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AFL-CIO Applauds Signing of AI Guardrails Legislation in California

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The AFL-CIO issued the following news release: * * * AFL-CIO Applauds Signing of AI Guardrails Legislation in California September 30, 2026 AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler issued the following statement after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the first-in-the-nation legislation to protect working Californians and place essential guardrails on unregulated artificial intelligence (AI) technology: "Today is a victory for working people in California and a testament to the power of t more

Alumni Return as Teachers for Roanoke's WorkAI Lab

SALEM, Virginia, Oct. 2 -- Roanoke College issued the following news: * * * Alumni return as teachers for Roanoke's WorkAI Lab October 01, 2026 Roanoke College's WorkAI Lab, a hands-on program that equips professionals with the skills and strategies needed to lead AI adoption within their organizations is off to a strong start. And it's no wonder, as all of the workshop's teachers are Roanoke College alumni. They are Charley Butcher '94, a consultant at Karios Higher Ed Partners; Zack Tembi more

ASI Power Summit Brings Promo's Top Leaders Together To Tackle AI, the Economy and What's Next

TREVOSE, Pennsylvania, Oct. 2 -- The Advertising Specialty Institute issued the following news release: * * * ASI Power Summit Brings Promo's Top Leaders Together To Tackle AI, the Economy and What's Next Trevose, PA - October 1, 2026 Three-day San Diego event connects industry executives for candid conversations, expert insights and high-value networking, October25-27 - At a time when business leaders are confronting rapid advances in artificial intelligence, economic shifts and changing more

At HSGAC Subcommittee Hearing, Gallego Warns of Dangers Posed by AI, Especially as More Models Go Rogue

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Arizona, issued the following news release: * * * October 1, 2026 At HSGAC Subcommittee Hearing, Gallego Warns of Dangers Posed by AI, Especially as More Models Go Rogue WASHINGTON - Yesterday, during a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC) Subcommittee on Disaster Management, District of Columbia, and Census hearing, Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) questioned AI experts on the threats posed by the rapidly developing tech more

Binghamton University: New Research Cluster to Take Real-world Approach for Detecting 'Deepfake' Videos and Images

BINGHAMTON, New York, Oct. 2 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * New research cluster to take real-world approach for detecting 'deepfake' videos and images Cyber-Physical AI Trust and Integrity (CAITI) researchers will collaborate with colleagues at Virginia State University By Chris Kocher October 01, 2026 A new department-level research cluster at Binghamton University is betting that the answer to combating fake images and video generated by artificial intelligenc more

Binghamton University: Will AI Make Corporate Communication Sound the Same?

BINGHAMTON, New York, Oct. 2 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * Will AI make corporate communication sound the same? Assistant Professor Jujun Huang examines the impact of AI-assisted writing in the corporate world By Shawn Ammann '24 October 01, 2026 Imagine a group of investors visiting multiple companies in the same sector to decide which one(s) they want equity in. If these companies rely heavily on artificial intelligence-assisted writing tools, each pitch might more

Blue Ops to Bring Maritime Defense Operations to FAU Harbor Branch

BOCA RATON, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * Blue Ops to Bring Maritime Defense Operations to FAU Harbor Branch By Gisele Galoustian | 10/1/2026 Florida Atlantic University and Blue Ops, a maritime division of Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RCAT), have established a strategic partnership that will bring the company's uncrewed maritime systems operations to FAU's Harbor Branch Oceanographic more

Bowdoin College: Four Creators Consider Creativity in the Era of AI

BRUNSWICK, Maine, Oct. 2 -- Bowdoin College issued the following news: * * * Four Creators Consider Creativity in the Era of AI By Rebecca Goldfine The Hastings Initiative for AI and Humanity recently brought together four people whose lives center around creativity to consider an old question in light of new technology: What is creativity? And how might it change with the rise of artificial intelligence? The conversation, held in Daggett Lounge on September 29 and open to students, staff, more

BSA Launches Global Sovereignty Agenda to Advance Digital Resilience, Security, and Choice

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Business Software Alliance issued the following news release: * * * SEP 30, 2026 BSA Launches Global Sovereignty Agenda to Advance Digital Resilience, Security, and Choice WASHINGTON -- The Business Software Alliance (BSA) today released its first Global Sovereignty Agenda, outlining how governments can advance digital sovereignty by strengthening resilience, diversifying technology supply chains, and deepening trusted international partnerships. As governments wo more

Carlyle Agrees to Acquire Nidec Components

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Carlyle Group posted the following news release: * * * Carlyle agrees to acquire Nidec Components Tokyo, Japan - 1 October 2026 - Global investment firm Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) today announced that it has agreed to acquire Nidec Components Corporation ("Nidec Components") from Nidec Corporation, its parent company. The transaction is subject to customary regulatory approvals and other closing conditions. Founded in 1967, Nidec Components is an electronic components manufac more

Circana: Shoppers Swap Alcohol for New Generation of Healthier Drinks as Booze Loses Its Bottle But Beverage Sales Increase Overall

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 2 (TNSxrep) -- Circana, a provider of big data, predictive analytics and forward-looking insights that help consumer packaged goods, over-the-counter health care organizations, retailers and media companies, issued the following news release: * * * Shoppers swap alcohol for new generation of healthier drinks as booze loses its bottle but beverage sales increase overall Alcohol has been declining in popularity in the five or six years since the pandemic and this has no more

Clarkson University Supports Power Industry Workforce Needs Through Online Master's Degree in Power Engineering

POTSDAM, New York, Oct. 2 -- Clarkson University issued the following news: * * * Clarkson University Supports Power Industry Workforce Needs Through Online Master's Degree in Power Engineering October 1, 2026 As rising electricity demand, grid modernization and workforce retirements reshape the energy industry, Clarkson University is helping utilities develop skilled engineers through its online Master of Science in Power Engineering. Developed by Clarkson's Center for Electric Power Syste more

Coppin State University Equips Urban Educators to Lead in AI-Ready Classrooms

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Oct. 2 -- Coppin State University issued the following news: * * * Oct 1 2026 Coppin State University Equips Urban Educators to Lead in AI-Ready Classrooms BALTIMORE-- Coppin State University hosted a two-day professional development institute designed to equip K-12 educators with the knowledge, practical tools, and pedagogical strategies needed to effectively and responsibly integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into classroom instruction. The institute, "Future-Read more

Dartmouth's New MS in Biotechnology Prepares Students for Industry's Emerging Needs

HANOVER, New Hampshire, Oct. 2 -- Dartmouth College issued the following news: * * * Dartmouth's New MS in Biotechnology Prepares Students for Industry's Emerging Needs Biotech companies need scientists who understand how to move a drug candidate through the entire development pathway - not just one stage of it - and who can adapt their skills to shifting market needs. Dartmouth's new Master of Science in Biotechnology is built around that gap. Offered through the Guarini School of Graduate a more

Fed Vice Chair Jefferson Issues Remarks At Darden School of Business, University of Virginia

