Secretary of State Rubio Addresses Global Flashpoints in Manila, Covering Ukraine Peace Efforts, Iran Strategy, Philippine Ties
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following transcript of a news conference by Secretary Marco Rubio at the Philippine International Convention Center highlighting U.S. willingness to broker a peace deal in Ukraine while fielding questions on escalating strikes against Iran and reaffirming defense ties with regional allies in the Indo-Pacific:
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio Remarks to the Press
SECRETARY RUBIO: All right, what's up?
QUESTION: Have you made an more
White House: President Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge Secures American AI Dominance, Protects Consumers
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The White House issued the following news on July 23, 2026:
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President Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge Secures American AI Dominance, Protects Consumers
Today, President Donald J. Trump heralded a historic expansion of the Ratepayer Protection Pledge, bringing more than 200 additional utilities, data center developers, cooperatives, and states into this growing national commitment. The goal is clear: ensure the growth of data centers powering America's AI domin more
Budd Chairs Subcommittee Hearing to Examine U.S. Competition With China in Race for Global Leadership in Science and Technology
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Budd Chairs Subcommittee Hearing to Examine U.S. Competition with China in Race for Global Leadership in Science and Technology
U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.) chaired a hearing in the Senate Subcommittee on Science, Manufacturing, and Competitiveness yesterday entitled Measuring What Matters: Science, Standards, and Str more
NAVER, NVIDIA and Brookfield to Expand Korea's National AI Factory Infrastructure Buildout
SANTA CLARA, California, July 24 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NVIDIA, a designer of graphics processing units for the gaming, cryptocurrency and professional markets, issued the following news release:
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NAVER, NVIDIA and Brookfield to Expand Korea's National AI Factory Infrastructure Buildout
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News Summary:
* NAVER, NVIDIA and Brookfield plan to invest in gigawatt-scale, multi-tenant AI cloud infrastructure to power the next generation of AI companies in Korea and the U.S. more
Q&A: What influences teens' career expectations?
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, July 24 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Q&A: What influences teens' career expectations?
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Adolescents in both the United States and the United Kingdom have become increasingly ambitious about their future careers over the past two decades, according to a new study by researchers at Penn State. They also found that family socioeconomic background plays a different role depending on the types of occupations more
Rice students help NASA imagine future of lunar exploration through SUITS challenge
HOUSTON, Texas, July 24 -- Rice University posted the following news release:
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Rice students help NASA imagine future of lunar exploration through SUITS challenge
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When future astronauts return to the moon through NASA's Artemis program, they will need intuitive, reliable interfaces that help them navigate unfamiliar terrain, monitor mission-critical data and make quick decisions in high-pressure environments.
A team of Rice University students spent the past year helping design that more
Senate Banking, Housing & Urban Affairs Chairman Scott: President Trump's Nominees Will Protect Taxpayers, Counter China, and Protect Consumer Choice
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Tim Scott, R-South Carolina, chairman of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Chairman Scott: President Trump's Nominees Will Protect Taxpayers, Counter China, and Protect Consumer Choice
Today, Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott (R-S.C.) held a hearing on the nominations of Abby Warren to serve as Assistant Secretary for Export Administration at the Department of Commerce, Irvin more
UCLA Alumni Association board welcomes new officers and members for 2026-27
LOS ANGELES, California, July 24 -- The University of California posted the following news release:
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UCLA Alumni Association board welcomes new officers and members for 2026-27
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The UCLA Alumni Association board of directors has elected three new members and four officers whose terms began July 1. The volunteer-led board is made up of alumni who partner with alumni affairs staff to advance the association's mission of enriching the lives of alumni worldwide and engaging them in UCLA's more
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Announces Dr. Derrick Cohens as Chair of the Department of English, Humanities, and Foreign Languages
PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, July 24 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news:
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University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Announces Dr. Derrick Cohens as Chair of the Department of English, Humanities, and Foreign Languages
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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Derrick Cohens as the Chair of the Department of English, Humanities, and Foreign Languages in the School of Arts and Sciences.
His appointment became e more
UNM researchers selected for U.S. DOE's Genesis Mission
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, July 24 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news:
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UNM researchers selected for U.S. DOE's Genesis Mission
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Researchers at The University of New Mexico and Los Alamos National Lab are developing a new artificial intelligence framework that could transform how scientists search for some of the rarest events in the universe by recovering faint signals that conventional methods often discard.
The project, Learning Beyond Threshold: AI-Driven Sig more
Warren Delivers Remarks At Hearing Of Trump CFPB Nominee Brian Johnson
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Warren Delivers Remarks At Hearing Of Trump CFPB Nominee Brian Johnson
Today, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, delivered opening remarks at a nomination hearing for President Trump's nominee for Director of the Consum more
OSTP Director Releases Landmark Report and Recommendations for Renewing American Scientific Discovery
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSrpt) -- The White House issued the following news:
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OSTP Director Releases Landmark Report and Recommendations for Renewing American Scientific Discovery
Today, Assistant to the President and Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) Michael Kratsios published a new report to President Trump that charts a bold course to revitalize American research and development (R&D). The report, entitled Science: A New Golden Age, marks the fir more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Appearances by Sitting U.S. Supreme Court Justices at Congressional Committee & Subcommittee Hearings - 1/1/1960 to 7/15/2026 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12155) by American national government analyst Barry J. McMillion and senior research librarian Jennifer E. Manning.
Here are excerpts:
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Appearances by Sitting U.S. Supreme Court Justices at Congressional Committee and Subcommittee Hearings (1/1/1960 to 7/15/2026)
This Insight provides historical information and analysis related to appearances by sitting U.S. Supreme Court more
Artificial Intelligence & Biosecurity Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13269) by Science and Technology Policy analyst Todd Kuiken:
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Artificial Intelligence and Biosecurity Issues
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a term generally used to refer to computerized systems that work and react in ways commonly thought to require human intelligence. AI technologies, methodologies, and applications may benefit biological science research and developmen more
Certification of Advanced Air Mobility Aircraft Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48984) on July 14, 2026, entitled "The Certification of Advanced Air Mobility Aircraft: In Brief" by aviation policy specialist Bart Elias.
Here are excerpts:
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Contents
The Advanced Air Mobility Concept ... 1
Federal Actions to Support Advanced Air Mobility Operations ... 2
New Aircraft Designs ... 3
Powered-Lift Aircraft ... 4
AAM Compared with Conventional Airplanes and Helicopter more
Commission Without Commissioners - The U.S. Election Assistance Commission Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12713) by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton.
Here are excerpts:
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Commission Without Commissioners: The U.S. Election Assistance Commission
Commissioner Donald Palmer resigned from the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) on April 30, 2026. On July 9, the remaining three members of the four-person commission were effectively removed from their posit more
Coordinated Party Expenditures - Policy Background Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13270) by American national government specialist R. Sam Garrett.
Here are excerpts:
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Coordinated Party Expenditures: Policy Background
On June 30, 2026, in National Republican Senatorial Committee v. Federal Election Commission (NRSC v. FEC), the U.S. Supreme Court invalidated federal statutory limits on a type of political party spending known as coordinated party expen more
DOD Contractors & Efforts to Mitigate Foreign Influence Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48110) on July 14, 2026, entitled "Department of Defense Contractors and Efforts to Mitigate Foreign Influence" by defense policy analyst Alexandra G. Neenan:
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SUMMARY
Some U.S. firms, including some Department of Defense (DOD) contractors, receive foreign investment or have other ties to foreign entities, including foreign firms and foreign governments. DOD is "using a secondary Departm more
Forward-Funded Federal Education Programs Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49030) on July 13, 2026, entitled "Forward-Funded Federal Education Programs - Frequently Asked Questions" by education policy specialist Rebecca R. Skinner and legislative attorney Sean Stiff.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
In the annual appropriations process, Congress elects to make appropriations for certain federal education programs, in part, on a forward-funded basis. Programs funde more
Immigration Legislation & Issues in the 119th Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49032) on July 14, 2026, entitled "Immigration Legislation and Issues in the 119th Congress."
The report is written by immigration policy specialists Jill H. Wilson, Holly Straut-Eppsteiner, Andorra Bruno, William A. Kandel, Abigail F. Kolker and Audrey Singer.
Here are excerpts:
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This report discusses immigration-related bills that have received congressional action in the 119th Congr more
Immigration Legislation & Issues in the 119th Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49032) on July 14, 2026, entitled "Immigration Legislation and Issues in the 119th Congress:"
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Nonimmigrants
Nonimmigrants are foreign nationals who are lawfully admitted to the United States for a temporary period and specific purpose (e.g., tourism, study, work). Nonimmigrant visa categories are identified by letters and numbers based on the INA sections t more
National Nuclear Security Administration FY2027 Budget & Policy Issues Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48946) on July 14, 2026, entitled "National Nuclear Security Administration FY2027 Budget and Policy Issues - In Brief" by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink and nonproliferation specialist Mary Beth D. Nikitin.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) is a semiautonomous agency within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). NNSA is responsible for m more
Regulating PFAS Under the Clean Water Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12148) by environmental policy specialist Laura Gatz:
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Regulating PFAS Under the Clean Water Act
In recent decades, improvements in analytical methods and monitoring technologies, along with health research, have increased national attention to the presence of emerging contaminants in surface water. Detections of one particular group of contaminants, per- and polyfluoroalk more
Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities Funded by the CHIPS Act Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49031) on July 14, 2026, entitled "Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities Funded by the CHIPS Act: Project Status and Considerations for Congress" by Yong W. Kwon, industrial organization and business policy analyst:
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SUMMARY
Integrated circuits on silicon semiconductors - commonly called semiconductor microchips or "chips" - are components in electronic devices that perform functions such more
Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities Funded by the CHIPS Act Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49031) on July 14, 2026, entitled "Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities Funded by the CHIPS Act - Project Status and Considerations for Congress:"
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Considerations for Congress
Congress may look to evaluate implementation progress to date and weigh policy options regarding existing or potential future incentives programs and policies. FY2026 is the last year more
Central Bank Digital Currencies Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11471) by macroeconomic policy specialist Marc Labonte and international trade and finance specialist Rebecca M. Nelson:
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Central Bank Digital Currencies
Policymakers have debated whether the Federal Reserve (Fed) should create a central bank digital currency (CBDC) - a "digital dollar." A CBDC would share some of the technical features of cryptocurrencies (crypto) - that more
DNA Methylation - Applications to Living Marine Resource Management Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12962) by natural resources policy analyst Anthony R. Marshak and science and technology policy analyst Todd Kuiken.
