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'So Much Innovation': Cross-Disciplinary Research Incubator Launched at Fordham

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- Fordham University issued the following news: * * * 'So Much Innovation': Cross-Disciplinary Research Incubator Launched at Fordham September 16, 2026 - By Chris Gosier Fordham University has launched a new research hub to get professors from different specialties working together on tough problems facing society. The Transdisciplinary Research Incubator brings together faculty and students from diverse fields of study to work on innovative research projects in areas more

2026 Annual Achievement Award Winners Announced at CCA Annual Convention

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The Competitive Carriers Association issued the following news release: * * * 2026 Annual Achievement Award Winners Announced at CCA Annual Convention September 16, 2026 New Orleans, LA - Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) today announced the winners of its 2026 Annual Achievement Awards onstage at the CCA Annual Convention. The awards recognize industry and community contributions from individuals, carriers, and associates in the communications service provider more

ACT's Statement on President Von Der Leyen's State of the Union Address

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The Association for Competitive Technology (formerly the ACT - The App Association) the following news release: * * * ACT's statement on President von der Leyen's State of the Union address Sep 16, 2026 BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - Following today's State of the Union address, the Association for Competitive Technology (ACT) calls on the Commission and co-legislators to keep small and medium-sized (SMEs) technology companies at the centre of policymaking as they turn today's p more

Annual LLNL Tech Transfer Report Highlights Mission Innovation Impact

LIVERMORE, California, Sept. 17 (TNSrep) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news: * * * Annual LLNL tech transfer report highlights mission innovation impact Sept. 16, 2026 As a Department of Energy (DOE) national laboratory within the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) enterprise, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL)'s mission-focused research yields cutting-edge scientific breakthroughs with applications for bo more

Asia/Pacific AI and GenAI Spending to Reach $555 Billion by 2030 as Enterprises Scale AI Beyond Pilots: IDC

NEEDHAM, Massachusetts, Sept. 17 -- International Data Corp., a provider of market intelligence and advisory services, issued the following news release: * * * Asia/Pacific AI and GenAI Spending to Reach $555 Billion by 2030 as Enterprises Scale AI Beyond Pilots: IDC SINGAPORE, September 17, 2026 - According to IDC's Worldwide AI and Generative AI Spending Guide, V2 2026, August, Asia/Pacific AI and GenAI investment, including China and Japan, is set to grow from $121.5 billion in 2025 to $55 more

ASU London is Higher Ed 'That's Fit for the Future'

TEMPE, Arizona, Sept. 17 -- Arizona State University issued the following news: * * * ASU London is higher ed 'that's fit for the future' Officials, students, laud promise of innovative approach to education By Scott Bordow | September 16, 2026 Story highlights * ASU London lauded as innovative approach to education * Students can earn two degrees in four years * Could be a model for other global universities LONDON -- Michael Goodwin was less than a minute into his remarks Wednesday w more

Catholic University of America: Q&A With Taryn Okuma, New Director of the Honors Program

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The Catholic University of America issued the following news: * * * Q&A with Taryn Okuma, New Director of the Honors Program Sep 16, 2026 What makes Taryn Okuma tick? In her 17 years at The Catholic University of America, she's spent her time creating community around a love of learning, particularly English literature. She's excited to build on her service to students as the new director for the Honors Program, which boasts record enrollment this year. Over tea, she more

Children's Health Defense Issues Commentary: Kids Need Greater Protection From Wireless Radiation, Scientists Say

FRANKLIN LAKES, New Jersey, Sept. 17 -- Children's Health Defense, an organization that says it restores and protects the health of children by eliminating exposures to environmental toxins, issued the following commentary by Suzanne Burdick, senior reporter for The Defender: * * * Kids Need Greater Protection From Wireless Radiation, Scientists Say The International Commission on the Biological Effects of Electromagnetic Fields is calling on governments, schools and the wireless industry to more

Del Mar College Receives $3 Million Federal Grant to Strengthen Teaching, Learning and Workforce Preparation

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, Sept. 17 -- Del Mar College issued the following news: * * * September 16, 2026 Del Mar College receives $3 million federal grant to strengthen teaching, learning and workforce preparation Five-year Classroom to Career project will establish new Center for Educational Advancement and expand digital learning and responsible AI use Article by Jessie Chrobocinski Del Mar College (DMC) has received a five-year, $3 million federal grant to strengthen teaching and digital more

DOE Idaho National Laboratory: Mapping Hidden Organizational Influence in U.S. Critical Infrastructure

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, Sept. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Idaho National Laboratory issued the following news release: * * * Mapping hidden organizational influence in US critical infrastructure September 16, 2026 The next major threat to U.S. critical infrastructure may not come from a cyberattack or natural disaster. It could arrive with a handshake and a signed contract. A foreign company buys land near a power substation. Another secures a seat on the board of an aggregator. No malw more

E&C Advances 16 Bills to Enhance American Technological Development and Strengthen Communications Networks

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release: * * * E&C Advances 16 Bills to Enhance American Technological Development and Strengthen Communications Networks Sep 16, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, led by Chairman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), reported 16 bills to the full House of Representatives. "The bills we advanced today equip American consumers and bu more

ETS Launches Center for Advancing Human Competencies to Establish the Science of Human Capability in an AI-Shaped World

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Sept. 17 -- Educational Testing Service issued the following news release: * * * ETS Launches Center for Advancing Human Competencies to Establish the Science of Human Capability in an AI-Shaped World PRINCETON, N.J. - (September 16, 2026) -- ETS today announced the launch of the Center for Advancing Human Competencies, a new research center within the ETS Research Institute focused on identifying, defining, and validating the human competencies most essential in an AI more

Exelon Adds Continuum Industries to 2c2i Portfolio, Supporting Smarter Grid Planning and Long-Term Affordability

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 17 -- Exelon, an electric holding company, issued the following news release: * * * Exelon Adds Continuum Industries to 2c2i Portfolio, Supporting Smarter Grid Planning and Long-Term Affordability September 16, 2026 CHICAGO - The Exelon Foundation has invested in Continuum Industries and added the company to its Climate Change Investment Initiative (2c2i) portfolio, continuing its support for innovative companies developing practical solutions that can help strengthe more

Fla. Education Dept.: Florida Sets National Standard for Responsible AI in Classrooms--From VPK Through College

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 17 -- The Florida State Board of Education issued the following news: * * * September 16, 2026 Florida Sets National Standard for Responsible AI in Classrooms--From VPK Through College New State Board rules put parents in charge, ban companion artificial intelligence, protect student data, and keep teachers--not chatbots--at the center of learning - Tallahassee, Fla., September 16, 2026 - Today, the Florida State Board of Education adopted new rules governing th more

Frost & Sullivan and LeadLeo Identify Five Industries Shaping China's Next 50 Years of Growth

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 17 (TNSrep) -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release: * * * Frost & Sullivan and LeadLeo Identify Five Industries Shaping China's Next 50 Years of Growth New White Paper examines the long-term transformation of artificial intelligence, intelligent manufacturing, mass consumption, healthcare and semiconductors SHANGHAI, Sept. 16, 2026 -- Frost & Su more

Gartner Forecasts IT Spending in Australia to Exceed $192 Billion in 2027

STAMFORD, Connecticut, Sept. 17 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release: * * * Gartner Forecasts IT Spending in Australia to Exceed $192 Billion in 2027 GOLD COAST, Australia, September 16, 2026 Analysts Explore the Latest Trends at Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo, September 14-16 on the Gold Coast IT spending in Australia is expected to exceed A$192.2 billion in 2027, an increase of 8.7% from 2026, according to Gartner, Inc. more

Gartner Identifies the Top Four AI Trends Transforming Warehousing for Supply Chain Leaders

STAMFORD, Connecticut, Sept. 17 -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release: * * * Gartner Identifies the Top Four AI Trends Transforming Warehousing for Supply Chain Leaders STAMFORD, Conn., September 16, 2026 Research Highlights Inflection Point for Warehouse Digital Transformation Four globally disruptive AI trends are set to transform warehousing, according to Gartner, Inc., a business and technology insights company. Gartner an more

Georgia State University: Research on Empathic Digital Humans Expands With New Publication, International Reach

ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 17 (TNSjou) -- Georgia State University issued the following news: * * * Research on Empathic Digital Humans Expands With New Publication, International Reach September 16, 2026 ATLANTA -- Research originating at Georgia State University's Creative Media Industries Institute (CMII) into empathic digital humans and human-centered artificial intelligence is continuing to evolve, with a new peer-reviewed publication, international research activity and professional reco more

GVSU and Van Andel Institute Partner to Launch AI Research and Innovation Institute

ALLENDALE, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: * * * GVSU and Van Andel Institute partner to launch AI Research and Innovation Institute By Sarah Schaible Sep 16, 2026 GVSU and Van Andel Institute (VAI) are jointly launching the Artificial Intelligen ce Research and Innovation Institute (AIRII) this fall, uniting two of West Michigan's leading research communities behind a shared ambition: to make the region a nationally recognized center where ar more

House Energy & Commerce Chairman Guthrie: WTAS - Ratepayer Protection Act Safeguards Hardworking Families

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release: * * * WTAS: The Ratepayer Protection Act Safeguards Hardworking Families Sep 16, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, today highlighted widespread support for the Ratepayer Protection Act, which would require state public utility commissions to consider a strategy to make d more

International Data Corp.: European AI Spending on Track for $470 Billion by 2030 as Agentic AI Widens the Divide Between Western and Central & Eastern Europe

NEEDHAM, Massachusetts, Sept. 17 -- International Data Corp., a provider of market intelligence and advisory services, issued the following news release: * * * European AI Spending on Track for $470 Billion by 2030 as Agentic AI Widens the Divide Between Western and Central & Eastern Europe European companies' use cases focus on operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and resilience. MILAN, September 17, 2026 -- According to the IDC Worldwide AI and Generative AI Spending Guide 2026 V2, Eur more

Johns Hopkins Launches Global Search to Identify Its Next Provost

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Sept. 17 -- Johns Hopkins University issued the following news: * * * Johns Hopkins launches global search to identify its next provost The process will be led by a 25-member search committee chaired by Theodore DeWeese, dean of the medical faculty and CEO of Johns Hopkins Medicine - A 25-member universitywide search committee has been selected to help lead a global search to identify Johns Hopkins University's next provost, the institution's chief academic officer. Th more

Monmouth University: Leahy and Santelli Named to NJBIZ 2026 Education Power List

WEST LONG BRANCH, New Jersey, Sept. 17 -- Monmouth University issued the following news: * * * Leahy and Santelli Named to NJBIZ 2026 Education Power List September 15, 2026 Monmouth University President Patrick F. Leahy, Ed.D., and Robert Santelli '73 '14HN, executive director of the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music, were named to the NJBIZ 2026 Education Power List. This is Leahy's seventh consecutive year on the roster and Santelli's first appearance. NJBIZ annually identifies more

Murray, Baldwin Sound Alarm on Trump Admin's Plans to Siphon Away & Likely Impound Healthcare Research Funds

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Murray, Baldwin Sound Alarm on Trump Admin's Plans to Siphon Away & Likely Impound Healthcare Research Funds 09.16.26 Lawmakers demand immediate information about plans to award tens of millions in AHRQ funding set to expire September 30, after HHS informed them it plans to transfer some funding to other agencies Washington, D.C. -- Today, U.S. more

NetApp and Tampa Bay Buccaneers Partner to Enable Data-Driven Operational Excellence

SUNNYVALE, California, Sept. 17 -- NetApp, a provider of software, systems and services to manage and store data, issued the following news release: * * * NetApp and Tampa Bay Buccaneers Partner to Enable Data-Driven Operational Excellence New sponsorship expands NetApp's presence across the NFL, delivering trusted data, intelligence, and the ability to perform in critical moments SAN JOSE, Calif. - September 16, 2026 - NetApp(R) (NASDAQ: NTAP), the Intelligent Data Infrastructure company, t more

New Army Agreement Fuels Opportunities at CBU

RIVERSIDE, California, Sept. 17 -- California Baptist University issued the following news: * * * New Army agreement fuels opportunities at CBU Riverside, Calif. (Sept. 16, 2026) -- Earlier this summer, California Baptist University signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence at Fort Huachuca in Arizona. This MOU creates opportunities for collaboration in scientific, technical and defense-related innovation. The agreement expands a growing netwo more

New Jersey Institute of Technology: Jocelyn Kranicka, Fintech Major, Wins Rising Star Award

NEWARK, New Jersey, Sept. 17 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Jocelyn Kranicka, Fintech Major, Wins Rising Star Award Published: September 16, 2026 Written by: Evan Koblentz Jocelyn Kranicka, a senior financial technology major, spends her time analyzing data and performing community service -- and now she is a recipient of the New Jersey Business & Industry Association's Rising Star award. Kranicka, from Washington Township in Warren County, intend more

Newmark J-School Launches Applications for New AI Journalism Labs for 2027, and Partnership With Project C

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism issued the following news: * * * Newmark J-School launches applications for new AI Journalism Labs for 2027, and partnership with Project C Published on Tuesday, September 15th, 2026 The Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY is launching two new AI training programs for journalists in 2027, including one in partnership with Project C, the research hub and community for journalists building inde more

NSGA Collaborating With AI Expert Susan Sly on AI Resources for Sporting Goods Industry

MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois, Sept. 17 -- The National Sporting Goods Association posted the following news: * * * NSGA Collaborating with AI Expert Susan Sly on AI Resources for Sporting Goods Industry DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS (September 15, 2026) - Using AI (artificial intelligence) to make our busy professional and personal lives more efficient is one of the world's hottest topics. The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) is addressing the challenges of using AI in the sporting goods i more

OU Health Campus Explores AI's Potential to Improve Health in Oklahoma

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Sept. 17 -- The University of Oklahoma Health campus issued the following news: * * * OU Health Campus Explores AI's Potential to Improve Health in Oklahoma Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 OKLAHOMA CITY - Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing healthcare, research and education, creating new opportunities to improve the health of Oklahomans while also raising important questions about its risks and responsible use. Those opportunities and challenges too more

Pepperdine University to Host the Sixth Annual Human-Centered AI Conference and the Inaugural Summit on Faith in AI

MALIBU, California, Sept. 17 -- Pepperdine University issued the following news: * * * Pepperdine University to Host the Sixth Annual Human-Centered AI Conference and the Inaugural Summit on Faith in AI September 16, 2026 Pepperdine University will host the 6th annual Human-Centered AI Conference, as well as the inaugural Global Summit on Faith in AI this fall. On September 25-26, leading AI practitioners, researchers, corporate executives, and global religious figures will converge in Mali more

Rockefeller Foundation: New Global Poll - Amid Growing Pessimism, Security Tops Priorities for International Cooperation

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 (TNSrpt) -- The Rockefeller Foundation posted the following news release: * * * New Global Poll: Amid Growing Pessimism, Security Tops Priorities for International Cooperation Published Date September 16, 2026 Support for international cooperation holds steady even as nearly 7 in 10 say the world has gotten worse over the past year After learning the projected human cost of recent aid cuts, majorities in all 34 countries favor reversing cuts or increasing aid - NEW YORK more

Siddhartha Mukherjee Discusses AI and Health at OU Presidential Speakers Series Dinner

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Sept. 17 -- The University of Oklahoma Health campus issued the following news: * * * Siddhartha Mukherjee discusses AI and health at OU Presidential Speakers Series dinner Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 NORMAN, Okla. - The University of Oklahoma welcomed Siddhartha Mukherjee to campus for the Presidential Speakers Series dinner on the evening of Sept. 9 at the Oklahoma Memorial Union. Mukherjee -- an oncologist, entrepreneur and Pulitzer Prize-winning auth more

Small Business Majority: Poll - Record Percentage of Small Businesses Report Increasing Expenses

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 (TNSrep) -- Small Business Majority issued the following news release: * * * New Poll: Record Percentage of Small Businesses Report Increasing Expenses September 16, 2026 Voice of Main Street, a quarterly survey of Small Business Majority's network, finds affordability challenges at an all-time high Washington, D.C.-- A record percentage of small business owners say their expenses have increased over the last three months as many face declining revenue and reduced custo more

TEDCO Announces Seed Investment in Syntes AI to Advance Enterprise Workflow Automation

COLUMBIA, Maryland, Sept. 17 -- TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corp., issued the following news release: * * * TEDCO Invests in Syntes AI Maryland-based AI company developing tools to enable organizations to deploy purpose-built AI applications for complex operations - COLUMBIA, Md. (September 16, 2026) -- TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announced a $250,000 investment in Syntes AI, a Maryland-based AI company. The investment, made through TEDCO's See more

Transcript: Mayor Mamdani Holds Press Conference To Make Infrastructure Announcement

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news: * * * Transcript: Mayor Mamdani Holds Press Conference To Make Infrastructure Announcement September 16, 2026 Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani: Good morning, my friends, and welcome to the Throne Labs warehouse here in Queens. I first want to acknowledge and to thank City Council Member Sandy Nurse, who -- let's have a round of applause for Sandy -- who has been a leader in this fight for years. It is an honor to m more

UH Health Names Beto Lopez Executive Director of Institute for Digital Healthcare Transformation

HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 17 -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * UH Health Names Beto Lopez Executive Director of Institute for Digital Healthcare Transformation Innovation leader brings extensive experience in human-centered design, commercialization and entrepreneurship By Bryan Luhn September 16, 2026 Key Takeaways * New leadership for digital healthcare: Beto Lopez has been named the inaugural executive director of the Institute for Digital Healthcare Transforma more

UJET Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2026 North American Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition for Customer Experience Platforms

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 17 (TNSrep) -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release: * * * UJET Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2026 North American Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition for Customer Experience Platforms UJET's mobile-native architecture, AI-first strategy, and orchestration model - turns strategic vision into measurable customer outcomes. San Antonio, TX -- Se more

Unisys Transfers Approximately $200 Million of Its U.S. Defined Benefit Pension Obligations to New York Life Through the Purchase of a Group Annuity Contract

BLUE BELL, Pennsylvania, Sept. 17 -- Unisys, a technology solutions company, issued the following news release: * * * Unisys Transfers Approximately $200 Million of Its U.S. Defined Benefit Pension Obligations to New York Life Through the Purchase of a Group Annuity Contract Consistent with Unisys' capital structure and pension strategy, this agreement reduces pension liabilities and lowers the future cost of fully removing its U.S. pension obligations - BLUE BELL, Pa., Sept. 16, 2026 - Uni more

University of Chicago Energy Policy Institute: Concern About AI's Environmental Impact Has Risen Over the Past Year, Especially Among Young Adults

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 17 -- The University of Chicago Energy Policy Institute issued the following news: * * * Sep 16, 2026 Concern About AI's Environmental Impact has Risen Over the Past Year, Especially Among Young Adults Most Americans are also concerned about the impact of data centers on electricity prices, water supply, and power outages, and they support policies regulating data centers. - Americans are increasingly concerned about the environmental consequences of artificial int more

University of Michigan: Most Powerful Laser in US Funded for Another 5 Years

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Most powerful laser in US funded for another 5 years Published On: September 16, 2026 The U.S. National Science Foundation provides $33M to make key upgrades and keep the laser in service for a growing group of U.S. and international users Key takeaways * Anticipated upgrades include a larger target chamber to enable new kinds of experiments, beam smoothing to reach full power and AI integration. more

University of St. Thomas-Houston: Engineering Receives Grant From U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security

HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 17 -- The University of St. Thomas Houston campus issued the following news: * * * Engineering Receives Grant from U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security The University of St. Thomas Department of Physics and Engineering is beginning to focus on the science of autonomous systems. The new Autonomous Vehicle System (AVS) Lab has received its first externally funded research award since moving to UST--a two-year, $218,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Engi more

University of Texas-Austin: 2026 Kay Bailey Hutchison Energy Symposium Brings Together University and Industry Leaders

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 17 -- The University of Texas issued the following news: * * * 2026 Kay Bailey Hutchison Energy Symposium Brings Together University and Industry Leaders This year's event invited University leadership, alumni and industry partners to discuss the future of energy globally. September 16, 2026 Last Friday, current and former Longhorns gathered with industry leaders in the Zlotnik Family Ballroom for the Kay Bailey Hutchison Energy Center's annual Energy Symposium. The all more

UTHealth Houston-developed AI Tool Nears Psychiatrist-level Accuracy

HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 17 (TNSjou) -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston issued the following news: * * * UTHealth Houston-developed AI tool nears psychiatrist-level accuracy By Catherine Thibault September 16, 2026 UTHealth Houston researchers developed an artificial intelligence system that can perform a mental health evaluation at nearly the same accuracy as a team of psychiatrists. The results of their work, done in collaboration with Yale University and published more

Vanderbilt University Peabody College: AI is Shaping Kids. What If Kids Could Shape AI, Too?