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Oct. 2 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following remarks by Vice Chair Philip N. Jefferson: * * * October 01, 2026 The U.S. Economy and Monetary Policy Vice Chair Philip N. Jefferson At the Darden School of Business, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia - Thank you, Bo, for that kind introduction. There are few places I would rather be than on these beautiful grounds at the start of October. Seeing the sugar maples along the Lawn starting to turn more

Fed: Beyond Aggregates - Measuring Manufacturing Subsector Heterogeneity With the Business Trends and Outlook Survey

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSjou) -- The Federal Reserve issued the following Fed Notes article: * * * October 01, 2026 Beyond Aggregates: Measuring Manufacturing Subsector Heterogeneity with the Business Trends and Outlook Survey Atreya Bhamidi, Nicole Hoffmann, and Fariha Kamal Abstract Real-time monitoring of U.S. manufacturing activity typically relies on high-frequency national aggregates that lack industry detail. In this Note, we assess the Business Trends and Outlook Survey (BTOS), an ex more

Fed: Pricing Sentiment: Measuring Input Cost Pressure From ISM Survey Responses

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following Fed Notes article: * * * October 01, 2026 Pricing Sentiment: Measuring Input Cost Pressure from ISM Survey Responses/1 Tomaz Cajner, Leland D. Crane, Christopher J. Kurz, Paul E. Soto, and Betsy Vrankovich Introduction Recent history has shown that input cost shocks can propagate quickly and broadly across sectors. When supply chain disruptions, commodity price swings, and demand shocks raise the prices firms pay for materials more

Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond: Pricing Strategies of Regional Firms - Results From Our September 2026 Survey

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 2 (TNSrpt) -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond issued the following Regional Matters analysis by jason Kosakow and Sonya Ravindranath Waddell: * * * Pricing Strategies of Regional Firms: Results From Our September 2026 Survey October 1, 2026 Introduction Since the COVID-19 pandemic, persistent unpredictability of input cost has pushed many firms to rethink how they price. In the last six years, the global pandemic, supply chain shortages, labor shortages, tariff more

International Workshop Strengthens PPPL's Plasma Physics Leadership

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory issued the following news: * * * International workshop strengthens PPPL's plasma physics leadership Raphael Rosen Oct. 1, 2026 Scientists discuss using advanced materials to improve fusion and microchip systems - When scientists from around the world want to learn the latest techniques involved in using plasma, the fourth state of matter, to fabricate microelectronics, they come to the U.S. Department more

IU Northwest Awarded $3 Million Grant From US Department of Labor, Education

GARY, Indiana, Oct. 2 -- The Indiana University Northwest campus issued the following news: * * * IU Northwest awarded $3 million grant from US Department of Labor, Education Strengthening Institutions Program grant will fund Aligning Student Careers with Employment Networks and AI Development (ASCEND) program Sep 30, 2026 GARY, Ind. -- Indiana University Northwest has been awarded a five-year, $3 million Strengthening Institutions Program grant from the U.S. Department of Labor on behalf more

McCain Institute Joins Global Voices at the Athens Democracy Forum

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Arizona State University McCain Institute issued the following news: * * * McCain Institute Joins Global Voices at the Athens Democracy Forum From Athens to the Future: McCain Institute Leaders Discuss Democracy, Trust and Technology October 1, 2026 More than 2,000 years after democracy first took shape in Athens, one question remains as urgent as ever: How do we ensure citizens have a meaningful voice in the decisions that shape their lives? The McCain Institute was more

Milliman Releases Opensource Platform System, an AI-Enhanced Platform for Deploying Python Models

SEATTLE, Washington, Oct. 2 -- Milliman, an actuarial and consulting firm, presented the following news release: * * * Milliman Releases Opensource Platform System, an AI-Enhanced Platform for Deploying Python Models The Opensource Platform System unifies model execution, workflow orchestration, and governance, with an embedded agentic AI assistant - SEATTLE - October 1, 2026 - Milliman, Inc., a leading global actuarial and consulting firm, today released Milliman Opensource Platform System more

Missouri S&T Releases Official Fall Enrollment Numbers

ROLLA, Missouri, Oct. 2 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology issued the following news: * * * Missouri S&T releases official fall enrollment numbers Author By Hasner, Velvet October 1, 2026 The official fall 2026 enrollment at Missouri University of Science and Technology, recorded at the end of the semester's fourth week, is 7,052. The fall enrollment total includes 1,176 first-time freshmen. The most popular majors for undergraduate students at S&T are mechanical engineering, more

Most Older Adults Unsure How to Protect Their Online Privacy, Senior Planet From AARP Research Finds

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSxrep) -- AARP issued the following news release: * * * Most Older Adults Unsure How to Protect Their Online Privacy, Senior Planet from AARP Research Finds Senior Planet launches new online privacy resources to help older adults protect their personal information and navigate AI safely October 01, 2026 WASHINGTON -- Most older adults lack confidence in their ability to safeguard their personal information on the internet, according to new research from Senior Planet f more

NetApp Recognizes Winners of 2026 North America Partner Awards

SUNNYVALE, California, Oct. 2 -- NetApp, a provider of software, systems and services to manage and store data, issued the following news release: * * * NetApp Recognizes Winners of 2026 North America Partner Awards NetApp commends partners for success in helping deliver NetApp solutions and services that address customer needs and industry trends - SAN JOSE, Calif. - October 1, 2026 - NetApp(R) (NASDAQ: NTAP), the Intelligent Data Infrastructure company, today announced at NetApp INSIGHT 2 more

New tool lets users repair AI-generated 3D models, then fabricate them just the way they want

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Oct. 2 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * New tool lets users repair AI-generated 3D models, then fabricate them just the way they want "InstructMesh" can generate designs for everyday objects that are easy to edit and fabricate for both experts and newcomers to 3D modeling. - "What you see is what you get" is a guiding principle for many software engineers -create programs where the content you're editing looks the same more

OpenAI: How Albertsons Companies is Reimagining Retail From the Inside Out

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 2 -- OpenAI, an Artificial Intelligence research and deployment company, issued the following news: * * * October 1, 2026 How Albertsons Companies is reimagining retail from the inside out Albertsons Cos. is expanding its work with OpenAI to improve the retail experience for millions of customers. - Retail runs on small decisions made at enormous scale: which products to promote, how to help an associate, what a developer should build next--and, closer to ho more

OpenAI: Why Genius Machines Might Prove Their Greatest Value Doing Monotonous Work

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 2 -- OpenAI, an Artificial Intelligence research and deployment company, issued the following news: * * * The eternal complement Why genius machines might prove their greatest value doing monotonous work. By Hemanth Asirvatham and Elliott Mokski Authors' note: This is the first essay in our series on the next economy, part of a new platform to host independent voices exploring an AGI future. It reflects our views, not those of OpenAI or our colleagues. - Hu more

Oracle and King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre to Advance Healthcare Innovation in Saudi Arabia

REDWOOD SHORES, California, Oct. 2 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release: * * * Oracle and King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre to Advance Healthcare Innovation in Saudi Arabia Collaboration will connect clinical, genomic, and research data to help enhance patient care and accelerate scientific discovery Austin, Texas--Oct 1, 2026 Oracle Health and King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSH) today announced a sh more