Here are excerpts:
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DNA Methylation: Applications to Living Marine Resource Management
Introduction
Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is a molecule that contains the genetic information of an organism (Figure 1). It consists of two linked strands of alternating more
Homelessness Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12985) by housing policy specialist Libby Perl.
Here are excerpts:
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Homelessness
On a single night in 2025, there were 745,652 total people experiencing homelessness, 479,332 of whom were sheltered and 266,320 of whom were unsheltered. Homelessness decreased compared to 2024 by a small percentage, both overall and for some populations. The federal government requires home more
HUD's FY2026 Continuum of Care Program Competition Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12709) by housing policy specialist Libby Perl:
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HUD's FY2026 Continuum of Care Program Competition
The Continuum of Care (CoC) program, administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), funds housing and services to assist people experiencing homelessness. CoC funds are awarded through a competitive process announced in annual Notices of Funding O more
Internal Revenue Service Standard Mileage Rates Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12320) by public finance analysts Anthony A. Cilluffo and Brendan McDermott.
Here are excerpts:
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Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Standard Mileage Rates
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provides standard mileage rates as optional methods for taxpayers to substantiate their transportation expenses. This Insight reviews how the standard mileage rates are set, who uses them, more
Overview of Federal Regulations & the Rulemaking Process Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10003) by Maeve P. Carey, government organization and management specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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An Overview of Federal Regulations and the Rulemaking Process
Overview of Rulemaking
What Is Federal Rulemaking? Congress often grants rulemaking authority to federal agencies to implement statutory programs. The regulations issued pursuant to this authority can carry the for more
Peace Corps Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12873) by foreign assistance analyst Nick M. Brown.
Here are excerpts:
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The Peace Corps
The Peace Corps is an independent agency that sends American volunteers to serve at the grassroots level in developing countries in order to advance three goals:
* promote world peace and friendship by improving the lives of the communities where volunteers serve,
* help others under more
Sports Betting & Consumer Finance Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12761) by financial economics analyst Karl E. Schneider.
Here are excerpts:
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Sports Betting and Consumer Finance
Sports betting involves risking money on the outcomes of athletic events. Before 2018, sports gambling was illegal in most states. In 2018, the Supreme Court held in Murphy v. National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) that the Professional and Amateur Spo more
Emergency Assistance for Agricultural Land Rehabilitation Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R42854) entitled "Emergency Assistance for Agricultural Land Rehabilitation" by Megan Stubbs, agricultural conservation and natural resources policy specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) administers several permanently authorized programs to help producers recover from natural disasters. Most of these programs offer financial assistance to prod more
Federal Home Loan Bank System & Selected Policy Issues Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 3)
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46499) entitled "The Federal Home Loan Bank System and Selected Policy Issues" by financial economics specialist Darryl E. Getter.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Federal Home Loan Bank Act of 1932 (FHLB Act; P.L. 72-304, 47 Stat. 128) created the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) system, which was established to address frequent liquidity shortfalls, or cash flow disruptions, experienced b more
Federal Home Loan Bank System & Selected Policy Issues Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46499) entitled "The Federal Home Loan Bank System and Selected Policy Issues:"
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Current Financial Structure and Public Mission
The FHLBs are financial intermediaries that, similar to depositories, match savers with borrowers. Under a traditional intermediation business model, a firm borrows funds from savers (e.g., depositors) and uses those funds to origi more
Federal Home Loan Bank System & Selected Policy Issues Topic of CRS Report (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46499) entitled "The Federal Home Loan Bank System and Selected Policy Issues:"
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Policy Issues
As the FHLB system has evolved, its overall effectiveness in fulfilling its mission goals has been an ongoing policy concern. Specifically, Congress expanded FHLB membership eligibility to include commercial banks and removed the minimum mortgage asset requirement more
Financial Data Privacy in the 119th Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12707) by financial economics specialist Andrew P. Scott.
Here are excerpts:
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Financial Data Privacy in the 119th Congress
No single law provides a framework for regulating data privacy and protection in the United States. Instead, several laws cover different industries, and numerous laws cover aspects of cybersecurity for the financial system. For the financial industry, more
FY2027 NDAA: Military Basic Pay Raise Proposal Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12706) by military personnel specialist Kristy N. Kamarck.
Here are excerpts:
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FY2027 NDAA: Military Basic Pay Raise Proposal
President's Budget Request for Basic Pay Raise
The President's budget request for fiscal year (FY) 2027 for the Department of Defense (DOD, see "Note") proposes "$5.8 billion for a 7-6-5 percent targeted military pay raise effective on January 1, 2 more
Japan's Evolving Defense Policy & the U.S.Japan Alliance Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12708) by foreign affairs analyst Daniel J. Longo:
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Japan's Evolving Defense Policy and the U.S.Japan Alliance
Introduction
In 2026, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has been implementing major changes to Japan's security policies, with important implications for the U.S.-Japan alliance and the Indo-Pacific region. Forged after Japan's defeat in World War II, the all more
Kids Online Safety Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12730) by Clare Y. Cho, industrial organization and business policy specialist:
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Kids Online Safety Act
Beginning in the 117th Congress, some Members of Congress introduced different versions of a Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) - a bill seeking to address harms to minors online by creating requirements for certain online platforms, among other provisions. In the 119th Congr more
Title V State Maternal & Child Health Block Grants Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12685) by health policy analyst Alexandria K. Mickler.
Here are excerpts:
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Title V State Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Block Grants
Overview
Title V of the Social Security Act (SSA; P.L. 74-121, as amended; 42 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.701-709) permanently authorizes the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Services Block Grant, which aims to improve the health of pregnant women, moth more
U.S. V. Benson - Sixth Circuit Denies Federal Demand for State Voter Registration List Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11456) by legislative attorney Jimmy Balser:
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U.S. v. Benson: Sixth Circuit Denies Federal Demand for State Voter Registration List
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has requested election records - including statewide voter registration lists (SVRL) with detailed voter data - from the majority of states and, in some cases, has sued to enforce compliance with its more
Elementary & Secondary Education Act, as Amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45977) on July 9, 2026, entitled "The Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as Amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act: A Primer" by education policy specialist Rebecca R. Skinner.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The primary source of federal aid for elementary and secondary education is the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) - particularly its Title I-A program, which author more
Elementary & Secondary Education Act, as Amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45977) on July 9, 2026, entitled "The Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as Amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act - A Primer:"
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Title II: Preparing, Training, and Recruiting High-Quality Teachers, Principals, and Other School Leaders
Title II includes programs centered on teachers, school leaders (e.g., principals), literacy, and American history a more
Farm Bills - Major Legislative Actions, 1965-2026 Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45210) on July 10, 2026, entitled "Farm Bills: Major Legislative Actions, 1965-2026" by agricultural policy specialist Jim Monke.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The farm bill provides an opportunity for Congress to address agricultural and food issues comprehensively about every five years. Over time, farm bills have tended to become more complicated and politically sensitive. As a result, more
Iran & Nuclear Weapons Production Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12106) by nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr:
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Iran and Nuclear Weapons Production
Since the early 2000s, Tehran's construction of gas centrifuge uranium enrichment facilities has generated widespread concern in Congress that Tehran is pursuing nuclear weapons. According to past U.S. intelligence assessments, Tehran had the capacity to produce nuclear weapons at some more
SBA's Small Business Development Centers Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12402) by economic development policy analyst Adam G. Levin.
Here are excerpts:
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The SBA's Small Business Development Centers Program
Overview
The Small Business Administration's (SBA's) Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) provide free counseling, training, and resources to small business owners and entrepreneurs. SBDCs operate in partnership with state government more
Small Business Research Programs Reauthorized After Six-Month Lapse Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12705) by science and technology policy analyst Marcy E. Gallo.