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Sept. 17 -- Vanderbilt University Peabody College issued the following news: * * * AI is shaping kids. What if kids could shape AI, too? A new AI teaching framework from Vanderbilt researchers goes beyond technical competency. It equips children with agency, creativity and a critical lens. Sep 16, 2026 By Jennifer Kiilerich Vanderbilt University's Golnaz Arastoopour Irgens, assistant professor of human-centered learning technologies at Peabody College of education and more

Walmart and SCAN to Launch Co-Branded Medicare Advantage Plan

BENTONVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 17 -- Walmart issued the following news: * * * Walmart and SCAN to Launch Co-Branded Medicare Advantage Plan New offering will pair SCAN's Medicare expertise with Walmart's convenience, everyday low prices, health and wellness services, and technology capabilities LONG BEACH, Calif. and BENTONVILLE, Ark., Sept. 16, 2026 -- SCAN Health Plan (SCAN), and Walmart Inc. (Nasdaq: WMT) today announced a strategic collaboration to launch a co-branded Medicare Advantage pl more

Walmart Data Ventures Is Building the Future of Commerce Intelligence

BENTONVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 17 -- Walmart issued the following news: * * * Walmart Data Ventures Is Building the Future of Commerce Intelligence Sept. 16, 2026 At Inspire 2026, Walmart Data Ventures brings its growing Scintilla community together to showcase what's working today and unveil new capabilities shaping what comes next Key Insights * Scintilla is evolving into a commerce intelligence platform, giving suppliers a more integrated view of their Walmart business. * AI-powered capa more

Human Performance Optimization Model Contractor Sought for Navy in San Diego, California

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The U.S. Navy is seeking support in San Diego, California, to advance its Human Performance Optimization (HPO) Model. This effort aims to establish a comprehensive baseline of resources and capabilities to enhance the development, implementation, and evaluation of human performance programs within the U.S. Navy fitness program. The initiative focuses on integrating cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, and immersive virtual platf more

Virtual Physical Therapy Pilot Program Extended by Defense Health Agency in Falls Church, Virginia

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The Defense Health Agency in Falls Church, Virginia, is extending its virtual physical therapy pilot program to continue delivering convenient, clinically effective physical therapy services to active duty servicemembers and their families. This program uses advanced sensor-free technology, artificial intelligence-enabled biomechanic feedback, and digital patient engagement to provide musculoskeletal and pelvic floor therapy fully remotely through the agency's enterprise more

11 Doctors of Clinical Laboratory Science Professionals Urge CMS to Preserve Risk-Based Suboptimal Specimen Testing and Permit Remote Competency Assessments

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations; CMS-3485-NC Dear Administrator Oz and Dr. Bhattach more

A Spartan who helps shape AI to serve the common good

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 16 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * A Spartan who helps shape AI to serve the common good * Long before Lorenzo Santavicca, a 2018 James Madison College graduate in international relations, was helping teams at Google DeepMind navigate some of the complex challenges in artificial intelligence, he got the chance to learn how to bring people together amid uncertainty at Michigan State University. Santavicca served as president of the more

AACR Releases Annual Cancer Progress Report Highlighting Promising Advances for Patients

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 16 [Category: Medical] (TNSrpt) -- The American Association for Cancer Research posted the following news release: * * * AACR Releases Annual Cancer Progress Report Highlighting Promising Advances for Patients * #FDA approved 11 new cancer drugs during the 12 months covered by the report, but continued progress will require sustained federal investment in cancer research PHILADELPHIA - Today, the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) released the more

Abbott Urges CMS to Establish Dedicated Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments Specialty for Molecular Testing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 11, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 Regulations [CMS-3485-NC] Dear Administrator more

Abridge Urges CMS to Recognize the Role of Technology in Reducing Administrative Burden and Enhancing Primary Care

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet C. Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P Mail Stop C4-26-05 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 File Code: CMS-1848-P Dear Administrator Oz: On behalf of Abri more

Advion Urges CMS to Reconsider Proposed Payment Adjustments and Reclassification Changes in Home Health Policy

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1444 I (Eye) Street, NW | Suite 301 |Washington, DC 20005 202.803.2385 | www.ADVIONadvocates.org August 31, 2026 VIA Electronic Submission The Honorable Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Department of Health and Human Services Room 445-G, Hubert H. Humphrey Building 200 Independ more

AI in Pulmonary Medicine: What Works Now and What Still Needs Proof

MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 16 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * AI in Pulmonary Medicine: What Works Now and What Still Needs Proof * Dr. Shirin Shafazand, the inaugural faculty director for the Miller School of Medicine's Office of AI, argues artificial intelligence is helping clinicians analyze pulmonary imaging and other complex data, but local validation, human oversight and stronger evidence are essential. Key Takeaways * Pulmonary imag more

AI on Campus: Catholic Press Spotlights Benedictine's Approach

ATCHISON, Kansas, Sept. 16 -- Benedictine College issued the following news: * * * AI on Campus: Catholic Press Spotlights Benedictine's Approach * How can Catholics professionals thrive in the post-AI workplace -and when should Catholics, in good conscience, refuse to use AI? Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas, is emerging as a leader in answering those questions. EWTN News, the National Catholic Register; the Kansas City Catholic Key and Aleteia all reported on Benedictine College an more

AJACE Inc. Urges SBA to Establish a Tiered Set-Aside Structure to Prevent Market Distortion Between Micro and Mid-Tier Entities

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. PUBLIC COMMENT OF AJACE, INC. Re: Small Business Size Standards Docket No. SBA-2026-0199 RIN 3245-AI67 Submitted by: AJACE, Inc. 14159 Robert Paris Ct., Suite A Chantilly, VA 20151 (703) 853-8103 Anitaj@ajace.com September 2026 Administrator U.S. Small Business Administration Washington, DC 20416 Re: Comments on Pro more

American Association of Bioanalysts Urges CMS to Establish Dedicated Andrology and Genetics Specialties

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services The Honorable Erica Schwartz Director Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Department of Health and Human Services Re: Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments Request for Information (CMS-3485-NC) Dear A more

American Society for Clinical Pathology Urges CMS to Extend Specimen Block Retention Requirements

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, DC 20201 Re Request for Information Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 Regulations CMS 3485 NC Dear Administrator Oz: The American Society for Clinical P more

American Society for Clinical Pathology Urges CMS to Preserve Laboratory Director Discretion in Evaluating and Testing Suboptimal Specimens

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, DC 20201 Re Request for Information Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 Regulations CMS 3485 NC Dear Administrator Oz: The American Society for Cl more

American Society for Microbiology Clinical & Public Health Microbiology Urges CMS to Adopt Flexible Validation Frameworks for Advanced Molecular Testing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 Erica Schwartz, M.D., M.P.H., J.D. Director Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1600 Clifton Road Atlanta, GA 30329 Re: CMS-3485-NC; Request for Information; Cli more

Anderon, an IBM Company, Finalizes Agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce for a $1 Billion CHIPS Award to Accelerate R&D for U.S.-Based Pure-Play Quantum Foundry

ARMONK, New York, Sept. 16 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release: * * * Anderon, an IBM Company, Finalizes Agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce for a $1 Billion CHIPS Award to Accelerate R&D for U.S.-Based Pure-Play Quantum Foundry * ALBANY, NY, September 16, 2026 - Today, Anderon LLC ("Anderon"), an IBM (NYSE: IBM) company, announced the finalization of a $1 billion award under the CHIPS and Science Act with the U.S. Department of Commerce (th more

Artera Urges CMS to Refrain From Imposing Certification Mandates on Non-Laboratory Sites Using Authorized Image Analysis Software

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 650-239-7018 www.artera.ai 1 September 14, 2026 Via Regulations.gov The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: Request for Information: Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendm more

ARUP Laboratories Urges CMS to Streamline Duplicative Multi-Site Competency Assessments and Recognize Virtual Observations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10, 2026 Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016, Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: CMS-3485-NC; Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations To Whom it May Concern, Introduction We ar more

Assistant professor of chemical engineering earns $1 million NSF grant

AUBURN, Alabama, Sept. 16 -- Auburn University College of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Assistant professor of chemical engineering earns $1 million NSF grant * Can a robot sense touch using some of the same physical and biological mechanisms found in living systems? Jean-Francois Louf is working toward making that possible. Louf, an assistant professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering, is the principal investigator on a $1.04 million National Science Foundation proj more

Associate Dean Daryl Lim's article forthcoming in Michigan Technology Law Review

CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, Sept. 16 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news: * * * Associate Dean Daryl Lim's article forthcoming in Michigan Technology Law Review * CARLISLE, PA-H. Laddie Montague Jr. Chair in Law and Associate Dean for Research and Strategic Partnerships Daryl Lim's article, "Wired Minds: Neural Interfaces, Platform Power, and Control Over Neural Data," is forthcoming in the Michigan Technology Law Review, with publication expected i more

Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies Urges CMS to Retain Technology-Neutral Performance Specifications and Professional Oversight of AI

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Mehmet Oz MD, MBA Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations (CMS-3485-NC) Dear Dr. Oz: The Assoc more

Association of Genetic Technologists Urges CMS for Modernization of CLIA Regulations to Preserve Clinical Cytogenetics as a Distinct Specialty

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The Association of Genetic Technologists 219 Timberland Trail Lane Rocky Top, TN 37769 Web: www.agt-info.org Email: agtinfonow@agt-info.org Phone: 423.567.4AGT Comment on CMS-3485-NC: Clinical Cytogenetics Re: CLIA Request for Information | RIN: 0938-AW01 | Questions: Clinical Cytogenetics 1 and 2 Submitted more

At EEI and Axios Event, Energy Leaders Discuss How to Protect Customers and Meet Growing Electricity Demand

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 [Category: Energy] -- The Edison Electric Institute issued the following news release: * * * At EEI and Axios Event, Energy Leaders Discuss How to Protect Customers and Meet Growing Electricity Demand * WASHINGTON (September 16, 2026) -The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) and Axios yesterday convened industry leaders, lawmakers, and regulators for Electricity in Transition: Current Challenges, Future Power. The event explored the policy solutions and infrastructure invest more

Ball State Alumnus and Game Designer Ben Vu Returns as Visiting Expert in Residence

MUNCIE, Indiana, Sept. 16 -- Ball State University issued the following news release: * * * Ball State Alumnus and Game Designer Ben Vu Returns as Visiting Expert in Residence * Ball State University's College of Communication, Information, and Media (CCIM) has welcomed accomplished animator, game creator, and entrepreneur Ben Vu, '00, back to campus this Fall as the Edmund F. and Virginia B. Ball Visiting Expert in Residence for Media. The Visiting Expert in Residence initiative brings med more

Behind the research at UTC: Dr. Ziwei Ma

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Sept. 16 -- The University of Tennessee Chattanooga Campus posted the following news: * * * Behind the research at UTC: Dr. Ziwei Ma * University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Associate Professor of Mathematics Ziwei Ma is bringing statistical expertise to a multi-university research project developing wearable technology and artificial intelligence tools to support rehabilitation for people with neurological motor disorders. Supported by a U.S. National Science Founda more

Big challenges, shared solutions

ITHACA, New York, Sept. 16 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Big challenges, shared solutions * Behind many everyday IT challenges are communities of colleagues working together to find better solutions. Recent discussions in Cornell's Service Management Special Interest Group (SIG) explored knowledge management, or how to make information easier to find, maintain, and share across teams. The conversation is one example of how Cornell's SIGs bring people together to exch more

Bioeconomy Information Sharing & Analysis Center Urges CMS to Require Network Segmentation and Cryptographic Data Integrity Safeguards

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. TO: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) & Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) FROM: Bioeconomy Information Sharing and Analysis Center (BIO-ISAC) DATE: September 14, 2026 SUBJECT: BIO-ISAC Public Comment on CLIA Regulations: Clinical Laboratory more

Bipartisan Delegation Urges House Leaders To Take Immediate Action On Artificial Intelligence

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Bipartisan Delegation Urges House Leaders To Take Immediate Action On Artificial Intelligence * Congressman Don Beyer, co-chair of Congress' bipartisan Caucus on Artificial Intelligence, today led a bipartisan group of 10 leaders on AI in the U.S. House in pressing leadership of both parties to take immediate, urgent action to address risks posed by rapidly advancing artificial intelligence (AI). The more

BJC HealthCare Urges CMS to Address Calibration Verification Challenges for Closed Instruments

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Dr. Mehmut Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC Mail Stop C4-26-05 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850. RE: Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations more

Cancer Nation Releases Results from Survey of 600 Clinicians on Survivorship Care

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Sept. 16 [Category: Medical] (TNSrep) -- Cancer Nation (formerly the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship) posted the following news: * * * Cancer Nation Releases Results from Survey of 600 Clinicians on Survivorship Care * Since 2019, Cancer Nation has conducted a Survivorship Survey of cancer survivors and caregivers to learn about their experiences with cancer care, during and after treatment. This year, we wanted to hear the other side of the story: what do more

CEE professor seeks to make water service restoration safer, faster

AUBURN, Alabama, Sept. 16 -- Auburn University College of Engineering posted the following news: * * * CEE professor seeks to make water service restoration safer, faster * Restoring service after a broken water main is a balancing act. Refill the system too quickly and water can compress trapped air, creating damaging pressure surges. Move too slowly and homes and businesses remain without water longer than necessary. Jose Vasconcelos, professor of water resources in the Department of Civ more

Circle Launches Arc Mainnet, an Economic Operating System for the Internet

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 16 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Circle Internet Financial, a financial technology firm, issued the following news release: * * * Circle Launches Arc Mainnet, an Economic Operating System for the Internet * Secured by the institutions that run the world's financial infrastructure, Arc goes live with more than 100 institutional and ecosystem builders on day one, offering a new era in blockchain networks, and built for the Agentic Economic Era NEW YORK - SE more

CIS Releases the CIS MCP Server Benchmark v1.0.0

EAST GREENBUSH, New York, Sept. 16 [Category: Computer Technology] -- The Center for Internet Security issued the following news release: * * * CIS Releases the CIS MCP Server Benchmark v1.0.0 New CIS Benchmark helps organizations securely connect AI assistants and agents to data, applications, and online services CLIFTON PARK, N.Y., Sept. 16, 2026 -The Center for Internet Security, Inc. (CIS(r)) today announced the release of the CIS MCP Server Benchmark v1.0.0, a consensus-developed set of more

Co-designing a STEM curriculum for Indigenous kids

FLAGSTAFF, Arizona, Sept. 16 -- Northern Arizona University posted the following news: * * * Co-designing a STEM curriculum for Indigenous kids * They say success is nothing without someone to share it with. That's certainly true in Tuba City, an 8,600-person town in the Navajo Nation. "Members of the Navajo Nation love celebrating," said Anne Hamlin, a research associate at NAU's Center for STEM Teaching and Learning (CSTL). "They turn out to basketball games, parades, flea markets and fa more

Coast Guard debuts new collaboration and research hub on artificial intelligence

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news: * * * Coast Guard debuts new collaboration and research hub on artificial intelligence * Coast Guard advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have a new address: the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. The Center, which opens this fall at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, will bring together experts from across government, academia, and industry to explore AI's potent more

College of Medical Technologists of Puerto Rico Urges CMS to Recognize Pre-Analytical Specimen Preparation as Technical Functions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Comments on CMS-2026-2345-0001 Submitted by the College of Medical Technologists of Puerto Rico Regarding the CLIA Request for Information (RFI) Introduction The College of Medical Technologists of Puerto Rico appreciates the opportunity to provide comments in response to this Request for Information more

Columbia University Teachers College: Monique Herena (M.A. '17) Named HR Executive of the Year

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 -- Columbia University Teachers College issued the following news: * * * Monique Herena (M.A. '17) Named HR Executive of the Year Monique Herena (M.A. '17), Chief Colleague Experience Officer at American Express, has been named the 2026 HR Executive of the Year by the field's leading publication, HR Executive. Honored for her innovative approach to professional development, employee experience and change leadership in the age of AI, Herena is a graduate of TC's Executive Ma more

Congressman McCormick Chairs Critical Hearing on Biotechnology Amid Race with China for Global Leadership

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Rich McCormick, R-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman McCormick Chairs Critical Hearing on Biotechnology Amid Race with China for Global Leadership * Washington, D.C. -Today, Congressman Rich McCormick (GA-07), Chairman of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee's Subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight, chaired a hearing examining America's biotechnology leadership, federal oversight of high-risk biological research, and more

Congressman Taylor Votes to Shield Ohioans from Rising Data Center Energy Costs

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Dave Taylor, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Taylor Votes to Shield Ohioans from Rising Data Center Energy Costs * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Dave Taylor (OH-02) released the following statement on today's passage of H.R. 9340, the Ratepayer Protection Act. This bill would establish a federal standard for protecting American consumers from surging energy costs resulting from local large-load electricity users like AI data centers. more

Congresswoman Escobar Statement on Ratepayer Protection Act

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Escobar Statement on Ratepayer Protection Act * Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement on the Ratepayer Protection Act: "After months of urging the Republican majority to allow the House to vote on data center regulation legislation, the only bill they are allowing to move forward is the Ratepayer Protection Act, which requires tech companies more

Connected Health Initiative Urges Clarification and Guidance on AI Software, Data-Only Facilities, and Cybersecurity Regulations for Modern Laboratory Testing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, Maryland 21244-8016 RE: Comments of the Connected Health Initiative on the Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Imp more

CSBS Announces AI Supervisory Framework

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Conference of State Bank Supervisors posted the following news release: * * * CSBS Announces AI Supervisory Framework * Washington, D.C. - The Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) today released a new supervisory resource to support state examiners in assessing the use and risks of artificial intelligence (AI) at state-chartered banks and state-licensed nonbank financial institutions. The publicly released framework also helps more

Curtis, Blunt Rochester Call for AI Hearings, Regulation

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. John Curtis, R-Utah, issued the following news release: * * * Curtis, Blunt Rochester Call for AI Hearings, Regulation * Bipartisan members of the Senate Commerce Committee issue joint statement on artificial intelligence (AI) WASHINGTON-U.S. Senators John Curtis (R-UT) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE), members of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, issued the following joint statement calling for swift public congressional hearings to inf more

DAF Battle Network driving multi-domain integration, decision advantage

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news: * * * DAF Battle Network driving multi-domain integration, decision advantage * NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. (AFNS) - Brig. Gen. Joshua Williams, Dr. Bryan Tipton and Col. Raj Agrawal delivered a clear message on the "DAF Battle Network: Why is it crucial?" panel during the Air and Space Forces Association's Air, Space and Cyber Conference in National Harbor, Sept. 15. The panel, moderated by Heather Penney, director of studies more

Daines on Fox Business: "We Cannot Slow Down in the Race Against China"

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Steve Daines, R-Montana, issued the following news release: * * * Daines on Fox Business: "We Cannot Slow Down in the Race Against China" * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined Stuart Varney on Fox Business to discuss the latest on diesel prices and race in AI against China. Watch the full exchange HERE. Daines on diesel fuel prices: We are farm and ranch country in Montana. We pride ourselves on that rich heritage. Look, the farmers and r more

Dana-Farber's Edward Chouchani, PhD, selected as a 2026 Blavatnik National Award finalist

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 16 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute issued the following news release: * * * Dana-Farber's Edward Chouchani, PhD, selected as a 2026 Blavatnik National Award finalist * Edward Chouchani, PhD, principal investigator of the Chouchani Lab at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, was one of 18 scientists named as finalists for the 2026 Blavatnik National Awards for Young Scientists, a significant prize for early-career researchers. Presented by th more

Data Center Capex Grew 92 Percent in 2Q 2026, Driven by Surging AI Demand and Memory Costs, According to Dell'Oro Group

REDWOOD CITY, California, Sept. 16 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Dell'Oro Group, a provider of market information about the networking and telecommunications industries, issued the following news release: * * * Data Center Capex Grew 92 Percent in 2Q 2026, Driven by Surging AI Demand and Memory Costs, According to Dell'Oro Group * REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - September 16, 2026 - According to a recently published report by Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the more

Deluzio Calls for House Republicans to Keep Congress in Washington, D.C. to Regulate AI Superintelligence

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Deluzio Calls for House Republicans to Keep Congress in Washington, D.C. to Regulate AI Superintelligence * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) joined more than 100 members of Congress in calling for Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson to keep the U.S. House of Representatives in session and working at the nation's Capitol until Congress advances a bill with si more

Dingell Continues Demands for Transparency from University of Michigan on Los Alamos Project

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell Continues Demands for Transparency from University of Michigan on Los Alamos Project * U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) requested a full public disclosure of the underlying agreement between the University of Michigan (U-M) and Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) regarding their proposed joint research computing center in Ypsilanti Township. In a letter to U-M leadership, C more

Distributed production wargame tests Arsenal of Freedom sustainment in future conflict scenarios

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The Defense Logistics Agency issued the following news: * * * Distributed production wargame tests Arsenal of Freedom sustainment in future conflict scenarios * FORT BELVOIR, Va. - In a future fight where stockpiles are compromised and traditional supply lines are severed, victory may ultimately depend on how quickly industry can expand manufacturing capacity and whether forward-deployed troops can produce critical replacement parts on demand. To solve those operati more

DOT Urged to Standardize Digital Right-of-Way Data to Accelerate Infrastructure Projects

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 76 School Street, Somerville, MA 02143 | cyvl.com September 15, 2026 U.S. Department of Transportation Docket Operations West Building, 5th Floor, Room W58-213 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, DC 20590 Submitted electronically via regulations.gov and AGCC@dot.gov Re: Docket No. DOT-OST-2026-3269 - Ameri more

DSU leaders highlight national security mission during government visits

MADISON, South Dakota, Sept. 16 -- Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * DSU leaders highlight national security mission during government visits * SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - Dakota State University recently welcomed congressional and government leaders for a series of discussions highlighting how the university is applying its expertise to serve South Dakota, the region, and the nation. The visits showcased a vision that connects DSU's educational mission, applied research, wor more

Fall Convocation 2026: History Makers in the Making

BOWIE, Maryland, Sept. 16 -- Bowie State University posted the following news release: * * * Fall Convocation 2026: History Makers in the Making * The annual Fall 2026 Matriculation Convocation marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter for students beginning their collegiate journey at Bowie State. The powerful Sept. 9 event officially launched the academic semester, formally welcoming the class of 2030 to a university known for cultivating excellence and empowering leaders. Bowie St more

Fayetteville State University Secures $10 Million Department of War Award to Advance Applied AI Research

FAYETTEVILLE, North Carolina, Sept. 16 -- Fayetteville State University posted the following news: * * * Fayetteville State University Secures $10 Million Department of War Award to Advance Applied AI Research * FAYETTEVILLE, NC - Fayetteville State University has secured a $10 million research award from the U.S. Department of War to establish an interdisciplinary research program focused on applied artificial intelligence for defense systems, including contested logistics technologies and more