President Mnookin Welcomes World Leaders to Columbia University

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- Columbia University issued the following news: * * * President Mnookin Welcomes World Leaders to Columbia University October 01, 2026 While the General Assembly met across town at the United Nations and Climate Week events got underway in New York City, world leaders came to Morningside campus last week to meet with students, faculty, and staff as part of the Univerity's World Leaders Forum. In a LinkedIn post, President Jennifer L. Mnookin wrote about what a "pleasure a more

Princeton: Board Approves Seven New Faculty Appointments

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Oct. 2 -- Princeton University issued the following news: * * * Board approves seven new faculty appointments Oct. 1, 2026 The Princeton University Board of Trustees has approved the appointment of seven faculty members, including one full professor, two associate professors and four assistant professors. Professor * Jianping Fu, in mechanical and aerospace engineering and the Omenn-Darling Bioengineering Institute, specializes in mechanical and bioengineering. His more

Rep. Guthrie: Watchdog Report Requested by E&C Leaders Finds Disposal of High-Risk Laboratory Equipment by HHS, USDA, GSA Exposed U.S. to Severe Bioterrorism Threat

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSbrep) -- Rep. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Watchdog Report Requested by E&C Leaders Finds Disposal of High-Risk Laboratory Equipment by HHS, USDA, GSA Exposed U.S. to Severe Bioterrorism Threat Oct 01, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, issued the following statement in response to a new Government A more

Report From House Judiciary Committee: How Radical Environmental Special Interests Manipulate the Federal Judiciary

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSCrpt) -- HOW RADICAL ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIAL INTERESTS MANIPULATE THE FEDERAL JUDICIARY - A report from House Judiciary Committee - September 2026 (61 pages) * * * EXECUTIVE SUMMARY A cornerstone of the American legal system is an impartial judiciary composed of unbiased and impartial federal judges. To maintain a fair and just judicial system, judges are required to remain neutral--and to maintain the appearance of neutrality--when performing their duties.1 Impartial jud more

Report From Littler: 2026 Labor Survey Report

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSCrpt) -- Littler 2026 Labor Survey Report - A report from Littler - September 2026 (24 pages) * * * Executive Summary When it comes to labor relations, many U.S. employers are in a bind. They know they need to address a variety of thorny issues, from the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) to multigenerational workforces to increasingly aggressive collective bargaining tactics. Yet regulatory whiplash and short-term cost pressures often keep employers tethered to the more

Roanoke Reaches Highest Ever National Liberal Arts Ranking

SALEM, Virginia, Oct. 2 -- Roanoke College issued the following news: * * * Roanoke reaches highest ever national liberal arts ranking October 01, 2026 Roanoke College has earned its highest ranking ever among the nation's liberal arts colleges, reaching No. 116 in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best Colleges rankings. The new mark is more than a number. It offers national recognition of a college moving forward with purpose -- investing in the student experience, expanding access to a Roa more

SAS Names Casey McGee as Chief Sales Officer

CARY, North Carolina, Oct. 2 -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release: * * * SAS names Casey McGee as Chief Sales Officer Global sales leader brings customer focus, partner expertise and AI-era growth experience to SAS Cary, NC (Oct 01, 2026) SAS, a global leader in data and AI, has appointed Casey McGee as Executive Vice President and Chief Sales Officer, effective today. McGee brings 25 years of enterprise sales and revenue l more

SAS, NC State Launch AI Think & Do Tank to Advance Health Research

CARY, North Carolina, Oct. 2 -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release: * * * SAS, NC State Launch AI Think & Do Tank to Advance Health Research Research partnership applies data and AI to speed the path to new treatments and strengthen nutrition and environmental resilience Cary, NC (Oct 01, 2026) Fifty years after SAS grew out of an agricultural research project at North Carolina State University, the two organizations are lau more

SUNY Chancellor King Announces Expansion of EOP Scholars Program for Students Pursuing Careers in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and AI Fields

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 2 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * SUNY Chancellor King Announces Expansion of EOP Scholars Program for Students Pursuing Careers in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and AI Fields October 1, 2026 SUNY Will Launch New Efforts to Help EOP Students Prepare for Dynamic Careers in More High-Demand Sectors - Albany, NY -- State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced the expansion of the SUNY Arthur O. more

Syracuse University: Whitman Names Cameron Miller Inaugural Nagpal Family Faculty Fellow

SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 2 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Whitman Names Cameron Miller Inaugural Nagpal Family Faculty Fellow The fellowship was established in 2024 to support a faculty member selected by the dean, as part of the University's Forever Orange Faculty Excellence Program. Oct. 1, 2026 The Martin J. Whitman School of Management has named Cameron D. Miller, associate professor of management, as the inaugural recipient of the Nagpal Family Faculty Fellows more

SyracuseCoE Innovation Fund Supports 3 Local Companies

SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 2 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * SyracuseCoE Innovation Fund Supports 3 Local Companies Three companies--KLAW Industries, Mission Power and TKF--have been selected to receive awards of up to $7,500 each for research and development projects. Oct. 1, 2026 Syracuse Center of Excellence in Environmental and Energy Systems (SyracuseCoE) has awarded funding to three New York State startups through its 2026-27 Innovation Fund pitch competition. more

Transcript: After Decades of Delays, Mayor Mamdani Announces Greenpoint's Box Street Park is Finally Underway

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news: * * * Transcript: After Decades Of Delays, Mayor Mamdani Announces Greenpoint's Box Street Park Is Finally Underway October 1, 2026 Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani: It is such a pleasure to be here in Greenpoint alongside partners, friends and advocates to make this announcement that this neighborhood has waited years to hear. So, what's a couple more minutes? I first want to acknowledge a number of leaders, both i more

UGA Gains Two National Academy of Public Administration Fellows

ATHENS, Georgia, Oct. 2 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news: * * * UGA gains two National Academy of Public Administration Fellows Oct 1, 2026 Rob Gordon and Eric Zeemering recognized for excellence in public service - The National Academy of Public Administration has named two University of Georgia faculty to its 2026 class of Academy Fellows. NAPA is one of the nation's most prestigious organizations dedicated to advancing excellence in public service. Rob Gordon and more

Unisys Named a Global Leader in 2026 ISG Provider Lens Future of Work Services Report

BLUE BELL, Pennsylvania, Oct. 2 (TNSrep) -- Unisys, a technology solutions company, issued the following news release: * * * Unisys Named a Global Leader in 2026 ISG Provider Lens(R) Future of Work Services Report Unisys earns 17 Leader designations, including recognition in ISG's new AI-Augmented Collaboration and Experience Services quadrant - BLUE BELL, Pa., Oct. 1, 2026 - Unisys (NYSE: UIS) has been named a Leader in the 2026 ISG Provider Lens(R) Future of Work Services Report by Inform more

University of Minnesota-Duluth: Faculty Spotlight - Scott Carlson

DULUTH, Minnesota, Oct. 2 -- The University of Minnesota Duluth Campus issued the following news: * * * Faculty spotlight: Scott Carlson Professor enjoys mentoring the student research process, from question to publication. - Scott Carlson began working at UMD in 2010. An associate professor in the Department of Psychology, he has also served as department head, as well as interim dean and associate dean for the College of Education and Human Service Professions. Why did you choose to wor more