Here are excerpts:
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Small Business Research Programs Reauthorized After Six-Month Lapse
On April 13, 2026, President Trump signed the Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act (P.L. 119-83) into law. P.L. 119-83 reauthorized the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, the Small Business Te more
Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Public Transportation Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48644) on July 9, 2026, entitled "Surface Transportation Reauthorization: Public Transportation" by transportation policy specialist William J. Mallett.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Federal funding assistance to public transportation agencies is provided primarily through the public transportation program administered by the Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration ( more
Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Public Transportation Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48644) on July 9, 2026, entitled "Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Public Transportation:"
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Low and No Emission Vehicle Program
Although public transportation buses account for a relatively small share of air pollutants and greenhouse gases from transportation, federal policy has focused to some extent on reducing emissions by providing grant funding more
U.S. Trade & Development Agency - Background & Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10673) by international trade and finance specialist Shayerah I. Akhtar.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Trade and Development Agency: Background and Issues
The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) funds early-stage activities to support development projects in developing and middle-income countries, with a focus on sectors with "significant" U.S. export potential. USTDA de more
Veterans Law - Unaccredited Representatives Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11455) by legislative attorney Daniel T. Shedd:
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Veterans Law: Unaccredited Representatives
Federal law prohibits an individual from charging any fee for assisting in the filing of an initial claim for VA benefits with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). In recent years, some Members of Congress, veteran service organizations (VSOs), and veterans have expressed more
Federal Weather Radar - In Brief Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49027) on July 10, 2026, entitled "Federal Weather Radar: In Brief" by natural resource policy specialist Eva Lipiec.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Extreme weather events, such as high winds, tornadoes, and heavy rainfall, impact communities across the United States each year. These extreme events can result in property damage, injuries, and lives lost. Multiple federal agencies have an i more
Fixing Emergency Management for Americans Act of 2025 - Context, Overview, Summary of Provisions Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49028) on July 10, 2026, entitled "Fixing Emergency Management for Americans Act of 2025 - Context, Overview, Summary of Provisions" by Erica A. Lee emergency management and disaster recovery specialist
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SUMMARY
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), which leads federal emergency management and disaster relief efforts, has recently been subject to numerous ca more
Fixing Emergency Management for Americans Act of 2025 - Context, Overview, Summary of Provisions Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49028) on July 10, 2026, entitled "Fixing Emergency Management for Americans Act of 2025 - Context, Overview, Summary of Provisions:"
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Fixing Emergency Management for Americans Act of 2025: Section Analyses
The tables below provide brief summaries of each section of the committee's FEMA Act of 2025 (based on the amended version of the Amendment in the Natur more
NOAA's Geostationary Extended Observations Satellite Program & Issues for Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49026) on July 10, 2026, entitled "NOAA's Geostationary Extended Observations Satellite Program and Issues for Congress" by natural resource policy specialists Caitlin Keating-Bitonti and Eva Lipiec.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) typically deploys a new generation of geostationary satellites every two decades. Geostationary satell more
NOAA's Geostationary Extended Observations Satellite Program & Issues for Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49026) on July 10, 2026, entitled "NOAA's Geostationary Extended Observations Satellite Program and Issues for Congress:"
(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
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Issues for Congress
The Trump Administration aims to reduce federal spending by modifying GeoXO./78 Modifications to the GeoXO program, including the number of satellites and planned instruments, may impact NOAA's continuous observation more
Tribal Energy Resource Agreements - Overview & Selected Issues for Congress Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49025) on July 9, 2026, entitled "Tribal Energy Resource Agreements: Overview and Selected Issues for Congress" by natural resources policy specialist Mariel J. Murray.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Pursuant to the federal trust responsibility and various federal statutes, the Department of the Interior (DOI) and federally recognized Tribes (hereinafter Tribes) manage energy production on more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
4 Infrastructure Associations Urge HUD to Recognize Statutory Exclusions for Cement Asphalt, Concrete Products
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Scott Turner
Secretary
Department of Housing and Urban Development
451 Seventh Street SW
Washington, D.C. 20410
Docket No. FR-6616-N-N-01
Dear Secretary Turner:
The American Cement Association, National Asphalt Pavement Association, National Ready Mixed Concrete Association, and the Natio more
AbbVie Urges CMS to Define Pharmacy Benefit Managers Broadly and Enforce Fair Market Value Standards on PBM Fees Under Medicare Part D Reforms
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
VIA ELECTRONIC FILING: https://www.regulations.gov
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
Re: Solicitation of Information Regarding Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and
Data Collectio more
AHIP Urges CMS to Limit Pharmacy Benefit Manager Regulations to Congressional Requirements
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
RE: Request for Information (RFI): Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data
Collection, RIN 0938-AW09 - AHIP Comments
Dear Administrator O more
Alabama Wildlife Agency Urges Removal of Fixed Three Year Cycle in Migratory Bird Hunting Rule
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WILDLIFE AND FRESHWATER FISHERIES DIVISION
PO Box 301456, 64 North Union Street Ste 567, Montgomery, AL 36130-1456
Phone: (334) 242-3465 - Fax: (334) 242-3032
Visit: www.outdooralabama.com - Email: denr. wffdivision@denr.alabama.gov
The mission of the Wiidlife an more
Alliance for Expanding Americas Workforce Urges Clarity in Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul to Support AbilityOne Program
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Regulatory Secretariat Division
U.S. General Services Administration
1800 F St NW
Washington, DC
20405
July 23, 2026
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov, re: FAR Case 2026-002 (91 FR 37636)
Docket No. FAR-2026-0002, Sequence No. 1, Federal Acquisition Regulation: Revolutionary Federal
Acquisition Regula more
Alliance of Community Health Plans Advocates for Transparent Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data Collection Reforms
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Administrator Mehmet Oz
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov
Re: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data Collection, (CMS-
4218-NC)
Dear Administrator Oz:
The Alliance of Co more
Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments Opposes EPA Rollback of PFAS Drinking Water Regulations
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center, Office of Water Docket, Mail Code 28221T
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20460.
Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2025-0654 (Rollback)
The Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments (ANHE) appreciates the opportunity
to provide comments on the En more
American Bar Association Section of Public Contract Law Offers Detailed Recommendations on Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Via Federal eRulemaking Portal
(https://www.regulations.gov)
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule
FAR Case 2026-002-Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation
Overhaul Parts 6, 7, 10, 18, 26, 37, and 41
Dear Madam or Sir:
The American Bar Association ("ABA") Section of Public Contract Law
("Section") is ple more
American Bar Association Urges Caution and Clarity in Proposed Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Via Federal eRulemaking Portal
(https://www.regulations.gov)
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule
FAR Case 2026-001-Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul Parts 1, 2, 4, 33, 39, 40, and 53
Dear Madam or Sir:
The American Bar Association ("ABA") Section of Public Contract Law ("Section") is please more
American Green Urges Commerce Department to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry Amid Rising Imports
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 17, 2026
Submitted Via Regulations.gov (ID BIS-2026-0298)
The Honorable Howard Lutnick
Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation - Imports of Anthracite Coal
XRIN 0694-XC165
Dear Secretary Lutnick:
I am writing on behalf of more
American Pharmacists Association Urges Broad PBM Definition and Transparency in CMS Compensation Rules
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
[Submitted electronically to http://www.regulations.gov]
The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
Secretary
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
200 Independence Ave SW
Washington, DC 20201
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
P.O. Box 8013
Ba more
American Society of Consultant Pharmacists Urges CMS to Define PBM Affiliates Clearly and Protect Pharmacy Payments and Data Transparency
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1240 N Pitt St, 3rd Floor
Alexandria, VA 22314
703.739.1300
July 20, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data Collection
more
Arizona Game and Fish Department Raises Concerns Over Three Year Migratory Game Bird Hunting Authorization Cycle
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 21, 2026
Docket No. FWS-HQ-MB-2024-0206
Docket No. FWS-HQ-MB-2026-1421
Policy and Regulations Branch
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
MS: PRB (JAO/3W)
5275 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22041-3803
Electronically submitted to: https://www.regulations.gov/docket/FWS-HQ-MB-2026-1421
RE: Process for Authorizing Sea more
Associated General Contractors of America: Construction Industry Warns Against Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul That Could Undermine Project Protections and Increase Contractor Risks
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Rick Andritsch, President
Trey Pebley, Senior Vice President
Don Weaver, Vice President
Doug Maibach, Treasurer
Jeffrey D. Shoaf, Chief Executive Officer
Jimmy Christianson, Chief Operating Officer
July 23, 2026
Dr. Kevin Rhodes
Administrator
Office of Federal Procurement Policy
Office of Management and Budget
72 more
Associated General Contractors Urges Clear Documentation and Market Research in Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Rick Andritsch, President
Trey Pebley, Senior Vice President
Don Weaver, Vice President
Doug Maibach, Treasurer
Jeffrey D. Shoaf, Chief Executive Officer
Jimmy Christianson, Chief Operating Officer
July 23, 2026
Dr. Kevin Rhodes
Administrator
Office of Federal Procurement Policy
Office of Management and Budget
72 more
Association for Accessible Medicines Urges CMS to Avoid Administrative Burdens in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Rule
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
200 Independence Ave. SW
Washington, DC 20201
Submitted via http://www.regulations.gov
RE: Request for Information (RFI): Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data C more
Association for Molecular Pathology Physician-Scientist Opposes Proposed Political Review of Federal Research Funding
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comment on Proposed Revision of 2CFR Part 200.
