicine
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The National Academy of Medicine issued the following news:
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National Academy of Medicine Announces 10 Emerging Leaders in Health and Medicine
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The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) has selected the 2026 class of Emerging Leaders in Health and Medicine Scholars, a group of early- to mid-career professionals spanning a wide range of disciplines, including artificial intelligence in medicine, nanomedicine, maternal-fetal health, health economics, and carceral healt more
Neurodivergence and AI at Work
PHOENIX, Arizona, May 13 -- The University of Phoenix issued the following news release:
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Neurodivergence and AI at Work
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Webinar explores how AI-enabled workflows intersect with neurodivergence in the workplace
University of Phoenix will host the next installment of its Bridging Perspectives webinar series, "Neurodivergence and AI: Designing Workplaces That Think Differently," on Wednesday, May 21, 2026, at 11 a.m. MST. The virtual session is designed for employers, higher education more
New EEI Podcast Features DOE Office of Energy Dominance Financing Director Gregory A. Beard
WASHINGTON, May 13 [Category: Energy] -- The Edison Electric Institute issued the following news release:
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New EEI Podcast Features DOE Office of Energy Dominance Financing Director Gregory A. Beard
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The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) today released a new episode of its Electric Perspectives podcast featuring Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) Director Gregory A. Beard. He discussed the office's role as DOE's implementation arm for large-scale energy more
NiCE and Konecta Partner to Scale AI-First Customer Experience Through Agentic Automation
NEW YORK, May 13 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NICE, an enterprise software solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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NiCE and Konecta Partner to Scale AI-First Customer Experience Through Agentic Automation
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Global Platinum partnership accelerates time-to-value with industry-ready agentic AI and operational scale
Hoboken, N.J., May 13, 2026 - NiCE (Nasdaq: NICE) NiCE today announced a strategic partnership with Konecta, a global leader in customer experience (C more
NMSU biochemistry professor elected VP of national research network
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, May 13 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release:
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NMSU biochemistry professor elected VP of national research network
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Shelley Lusetti, New Mexico State University professor and department head of chemistry and biochemistry, is the principal investigator of the New Mexico IDeA Networks of Biomedical Research Excellence (NM-INBRE). This year, Lusetti was elected vice president of the National Association of IDeA Principal Investigators (NA more
NMSU to award more than 2,100 degrees at spring 2026 commencement ceremonies
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, May 13 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release:
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NMSU to award more than 2,100 degrees at spring 2026 commencement ceremonies
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More than 2,100 students will graduate from New Mexico State University this weekend.
NMSU will recognize spring 2026 graduates at three commencement ceremonies at the Pan American Center on the Las Cruces campus. University leaders will award a total of 2,148 degrees across its colleges.
Commencement weekend more
Nunn Bills to Protect Retirees from Fraud, Combat AI Threats Pass Financial Services Committee
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
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Nunn Bills to Protect Retirees from Fraud, Combat AI Threats Pass Financial Services Committee
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - The House Financial Services Committee today advanced two bipartisan bills introduced by Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) -the GUARD (Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees from Deception) Act and AI PLAN (Artificial Intelligence Practices, Logistics, Actions, and Necessities) Act -aimed at prot more
Overview of the Medicare Wasteful & Inappropriate Service Reduction Model Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13133) by health policy analyst Thomas P. Hackman and senior research librarian Michele L. Malloy.
Here are excerpts:
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Overview of the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model
On June 22, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a new prior authorization (PA) initiative in traditional Medicare, the Wasteful and Inappropr more
Pallone Launches Surveillance Pricing Inquiry
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
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Pallone Launches Surveillance Pricing Inquiry
Top Energy and Commerce Committee Democrat Questions 25 Major Corporations About Whether They Use Customers' Personal Data to Charge Them Different Prices
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Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) launched a new inquiry into corporate surveillance pricing practices today. The top Committee Democrat requested detail more
Parents Sue OpenAI After ChatGPT Medical Advice Results in Overdose Death
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, May 13 -- Yale Law School posted the following news:
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Parents Sue OpenAI After ChatGPT Medical Advice Results in Overdose Death
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Tech Justice Law, Social Media Victims Law Center, and the Tech Accountability Competition Project, part of Yale Law School's Media Freedom & Information Access Clinic 4, have filed a lawsuit in San Francisco County Superior Court against OpenAI on behalf of Leila Turner-Scott and Angus Scott, parents to Samuel ("Sam") Nelson. Sam Nels more
Private equity industry teams up with AI companies to fast forward deployment of AI at portfolio companies, putting millions of jobs at risk
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 13 [Category: Business] -- The Private Equity Stakeholder Project issued the following news:
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Private equity industry teams up with AI companies to fast forward deployment of AI at portfolio companies, putting millions of jobs at risk
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Multiple private equity firms recently announced deals with Open AI, Anthropic, and Google to supercharge the deployment of these companies' AI tools at private equity firms' portfolio companies. These deals incentivize private equ more
Randall Grills Interior Secretary on Trump Budget Request to Slash 25% from National Parks Service
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Emily Randall, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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Randall Grills Interior Secretary on Trump Budget Request to Slash 25% from National Parks Service
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Congresswoman Emily Randall (D, WA-06), grilled Trump's Interior Secretary, Doug Burgum, on the President's Fiscal Year 2027 budget which would slash funding for the National Parks Service by 25% while setting aside $10 billion for Trump 'beautification' projects in more
Regular audits would build trust, confidence in AI
ITHACA, New York, May 13 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Regular audits would build trust, confidence in AI
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From self-driving cars to employment screening and chatbots, we live in a time of great uncertainty about the reliability and risks of artificial intelligence. How do we achieve a market for trustworthy AI products?
In many ways, the current AI moment is similar to the time, right after the invention of indoor plumbing and running water, when people weren't e more
Regular audits would build trust, confidence in AI
ITHACA, New York, May 13 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following news:
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Regular audits would build trust, confidence in AI
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By Tom Fleischman, Cornell Chronicle
From self-driving cars to employment screening and chatbots, we live in a time of great uncertainty about the reliability and risks of artificial intelligence. How do we achieve a market for trustworthy AI products?
In many ways, the current AI moment is similar to the time, r more
SDSU's top 10 degrees among 2026 graduates
SAN DIEGO, California, May 13 -- California State University San Diego State University posted the following news:
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SDSU's top 10 degrees among 2026 graduates
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More than 13,600 degree candidates comprise the San Diego State University Class of '26 as a full weekend of commencement ceremonies get underway at SDSU and SDSU Imperial Valley, beginning today. They all have things they're proud of; they all have things to do.
Each year SDSU NewsCenter compiles a list of the most popular de more
Senator Young: America Must Out-Compete China on Trade, Technology, and Shipbuilding
WASHINGTON, May 13 [Category: Political] -- The Ripon Society posted the following news release:
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Senator Young: America Must Out-Compete China on Trade, Technology, and Shipbuilding
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"Today, advancing freedom requires a unified national economic strategy."
Senator Todd Young (R-IN) addressed a luncheon meeting of The Ripon Society on Tuesday, delivering a wide-ranging address on trade policy, technology competition, and American industrial capacity.
On the current trade environmen more
Spring 2026 University of Miami Medicine Magazine Highlights Breakthroughs in Heart, Vision and Cancer Research
MIAMI, Florida, May 13 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news:
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Spring 2026 University of Miami Medicine Magazine Highlights Breakthroughs in Heart, Vision and Cancer Research
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The latest issue of University of Miami Medicine Magazine showcases innovations in cardiovascular care, a first-in-Florida vision implant, alumni leadership in dermatology and unexpected discoveries beneath the sea.
The Spring 2026 edition of University of Miami Medicine more
Study analyzes environmental impacts of academic conference travel, encourages rethinking alternatives
LAWRENCE, Kansas, May 13 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news:
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Study analyzes environmental impacts of academic conference travel, encourages rethinking alternatives
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LAWRENCE -The academic conference, where scholars meet to present research, exchange ideas and build professional networks, are so deeply embedded in higher education that flying to these events is often seen as a marker of productivity, and for some, is associated with a sense of prestige.
A Universit more
Trine alumni recognized among young manufacturing, logistics leaders
ANGOLA, Indiana, May 13 -- Trine University posted the following news:
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Trine alumni recognized among young manufacturing, logistics leaders
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INDIANAPOLIS -Two Trine University alumni were recently named to the sixth annual Rising 30 class, recognizing outstanding young professionals making significant early-career contributions to Indiana's advanced manufacturing and logistics (AML) sectors.
Dominic Desalvo, who earned a Bachelor of Science in design engineering technology in 2024, more
Tuberville Calls for Greater Safeguards to Protect Students' Privacy
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Alabama, issued the following news release:
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Tuberville Calls for Greater Safeguards to Protect Students' Privacy
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WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Education and the American Family, and U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, sent a letter to Steve Daly, CEO of Instructure, about their concerns over the recent cybers more
Two Caltech-Affiliated Students Named 2026 Hertz Fellows
PASADENA, California, May 13 -- The California Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Two Caltech-Affiliated Students Named 2026 Hertz Fellows
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On May 6, the Hertz Foundation announced this year's cohort of 19 Hertz Fellows. Among them are fourth-year undergraduate Sam Foxman and incoming graduate student Nikhil Seshadri.
The Hertz Fellowship is one of the nation's most competitive and prestigious doctoral fellowships in applied science, engineering, and mathematics. Awa more
U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Ben Ray Lujan Unveil Bipartisan Bill to Boost Industrial Water Reuse, Protect Community Drinking Water, and Promote Responsible Water Management
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, issued the following news release:
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U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Ben Ray Lujan Unveil Bipartisan Bill to Boost Industrial Water Reuse, Protect Community Drinking Water, and Promote Responsible Water Management
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) today introduced the Advancing Water Reuse Act, bipartisan legislation that would provide a federal tax incentive for manufacturers and other industri more
USC Researchers Showcase Leading Research in Signal Processing and Machine Intelligence at ICASSP 2026
LOS ANGELES, California, May 13 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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USC @ ICASSP 2026
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Shrikanth Narayanan delivering a plenary speech at ICASSP 2026 (Photo Credit: Kai-Wei Chang)
Last week, USC researchers had a strong presence at the IEEE International Conference on Acoustics, Speech, and Signal Processing (ICASSP), with more than 10 papers accepted and USC University Professor and Vice President Shrikanth (Shri) Narayan more
Walsh Introduces Legislation Addressing Data Center Growth in PA
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 13 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news:
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Walsh Introduces Legislation Addressing Data Center Growth in PA
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State Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) has introduced House Bills 2515 and 2516, known as the Commercial Data Center Transparency Act, to address growing concerns surrounding the rapid expansion of large data centers in Luzerne County and across the Commonwealth.