University of Nebraska: Husker Researchers Studying Connection Between Birds' Social, Communication Networks

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Oct. 2 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * October 1, 2026 Husker researchers studying connection between birds' social, communication networks By Tiffany Lee, Research and Innovation Over the summer, Lincoln's trail-going community was taken aback by a bird on the attack; as joggers and walkers passed through a particular spot on Rock Island Trail, many found themselves being swooped upon and sometimes even pecked in the head. Experts explain more

Upcoming Happenings at Wofford College

SPARTANBURG, South Carolina, Oct. 2 -- Wofford College issued the following news: * * * October-November events Upcoming happenings at Wofford College 2026-09-30 The fall semester is in full swing at Wofford College, bringing engaging speaker events, art exhibits and a mainstage theatre production alongside favorite campus traditions like Homecoming and the Blessing of the Animals. All events are open to the public and free of charge unless otherwise noted. View the online calendar at cal more

$8 million NIH grant advances research on environmental health

LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 1 -- The University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine posted the following news release: * * * $8 million NIH grant advances research on environmental health * The Southern California Environmental Health Sciences Center (SCEHSC) has received an $8 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to advance research on the health effects of environmental exposures. SCEHSC, which is based at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, has been cont more

'Poison Pill': AFT's Weingarten Slams Trump Voucher Scam

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Teachers issued the following news release: * * * 'Poison Pill': AFT's Weingarten Slams Trump Voucher Scam * WASHINGTON-AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement after the Trump administration released new regulations for its unpopular national private school voucher scheme: "This scheme is a poison pill for the 90 percent of American children who attend public schools. Instead of strengthening pu more

2026 SEMA SHOW EDUCATION PROGRAM TO DELIVER EXPERT INSIGHTS AND PRACTICAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

DIAMOND BAR, California, Oct. 1 [Category: Industrial Materials] -- The Specialty Equipment Market Association posted the following news release: * * * 2026 SEMA SHOW EDUCATION PROGRAM TO DELIVER EXPERT INSIGHTS AND PRACTICAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES * \-Industry experts share actionable insights on the trends, technologies, and business strategies shaping the automotive aftermarket - DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Oct. 1, 2026) - Attendees at the 2026 SEMA Show, held Nov. 3-6 in Las Vegas, can develop more

26 Civil Rights Groups Urges FTC to Ban Surveillance Pricing Under Section 5 Authority

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 25, 2026 Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson Federal Trade Commission 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington DC, 20580 Re: Federal Trade Commission's Proposed Enforcement Policy Statement Regarding Personalized Pricing The undersigned civil rights advocacy and civil society organizations appreciate the opportunity more

A Much-Needed Win for Wildlife: Senate Introduces Bill to Improve Endangered Species Act Implementation

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 [Category: Environment] -- The Defenders of Wildlife posted the following news release: * * * A Much-Needed Win for Wildlife: Senate Introduces Bill to Improve Endangered Species Act Implementation * Senators Adam Schiff (D-CA) and Pete Ricketts (R-NE) yesterday introduced the Improving Species Recovery Act, an important bipartisan bill that would improve implementation of the Endangered Species Act. The legislation was informed by the Senate Environmental and Public Works more

ABA, America's Banks Relaunch #BanksNeverAskThat Campaign with New 'Scam Slayer' Initiative, Resources on AI-Powered Scams

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 [Category: Financial Services] -- The American Bankers Association posted the following news release: * * * ABA, America's Banks Relaunch #BanksNeverAskThat Campaign with New 'Scam Slayer' Initiative, Resources on AI-Powered Scams * WASHINGTON - The American Bankers Association today relaunched its award-winning #BanksNeverAskThat campaign with a new "Scam Slayer" initiative as banks nationwide join forces to help consumers and small businesses recognize and avoid scams. more

Agreement provides Alfred University students pathways for grad school admission to Syracuse

ALFRED, New York, Oct. 1 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: * * * Agreement provides Alfred University students pathways for grad school admission to Syracuse * Alfred University and Syracuse University on Tuesday, Sept. 29, celebrated a partnership that creates structured pathways for undergraduates at Alfred to enroll in nearly 30 graduate school programs at Syracuse. Mark Zupan, Alfred University president, met with J. Michael Haynie, Syracuse chancellor, and Lois A more

AI-Aware Education Conference Draws Over 200 Educators to Iona University

NEW ROCHELLE, New York, Oct. 1 -- Iona University issued the following news: * * * AI-Aware Education Conference Draws Over 200 Educators to Iona University Iona's Gabelli Center for Teaching & Learning convenes K-12 and higher education leaders to examine teaching, learning and human connection in the age of artificial intelligence, including a keynote by author and educator Marc Watkins October 1, 2026 NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- Over 200 educators from across the tri-state region recently gat more

AREMA 2026 Takeaways: Advancing a More Resilient Rail Network

WATERTOWN, Massachusetts, Oct. 1 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc., a provider of transportation planning, engineering, design, land development and environmental services, posted the following news: * * * AREMA 2026 Takeaways: Advancing a More Resilient Rail Network * The rail industry is adapting to emerging technologies, resilience challenges, and increasing demands on aging infrastructure. At the 2026 American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Associati more

As CES begins second year, Clark faculty influence global conversations at Climate Week NYC

WORCESTER, Massachusetts, Oct. 1 -- Clark University posted the following news: * * * As CES begins second year, Clark faculty influence global conversations at Climate Week NYC * Record-breaking heat across Europe. Catastrophic flooding in Nepal. Wildfires stretching from North America to Southeast Asia. In recent months, the world has encountered stark reminders of the growing impacts of climate change and the urgent need for long-term solutions. According to Lou Leonard, D.J.A. Spencer more

Association of American Publishers Welcomes the Third Circuit Decision in Favor of Plaintiff in Thomson Reuters v. ROSS Intelligence

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 [Category: Media] -- The Association of American Publishers issued the following news release: * * * Association of American Publishers Welcomes the Third Circuit Decision in Favor of Plaintiff in Thomson Reuters v. ROSS Intelligence * On September 30, 2026, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit released its opinion upholding the decision of the district court finding that ROSS Intelligence's unlicensed use of Thomson Reuters's copyrighted material to train a com more

Auburn Engineering awards 19 new and renewed professorships

AUBURN, Alabama, Oct. 1 -- Auburn University College of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Auburn Engineering awards 19 new and renewed professorships * Nineteen Auburn Engineering faculty members have been awarded new or continued endowed professorships, effective Oct. 1, the college announced. "Endowed professorships are among the highest honors a college can bestow on its faculty," said Mario Eden, dean of engineering. "These appointments recognize sustained excellence and sign more