I am a physician-scientist who has served as President of the Association for Molecular Pathology, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Molecular Pathology, and on the editorial boards of several other scientific journals. I have also published in major medical journals such as J more
Atlas Anthracite Urges Section 232 Relief to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry and National Security
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
D. Motesevich & Sons Consturction, Inc.
325 Mulbevry Street, Mount Caumel, PA 17851
The Honorable Howard W. Lutnick July 20", 2026
Secretary
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation of Anthracite Coal Imports
Docket No. BIS-2026-0298
Dear Secret more
Bear Ridge Calls for Protection of Domestic Anthracite Industry to Safeguard Jobs and National Security
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 17, 2026
Submitted Via Regulations.gov (ID BIS-2026-0298)
The Honorable Howard Lutnick
Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation - Imports of Anthracite Coal
XRIN 0694-XC165
Dear Secretary Lutnick:
I am writing on behalf of more
BIO Urges Comprehensive Transparency and Reform in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Practices to Enhance Patient Access and Lower Drug Costs
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Hon. Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21244
Re: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data
Collection [CMS-4218-NC]
Dear Dr. Oz:
The Biotechnology Innovat more
Blaschak Anthracite Urges Commerce Department to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry Amid Low-Cost Imports
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
P.O. Box 12, Route 54
Mahanoy City, PA 17948
Office: 570-773-2113
Fax: 570-773-0569
www.blaschakanthracite.com
P.O. Box 12, Route 54
Mahanoy City, PA 17948
Office: 570-773-2113
Fax: 570-773-0569
www.blaschakanthracite.com
July 17, 2026
The Honorable Howard W. Lutnick
Secretary
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 more
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Urges Narrow Definition and Functional Approach in CMS Implementation of Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency Rules
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
750 9th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20001-
4524
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Hubert H. Humphrey Building (
200 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20201
Submitted via Regulations.gov
RE: Request for Info more
Breakthrough Institute: EPA Urged to Transparently Review and Register CRISPR-Based Pest Control Product KNOCKOUT SWD
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 21, 2026
Edward Messina
Director, Office of Pesticide Programs
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
SUBMITTED VIA REGULATIONS.GOV
RE: Docket No. EPA-HQ-OPP-2026-2510, Application to Register KNOCKOUT SWD (EPA File Symbol
104223-R)
The Breakthrough Institute1 wri more
Bristol Myers Squibb Urges Broad Definitions and Enhanced Transparency in PBM Regulation to Protect Patient Access and Drug Affordability
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
3401 Princeton Pike . Lawrence Township, NJ 08648 . BMS.COM
July 20, 2026
VIA ELECTRONIC FILING - REGULATIONS.GOV
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-4218-NC
P.O. Box 8013
Baltimore, MD 21244-8013
Re: Request more
Business Software Alliance Urges Clarity and Consistency in FAR Overhaul to Protect Commercial Software Interests
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Business Software Alliance
Regulatory Secretariat Division (MVCB)
General Services Administration
1800 F Street NW, 2nd Floor
Washington, DC 20405
July 23, 2026
Re: BSA Comments on the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul, Round 1 (FAR Cases 2026-001, 2026-002, 2026-005, and 2026-007)'
Dear Members of the FAR Council:
The Bus more
Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids: CBP Urged to Require Formal Entry for All FDA-Regulated Tobacco Products Including E-Cigarettes to Protect Public Health
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Submitted via regulations.gov
RE: Comments in Docket No. USCBP-2026-0761, U.S. Customs and Border Protection's
Interim Final Rule, "Indefinite Suspension of the De Minimis Exemption for Mail
Shipments and New Postal Informal Entry Process," 91 Fed. Reg. 37,801 (June 24,
2026)
The Campaign for Tobacco-Fre more
Canada Urges US to Recognize Metallurgical Coal Trade as Crucial to National Security
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
BIS-2026-0298 / XRIN 0694-XC165
COMMENTS BY THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
REQUEST FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS ON SECTION 232 NATIONAL SECURITY INVESTIGATION OF ANTHRACITE COAL
BIS-2026-0298
XRIN 0694-XC165
Submitted by:
The Government of Canada
July 2026
1
BIS-2026-0298 / XRIN 0694-XC165
Intr more
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority Opposes EPA Rescission of PFAS Drinking Water Regulations
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Kenneth Waldroup
Executive Director
Cape Fear 235 Government Center Dr.
Wilmington, NC 28403
910-332-6669
Public UtilllV Aulhorltv
kenneth.waldrou p@cfpua.org
July 10, 2026
SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center, Office of Water Docket
Mail Code 28221 T
1200 Pennsylvania more
Chemours Company: EPA Faces Legal and Scientific Challenges in Rescinding Regulation of GenX PFAS in Drinking Water
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Allison B. Rumsey
+1 202.942.5095
Allison.Rumsey@arnoldporter.com
July 20, 2026
Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov/
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water Docket
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
Re: Com more
Children's Health Advocates Urge EPA to Retain Drinking Water Standards for Harmful PFAS Chemicals
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS July 20, 2026
Chair
Lee Zeldin, Administrator
James R. Roberts, MD, MPH
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Professor of Pediatrics
Medical University of South William J. Clinton Building
Carolina 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20460
Vice Chair
Dick Batchelor
Re: Comments on the E more
Chugach Alaska Corporation Urges Retention of Socioeconomic Provisions in FAR Sunset Review Process
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
CHUGACH ALASKA CORPORATION
3800 Centerpoint Drive, Suite 1200
Anchorage, Alaska 99503
July 23, 2026
VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION (www.regulations.gov)
Regulatory Secretariat Division
General Services Administration
1800 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20405
Re: Comments of Chugach Alaska Corporation on the Proposed Rule, F more
Cigna Urges CMS to Adopt Flexible Principles Based Approach for Pharmacy Benefit Manager Regulations
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Courtney Lawrence
Senior Vice President
Head of Government Affairs and Global Public Policy
The Cigna Group
701 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Suite 720
Washington, DC 20004
Telephone (202) 7 19-6761
Courtney.Lawrence@TheCignaGroup.com
July 20, 2026
VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION TO www.regulations.gov
The Honorable Dr. Mehm more
Climate Justice Alliance Opposes EPA Proposal to Extend PFOA and PFOS Compliance Deadline
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2025-1742
Alexis Lan
Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Standards and Risk Management Division
Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20460
RE: Extending the Compliance Deadline for the PFOA and PFOS Maximum
Contaminant Levels
Docket more
Conflict Matters Small Business Owner Opposes Federal Procurement Rule Changes That Threaten Small Firm Competition
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 22, 2026
My name is Claudia de Gonzalez, owner of Conflict Matters. My firm Provides Alternative Dispute Resolution & Mediation Services to the State of TX.
The protections being removed are the reason a firm my size can compete at all. FAR-2026-0005 - Publicizing Opportunities How contract opportunities are posted more
CVS Health Urges CMS to Clarify Definitions and Maintain Flexibility in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation Rules
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1275 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Suite 700
Washington, D.C., 20004
Submitted electronically via https://www.regulations.gov/docket/CMS-2026-2212
July 20, 2026
Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Stephanie Carlton, Deputy Administrator and Chief of Staff, more
Cyber Strategy Institute Recommends Implementation Refinements for Federal AI Data Safeguarding Clause
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 14, 2026
General Services Administration
Regulatory Secretariat Division (MVCB)
1800 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20405
Re: Notice-MVAC-2026-01; Docket No. GSA-GSAR-2026-0331; Public Comment on Proposed GSAR Clause 552.239-7001, Basic Safeguarding of Data Within Large Language Model Artificial Intelligence Systems ( more
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Urges CMS for Greater Transparency and Accountability in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation to Improve Patient Access and Affordability
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Robert Kennedy, Jr.
Secretary
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
200 Independence Ave SW
Washington, DC 20201
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compen more
Dann Marine Towing: Concerns Raised Over Proposed Anchorage Rulemaking Impacting Hudson River Navigation and Environment
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comment on Proposed rulemaking
Support for expansion of Anchorage Grounds
Anchorages; Port of New York [Docket Number USCG-2026-0042]
The text for this rulemaking [Docket Number USCG-2026-0042] includes several regulatory actions that will have significant impacts to navigation safety, environment protection, supply chai more
Didlake Urges AbilityOne Program to Prioritize Employment Outcomes and Streamline Processes in Strategic Plan
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 22, 2026
U.S. AbilityOne Commission
355 E Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
RE: Comments on the Draft Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030
To the Members of the U.S. AbilityOne Commission:
Didlake appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Draft Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030 and commends the Comm more
ENDICTUS Corp. Urges Retention of Competition Safeguards in FAR Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
ENDICTUS
| Federal Acquisition Policy Comment
PUBLIC COMMENT
Revolutionary FAR Overhaul: Parts 6, 7, 10, 18, 26, 37,
and 41
FAR Case 2026-002 | Docket No. FAR-2026-0002 | RIN 9000-AO87
91 FR 37636; Federal Register Document 2026-12560
Submitted by Endictus Corp.