Fifteen Penn Staters named 2026 Alumni Fellows

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Sept. 16 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Fifteen Penn Staters named 2026 Alumni Fellows * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Fifteen Penn State alumni will be honored for their exceptional leadership and professional accomplishments as 2026 Alumni Fellows, the highest honor bestowed by the Penn State Alumni Association. Established in 1973, the award celebrates alumni who have achieved exceptional leadership and distinction in their profe more

From Montana Labs to NASA: Yale Engineering Students' Summer Research

NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Sept. 16 -- Yale School of Engineering and Applied Science issued the following news: * * * From Montana labs to NASA: Yale Engineering students' summer research Written by Natalie Haase '27 This summer, Yale Engineering undergraduates traded New Haven for research benches and hardware labs across the country -- from a virology lab in the Montana mountains to a NASA space center in Maryland to a hardware validation team outside Boston. Colten Danelski '27 (Biomedical more

Guardant Health Urges CMS to Regulate Data-Only Facilities Based on Actionable Clinical Outputs Rather Than Ancillary Services

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D., MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services The Honorable Erica Schwartz, M.D., MPH, JD Director Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Department of Health and Human Services RE: Request for Information; more

Gut microbiome features predict devastating disease affecting preemies

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 16 -- The Washington University School of Medicine posted the following news release: * * * Gut microbiome features predict devastating disease affecting preemies * In a discovery that challenges long-standing assumptions about necrotizing enterocolitis, a sudden and often fatal intestinal illness that affects premature infants, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified previously unknown predictors for the disease. While more

Hickenlooper Takes Aim at Trump's "Golden Age of Corruption" in Senate Floor Speech

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Hickenlooper Takes Aim at Trump's "Golden Age of Corruption" in Senate Floor Speech * Hickenlooper: "It's an era of spoils and bribery for the powerful and well-connected, while you are left behind." WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper took to the Senate floor to call out President Trump for his corruption and the cost-of-living emergency he's created. "Nearly 20 months into more

Historic $100M gift will transform Kelley School graduate education, expand Lilly School of Philanthropy scholarships

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Sept. 16 -- The Indiana University Indianapolis campus posted the following news: * * * Historic $100M gift will transform Kelley School graduate education, expand Lilly School of Philanthropy scholarships * BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -A $100 million gift from Indiana University alumni Jeffrey H. and Benita L. Thomasson will transform graduate education at the Kelley School of Business and expand scholarship opportunities for undergraduate students in the Lilly Family School of more

Hologic Urges CMS to Establish Dedicated Molecular Oncology Specialty Under Laboratory Regulations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 10210 Genetic Center Drive, San Diego, CA 92121 USA | +1.858.410.8000 | Hologic.com September 14, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Response to Request for Informatio more

House Republicans Pass the Ratepayer Protection Act

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * House Republicans Pass the Ratepayer Protection Act * Legislation ensures companies building data centers are responsible for the electricity and infrastructure upgrades necessary to power them WASHINGTON -Speaker Johnson issued the following statement after the House passed Rep. Gabe Evans' Ratepayer Protection Act, legislation to ensure companies building large data centers - n more

Human Rights Watch Issues Commentary to Aftonbladet: Human Rights Agenda for the Next Swedish Government

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following commentary by Nordic Director Mans Molander to Aftonbladet: * * * A Human Rights Agenda for the Next Swedish Government Sweden has a long history of supporting human rights, and successive governments across the political spectrum have described respect for human rights and international law as a "cornerstone" of Swedish foreign policy. That commitment is being tested. Around the world, democratic institu more

Human Rights Watch: China - New Border Decree Curtails Right to Leave

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * China: New Border Decree Curtails Right to Leave Regulations Expand Arbitrary Exit Bans for Nationals, Foreigners (New York) - A new Chinese government decree expands the discretion of administrative authorities to arbitrarily bar people from leaving China, violating the internationally protected right to leave a country, Human Rights Watch said today. The State Council's 19-article Regulation more

ICYMI: Rep. Ronny Jackson Highlights Need to Accelerate U.S. Drone Testing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Rep. Ronny Jackson Highlights Need to Accelerate U.S. Drone Testing * WASHINGTON -In an opinion editorial published by The Defense Post, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) warned that America cannot afford to test and field drone technology at peacetime speed while our adversaries innovate at wartime speed. In case you missed it... America Can't Afford to Test Drones at Peacetime Speed more

Iowa scientists release 2026 Climate Statement

MOUNT VERNON, Iowa, Sept. 16 -- Cornell College issued the following news: * * * Iowa scientists release 2026 Climate Statement * As electricity demand continues to rise in Iowa, scientists are examining ways to meet the challenge in the 2026 Iowa Climate Statement. According to the authors of the 16th annual Iowa Climate Statement, including Cornell College Professor of Geology Rhawn Denniston, Iowa has been a leader in cheap, clean, and reliable wind and solar energy for decades. With ele more

ITIF Welcomes Patrick Grady as Head of European Tech

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 [Category: Computer Technology]-- The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation posted the following news release: * * * ITIF Welcomes Patrick Grady as Head of European Tech * WASHINGTON-The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), the world's leading think tank for science and technology policy, has welcomed Patrick Grady as head of European tech, strengthening ITIF's work on technology policy in Europe and its engagement on key global technology more

Live Nation Makes Show Day Easier for Fans With Salesforce's Agentforce

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 16 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release: * * * Live Nation Makes Show Day Easier for Fans With Salesforce's Agentforce * SAN FRANCISCO and LOS ANGELES -September 16, 2026 -Today at Dreamforce, Salesforce (NYSE: CRM), the #1 AI CRM, and Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) announced an expansion of Live Nation's use of Agentforce, bringing 24/7 fan support to Live more

MA-DOSS Secures Field Exercise in Support of Provost Marshall

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The U.S. Marine Corps issued the following official news: * * * MA-DOSS Secures Field Exercise in Support of Provost Marshall * MARINE CORPS AIR GROUND COMBAT CENTER TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. - During a live-fire exercise in support of Service Level Training Exercise 4-26 in coordination with the Provost Marshal's Office Aug. 19, 2026, a new capability quietly demonstrated how the Marine Corps is adapting the rules of expeditionary force protection. The Mobile All-Do more

MassMEP Awarded Nearly $3 Million in Federal Funding to Support Massachusetts Manufacturers

AUBURN, Massachusetts, Sept. 16 [Category: Business] -- The Massachusetts Manufacturing Extension Partnership posted the following news: * * * MassMEP Awarded Nearly $3 Million in Federal Funding to Support Massachusetts Manufacturers * Funding is part of more than $30 million NIST is investing in Manufacturing Extension Partnership centers across 11 states and Puerto Rico AUBURN, MA. -September 16, 2026 -The Massachusetts Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MassMEP) has been awarded $2,95 more

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Urges CMS to Recognize Existing Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments Oversight for Laboratory-Developed Tests

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services PO Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: CMS-3485-NC, Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations Dear Dr. Oz: Thank you for the opportunity to provid more

Menendez Legislation to Strengthen Electric Grid Planning Amid Rapidly Growing Energy Demand Passes the House

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Rob Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Menendez Legislation to Strengthen Electric Grid Planning Amid Rapidly Growing Energy Demand Passes the House * WASHINGTON, DC - Last night, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) announced that his bipartisan legislation, the Load Forecasting Enhancement Act, passed the House of Representatives. The legislation, introduced in June with Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12), would help protect families more

MIT startups inspire with impressive presentations at Demo Day 2026

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Sept. 16 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * MIT startups inspire with impressive presentations at Demo Day 2026 * The annual "Demo Day" event at MIT, which marks the end of the delta v startup accelerator, fell on the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks this year, giving MIT entrepreneurs a chance to honor the memory of those lost that day while presenting their startup progress in the program. Each year, the event ce more

MIT: Measure by measure, studying society accurately

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Sept. 16 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Measure by measure, studying society accurately Naoki Egami has become a standout in political methodology, helping refine tools that give scholars durable results. - Let's agree at the outset the world is a complicated place, and social scientists have exacting jobs when it comes to measuring civic phenomena with precision. After all, even careful studies raise follow-up ques more

MIT: New AI technique could make minimally invasive surgeries safer and more precise

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Sept. 16 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * New AI technique could make minimally invasive surgeries safer and more precise This patient-specific method, called xvr, helps doctors use X-rays for surgical navigation in fields such as orthopedics and neurosurgery. - Researchers created a new technique that accurately and rapidly matches X-rays captured during surgery with a patient's preoperative 3D medical scan. This metho more

Momentum Consulting Urges CMS to Extend Pathology Specimen Block Retention Periods to Ten Years

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. MOMENTUM Consulting, LLC Monroe, CT 06468 www.momentumconsulting.org 14 September 2026 Submitted via regulations.gov Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Docket CMS-2026-2345 Re: Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations more

MSACL Clinical Advisory Committee Urges CMS to Involve Laboratory Professionals in CLIA Modernization

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comments of the MSACL Clinical Advisory Committee CLIA Modernization Workgroup on File Code CMS-3485-NC Modernization of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Regulations - Request for Information Prepared and submitted by the MSACL CAC CLIA Modernization Workgroup 14 September 2026 Administrator, more

Murray, Baldwin Sound Alarm on Trump Admin's Plans to Siphon Away & Likely Impound Healthcare Research Funds

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Murray, Baldwin Sound Alarm on Trump Admin's Plans to Siphon Away & Likely Impound Healthcare Research Funds * Lawmakers demand immediate information about plans to award tens of millions in AHRQ funding set to expire September 30, after HHS informed them it plans to transfer some funding to other agencies Washington, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senators Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appr more

National Society of Genetic Counselors Urges CMS to Recognize Counselors in Clinical Consultant and Supervisory Roles

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations (CMS-3485-NC) Dear more

NDSU assistant professor receives NIFA Award to develop web-based tool for aquaculture vaccine candidate predictions

FARGO, North Dakota, Sept. 16 -- North Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * NDSU assistant professor receives NIFA Award to develop web-based tool for aquaculture vaccine candidate predictions * NDSU News September 16, 2026 Pirim receives NIFA Award to develop web-based tool for aquaculture vaccine candidate predictions NDSU assistant professor of industrial and manufacturing engineering Harun Pirim has received a United States Department of Agriculture National Inst more

Novartis Urges NRC to Revise Regulatory Guide on Radioactive Patient Release Standards

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10, 2026 Director Andrea Kock Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Docket ID NRC 2026-3730 RE: DRAFT REGULATORY GUIDE (DG), DG-8070, RELEASE OF PATIENTS ADMINISTERED RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL Novartis is a global innovative medicines company committed to developing more

Nunn Bills to Combat Payment Scams, Cut Financial Red Tape Pass Financial Services Committee

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Nunn Bills to Combat Payment Scams, Cut Financial Red Tape Pass Financial Services Committee * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, the House Financial Services Committee advanced two bipartisan bills introduced by Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) -the Taskforce for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (TRAPS) Act and the Consumer-Led Enhancement of Annuity and Insurance Registration Forms (CLEAR Forms) Act -aimed more

NYU: New Study Uncovers Links to Support for White Nationalism

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 (TNSjou) -- New York University issued the following news: * * * New Study Uncovers Links to Support for White Nationalism Support is highest among young white men; people with predominantly online friendships, personal hardship, and social strain also among traits linked to endorsing of extremist ideology Sep 16, 2026 From social media to the streets of Washington, DC, the organized white nationalist movement has become more visible in the United States over the past few more

Opinion: Catastrophizing Is Not an AI Policy

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Sept. 16 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news: * * * Opinion: Catastrophizing Is Not an AI Policy * #In Their Own Words "Knowledge That Works" is more than a UBalt tagline-it's the driving force behind everything The University of Baltimore stands for and everyone we serve. Through our faculty's insights and expertise, we invite you to explore what that knowledge looks like in action. In this article, Professor of Accounting Mikhail Pevzner argues more

Oracle Releases Java 27 and Strengthens Post-Quantum Cryptography Support

REDWOOD SHORES, California, Sept. 16 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release: * * * Oracle Releases Java 27 and Strengthens Post-Quantum Cryptography Support New release delivers nine JDK Enhancement Proposals to boost developer productivity and improve application performance while strengthening Java's post-quantum cryptography and AI capabilities Release offers JavaFX 27 to help developers build interactive user experiences, and Helidon 2 more

ORNL develops faster method to optimize power generation

OAK RIDGE, Tennessee, Sept. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory issued the following news release: * * * ORNL develops faster method to optimize power generation * Researchers at the Department of Energy's (DOE) Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have developed a computational method that could help electric grid operators and data center developers manage power more efficiently as artificial intelligence drives unprecedented growth in electricity demand. T more

Over a Hundred House Democrats Demand Congress Stay in Session to Confront AI Crisis

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Sam Liccardo, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Over a Hundred House Democrats Demand Congress Stay in Session to Confront AI Crisis * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, 107 House Democrats demanded Speaker Mike Johnson cancel the upcoming recess to vote on legislation creating AI safeguards. Representatives Sam Liccardo (CA-16), George Whitesides (CA-27) Ted Lieu (CA-36), and Lori Trahan (MA-03) led the letter and garnered support from colleagues in more

PanCAN Funds Sylvester Study of Blood Test for Pancreatic Cancer

MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 16 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * PanCAN Funds Sylvester Study of Blood Test for Pancreatic Cancer * Key Summary * Sylvester researchers received a $225,000 PanCAN grant to advance blood-based ctDNA testing for metastatic pancreatic cancer. * The study uses PanCAN's Precision Promise trial samples to compare ctDNA with standard biopsies and assess treatment response. * Researchers will also explore advanced m more

Profound Ventures Urges FDA to Implement Risk-Proportionate Premarket Requirements to Protect Early-Stage Medical Technology Innovators

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. PROFOUND VENTURES A Social Impact Venture Studio Profound Ventures | Comment on Docket: FDA-2026-Considerations for Regulation of GenAI-Enabled Medical Devices | Page 1 of 11 September 14, 2026 Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305) U.S. Food and Drug Administration 5630 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061 Rockville, MD 20852 Re: more

Ratepayer Protection Act Passes House with Strong Bipartisan Support

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, issued the following news: * * * Ratepayer Protection Act Passes House with Strong Bipartisan Support * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-05), Chairman of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, and Congressman Gabe Evans (CO-08), applauded House passage of H.R. 9340, the Ratepayer Protection Act, by a vote of 417 to 3 more

Red Hat Recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Server Virtualization Platforms

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 16 [Category: Computer TechnologyBiz] -- Red Hat, a provider of open source software solutions, posted the following news release: * * * Red Hat Recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner(r) Magic Quadrant(tm) for Server Virtualization Platforms * RALEIGH, N.C. - September 16, 2026 - Red Hat, the world's leading provider of open source solutions, today announced that it has been recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner(r) Magic Quadrant(tm) for Server Virtual more

Rep. Crank Votes to Protect Ratepayers from Higher Utility Rates

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Jeff Crank, R-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Crank Votes to Protect Ratepayers from Higher Utility Rates * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Representative Jeff Crank (CO-05) voted in favor of H.R. 9340, the Ratepayer Protection Act. Currently, the United States is in the race for AI dominance, which is critical to our economic and national security. However, communities across the nation are concerned about the pace in which AI data centers are more

Rep. Dina Titus Introduces Legislation for More Transparency and Environmental Review of Data Centers on Federal Land

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Dina Titus, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Dina Titus Introduces Legislation for More Transparency and Environmental Review of Data Centers on Federal Land * Congresswoman Titus today introduced the Public Lands Accountability Act to ensure the public has a say in the federal permitting process for data centers on public lands and environmental effects are thoroughly evaluated. "Data centers are proliferating in Nevada and other states h more

Rep. Fitzgerald Introduces Landmark Reform of Judicial Conduct and Disability Act

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Scott Fitzgerald, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Fitzgerald Introduces Landmark Reform of Judicial Conduct and Disability Act * WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), a member of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet, introduced the Judicial Conduct and Disability Reform Act, the first major overhaul of the Judicial Conduct and Disability (JCDA) Act more

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Takes Action to Curb Catastrophic Risks Posed by Rapid AI Development

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Gabriel Vasquez, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Gabe Vasquez Takes Action to Curb Catastrophic Risks Posed by Rapid AI Development * WASHINGTON, D.C. - On September 16, 2026, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) announced his support for bipartisan legislation to combat the growing risks posed by advanced artificial intelligence systems -the FRONTIER Act -and called on Speaker Mike Johnson to keep the House at work in Washington u more

Rep. John McGuire Celebrates Passage of Bill to Shield Residents from Data Center Costs

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. John McGuire, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. John McGuire Celebrates Passage of Bill to Shield Residents from Data Center Costs * WASHINGTON, D.C. -On Wednesday, Representative John McGuire (VA-05) celebrated the passage of the Ratepayer Protection Act, which will protect Americans from carrying the financial burden of data centers in their communities. "Data centers are necessary, but each individual community should have the right to more

Rep. Sara Jacobs Calls on Speaker Johnson to Cancel Recess to Act on AI; Speaker Johnson Starts Recess Early

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Sara Jacobs, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Sara Jacobs Calls on Speaker Johnson to Cancel Recess to Act on AI; Speaker Johnson Starts Recess Early * Rep. Sara Jacobs (CA-51) joined Reps. Don Beyer (VA-08), Ted Lieu (CA-36), and Lori Trahan (MA-03) at a press conference, calling on Speaker Johnson to cancel the upcoming congressional recess and keep lawmakers in Washington to find consensus and pass AI safety legislation; instead, Spe more

Reperio Health Urges CMS to Designate Program Operators as Eligible Certificate Holders in Distributed Diagnostic Models

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 11, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 RE: Supplemental Comment of Reperio Health, Inc.; Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement more

Report From Road Haulage Association: Driving the Transition - Preparing the Road Transport Workforce for Net Zero

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (TNSCrpt) -- Driving the Transition: Preparing the road transport workforce for Net Zero - A report from Road Haulage Association - September 2026 (17 pages) * * * Contents Foreword ... 4 Overview ... 6 The RHA approach to decarbonisation ... 8 Expert interviews - methodology ... 9 Net Zero skills: past, present and future ... 10 How the devolved skills system works ... 11 Green skills in the road transport sector ... 14 The scale of change ... 17 Data competence more

Reps. McDonald Rivet, Davis Lead New Push to Stop Tax Giveaways for Data Centers

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. McDonald Rivet, Davis Lead New Push to Stop Tax Giveaways for Data Centers * *WATCH REP. McDONALD RIVET'S OPENING REMARKS HERE* WASHINGTON-Today, Representatives Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) and Don Davis (NC-01) led 25 Members of Congress in introducing the Reverse Big Ugly Tax Breaks for Data Centers Act, which would rein in tax giveaways for data center development. Last ye more

Rice's Sanchez exploring a future where fabric itself becomes the robot

HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 16 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice's Sanchez exploring a future where fabric itself becomes the robot * Imagine a car seat that reshapes itself around the person sitting in it, clothing that gently assists someone as they walk or a soft safety system that can sense an impending impact and respond. At Rice University, mechanical engineer Vanessa Sanchez is working toward a future in which those functions could be built directly into fabr more

ROK-U.S. Combined Forces Command hosts 2026 Combined Warfighting Forum

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Sept. 16 -- The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: * * * ROK-U.S. Combined Forces Command hosts 2026 Combined Warfighting Forum * YONGSAN, Republic of Korea -The Republic of Korea-U.S. Combined Forces Command hosted the 2026 ROK-U.S. Combined Warfighting Forum Sept. 16 at the Defense Convention Center in Yongsan, Seoul, bringing together approximately 200 senior military leaders and experts to discuss combined warfighting approaches and capability develo more

Salesforce Expands Missionforce with Purpose-Built AI and New Partnership with OpenAI to Advance Mission Intelligence

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 16 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release: * * * Salesforce Expands Missionforce with Purpose-Built AI and New Partnership with OpenAI to Advance Mission Intelligence * Missionforce plans to integrate OpenAI's frontier models to power government missions New AI capabilities deliver faster service for citizens, less manual work for government teams, and support for more

Savage Healthcare Strategies Urges CMS to Reject Immediate Transition Away From Standard Medical Code Sets

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 2214 9th Avenue, Oakland CA 94606 September 8, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA Administrator, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services 200 Independence Ave, SW Washington DC 20201 By electronic submission Re: CMS Physician Fee Schedule for Calendar Year 2027, RIN 0938-AV82 Dear Dr. Oz: Savage Healthcare Stra more

Scalise: America Can Embrace New Technology the Right Way

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Scalise: America Can Embrace New Technology the Right Way * Yesterday, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) spoke on the House floor about the Ratepayer Protection Act and the importance of local communities, not the federal government, deciding whether to embrace data centers. Leader Scalise highlighted examples in Louisiana and Virginia where AI infrastructure has gener more

Scalise: America Can Embrace New Technology the Right Way

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Scalise: America Can Embrace New Technology the Right Way * WASHINGTON, D.C.-Yesterday, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) spoke on the House floor about the Ratepayer Protection Act and the importance of local communities, not the federal government, deciding whether to embrace data centers. Leader Scalise highlighted examples in Louisiana and Virginia where AI infrastructure has gener more

Schakowsky, Casar Reintroduce Legislation to Ensure Federal Contractors Treat Workers Fairly

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Schakowsky, Casar Reintroduce Legislation to Ensure Federal Contractors Treat Workers Fairly * Full Text of Bill (PDF) WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representatives Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) and Greg Casar (TX-35) reintroduced the Patriotic Corporations of America Act, legislation to ensure federal taxpayer dollars support companies that treat their workers fairly, respect workers' rights, protect the more

Senate Committee Passes Bi-Partisan Bill to Protect Against Government Jawboning

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: Media] -- The Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University issued the following news release: * * * Senate Committee Passes Bi-Partisan Bill to Protect Against Government Jawboning * WASHINGTON-The Senate Commerce Committee today passed the Justice Against Weaponized Bureaucratic Overreach to Networked Expression Act (JAWBONE Act), a bipartisan bill introduced by Sens. Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Ron Wyden (D-OR). Endorsed by the Knight First Amendment Instit more