Banner - University Medicine brings national back pain study to Arizona

PHOENIX, Arizona, Oct. 1 [Category: Health Care] -- Banner Health posted the following news release: * * * Banner - University Medicine brings national back pain study to Arizona * PHOENIX (Oct. 1, 2026) - Patients suffering from lower back pain may soon benefit from a new tool designed to help doctors identify specific causes of pain before spine surgeries. The CLARITY study at Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix is testing Nociscan, a software tool that uses advanced imaging technol more

Business pioneer Steve Krenzer to deliver fall 2026 Orser lecture Oct. 5 at Montana State

BOZEMAN, Montana, Oct. 1 -- Montana State University issued the following news: * * * Business pioneer Steve Krenzer to deliver fall 2026 Orser lecture Oct. 5 at Montana State * BOZEMAN -Montana State University will host Steve Krenzer, co-founder and president of the Tennessee-based private equity firm Works Capital, for the fall 2026 Orser Executive Speakers forum.Size: Lg Med Sm V Steve Krenzer. Courtesy photo The Orser lecture is presented each fall and spring semester by the Jake Ja more

Cameco acknowledges United States and Republic of Korea announcement of Framework for the Deployment of Nuclear Power

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania, Oct. 1 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Westinghouse Electric issued the following news release: * * * Cameco acknowledges United States and Republic of Korea announcement of Framework for the Deployment of Nuclear Power * Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, September 30, 2026 \- Cameco (TSX: CCO; NYSE: CCJ) acknowledges that the United States of America ("USG") and the Republic of Korea ("Korea"), under a previously entered Memorandum of Understanding (the "MOU"), tod more

Catawba College's Ketner School of Business Faculty and Students Attend NC Analytics and AI Day

SALISBURY, North Carolina, Oct. 1 -- Catawba College posted the following news: * * * Catawba College's Ketner School of Business Faculty and Students Attend NC Analytics and AI Day * Faculty members and students from the Ralph W. Ketner School of Business at Catawba College recently participated in the 2026 NC Triangle Research Regional Exchange (NC Analytics and AI Day), a leading regional event focused on analytics, artificial intelligence, and data-driven innovation. Hosted by the North more

CBS News Correspondent Douthat Explores Science, Consciousness, Faith at BYU Forum

PROVO, Utah, Oct. 1 -- Brigham Young University issued the following news: * * * Forum: Convergence of Faith By Kevin Romero-Arroyo, September 29, 2026 Ross G. Douthat, an American author, journalist and television correspondent for CBS News' 60 Minutes spoke at Tuesday's forum and encouraged BYU students to hold on to their belief in God. Douthat said that students will encounter situations in which their faith, beliefs and values will be challenged. However, he stressed that they should more

Children's Health Defense Issues Commentary: She Spent Years Piecing Together Her Daughter's Medical History -- Then She Built an AI Tool to Do It for Her

FRANKLIN LAKES, New Jersey, Oct. 1 -- 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 Jill Erzen is associate editor for The Defender: * * * She Spent Years Piecing Together Her Daughter's Medical History -- Then She Built an AI Tool to Do It for Her COUNTai, a new AI tool, helps families of children with autism turn years of medical records, health data an more

Clark Atlanta University Awarded $9.78 Million Department of War Grant to Expand AI, STEM Research

ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 1 -- Clark Atlanta University issued the following news: * * * Clark Atlanta University Awarded $9.78 Million Department of War Grant to Expand AI, STEM Research Five-Year SPARC in STEM Award Will Strengthen Research Capacity and Create New Opportunities for Faculty and Students 09/29/2026 Clark Atlanta University (CAU) has been awarded a $9.78 million, five-year grant from the U.S. Department of War (DoW) Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority-Serving more

Clemson scientist researches the fungus above us from her aircraft

CLEMSON, South Carolina, Oct. 1 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * Clemson scientist researches the fungus above us from her aircraft * Scientists have long used satellites to observe forests and fields from above. They can measure vegetation, track drought and identify changes in the landscape. But satellites cannot tell researchers exactly which organisms are moving through the air. That is where the research of Clemson University molecular ecologist Kimberly Metris a more

Coast Guard, partner agencies suspend search for missing aliens following vessel capsizing in the Mona Passage

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news release: * * * Coast Guard, partner agencies suspend search for missing aliens following vessel capsizing in the Mona Passage * SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico -U.S. Coast Guard Sector San Juan suspended a four-day multiagency, international search at sea Thursday evening for missing aliens of a mass rescue case in Mona Passage waters off Puerto Rico pending new developments or information. Air and s more

Conduent Completes Sale of Its Public Transit Business to Modaxo

FLORHAM PARK, New Jersey, Oct. 1 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Conduent, a business process services and solutions company, issued the following news release: * * * Conduent Completes Sale of Its Public Transit Business to Modaxo * $164 million transaction advances Conduent's strategy to simplify its portfolio and sharpen its focus Conduent Incorporated (Nasdaq: CNDT), a global technology-driven business solutions and services provider, today announced that it has completed the sal more

Consumer Reports Urges FTC to Ban Personalized Pricing Under Section 5 Authority

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comments of Consumer Reports In Response to the Federal Trade Commission Proposed Enforcement Policy Statement Regarding Personalized Pricing By Grace Gedye, Senior Policy Analyst Justin Brookman, Director of Technology Policy September 25, 2026 Consumer Reports appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback on the Fe more

CONTPAQi partners with Advent to accelerate next phase of growth

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Oct. 1 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Advent International, a private equity investor, posted the following news release: * * * CONTPAQi(r) partners with Advent to accelerate next phase of growth * * Advent to acquire a majority stake in CONTPAQi(r), a leading provider of modular business software suite to Mexican small and medium-sized businesses ("SMBs") * Investment will help support CONTPAQi(r)'s growth by strengthening its cloud and Artificial Intelligenc more

Crapo Statement on Support for Ratepayer Protection Act

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: * * * Crapo Statement on Support for Ratepayer Protection Act * Washington, D.C.-U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) released the following statement after voting in favor of the Ratepayer Protection Act, legislation led by Senator Jon Husted (R-Ohio) to address the increasing energy infrastructure demands associated with large data centers: "The U.S. must remain globally competitive in the advancement of artif more

CTA Research Shows Consumers Embrace AI Convenience Tools as Broader Sentiment Remains Mixed

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 1 (TNSrep) -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release: * * * CTA Research Shows Consumers Embrace AI Convenience Tools as Broader Sentiment Remains Mixed Research shows broad support for government to play a role in regulating AI as CTA releases an updated National AI Policy Framework - ARLINGTON, VA -- September 30, 2026 -- Today, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)(R) releases new research, Artificial Intelligence: Consumer Sen more

Daines Talks U.S.-China Relations at Nixon Foundation's Grand Strategy Summit

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Sen. Steve Daines, R-Montana, issued the following news release: * * * Daines Talks U.S.-China Relations at Nixon Foundation's Grand Strategy Summit * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today spoke at the Nixon Foundation's 2026 Grand Strategy Summit, where he laid out a vision for the future of U.S.-China relations. Watch Daines' full remarks HERE. Daines on his background working in China: [My history with] China began back in 1991. I was a chemical engi more