"In recent years, the development of data centers has accelera more
When AI Becomes an Echo Chamber for Delusions
NEW YORK, May 13 -- The City University of New York Graduate Center posted the following news:
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When AI Becomes an Echo Chamber for Delusions
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A new study from researchers at the CUNY Graduate Center and King's College London focuses on safety issues related to AI systems that validate delusional thinking. The report highlights " AI psychosis," a term used to describe when large language models reinforce delusions with the risk of making psychotic symptoms worse.
The team examined th more
Wilkes University: Accelerated Bachelor of Science In Nursing Program Answers Critical Need for Nurses
WILKES-BARRE, Pennsylvania, May 13 -- Wilkes University issued the following news release:
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Accelerated Bachelor of Science In Nursing Program Answers Critical Need for Nurses
When Celia Rossini BSN '22 earned her first bachelor's degree in 2017 with a major in biobehavioral health, she already knew she wanted to go back to school to become a nurse. But she hesitated.
"I couldn't face the thought of another three years of school and accumulating more debt. I needed a break," Rossini sai more
With deep appreciation and immense gratitude, farewell
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 13 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news:
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With deep appreciation and immense gratitude, farewell
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Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin offers a parting note as the academic year and her time at UW-Madison comes to a close.
A look back at the year and a glimpse ahead with Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin and incoming interim Chancellor Eric Wilcots.
Dear UW-Madison community,
As my time as chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison comes to a cl more
Wright State's designation as National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense extended through 2031
KENT, Ohio, May 13 -- Wright State University posted the following news:
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Wright State's designation as National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense extended through 2031
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Wright State University and its Master of Science in Cyber Security program have been redesignated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense, reaffirming the university's leadership in cybersecurity education, research and workforce development.
The redesignation recognizes Wright Stat more
113th Commencement Ceremony Celebrates the Academic Accomplishments of 782 Olivet Graduates
BOURBONNAIS, Illinois, May 12 -- Olivet Nazarene University posted the following news:
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113th Commencement Ceremony Celebrates the Academic Accomplishments of 782 Olivet Graduates
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In anticipation of completing their undergraduate experience at Olivet Nazarene University, members of the Class of 2026 spent the first week of May finalizing papers, studying for exams, and wrapping up projects and presentations before celebrating with senior week activities.
Throughout the week, many ac more
Crystal Dobratz named Fryrear Chair for Innovation and Excellence
GOLDEN, Colorado, May 12 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news:
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Crystal Dobratz named Fryrear Chair for Innovation and Excellence
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Crystal Dobratz, associate teaching professor of economics and business and director of the Engineering and Technology Management Program, has been selected as the Fryrear Chair for Innovation and Excellence at Colorado School of Mines.
Endowed by Mines alum Ben Fryrear '62, the chair recognizes and supports highly accomplished Mines facu more
Edmonds to Serve as Director of Forever Learning Initiative
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, May 12 -- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University posted the following news:
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Edmonds to Serve as Director of Forever Learning Initiative
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EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (May 12, 2026) -North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has named a proven educational leader to direct its expanding emphasis on lifelong learning known as the Forever Learning Initiative: Catherine Edmonds '92, Ed.D., whose tenure as interim provost during the more
Military medical researchers convene to discuss ways to enhance warfighter readiness, lethality
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, May 12 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news:
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Military medical researchers convene to discuss ways to enhance warfighter readiness, lethality
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Key leaders in the military, federal, civilian, and private sectors presented the latest research on addressing challenges to warfighter healthcare at the "State of the Science Symposium in Health Services Research in the Military Health System." The event was co-hosted by Uniformed Services University's more
Reed Calls for Better Scrutiny of Private Credit & Warns Trump is Weakening Retirement Security for America's Workers
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Reed Calls for Better Scrutiny of Private Credit & Warns Trump is Weakening Retirement Security for America's Workers
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WASHINGTON, DC - As warning signs flash about increased risk in the murky private markets, the Trump Administration is throwing billionaire private fund managers a lifeline at the expense of average working Americans and their retirement security.
Unlike stocks and bonds, privat more
Social Work Students and Faculty Attend Annual Conference
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, May 12 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news:
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Social Work Students and Faculty Attend Annual Conference
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Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) and Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) students from Seton Hall University attended the 2026 annual conference of the National Association of Social Workers - New Jersey Chapter (NASW-NJ) from April 26-28 in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The conference brought together hundreds of social work professionals, scholars, more
National Gallery of Art Wins Seven Webby Awards Following Viral Success of "Museum Rizzler" Social Media Series
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The National Gallery of Art issued the following news release:
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National Gallery of Art Wins Seven Webby Awards Following Viral Success of "Museum Rizzler" Social Media Series
Videos featuring curator Alison Luchs describing works of art in Gen Z slang have resonated globally, with over 25M views to date
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The National Gallery of Art has been awarded seven 2026 Webby Awards in recognition of its innovative approach to engaging new audiences through compelling digi more
New Jersey Institute of Technology: Safety of Artificial Intelligence is Focus for CompSci and Applied Math Student
NEWARK, New Jersey, May 11 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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Safety of Artificial Intelligence is Focus for CompSci and Applied Math Student
Written by: Evan Koblentz
NJIT makes entrepreneurs and scientists, but junior Nidhi Sakpal is obsessed with something else -- she makes AI safer.
Sakpal, an Albert Dorman Honors College member from Boonton double-majoring in applied math and computer science, explained that artificial intelligence safety encompa more
OSU Celebrates Class of 2026 at Spring Commencement Ceremonies
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 9 -- Oklahoma State University Spears School of Business issued the following news:
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OSU celebrates Class of 2026 at spring commencement ceremonies
In an era defined by rapid technological changes, Joe Eastin inspired Oklahoma State University graduates to adapt and press forward as they embark on their career paths.
Eastin, a 1992 business administration graduate, was the keynote speaker for OSU's spring 2026 commencement, which celebrated the more than 4,500 more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
China's Economy - Current Trends & Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11667) by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter and international trade and finance analyst Michael D. Sutherland.
Here are excerpts:
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China's Economy: Current Trends and Issues
The government of the People's Republic of China (PRC or China) is targeting China's per capita gross domestic product (GDP) to reach that of a middle-income developed country by 2035. more
Community Development Block Grants for Disaster Recovery Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13221) by economic development policy analyst Joseph V. Jaroscak:
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Community Development Block Grants for Disaster Recovery: A Primer
In response to some disasters, Congress has provided supplemental funding for long-term disaster recovery and other related purposes under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program's statutory authority (42 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.5301 et se more
Congressional Nominations to U.S. Service Academies - Candidate Qualifications & Noncongressional Nominating Authorities
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13219) by American national government specialists Sarah J. Eckman and R. Eric Petersen.
Here are excerpts:
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Congressional Nominations to U.S. Service Academies: Candidate Qualifications and Noncongressional Nominating Authorities
Members of Congress are authorized by law to nominate candidates for appointment to four U.S. service academies. These schools are the U.S. Milit more
Congressional Nominations to U.S. Service Academies - Member Office Management Considerations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13220) by American national government specialists Sarah J. Eckman and R. Eric Petersen.
Here are excerpts:
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Congressional Nominations to U.S. Service Academies: Member Office Management Considerations
Members of Congress are authorized by law to nominate candidates for appointment to four U.S. service academies: the U.S. Military Academy (USMA); U.S. Naval Academy (USNA); more
Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 - Expiring Provisions Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12959) by cybersecurity policy specialist Chris Jaikaran:
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The Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015: Expiring Provisions
A decade ago, Congress authorized a cybersecurity information sharing structure that allows the federal government to collect and disseminate threat information, and enabled private sector entities to voluntarily share that information with the go more
Rice's Whale - Conservation Efforts, Implications for Ocean Sectors & Considerations for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12835) by natural resources policy specialists Laura B. Comay and Anthony R. Marshak.
Here are excerpts:
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The Rice's Whale: Conservation Efforts, Implications for Ocean Sectors and Considerations for Congress
The Rice's whale (Balaenoptera ricei; Figure 1) is a recently described species of baleen whale (i.e., whales that contain baleen plates in their mouths for sieving pl more
Congressional Court Watcher - Circuit Splits From April 2026 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11430) by deputy assistant director Michael John Garcia and legislative attorney Alexander H. Pepper:
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Congressional Court Watcher: Circuit Splits from April 2026
The U.S. Courts of Appeals for the thirteen "circuits" issue thousands of precedential decisions each year. Because relatively few of these decisions are ultimately reviewed by the Supreme Court, the U.S. Cou more
Farm Bill Primer - Overview & Status Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12047) by Jim Monke, agricultural policy specialist and Megan Stubbs, agricultural conservation and natural resources policy specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm Bill Primer: Overview and Status
A farm bill is a collection of laws and changes to laws that authorize, reauthorize, or amend various food, agriculture, and rural policies. Congress has passed farm bills about eve more
India's Domestic Political Setting Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10298) by South Asian affairs specialist K. Alan Kronstadt.
Here are excerpts:
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India's Domestic Political Setting
Overview
According to its Constitution, India is a "sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic republic" where the bulk of executive power rests with the prime minister and his/her Council of Ministers. The Indian president is a ceremonial chief of state with l more
Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation & Management Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13210) by natural resources policy analyst Anthony R. Marshak:
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The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA): Issues for the 119th Congress
The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, as amended (MSA; 16 U.S.C. Sec.1801 et seq.), is the primary law authorizing the conservation and management of U.S. federal marine fisheries (i.e., thos more
Responding to Drought in the Colorado River Basin Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11982) by natural resources policy analyst specialist Charles V. Stern.
Here are excerpts:
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Responding to Drought in the Colorado River Basin
The Colorado River Basin covers more than 246,000 square miles in seven U.S. states and Mexico. Basin waters are governed by multiple documents, known collectively as the Law of the River. The Colorado River Compact of 1922 established more
Section 232 Automotive Tariffs Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12545) by international trade and finance analyst Kyla H. Kitamura.
Here are excerpts:
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Section 232 Automotive Tariffs: Issues for Congress
In 2025, President Donald Trump imposed 25% tariffs on U.S. imports of automobiles and certain automobile parts under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 (19 U.S.C. Sec.1862). Section 232 authorizes the President to take actio more
Senate Consideration of Treaties Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-384) entitled "Senate Consideration of Treaties" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen.