Senator Warren Calls for Pause in Advanced AI Development

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Warren Calls for Pause in Advanced AI Development * Washington, D.C. - Today, in response to the growing concerns around the development of advanced AI, Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) released the following statement: "The future of artificial intelligence must be decided by the American people through their democratically elected representatives in government-not by a handf more

Smucker Backs Bill to Protect Ratepayers from Data Center Energy Costs

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Lloyd Smucker, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Smucker Backs Bill to Protect Ratepayers from Data Center Energy Costs * WASHINGTON-Rep. Lloyd Smucker (PA-11) voted in favor of the bipartisan Ratepayer Protection Act, H.R. 9340, legislation to protect families and small businesses from being forced to shoulder the infrastructure costs created by new data center development. The legislation was adopted by a bipartisan vote of 417-3. "Ameri more

Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions Urges CMS to Reconsider Physician Payment Reductions and Enhance Cardiology Service Valuations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Board Officers J. Dawn Abbott, MD, MSCAI President Joaquin E. Cigarroa, MD, MSCAI President-Elect John C. Messenger, MD, MSCAI Vice President Herbert D. Aronow, MD, MPH, MSCAI Secretary Srihari S. Naidu, MD, MSCAI Immediate-Past President Arnold Seto, MD, MPA, FSCAI Treasurer Trustees Megan Coylewright, MD, FSCAI Douglas E more

Solving real-world challenges with data, AI and machine learning

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 16 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * Solving real-world challenges with data, AI and machine learning * From identifying the dangers of emerging street drugs to helping retailers unlock new business insights using artificial intelligence, UT San Antonio graduate students are helping industry and community partners turn complex challenges into practical solutions. Through the Headache Cure Board, which connects graduate student more

State of the Industry to Highlight Macro Trends and Illustrate How IFPA Action Drives Member Prosperity, Industry's Future

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 [Category: Food/Beverage] -- The International Fresh Produce Association posted the following news release: * * * State of the Industry to Highlight Macro Trends and Illustrate How IFPA Action Drives Member Prosperity, Industry's Future * Washington, DC -International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) CEO Cathy Burns will open the 2026 Global Produce & Floral Show with the association's annual State of the Industry address, offering a timely look at the forces reshaping t more

SyncVitals Urges CMS to Permit Contracted Remote Clinical Monitoring Under Practitioner Supervision

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. SYNCVITALS | PUBLIC COMMENT | CMS-1848-P SYNCVITALS AI-enabled remote patient monitoring and clinical decision support September 8, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P Re: File Code CMS-1848-P - CY 2027 Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule; Remo more

Tennessee Tech receives NSF grant to prepare students for AI workforce

COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, Sept. 16 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: * * * Tennessee Tech receives NSF grant to prepare students for AI workforce * Artificial intelligence isn't replacing the need for computer scientists, but it's changing what they need to know -and Tennessee Tech University is preparing students for that changing workforce early in their college careers. Department of Computer Science has received nearly $175,000 from the National Scien more

Test of Large Language Models Reveals Promise, Pitfalls for Biomedical Research

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Sept. 16 -- University of Virginia Health posted the following news release: * * * Test of Large Language Models Reveals Promise, Pitfalls for Biomedical Research * New School of Medicine research highlights the potential of artificial-intelligence tools known as large language models to accelerate our understanding of cellular processes and advance the development of new disease treatments. But the work also underscores the limitations of existing technology and t more

The People Who Power WP: Andy Gladfelter

WAYNE, New Jersey, Sept. 16 -- William Paterson University posted the following news: * * * The People Who Power WP: Andy Gladfelter * Every month during the academic year, we will spotlight a different member of the WP faculty or staff who plays a powerful role in student success. Name: Andy Gladfelter Title: Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Social Work Years at WP: 10 Tell us about yourself: I am a first-generation college graduat more

Think a Human Reviewer Can Catch an AI Mistake? Facial-recognition Study Suggests It's Complicated

BOULDER, Colorado, Sept. 16 -- The University of Colorado Boulder Leeds School of Business posted the following news: * * * Think a Human Reviewer Can Catch an AI Mistake? Facial-recognition Study Suggests It's Complicated * Facial-recognition systems often rely on a relatively simple safeguard. AI identifies a potential match, then a human reviews it before any action is taken. But new research suggests the effectiveness of that safeguard may depend on who the human reviewer is. The stu more

Trahan, Beyer Lead Bipartisan Push for House Leaders to Act Immediately on Artificial Intelligence

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Lori Trahan, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Trahan, Beyer Lead Bipartisan Push for House Leaders to Act Immediately on Artificial Intelligence * Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (D-MA-03), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, and Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA-07), a member of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, led a bipartisan group of 10 congressional leaders on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in pressing Ho more

U.S. Senator Katie Britt Questions FBI Director Kash Patel in Senate Judiciary Oversight Hearing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Senator Katie Britt Questions FBI Director Kash Patel in Senate Judiciary Oversight Hearing * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) this week questioned Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel in a Senate Judiciary Committee oversight hearing. The Senator thanked Director Patel for his commitment to securing communities across Alabama, inquired about the resource more

UC-San Francisco: Gift to Help Scientists Predict How Drugs Behave in the Body

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 16 -- The University of California San Francisco campus issued the following news release: * * * September 15, 2026 A Gift to Help Scientists Predict How Drugs Behave in the Body A $15 million grant from the OpenAI Foundation will expand the UCSF-led OpenADMET Consortium's work. - Each year, scientists identify thousands of compounds that show promise to treat disease. But many fail before becoming medicines, in part because it's hard to predict how they'll more

UK researcher helps shape the future of AI in legal practice and education

LEXINGTON, Kentucky, Sept. 16 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news: * * * UK researcher helps shape the future of AI in legal practice and education * Video produced by UK Creative Services and Research Communications. To view captions for this video, push play and click on the CC icon in the bottom right-hand corner of the screen. If using a mobile device, click on the gear icon in the same area. As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform society, University more

UnityPoint Health Urges Flexibility in CLIA Regulations to Support Innovation and Workforce Stability

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Government & External Affairs 1776 West Lakes Parkway, Suite 400 West Des Moines, IA 50266 unitypoint.org Page 1 September 14, 2026 Administrator Mehmet Oz, M.D. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 more

University of Dayton to work on $1.4M Gates Foundation grant

DAYTON, Ohio, Sept. 16 -- The University of Dayton posted the following news: * * * University of Dayton to work on $1.4M Gates Foundation grant * The University of Dayton will help lead a $1.4 million grant project from the Gates Foundation to build smart AI tools for public schools that cut through paperwork and help educators make better decisions for students. "Leading school improvement efforts is challenging work, and too often, school leaders get bogged down in paperwork or lose mome more

URI biomedical engineering professor receives NIH R01 award to advance multimodal neurotechnology and motor brain research

KINGSTON, Rhode Island, Sept. 16 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news: * * * URI biomedical engineering professor receives NIH R01 award to advance multimodal neurotechnology and motor brain research * KINGSTON, R.I. - Sept. 16, 2026 - Associate professor and biomedical engineering acting chair at the University of Rhode Island Yalda Shahriari has received a $1.015 million R01 research grant from the National Institutes of Health to develop an innovative multimodal neu more

Van Hollen, Alsobrooks, Mfume Highlight $10 Million Federal Investment to Expand Morgan State University's Research Programs, Power R1 Ascent

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Van Hollen, Alsobrooks, Mfume Highlight $10 Million Federal Investment to Expand Morgan State University's Research Programs, Power R1 Ascent * Today, U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks and Congressman Kweisi Mfume (all D-Md.) highlighted $10 million in federal funding to support Morgan State University's research programs, expanding opportunities for students, faculty, and t more

Versiti Urges CMS to Preserve Laboratory and Medical Director Discretion for Suboptimal Specimen Testing Exceptions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 09/14/2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Ave SW Washington, DC 20201 Dear Administrator Oz: Versiti appreciates the opportunity to provide comments in response to CMS-3485-NC, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments ( more

Vindman Leads on Legislation to Make Data Centers Pay Their Fair Share

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman Leads on Legislation to Make Data Centers Pay Their Fair Share * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) joined Representatives Kristen McDonald Rivet (Mich.-08) and Don Davis (N.C.-01) as an original co-sponsor of the Reverse Big Ugly Tax Breaks for Data Centers Act. This legislation will take away unfair tax breaks for data center build outs passed by Republicans in H.R. more

Washington State Department of Health Urges Federal Agencies to Consider State Exemptions and Rural Impacts in CLIA Regulation Revisions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Submitted via Regulations.gov (Federal eRulemaking Portal) The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Docket No. CMS-3485-NC; Req more

Ways & Means Republicans Continue Covering Up Harms of Trump's Medicare AI Experiment

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Suzan DelBene, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Ways & Means Republicans Continue Covering Up Harms of Trump's Medicare AI Experiment * Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) forced a vote on an amendment during a Ways & Means Committee markup that would require the Trump administration to release yet-unseen information about the WISeR program. The program pays private companies to use AI to delay and deny care to seniors in Washington a more

Wilbur Wright College Professor and Students Take Hands-On AI Project to National Summit

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 16 -- City Colleges of Chicago posted the following news: * * * Wilbur Wright College Professor and Students Take Hands-On AI Project to National Summit * Two Wright College students and Computer Information Systems Assistant Professor Gustavo Alatta will present their work in machine learning on a national stage next month at the National Summit on Artificial Intelligence. Dakota, Lisa, and Professor Alatta will share their work with more than 200 educators, indust more

Chairman Guthrie Delivers Floor Remarks on Legislation to Protect Ratepayers

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, issued the following news: * * * Chairman Guthrie Delivers Floor Remarks on Legislation to Protect Ratepayers * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, delivered remarks on the House floor regarding H.R. 9340, the Ratepayer Protection Act. This legislation would codify President Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge and prevent American families from being for more

Daines on Fox News: "We Need to Be Gold Medalists in the AI Race"

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Steve Daines, R-Montana, issued the following news release: * * * Daines on Fox News: "We Need to Be Gold Medalists in the AI Race" * "The complexity of AI far exceeds the capacity of the government to understand and regulate it" WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined Harris Faulkner on Fox News to discuss the latest on artificial intelligence policy and the race against China. Watch the full exchange HERE. Daines on the AI race versus China more

Faculty Lightning Lounge set for Sept. 23

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Sept. 15 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news: * * * Faculty Lightning Lounge set for Sept. 23 * The first Faculty Lightning Lounge of the 2026-27 academic year will be held 3:30- 4:30 p.m. Sept. 23 in Centennial Engineering Center's Stamm Commons. Lightning Lounge gives faculty from a broad range of disciplines an opportunity to give short talks about their research, creative works, teaching or outreach. Time is available for questions during a more

Gillibrand Demands Immediate Action On Artificial Intelligence, Tariffs, And Menopause Care In CNN Interview

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand Demands Immediate Action On Artificial Intelligence, Tariffs, And Menopause Care In CNN Interview * ***Watch Senator Gillibrand's Full Interview Here Today, in an interview on CNN's The Situation Room, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) called for immediate congressional action on regulating artificial intelligence, repealing President Trump's 50% tariffs on Canada, and provi more

IUP Dessy-Roffman Myth Collaborative Looking for Logo Design

INDIANA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 15 -- Indiana University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * IUP Dessy-Roffman Myth Collaborative Looking for Logo Design * The Dessy-Roffman Myth Collaborative at Indiana University of Pennsylvania is looking for a new logo and invites submissions from students and community members. The Dessy-Roffman Myth Collaborative is a cross-disciplinary resource at IUP dedicated to the study of myth in a myriad of forms-literary, visual, musical, and perform more

Padilla Presses Patel on Election Interference, Secures Commitment FBI Will Not Seize Ballots or Voting Machines Ahead of Midterms

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Padilla Presses Patel on Election Interference, Secures Commitment FBI Will Not Seize Ballots or Voting Machines Ahead of Midterms * Padilla also raised AI security, immigration enforcement concerns WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Immigration Subcommittee, pressed Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel on t more

Ranking Member Lofgren Meets with AI Companies to Discuss Recent Loss of Control Events

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Lofgren Meets with AI Companies to Discuss Recent Loss of Control Events * (Washington, DC) - Today, the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee held a bipartisan meeting with representatives from Hugging Face, METR, OpenAI, and Anthropic. During the roundtable, Members discussed recent loss-of-control incidents among different AI systems and how to prevent these events fro more

REP LIEU'S BILL TO PREVENT FENTANYL OVERDOSES PASSES THE HOUSE

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Ted Lieu, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * REP LIEU'S BILL TO PREVENT FENTANYL OVERDOSES PASSES THE HOUSE * WASHINGTON D.C. -Today, the House of Representatives passed Tyler's Law, a bipartisan bill designed to prevent fentanyl overdoses in the United States. Introduced by Congressman Ted Lieu (D-Los Angeles County, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH), and Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA), Tyler's Law requires the Department of Health and more

REP. STUTZMAN'S AI REGULATING FUTURES ACT PASSES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Marlin Stutzman, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * REP. STUTZMAN'S AI REGULATING FUTURES ACT PASSES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Marlin Stutzman (IN-03) released the following statement after his Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision (FUTURES) Act passed the House of Representatives under suspension. The FUTURES Act will enhance regulatory agencies' ability to conduct more

STATEMENT: Sen. Schiff Statement on the Clarity Act

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * STATEMENT: Sen. Schiff Statement on the Clarity Act * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Schiff (D-Calif.) issued the following statement on the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act: "I have long believed that Congress should institute rules of the road for the digital asset industry to protect consumers and our global financial system, and to ensure an even playing field with regulatory certai more

Telcos expect major AI driven productivity gains, but talent and operating model gaps threaten delivery

LONDON, England, Sept. 15 [Category: BizConsulting] -- EY, a global organization involved with advisory services, assurance, consulting, tax, transactions and technology, which includes the member firms of Ernst and Young Global Limited, posted the following news: * * * Telcos expect major AI driven productivity gains, but talent and operating model gaps threaten delivery * * 97% of telecom leaders expect AI to deliver major productivity gains within five years, but organizational readiness more

Texas Tech Professor Integrates AI and Human Creativity into Education

LUBBOCK, Texas, Sept. 15 -- Texas Tech University posted the following news: * * * Texas Tech Professor Integrates AI and Human Creativity into Education * Hideki Isoda is using his combined interests in music and technology, including artificial intelligence, to lead the next generation into the modern world of music. Hideki Isoda, an assistant professor of composition and director of media production in Texas Tech University's School of Music, is an accomplished composer and music techno more

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National Park Service: FY2027 Appropriations Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13262) by natural resources policy specialist Laura B. Comay. Here are excerpts: * * * National Park Service: FY2027 Appropriations The National Park Service (NPS) administers the National Park System, which includes 433 units valued for their natural, cultural, and recreational importance. System lands cover 81 million federal acres and 4 million nonfederal acres. As part of more

Tech Hubs & Build to Scale Program Updates & Considerations Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13310) by economic development policy analyst Julie M. Lawhorn. Here are excerpts: * * * Tech Hubs and Build to Scale (B2S) Program Updates and Considerations The Economic Development Administration (EDA), a bureau of the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC), administers grants to assist state and local stakeholders with developing the conditions and amenities necessary to grow more

Army's XM-30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12094) by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and Army Fellow Robert Holcombe. Here are excerpts: * * * The Army's XM-30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle Background The Army's XM-30, previously known as the Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV), is being designed to replace the M-2 Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) (see Figure 1 for a conceptual exam more

Office of Strategic Capital - Overview & Considerations Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13215) by science and technology policy analyst Marcy E. Gallo. Here are excerpts: * * * Office of Strategic Capital: Overview and Considerations Technological advantage has long contributed to the dominance of the U.S. Armed Forces. Some analysts and policymakers suggest that U.S. technological superiority - and, by extension, national security - is at risk due to several fac more

Overview of FY2027 Budget Request for the Census Bureau Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13308) by science and technology policy analyst Marcy E. Gallo. Here are excerpts: * * * Overview of FY2027 Budget Request for the Census Bureau Introduction As a Department of Commerce agency, the U.S. Census Bureau is primarily funded through the annual Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (CJS) appropriations bill. This In Focus provides an overview of the FY20 more

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AASA Warns of Negative Impact of Proposed EDGAR Revisions on School Funding and Administrative Capacity

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 17, 2026 The Honorable Linda McMahon Secretary of Education U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Ave SW Washington, DC 20202 RE: 2026-17239 EDGAR NPRM Dear Secretary McMahon: On behalf of AASA, The School Superintendents Association and the Association of School Business Oficials International (ASBO) more

Alabama Dermatology Society Urges CMS to Withdraw Proposed Payment Cuts Threatening Skin Cancer Detection and Access

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Page 2 of 7 September 11, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Submitted electronically via regulations.gov RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payme more

American Association of Psychiatric Pharmacists Urge CMS to Recognize Their Role in Behavioral Healthcare Payment Policies

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 11, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1850-P P.O. Box 8013 Baltimore, MD 21244-8013 Re: Medicare Program; Calendar Year (CY) 2027 Revisions to Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment Polici more

ANCSA Regional Association Calls for Extension and Tribal Consultation on SBA Size Standards Rule

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 11500 Skudu Way | Anchorage, AK 99515 | www.ancsaregional.com September 15, 2026 Mr. Ryan Lambert Associate Administrator Office of Government Contracting and Business Development U.S. Small Business Administration 409 Third Street, SW Washington, DC 20002 Re: Request for Extension and Tribal Consultation - Small Busine more

Dutch Medical Clinics Urges CMS To Finalize New Maternity Care Codes And Opposes Alternative G-Code Proposal

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 Re: CMS-2026-2377 - CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule; Section II.D.3.b.(27) Maternity Care Services Dear Administrato more

Essentia Health Raises Concerns Over Proposed Medicare Payment Cuts and Expanded Regulations Threatening Rural Home Health Access

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. We are called to make a healthy difference in people's lives. Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork August 28, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1828-P P.O. Box 8013 Baltim more

Everytown for Gun Safety Urges to Rescind Rules Weakening Silencer Export Oversight

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 24, 2026 Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy U.S. Department of State SA-1 Columbia Plaza 2401 E. Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20522 Regulatory Policy Division Bureau of Industry and Security U.S. Department of Commerce 1401 Constitution Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20230 Re: Docket Number DOS-2026-0760 more

Home Care Association of New York State Opposes Proposed 3% Rate Reduction Threatening Home Health Access in New York

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 260 Washington Avenue Ext., Suite 100, Albany, NY 12203 P 518-426-8764 F 518-426-8888 E INFO@HCANYS.ORG WWW.HCANYS.ORG August 31, 2026 U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1844-P P.O. Box 8013 Baltimore, MD 21244-8013 Re: File Code CMS-1844-P, Medic more

LeadingAge Raises Concerns Over Proposed Medicare Home Health Payment Cuts and Enrollment Policies

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 31, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Ave. SW Washington, DC 20201 Subject: CMS-1844-P Calendar Year 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System (HH PPS) Rate Update; Requirements for the HH more

Michigan Health & Hospital Association Urges CMS to Suspend Medicare Home Health Payment Cuts to Protect Access and Quality

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Aug. 31, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Hubert H. Humphrey Building 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Room 445-G Washington, DC 20201 RE: Medicare Proposed Rule to Update the Medicare Home Health Prospective Payment System for Calendar Year 2027; CMS-18 more

National Shooting Sports Foundation Urges Clarification on Design Features That Classify Suppressors as Military-Grade for Export Controls

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 24, 2026 Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy Directorate of Defense Trade Controls U.S. Department of State 2401 E. Street, N.W. Washington, DC 20226 RE: Comments on RIN 1140-AG11; Docket No. DOS-2026-0760; International Traffic in Arms Regulations: USML Category I Firearm Suppressors Dear Sir or M more

NCART Urges CMS to Exempt Complex Rehab Technology Suppliers From Retroactive Revocation and Expansion of Revocation Triggers

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. P a g e 1 | 3 Submitted electronically to www.regulations.gov August 31, 2026 Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1844-P 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 Re: Comments on the Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies (DME more

Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition Urges CMS to Clarify LTC Pharmacy Exemptions and Protect Access Amid Proposed Enrollment Reforms

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- 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, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1844-P 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 Submitted electronically via regulations.gov RE: CMS-1844-P, Calendar Year 2027 Home Health Prospective Payme more

Society for Pediatric Dermatology Urges CMS to Withdraw Proposed Medicare Payment Cuts Threatening Skin Cancer Detection

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 11, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Submitted electronically via regulations.gov RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment more

11 Doctors of Clinical Laboratory Science Professionals Urge CMS to Preserve Risk-Based Suboptimal Specimen Testing and Permit Remote Competency Assessments

15 Advocacy Organizations Urges FAA Urges to Proceed With Passenger Evacuation Experience Survey to Improve Accessibility and Safety

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Theodore Mofle Civil Aerospace Medical Institute 6500 S MacArthur Blvd. Bldg. 13, Rm. 108B Oklahoma City, OK 73169 Re: FAA-2026-7671, Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments; Clearance of a New Approval of Information Collection: Passenger Evacuation Experience Survey more

16 Social Work Educators, Scholars Urge Education Department to Resolve Federal Link Obstacles for Emerging Accrediting Bodies

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket ID: ED-2025-OPE-1042 September 14, 2026 Office of Postsecondary Education United States Department of Education Re: Proposed Rule - Accreditation, Innovation, and Modernization: The Secretary's Recognition of Accrediting Agencies; Institutional Eligibility Under the Higher Education Act of 1965, as Amended, Stud more

580 Strategies LLC Urges SBA to Retain Receipts Ceilings to Safeguard Tribal and Socioeconomic Set-Aside Programs

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. To: Ryan Lambert, Associate Administrator, Office of Government Contracting and Business Development, U.S. Small Business Administration Re: Comment in Opposition to Proposed Rule, "Small Business Size Standards," 91 Fed. Reg. 53741 (Aug. 20, 2026) Docket No.: SBA-2026-0199 RIN: 3245-AI67 Date: September 15, 2026 Comme more