Delegate John Williams Experiences Hands-On Learning During Pierpont Visit

FAIRMONT, West Virginia, Oct. 1 -- Pierpont Community and Technical College posted the following news release: * * * Delegate John Williams Experiences Hands-On Learning During Pierpont Visit * September 30, 2026 FAIRMONT, W.Va. - West Virginia Del. John Williams visited Pierpont Community & Technical College's Advanced Technology Center and Culinary Academy Tuesday to see how students prepare for careers through hands-on instruction, technology and engagement with faculty. Williams, who more

Dell'Oro Group Announces Appointment of Frank Yang, Expert in Data Center Optical Connectivity, Structured Fiber Cabling

REDWOOD CITY, California, Oct. 1 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Dell'Oro Group, a provider of market information about the networking and telecommunications industries, issued the following news release: * * * Dell'Oro Group Announces Appointment of Frank Yang, Expert in Data Center Optical Connectivity, Structured Fiber Cabling * REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - October 1, 2026 - Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, security, networks, and data more

Entrepreneurs Invited to AI Pitch Competition at UA Little Rock

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Oct. 1 -- The University of Arkansas Little Rock campus issued the following news: * * * Entrepreneurs Invited to AI Pitch Competition at UA Little Rock * Arkansas entrepreneurs with innovative ideas for transforming business operations and accelerating growth with artificial intelligence (AI) will have a chance to win up to $50,000 in services at an upcoming pitch competition at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Hosted by the Arkansas Small Business and Tec more

Enviro Advocates to Mayor Mamdani: Keep Campaign Pledges to Decarbonize NYC

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release: * * * Enviro Advocates to Mayor Mamdani: Keep Campaign Pledges to Decarbonize NYC 100+ activists, concerned New Yorkers rally at City Hall in Support of Electrification Policies Sep 30, 2026 New York, NY - Today, more than 100 environmental advocates and concerned residents rallied at City Hall to demand Mayor Zohran Mamdani act to decarbonize New York City, as he promised during his campaign. Food & Water Wat more

F5 named a Leader in the 2026 IDC MarketScape for Worldwide WAAP Platforms for the second time

SEATTLE, Washington, Oct. 1 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- F5, an information technology company, issued the following news release: * * * F5 named a Leader in the 2026 IDC MarketScape for Worldwide WAAP Platforms for the second time * IDC MarketScape notes F5's key strengths including AI-powered WAF with a measurable efficacy gain, breadth of AI security options, and AI assistance and programmability SEATTLE - F5 (NASDAQ: FFIV), the global leader in delivering and securing every app more

Faculty and Staff Briefs September 2026

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 1 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Faculty and Staff Briefs September 2026 * Florida State University's distinguished faculty are central to the mission of the university. Faculty excellence in scholarship, research and creative activity is critical to the quality of student learning and makes a difference in the lives of others. Throughout the year, honors and recognitions are awarded to individual faculty and staff members across camp more

Field of drones: Army Reserve Soldiers evaluate innovative military industry technology at Northern Strike 26-2

FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news: * * * Field of drones: Army Reserve Soldiers evaluate innovative military industry technology at Northern Strike 26-2 * CAMP GRAYLING, Mich. - The 75th U.S. Army Reserve Innovation Command Tech Assessment Team evaluates innovative military industry technology including UAS, C-UAS, detection, and contested logistics capabilities at Northern Strike 26-2. The first of two Technology Assessment Team more

Food & Water Watch: Bipartisan Permitting Reform Plan is Danger to Public Health, Enviro Protection, States' Rights

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release: * * * Bipartisan Permitting Reform Plan is Danger to Public Health, Enviro Protection, States' Rights Bill is a power grab by Big Tech and Big Oil to fast-track AI data centers Sep 30, 2026 Washington, D.C. - Today the Senate released the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act, legislation that would deregulate the permitting of major energy and infrastructure projects. The legislation proposes to over more

Forvis Mazars highlights sustained growth in 2026 Integrated Report

SPRINGFIELD, Missouri, Oct. 1 [Category: BizConsulting] -- Forvis Mazars LLP, a company that provides audit, assurance, tax, advisory and consulting services, posted the following news release: * * * Forvis Mazars highlights sustained growth in 2026 Integrated Report * Forvis Mazars LLP, one of the largest public accounting and consulting firms in the United States, today released its 2026 Integrated Report, highlighting a year of sustained growth and meaningful investments in its capabiliti more

Franklin University Expands Online Master of Science in Data Analytics with Six New Career-Focused Specializations

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 1 -- Franklin University issued the following news release: * * * Franklin University Expands Online Master of Science in Data Analytics with Six New Career-Focused Specializations * Sherry Mercurio Executive Director, Office of Community Relations (614) 947-6581 Email: sherry.mercurio@franklin.edu New specialization options help working professionals build advanced analytics skills in high-demand areas including Data Science, Agentic AI, Cybersecurity, Marke more

FSU highlights cutting edge research at 14th annual Postdoctoral Symposium

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 1 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU highlights cutting edge research at 14th annual Postdoctoral Symposium * #Key Points * The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs event showcased how early-career researchers advance innovation and communicate complex science at the 14th annual Postdoctoral Symposium. * The event highlighted an interactive poster session and ten postdoc presentations in the Five Minute Research (5MR) Competition. From more

G2's New Categories for September 2026

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 1 [Category: BizConsulting] -- G2 issued the following news: * * * G2's New Categories for September 2026 * This month, G2 added seven new categories to the taxonomy, and the through-line is about specificity. Software is splitting along the actual seams of how businesses operate: by industry, by asset class, by who's on the hook when something goes wrong. AI Insurance Assistant Tools give carriers, brokers, and claims teams AI that's built around insurance's own dat more

Government AI models advancing, increasing productivity

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Government AI models advancing, increasing productivity * WASHINGTON - The War Department is working with industry partners to deploy the latest and greatest American artificial intelligence models and platforms, officials said Sept. 30 during GenAI.mil Excite Day at the Pentagon. Some 1.7 million users are currently using artificial intelligence within th more

Governor Healey and President Kornbluth launch MIT Future Fest

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Oct. 1 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Governor Healey and President Kornbluth launch MIT Future Fest * MIT Future Fest launched on Wednesday afternoon, featuring a visit from Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey before an opening panel at Kresge Auditorium. Both Healey and MIT President Sally Kornbluth emphasized the power of curiosity and innovation during introductory remarks, while formally kicking off MIT Future Fes more

GW Law Professor Andrew Guthrie Ferguson Presents at International Monetary Fund

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The George Washington University Law School posted the following news: * * * GW Law Professor Andrew Guthrie Ferguson Presents at International Monetary Fund * GW Law Professor Andrew Guthrie Ferguson presented at a session on surveillance at the International Monetary Fund's 10th Annual Privacy Summit on Thursday, September 24. Professor Ferguson's presentation, titled "Living At the Edge of Surveillance: What Your Devices -and Others -Know About You," examined how ad more