Here are excerpts:
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The consideration of treaties and nominations constitutes the executive business of the Senate./1
To conduct executive business, the Senate must resolve into executive session. Senate Rule 29 governs executive sessions, generally; Rule 30 addresses pro more
Senate Rules Affecting Committees Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-311) entitled "Senate Rules Affecting Committees" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Summary
For the most part, the Senate's rules allow each of its standing committees to decide for itself how to conduct its legislative business. Senate rules require that each committee adopt and publish its own written rules. In addition, the Senate imposes certain requ more
Colombia's 2026 Presidential Election Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12689) on May 6, 2026, by Latin American affairs specialist Clare Ribando Seelke.
Here are excerpts:
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Colombia's 2026 Presidential Election
On May 31, Colombia, a top U.S. security partner in Latin America, is scheduled to convene an election to replace President Gustavo Petro (2022-present), who is constitutionally barred from seeking reelection. U.S. officials and some Mem more
Cook Islands & Niue - States in Free Association Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12994) on May 6, 2026, by foreign policy analyst Jared G. Tupuola.
Here are excerpts:
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The Cook Islands and Niue: States in Free Association
The Pacific Islands region comprises a variety of polities including fully independent nations, overseas territories, and self-governing states in "Free Association" with other nations. Successive U.S. presidential administrations and more
Defense Primer - LGM-35A Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11681) on May 6, 2026, by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: LGM-35A Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile
The LGM-35A Sentinel is envisioned as an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) system that is expected to replace the Minuteman III (MMIII) ICBM in the U.S. nuclear force structure. MMIII has served as the ground-based le more
DFC Shipping Reinsurance Facility - Iran Conflict & Strait of Hormuz Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12688) on May 6, 2026, by foreign assistance analyst Nick M. Brown and international trade and finance specialist Shayerah I. Akhtar:
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DFC Shipping Reinsurance Facility: Iran Conflict and Strait of Hormuz
Background
In February 2026, U.S. and Israeli forces initiated military operations against Iran. Iran responded with retaliatory attacks and threats against commercial ship more
Endangered Species Committee Exemption of Oil & Gas Activities in the Gulf of America Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13218) on May 6, 2026.
The white paper is written by natural resources policy specialists Anthony R. Marshak, Pervaze A. Sheikh and Laura B. Comay:
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Endangered Species Committee ("God Squad") Exemption of Oil and Gas Activities in the Gulf of America
Introduction
On March 31, 2026, the Endangered Species Committee (ESC; also known as the "God Squad") voted to issue an exem more
FY2027 President's Budget in Historical Context - Revenues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12690) on May 6, 2026, by economic policy analyst D. Andrew Austin.
Here are excerpts:
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The FY2027 President's Budget in Historical Context: Revenues
On April 3, 2026, the Trump Administration submitted its budget for FY2027, which proposes to constrain nondefense spending, maintain spending on border security and immigration enforcement, and increase defense spending. In Fe more
Senate Committee Hearings - Arranging Witnesses Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-336) on May 6, 2026, entitled "Senate Committee Hearings: Arranging Witnesses" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Selecting witnesses is one of the most important aspects of planning a Senate hearing. Committees and subcommittees pay careful attention to which viewpoints will be represented, who should testify, and the order and format for presenting witne more
Senate Committee Hearings - Preparation Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-489) on May 6, 2026, entitled "Senate Committee Hearings: Preparation" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Committee hearings allow Senators an opportunity to gather information on - and draw attention to - legislation and issues within a committee's purview, conduct oversight of programs or agencies, and investigate allegations of wrongdoing.
This checkli more
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-337) on May 6, 2026, entitled "Senate Committee Hearings: Scheduling and Notification" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Senate standing committees and their subcommittees have authority to hold hearings whether the Senate is in session, has recessed, or has adjourned (Rule XXVI, paragraph 1). Regardless of the type of hearing or whether a hearing is held more
Senate Committee Hearings - Witness Testimony Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 98-392) on May 6, 2026, entitled "Senate Committee Hearings: Witness Testimony" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen:
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Generally, witnesses before Senate committees (except Appropriations) must provide the committee with copies of their written testimony at least one day prior to their oral testimony. It is common practice to ask a witness to limit his or her ora more
U.S. Army Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Programs Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12668) on May 6, 2026, by defense policy analyst Daniel M. Gettinger.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Army Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Programs
The U.S. Army operates uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), including small UAS (sUAS, commonly referred to as drones). These systems support intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR); target acquisition and strike; electronic w more
U.S. Election Assistance Commission Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10981) on May 6, 2026, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton:
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The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC): An Overview
The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) is an independent federal agency that is charged with helping election officials to improve the administration of elections and voters to participate in the electoral process. It was establi more
Argentine Beef Import Quota Expansion Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12687) on May 5, 2026, by agricultural policy analysts Benjamin Tsui and Christine Whitt.
Here are excerpts:
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Argentine Beef Import Quota Expansion
In February 2026, the average price cattle producers received for their cattle reached a record high. The price increase was in part due to the year-over-year decreases in U.S. cattle inventory, suspended cattle imports from Mexi more
CDC's Updated Childhood Vaccine Schedule Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11427) on May 4, 2026, by legislative attorney Hannah-Alise Rogers:
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CDC's Updated Childhood Vaccine Schedule: Litigation and Potential Implications for Vaccine Injury Compensation Program
In December 2025, President Trump issued an executive memorandum in which he instructed the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to "review best practi more
Child Support Enforcement Passport Denial Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12660) on May 5, 2026, by social policy specialist Jessica Tollestrup and foreign affairs analyst Cory R. Gill:
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The Child Support Enforcement Passport Denial Program
The Child Support Enforcement (CSE) Passport Denial Program is a mandatory enforcement mechanism that applies to noncustodial parents who owe past-due child support. The program was originally enacted as part of more
Defense Primer - Personnel Tempo Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11007) on May 5, 2026, by military personnel specialist Kristy N. Kamarck.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: Personnel Tempo (PERSTEMPO)
United States military operations around the globe may lead to prolonged, recurrent deployments for some U.S. servicemembers. Those servicemembers and/or their families may face deployment-related stress. In addition, preparation for dep more
Electoral College - Frequently Asked Questions Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48936) on May 5, 2026, entitled "The Electoral College: Frequently Asked Questions" by American national government specialist R. Sam Garrett.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Individual voters in the United States do not directly elect the President and the Vice President. Instead, their votes select intermediaries, known as electors, to cast votes for a presidential ticket on their behalf. T more
Federal Government & Anthropic - Considerations for AI Innovation & Competition Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13217) on May 5, 2026, by Laurie Harris, science and technology policy analyst and Clare Y. Cho, industrial organization and business policy specialist:
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Federal Government and Anthropic: Considerations for AI Innovation and Competition
On February 27, 2026, President Trump directed federal agencies to stop using technology developed by the U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) more
Kings & Queens Addressing Joint Meetings of Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12682) on May 4, 2026, by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus.
Here are excerpts:
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Kings and Queens Addressing Joint Meetings of Congress
On April 28, 2026, King Charles III of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland addressed a joint meeting of Congress. King Charles was jointly invited by Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson, Senate Majorit more
Office of Strategic Capital - Overview & Considerations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13215) on May 4, 2026, by science and technology policy analyst Marcy E. Gallo.
Here are excerpts:
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Office of Strategic Capital: Overview and Considerations
Technological advantage has long contributed to the dominance of the U.S. Armed Forces. Some analysts and policymakers also suggest that U.S. technological superiority - and, by extension, national security - is at risk more
Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13096) on May 4, 2026, by natural resources policy analyst Anthony R. Marshak.
Here are excerpts:
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The Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund
Introduction
The Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund (PCSRF) provides federal funding for the protection, conservation, and restoration of Pacific salmon species (Oncorhynchus spp.) and steelhead trout (O. mykiss) that are listed or a more
Section 307 and Imports Produced by Forced Labor Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11360) on May 4, 2026.
The white paper is written by foreign affairs specialist Michael A. Weber and international trade and finance specialists Christopher A. Casey and Cathleen D. Cimino-Isaacs.
Here are excerpts:
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Section 307 and Imports Produced by Forced Labor
The International Labor Organization (ILO) estimated that in 2021 on any given day, 27.6 million people were more
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - FY2027 Appropriations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13212) on May 5, 2026, by natural resources policy specialists Anna E. Normand and Nicole T. Carter.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: FY2027 Appropriations
Congress generally funds and provides related policy direction to the civil works activities of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) in annual Energy and Water Development appropriations acts and the more
Army's Multi-Domain Task Force Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11797) on May 4, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and U.S. Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
Here are excerpts:
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The Army's Multi-Domain Task Force (MDTF)
The Significance of the Multi-Domain Task Force (MDTF)
Congress has expressed concern about the threat to U.S. national security posed by Russia and China. The Army believes to address this threat, it m more
Connecting Constituents With Federal Programs for Historic Preservation
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13216) on May 4, 2026, by research librarian Scott Vierick and natural resources policy specialist Mark K. DeSantis:
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Connecting Constituents with Federal Programs for Historic Preservation
Congress has established programs and provided grant funding to assist constituents - including individuals, organizations, and state, tribal, and local governments - with historic preser more
Foreign Leaders Addressing Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10211) on May 4, 2026, by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus.
Here are excerpts:
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Foreign Leaders Addressing Congress
Foreign leaders are periodically invited to address Congress. The first address by a foreign dignitary occurred on December 10, 1824, when Revolutionary War hero the Marquis de Lafayette addressed the House. The most recent address took place on April 28, 2 more
Private Equity in Selected Industries - Policy Background Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13214) on May 4, 2026, by financial economics specialist Eva Su.