73 Advocacy Organizations Urge U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to Remove Inquiries Exceeding Core Statutory Family Relationship Determinations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 USCIS John R. Pfirrmann-Powell Acting Deputy Chief Office of Policy and Strategy Regulatory Coordination Division RE: Sign-On Letter Opposing Proposed Changes to Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative -- OMB No. 1615-0012; Docket ID USCIS 2007-0037 Dear Acting Deputy Chief Pfirrmann-Powell: The un more

AAPM&R Urges CMS to Reconsider Proposed Medicare Enrollment Policies to Protect Access to Rehabilitation Services

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 31, 2026 SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY The Honorable Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Attention: CMS-1844-P P.O. Box 8013 Baltimore, MD 21244-8013 RE: American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation's Comments on the 2027 Medicare Enrollment Proposals (CMS-1844-P) Dear more

AARP Urges CMS to Address Access and Quality Concerns in Proposed Home Health Payment and Policy Reforms

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 28, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, DC 20201 Submitted electronically to http://www.regulations.gov Re: CMS-1844-P: Calendar Year 2027 Home Health Prospective Payme more

AARP Urges FTC to Ban Surveillance Pricing and Strengthen Transparency Measures

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 15, 2026 Chair Andrew Ferguson Federal Trade Commission 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20580 Re: Proposed Enforcement Policy Statement Regarding Personalized Pricing, Docket No. COMISSION-2026-1057 (Submitted via Regulations.gov) Dear Chair Ferguson: AARP, which advocates for the 125 million more

Abbott Urges CMS to Establish Dedicated Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments Specialty for Molecular Testing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 11, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 Regulations [CMS-3485-NC] Dear Administrator more

Abridge Urges CMS to Recognize the Role of Technology in Reducing Administrative Burden and Enhancing Primary Care

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet C. Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P Mail Stop C4-26-05 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 File Code: CMS-1848-P Dear Administrator Oz: On behalf of Abri more

Advion Urges CMS to Reconsider Proposed Payment Adjustments and Reclassification Changes in Home Health Policy

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1444 I (Eye) Street, NW | Suite 301 |Washington, DC 20005 202.803.2385 | www.ADVIONadvocates.org August 31, 2026 VIA Electronic Submission The Honorable Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Department of Health and Human Services Room 445-G, Hubert H. Humphrey Building 200 Independ more

Advocate Health Urges CMS to Formally Recognize Integrated Multi-Site Laboratory Systems

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 RE: Medicare Program: Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations [RIN 0938-AW01] Dear Administrator Oz: On behalf more

AEG Presents Urges DHS, Justice Department to Prioritize Training for Major Public Event Jurisdictions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 425 W. 11th Street, Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA 90015 September 4, 2026 United States Department of Homeland Security Washington, DC 20528 United States Department of Justice 950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20530 Re: Comments of AEG Presents Responding to "Counter-UAS Authority for State, Local, Tribal, and T more

AJACE Inc. Urges SBA to Establish a Tiered Set-Aside Structure to Prevent Market Distortion Between Micro and Mid-Tier Entities

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. PUBLIC COMMENT OF AJACE, INC. Re: Small Business Size Standards Docket No. SBA-2026-0199 RIN 3245-AI67 Submitted by: AJACE, Inc. 14159 Robert Paris Ct., Suite A Chantilly, VA 20151 (703) 853-8103 Anitaj@ajace.com September 2026 Administrator U.S. Small Business Administration Washington, DC 20416 Re: Comments on Pro more

Ala. Professional Hunters Association Urges Fish & Wildlife Service to Provide Guides an Opportunity to Respond Before Client Evaluations Impact Competitive Permits

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. ALASKA PROFESSIONAL HUNTER ASSOCIATION, INC. P.O. Box 240971 ~ Anchorage, AK 99524 Phone: (907)-929-0619 ~ (907)-868-1562 Email: office@alaskaprohunter.org ~ www.alaskaprohunter.org 1 IMANAGE10095912263304.v1-9/14/26 September 14, 2026 Madonna Baucum Service Information Collection Officer U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 5 more

American Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants Urges CMS to Promote Reimbursement Stability for Anesthesia Services

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. www.anesthetist.org 1 | P a g e 7780 Elmwood Ave, Ste 130 | Middleton, WI 53562 Phone: 678.222.4233 | Fax: 608.492.0523 | Email: info@anesthetist.org September 10, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P Re: CMS-1848-P - Medi more

American Academy of Neurology Urges CMS to Oppose Proposed Fifty Percent Reductions for Same Day Visits and Procedures

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 9, 2026 Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 200 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20211 RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and Coverage Policies; Medicare Shared Savings Progra more

American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy Urges CMS to Reconsider Physician Fee Schedule Conversion Factor Reductions and Support Inflationary Updates

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. AAOA American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy September 10, 2026 Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and more

American Association of Bioanalysts Urges CMS to Establish Dedicated Andrology and Genetics Specialties

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services The Honorable Erica Schwartz Director Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Department of Health and Human Services Re: Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments Request for Information (CMS-3485-NC) Dear A more

American Association of Physicists in Medicine Urges NRC to Correct Technical and Calculation Errors Across Caregiver Tables and Regimen Equations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10, 2026 Jody C. Martin Secretary of the Commission U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001 ATTN: Rulemakings and Adjudications Staff Re: Draft Regulatory Guide DG-8070, Proposed Revision 2 to Regulatory Guide 8.39, Release of Patients Administered Radioactive Material; Docket NRC-2026- more

American College of Mohs Surgery Urges CMS to Recognize Fellowship Training for Laboratory Director Qualifications

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20201 Erica Schwartz, MD, JD, MPH Director Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1600 Clifton Road Atlanta, GA 30329 RE: Request for I more

American College of Radiology Urges NRC to Resolve Technical and Computational Inconsistencies Preventing Medically Unnecessary Hospitalizations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 9, 2026 U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission One White Flint North 11555 Rockville Pike Rockville, MD 20852-2738 RE: (Docket ID: NRC-2026-3730) Draft Regulatory Guide: Release of Patients Administered Radioactive Material; Comments of the American College of Radiology The American College of Radiology (ACR) - more

American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science Urges CMS to Require Certification for Data-Only Facilities

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- 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 92, Dundee, Michigan, 48131 301.478.6379 - www.ascls.org ASCLS [CMS-3485-NC] RIN 0938-AW01 Page 1 The American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) appreciates the opportunity to comment on this Request for Information on behalf of its members and other stakeholders drawn from a broad representation more

American Society for Clinical Pathology Urges CMS to Extend Specimen Block Retention Requirements

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, DC 20201 Re Request for Information Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 Regulations CMS 3485 NC Dear Administrator Oz: The American Society for Clinical P more

American Society for Clinical Pathology Urges CMS to Preserve Laboratory Director Discretion in Evaluating and Testing Suboptimal Specimens

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, DC 20201 Re Request for Information Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 Regulations CMS 3485 NC Dear Administrator Oz: The American Society for Cl more

American Society for Microbiology Clinical & Public Health Microbiology Urges CMS to Adopt Flexible Validation Frameworks for Advanced Molecular Testing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 Erica Schwartz, M.D., M.P.H., J.D. Director Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1600 Clifton Road Atlanta, GA 30329 Re: CMS-3485-NC; Request for Information; Cli more

Americans for Hearing & Communication Urges CPSC to Formally Evaluate Permanent Packaging Exemptions for Hearing Assistive Devices

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket No.: CPSC-2023-0004 In re: Notice of Availability and Request for Comment: Revision to the Voluntary Standard for Products Containing Button Cell or Coin Batteries, 91 Fed. Reg. 56,604 (Sept. 3, 2026) Comment Deadline: September 17, 2026 Submitted by: Neil A. Snyder Founder & Principal Americans for Hearing and more

AMGA Urges CMS to Expand Palliative Care Access and Strengthen Medicare Program Integrity

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 31, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 RE: CMS-1844-P; Calendar Year 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System (HH PPS) Rate Update; Requirements for the HH Quality Reporting Program and the Expanded HH Val more

Appledore Marine Engineering Urges SBA to Implement Back-Testing and Outlier Safeguards for Drastic Industry Threshold Increases

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 600 State Street, Suite E - Portsmouth, NH 03801 - Office: 603-766-1870 - appledoremarine.com September 15, 2026 COMMENTS OF APPLEDORE MARINE ENGINEERING, LLC 2026 Revised Size Standards Methodology Docket No. SBA-2026-0265 Appledore Marine Engineering, LLC ("Appledore") respectfully submits these comments regarding th more

Appledore Marine Engineering Urges SBA to Retain Industry-Specific Standards and Marine Engineering Exceptions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 600 State Street, Suite E Portsmouth, NH 03801 Office: 603-766-1870 appledoremarine.com September 15, 2026 COMMENTS OF APPLEDORE MARINE ENGINEERING, LLC Proposed Rule: Small Business Size Standards RIN 3245-AI67 | Docket No. SBA-2026-0199 I. Introduction Appledore Marine Engineering, LLC ("Appledore") respectfu more

Arkansas Advocates for Children & Families Urges USDA to Maintain Federal Administrative Cost Sharing Rates

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 24, 2026 Maribelle Balbes Food and Nutrition Administration U.S. Department of Agriculture 1320 Braddock Place Alexandria, VA 22314 Re: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Changes in Federal-State Administrative Cost Sharing (Docket No. FNS-2026-0034) Dear Ms. Balbes, Arkansas Advocates for Children a more

Artera Urges CMS to Refrain From Imposing Certification Mandates on Non-Laboratory Sites Using Authorized Image Analysis Software

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 650-239-7018 www.artera.ai 1 September 14, 2026 Via Regulations.gov The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: Request for Information: Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendm more

Arthritis Foundation Urges CMS to Reconsider Proposed Payment Reductions to Protect Access to Care for Patients With Arthritis

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- 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, MD Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 September 14, 2026 Re: CMS-2026-2377-0002; CY 2027 Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and Coverage Policies (CMS-1848-P) Dear Admini more

ARUP Laboratories Urges CMS to Streamline Duplicative Multi-Site Competency Assessments and Recognize Virtual Observations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10, 2026 Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016, Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: CMS-3485-NC; Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations To Whom it May Concern, Introduction We ar more

ASDSA Urges CMS to Maintain Dermatopathology Framework and Recognize Dermatology Board Certifications

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 Jay Bhattacharya, MD, Ph.D. Senior Official Carrying out the Delegable Duties Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Department of Health more

ASGE Urges CMS to Refine Medicare Enrollment and Revocation Policies to Protect Legitimate Providers

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 3300 Woodcreek Drive Downers Grove, Illinois 60515 630-573-0600 / 630-963-8607 fax info@asge.org / www.asge.org August 31, 2026 Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services US Department of Health & Human Services 200 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20543 Re: Calendar Year 2027 Ho more

ASMS Urges CMS and CDC to Maintain Existing Dermatology-Based Regulations for Mohs Surgery to Protect Patient Access

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. American Society for Mohs Surgery September 13, 2026 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov (Docket No. CMS-2026-2345) Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Re: CMS-3485-NC - Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Imp more

Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies Urges CMS to Retain Technology-Neutral Performance Specifications and Professional Oversight of AI

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Mehmet Oz MD, MBA Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations (CMS-3485-NC) Dear Dr. Oz: The Assoc more

Association of Genetic Technologists Urges CMS for Modernization of CLIA Regulations to Preserve Clinical Cytogenetics as a Distinct Specialty

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The Association of Genetic Technologists 219 Timberland Trail Lane Rocky Top, TN 37769 Web: www.agt-info.org Email: agtinfonow@agt-info.org Phone: 423.567.4AGT Comment on CMS-3485-NC: Clinical Cytogenetics Re: CLIA Request for Information | RIN: 0938-AW01 | Questions: Clinical Cytogenetics 1 and 2 Submitted more

Association of Independent California Colleges & Universities Urges Education Department to Eliminate Cost-Benefit Analysis Requirements for Campus Services and Facilities

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1121 L Street, Suite 802, Sacramento, CA 95814 aiccu.edu September 15, 2026 Mr. Aaron Washington Oce of Postsecondary Education 400 Maryland Ave. SW Washington, D.C. 20202 Subject: Docket ID ED-2025-OPE-1042 Dear Mr. Washington: The Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities (AICCU) is more

Bayou City Breastfeeding Urges CMS to Recognize Board Certified Lactation Consultant Credential Independent of Registered Nurse Licensure

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Bayou City Breastfeeding, LLC 3007 Woodland Hills Drive, Suite 205 Kingwood, Texas 77339-1403 admin@bayoucitybreastfeeding.com September 10, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P P.O. Box 8016 Bal more

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Orthopaedic Surgery Chief Rodriguez Urges CMS to Withdraw Proposed Fifty Percent Payment Reductions for Same Day Services

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Department of Orthopaedics September 9, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P Mail Stop C4-26-05 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under th more

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Urges CMS to Prevent Physician Fee Schedule Conversion Factor Cuts and Support Annual Inflationary Updates

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 9, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P Mail Stop C4-26-05 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Sche more

Bioeconomy Information Sharing & Analysis Center Urges CMS to Require Network Segmentation and Cryptographic Data Integrity Safeguards

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. TO: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) & Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) FROM: Bioeconomy Information Sharing and Analysis Center (BIO-ISAC) DATE: September 14, 2026 SUBJECT: BIO-ISAC Public Comment on CLIA Regulations: Clinical Laboratory more

BJC HealthCare Urges CMS to Address Calibration Verification Challenges for Closed Instruments

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Dr. Mehmut Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC Mail Stop C4-26-05 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850. RE: Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations more

Brown Technologies Urges SBA to Limit Any Increases to Historically Consistent Incremental Benchmarks

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Brown Technologies Incorporated (BTI) Huntsville, Alabama September 14, 2026 Ryan Lambert, Associate Administrator Office of Government Contracting and Business Development U.S. Small Business Administration 409 Third Street, SW, Mail Code 6530 Washington, DC 20416 Submitted via www.regulations.gov Re: Comments on more

BuildStrong America Urges HUD to Fully Fund Mitigation and Update Rebuilding Standards in Disaster Recovery Formula

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 901 7th St NW #200 Washington, DC 20001 September 11, 2026 SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY: http://www.regulations.gov and Disaster_Recovery@hud.gov Regulations Division Office of General Counsel Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street SW Room 10276 Washington, DC 20410-0500 Re: Comments of BuildStrong Americ more

Calif. Food Banks Urges USDA to Conduct Comprehensive Impact Analysis on Funding Reductions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1616 Franklin Street, #300 Oakland, CA 94612 (510) 272-4435 September 8, 2026 Maribelle Balbes U.S. Department of Agriculture 1320 Braddock Place, Alexandria VA 22314 RE: Proposed Rule: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Changes in Federal-State Administrative Cost Sharing (FNS-2026-0595, RIN 0584-AF22) Dear M more

California Home Health Providers Urge CMS to Withdraw Temporary Payment Adjustment and Strengthen Program Integrity

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. California Association for Health Services at Home 9355 East Stockton Blvd, Suite 217, Elk Grove, CA 95624 | p: 916.641.5795 | www.CAHSAH.org August 31, 2026 VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services more

California Loggers Advocate Rescinding Roadless Rule to Boost Forest Management and Local Economies

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. ASSOCIATED CALIFORNIA LOGGERS 555 CAPITOL MALL, SUITE 745 SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA 95814 (916) 441-7940 FAX 441-7942 www.calog.com To: USDA Secretary of Agriculture September 14, 2026 Ms. Brooke Rollins From: The Associated California Loggers Comments on Rescinding the Roadless Rule Madam Secretary Issue: The Roadles more

California Urges Reform of Disaster Recovery Formula to Better Address Wildfire and Rental Housing Needs

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HOUSING & HOMELESSNESS AGENCY DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION OF FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE May Lee State Office Complex 651 Bannon Street Sacramento, CA 95811 (916) 263-2771 www.hcd.ca.gov September 14, 2026 Regulations Division, Office of General Couns more

Cancer Support Community Urges NRC to Support Flexible Supervision Standards for Cancer Therapies

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 5614 Connecticut Avenue NW, Ste. 280, Washington, D.C. 20015 T: 202.659.9709 | F: 202.974.7999 cancersupportcommunity.org September 10, 2026 Office of Administration ATTN: Program Management, Announcements and Editing Staff Mail Stop: TWFN-7-A60M U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001 RE: Pro more

Center for Immigration Studies Urges U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services to Mandate Direct Referral of All Removable Asylum Applicants to Immigration Courts

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Regulatory Coordination Division Office of Policy and Strategy U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services 5900 Capital Gateway Drive Camp Springs, MD 20746 Re: Affirmative Asylum Referrals Without Interview, DHS Docket No. USCIS-2026-0199 To Whom It May Concern, The Center for Immigration Studies more

Chaos Industries Urges FBI to Separate Passive Detection Sensors From Counter-Drone Mitigation Rules

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. COMMENTS OF CHAOS INDUSTRIES INC. Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System Authority for State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Law Enforcement and Correctional Agencies Interim Final Rule | Docket No. FBI-2026-0001 | 91 Fed. Reg. 41466 (July 6, 2026) Submitted by: CHAOS Industries Inc Date: September 4, 2026 Contact: Sanjay R more

City of Los Angeles Urges HUD to Revise Disaster Recovery Formula to Better Address Wildfire Damage and Unmet Needs

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Todd Richardson Office of Policy Development and Research Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7 th Street SW, Room 8138 RE: Notice on CDBG-DR Formula; Docket No. FR-6337-N-02 (August 13, 2026) The City of Los Angeles appreciates the opportunity to respond to the Department's Request fo more

Clear Choice Healthcare Urges CMS to Accurately Recognize Clinician Time for Wound Care

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Email: eperez@clearchoicehc.com August 31, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: CMS-1848-P - Comment on the Proposed Revaluation of CPT 97610, Low Frequency Non-Contact Non-Thermal Ultrasound Wound more

CME Coalition Urges CMS to Integrate Quality Improvement Education Within Merit-Based Incentive Payment System Value Pathways

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 9, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet C. Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and Coverage Policies; Medicare Shared more

College of Medical Technologists of Puerto Rico Urges CMS to Recognize Pre-Analytical Specimen Preparation as Technical Functions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Comments on CMS-2026-2345-0001 Submitted by the College of Medical Technologists of Puerto Rico Regarding the CLIA Request for Information (RFI) Introduction The College of Medical Technologists of Puerto Rico appreciates the opportunity to provide comments in response to this Request for Information more

Connected Health Initiative Urges Clarification and Guidance on AI Software, Data-Only Facilities, and Cybersecurity Regulations for Modern Laboratory Testing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, Maryland 21244-8016 RE: Comments of the Connected Health Initiative on the Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Imp more

Consortium of State School Boards Associations Urges Education Department to Base Multi-Year Continuation Awards on Objective Performance Standards

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Zachary Rogers U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue SW Washington, DC 20202 Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov Re: Comments on Proposed Rule, "Education Department General Administrative Regulations," 91 Fed. Reg. 54666 (August 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542 De more

Council for Higher Education Accreditation Urges Education Department to Strike Provisions Turning Accrediting Agencies Into Law Enforcers

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Mr. Aaron Washington Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20202 RE: Comments to the Department of Education on the Accreditation, Innovation, and Modernization: Secretary's Recognition of Accrediting Agencies Regulations [Docket ID: ED-2025-OPE-1042-0002] To whom more

Council on Radionuclides & Radiopharmaceuticals Urges NRC to Expand Caregiver Occupancy Factors and Remove Unpaid Caregiver Restrictions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 28, 2026 Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Washington, DC 20555-0001. Re: DOCKET ID NRC-2026-3730, DRAFT REGULATORY GUIDE (DG), DG-8070, "RELEASE OF PATIENTS ADMINISTERED RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL" FEDERAL REGISTER VOL. 91, NO. 153; AUGUST 11, 2026 I am writing tod more

D.C. Consumer Rights Coalition Urges FTC to Preserve Independent Enforcement Remedies Under District of Columbia Consumer Protection Statutes

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING THE FTC'S PROPOSED ENFORCEMENT POLICY STATEMENT ON PERSONALIZED PRICING Docket No. FTC-2026-1057 FTC File No. P034101 Submitted September 15, 2026 The D.C. Consumer Rights Coalition appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Federal Trade Commission's proposed enforcement policy statement r more

Defense Contractor Urges SBA to Limit Proposed Size Standard Increases to Protect Small Business Status

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. DEFTEC Corporation 200 West Side Square, Suite 410 Huntsville, AL 35801 September 14, 2026 Khem R. Sharma, Ph.D. Chief, Office of Size Standards U.S. Small Business Administration 409 3rd Street SW Washington, DC 20416 Submitted electronically via regulations.gov Re: Comments on Proposed Rule, Small Business Si more

Diamondback Solutions Urges SBA to Implement a Federal Procurement Impact Test Assessing Contract Dollar Redistribution

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 15, 2026 Administrator, U.S. Small Business Administration 409 3rd Street SW Washington, DC 20416 Subject: Public Comment on Proposed Rule - SBA Size Standards Methodology Federal Register Document No. 2026-17039 Submitted by: Diamondback Solutions, INC, an SBA-certified Woman-Owned Small Business I. more

DOT Urged to Standardize Digital Right-of-Way Data to Accelerate Infrastructure Projects

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 76 School Street, Somerville, MA 02143 | cyvl.com September 15, 2026 U.S. Department of Transportation Docket Operations West Building, 5th Floor, Room W58-213 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, DC 20590 Submitted electronically via regulations.gov and AGCC@dot.gov Re: Docket No. DOT-OST-2026-3269 - Ameri more

Elara Caring Criticizes CMS Proposed Rule for CY2027 Home Health Payment and Program Integrity Policies