Organization type SBA-certified small business
Date J more
Environmental Community Condemns EPA Proposal to Weaken National Environmental Policy Act Safeguards
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue,
N.W. Washington, DC 20460
Ref: Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-AO-2025-1080
Update of Procedures for Implementing the National Environmental Policy Act and Assessing the Environmental Effects Abroad of EPA Actions
Dear Administrator,
My name is Charlie Lorthioir and I a more
Environmental Groups Oppose EPA Proposal to Weaken and Delay PFAS Drinking Water Standards
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20460
RE: Docket ID: EPA -HQ-OW-2025-1742 Extending the Compliance Deadline for the PFOA and PFOS Maximum
Contaminant Levels
Dear Administrator Zeldin,
On behalf of the National Wildlife Federation and affiliates from Ala more
Environmental Groups Oppose EPA Proposals to Weaken PFAS Drinking Water Standards and Delay Compliance Deadlines
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Administrator Lee Zeldin
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center, OW Docket
Mail Code 28221T
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
Re: Rescission of Regulatory Determinations and Removal of Related Provisions for
Four PFAS Substances (PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA (GenX), and the Mixtu more
Environmental Protection Network Urges EPA to Retain 2029 Compliance Deadline for PFOA and PFOS Drinking Water Standards
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
EPN Comments on
Extending the Compliance Deadline for the PFOA and PFOS
Maximum Contaminant Levels
EPA-HQ-OW-2025-1742
July 20, 2026
The Environmental Protection Network (EPN) harnesses the expertise of more than 800 former
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) career staff and confirmation-level appointees from
Demo more
European Union Expresses Concern Over US Section 232 Anthracite Coal Investigation
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
EUROPEAN UNION
DELEGATION TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
COMMENTS BY THE EUROPEAN UNION
TO THE BUREAU OF INDUSTRY AND SECURITY, OFFICE OF STRATEGIC
INDUSTRIES AND ECONOMIC SECURITY, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
REQUEST FOR COMMENTS:
SECTION 232 NATIONAL SECURITY INVESTIGATION ON IMPORTS OF
ANTHRACITE COAL
(91 FR 416 more
Expedition Ag Partners Urges EPA to Advance Science Based Review of Agragene Knockout Technology
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 18, 2026
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20460
Re: EPA Docket ID EPA-HQ-OPP-2026-2510 -- KNOCKOUT(TM) SWD
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing in support of EPA's continued science-based evaluation of Agragene's KNOCKOUT SWD technology for control of spotted wing more
FIDO Alliance Urges Federal Acquisition Regulation to Mandate Phishing-Resistant Authentication for Contractors
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
FIDO Alliance Comments to the U.S. OFPP, GSA, DoD and NASA
July 2026
Proposed Amendments to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) - FAR Case 2026-001
The Fast Identity Online (FIDO) Alliance appreciates the opportunity to provide input to the Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP), Office of Management and Budget more
Fla. Revenue Dept. Urges HHS to Retain Essential Program Guidance Rules
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 17, 2026
To: Office of Child Support Enforcement
Administration for Children and Families
Department of Health and Human Services
From: Ann Coffin, Director, Child Support Program
Re: Comments on Notice of Proposed Rulemaking 91 FR 36779-36786, 6/182026, Docket ACF-2026-0034, RIN Number 0970--AD39
The Florida Dep more
FMI Urges Broad Definitions and Sustainable Reimbursement in CMS Implementation of PBM Compensation Restrictions
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
Re: Request for Information (RFI): Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and more
Fresenius Kabi Urges CMS to Implement Rigorous PBM Compensation Transparency and Oversight Standards
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Fresenius Kabi U.S.
Government Affairs and Policy
801 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20004
www.fresenius-kabi.com/us
The Honorable Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-4218-NC
Mail Stop C4-26-05
7500 Security Boulevard more
Gen Four Urges Commerce Department to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry Amid Import Threats
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
GEN FOUR
POTTSVILLE, PA
July 17, 2026
Submitted Via Regulations.gov (ID BIS-2026-0298)
The Honorable Howatd Lutnick
Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation - Imports of Anthracite Coal
XRIN 0694-XC165
Dear Secretary Lutnick:
more
Gilberton Coal Company Urges Section 232 Relief to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry and Preserve Strategic National Resource
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
10 Gilberton Road Gilberton, PA 17934 570-874-1602
July 21, 2026
Submitted Via Regulations.gov (ID BIS-2026-0298)
The Honorable Howard Lutnick
Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation - Imports of Anthracite Coal
XRIN 0694-XC165 more
Girard Estate Urges Commerce Department to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry to Secure Royalties for Charitable Education
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
BEFORE THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE,
BUREAU OF INDUSTRY AND SECURITY
SECTION 232 INVESTIGATION OF IMPORTS OF ANTHRACITE COAL
XRIN 0694-XC165
DOCKET NO. 260701-0158
PUBLIC COMMENTS OF THE ESTATE OF STEPHEN GIRARD
The Estate of Stephen Girard ("Girard Estate") respectfully submits these public comments
in connection more
goDeeper Foundation: EPA Faces Opposition to Proposed Rescission of PFAS Drinking Water Standards in Minnesota and Nationwide
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Public Comment | Docket EPA-HQ-OW-2025-0654
Public Comment - Docket ID EPA-HQ-OW-2025-0654
Re: Opposition to the proposed rescission of the PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA/GenX, and Hazard Index
drinking-water requirements
Submitted by: Wade Nelson, Cottage Grove, Minnesota
Organization: goDeeper Foundation
Date: July 20, 2026
more
Gov Contract Pros Raises Deep Concerns Over FAR Council's Revolutionary FAR Overhaul Impacting Small Businesses and Regulatory Compliance
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
4445 Willard Ave, Suite 600
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(o) 240.760.2902
www.govcontractpros.com
July 23, 2026
VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION
William F. Clark
Director, Office of Governmentwide Acquisition Policy
U.S. General Services Administration
1800 F St. NW
Washington, DC 20405
RE: GCP Comments on the Revolutionary FA more
Grayling Michigan Groups Urge EPA to Maintain PFAS Contaminant Levels Amid Contamination Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 18, 2026
U. S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center
Office of Water Docket, Mail Code 28221T
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
RE: Proposed Rule to Rescind Maximum Contaminant Levels for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA (GenX), and
Hazard Index Mixtures - Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2025-0654
To who more
Group of States Oppose EPA Proposal to Rescind Nationwide PFAS Drinking Water Standards
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
The Attorneys General of North Carolina, California, Connecticut, New Jersey, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Rhode Island, Oregon, Washington, and Wisconsin
July 20, 2026
Via Regulations.gov
EPA Docket Center
Office of Water D more
Healthcare Supply Chain Association Urges CMS to Distinguish Traditional GPOs From PBM-Owned Rebate Aggregators
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Bal(cid:415)more, MD 21244
Re: Response to Request for Informa(cid:415)on (RFI): Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensa(cid:415)on and Data
Collec(cid:415)on [CMS-4218-NC]
Dear Administrator Oz,
On more
Hickman, Williams & Company: Industry Leader Urges Department of Commerce to Reject Tariffs on Imported Anthracite Coal
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
250 EAST FIFTH STREET, SUITE 300, CINCINNATI, OH 45202
PHONE: (513) 621-1946 FAX: (513) 621-0024
Benjamin Rankin
Vice President
Hickman, Williams & Company
250 Easy Fifth Street
Suite 300
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
July 20, 2026
Office of Strategic Industries and Economic Security
Bureau of Industry and Security
U.S. more
Housing Authority of Santa Cruz Opposes HUD Proposal to Tie Voucher Funding to Local Housing Policies
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
2160 41st Avenue l Capitola, California l Tel: 831.454.9455 l hacosantacruz.org
Also serving Hollister and San Juan Bautista l Tel: 831.637.0487
July 24, 2026
Submitted via Regulations.gov
Office of the General Counsel
Rules Docket Clerk
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
451 Seventh Street, SW
Washing more
Institute for Policy Integrity at New York University School of Law: EPA Faces Criticism Over Proposed Extension of PFAS Compliance Deadline Citing Flawed Benefit-Cost Analysis and Outdated Discount Rates
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
To: EPA
Re: Extending the Compliance Deadline for the PFOA and PFOS Maximum Contaminant
Levels, 91 Fed. Reg. 29,425 (May 20, 2026) (EPA-HQ-OW-2025-1742)
The Institute for Policy Integrity at New York University School of Law (Policy Integrity)1
respectfully submits the following comments to the Environmen more
Kaiser Permanente Urges CMS to Exempt Integrated Pharmacy Model From Traditional PBM Regulations
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
ATTN: CMS-4218-NC
P.O. Box 8013
Baltimore, MD 21244-8013
Submitted electronically to regulations.gov
Re: Request for Information (RFI): Pharmacy Benefit Manager
Compensation more
Keystone Anthracite Urges 100 Percent Tariffs on Foreign Anthracite Imports to Protect US Steel Supply Chain and National Security
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
KEYSTONE ANTHRACITE COMPANY, INC.
COMMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
Bureau of Industry and Security
Section 232 National Security Investigation of Anthracite Coal
Docket No. 260701-0158; XRIN 0694-XC165
Submitted by
Keystone Anthracite Company, Inc.
July 2026
IL PROCEDURAL HISTORY AND AUTHORITY
more
Kitsap Office Furniture Small Business Owner Urges FAR Rewrite to Enhance Competition and Reduce Procurement Burdens
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Re: Comments on FAR Cases 2026-0002 and 2026-0005 - Federal Acquisition Regulation Rewrite
Dear Members of the FAR Council,
My name is Nick Sinaly, owner of Kitsap Office Furniture, Inc., a small business headquarters in Silverdale, Washington. Since 1990, our company has provided commercial office furnitur more
Koniag Urges FAR Council to Preserve Small Business and 8(a) Program Authorities in Procurement Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
3800 Centerpoint Drive
Suite 700
Anchorage, AK 99503
FAR Case 2026-002
July 23, 2026
Submitted via Regulations.gov
Re: FAR Case 2026-002
INTRODUCTION AND INTEREST OF KONIAG, INC.