Here are excerpts:
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Private Equity in Selected Industries: Policy Background
Private equity (PE) - which falls within a broader set of investment products often called alternative investments, private capital, or private funds - is a pooled investment vehicle that generally raises money from accredited investo more
Vaccine Injury Compensation Program & the Office of Special Masters Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12213) on May 4, 2026, by legislative attorney Hannah-Alise Rogers:
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The Vaccine Injury Compensation Program and the Office of Special Masters
In 1986, Congress passed the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act (NCVIA; 42 U.S.C. Sec.Sec. 300aa-10-300aa-34), which created the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). The VICP is a no-fault compensation program that more
Vaccine Injury Compensation Program - Adjudication of Petitions & the 240-Day Deadline Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 5 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11428) on May 4, 2026, by legislative attorney Hannah-Alise Rogers:
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Vaccine Injury Compensation Program: The Adjudication of Petitions and the 240-Day Deadline
The Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) was created by Congress via the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986. The VICP is a no-fault compensation program made up of two essential components. Fir more
Cruel & Unusual Punishments Clause's Ban on Executing the Intellectually Disabled Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11426) on May 1, 2026, by legislative attorney Dave S. Sidhu:
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The Cruel and Unusual Punishments Clause's Ban on Executing the Intellectually Disabled
In 2002, the Supreme Court in Atkins v. Virginia ruled that the imposition of capital punishment on the intellectually disabled constitutes "cruel and unusual" punishment in violation of the Eighth Amendment, leaving to more
Government Shutdowns - Applying the Antideficiency Act to a Lapse in Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48930) on May 1, 2026, entitled "Government Shutdowns: Applying the Antideficiency Act to a Lapse in Appropriations" by legislative attorneys Sean Stiff and Matthew D. Trout:
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SUMMARY
Congress funds much of the federal government through a series of 12 regular, annual appropriations acts. A significant portion of that funding is for a single fiscal year, and most agencies thus rely on pass more
Government Shutdowns - Applying the Antideficiency Act to a Lapse in Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48930) on May 1, 2026, entitled "Government Shutdowns - Applying the Antideficiency Act to a Lapse in Appropriations:"
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Authority to Continue Government Programs During Lapses in Appropriations
Under the Antideficiency Act's general prohibitions, when an agency experiences a lapse in appropriations, its officers and employees generally may no longer involve th more
Recent Developments in International Tourism to the U.S. Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12589) on May 1, 2026, by economic development policy analyst Adam G. Levin and immigration policy analyst Jill H. Wilson.
Here are excerpts:
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Recent Developments in International Tourism to the United States
Lengthy visa interview wait times, stricter border and immigration policies, potential tariffs, the dollar's strength, U.S. travel restrictions for certain countries, a more
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11436) on May 1, 2026, by foreign assistance analyst Nick M. Brown and international trade and finance specialist Shayerah I. Akhtar.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)
DFC, a federal agency, uses financial tools to promote private investment overseas. Its purpose is to advance U.S. development and foreign policy interests, accounti more
Veterans Affairs Life Insurance Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13213) on May 1, 2026, by social policy analyst T. Lynn Sears.
Here are excerpts:
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Veterans Affairs Life Insurance (VALife)
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) administers several life insurance programs. Two of these programs, the now-closed Service-Disabled Veterans' Insurance (S-DVI) program and the recently launched Veterans Affairs Life Insurance (VALife) program, more
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ACLU Urges DOE to Withdraw Direct Final Rules Rescinding Disability Access Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has submitted a public comment letter strongly opposing the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) direct final rules aimed at rescinding longstanding regulations that ensure architectural accessibility for individuals with disabilities under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. The letter condemns the proposed elimination of key provisions within 10 C.F.R. Part 1040, which have governed nondiscrimination and access requirements for fe more
Aerospace Industries Association Urges DOT to Approve Exemption for Boeing 777F Fuel Efficiency Standards
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Aerospace Industries Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding a petition for exemption from specific aircraft fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas standards for the Boeing Model 777F.
In the letter, the AIA, representing the U.S. aerospace and defense industry's manufacturers and suppliers, stressed the importance of globally aligned standards for aircraft certification and operation. While supporting the Federa more
America's Blood Centers Recommends FDA Clarify Form 483 Response Guidance and Introduce Voluntary Notification Option
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- America's Blood Centers, the national organization representing community-based independent blood centers, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding its draft guidance titled "Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations at the Conclusion of a Drug CGMP Inspection." ABC, which includes members operating over 700 blood collection sites serving a substantial portion of the U.S. and Canadian blood supply, expressed appreciation for the more
American Bakers Association Urges FDA to Exempt Declared Gluten-Containing Ingredients From Additional Labeling Requirements
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The American Bakers Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's Request for Information on labeling and preventing cross-contact of gluten in packaged foods. Representing over 300 companies and 1,200 commercial baking facilities, ABA emphasized that their members' baked goods overwhelmingly contain wheat, a major food allergen already subject to comprehensive disclosure mandates.
In its letter, ABA urged more
American Bankers Association Urges IRS to Expand Trustee Access for Trump Accounts
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The American Bankers Association submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking on individual retirement accounts established under section 530A of the Internal Revenue Code, commonly known as Trump accounts. The proposal impacts eligible children, account beneficiaries, and trustees responsible for these accounts.
The ABA emphasized the importance of Trump accounts as a means to promote financial education and more
American Hospital Association Urges CMS to Enhance Medicare Advantage Reporting Requirements for Better Oversight
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The American Hospital Association, representing nearly 5,000 hospitals, health systems, and healthcare organizations, along with over 270,000 affiliated physicians and 2 million nurses and caregivers, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the agency's revised Medicare Part C and D Reporting Requirements. The AHA emphasized the role these reporting data play in enabling CMS to conduct effective oversight, monitoring, more
American Pharmacists Association Urges FDA Clarity on Draft Guidance for Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The American Pharmacists Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration addressing the agency's draft guidance titled "Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations at the Conclusion of a Drug CGMP Inspection: Draft Guidance for Industry." The letter appreciates the FDA's efforts to clarify expectations for manufacturers responding to Form 483 Inspectional Observations but calls for more precise application to pharmacies, particularly those more
Animal Health Institute Proposes Flexibility in FDA Guidance on Responding to Form 483 Observations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Animal Health Institute has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's draft guidance for industry titled Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations at the Conclusion of a Drug CGMP Inspection (Docket ID: FDA-2025-D-1504). AHI, representing companies that develop and produce animal medicines for companion and food-producing animals in the United States, provided comprehensive feedback aimed at ensuring that the final g more
Asian Americans Advancing Justice Urges Comprehensive Data in Consumer Experience Survey
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Asian Americans Advancing Justice submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the Consumer Experience Survey Data Collection. The letter addresses the proposed revisions to the survey's demographic data collection practices, emphasizing the importance of adopting the 2024 Standards for the Classification of Federal Data on Race and Ethnicity
The advocacy organization highlighted the critical necessity of disaggregated race an more
Association for Accessible Medicines Urges FDA to Clarify Draft Guidance on Responding to Form 483 Observations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Association for Accessible Medicines, representing manufacturers of generic and biosimilar pharmaceutical products, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the agency's draft guidance on Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations at the Conclusion of a Drug Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) Inspection. The letter, filed in response to Docket No. FDA-2025-D-1504, addresses the need for clearer expectations and more more
BASF Corporation Urges EPA to Reclassify Advanced Recycling Technologies in Air Curtain Incinerator Standards
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- BASF Corp., a global chemical producer with extensive U.S. operations, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking on standards for air curtain incinerators that burn wood wastes, yard wastes, and clean lumber. The letter focuses on Section VI of the proposal, which requests comment on revising the definition of "municipal waste combustion unit" under the Other Solid Waste Incineration New Source P more
Biocom Urges FDA to Clarify Scope and Implementation of Plausible Mechanism Framework for Individualized Therapies
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Biocom, California's life sciences advocacy organization, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding its draft guidance on the use of the plausible mechanism framework to develop individualized therapies targeting specific genetic conditions with known biological causes. The letter addresses the FDA's recommendations for generating substantial evidence of safety and effectiveness for such therapies, which prioritize regulatory flexi more
BioPhorum Urges FDA for Greater Clarity in Draft Guidance on Responding to Form 483 Observations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- BioPhorum, a collaborative organization representing senior leaders and experts in the biopharmaceutical industry, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's draft guidance titled "Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations at the Conclusion of a Drug CGMP Inspection: Draft Guidance for Industry." This draft guidance aims to provide industry stakeholders with recommendations on handling observations noted by the FDA during more
Brewers Association Urges FDA Not to Amend Gluten Labeling Rules
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Brewers Association, a national trade organization representing over 5,000 American craft breweries and more than 1,200 suppliers, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration concerning gluten labeling and prevention of cross-contact in packaged foods. The association expressed support for accurate and non-misleading labeling that safeguards consumers with celiac disease and gluten sensitivities but recommended against expanding current di more
Catalyst Visual Media Urges FAA to Adjust Drone Operation Rules Around Critical Facilities
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Catalyst Visual Media LLC, an Oklahoma-based small business specializing in commercial drone operations, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration regarding its proposed rulemaking on unmanned aircraft system operations near fixed-site facilities. The company called for revisions to balance security with First Amendment rights and commercial viability under the agency's new restrictions.
The letter outlined c more
Celiac Disease Organizations Urge FDA to Maintain Gluten-Free Labeling Standards and Improve Transparency on Gluten-Containing Grains
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Celiac Disease Foundation and an alliance of co-signing organizations, including the Society for the Study of Celiac Disease, American Gastroenterological Association, and others, have submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration. The letter addresses concerns raised in the FDA's Request for Information on labeling practices and cross-contact risks related to gluten-containing grains in packaged foods.
Collectively representing clinicians, rese more
Center for Social Development Urges Treasury and IRS to Hold Hearing on Trump Accounts Enrollment Process
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Center for Social Development at Washington University in St. Louis has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service, requesting a public hearing on the proposed regulations surrounding Trump Accounts, a research center focused on asset building and financial capability, highlights concerns with the current opt-in enrollment framework outlined in the proposed rule and recommends strategies for increasing unive more
CFP Board Urges Treasury and IRS to Clarify Rules for Trump Accounts Implementation
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service regarding the proposed rulemaking for Trump Accounts under Section 530A of the Internal Revenue Code. The CFP Board supports the agencies' goals to enhance financial literacy and expand wealth-building opportunities for American families.
In its letter, the CFP Board outlined the critical role CFP(R) professionals more
Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Provides Input on FMCSA Exemption Request for Grote Industries Lighting System
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regarding an exemption application from Grote Industries LLC, Madison, Indiana. The exemption concerns the current requirement that exterior lighting devices on commercial motor vehicles be steady-burning. Grote seeks approval to operate CMVs equipped with auxiliary rear or side lamps that flash or strobe when acti more
Consumer Brands Association Urges FDA to Maintain Existing Gluten Labeling Standards and Opposes Expanded Allergen Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Consumer Brands Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration addressing concerns over the proposed changes to gluten labeling and cross-contact prevention for packaged foods. The letter responds to the FDA's request for information related to a citizen petition by Celiac Journey, which seeks to have gluten recognized as a major food allergen and to impose additional labeling requirements for gluten-containing grains (GCGs) and o more
Cross-Cutting Issues Group Supports EPA's Paper Manifest Sunset Rule With Recommendations for Implementation
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Cross-Cutting Issues Group submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency addressing a proposed rule to phase out paper manifests in favor of electronic manifests for tracking hazardous and polychlorinated biphenyl wastes. The letter highlights CCIG's general support for the proposed transition while providing detailed feedback on implementation challenges and requests to minimize operational costs and regulatory burdens.