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 3010 LBJ FRWY, STE 1100 DALLAS TX 75234 Via Electronic Submission August 31, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Hubert H. Humphrey Building 200 Independence Avenue, S.W., Room 445-G Washington, DC 20201 RE: Calendar Year 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System (HH PPS) more

Eli Lilly & Co. Urges NRC to Remove Patient Instructions on Storing Radioactive Trash for Decay

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10, 2026 U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards Washington, DC 20555-0001 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov Re: Docket ID NRC-2026-3730; Draft Regulatory Guide DG-8070, "Release of Patients Administered Radioactive Material" (Proposed Revision 2 to more

Family Counseling Center Urges Rejection of Proposed Head Start Rule Changes to Protect Program Standards

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 15, 2026 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families Office of Head Start Re: Comments on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, "Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs" (RIN 0970-AD30; Docket No. ACF-2026-0595) Dear Secretary Kennedy and Administration for Chil more

Foodlink Urges USDA to Release Comprehensive Impact Analysis on Proposed Funding Shifts

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 7, 2026 Maribelle Balbes Food and Nutrition Administration U.S. Department of Agriculture 1320 Braddock Place Alexandria, VA 22314 Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Administrative Cost Sharing Proposed Rule Dear Ms. Balbes: Please accept Foodlink's comments below on the United States Depa more

Future Entheogenic Medicines Urges FDA to Advance Veteran-Focused Traumatic Brain Injury Trials While Differentiating Exploratory Neurological Claims

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. FUTURE ENTHEOGENIC MEDICINES LLC (F.E.M.) | PUBLIC COMMENT Docket FDA-2026-N-7542 | Page 1 PUBLIC COMMENT Considerations for Potential Future Therapeutic Use of Psychedelic Drugs Docket No. FDA-2026-N-7542 | 91 FR 43095 Submitted by Future Entheogenic Medicines LLC (F.E.M.) Representative Gaetano G.M. Lardieri, Spe more

George Mason University Mercatus Center Fellow Marar Urges FTC to Avoid Treating Nondisclosure of Price Personalization as Deceptive Practice

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Satya Marar | Personalized Pricing Comment From: Satya Marar, Research Fellow (Innovation, Competition & Governance) Mercatus Center at George Mason University 3434 Washington Blvd, 4th Floor, Arlington, VA 22201 September 15, 2026 To: Federal Trade Commission 600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20580 RE: Pro more

Grand Rapids Allergy Urges CMS to Eliminate or Substantially Increase Current Thirty Unit Medically Unlikely Edit

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Submitted to: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Re: Request for Information Regarding CPT Code 95165 - Definition of a Dose for Allergen Immunotherapy Submitted by: Grand Rapids Allergy Date: 8/26/26 I. Introduction Grand Rapids Allergy appreciates the opportunity to respond to the Centers for Medicare & Medica more

Guardant Health Urges CMS to Regulate Data-Only Facilities Based on Actionable Clinical Outputs Rather Than Ancillary Services

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D., MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services The Honorable Erica Schwartz, M.D., MPH, JD Director Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Department of Health and Human Services RE: Request for Information; more

Harris County Flood Control District Urges HUD to Incorporate Flood-Depth Thresholds and Watershed-Level Data in Disaster Recovery Funding Formula

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket No. FR-6337-N-02 - Comment of Harris County Flood Control District _____________________________________________________________________________________ Harris County Flood Control District 9900 Northwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77092 September 14, 2026 Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Office more

Healthcare Association of New York State Warns CMS Proposed Payment and Enrollment Changes Threaten Home Health Sustainability

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 31, 2026 Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Attention: CMS-1844-P 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, Maryland 21244 RE: CMS-1844-P: Medicare Program; Home Health Prospective Payment System for Calendar Year 2027; Proposed Rule Dear Administrator Oz: The Healthcare Associ more

Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management Group Urges Clarification and Fairness in CMS Provider Enrollment and Revocation Policies

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1844-P P.O. Box 8013 Baltimore, MD 21244-8013. Re: HBMA Comments on Calendar Year 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System (HH PPS) Rate Update; Requirements for the HH Quality Report more

Healthy Environment Alliance of Utah Urges NRC to Require Independent Verification and Characterization of Low-Level Waste Streams

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. HEAL Utah 824 S 400 W, Suite B111 Salt Lake City, UT 84101 Nuclear Regulatory Commission Docket (NRC-2026-3532) September 8, 2026 Re: EnergySolutions application to import radioactive waste from Ontario, Canada for disposal at the Clive, Utah facility Docket (NRC-2026-3532) HEAL Utah respectfully submits these comments more

Herdt Consulting Urges SBAn to Preserve Six-Digit Codes, Military Exceptions, and Federal Procurement Factors in Methodology Calculations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. HERDT CONSULTING, INC. A Veteran-Owned Small Business 261 Normandy Lane | Chelsea, AL 35043 | T: 800.934.1297 | E: info@herdtconsulting.com www.herdtconsulting.com September 14, 2026 Ryan Lambert Associate Administrator Office of Government Contracting and Business Development U.S. Small Business Administration more

Hologic Urges CMS to Establish Dedicated Molecular Oncology Specialty Under Laboratory Regulations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 10210 Genetic Center Drive, San Diego, CA 92121 USA | +1.858.410.8000 | Hologic.com September 14, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Response to Request for Informatio more

Hospice and Palliative Care Association of Iowa Urges CMS to Reconsider Reimbursement and Enrollment Policies to Protect Access for Rural Patients

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 100 East Grand Avenue Suite 120 Des Moines, IA 50309 Phone: (515) 243-1046 Fax: (515) 283-9366 Web site: www.hpcai.org August 31, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services P.O. Box 8013 Baltimore, MD 21244-1813 RE more

Hunger Solutions Urges USDA to Delay Implementation of Cost Sharing Provisions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 8, 2026 Maribelle Balbes Food and Nutrition Administration U.S. Department of Agriculture 1320 Braddock Place Alexandria, VA 22314 Re: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Administrative Cost Sharing Proposed Rule Dear Ms. Balbes, Hunger Solutions New York submits these comments in response to the U more

Hybrid Power Technologies Urges NRC to Recognize Industry Consensus Codes and Clarify Non-Safety-Related Risk Assessment Classifications

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Michael F. Keller President Hybrid Power Technologies LLC September 7, 2026 Regulations.gov OAR/DARP-ISG-2026-XX 1 of 9 Division of Rulemaking, Environmental, and Financial Support Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001 Subject: Risk Informed D more

IEM Urges HUD to Retain Percentage Floors Rather Than Presumptive Caps for Infrastructure and Economic Revitalization Needs

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 RE: Notice on CDBG-DR Formula Docket No. FR-6337-N-02 To the Office of Policy Development and Research, Department of Housing and Urban Development: IEM sincerely appreciates the opportunity to submit a response to the Department's Request for Information on the Community Development Block Grant Dis more

Immigrant Legal Resource Center Urges U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services to Strike Irrelevant Criminal History and Discretionary Questions From Petitions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 USCIS John R. Pfirrmann-Powell Acting Deputy Chief Office of Policy and Strategy Regulatory Coordination Division RE: ILRC Comment in Opposition to Agency Information Collection Activities - OMB No. 1615-0012; Docket ID USCIS 2007-0037, Revision of a Currently Approved Collection: Form I-130, P more

Inflection Medicine Urges CMS to Permanently Allow Remote Review of Digital Laboratory Data

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 201 Brookline Avenue, Suite 1401 Boston, MA 02215 Inflectionmedicine.com September 14, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments more

Initiative for a Competitive Inner City Opposes Proposed Increase in Small Business Size Standards to Protect Competition and Access

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 16, 2026 Mr. Ryan Lambert Associate Administrator, Office of Government Contracting and Business Development U.S. Small Business Administration 409 Third Street SW Washington, DC 20416 RE: Small Business Size Standards RIN 3245-AI67 Docket No. SBA-2026-0199 Dear Associate Administrator Lambert: The In more

Innovate! Inc. Urges SBA to Establish Enhanced Competitive Impact Reviews for Disproportionate Size Standard Increases

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. NAVIGATING COMPLEXITY. DELIVERING SIMPLICITY. Award-Winning Geospatial & Salesforce Solutions Trusted Partner for Teams at All Levels Small Business | Woman-Owned (WOSB) GSA MAS | GSA OASIS+ SB, WOSB | NASA SEWP VI Category C September 11, 2026 Ryan Lambert Associate Administrator Office of Government Contracting and more

Innovations for Aging Urges CMS to Retain Non-Facility Practice Expense Valuation for Coaching Codes

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 3001 Broadway St. NE, Suite 601, Minneapolis, MN 55413 A program of Innovations for Aging, LLC For TDD, contact Minnesota Relay Service at 1-800-627-3529. YOURJUNIPER.ORG INFO@YOURJUNIPER.ORG 1-855-215-2174 September 10, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services more

Institute for Socio-Ecological Research Urges NOAA to Prioritize Native Bivalves Seaweeds and Restorative Aquaculture Frameworks

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Calle Munoz Rivera #38 Cabo Rojo, PR 00623 www.isercaribe.org Public Comment on the Identification of Future Aquaculture Opportunity Areas Docket No. NOAA-NMFS-2026-2179 Identifying Aquaculture Opportunity Areas in U.S. Waters Re: Future Aquaculture Opportunity Areas - Puerto Rico The Institute for Socio-Ecolog more

Interior Systems Urges Caution Over Proposed Large Increase in Small Business Size Standards

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. COMMENTS ON PROPOSED RULE Small Business Size Standards 91 Fed. Reg. 53,741 (August 20, 2026) Docket No. SBA-2026-0199 | RIN 3245-AI67 COMMENTS ON PROPOSED RULE Small Business Size Standards 91 Fed. Reg. 53,741 (August 20, 2026) Docket No. SBA-2026-0199 | RIN 3245-AI67 Submitted to: Ryan Lambert, Associate Admin more

Intermountain Health Praises CMS Proposal to Expand Telehealth and Remote Monitoring Services

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 9, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 Re: Comments on CY 2027 Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule Dear Administrator Oz, Intermountain Health welcomes the oppor more

Jackson Oncology Raises Concerns Over Reimbursement Discrepancies for Scalp Cooling Treatments

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. EXHIBIT A Empirical Vendor Cost Documentation Mechanical Scalp Cooling - CPT 97007 Submitted by: Jackson Oncology Associates, PLLC Jackson, Mississippi Submitted in Support of: Comments on the CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule (CMS-1848-P) Purpose of Exhibit This exhibit provides contemporaneou more

Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Dermatology Professor Smith Urges CMS to Maintain Indirect Practice Cost Indexing Allocation

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- 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, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payme more

Johnstown, N.Y., Mayor Urges Department of Health and Human Services to Preserve Head Start Protections

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. City of Johnstown Office of the Mayor 33-41 East Main Street Johnstown, New York 12095 Phone: (518) 736-4012 Fax: (518) 736-4032 https://cityofjohnstown.ny.gov/ 09/14/2026 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families Office of Head Start Re: "Reducing Federal Burden for more

Joint Commission Urges Reassessment of Calibration Verification and Strengthens Emergency Preparedness and Cybersecurity Standards

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 Erica Schwartz, MD, MPH, JD Director Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1600 Clifton Road Atlanta, GA 30333 [Docket: CMS-2026-2345. Submitted electronically via regul more

Kelmara Health Urges FDA to Assess Operational Capacity Costs and Reimbursement Documentation Burdens in Postmarketing Safeguards

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comment to Docket No. FDA-2026-N-7542 Re: Considerations for Potential Future Therapeutic Use of Psychedelic Drugs; Public Hearing; Request for Comments (91 FR 43095) Submitted by: Ruben Ramirez, Founder, Kelmara Health, Brooklyn, New York Topic areas addressed: (1) Provider Training and Credentialing; (3) Consideration more

Kidney Care Coalition Urges CMS to Preserve Enhanced Modifier Eligibility in Successor Accountable Care Programs

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10, 2026 Submitted via regulations.gov The Honorable Administrator Mehmet Oz, M.D. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and more

Kishwaukee College Urges Education Department to Establish Objective Standards and Timely Protections for Multi-Year Grant Continuations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Office of the President Dr. Laurie S. Borowicz, President Direct: 815-825-3334 - lborowicz@kish.edu KISHWAUKEE COLLEGE PUBLIC COMMENT Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542 RIN 1875-AA14 Federal Register 91 FR 54666; Document No. 2026-17239 Proposed regulations: more

Lantheus Urges NRC to Add Specific Caregiver Occupancy Factors and Remove Unpaid Caregiver Restrictions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 201 Burlington Road, Bedford, MA 01730 September 10, 2026 Nicholee Valentine Chief, Guidance and Publication Branch Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001 Re: DOCKET ID NRC-2026-3730, DRAFT REGULATORY GUIDE, DG-8070, "RELEASE OF PATIENTS A more

Legal Defense Fund Calls for Public Hearing on Racial Nondiscrimination Regulations in Private Schools

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Advancing racial justice since 1940 40 Rector Street 5th Floor New York, NY 10006 700 14th Street NW Suite 600 Washington, DC 20005 260 Peachtree Street NW Suite 2300 Atlanta, GA 30303 naacpldf.org 212-965-2200 September 14, 2026 The Honorable Frank J. Bisignano Chief Executive Officer Internal Revenue Service 150 more

LINC LLC Urges SBA to Establish Formula Caps and Guardrails Against Extreme Threshold Increases in Professional Services

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. LINC | 667 F Street NE, Washington DC 20002 | www.linclocal.org September 14, 2026 Ryan Lambert Associate Administrator Office of Government Contracting and Business Development U.S. Small Business Administration 409 Third Street SW, Mail Code 6530 Washington, DC 20416 RE: Comments on Revised Size Standards more

LinkMind Foundation Enloe Chapter Urges EPA to Clarify Baseline Safety Levels for PFAS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comment on Guidance: Reducing Risk from Perfluorooctanoic Acid and Perfluorooctane Sulfonic Acid in Biosolids I. Introduction The LinkMind Foundation submits the following comment regarding the draft to reduce Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) in biosolids to provide guidance to the o more

Major County Sheriffs Urges FBI to Preserve Agency Command Authority in Drone Mitigation Decisions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 4, 2026 Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov Agency: Federal Bureau of Investigation Docket No.: FBI-2026-0001 RIN: 1110-AA39; 1601-AB25 Re: Comments in Response to the Interim Final Rule, "Counter-UAS Authority for State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Law Enforcement and Correctional Agencies" Com more

Mass. Health Data Consortium Urges CMS to Expand Hardship Exclusions for Mandatory Electronic Prior Authorization

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Oz, Administrator, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Dear Administrator Oz: On behalf of the Massachusetts Health Data Consortium (MHDC), we are pleased to provide public more

Mayo Clinic Supports Proposed Revision to NRC Radiation Protection Guidelines for Radioactive Patient Releases

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 4500 San Pablo Road Jacksonville, Florida 32224 904-953-2000 200 First Street SW Rochester, Minnesota 55905 507-284-2511 13400 East Shea Boulevard Scottsdale, Arizona 85259 480-301-8000 10 September 2026 Submitted electronically to https://www.regulations.gov/ Office of Nuclear Material Safety and S more

Medicare Payment Advisory Commission Urges CMS to Revalue or Convert Ten- and Ninety-Day Global Surgical Packages to Zero-Day Codes

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 9, 2026 Mehmet Oz, M.D., M.B.A. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Mail Stop C4-26-05 7500 Security Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 Attention: CMS-1848-P Dear Dr. Oz: The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) welcomes the oppor more

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Urges CMS to Recognize Existing Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments Oversight for Laboratory-Developed Tests

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services PO Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: CMS-3485-NC, Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations Dear Dr. Oz: Thank you for the opportunity to provid more

Missoula Bone & Joint Urges CMS to Withdraw Same-Day Evaluation and Management Payment Reductions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 8, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet C. Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Hubert H. Humphrey Building, Room 445-G 200 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20201 Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Ph more

Momentum Consulting Urges CMS to Extend Pathology Specimen Block Retention Periods to Ten Years

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. MOMENTUM Consulting, LLC Monroe, CT 06468 www.momentumconsulting.org 14 September 2026 Submitted via regulations.gov Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Docket CMS-2026-2345 Re: Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations more

Morgan State University Urges Education Department to Preserve Mandatory Peer Review and Maintain Strict Safeguards Against Opportunistic Accreditor Switching

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Morgan State University | Docket ID ED-2025-OPE-1042 | 1 September 14, 2026 U.S. Department of Education Office of Postsecondary Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20202 RE: Public Comment on Notice of Proposed Rulemaking -- Docket ID ED-2025-OPE-1042 (RIN 1840AD82) Accreditation, Innovation, and Modern more

MSACL Clinical Advisory Committee Urges CMS to Involve Laboratory Professionals in CLIA Modernization

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comments of the MSACL Clinical Advisory Committee CLIA Modernization Workgroup on File Code CMS-3485-NC Modernization of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Regulations - Request for Information Prepared and submitted by the MSACL CAC CLIA Modernization Workgroup 14 September 2026 Administrator, more

National Academy of Neuropsychology Urges CMS to Advance Long-Term Inflation-Adjusted Physician Payment Stability

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet C. Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Hubert H. Humphrey Building 200 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20201 Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee more

National Community Development Association Urges HUD to Simplify and Improve Disaster Recovery Funding Formula

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Mr. Todd Richardson General Deputy Assistant Secretary Office of the Secretary for Policy Development and Research 451 7th Street, SW Washington, DC 20410 RE: Docket No. FR-6337-N-02; Request for Information, Notice on CDBG-DR Formula Dear Mr. Richardson: The National Community Developmen more

National Partnership for Healthcare & Hospice Innovation Urges CMS to Finalize Advance Care Planning Clinical Staff Codes and Telehealth Coverage

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Page | 1 September 14, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Ave, SW Washington, DC 20201 RE: Comments on the CY 2027 Revisions to Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and more

National Society of Genetic Counselors Urges CMS to Recognize Counselors in Clinical Consultant and Supervisory Roles

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations (CMS-3485-NC) Dear more

Native Claim Firm Urges OPM to Add Consistent Factual Assurances for Removed Legacy Postal and Apportionment Provisions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket No. OPM-2026-0562 THE NATIVE CLAIM FIRM Official Correspondence BEFORE THE OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT WASHINGTON, D.C. COMMENTS OF THE NATIVE CLAIM FIRM Docket No.: OPM-2026-0562 Document No.: OPM-2026-0562-0001 In re: Direct Final Rule; Updates and Amendments to the Civil Service Rules I. Statement of more

New York Mental Health Organization Urges Federal Regulations for Stable Funding and Clear Deadlines

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. NEW YORK STATE MENTAL HEALTH ALLIANCE, LLC PO Box 123 | Fairport, NY 14450 | www.nysmhalliance.org Page 1 September 1, 2026 U.S. Department of Education Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov Re: Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542; RIN 1875-AA14 Education D more

Nine Ten Drones Urges Federal Agencies to Permit Mutual Aid Deployments for Unaccredited Departments

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Submitted via regulations.gov Docket No. FBI-2026-0001 Re: Counter-UAS Authority for State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Law Enforcement and Correctional Agencies; Interim Final Rule (91 FR 41466) To the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Department of Justice, and the Department of Homeland Security: INTEREST OF T more

Norseman Defense Technologies Urges SBA to Reject Proposed Receipts-Based Metric for Pass-Through Industries

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Formal Public Comment Docket No.: SBA-2026-0199 Proposed Rule: Small Business Size Standards: ITVAR Industry Submitting Entity: Federal Contractor (NAICS 541519) Subject: Strong Opposition to the Elimination of the Footnote 18 ITVAR Exception and Proposed $531 Million Receipts-Based Standard Dear Associate Administrat more

North American Quitline Consortium Urges CMS to Finalize 2027 Increase in Tobacco Cessation Counseling Valuation

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 9, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 Re: CMS-1848-P; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and Coverage Policies; 91 Fed more

Northeast College of Health Sciences Urges Education Department to Permit Mission-Specific and Contextualized Student Outcome Metrics

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 To Whom It May Concern: On behalf of Northeast College of Health Sciences, I appreciate the opportunity to comment on the U.S. Department of Education's proposed accreditation regulations arising from the Accreditation, Innovation, and Modernization (AIM) negotiated rulemaking process. Northeast Co more

Novartis Urges NRC to Revise Regulatory Guide on Radioactive Patient Release Standards

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10, 2026 Director Andrea Kock Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Docket ID NRC 2026-3730 RE: DRAFT REGULATORY GUIDE (DG), DG-8070, RELEASE OF PATIENTS ADMINISTERED RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL Novartis is a global innovative medicines company committed to developing more

Nuclear Pharmacy Association Urges NRC to Retain Per-Administration Standards for Patient and Bystander Radiation Safety

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10, 2026 Chairman Ho K. Nieh U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001 RE: Proposed Rule: Reforming and Modernizing the NRC's Radiation Protection Framework (NRC-2025-1140) and Draft Regulatory Guide: Release of Patients Administered Radioactive Material (NRC-2026-3730) Dear Chairman Nieh more

NXTSTIM Urges CMS to Establish Clinical Integration Standards and Audit Controls in Lieu of Contractor Bans

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 11, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P Re: Comment on CMS-1848-P, CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule, Remote Physiologic Monitoring and Remote Therapeutic Monitoring Supervision Requirements Dear CMS Rulemak more

Open Door Community Health Centers Urges CMS to Permit Flexible Session Durations and Larger Group Sizes

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Formal Comments on Proposed HCPCS Code GSMAS Shared Medical Appointments (SMAs) Public Comment on Proposed HCPCS Submitted to: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Regarding: Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule, HCPCS Code GSMAS Submitted by: Open Door Community Health Centers Open Door Communit more

Osteopathic Cranial Academy Urges CMS to Exclude Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment From Cross-Cutting Procedure Discount Policies