Koniag, Incorporated ("Koniag") respectfully submits these comments in response to the Federal
Acquisition Regulatory Council's (FAR Coun more
Landowner Urges Commerce Department to Support Domestic Anthracite Coal Production Amid National Security Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Howard W. Lutnick
Secretary
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation of Anthracite Coal Imports
Docket No. BIS-2026-0298
Dear Secretary Lutnick:
I am writing as a private landowner holding anthracite coal reserves in more
Lehigh Anthracite Urges Department of Commerce to Address Impact of Low-Cost Imports on Domestic Anthracite Industry
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Howard W. Lutnick
Secretary
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation of Anthracite Coal Imports
Docket No. BIS-2026-0298
Reference: XRIN 0694-XC165
Dear Secretary Lutnick:
On behalf of Lehigh Anthracite, we respectfully submit this letter in sup more
MAPRx Coalition Urges CMS To Expand Pharmacy Benefit Manager Reporting To Improve Medicare Part D Drug Access And Affordability
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 18, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21244
Submitted via regulations.gov
RE: Comments on CMS-4218-NC, Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager
Compensation and Data Collection
Dear A more
Minnesota Department of Health Urges EPA to Reinstate PFAS Drinking Water Standards
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Minnesota Department of Health
625 Robert Street North
St. Paul, MN 55155
Protecting, maintaining and improving the health of all Minnesotans
July 20, 2026
Jessica Kramer, Assistant Administrator
Office of Water
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20460
Subject: Rescissio more
N.Y. Marine Highway Transportation Urges U.S. Coast Guard to Review Port of New York Anchorage Proposal
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 22, 2026
Comment on Proposed Rulemaking
Support for Expansion of Anchorage Grounds
Anchorages; Port of New York
Docket No. USCG-2026-0042
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing to express my concerns regarding several provisions contained within the proposed rulemaking, Anchorages; Port of New York (Docket No. USCG more
Nakupuna Companies Urges Clarity and Small Business Protections in Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
251 18th St. South, Suite 1100
Arlington, VA 22202
July 23, 2026
Submitted Electronically via eRulemaking portal at: https://www.regulations.gov
To: Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council
Re: FAR Case 2026-002 - Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul Parts
6, 7, 10, 18, 26, 37, 41, and 52
The Nakupuna more
Nantucket PFAS Action Group Urges EPA to Maintain Federal Drinking Water Standards, Hazard Index Rules
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
EPA Rescission of Regulatory Determinations and Removal of Related Provisions for Four PFAS Substances
Good afternoon. My name is Ayesha Khan. I am a co-founder of the Nantucket PFAS Action Group and a member of the Leadership Team of the National PFAS Contamination Coalition.
I come to this work from a small island commu more
National Community Pharmacists Association Urges Transparency and Fair Market Value in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Practices
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Submitted electronically to regulations.gov
July 20, 2026
Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-4218-NC, Mail Stop C4-26-05
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Re: Request for Information (RFI): Pharmacy Benefit Man more
National Health Council Urges Patient-Centered Transparency and Oversight in Medicare Part D Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data Collection
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data
Collection [CMS-4218-NC]
Submitted electronically via regulations.go more
National Multiple Sclerosis Society Urges CMS to Enhance Transparency and Reform in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Practices
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21244
Re: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data
Collection [CMS-4218-NC]
Comments submitted electronically via regulation more
Native American Contractors Association Advocates for Clarity and Inclusivity in FAR Overhaul to Protect Small Business and Tribal Sole Source Authorities
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
RE: Revolutionary FAR Overhaul: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 6, 7, and
10; FAR Case 2026-002, Docket No. FAR-2026-0002 (91 Fed. Reg. 37636 (June 23, 2026))
I. Introduction And Interest Of The Native American Contractors Association
The Native American Contractors Association (NACA) respectfully submits thes more
Navitus Advocates for Clear Definitions and Harmonized Transparency Rules in CMS Pharmacy Benefit Manager Proposal
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-0062-P
P.O. Box 8013
Baltimore, MD 21244-8013
RE: Comment on the 2026 CMS Request for Information (RFI): Pharmacy B more
New Penn Equipment LLC Machine Shop Urges Commerce Department to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry Amid Import Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
The Honorable Howard Lutnick
Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation - Imports of Anthracite Coal
XRIN 0694-XC165
Dear Secretary Lutnick:
I am writing on behalf of New Penn Equipment LLC. ("New Penn"). New Penn is a machine and more
NSSF Supports ATF Rule Clarifying Interstate Firearm Transportation and Calls for Further Storage Clarifications
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 19, 2026
ATF Rulemaking Comments
Office of Regulatory Affairs
Enforcement Programs and Services
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
99 New York Avenue NE, Mail Stop 6.N-518
Washington, DC 20226
RE: Comment on RIN 1140-AA73; Docket No. ATF-2026-0012; ATF No. 2025R-39P; Clarifying
Interstate Trans more
NTEU Opposes OPM Proposed Rule on Administrative Leave for Workforce Realignment and Election Work
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
NTEU
National Treasury Employees Union
July 23, 2026
VIA FEDERAL eRULEMAKING PORTAL
Bryce Baker
Office of Personnel Management
1900 E Street, NW
Washington, DC 20415
RE: Administrative Leave for Workforce Realignment and Other Purposes
(Docket No. OPM-2026-0397)
Dear Mr. Baker:
The National Treasury Employees Uni more
Palantir Urges Stricter Enforcement of Commercial-Preference Mandate in Federal Acquisition Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Palantir Technologies Inc.
19505 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 2350
Aventura, FL 33180
United States of America
July 23, 2026
Regulatory Secretariat Division
General Services Administration
1800 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20405
Re: Comments of Palantir Technologies Inc. on the Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulat more
Palantir Urges Structural Reforms to Enforce Commercial Preference and Accountability in Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Palantir Technologies Inc.
19505 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 2350
Aventura, FL 33180
United States of America
July 23, 2026
Regulatory Secretariat Division
General Services Administration
1800 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20405
Re: Comments of Palantir Technologies Inc. on the
Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regula more
PBM Accountability Project: CMS Faces Call for Stringent Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency and Accountability Rules
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
The Honorable Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-4218-NC
P.O. Box 8013
Baltimore, MD 21244-8013
Dear Administrator Oz:
The PBM Accountability Project appreciates the opportunity to respond to the Centers for
Medicare & Medicaid Ser more
Pennsylvania Anthracite Council Urges Department of Commerce to Impose Tariffs to Preserve Domestic Anthracite Industry and National Security
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
PENNSYLVANIA ANTHRACITE COUNCIL
P.O. BOX 138
Pottsville, PA 17901
Phone: 717-737-9825
Email: hardcoalorg@paanthracite.com
COUNCIL
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Howard W. Lutnick
Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation of Impo more
Peruvian Anthracite Exports Strengthen US Supply Chain Security and Industrial Resilience
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Car. Salaverry Km3 Lote B (Sector Chorobal) Salaverry - Trujillo - La Libertad - Peru
Sesuveca del Peru S.A.C. is a company dedicated to the commercialization of
anthracite coal, located in the Salaverry Industrial Zone, where it has been operating
since 2008. Since the beginning of its operations, the company has been c more
Possible Unintended Consequences and Record Preservation in FAR Overhaul Proposal
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comment of Brian B. Tung
Re: FAR Case 2026-001; Docket No. FAR-2026-0001; Proposed Rule, Federal Acquisition Regulation: Revolutionary FAR Overhaul Parts 1, 2, 4, 33, 39, 40, and 53 (91 FR 37550, June 23, 2026)
Dear Members of the FAR Council:
I am an attorney, and I submit this comment in my personal capacity only; the more
Prescryptive Health Urges CMS to Include Data Access and Real-Time Benefit Functions in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Regulations
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
PRESCRYPTIVE HEALTH
July 20, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-4218-NC
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov, Docket No. CMS-2026-2212
Re: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data Collection (CMS-4218-NC; RIN 0 more
Professional Services Council Urges Practical Reforms in Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Regulatory Secretariat Division
General Services Administration
1800 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20405
FAR Case 2026-001, Docket No. FAR-2026-0001, Sequence No. 1; RIN 9000-AO86 RE: PSC Comments on "Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul Parts 1, 2, 4, 33, 39, 40, and 53" [FAR Case 2026-001 more
Reading Anthracite Urges 100 Percent Tariff on Imported Anthracite Coal to Protect National Security and Domestic Steelmaking Capacity
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
200 Mahantongo St Office (570) 622-5150
P.O. Box 1200 Fax (570) 622-2612
Pottsville, PA 17901
Submitted Via Regulations.gov (ID BIS-2026-0298)
The Honorable Howard Lutnick
Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation - Imports of An more
Redstone Government Consulting Seeks Clarification on Controlled Unclassified Information Rules for Non IT Service Providers
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Date: July 23, 2026
To: Regulatory Secretariat Division
Federal Acquisition Regulation Council
From: Redstone Government Consulting, Inc.
501 Madison Street SE, Suite 100
Huntsville, Alabama 35801
RE: FAR Case 2026-001 - Federal Acquisition Regulation: Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
Parts 1, 2, more
SafeLogic: FAR Case 2026-001 Commentary Supports Streamlined Cybersecurity Frameworks With Clarified Cryptographic Requirements for Controlled Unclassified Information
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comment on FAR Case 2026-001
SafeLogic supports the FAR Council's objective of simplifying the FAR, reducing unnecessary burden, and
preserving flexibility for agencies and contracting officers. We also support the proposed approach of using
established cybersecurity frameworks, including NIST SP 800-171 Revision 3, NIST more
Santee Cooper Supports EPA Compliance Extension and Proposes Declining Trend Pathway for PFOA and PFOS Regulation
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Brian Lynch
Director, Environmental Services
(843) 761-8000 ext. 46720
brian.lynch@santeecooper.com
Electronic Filing Submitted Via www.regulations.gov
July 20, 2026
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center
Mail Code 28221T
Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2025-1742
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue N.W.
Washington, more
SBA Office of Advocacy: EPA Proposes PFAS Regulation Rollback and Compliance Extension to Ease Burdens on Small Water Systems
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION
The Honorable Lee Zeldin
Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Washington, DC 20460
Re: Rescission of Regulatory Determinations and Removal of Related Provisions for Four
PFAS Substances (PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA (GenX), and the Mixture of These Three
PFAS Plus PFBS); more
SCAN Health Plan Urges CMS for Flexibility in PBM Definitions Compensation and Reporting
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: SCAN Health Plan Comments on Request for Information on PBM Compensation and
Data Collection [CMS-4218-NC]
Dear Administrator Oz: more
Schuylkill Energy Resources Urges Commerce Department to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry Amid Import Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
"Pt
200 Mahantongo Street
P O Box 1200
SER Pottsville, PA 17901
Phone: (570)622-5150
Fax: (570)622-2612
SCHUYLKILL ENERGY RESOURCES
July 20, 2026
Submitted Via Regulations.gov (ID BIS-2026-0298)
The Honorable Howard Lutnick
Secretaly of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington more
Seattle & King County Health Officer Valenciano Urges Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to Reconsider Medical Frailty Definition
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 17, 2026
Response to Federal Register document # CMS-2454-IFC on the Medicaid Program; Community
Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals.