CCIG emphasized more
CUSIP Global Services Addresses Misconceptions in Public Comment Letter to SEC on Financial Data Transparency Act
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- CUSIP Global Services, Norwalk, Connecticut, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission addressing inaccuracies in the administrative record concerning CUSIP usage under the Financial Data Transparency Act. The letter seeks to clarify points raised by commenters on the joint data standards rulemaking proposed by nine federal agencies, including the SEC, the Federal Reserve Board, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and ot more
Economic Innovation Group Urges Treasury to Clarify Opportunity Zones Nomination Process
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Economic Innovation Group (EIG) Opportunity Zones Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund), offering recommendations on the Opportunity Zones (OZ) nomination tool. The Coalition, representing various stakeholders including fund managers, financial institutions, community organizations, and developers, provided insights intended to guide states in the nomination more
Empower Pharmacy Seeks Clarification From FDA on Draft Guidance Impacting 503A Compounding Facilities
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Empower Pharmacy submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's draft guidance titled Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations at the Conclusion of a Drug cGMP Inspection. The company, engaged in the human drug compounding and pharmaceutical quality sector, emphasized the need for clearer distinctions in the draft guidance between cGMP-regulated entities and 503A compounding facilities, which are exempt from current good man more
Environmental Technology Council Urges EPA to Extend Timeline for Fully Electronic Hazardous Waste Manifests
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Environmental Technology Council, representing the hazardous waste management industry, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency concerning the agency's proposed Paper Manifest Sunset Rule aimed at shifting from paper to electronic hazardous waste manifests by 2028. The ETC, longtime collaborators in developing the EPA's e-Manifest system, contends that while the current system operates as Congress intended, moving to a fully electro more
Experts Urge FDA to Require Gluten Labeling on All Packaged Foods Citing Risks for Wheat-Allergic Patients
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Golisano Children's Hospital Department of Pediatrics has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration expressing strong support for a citizen petition requesting mandatory gluten labeling on all packaged foods in the United States. The letter, authored by the Chief of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology at the University of Rochester Medical Center, underscores concerns that current labeling fails to sufficiently protect individuals with wheat al more
Financial Technology Association Proposes Key Changes to IRS Trump Account Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Financial Technology Association submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service and the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing proposed regulations for Trump Accounts established under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The association, a network of fintech industry leaders, outlined recommendations to optimize the accounts' implementation, urging for a more accessible, competitive, and modernized financial platform to benefit American families and c more
Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Urge FDA to Maintain Current Gluten Labeling Standards
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association of the United States has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration addressing the agency's request for information on labeling and preventing cross contact of gluten in packaged foods. As a national association representing 119 member companies that produce or market over 95% of flavors sold in the United States, FEMA emphasized that flavors are an unlikely source of gluten contamination and s more
Food and Beverage Industry Groups Urge FDA to Maintain Current Gluten Labeling Standards
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Food and Beverage Issue Alliance, a coalition of food and beverage trade associations, submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration addressing the agency's request for information on labeling and preventing gluten cross-contact in packaged foods. FBIA emphasized its support for the existing FDA regulatory framework, cautioning against reclassifying gluten as a major food allergen under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALC more
Food Industry Association Urges FDA to Maintain Current Gluten-Free Labeling Framework
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Food Industry Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration concerning the agency's Request for Information on labeling and preventing cross-contact of gluten in packaged foods. FMI expressed strong support for the agency's established gluten-free labeling standards and urged FDA to preserve the existing regulatory framework while accommodating necessary enhancements.
FMI, comprising members across the food supply chain from pr more
Haycen Limited Urges OCC to Permit Pass-Through Yield for Institutional Stablecoin Users
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Haycen Limited submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, addressing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act. The letter focused on the key policy issue of whether permitted payment stablecoin issuers may pass through yield to institutional stablecoin holders under appropriate regulatory safeguards.
Haycen, developing a regulated stab more
IFF Urges CDFI Fund to Enhance Opportunity Zones Program Data and Participation
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- IFF, a leading mission-driven Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) operating across ten Midwestern states, has submitted a public comment letter to the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) within the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing key aspects of the Opportunity Zones (OZ) program's information collection process. The organization highlighted the importance of optimizing data tools and frameworks to increase certified CDFI p more
Ind. Environmental Management Dept. Urges EPA to Address Concerns in Paper Manifest Sunset Rule
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Indiana Department of Environmental Management, Indianapolis, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's proposed rule titled "Paper Manifest Sunset Rule; Modification of the Hazardous Waste Manifest Regulations." The proposed rule seeks to establish a timeline for phasing out paper manifests in favor of electronic manifests as part of hazardous waste management regulations.
IDEM expresses support for regula more
International Association of Color Manufacturers Addresses Gluten Labeling Concerns With FDA
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The International Association of Color Manufacturers submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's request for information on labeling and preventing cross contact of gluten in packaged foods. The letter responds to the FDA's docket FDA-2023-P-3942, concerning measures to help consumers identify gluten-free foods and ensure accurate allergen labeling.
The IACM, representing global producers and users of color additives in more
International Dairy Foods Association Urges Caution on FDA Gluten Labeling Proposals
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The International Dairy Foods Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's Request for Information on labeling and preventing cross-contact of gluten in packaged foods. Representing a broad spectrum of the U.S. dairy industry, IDFA cautioned the FDA against implementing broad mandatory changes to gluten labeling and cross-contact verification requirements, emphasizing approaches grounded in science, feasibilit more
Lantheus Opposes ADACAP Petition for Reconsideration on FDA Lutetium Lu-177 Dotatate Decision
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Lantheus Medical Imaging Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) opposing Advanced Accelerator Applications USA, Inc. Petition for Reconsideration regarding the FDA's response to ADACAP's citizen petition on lutetium Lu-177 dotatate. Lantheus challenges ADACAP's attempt to revisit FDA's prior decision, arguing the agency's action was based on sound science and proper legal framework and that ADACAP's petition is a repackaging of reje more
LEAD for Pollinators Opposes EPA Proposal to Reclassify Solid Waste Incinerators
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- LEAD for Pollinators Inc., an environmental organization based in Akron, Ohio, submitted a public comment letter to the Environmental Protection Agency expressing strong opposition to the agency's proposed reclassification of Solid Waste Incinerators under Section 129 of the Clean Air Act. The letter raises concerns that this reclassification would reduce regulatory protections and allow certain facilities involved in "chemical" or "advanced" recycling to burn waste and rel more
Lee & Ko Submits Comment Urging IRS and Treasury to Expand PFE Sourcing Rules Under Section 45X
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Lee & Ko, a South Korean law firm, has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service and the U.S. Department of the Treasury addressing the scope of Prohibited Foreign Entity sourcing determinations under Section 45X of the Internal Revenue Code. The comment responds to Notice 2026-15 issued by the agencies, focusing on clarifying the material assistance rules applicable to multi-tier supply chains, particularly in the manufacturing of battery cells and more
Liberty Counsel Action Urges EPA to Add Mifepristone to Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Liberty Counsel Action, Maitland, Florida, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency urging the agency to add mifepristone and its active metabolites explicitly to the final Contaminant Candidate List 6 for drinking water contaminants. The letter identifies concerns about the environmental and public health impacts of the abortion pill protocol involving mifepristone and misoprostol, contending that these compounds likely contaminate U.S. more
Main Street Foundation Supports BOEM's Revised Financial Assurance Framework for Offshore Energy
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Main Street Foundation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior regarding the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's (BOEM) proposed revisions to the financial assurance requirements for Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) lease and grant obligations.
The Main Street Foundation's Center for Regulatory Analysis and Engagement (CRAE) endorsed the proposal as a meaningful recalibration of the 2024 framework, aiming to better balance taxpayer pr more
Main Street Foundation Urges IRS to Simplify Implementation of Trump Accounts for Broad Participation
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Main Street Foundation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service concerning the proposed rulemaking on Trump Accounts, a regulatory framework implementing section 530A of the Internal Revenue Code. The letter, authored by the Main Street Foundation's Center for Regulatory Analysis and Engagement (CRAE), offers detailed recommendations aimed at ensuring the program achieves its intended long-term economi more
Main Street Foundation Urges USDA to Refine SNAP Interstate Data Matching Proposal
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Main Street Foundation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) regarding the agency's Information Collection Request (ICR) for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The letter critiques the proposed National Accuracy Clearinghouse (NAC), which aims to prevent duplicate SNAP benefits issued across state lines through interstate data matching.
The Main Street Foundation's Center for Regu more
Melwood Urges DOE to Withdraw Rule Rescinding Accessibility Requirements in Federally Assisted Construction
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Melwood, an organization advocating for people with disabilities, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy expressing concerns about a direct final rule that seeks to rescind new construction requirements related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs.
Melwood provides services including employment, job training, and support for more than 3,000 people with disabilities and their caregivers annually. The organization warns that the more
Michelle Wright Consulting Raises Concerns Over Proposed Changes to Gluten Labeling Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Michelle Wright Consulting LLC, a food regulatory and labeling consulting firm, submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration addressing the potential impacts of revising gluten-related labeling regulations. The company expressed concerns about unintended consequences for consumers and the food industry if the agency moves forward with altering gluten declarations, especially in light of recent legal and regulatory complexities.
In the letter, Miche more
National Confectioners Association Urges FDA to Maintain Current Gluten Labeling Practices
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The National Confectioners Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration addressing the agency's Request for Information on "Labeling and Preventing Cross Contact of Gluten for Packaged Foods." Representing the U.S. confectionery industry, which supports nearly 700,000 American jobs, NCA provided detailed feedback on FDA's proposals related to gluten labeling and allergen disclosure.
In its letter, NCA emphasized the importance of t more
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Offshore Operators Committee, representing more than 90% of energy production on the Gulf of America Outer Continental Shelf, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the proposed Paper Manifest Sunset Rule and related modifications to hazardous waste manifest regulations. The OOC urges the EPA to retain paper hazardous waste manifests as a compliance option and to extend the sunset period from 24 months to 48 months to more
Pi Health Urges Rigorous Standards for FDA AI-Enabled Early-Phase Clinical Trials Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Pi Health Inc., an AI-native clinical trial platform company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding a pilot program aimed at AI-enabled optimization of early-phase clinical trials. The company outlined recommendations for the pilot's design, participant selection, and success criteria, emphasizing the need for robust data integrity, scalable technology architectures, and rigorous evaluation more
PTG Urges OCC to Reconsider Seven-Day Redemption Delay in Stablecoin Regulation
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- PTG, a leading trade association of principal trading firms, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the agency's Proposed Rule implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act. The letter expresses strong concerns about proposed Rule 15.12(c), which mandates a seven-day redemption delay for payment stablecoin issuers facing redemption demands exceeding 10 percent of outstand more
Sovos Urges IRS to Modernize Electronic Furnishing of Payee Statements With E-SIGN Act Alignment
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Sovos Compliance, a global provider of tax compliance and regulatory reporting software, has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service addressing Notice 2026-4 on the electronic furnishing of payee statements. The letter critiques the current electronic consent framework as outdated and overly complex, urging the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the IRS to modernize the rules uniformly across all information returns.