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D., M.B.A. Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 Re: CMS-1848-P / CMS-2026-2377-0002 - CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule. Dear Administrator Oz: more

Pacific Tech Construction Advocates for Employee-Based Size Standards to Support Growth and Competition

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1302 Walnut Street, Kelso, WA 98626 | P: 360-414-8084 | F: 360-414-8196 | www.pactechgroup.com September 15, 2026 Ryan Lambert Associate Administrator, Office of Government Contracting and Business Development U.S. Small Business Administration 409 Third Street SW, Mail Code 6530 Washington, DC 20416 Submitted via more

Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies Urges HUD to Recognize Centers for Independent Living as Essential Recovery Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Community Planning and Development Re: Notice on Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Formula; Docket No. FR-6337-N-02 Dear Secretary Turner: The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies (The Partnership) more

Partnership for the National Trails System Urges USDA to Protect Scenic Corridors and Drinking Water Watersheds

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 2, 2026 To: USDA Forest Service From: Partnership for the National Trails System Re: RIN 0596-AD66 The National Trails System community would like to address the Roadless Rule issue that has been opened for public comment. The Roadless Rule is a critical protection for our National Trails System, and t more

Payette River Regional Technical Academy Urges FAA to Permit High School Credential Holders to Take Mechanic Written Examinations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 U.S. Department of Transportation Docket Operations, M-30 West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, DC 20590-0001 Re: Docket FAA-2026-9274-0003 - Support for ATEC's Petition for Exemption To Whom It May Concern: On behalf of Payette River Regional Technical Ac more

Physical Therapy Provider Network Urges CMS to Preserve Flexible Staffing Models for Remote Therapeutic Monitoring

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 4, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attn: CMS-1848-P for CY 2027 P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Dear Administrator Oz and CMS Leadership: On behalf of the Physical Therapy Provider Network (PTPN), we appreciate the opportunity to comment on the C more

Plasma Protein Therapeutics Association Urges CMS to Recognize Automated Direct Readout Refractometer Advancements and FDA Quality Controls

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket No. CMS-2026-2345 File Code: CMS-3485-NC Submitted via Regulations.gov September 14, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Department of Health and Human Services, P.O. Box 8016, Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulatio more

Plus3 IT Systems Urges SBA to Establish a Two-Tier Set-Aside Standard to Protect Emerging and Micro Enterprises

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comments in Opposition to the Proposed Size Standard Adjustments September 14, 2026 To: U.S. Small Business Administration 409 Third Street SW, Mail Code 6530 Washington, DC 20416 Attn: Ryan Lambert, Associate Administrator, Office of Government Contracting and Business Development RE: RIN 3245-AI67 or Docket No. S more

Profound Ventures Urges FDA to Implement Risk-Proportionate Premarket Requirements to Protect Early-Stage Medical Technology Innovators

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. PROFOUND VENTURES A Social Impact Venture Studio Profound Ventures | Comment on Docket: FDA-2026-Considerations for Regulation of GenAI-Enabled Medical Devices | Page 1 of 11 September 14, 2026 Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305) U.S. Food and Drug Administration 5630 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061 Rockville, MD 20852 Re: more

Quest Diagnostics Urges Modernization of CLIA Regulations to Enhance Laboratory Efficiency and Emergency Preparedness

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Page 1 of 2 September 14, 2026 Submitted electronically though Regulations.gov The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz, M.D, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 The Honorable Dr. Erica Schwartz, M.D, MPH, JD Director Centers for Disease Control and Preventi more

Radiation Detection Co. Urges Incorporation of Caregiver and Household Member Dosimetry Guidance in NRC Draft Regulatory Guide

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Ryan Turk, CEO Chris Passmore, President Email: ryan.turk@radetco.com September 10, 2026 Submitted via Regulations.gov Secretary of the Commission U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission ATTN: Rulemakings and Adjudications Staff Washington, DC 20555-0001 RE: Comments of Radiation Detection Company on Draft Regulatory Guide more

Radiopharmaceutical Manufacturers & Theranostics Alliance Urges NRC to Reduce Assumed Caregiver Occupancy Factors in Patient Release Tables

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10, 2026 Director Andrea Kock Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001 Re: Docket ID NRC-2026-3730; Draft Regulatory Guide (DG), DG-8070, "Release of Patients Administered Radioactive Material" The Radiopharmaceutical Manufacturers and The more

Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma Urges USDA to Maintain Federal Share of SNAP Administrative Costs at 50 % to Prevent Operational Challenges

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 20, 2026 Maribelle Balbes Food and Nutrition Administration US Department of Agriculture 1320 Braddock Place Alexandria, VA 22314 Re: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Administrative Cost Sharing Proposed Rule Dear Ms. Balbes: The Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma appreciates the opportunity to provide more

Reperio Health Urges CMS to Designate Program Operators as Eligible Certificate Holders in Distributed Diagnostic Models

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 11, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 RE: Supplemental Comment of Reperio Health, Inc.; Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement more

Rider University Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Accreditation Revisions Affecting Costs Academic Freedom Transfer Policies

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 15, 2026 U.S. Department of Education Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal Re: ED-2025-OPE-1042-0002 To Whom It May Concern: Rider University appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Department's proposed revisions to the federal accreditation regulations. Rider, located in Lawrenceville, New Jer more

Savage Healthcare Strategies Urges CMS to Reject Immediate Transition Away From Standard Medical Code Sets

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 2214 9th Avenue, Oakland CA 94606 September 8, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA Administrator, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services 200 Independence Ave, SW Washington DC 20201 By electronic submission Re: CMS Physician Fee Schedule for Calendar Year 2027, RIN 0938-AV82 Dear Dr. Oz: Savage Healthcare Stra more

Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions Urges CMS to Reconsider Physician Payment Reductions and Enhance Cardiology Service Valuations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Board Officers J. Dawn Abbott, MD, MSCAI President Joaquin E. Cigarroa, MD, MSCAI President-Elect John C. Messenger, MD, MSCAI Vice President Herbert D. Aronow, MD, MPH, MSCAI Secretary Srihari S. Naidu, MD, MSCAI Immediate-Past President Arnold Seto, MD, MPA, FSCAI Treasurer Trustees Megan Coylewright, MD, FSCAI Douglas E more

South Puget Sound Community College Urges Education Department to Protect Multi-Year Project Continuations Against Discretionary Mid-Cycle Cancellations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10, 2026 Mr. Zachary Rogers, Senior Advisor, Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development U. S. Dept. of Education (ED) 400 Maryland Ave., SW Washington, DC 20202 Re: Proposed Rule on Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) and other administrative provisions (Docket ID more

Southern Association of Wholesale Distributors Urges FDA to Extend Foreign Tobacco Manufacturer Registration and Product Listing to Combat Illicit Products

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 8, 2026 Division of Dockets Management U.S. Food and Drug Administration Re: Docket No. FDA-2025-N-7130 - Establishment Registration and Product Listing for Tobacco Products Dear Commissioner: The Southern Association of Wholesale Distributors (SAWD) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the U.S. Food an more

Specula Urges FBI to Set Minimum Federal Anonymization Rules for Airspace Surveillance

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Public Comment on Interim Final Rule: Counter-UAS Authority for State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Law Enforcement and Correctional Agencies Docket No. FBI-2026-0001 | RIN 1601-AB25 / 1110-AA39 Submitted by: Henry Mitchell, Founder Organization: SPECULA (specula.global) Date: September 4, 2026 I. Interest and Sta more

SYLOR Health Urges FDA to Standardize Delivery Condition Descriptors for Real-World Safety Metadata

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- 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 No. FDA-2026-N-7542 - Considerations for Potential Future Therapeutic Use of Psychedelic Drugs; Public Hearing; Request for Comments (91 FR 43095) To: Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305), U.S. Food and Drug Administration From: Sofia Batista, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, SYLOR Health Date: more

SyncVitals Urges CMS to Permit Contracted Remote Clinical Monitoring Under Practitioner Supervision

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. SYNCVITALS | PUBLIC COMMENT | CMS-1848-P SYNCVITALS AI-enabled remote patient monitoring and clinical decision support September 8, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P Re: File Code CMS-1848-P - CY 2027 Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule; Remo more

Tactile Medical Urges CMS to Balance Fraud Prevention With Supplier Support in 2027 DMEPOS Policy

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Tactile MEDICAL degrees HEALING RIGHT AT HOME August 28, 2026 SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY VIA http://www.regulations.gov Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attn: CMS-1844-P P.O. Box 8013 Baltimore, MD 21244-8013 Re: Calendar Year 2027 Home Health Pr more

Tekla Research Supports Revised Small Business Size Standards to Promote Growth and Competition

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 46655 Expedition Drive, Suite 200, Lexington Park, MD 20653 703-492-2620 TeklaResearch.com 15 September 2026 To: Small Business Administration From: Steve Girard, President and Chief Operating Officer, Tekla Research, Inc. Subj: COMMENTS IN SUPPORT OF DOCKET NO. SBA-2026-0199 Small Business Size Standards: T more

Telix Pharmaceuticals Urges NRC to Preserve Per-Administration Release Standards for Bystanders and Clarify Regimen Calculations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Telix Pharmaceuticals (US), Inc. 11700 Exit 5 Pkwy Suite 200 Fishers, IN 46037 USA September 10, 2026 U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards Washington, DC 20555-0001 Re: Docket ID NRC-2026-3730 - DG-8070, "Release of Patients Administered Radioactive Material," Proposed more

Telix Pharmaceuticals Urges NRC to Preserve Per-Administration Release Standards for Bystanders and Clarify Regimen-Level Caregiver Definitions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. TELIX PHARMACEUTICALS (US) INC. 11700 Exit 5 Pkwy Suite 200 Fishers, IN 46037 USA September 10, 2026 U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards Washington, DC 20555-0001 Re: Docket ID NRC-2026-3730 - DG-8070, "Release of Patients Administered Radioactive Material," Proposed more

Tenacious Solutions Urges SBA to Evaluate Cumulative Burdens of Cybersecurity Compliance Mandates on Small-Business Market Participation

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Dated: 09 September 2026 Comment on SBA Proposed Small Business Size Standards Docket No. SBA-2026-0199 | RIN 3245-AI67 NAICS 541519 / Other Computer Related Services NAICS 541511 / Custom Computer Programming Services NAICS 541611 / Administration Management and General Management Consulting Services Tenacious more

Texas Appleseed, Texas Housers Urge HUD to Incorporate Geographic Cost Variations and Mandatory Mitigation Into Rebuilding Multipliers

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Texas Appleseed 1609 Shoal Creek Blvd., Ste. 201 Austin, Texas 78701 Contact: Madison Sloan 512-473-2800 msloan@texasappleseed.org Texas Housers 1800 West Sixth Street Austin, TX 78703 Contact: Sidney Beaty sidney@texashousing.org September 14, 2026 RE: Notice on Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG more

Texas General Land Office Urges HUD to Revise Disaster Recovery Formula for Fairer Rural and Urban Allocation

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of General Counsel, Regulations Division 451 7th Street SW, Room 10276 Washington, DC 20410-0500 Online via: www.regulations.gov RE: Texas General Land Office Comments to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Notice on Community D more

Texas Hospital Association Urges CMS to Reconsider Medicare Provider Enrollment and Payment Rate Proposals

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 31, 2026 Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1844-P Mail Stop C4-26-05 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 Re: Calendar Year 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System (HH PPS) Rate Update; Requirements for the HH Quality Reporting more

Trinity Health Urges CMS to Reject Same Day Evaluation and Management Fifty Percent Payment Cuts

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Sponsored by Catholic Health Ministries | 20555 Victor Parkway Livonia, MI 48152 734-343-1000 trinity-health.org September 10, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 Re: CMS-1848-P; M more

U.S. Gun Violence Prevention Groups Oppose Deregulation of Firearm Suppressors Amid Public Safety Concerns

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comments of Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence and GIFFORDS 1 Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence 840 First Street NE, Suite 400 Washington, DC 20002 Tel: (202) 370-8100 GIFFORDS GIFFORDS Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence PO Box 51196 Washington, DC 20091 August 24, 2026 Submitted via www.regulations.gov Bu more

U.S. Hispanic Business Council Urges FTC to Establish Clear Safe Harbors for Loyalty Programs and Promotions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 The Honorable Andrew N. Ferguson Chairman Federal Trade Commission 600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20580 The Honorable Mark R. Meador Commissioner Federal Trade Commission 600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20580 RE: Docket No. FTC-2026-1057; Federal Trade Commission's Propose more

U.S. Physical Therapy Urges CMS to Eliminate Reliance on Outdated 2007 Physician Practice Information Survey Data

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Via Electronic Submission September 9, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health & Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 Re: CMS-1848-P, Medicare and Medicaid Programs: CY 2027 Payment Policies un more

United Emergency Medical Corp. Urges CMS to Retain Rural Status for Specific Puerto Rico Areas

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. UNITED EMERGENCY MEDICAL CORPORATION | CMS-1848-P UNITED EMERGENCY MEDICAL CORPORATION FORMAL COMMENTS CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule Ambulance Fee Schedule Geographic Designations Agency Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Docket / File Code CMS-1848-P RIN 0938-AV82 Submitted b more

UnityPoint Health Urges Flexibility in CLIA Regulations to Support Innovation and Workforce Stability

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Government & External Affairs 1776 West Lakes Parkway, Suite 400 West Des Moines, IA 50266 unitypoint.org Page 1 September 14, 2026 Administrator Mehmet Oz, M.D. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 more

University of Massachusetts-Boston Early Education Leaders Institute Urges Administration for Children & Families to Preserve Staff Credential Incentives and Maintain Core Teaching and Ratio Requirements

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Adam N. Jones Deputy Chief of Staff, Immediate Office of the Assistant Secretary Administration for Children and Families U.S. Department of Health and Human Services RE: Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs; Docket No. ACF-2026-0595; RIN 0970- AD30; 45 CFR Parts 1301, 1302, 1303, 13 more

Versiti Urges CMS to Preserve Laboratory and Medical Director Discretion for Suboptimal Specimen Testing Exceptions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 09/14/2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Ave SW Washington, DC 20201 Dear Administrator Oz: Versiti appreciates the opportunity to provide comments in response to CMS-3485-NC, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments ( more

VITAS Healthcare Urges CMS to Ensure Proper Public Input and Clear Standards in Palliative Care Policy

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 | VITAS Corporate Headquarters 3046 Corporate Way Miramar, FL 33025 Tel. 305.374.4143 August 31, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 RE: CMS-1844-P; FY 2027 Hom more

Washington State Department of Health Urges Federal Agencies to Consider State Exemptions and Rural Impacts in CLIA Regulation Revisions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 14, 2026 Submitted via Regulations.gov (Federal eRulemaking Portal) The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Docket No. CMS-3485-NC; Req more

Weill Cornell Medicine Clinical Psychiatry Professor Brody Urges FDA to Recognize Existing Inpatient Staffing Rosters

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Benjamin Brody, MD Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry Division Director, Inpatient Psychiatry Westchester Behavioral Health Center/Weill Cornell Medical Center 525 East 68th Street New York, NY 10065 212-746-3979 September 14, 2026 Division of Dockets Management (HFA-305) Food and Drug Administration 5630 Fis more

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories Urges CMS to Preserve Medical Director Discretion for Testing Suboptimal Specimens

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10,2026 Page 1 of 24 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3485-NC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: CMS-3485-NC -- Request for Information; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Regulations Federal Register: 91 FR 43586 more

WMarketplace Urges SBA to Halt Proposed Size Standard Increases to Protect Genuinely Small Contractors

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 6040 Princeton Avenue NE | Seattle, WA 98115| wmarketplace.com September 14, 2026 VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION Ryan Lambert Associate Administrator Office of Government Contracting and Business Development U.S. Small Business Administration 409 Third Street SW Washington, DC 20002 RE: Comments to Request Exten more

Tipoffs: Iran

Calif. Gov. Newsom Cuts Red Tape to Accelerate New Zero-emissions Ferry Project in San Francisco Bay

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 17 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Sep 16, 2026 Governor Newsom cuts red tape to accelerate new zero-emissions ferry project in San Francisco Bay California presses ahead with clean transportation future, while House Republicans vote to choke port communities with dirty air What you need to know: Governor Newsom cut red tape to fast-track a new pier in Berkeley for a zero-emission ferry connecting Berkeley, San Franc more

DNC: Costs Are Soaring in Trump's Economy as His Approval Ratings Tank

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * September 16, 2026 Costs Are Soaring in Trump's Economy as His Approval Ratings Tank A new report released yesterday shows that under Donald Trump and JD Vance, the average American household has spent an additional $4,200 on goods and services. Trump's reckless tariffs and deadly and costly war with Iran have hiked prices, forcing working families to stretch their budgets even further to make more

House Agriculture Ranking Member Craig Issues Closing Statement at Market Opportunities Hearing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Angie Craig, D-Minnesota, ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Angie Craig Closing Statement at Market Opportunities Hearing Washington, September 16, 2026 Today, House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig (MN-02) delivered the following closing statement at a full committee hearing entitled "Increasing Demand and Opportunities for Homegrown Products Here and Abroad." Watch the hea more

House Agriculture Ranking Member Craig Issues Opening Statement at Market Opportunities Hearing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Angie Craig, D-Minnesota, ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Angie Craig Opening Statement at Market Opportunities Hearing Washington, September 16, 2026 Today, House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig (MN-02) delivered the following opening statement at a full committee hearing entitled "Increasing Demand and Opportunities for Homegrown Products Here and Abroad." Watch the hear more

House Budget Ranking Member Boyle Issues Statement on September 2026 Fed Interest Rate Hike

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pennsylvania, ranking member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Boyle Statement on September 2026 Fed Interest Rate Hike September 16, 2026 WASHINGTON, DC -- Today, Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee, released the following statement after the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) announced a 25-basis-point interest rate increase: "Today's rate hike is further pr more

House Ways & Means Chairman Smith Statement on House Passage of Legislation to Impose Sanctions on Russia, Use Tariff Policies to Curtail Support for Russia's War on Ukraine

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Chairman Smith Statement on House Passage of Legislation to Impose Sanctions on Russia, Use Tariff Policies to Curtail Support for Russia's War on Ukraine September 16, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08) released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanc more

Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales: Hotter August Inflation Hardens Hawkish Case, But No Rate Rise Tomorrow

LONDON, England, Sept. 17 -- The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales issued the following news release: * * * Hotter August inflation hardens hawkish case, but no rate rise tomorrow Published: 16 Sep 2026 Responding to the UK inflation figures for August 2026, released by the Office for National Statistics today (Wednesday 16 September 2026), Suren Thiru, ICAEW Chief Economist, said: "The struggle against soaring prices hit another bump in the road in August, with rising more

Mich. Democratic Party: Rep. Huizenga Votes to Raise Costs, Continue Trump's War

LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * September 16, 2026 Rep. Huizenga Votes to Raise Costs, Continue Trump's War LANSING -- Yesterday, Rep. Bill Huizenga voted against a War Powers Resolution to end Trump's reckless and unnecessary war that is putting Americans at risk and raising our costs. "Rep. Huizenga had a chance to stand up for Michigan families and stop Trump from dragging us further into war with Iran. Instead, he vo more

Neal Statement on Sanctions Bill Vote

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Richard E. Neal, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Neal Statement on Sanctions Bill Vote September 16, 2026 WASHINGTON, DC--Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after the House of Representatives voted on the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026: "Congress just handed Trump sweeping new tariff authority des more

P.M. Netanyahu at ISA 2025 Outstanding Personnel Ceremony at President's Residence

JERUSALEM, Israel, Sept. 17 -- The government of Israel issued the following news release: * * * PM Netanyahu at the ISA 2025 Outstanding Personnel Ceremony at the President's Residence 17.09.2026 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the ISA 2025 Outstanding Personnel Ceremony at the President's Residence: "We are settling accounts with the October 7 terrorists. No one is immune, and you are putting that into practice. We will bring down the regime in Iran, eliminate Hamas, and also deal wit more

Rep. Cole on Sanctioning Adversaries: "This Bill Will Implement an Economic Onslaught Against Putin, His Cronies, and the Iranian Regime."