Dear Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Public Health - Seattle & King County is deeply concerned by the restric more
Seattle Housing Authority Urges HUD to Institute Category Based Waivers, Modify Unreasonable Cost Thresholds
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Re: FR-6616-N-01 Request for Information Regarding Products and Categories of Products Used in Housing Programs Pursuant to the Build America, Buy America Act
Thank you for providing Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) with the opportunity to comment on the Request for Information regarding the implementation of more
Sen. Schiff Opposes EPA Proposal to Rescind and Delay PFAS Drinking Water Standards
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Lee Zeldin
Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
Re: Senate Sign-On Letter Opposing EPA's Proposed Rescission of Drinking Water
Standards for Four PFAS and the Hazard Index Mixtures and Implementation Delay of
Drinking Water St more
Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition Urges Clear Distinction of Long-Term Care Pharmacy Affiliates and Transparency in PBM Fees
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Via email: https://www.regulations.gov/docket/CMS-2026-2212
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attn: CMS-4218-NC
P.O. Box 8013, Baltimore, MD 21244-8013
Re: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensa more
SHEPPARD, MULLIN, RICHTER & HAMPTON LLP: Federal Acquisition Regulation Revisions Raise Contractor Compliance and Clarity Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026 +1.202.747.2187
reroberts@sheppard.com
Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council
Regulatory Secretariat Division
Via Federal eRulemaking portal at https://www.regulations.gov
Re: Comments on FAR Case 2026-001, FAR Parts 1, 2, 4, 33, 39, 40, and 53
We appreciate the opportunity to submit comments on behalf o more
SHEPPARD, MULLIN, RICHTER & HAMPTON: Global Telecommunications Firm Calls for Clarifications and Deadline Extensions in Proposed Federal Acquisition Regulation Changes
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026 +1.202.747.2187
reroberts@sheppard.com
Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council
Regulatory Secretariat Division
Via Federal eRulemaking portal at https://www.regulations.gov
Re: Comments on FAR Case 2026-007, FAR Parts 3 and 49
We appreciate the opportunity to submit comments on behalf of our client, a glo more
SHEPPARD, MULLIN, RICHTER & HAMPTON: Telecommunications Company Raises Key Concerns on Proposed Federal Acquisition Regulation Amendments
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026 +1.202.747.2187
reroberts@sheppard.com
Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council
Regulatory Secretariat Division
Via Federal eRulemaking portal at https://www.regulations.gov
Re: Comments on FAR Case 2026-002, FAR Parts 6, 7, 10, 18, 26, 37, and 41
We appreciate the opportunity to submit comments on behalf more
SHEPPARD, MULLIN, RICHTER & HAMPTON: Telecommunications Firm Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Acquisition Regulation Amendments
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026 +1.202.747.2187
reroberts@sheppard.com
Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council
Regulatory Secretariat Division
Via Federal eRulemaking portal at https://www.regulations.gov
Re: Comments on FAR Case 2026-005, FAR Parts 5, 24, 29, and 52
We appreciate the opportunity to submit comments on behalf of our clie more
Southeast Cherokee Construction: Proposed FAR Overhaul Risks Undermining Small Business Protections in Federal Contracting
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
COMMENTS OF THE REVOLUTIONARY FAR OVERHAUL PROPOSED RULES
FAR Case 2026-005 (Part 5; Docket FAR-2026-0005; FR Doc. 2026-12561)
FAR Case 2026-002 (Parts 6, 7, 10; Docket FAR-2026-0002; FR Doc. 2026-12560)
The proposed FAR overhaul creates a fundamental disconnect between where small businesses
actually com more
Spokane Riverkeeper: EPA Proposal to Rescind PFAS Regulations Sparks Concerns Over Drinking Water Safety
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 17, 2026
Submission via www.regulations.gov
Lee Zeldin, Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center, Water Docket, Mail Code 28221T
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
Re: Proposed Rule to Rescind Regulatory Determinations and Regulations for
Perfluorohexane sulfonic acid, more
Sportradar Urges CFTC to Enhance Integrity and Transparency Standards in Regulation of Sports-Related Event Contracts
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov
Christopher Kirkpatrick
Secretary of the Commission
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Three Lafayette Centre | 1155 21st Street, NW
Washington, DC 20581
Re: Prediction Markets; Public Interest Determinations - RIN 3038-AF65; Notice of
Proposed Rulemaking
more
Steel Manufacturers Association Supports EPA's Proposal to Rescind PFAS Regulatory Determinations Due to Statutory Process Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Via Regulations.gov
Ms. Nicole Shao
Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Standards and Risk Management Division
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20460
Re: Comments of the Steel Manufacturers Association on the Environmental
Protection Agency's P more
Surety & Fidelity Association Urges Reconsideration of Proposed Federal Acquisition Regulation Changes on Termination Deadlines and Cost Controls
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Hon. Dr. Kevin Rhodes, PMP
Administrator
Office of Federal Procurement Policy
Office of Management and Budget
Washington, DC 20503
Re: FAR Case 2026-007 - Federal Acquisition Regulation:
Revolutionary Overhaul, Parts 3 and 49
Dr. Rhodes:
The Surety & Fidelity Association of America ("SFAA") is a non-p more
Tennessee Urges EPA to Retain Or Update PFHxS Drinking Water Standards Amid Ongoing PFAS Contamination Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
STATE OF TENNESSEE
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND CONSERVATION
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE37243-0435
DAVID W. SALYERS, P.E. DR. JOHN R. DUNN
COMMISSIONER COMMISSIONER
July 17, 2026
Via Federal eRulemaking Portal
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington D.C. 20460
R more
Teya Development Company: Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul Seeks to Enhance Competition and Small Business Participation
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
2026-12560
Federal Acquisition Regulation: Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul Parts 6, 7, 10, 18, 26, 37, and 41
FAR Part 6 - Competitive Requirements
Competition should be viewed as an outcome rather than simply a measure of participation. From industry's perspective, effective competition exists when more
The Net Effect LLC Raises Concern Over Compliance Burden Shift to Small Defense Subcontractors in Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Re: FAR Case 2026-001, Docket No. FAR-2026-0001, RIN 9000-AO86, Federal Acquisition Regulation: Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul, Part 40
To the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council:
The Net Effect, LLC ("TNE") respectfully submits the following comments in response to the proposed rule published at more
Three Rivers Waterkeeper Opposes EPA Proposal to Rescind Federal PFAS Drinking Water Protections
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Three Rivers Waterkeeper
800 Vinial Street, Suite B314
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
www.3RWK.org
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
July 20th, 2026
RE: Public Comment on the Proposed Rescission of Regulatory Determinations and
Removal of Related Provisio more
Transparency Rising Provides Technical Recommendations on CMS Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data Reporting Rules
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comments of Transparency Rising on CMS Request for Information
Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data Collection
(CMS-4218-NC; RIN 0938-AW09; Docket No. CMS-2026-2212)
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services
Dear Ms. Schre more
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Calls for Phase-In Period and Clarifications in Proposed Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul on Controlled Unclassified Information
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 22, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Kevin Rhodes, PMP Matthew C. Blum
Administrator Deputy Administrator
Office of Federal Procurement Policy Office of Federal Procurement Policy
Office of Management and Budget Office of Management and Budget
Washington, DC 20503 Washington, DC 20503
Re: Proposed Rule, Federal Acquisition more
United Mine Workers Urge Commerce Department to Investigate Foreign Anthracite Coal Imports Threatening Domestic Jobs
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
BRIAN SANSON
TELEPHONE
INTERNATIONAL. PRESIDENT (703) 29 I -2440
UNIT'80 MINE WORKERS' HEADQUARTERS
18354 DUANTICO GATEWAY DRIVE. SUITE 200
22172-1779
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UnitedHealth Group Urges CMS to Implement Pharmacy Benefit Manager Provisions With Balance and Flexibility
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Re: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data
Collection (CMS-4218-NC)
Dear Administrator:
Thank you for the opportunity to provide input on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid
Services' (CMS's more
USDA Urges EPA to Approve Higher Afidopyropen Application Rates for Citrus Growers
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Charles Smith, Director
Registration Division (7505P)
Office of Pesticide Programs, Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.
Washington, DC 20460-0001
Re: USDA Comments on Afidopyropen; EPA-HQ-OPP-2025-2565.
Dear Mr. Smith:
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on EPA's Notice of Receipt for af more
USDA Urges EPA to Approve New Nematicide Fluazaindolizine for Turf Use
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Charles Smith, Director
Registration Division (7505P)
Office of Pesticide Programs, Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.
Washington, DC 20460-0001
Re: USDA Comments on Fluazaindolizine; EPA-HQ-OPP-2026-0397.