Sovos expressed concern that more
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network Opposes DOE Proposal to Rescind Disability Access Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The SPAN Parent Advocacy Network has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing proposed regulatory changes. The letter addresses DOE's plans to rescind existing regulations implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, which currently require new construction and alterations to be fully accessible to people with disabilities, as well as mandate transition plans to remove barriers in existing facilities.
SPAN, a national non-profit th more
Superior Industrial Solutions Submits Comments on EPA Paper Manifest Sunset Rule
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Superior Industrial Solutions Inc., a distributor of industrial solvents and chemicals, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Office of Resource Conservation and Recovery regarding the Paper Manifest Sunset Proposed Rule. The letter addresses the proposed phase-out of paper manifests under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and discusses the company's experience and suggestions concerning the transition to the electronic m more
Texas Chemistry Council Urges EPA for Clarifications and Flexibility in Paper Manifest Sunset Rule
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Texas Chemistry Council has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency addressing the agency's proposed Paper Manifest Sunset Rule, which aims to modify hazardous waste manifest regulations by transitioning from paper to electronic manifests. Representing over 60 chemical manufacturing and research companies in Texas that collectively support more than 500,000 jobs, TCC generally supports the rule but emphasizes the need for clarificat more
Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants Offers Comments on Special Depreciation Allowance Guidance
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Federal Tax Policy Committee of the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury concerning Notice 2026-16, which provides interim guidance on the special depreciation allowance for qualified production property under Section 168(n). The committee expressed appreciation for the guidance issued but requested clarification and enhancement on multiple technical aspects as the Treasury and Internal Re more
United Spinal Urges DOE to Withdraw Proposed Rules Affecting Accessibility Standards
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- United Spinal Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing two proposed direct final rules related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs or activities. The letter expresses strong concerns about the potential negative impact on accessibility standards upheld by federal regulations and the subsequent consequences for Americans with mobility disabilities and other accessibility challenges.
United Spinal Association more
Veolia ES Technical Solutions Urges EPA to Delay Mandatory Full Electronic Hazardous Waste Manifest Rule
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Veolia ES Technical Solutions LLC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency concerning the agency's proposed Paper Manifest Sunset Rule, which aims to modify hazardous waste manifest regulations toward full electronic submission. Veolia, a longtime hazardous waste management company, acknowledged the benefits of electronic manifesting but expressed strong concerns about the EPA's timeline and system readiness for mandatory transition to a more
Vitalant Urges FDA to Clarify Flexibility in Draft Guidance on Responding to Form 483 Observations
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Vitalant, one of the nation's largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the draft guidance titled Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations at the Conclusion of a Drug CGMP Inspection. The letter addresses concerns about the draft guidance issued by the FDA in March 2026 that is intended to promote effective communication between the FDA and regulated establishm more
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Acting Secretary of Navy Cao Testifies Before House Appropriations Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense released the following testimony by Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao from a May 12, 2026, hearing on the fiscal 2027 budget request:
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Chairman, Ranking Member, and distinguished Members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to testify on the posture of the Department of the Navy and to represent the nearly one million Sailors, Marines, and civilians who comprise our great organization. Our services have more
Ahead of Warsh's Final Nomination Vote, Warren Urges Colleagues to Vote No on Trump's Fed Takeover
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on May 13, 2026:
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Ahead of Warsh's Final Nomination Vote, Warren Urges Colleagues to Vote No on Trump's Fed Takeover
Speech comes ahead of the tightest vote for Fed Chair in U.S. history
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Today, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, delive more
Australian P.M. Albanese Promotes Regional Investment and Housing Reform in Rockhampton Interview
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- During a radio interview with 4RO Rockhampton, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese highlighted regional infrastructure progress and the federal budget's focus on supporting younger generations. Albanese stated that the government is delivering a fair crack for first-time homebuyers by restricting negative gearing to new builds, a move intended to reduce competition between investors and those seeking to live in their own homes.
He emphasized that the budget addresses immediate more
British Chambers of Commerce: Q1 Growth Shows Business Resilience
LONDON, England, May 14 -- The British Chambers of Commerce issued the following statement:
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Q1 Growth Shows Business Resilience
Responding to the latest GDP data published by the Office for National Statistics this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said:
"Growth of 0.6% in Q1, shows the initial optimism we heard from our members at the start of the year was well grounded.
"Meanwhile GDP rising by 0.3% in March itself also suggests the more
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Shows Sales Grew in April Despite High Gas Prices and Sustained Inflation
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- The National Retail Federation posted the following news release:
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CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Shows Sales Grew in April Despite High Gas Prices and Sustained Inflation
Retail sales rose for the seventh consecutive month in April even as gas prices rose and inflation remained stubborn, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released today by the National Retail Federation.
"Retail sales continued to grow in April despite higher gas pri more
CODEPINK Milwaukee Disrupts Data Center Panel at American Economic Interest Summit
LOS ANGELES, California, May 14 -- CodePink, a grassroots peace and social justice movement working to end U.S.-funded wars and occupations, to challenge militarism globally, posted the following news release:
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CODEPINK Milwaukee Disrupts Data Center Panel at American Economic Interest Summit
BROOKFIELD, Wis.--CODEPINK Milwaukee activists disrupted the "How Data Centers Shape America's Security and Tech Future" panel at the American Economic Interest Summit, hosted by Wisconsin Manufactu more
Defense Secretary Hegseth on the Hill: Appropriators Weigh FY27 Defense Request
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Tom Cole, R-Oklahoma, chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release on May 13, 2026:
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Hegseth on the Hill: Appropriators Weigh FY27 Defense Request
The Defense Subcommittee, chaired by Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA), hosted Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine, and Acting Undersecretary of Defense Jules Hurst for a hearing on the Department of Defense's FY27 budget request.
App more
Democrats Take Over Senate Floor to Force Votes to Reverse Trump Attacks on American Consumers
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on May 13, 2026:
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Democrats Take Over Senate Floor to Force Votes to Reverse Trump Attacks on American Consumers
Senate Democrats will discharge 20 Joint Resolutions of Disapproval on Trump CFPB actions, putting every Senator on the record
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Today, Senate Democrats, led by Senator Elizabeth Warren, (D-Mass), Ranking M more
Durbin Statement On Confirmation Of Kevin Warsh To Be The Next Federal Reserve Chair
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following statement on May 13, 2026:
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Durbin Statement On Confirmation Of Kevin Warsh To Be The Next Federal Reserve Chair
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, released the following statement after voting against the nomination of Kevin Warsh to serve as the next Chair of the Federal Reserve:
"Americans are s more
Greenpeace Australia Pacific: 'Missing the Moment' - Budget 2026 Misses the Mark on Climate and Nature
SYDNEY, Australia, May 14 -- Greenpeace Australia Pacific issued the following news:
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'Missing the moment': Budget 2026 misses the mark on climate and nature
Greenpeace Australia Pacific has labelled last night's Federal Budget as a monumental fumble on climate and nature, and one that fails to fund the urgently needed transition away from fossil fuels, while falling short on investments in environmental protection.
Despite widespread calls for a 25% tax on gas exports, the Federal Go more
Met Exhibition to Explore 19th-Century Notions of "the East" in Art of the Mediterranean and Atlantic Worlds
NEW YORK, May 14 -- The Metropolitan Museum of Art issued the following news release:
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Met Exhibition to Explore 19th-Century Notions of "the East" in Art of the Mediterranean and Atlantic Worlds
Orientalism: Between Fact and Fantasy will illuminate artistic encounters and exchanges between distant regions and different cultures at a time of accelerated travel, rapid technological change, and shifting geopolitics.
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From June 12, 2026, to February 28, 2027, an exhibition at The Met wil more
Moolenaar: "Trump Administration Comes In From a Position of Strength" Ahead of Meeting With Xi
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release on May 13, 2026:
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Moolenaar: "Trump Administration Comes In From a Position of Strength" Ahead of Meeting With Xi
This week, Chairman John Moolenaar of the Select Committee on China discussed U.S.-China relations at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington D.C. in a conversation wit more
Ranking Member Markey Calls for Immediate Investigation Into Big Oil and Gas Companies for Price Gouging
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee, issued the following news release on May 13, 2026:
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Ranking Member Markey Calls for Immediate Investigation into Big Oil and Gas Companies for Price Gouging
RM Markey demands FTC investigation as gas prices surge more than 50% since Trump launched his war in Iran
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Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) today sent a letter to Federal Trade Commis more
Ranking Member Markey Condemns Trump's Attacks on American Manufacturers at Small Business Committee Hearing
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee, issued the following news release on May 13, 2026:
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Ranking Member Markey Condemns Trump's Attacks on American Manufacturers at Small Business Committee Hearing
RM Markey: 80,000 manufacturing jobs lost due to Trump's reckless economic policies
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Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) today highlighted the important role of manufacturing in Massac more
Ranking Member Maxine Waters: "None of the Bills Today Will Help Americans Struggling Under Trump's Failed Economic Policies. None Will Lower Costs, Nor Protect Consumers or Help Workers."
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Maxine Waters, D-California, ranking member of the House Financial Services Committee, issued the following statement on May 13, 2026:
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Ranking Member Maxine Waters: "None of the Bills Today Will Help Americans Struggling Under Trump's Failed Economic Policies. None Will Lower Costs, Nor Protect Consumers or Help Workers."
Today, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), the top Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee, delivered the following statement dur more
Recreation going backwards as household spending taps the brakes in April
SYDNEY, Australia, May 14 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- The Commonwealth Bank of Australia posted the following news:
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Recreation going backwards as household spending taps the brakes in April
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Australian household spending eased back in April as volatile petrol prices and cautious spending in the recreation category reversed the lift seen in March, the latest CommBank Household Spending Insights (HSI) shows.