HACU announces speakers of its 40th Annual Conference Town Hall

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Oct. 1 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities posted the following news release: * * * HACU announces speakers of its 40th Annual Conference Town Hall * The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities has announced the speakers for its Town Hall taking place on Nov. 2, 2026, as part of the 40th Annual Conference in Chula Vista, California. The HACU Town Hall, "Ready or Not: Thriving in the New Age of AI," will bring together more

HCC professor represents college in Tunisia through the prestigious Fulbright Specialist Program

HOUSTON, Texas, Oct. 1 -- Houston City College posted the following news: * * * HCC professor represents college in Tunisia through the prestigious Fulbright Specialist Program * Houston City College (HCC) cybersecurity and artificial intelligence expert Fidelis Ngang, Ed.D., recently represented the college on the international stage with a prestigious Fulbright Specialist assignment in Tunisia. Dr. Ngang, who serves as a professor and researcher in HCC's cybersecurity program, was invited more

Hickenlooper, Tillis, Rosen, Sheehy, Cramer, Lee, Fulcher Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Establish National Critical Minerals Council, Federal Strategy on Critical Minerals

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Hickenlooper, Tillis, Rosen, Sheehy, Cramer, Lee, Fulcher Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Establish National Critical Minerals Council, Federal Strategy on Critical Minerals * U.S. is 100% reliant on imports for 16 critical minerals WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper, Thom Tillis, Jacky Rosen, Tim Sheehy, and Kevin Cramer, along with Representatives Susie Lee and Russ Fulcher, in more

House Energy Committee votes out bills on data center regulations and fair rates for utility customers

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 1 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats posted the following news release: * * * House Energy Committee votes out bills on data center regulations and fair rates for utility customers * HARRISBURG, Oct. 1 - Continuing its efforts to mitigate the impact of data centers and rising energy costs, the PA House Energy Committee voted this week to advance several bills that would protect Pennsylvania households and small businesses. The bills are: * H.B. 2755: Would more

Howard Payne University hosts Community Leadership Lunch and Learn for area business and community leaders

BROWNWOOD, Texas, Oct. 1 -- Howard Payne University posted the following news: * * * Howard Payne University hosts Community Leadership Lunch and Learn for area business and community leaders * BROWNWOOD - October 1, 2026 - Howard Payne University (HPU) hosted its annual Community Leadership Lunch and Learn Tuesday, bringing together representatives from more than a dozen area businesses and civic organizations for an opportunity to connect with each other and learn from an industry leader. more

IBM Introduces Self-Hosted Deployment for IBM Bob to Help Enterprises Advance AI Sovereignty and Governance

ARMONK, New York, Oct. 1 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release: * * * IBM Introduces Self-Hosted Deployment for IBM Bob to Help Enterprises Advance AI Sovereignty and Governance * ARMONK, N.Y., October 1, 2026 - Today IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced self-hosted deployment for IBM Bob, allowing organizations to bring AI software development to on-premises, private-cloud, sovereign-cloud, and air-gapped environments where they have control. Bob is IBM's agentic more

ICYMI: Hawley Convenes First Senate Hearing on Rogue AI Attacks

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Missouri, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Hawley Convenes First Senate Hearing on Rogue AI Attacks * Hearing expands Hawley subcommittee investigation into OpenAI and hacking risks WASHINGTON -U.S. Senator Josh Hawley chaired a Senate Homeland Security Subcommittee on Disaster Management hearing that focused on the growing number of rogue AI cyberattacks on critical infrastructure. Senator Hawley called for AI companies and developer more

Is Anyone Out There?

LA JOLLA, California, Oct. 1 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * Is Anyone Out There? * The next 10 years are poised to be the most transformative decade yet in the space industry. With eyes on the construction of a planned NASA lunar base by 2032 and a potential future mission to Mars, a fundamental question has persisted for millennia: Is anyone else out there? Curiosity drives almost all of us, particularly when it comes to exploration and sp more

Jayapal Introduces Legislative Framework Establishing National Charter System to Rein in AI

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Washington, issued the following news: * * * Jayapal Introduces Legislative Framework Establishing National Charter System to Rein in AI * SEATTLE, W.A. -U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) is introducing a new policy framework that reins in artificial intelligence (AI) by requiring every AI company to hold a federal charter to do business in the U.S. The AI charter is modeled after existing regulatory frameworks, combining the round-the- more

KBR Appoints Rami Qasem to Board of Directors

HOUSTON, Texas, Oct. 1 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * KBR Appoints Rami Qasem to Board of Directors * HOUSTON, October 1, 2026 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today the appointment of Rami Qasem to its board of directors effective October 1, 2026. Mr. Qasem, 59, is a global energy, technology, and industrial executive with nearly 30 years of international leadership experience acros more

Kennesaw State researcher receives NIH Grant to study sleep apnea

KENNESAW, Georgia, Oct. 1 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release: * * * Kennesaw State researcher receives NIH Grant to study sleep apnea * KENNESAW, Ga. | Oct 1, 2026 For some people, snoring is just a nuisance. But for others, it can be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea, a condition in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. It not only causes fatigue throughout the day but can lead to serious health problems if left untreated. Kennesaw State Uni more

Kodiak AI Chooses AWS for AI-Powered Autonomous Trucking Technology Development Ahead of Driverless Highway Launch

SEATTLE, Washington, Oct. 1 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon posted the following news: * * * Kodiak AI Chooses AWS for AI-Powered Autonomous Trucking Technology Development Ahead of Driverless Highway Launch * MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (October 1, 2026) -Kodiak AI, Inc. ("Kodiak") (Nasdaq: KDK), a leading provider of Physical AI-powered autonomous driving technology, announced today that it is using Amazon Web Services (AWS) as its primary cloud provider to power the compute-intensive more

Leading Christian Thinker on AI and Human Flourishing Is Coming to Whitworth

SPOKANE, Washington, Oct. 1 -- Whitworth University issued the following news release: * * * Leading Christian Thinker on AI and Human Flourishing Is Coming to Whitworth October 1, 2026 Whitworth's Weyerhaeuser Center for Christian Faith & Learning is delighted to host one of the most compelling and highly sought-after voices in Christian ethics and artificial intelligence. Meghan Sullivan, Ph.D., will speak at the university on Friday, Nov. 6, at 4 p.m. in Cowles Auditorium. Sullivan is a more

M&T Bank/Wilmington Trust Women Leaders to Receive 2026 Awards from American Banker

BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 1 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- M&T Bank, a financial holding company, issued the following news release: * * * M&T Bank/Wilmington Trust Women Leaders to Receive 2026 Awards from American Banker * Meghan Shue, Carly Nathanson and Mary-Ammielle Stone selected as part of the publication's 2026 annual honors program BUFFALO, N.Y., Oct. 1, 2026 \-M&T Bank (NYSE: MTB) and its subsidiary, Wilmington Trust, announced today that three of its leaders will receive awar more

Marcelo W.B. Araujo elected to FDI World Dental Federation Science Committee

BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 1 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * Marcelo W.B. Araujo elected to FDI World Dental Federation Science Committee * School of Dental Medicine Dean Marcelo Araujo spoke at the FDI World Dental Congress held in Prague in September during which he was elected to the Science Committee of the FDI World Dental Federation. Candidacy to international professional organization supported by the American Dental more