Dear Mr. Smith:
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on EPA's Notice of Receipt fo more
Vanta Calls for Clarification on FedRAMP 20x Certification in Proposed FAR CUI Compliance Rule
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Re: FAR Case 2026-001
Submitted by: Vanta, Inc., via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (regulations.gov)
Dear Members of the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council:
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on FAR Case 2026-001. We commend the FAR
Council's effort to streamline and clarify the FAR, including more
Water Quality Association Urges EPA to Maintain PFAS Regulations and Highlights Effective Treatment Technologies
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
WATER QUALITY ASSOCIATION
International Headquarters & Laboratory
2375 Cabot Dr., Lisle, IL 60532
(630)505-0160 | wqa.org
A not-for-profit organization
July 20, 2026
Jessica Kramer
Assistant Administrator, Office of Water
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
Dear A more
Water Replenishment District Urges EPA to Provide Accessible Funding for PFAS Compliance to Protect Southern Los Angeles Groundwater
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
DIRECTORS
SERGIO CALDERON, PRESIDENT
ROBERT KATHERMAN, VICE PRESIDENT
JOY LANGFORD, SECRETARY
VERA ROBLES DEWITT, TREASURER
JOHN D. S. ALLEN, DIRECTOR
STEPHAN TUCKER, MBA, PE, PMP, GENERAL MANAGER
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Lee Zeldin
Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N more
Tipoffs: Iran
Mich. Democratic Party Statemen: John James Votes to Fund Trump's Out-of-Control Iran War
LANSING, Michigan, July 25 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following statement on July 23, 2026:
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STATEMENT: John James Votes to Fund Trump's Out-of-Control Iran War
Last night, two-time statewide loser John James and D.C. Republicans voted to fund $95 billion for Donald Trump's chaotic and out-of-control Iran War. In response to James' vote to fund Trump's war, Michigan Democratic Party spokesperson Derrick Honeyman released the following statement:
"Trump ally John James more
Mich. Democratic Party Statement: Michigan Republicans Vote to Fund Trump's Reckless, Cost-Raising Iran War
LANSING, Michigan, July 25 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following statement on July 23, 2026:
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STATEMENT: Michigan Republicans Vote to Fund Trump's Reckless, Cost-Raising Iran War
Yesterday, every Republican representing Michigan in Congress -- including Tom Barrett, Bill Huizenga, and Jack Bergman -- voted to fund tens of billions of dollars for Donald Trump's reckless, cost-raising war in Iran. In response, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel released the follo more
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez Statement on the Iran War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Washington, issued the following statement on July 23, 2026:
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Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez Statement on the Iran War Powers Resolution
"Let me set the record straight: yesterday I voted against Trump's $73 billion slush fund for the Iran war, and just now I just voted to end the war--my fifth vote to end the war since March. I do not support this war. It doesn't make America more secure or prosperous and it isn't a strategy for durab more
Secretary of State Rubio Addresses Global Flashpoints in Manila, Covering Ukraine Peace Efforts, Iran Strategy, Philippine Ties
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following transcript of a news conference by Secretary Marco Rubio at the Philippine International Convention Center highlighting U.S. willingness to broker a peace deal in Ukraine while fielding questions on escalating strikes against Iran and reaffirming defense ties with regional allies in the Indo-Pacific:
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio Remarks to the Press
SECRETARY RUBIO: All right, what's up?
QUESTION: Have you made an more
Senate Finance Ranking Member Wyden Opposes Trump Treasury Nominees
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee, issued the following statement on July 23, 2026, at an executive session to consider four Treasury Department nominations:
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This morning the Finance Committee will vote on four nominees chosen by Donald Trump to serve at the epicenter of his corruption and self-dealing: the Treasury Department.
I said last week that it was up to these four nominees to show the committee that they had the inde more
State Dept. Issues Transcript of Secretary Rubio Interview With Togawa of NHK World-Japan
MANILA, Philippines, July 25 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following transcript of Secretary Marco Rubio's interview on July 23, 2026, with Tak Togawa of NHK World-Japan:
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QUESTION: Secretary, thank you for the time today.
SECRETARY RUBIO: Thank you.
QUESTION: First, I'd like to ask you about the Iran situation. ASEAN countries have expressed concern about the situation in the Middle East, and recently U.S. has been carrying out attacks on Iran for more than 10 days. Do you be more
State Dept.: Sanctioning an Iranian Financial Evasion Network
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following statement on July 24, 2026, by Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott:
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Sanctioning an Iranian Financial Evasion Network
The United States is holding Babak Zanjani and his sprawling network accountable for enabling the Iranian regime to evade sanctions and finance its destabilizing activities, including supporting the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. This action applies further pressure on the Iranian regime foll more
WATCH: Paige Cognetti Joins The Last Word - "You Have Built a Reputation as Someone Who is Willing to Take on Corruption"
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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WATCH: Paige Cognetti Joins The Last Word - "You Have Built a Reputation as Someone Who is Willing to Take on Corruption"
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In case you missed it, Paige Cognetti joined The Last Word on MS NOW to talk about her track record of rooting out political corruption as she takes on stock trading Congressman Rob Bresnahan.
Paige said in part: "We have an anti-corruption agenda that we j more
Anna Paulina Luna Votes to Fund Iran War Killing Americans & Raising Prices
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Anna Paulina Luna Votes to Fund Iran War Killing Americans & Raising Prices
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Polling shows the war in Iran is as unpopular as Iraq and Vietnam wars, and Luna - out of step with his district - supports it
This week, Anna Paulina Luna voted for an 'America Last' budget, greenlighting billions of taxpayer dollars going towards a war that has caused gas prices to skyrocket, cost Fl more
Cantwell Delivers Opening Remarks at July 22 Commerce Committee Markup
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, ranking member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following statement on July 22, 2026:
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Cantwell Delivers Opening Remarks at July 22 Commerce Committee Markup
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, delivered the below opening statement at today's markup of six nominations and seven pieces of legislation, including more
How Much is the Lombardo-Trump Economy Costing Nevadans This Week? ("Commanding Officer" Edition)
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, July 24 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release:
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How Much is the Lombardo-Trump Economy Costing Nevadans This Week? ("Commanding Officer" Edition)
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8 News Now : Clark County gets a 'C' for diversified economy, LVGEA chief says next steps 'not an easy lift'
CNBC : Analysis: Iran war energy shock hits the U.S. economy as gas and diesel prices climb
Welcome back to your weekly rundown of the damage the Lombardo-Trump economy is doing to Nev more
Jon Husted Claims He Wants Iran War To End, But Votes For The Twelfth Time To Support the Conflict
COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 24 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news:
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Jon Husted Claims He Wants Iran War To End, But Votes For The Twelfth Time To Support the Conflict
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Meanwhile, gas prices have skyrocketed again in Cleveland, Columbus, and Toledo
COLUMBUS, OHIO -In a new interview with CNN this week, Jon Husted claimed he wants the Iran "war to end" and for "gas prices to come down." However, Husted's actions don't match his words.
When given another opportunity to vo more
Sheehy Speaks Against Iran War Powers Resolution on Senate Floor
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Tim Sheehy, R-Montana, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Sheehy Speaks Against Iran War Powers Resolution on Senate Floor
Senator Tim Sheehy today delivered a floor speech against the Iran War Powers Resolution to halt U.S. operations against the Iranian regime. The video and full transcript of the senator's remarks are below.
TRANSCRIPT:
"Thank you, Mr. President.
"Yesterday, we saw the President of the United States and many others at D more
Statement From Governor Kathy Hochul on Sgt. Angel S. Rampersad's Removal From Pentagon's Iran War Casualty List
ALBANY, New York, July 24 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Statement From Governor Kathy Hochul on Sgt. Angel S. Rampersad's Removal From Pentagon's Iran War Casualty List
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"Earlier today, I spoke with the family of Sgt. Angel S. Rampersad and heard stories about the remarkable young woman they loved. Their strength in the face of tragedy moved me deeply and reinforced what New Yorkers already know: Sgt. Rampersad served our nation with extraordinar more
House Ways & Means Chairman Smith Opens Markup on Tax-Exempt Transparency Legislation
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following news release:
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Chairman Smith Opening Statement: Markup of Legislation Increasing Transparency & Accountability in Tax-Exempt Sector, Preventing Foreign Influence in American Politics, Protecting Religious Freedom
Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08) delivered the following opening statement at a Committee markup of legislation to increase transparenc more
Secretary of State Rubio Issues Remarks at ASEAN Post-Ministerial Conference With the U.S.
MANILA, Philippines, July 22 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following remarks by Secretary Marco Rubio during the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Post-Ministerial Conference with the U.S. held at the Philippine International Convention Center:
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the ASEAN Post-Ministerial Conference with the United States
SECRETARY RUBIO: Well, thank you. First of all, let me thank you, my colleague from Cambodia, for being our country coordinator now for more
State Dept. Issues Transcript of News Conference by Secretary Rubio at Philippine International Convention Center
MANILA, Philippines, July 22 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following transcript of a news conference by Secretary Marco Rubio at the Philippine International Convention Center:
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SECRETARY RUBIO: Okay. I want to get you guys some stuff. So you ready? Go ahead, go.
QUESTION: Mr. Secretary, you had quite a long meeting here with --
SECRETARY RUBIO: Yeah.
QUESTION: -- your Chinese counterpart.
QUESTION: That's okay. It went quite long. Is that --
SECRETARY RUBIO: Yeah.
QUEST more
State Dept. Issues Readout of Secretary Rubio News Conference at Joint Base Andrews, Md.
JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Maryland, July 19 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following transcript of a news conference with Secretary Marco Rubio:
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QUESTION: Mr. Secretary, can I ask you a question?
SECRETARY RUBIO: Yeah.
QUESTION: You were just at the final of the Spanish-Argentina.
SECRETARY RUBIO: Yeah.
QUESTION: I wanted to ask your thoughts. And are you converted to football?
SECRETARY RUBIO: Well, I'm very - am I what?
QUESTION: Have you converted to football?
SECRETARY R more