But the oil shock resulting from the current Middle East conflict ha more
Select Committee Democrats Outline Priorities Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting in Beijing
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-California, ranking member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release:
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Select Committee Democrats Outline Priorities Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting in Beijing
President Trump is set to meet with General Secretary Xi Jinping in Beijing May 14-15. The Trump Administration has conducted no formal public consultation on a potential U.S.-People's Republic of more
Sen. Klobuchar Addresses Rising Fertilizer Prices at Senate Agriculture Committee Hearing
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minnesota, ranking member of the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee, issued the following statement on May 12, 2026:
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Klobuchar Addresses Rising Fertilizer Prices at Senate Agriculture Committee Hearing
U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, today delivered the following opening statement at the Agriculture Committee hearing titled "Perspectives on the more
Senator Alsobrooks Votes Yes AGAIN on Iran War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- Sen. Angela Alsobrooks, D-Maryland, issued the following statement on May 13, 2026:
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Senator Alsobrooks Votes Yes AGAIN on Iran War Powers Resolution
Senator Alsobrooks (D-Md.) released the following statement after voting for Senator Merkley's Iran War Powers Resolution:
"After spending a week in our home states, I thought maybe Republicans would come back to Washington and vote on behalf of their constituents. I was sure Republicans would have heard in their sta more
After Pappas Calls for U.S. House to Subpoena Prediction Markets, Comer Confirms Investigation in Progress, Subpoenas May Follow
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Chris Pappas, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release:
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After Pappas Calls for U.S. House to Subpoena Prediction Markets, Comer Confirms Investigation in Progress, Subpoenas May Follow
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Earlier this week, Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) called on Congressman James Comer (KY-01), the Chairman of the House Committee on Oversight, to formally open an investigation into corruption and insider trading occurring in online prediction markets by subpoenai more
AS REPUBLICANS PUSH FOR $1 BILLION IN TAXPAYER DOLLARS FOR TRUMP'S GILDED BALLROOM, SCHUMER REVEALS HOW THAT FUNDING COULD INSTEAD BE USED TO LOWER COSTS FOR NEW YORK FAMILIES
WASHINGTON, May 13 (Sen.) -- Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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AS REPUBLICANS PUSH FOR $1 BILLION IN TAXPAYER DOLLARS FOR TRUMP'S GILDED BALLROOM, SCHUMER REVEALS HOW THAT FUNDING COULD INSTEAD BE USED TO LOWER COSTS FOR NEW YORK FAMILIES
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Trump Promised "Not One Penny" Of Federal Money Would Be Used For His Ballroom -Now Republicans Want Taxpayers To Spend $1 Billion On Trump's Vanity Project While NY Families Struggle To Afford more
As Trump's Illegal War with Iran Drives up Costs at Every Turn, Lujan Fights to Tackle Affordability Crisis Hitting New Mexicans and the Agricultural Industry
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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As Trump's Illegal War with Iran Drives up Costs at Every Turn, Lujan Fights to Tackle Affordability Crisis Hitting New Mexicans and the Agricultural Industry
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Lujan Concludes Weeklong Tour Across New Mexico Meeting with Industry Experts and New Mexicans to Address President Trump's Affordability Crisis
Las Cruces, N.M. - As President Trump's illegal war with Iran continues to drive up costs a more
Australian P.M. Albanese Defends Housing and Tax Reforms on ABC AM
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- In a radio interview with ABC AM from Canberra, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese outlined a budget strategy focused on resilience and reform, centered on controversial changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax. Albanese stated that his government changed its position on these taxes to prevent the Australian dream of home ownership from disappearing for the current generation, estimating the move will help 75,000 people enter the market.
He defended the d more
Barrasso Slams Latest Democrat Delay Tactic
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release:
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Barrasso Slams Latest Democrat Delay Tactic
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"Going back to 1973, there have been a total of 17 War Powers votes in Congress. That's when the War Powers became law in 1973. 17 votes in 53 years. 14 of the 17 votes were from Democrats aimed specifically at President Trump."
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today spoke ahead of another vote on a Democrat-led War Powers more
Chairman Aguilar: Republicans are ready to spend, spend, spend, just not on anything that will make life more affordable for you.
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- House Democratic Caucus issued the following news release:
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Chairman Aguilar: Republicans are ready to spend, spend, spend, just not on anything that will make life more affordable for you.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar and Vice Chair Ted Lieu held a press conference calling out Trump and Republicans for spending billions of taxpayer dollars on the costly Iran war, an out-of-control ICE and Trump's ballroom while working Amer more
Chairman Lawler Pushes UK to Designate IRGC as a Terrorist Organization
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-New York, issued the following news release:
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Chairman Lawler Pushes UK to Designate IRGC as a Terrorist Organization
Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Middle East and North Africa Subcommittee, joined Reps. Claudia Tenney (NY-24) and Brad Sherman (CA-32) in sending a bipartisan letter urging the United Kingdom to immediately proscribe Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organ more
Congressional Budget Office: 'Potential Costs of a National Missile Defense System'
WASHINGTON, May 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Budget Office issued the following report entitled "Potential Costs of a National Missile Defense System."
Here are excerpts:
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This report provides the Congressional Budget Office's estimate of the potential costs of a national missile defense (NMD) system. The analysis is based on the objectives laid out in the President's executive order titled "The Iron Dome for America."/1
The Department of Defense's (DoD's) implementation of that or more
Congresswoman Tenney Leads Bipartisan Push Urging UK to Designate IRGC as Terrorist Organization
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-New York, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Tenney Leads Bipartisan Push Urging UK to Designate IRGC as Terrorist Organization
Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) joined Representatives Brad Sherman (CA-32) and Mike Lawler (NY-17) in leading a bipartisan letter urging the United Kingdom to immediately proscribe Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization.
Additional signers of the letter inclu more
Danger Season of Extreme Weather Arrives Amid Widespread Drought, Looming El Nino
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 13 [Category: Environment] -- The Union of Concerned Scientists posted the following news release:
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Danger Season of Extreme Weather Arrives Amid Widespread Drought, Looming El Nino
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This year's Danger Season follows three years of the hottest global temperatures in recorded history and dozens of billion-dollar weather and climate disasters across the United States as climate change boosts the frequency and severity of extreme weather.
The potential for more
DNC: Trump - "I Don't Think About Americans' Financial Situation, I Don't Think About Anybody"
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on May 12, 2026:
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Trump: "I Don't Think About Americans' Financial Situation, I Don't Think About Anybody"
Trump admits he doesn't consider Americans' financial situations "even a little bit"
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Today, when asked to what extent Americans' financial situations are motivating him to make a deal with Iran, Donald Trump admitted: "Not even a little bit. ... I don't think about Americans' financial situ more
Durbin Statement On Confirmation Of Kevin Warsh To Be The Next Federal Reserve Chair
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Durbin Statement On Confirmation Of Kevin Warsh To Be The Next Federal Reserve Chair
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, released the following statement after voting against the nomination of Kevin Warsh to serve as the next Chair of the Federal Reserve:
"Americans are struggling more than ever to aff more
Golden announces support for 'clean' resolution to constrain military action in Iran
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine, issued the following news release:
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Golden announces support for 'clean' resolution to constrain military action in Iran
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WASHINGTON -Congressman Jared Golden (ME-02) today announced he would vote in favor of a 'clean' war powers resolution to remove the United States from hostilities against Iran.
One such resolution, H.Con.Res.86, sponsored by Congressman Gregory Meeks (NY-05), will become eligible for a floor vote as early as next more
Governor Lamont Releases $22.5 Million in State Aid To Provide Relief to Connecticut's Dairy Farmers
HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 13 -- Gov. Ned Lamont, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Governor Lamont Releases $22.5 Million in State Aid To Provide Relief to Connecticut's Dairy Farmers
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(HARTFORD, CT) - Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is planning to release $22.5 million from Connecticut's recently created Federal Cuts Response Fund to provide immediate relief to the state's dairy farmers.
Recent decisions made by the federal government are putting many o more
Governor Spanberger Signs Bipartisan Bills to Address High Energy Costs, Increase Energy Generation in Virginia
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 13 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Governor Spanberger Signs Bipartisan Bills to Address High Energy Costs, Increase Energy Generation in Virginia
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CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA -Governor Abigail Spanberger yesterday signed a package of bipartisan legislation focused on addressing high energy costs for families, increasing energy generation in Virginia, and putting the Commonwealth on the path to greater energy independence.
I more
Heinrich Joins 535 News to Discuss the Trump Administration's War on the West, Including Attacks on Public Lands, Wildland Fire Response, and Cost of Living
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich Joins 535 News to Discuss the Trump Administration's War on the West, Including Attacks on Public Lands, Wildland Fire Response, and Cost of Living
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WASHINGTON -U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, appeared on 535 News with Igor Bobic where he spoke about President Trump's war on the west -includi more
Heinrich, Lujan Demand Answers about U.S. and Israeli Military's Adherence to International Law in the Middle East
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich, Lujan Demand Answers about U.S. and Israeli Military's Adherence to International Law in the Middle East
A dozen Senate Dems ask U.S. Central Command whether American forces have provided support to Israel's forced displacement of 1,000,000 civilians in Lebanon
New Mexico - U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) joined U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and nin more
ICYMI: Rep. Cline Introduced Legislation to Counter CCP Infiltration of Federal Agencies
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Benjamin Cline, R-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Rep. Cline Introduced Legislation to Counter CCP Infiltration of Federal Agencies
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - In case you missed it, today, Congressman Cline (R-VA) introduced the Servicemember Payment Data Privacy and Security Act to ensure federal facilities are not using any Chinese hardware in point-of-sale technology, limiting the exposure and infiltration by foreign adversaries like the Chin more
Krishnamoorthi Presses Trump to Support Ban on Federal Officials Trading on Prediction Markets Ahead of China Summit
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Krishnamoorthi Presses Trump to Support Ban on Federal Officials Trading on Prediction Markets Ahead of China Summit
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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi sent a letter to President Donald Trump on Tuesday urging him to publicly support prohibiting federal officials from participating in prediction markets or providing information to associates for use in prediction markets ahead of this week's s more
Lujan: Republicans Push $1,000,000,000 for Trump's Ballroom While Families Struggle with Rising Costs
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan: Republicans Push $1,000,000,000 for Trump's Ballroom While Families Struggle with Rising Costs
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Joint Economic Committee found that small businesses lost 4.5 times more jobs in 2025 than 2020 amid Trump's tariffs
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) issued the following statement on Congressional Republicans proposing $1 billion for President Trump's ballroom, while do more
Merkley Blasts Senate Republicans for Failing to End Trump's Illegal Iran War
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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Merkley Blasts Senate Republicans for Failing to End Trump's Illegal Iran War
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Washington, D.C. - Oregon's U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley-a senior member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee-released the following statement after Senate Republicans voted to block his War Powers Resolution to end President Trump's illegal war against Iran:
"Rather than hold President Trump accountable for his reckle more
Mike Turner Doubles Down on Support for Iran War as Southwest Ohioans Face Skyrocketing Gas Prices
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Mike Turner Doubles Down on Support for Iran War as Southwest Ohioans Face Skyrocketing Gas Prices
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Mike Turner is relishing in raising costs on hardworking Southwest Ohioans.