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Tom Cole, R-Oklahoma, chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Cole on Sanctioning Adversaries: "This Bill Will Implement an Economic Onslaught Against Putin, His Cronies, and the Iranian Regime." September 16, 2026 Washington, D.C. - Today, House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) delivered remarks on the House Floor during debate on the Senate Amendment to H.R. 5334 - Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning R more

Secretary of State Rubio's Call With Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Al-Busaidi

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release: * * * Secretary Rubio's Call with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr al-Busaidi Readout Office of the Spokesman September 15, 2026 The below is attributable to Spokesman Tommy Pigott: Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke today with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr al-Busaidi. The Secretary acknowledged Oman's important role in deescalation in the region and condemned recent Iranian attacks on commerci more

Senate Foreign Relations Chairman Risch Statement on House Passage of Russian Sanctions Bill

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Sen. James Risch, R-Idaho, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release: * * * September 16, 2026 Chairman Risch Statement on House Passage of Russian Sanctions Bill WASHINGTON--U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today released the statement below on the House of Representatives' passage of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, which would impose critic more

Senate Foreign Relations Ranking Member Shaheen Statement on House Passage of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release: * * * September 16, 2026 Ranking Member Shaheen Statement on House Passage of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Linds more

Senator Warren Statement on Upcoming FOMC Decision

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: * * * September 16, 2026 Senator Warren Statement on Upcoming FOMC Decision Washington, D.C. - United States Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee released the following statement: "Donald Trump is driving up costs so much that even his sock puppet more

Statement: Blunt Rochester Slams Trump Economy Amid First Interest Rate Hike in Three Years

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Delaware, issued the following news release: * * * September 16, 2026 STATEMENT: Blunt Rochester Slams Trump Economy Amid First Interest Rate Hike in Three Years U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) today issued the following statement reacting to the Federal Reserve's decision to raise interest rates for the first time in three years: "While I'm glad Federal Reserve Chair Warsh has stayed true to his word to operate independently, more

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"THE DAM IS BREAKING": CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN'S "NO FUNDS FOR IRAN WAR ACT" GAINS SUPPORT AS HOUSE AGAIN VOTES TO END WAR IN IRAN

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * "THE DAM IS BREAKING": CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN'S "NO FUNDS FOR IRAN WAR ACT" GAINS SUPPORT AS HOUSE AGAIN VOTES TO END WAR IN IRAN * "The Dam is Breaking": Congressman Pat Ryan's "No Funds for Iran War Act" Gains Support as House Again Votes to End War in Iran For more than six months, the Trump Administration has waged war in Iran without Congressional approval, costing Americans more than $100 billion more

Ahead of Vote on Senate Farm Bill, Sen. Schiff Releases New Reporting Highlighting Impact of Republican SNAP Cuts Making Food Insecurity Worse for Families

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Ahead of Vote on Senate Farm Bill, Sen. Schiff Releases New Reporting Highlighting Impact of Republican SNAP Cuts Making Food Insecurity Worse for Families * As a result of Trump Administration policies, including the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, more than 330,000 Californians lost food benefits, including more than 156,000 children. Washington, D.C. - Washington, D.C. - Ahead of another markup o more

Beyer: This Bill Would Do More Harm Than Good For America And For Ukraine

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Beyer: This Bill Would Do More Harm Than Good For America And For Ukraine * Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA), the Senior House Democrat on Congress' Joint Economic Committee and a member of the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Trade, delivered a stark warning against the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia And Iran Act during floor debate on the measure ahead of a final vote this afternoon. His remarks as more

CNN Creators debuts new ultra-flexible, state-of-the-art Doha studio

ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 16 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news: * * * CNN Creators debuts new ultra-flexible, state-of-the-art Doha studio * September 16th, 2026 Doha, September 16th, 2026. CNN's multiplatform programming initiative, CNN Creators, will this week unveil its state-of-the-art facility within Media City Qatar, in Doha. The new space will open up the full range of production capabilities for CNN Creators, which has been broadcast from a temporary facility sinc more

CodePink: Disrupted - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Disrupted for Imposing Deadly Sanctions on Iran and Cuba

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 16 -- CodePink, a grassroots peace and social justice movement working to end U.S.-funded wars and occupations, to challenge militarism globally, posted the following news release: * * * DISRUPTED: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Disrupted for Imposing Deadly Sanctions on Iran and Cuba Sept. 15, 2026 "Sanctions Kill, Sanctions Starve" Peace Activists Disrupt Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent WASHINGTON, D.C. - Peace activists from the National Iranian American more

Congresswoman Dean Issues Statement on Vote for Russia and Iran Sanctions Act

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Madeleine Dean, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Dean Issues Statement on Vote for Russia and Iran Sanctions Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Madeleine Dean (PA-04), member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released the following statement regarding her vote for the Russian and Iran Sanctions Act: "For four-and-a-half years, I have stood with the people of Ukraine in their fight for sovereignty against Russia's i more

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 * "I continue to support Ukraine as they fight to protect their country and sovereignty against a brutal Russian invasion. We can and must put economic pressure on the bad actors driving this invasion, including Putin's cronies and those supporting the Russian oil industry. This Administration has more

Congresswoman McCollum Votes Against Expanded Presidential Tariff Powers

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Betty McCollum, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman McCollum Votes Against Expanded Presidential Tariff Powers * WASHINGTON, D.C.-Today, the House of Representatives voted on The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act. Congresswoman McCollum voted against the legislation that would hand expanded tariff powers to President Trump. Following the vote, Congresswoman McCollum released the following statement: "This bill is more

Courtney Votes for Sixth Time to End Trump's War in Iran

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Joe Courtney, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Courtney Votes for Sixth Time to End Trump's War in Iran * WASHINGTON, DC - Last night, for the sixth time, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Ranking Member of the House Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, voted to end President Trump's war in Iran. Courtney voted to pass the bipartisan Iran War Powers Resolution (H.Con.Res. 93), which passed the House by a vote of 220-204. In accord more

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Federal Reserve raises interest rates, eyes on future economic policy: CEI analysis

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 [Category: ThinkTank] -- The Competitive Enterprise Institute posted the following news release: * * * Federal Reserve raises interest rates, eyes on future economic policy: CEI analysis * Today, the Federal Reserve has decided to raise interest rates by 25 basis points, the first increase in over three years. The decision shows the Fed's commitment to fighting inflation and stabilizing the economy. CEI senior economist Ryan Young: "As expected, the Federal Reserve rai more

Four to six servings of wholegrain per day lowers risk factors for heart disease

SOPHIA ANTIPOLIS, France, Sept. 16 [Category: Medical] -- The European Society of Cardiology posted the following news release: * * * Four to six servings of wholegrain per day lowers risk factors for heart disease * Key takeaways * New study brings together results of all trials of wholegrain for reducing cardiovascular disease risk. * Results show that eating four to six servings per day brings major health benefits. * High wholegrain diet lowers body weight, cholesterol, blood sugar more

Four years after Iran's Woman, Life, Freedom' movement, the regime prepares a new offensive against the press

PARIS, France, Sept. 16 [Category: Media] -- Reporters Without Borders issued the following news: * * * Four years after Iran's Woman, Life, Freedom' movement, the regime prepares a new offensive against the press * The very heavy 15-year prison sentence handed down last August to independent journalist Yalda Moaiery marks a new escalation in the crackdown on press freedom in Iran. Four years after the Woman, Life, Freedom'" movement and the brutal repression of journalism that followed, the more

Goodlander, Veteran Members of Congress Pass War Powers Resolution to End Unauthorized War in Iran

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Maggie Goodlander, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: * * * Goodlander, Veteran Members of Congress Pass War Powers Resolution to End Unauthorized War in Iran * Washington, D.C. -Today, the House of Representatives voted for the third time to demand an end to the Trump administration's unauthorized war with Iran. H. Con. Res. 93, introduced by Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander (NH-02) and eight other veteran members of Congress, would direct the Pr more

Hickenlooper Takes Aim at Trump's "Golden Age of Corruption" in Senate Floor Speech

House Passes Pingree Bill to Cut Diesel Pollution, Protect Maine Families

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Chellie Pingree, D-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * House Passes Pingree Bill to Cut Diesel Pollution, Protect Maine Families * Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) applauded the passage of the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025, bipartisan legislation aimed at protecting public health and lowering the cost of replacing older, heavily polluting diesel engines. Introduced by Pingree and Reps. Doris Matsui (D-Calif.), Ken Calvert (R-Calif.), a more

House Passes Wagner Co-Led Bill to Sanction Supporters of Russia and Iran

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Ann Wagner, R-Missouri, issued the following news release: * * * House Passes Wagner Co-Led Bill to Sanction Supporters of Russia and Iran * Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO) released the following statement after the House passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026. This legislation will hold major purchasers of Russian oil and gas accountable for supporting Russia's war against Ukraine and extend sanctions that restric more

House Republicans Put Maximum Pressure on Putin's War Machin

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * House Republicans Put Maximum Pressure on Putin's War Machin * House Republicans passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, sending it to President Trump's desk WASHINGTON -Tonight, House Republicans passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, legislation to impose sanctions targeting Russia's war machine and countries who aid Russia's more

Hoyer: This is an Anti-Russia, Pro-Ukraine Bill. Let us Pass It.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Steny H. Hoyer, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Hoyer: This is an Anti-Russia, Pro-Ukraine Bill. Let us Pass It. * WASHINGTON, DC -Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) delivered remarks on the House Floor during debate on the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026. Below are a video and transcript of his remarks:Click here to watch a video of his remarks. "I thank the gentleman, my friend who co-sponsored the Ukraine more

ICYMI: Gillibrand Joins Leaders Of NY Food Banks To Call Out Trump Administration's Massive Cuts To Federal Snap Funding

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Gillibrand Joins Leaders Of NY Food Banks To Call Out Trump Administration's Massive Cuts To Federal Snap Funding * ***Watch News12's Coverage of Senator Gillibrand's Press Conference Here New York State Will Be Responsible for Estimated $168 Million More Annually as SNAP Cost Responsibilities Shift to State and Local Governments In case you missed it, on Monday, U.S. Senator Kirste more

Kaine & Schiff File Oman War Powers Resolution

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Kaine & Schiff File Oman War Powers Resolution * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Adam Schiff (D-CA) filed a War Powers Resolution to prohibit the use of the U.S. Armed Forces in hostilities in or against Oman. Last month, President Donald Trump threatened to "bomb the shit" out of Oman if it interferes with the United States' blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. "President more

LEADER JEFFRIES ON HOUSE FLOOR: "WE WILL CONTINUE TO STAND WITH THE UKRAINIAN PEOPLE UNTIL VICTORY IS WON"

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON HOUSE FLOOR: "WE WILL CONTINUE TO STAND WITH THE UKRAINIAN PEOPLE UNTIL VICTORY IS WON" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke on the House Floor in opposition to legislation that would expand Donald Trump's authority to impose tariffs and continue his failed global trade war that is making life far too expensive for everyday American more

LEADER JEFFRIES ON HOUSE FLOOR: "WE WILL CONTINUE TO STAND WITH THE UKRAINIAN PEOPLE UNTIL VICTORY IS WON"

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON HOUSE FLOOR: "WE WILL CONTINUE TO STAND WITH THE UKRAINIAN PEOPLE UNTIL VICTORY IS WON" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke on the House Floor in opposition to legislation that would expand Donald Trump's authority to impose tariffs and continue his failed global trade war that is making life far too expensive for everyday Americans. LEADER JEFFRIES: I ris more

LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON DONALD TRUMP'S INFLATIONARY POLICIES

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON DONALD TRUMP'S INFLATIONARY POLICIES * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: For the past 605 days, Donald Trump has unilaterally implemented an onslaught of failed, inflationary policies that have blown up our economy, leaving the Federal Reserve with no choice but to raise interest rates for the more

LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON DONALD TRUMP'S INFLATIONARY POLICIES

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON DONALD TRUMP'S INFLATIONARY POLICIES * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: For the past 605 days, Donald Trump has unilaterally implemented an onslaught of failed, inflationary policies that have blown up our economy, leaving the Federal Reserve with no choice but to raise interest rates for the first time in three years more

LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE ARE COMMITTED TO THIS FIGHT FOR AN AFFORDABLE AMERICA UNTIL WE WIN THIS FIGHT FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE"

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE ARE COMMITTED TO THIS FIGHT FOR AN AFFORDABLE AMERICA UNTIL WE WIN THIS FIGHT FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press event with the House Democratic Caucus and advocates on the Capitol steps, where he emphasized that as people continue to struggle with the high cost of living due to failed Republican more

LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE ARE COMMITTED TO THIS FIGHT FOR AN AFFORDABLE AMERICA UNTIL WE WIN THIS FIGHT FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE"

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE ARE COMMITTED TO THIS FIGHT FOR AN AFFORDABLE AMERICA UNTIL WE WIN THIS FIGHT FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press event with the House Democratic Caucus and advocates on the Capitol steps, where he emphasized that as people continue to struggle with the high cost of living due to failed Republican policies, House Democrats more

Massey University: Opinion - Social Worker's Manifesto

PALMERSTON NORTH, New Zealand, Sept. 16 -- Massey University issued the following news release: * * * Opinion: A social worker's manifesto Wednesday 16 September 2026 By Professor Kieran O'Donoghue Aotearoa Social Workers Day this year occurs 53 days before a general election. For social workers, people's personal troubles are connected to the broader social, economic and political context. The current cost of living crisis, the economic and human impacts of illegal and unjust wars in Gaza more

Max Miller, Mike Turner, and Mike Carey Vote To Rubberstamp Price-spiking War of Choice - AGAIN

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Max Miller, Mike Turner, and Mike Carey Vote To Rubberstamp Price-spiking War of Choice - AGAIN * As Ohio families pay more at the gas pump, Miller, Turner, and Carey vote AGAIN for higher costs With diesel prices at all-time highs, Ohio gas prices at $4.35 a gallon, and grocery prices going through the roof, Max Miller, Mike Turner, and Mike Carey voted again to allow Trump's w more

McCaul on House Floor: "A Vote Against This Bill Is a Vote for Putin and His Unholy Alliance."

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * McCaul on House Floor: "A Vote Against This Bill Is a Vote for Putin and His Unholy Alliance." * WASHINGTON - Today, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Emeritus Michael McCaul (R-Texas) delivered closing remarks on the House floor in support of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, which he introduced in the House with Congressman Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) and a bipartis more

McCaul on House Floor: "Evil Is on the March. History Is Calling. Now Is the Time to Act."

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * McCaul on House Floor: "Evil Is on the March. History Is Calling. Now Is the Time to Act." * WASHINGTON - Today, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Emeritus Michael McCaul (R-Texas) delivered opening remarks on the House floor in support of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, which he introduced in the House with Congressman Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) and a bipartisan g more

New Ad: John Sununu Sold Out New Hampshire. Now He's Getting Rich Off It.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 [Category: Political] -- Senate Majority PAC, an organization that works to elect Democratic senators who are committed to an economy that provides opportunity and security for America's working families and who stand up to protect the rights of all Americans, posted the following news release: * * * New Ad: John Sununu Sold Out New Hampshire. Now He's Getting Rich Off It. * Today, WinSenate is putting $1.8 million behind a new ad calling out John Sununu for cashing in a more

New Ad: WinSenate Nails Michael Whatley For Getting Rich as North Carolina Gets Gouged At The Pump

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 [Category: Political] -- Senate Majority PAC, an organization that works to elect Democratic senators who are committed to an economy that provides opportunity and security for America's working families and who stand up to protect the rights of all Americans, posted the following news release: * * * New Ad: WinSenate Nails Michael Whatley For Getting Rich as North Carolina Gets Gouged At The Pump * Today, WinSenate dropped a new ad campaign going after Michael Whatley f more

Rep. Andrea Salinas' Statement Following the War Powers Vote

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Andrea Salinas, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Andrea Salinas' Statement Following the War Powers Vote * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) issued the following statement following her vote in favor of the bipartisan war powers resolution. "We are more than six months into Trump's war of choice with Iran, and over that time, Oregonians have been shouldering the economic hardship. The cost of this war drov more

Representatives Tran, Williams Celebrate Committee Passage of Bipartisan Bill to Protect Small Businesses from Foreign Threats

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Derek Tran, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Representatives Tran, Williams Celebrate Committee Passage of Bipartisan Bill to Protect Small Businesses from Foreign Threats * Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Derek Tran's (D-CA-45) announced today the successful advancement of bipartisan legislation to protect small businesses against threats from foreign adversaries. Tran helped introduce H.R. 10329, the Combating Foreign Threats to Mai more

Schiff and Kaine File Oman War Powers Resolution

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Schiff and Kaine File Oman War Powers Resolution * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Tim Kaine (D-Va.) filed a War Powers Resolution to prohibit the use of the U.S. Armed Forces in hostilities in or against Oman. Last month, President Donald Trump threatened to "bomb the shit" out of Oman if it interferes with the United States' blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. more

Sen. Schiff Blasts Kash Patel's Firing of FBI Officials Investigating Cases Against Trump and January 6 Insurrectionists, Calls Out Attacks on Media

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Schiff Blasts Kash Patel's Firing of FBI Officials Investigating Cases Against Trump and January 6 Insurrectionists, Calls Out Attacks on Media * Washington, D.C. - Today, during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) blasted Kash Patel, the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), for his widespread mismanagement and politicization of the nat more

Susan Collins Rubber-Stamping Trump's Policies Highlighted in New WinSenate Ad

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 [Category: Political] -- Senate Majority PAC, an organization that works to elect Democratic senators who are committed to an economy that provides opportunity and security for America's working families and who stand up to protect the rights of all Americans, posted the following news release: * * * Susan Collins Rubber-Stamping Trump's Policies Highlighted in New WinSenate Ad * Today, WinSenate released a new television ad hitting Susan Collins for voting with Donald T more

The Cost of Impunity: Four Years After Jina Mahsa Amini's Death, Thousands More Are Victims of Iran's Brutal Repression

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: International] -- The Center for Human Rights in Iran posted the following news release: * * * The Cost of Impunity: Four Years After Jina Mahsa Amini's Death, Thousands More Are Victims of Iran's Brutal Repression * September 16, 2026 -Four years after the death in police custody of 22-year-old Jina Mahsa Amini, which ignited Iran's historic Woman, Life, Freedom uprising, those responsible for her death and the grave violations committed against thousands of pr more

The Leader's Floor Lookout: Wednesday, September 16, 2026

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * The Leader's Floor Lookout: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 * Here's what to watch for on the House Floor today: Strengthening Federal Oversight of Taxpayer-Funded Programs Many major federal programs, including Medicaid, SNAP, disaster assistance and small business programs, are federally funded but administered by state or local governments, leaving them vulnerable to fraud. more

Treasury Convenes Global Financial Institutions to Advance Operation Economic Outcast

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Crimes Enforcement Network issued the following news release: * * * Treasury Convenes Global Financial Institutions to Advance Operation Economic Outcast * WASHINGTON-Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's (Treasury) Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) led a FinCEN Exchange with global financial institutions to advance Operation Economic Outcast. The event armed financial institutions with the information t more

Womack Supports Sanctioning Russia's War Machine and Businesses Supporting Iran's Terror Regime

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Steve Womack, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release: * * * Womack Supports Sanctioning Russia's War Machine and Businesses Supporting Iran's Terror Regime * WASHINGTON, D.C.-September 16, 2026...Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) today issued the statement below regarding his support for the Senate Amendment to H.R. 5334, the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026. The legislation leverages expanded sanctions, trade measures, and financial more

Chairwoman Salazar Leads House Hearing on Nicaragua, Warns of Growing U.S. National Security Threat

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Chairwoman Salazar Leads House Hearing on Nicaragua, Warns of Growing U.S. National Security Threat * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27), Chairwoman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere, convened a hearing titled "Confronting the Totalitarian Ortega-Murillo Regime," examining the dictatorship's repression of the Nicaraguan peopl more

Crow Statement on the Passage of His War Powers Resolution

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, posted the following news release: * * * Crow Statement on the Passage of His War Powers Resolution * WASHINGTON -Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO), a former paratrooper and Army Ranger who serves on the House Armed Services Committee and House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, released the following statement following the U.S. House of Representatives passing his War Powers Resolution to end Donald Trump's reckless war with Iran: more

Crow Urges Congress to Support His War Powers Resolution, End Trump's Reckless War with Iran

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, posted the following news release: * * * Crow Urges Congress to Support His War Powers Resolution, End Trump's Reckless War with Iran * WASHINGTON -Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO), a former paratrooper and Army Ranger who serves on the House Armed Services Committee and House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, urged Congress to pass his War Powers Resolution reining in Donald Trump's reckless war with Iran, which will be voted on Tu more

Gillibrand Statement On Astronomical $38 Billion Cost Of The Iran War

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand Statement On Astronomical $38 Billion Cost Of The Iran War * Today, in response to Congress' nonpartisan scorekeeper releasing its finding that the war in Iran has cost taxpayers $38 billion so far, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued the following statement: "Donald Trump is wasting billions of taxpayer dollars fighting a reckless war of choice overseas while working families more

Hirono Presses FBI Director Kash Patel on Abuse of Power, Leadership Failures

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: * * * Hirono Presses FBI Director Kash Patel on Abuse of Power, Leadership Failures * ~ Watch Senator Hirono's Statement Here ~ WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI), a senior member of the Senate Committee on the Judiciary, pressed Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel on his repeated failure to uphold the ideals of the agency he leads. During a full Senate more

HOUSE PASSES MATSUI'S BIPARTISAN BILL TO CUT DIESEL POLLUTION, PROTECT SACRAMENTO FAMILIES

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Doris O. Matsui, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * HOUSE PASSES MATSUI'S BIPARTISAN BILL TO CUT DIESEL POLLUTION, PROTECT SACRAMENTO FAMILIES * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) successfully passed the bipartisan Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025, legislation to protect public health and lower the cost of replacing older, heavily polluting diesel engines. The bill, co-led by Representatives Ken Calvert (R-CA), more

House Passes Moulton's War Powers Resolution to Reclaim Congressional Authority to Declare War

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * House Passes Moulton's War Powers Resolution to Reclaim Congressional Authority to Declare War * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The U.S. House of Representatives tonight passed Congressman Seth Moulton's (MA-06) War Powers Resolution, voting 220-204 to reclaim Congress's authority to end Donald Trump's war with Iran. The resolution was cosponsored by 14 House Democrats, including 13 Democratic veterans, r more

Larson Votes to Cease Hostilities in Iran, Calls on Congress to Cut Off Funding for Illegal War

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Larson Votes to Cease Hostilities in Iran, Calls on Congress to Cut Off Funding for Illegal War * Washington, D.C. - On the 200th day since President Trump launched his illegal war in Iran, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) voted for another war powers resolution to cease hostilities. Today's vote marks the third time the House has passed legislation opposing this conflict. Larson previously introd more

Nunn Votes to End Open-Ended Combat Operations Against Iran

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Nunn Votes to End Open-Ended Combat Operations Against Iran * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) released the following statement after voting in favor of H.Con.Res. 93, which directs the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran absent a congressional authorization for the use of military force, while preserving the President's authority to defend the United States and its more

Reps. Houlahan, Goodlander, Whitesides, Ryan Introduce Protect Our Polls Act, Blocking Armed Federal Agents at Polls

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Houlahan, Goodlander, Whitesides, Ryan Introduce Protect Our Polls Act, Blocking Armed Federal Agents at Polls * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representatives Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06), Maggie Goodlander (NH-02), George Whitesides (CA-27), and Pat Ryan (NY-18) introduced the Protect Our Polls Act, a bill to prevent armed federal agents from being deployed to polling places without Congres more

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