At a Politico discussion yesterday, Turner " defended President Trump's handling of the ongoing conflict with Iran " - the same conflict that has caused Ohio gas prices to surge more than 35%, with Ohioans more
Padilla, Markey Call on Trump Administration to End Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Padilla, Markey Call on Trump Administration to End Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), a member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, joined Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) to condemn the Trump Administration's proposed rollbacks of Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, which save drivers money by imp more
PRICED OUT: New Yorkers Are Getting Crushed Under Mike Lawler's Economy
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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PRICED OUT: New Yorkers Are Getting Crushed Under Mike Lawler's Economy
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New Yorkers received another devastating blow yesterday as the latest inflation report showed that costs are going up on everything with no end in sight -thanks to Mike Lawler's pro-tariff, pro-war agenda.
Make no mistake: Lawler owns this economy. After repeatedly voting to rubber-stamp chaotic tariffs, all more
Protect Borrowers: American Families Hit Record Levels of Financial Distress as Millions Fall Behind on Credit Cards, Auto Loans, and Student Loans
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Protect Borrowers (formerly Student Borrower Protection Center) issued the following news release on May 12, 2026:
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American Families Hit Record Levels of Financial Distress as Millions Fall Behind on Credit Cards, Auto Loans, and Student Loans
New Data From FRBNY Shows Household Consumer Debts at All-Time Highs
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Today, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York (FRBNY) published new data showing that the share of Americans behind on a range of household consumer debts more
Raskin Statement on H.R. 1346
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
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Raskin Statement on H.R. 1346
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Representative Jamie Raskin (MD-08) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 1346, legislation that allows for the year-round sale of gasoline mixed with up to 15 percent ethanol (E15):
"In a desperate attempt to put a Band-Aid on the Trump Administration's ongoing public relations debacles, the Republican-led House passed a bil more
Rep. Steube Introduces the ICE FROST Act
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. W. Greg Steube, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Steube Introduces the ICE FROST Act
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WASHINGTON - Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) today introduced the Increased Compensation for Enforcement and Federal Retention for Officers in Strategic Theaters or (ICE FROST) Act to increase pay for federal law enforcement officers performing immigration enforcement operations in high-risk areas across the country.
"Federal law enforcement officers more
Rep. Valerie Foushee Introduces War Powers Resolution To End Trump's Illegal, Immoral War With Iran
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Valerie Foushee, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Valerie Foushee Introduces War Powers Resolution To End Trump's Illegal, Immoral War With Iran
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WASHINGTON, DC (May 13, 2026) -Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04), a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, introduced a War Powers Resolution to end Trump's illegal war with Iran.
"Trump is plunging our country into another forever war that has already claimed the live more
Senior Leaders Update Congress on Special Ops Community
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Senior Leaders Update Congress on Special Ops Community
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Four of the most senior leaders from the U.S. military's special operations forces community appeared before the Senate Armed Services Committee in Washington yesterday to provide an update on the SOF components within their respective branches of service.
Appearing were U.S. Naval Special Warfare Command Commander Rear Adm. Walter H. Allman III, U.S. A more
Trump's China Test: Free Prisoners, Defend Taiwan
GENEVA, Switzerland, May 13 [Category: Law/Legal] -- Fortify Rights, a team of human rights defenders, issued the following news release:
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Trump's China Test: Free Prisoners, Defend Taiwan
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By Benedict Rogers in UCA News
As US President Donald Trump arrives in Beijing today, there will be much on his mind as he prepares for his summit with China's leader Xi Jinping tomorrow. The big issues around Iran, the global economy, tariffs and technology will be on the agenda.
Two issues whi more
U.S. Aircraft Combat Losses in Operation Epic Fury Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12692) by Air Force fellow Joshua Korzilius and defense policy analysts Jennifer DiMascio and Daniel M. Gettinger:
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U.S. Aircraft Combat Losses in Operation Epic Fury: Considerations for Congress
Overview
On February 28, 2026, the United States, in coordination with Israel, initiated military operations against Iran under the designation Operation Epic Fury (OEF). The confl more
Vindman Leads on Policy Lowering Gas Prices, Supports Diesel and Gas Taxes Pause
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Vindman Leads on Policy Lowering Gas Prices, Supports Diesel and Gas Taxes Pause
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Woodbridge, Va. -Today U.S. Representative Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) announced support for a package of legislative policies that would lower gas prices for working families across Virginia. Vindman introduced the Diesel Prices Relief Act ( H.R. 8772 ) and cosponsored the Gas Prices Relief Act ( H.R. 7919 ) and the Ga more
VOTE ALERT: Jon Husted Votes to Support War in Iran for the Seventh Time
COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 13 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news:
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VOTE ALERT: Jon Husted Votes to Support War in Iran for the Seventh Time
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When asked about skyrocketing gas prices for Ohioans, Husted " declined to comment "
COLUMBUS, OHIO -This week, Jon Husted voted for the seventh time to support the Administration's war in Iran, continuing to back the expensive foreign intervention in the Middle East that has sent costs skyrocketing for Ohioans.
Because of the Hus more
WALL STREET WHATLEY NC VOICES: "Whatley Gets Richer At The Expense Of Hardworking North Carolinians"
RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 13 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party posted the following news:
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WALL STREET WHATLEY NC VOICES: "Whatley Gets Richer At The Expense Of Hardworking North Carolinians"
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NC Voices : "Whatley's financial disclosures are drawing renewed attention to how political decisions can benefit industries and investors while working families pay more."
As North Carolina families face skyrocketing costs "for prescriptions, gas, and everyday essentials," DC insider M more
WATCH: Davids Urges Colleagues to Join Bipartisan Movement to Lower Gas Prices, Support Farmers
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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WATCH: Davids Urges Colleagues to Join Bipartisan Movement to Lower Gas Prices, Support Farmers
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Effort comes as Iran war drives up fuel costs, reaching highest levels this week
Today, on the House floor, Representative Sharice Davids urged her colleagues to support year-round sales of E15 to help lower gas prices and strengthen American agriculture. E15 is a lower-cost fuel made from domestical more
WATCH: Hickenlooper Demands Trump Stop the Bombs, Lower Americans' Bills
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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WATCH: Hickenlooper Demands Trump Stop the Bombs, Lower Americans' Bills
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Hickenlooper: "We have money for ballrooms and bombs -and tax breaks for billionaires - but nothing for hardworking Americans.
Hickenlooper has voted seven times to end the war in Iran
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper took to the Senate floor to demand President Trump end the war in Iran and to shar more
Welch: "We are in a crisis in American agriculture."
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
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Welch: "We are in a crisis in American agriculture."
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -At a Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee hearing this week, U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), a member of the Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, Poultry, and Food Safety, emphasized how growing market consolidation in the agricultural industry has blocked small farmers from profits and raised c more
Whip Clark on CNN: GOP Agenda Is a "Fundamental Betrayal" of Americans
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Katherine Clark, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Whip Clark on CNN: GOP Agenda Is a "Fundamental Betrayal" of Americans
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) joined CNN's The Situation Room, where she slammed Republican efforts to rig our elections and Donald Trump's admission that he doesn't care about Americans' financial situation. Below are excerpts from the conversation:
On Democrats' Fight for Free and F more
Wholesale Horror: Producer Price Index Spells Disaster for Economic Outlook as Trump's War in Iran Drags On
WASHINGTON, May 13 [Category: ThinkTank] -- Groundwork Collaborative, a think tank and progressive advocacy group, posted the following news release:
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Wholesale Horror: Producer Price Index Spells Disaster for Economic Outlook as Trump's War in Iran Drags On
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Trump's war in Iran is now bleeding through the wholesale pipeline. April's Producer Price Index (PPI) report shows wholesale prices rose 6% over the past year, the largest annual increase since December 2022, with core wholesale more
As Gas Prices Rise, Durbin Presses Defense Secretary Hegseth, Chair Of The Joint Chiefs Of Staff General Caine About The Rationale For The Iran War
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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As Gas Prices Rise, Durbin Presses Defense Secretary Hegseth, Chair Of The Joint Chiefs Of Staff General Caine About The Rationale For The Iran War
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In today's Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Durbin also urged the DoD to obligate bipartisan appropriated FY26 funds for Ukraine and the Baltics
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), a member of t more
Congressman Brad Sherman Introduces Legislation to Prevent Oil Companies from Exploiting the Iran War and Put Money Back in Americans' Pockets
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Brad Sherman, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Brad Sherman Introduces Legislation to Prevent Oil Companies from Exploiting the Iran War and Put Money Back in Americans' Pockets
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) introduced the Iran War Oil Crisis Windfall Profits Tax Act, which will impose a windfall profits tax on U.S. oil companies until (1) the President declares that all hostilities with Iran have cease more
Murphy to Hegseth On Iran War: History Is Not On Your Side, Time Is Not On Our Side
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Murphy to Hegseth On Iran War: History Is Not On Your Side, Time Is Not On Our Side
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) on Tuesday questioned U.S. Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine, during a hearing of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense. With the Strait of Hormuz still closed, and price inc more
Reed Calls for Better Scrutiny of Private Credit & Warns Trump is Weakening Retirement Security for America's Workers
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Reed Calls for Better Scrutiny of Private Credit & Warns Trump is Weakening Retirement Security for America's Workers
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WASHINGTON, DC - As warning signs flash about increased risk in the murky private markets, the Trump Administration is throwing billionaire private fund managers a lifeline at the expense of average working Americans and their retirement security.
Unlike stocks and bonds, privat more
Schatz Presses Hegseth On Administration's Iran War Planning Amid Scramble To Relocate Weapons Systems, Evacuate Personnel After War Started
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release:
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Schatz Presses Hegseth On Administration's Iran War Planning Amid Scramble To Relocate Weapons Systems, Evacuate Personnel After War Started
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WASHINGTON - During a Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing, U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai'i) pressed U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on the Trump administration's preparedness for the Iran war given the scramble to move weapons systems from th more
Shaheen Presses Hegseth, Senior Pentagon Officials on Ukraine Funding and Relaxing Sanctions on Russia Amid War in Iran
WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release:
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Shaheen Presses Hegseth, Senior Pentagon Officials on Ukraine Funding and Relaxing Sanctions on Russia Amid War in Iran
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**Shaheen questioned why the U.S. is not ramping up pressure on Russia as they aid Iran and financially benefit from the conflict**
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee and a top member of th more