Media Coverage: September 2026

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Oct. 1 -- The University of Missouri St. Louis campus posted the following news: * * * Media Coverage: September 2026 * The University of Missouri-St. Louis makes a significant impact on the St. Louis area. Stories about the university, its scholars and their expertise are often covered by local and national news media. Media Coverage highlights some of the top stories but does not serve as a comprehensive listing. Notice a clip we missed? Email us at umsldaily@umsl.edu more

Miller-Meeks Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Children from Human-Like Chatbots

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Miller-Meeks Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Children from Human-Like Chatbots * WASHINGTON D.C. - Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA), Rep. George Whitesides (D-CA), Rep. Mike Kennedy (R-UT), and Rep. Doris Matsui (D-CA) introduced the bipartisan Protecting Kids from Human-Like Chatbots Act, legislation to protect children from AI chatbots designed to imitate human re more

Moving research from ideas to impact

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 1 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * Moving research from ideas to impact * Where does research show up in daily life? Perhaps it is obvious in a faster diagnosis for patients fighting a drug resistant infection, or in a middle school math class, where new tools can help a teacher follow how every small group is reasoning through a problem. Maybe it's in the crisis that never comes to pass because policymakers participated in a tabletop exercise more

N.C. A&T Announces 2026 Dowdy Scholars Cohort

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Oct. 1 -- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University posted the following news: * * * N.C. A&T Announces 2026 Dowdy Scholars Cohort * EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (Oct. 1, 2026) - North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has announced its 2026 cohort of Lewis and Elizabeth Dowdy Scholars - 20 high-achieving first-year students who have joined the Aggie family as members of the class of 2030. Representing North Carolina, Georgia, Marylan more

N.C. Health Dept.: Governor Stein Launches $20 Million Fund to Increase Access to Care in Rural North Carolina

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Oct. 1 -- The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services issued the following news release: * * * Wednesday, September 30, 2026 Governor Stein Launches $20 Million Fund to Increase Access to Care in Rural North Carolina RALEIGH The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and the North Carolina Department of Information Technology today announced the launch of the Rural Health Innovation Fund. This statewide investment fund will distribute more

Nacha's Payments Innovation Alliance Unveils New and Updated Resources for Cybersecurity Awareness Month

RESTON, Virginia, Oct. 1 [Category: Business] -- Nacha - The Electronic Payments Association posted the following news release: * * * Nacha's Payments Innovation Alliance Unveils New and Updated Resources for Cybersecurity Awareness Month * RESTON, Virginia, Oct. 1, 2026 - Nacha's Payments Innovation Alliance is taking an active role in 2026's Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, unveiling new and updated resources from its Cybersecurity & Payments AI Project Team. The new resource i more

NAR Launches New Online Resource to Help REALTORS Prevent, Detect, and Report Real Estate Fraud

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The National Association of Realtors issued the following news release: * * * NAR Launches New Online Resource to Help REALTORS(R) Prevent, Detect, and Report Real Estate Fraud Resource helps members get to their next transaction with more confidence - WASHINGTON (October 1, 2026) - The National Association of REALTORS(R) launched "Protecting Your Clients and Your Business From Fraud," a new online resource that provides information that helps members prevent, detect, more

NASBE Report Highlights Gap in AI Guidance for Early Childhood Education

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 1 [Category: Education] -- The National Association of State Boards of Education posted the following news release: * * * NASBE Report Highlights Gap in AI Guidance for Early Childhood Education * Alexandria, VA-As of August 2026, 37 states have adopted guidance for artificial intelligence (AI) use in public schools. Yet few touch on kindergarten, and pre-K is left out altogether. Most children have already spent years with AI before they start kindergarten, often more

New faculty at UW Bothell 2026

BOTHELL, Washington, Oct. 1 -- The University of Washington Bothell campus posted the following news: * * * New faculty at UW Bothell 2026 * Please join us in welcoming a new cohort of faculty members this academic year. They bring expertise across a range of disciplines and will add different perspectives and experiences, which will help us expand opportunities for our students and community partners. #School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences Dr. Nagham Abouzeid Assistant Professor more

NEW FACULTY: New professors share wisdom to future generations

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 1 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news release: * * * NEW FACULTY: New professors share wisdom to future generations * For new students and new professors, life is a journey built on dreams, hard work and experiences that (hopefully) lead to wisdom. Vanderbilt welcomed 83 new faculty to our 12 schools and colleges for the 2026-27 academic year. As these professors start their chapter here, we asked them to share some of their own wisdom in response to more

NEW FACULTY: New professors share wisdom to future generations

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 1 -- Vanderbilt University School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * NEW FACULTY: New professors share wisdom to future generations * For new students and new professors, life is a journey built on dreams, hard work and experiences that (hopefully) lead to wisdom. Vanderbilt welcomed 83 new faculty to our 12 schools and colleges for the 2026-27 academic year. As these professors start their chapter here, we asked them to share some of their own wisdom more

New safeguards could help protect young people from unsafe content generated by artificial intelligence

CLEMSON, South Carolina, Oct. 1 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * New safeguards could help protect young people from unsafe content generated by artificial intelligence * College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences The rise of artificial intelligence has created new opportunities for computer coding, scientific research and a host of other productive uses, but it has also made it alarmingly easy to create and spread content that is potentially harmful to you more

NiCE Named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Agentic Contact Center-as-a-Service Platforms

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Oct. 1 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NICE, an enterprise software solutions provider, issued the following news release: * * * NiCE Named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Agentic Contact Center-as-a-Service Platforms * #NiCE's unified platform advantage in operationalizing agentic AI across the end-to-end customer journey Hoboken, N.J., 1 October 2026 - NiCE (Nasdaq: NICE) today announced it has been positioned in the Leaders category in the IDC Mar more

Noteworthy Achievements

GLASSBORO, New Jersey, Oct. 1 -- Rowan University posted the following news: * * * Noteworthy Achievements * #PROFessionals of the Month - #The PROFessionals of the Month program celebrates exemplary Rowan University employees, as nominated each month by their colleagues across the University community. To read honorees' profiles, visit PROFessionals of the Month. Noteworthy Accomplishments Danielle Arigo, Psychology, received $271,250 (total potential funding: $697,500) from National Ins more

Nurses Celebrate Historic Victory as Gov. Newsom Signs Landmark A.I. Protection Into Law

OAKLAND, California, Oct. 1 -- The California Nurses Association issued the following news release: * * * Nurses celebrate historic victory as Gov. Newsom signs landmark A.I. protection into law September 30, 2026 With AB 1979, California sets a new national standard for protecting patients and health care workers from unsafe A.I. - Union nurses with California Nurses Association (CNA) celebrated a hard-fought victory today as Governor Gavin Newsom signed a CNA-sponsored bill, AB 1979 auth more

Obernolte, Trahan Statement on White House AI Accord

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Rep. Jay Obernolte, R-California, issued the following news release: * * * Obernolte, Trahan Statement on White House AI Accord * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman Jay Obernolte (R-CA-23) and Congresswoman Lori Trahan (D-MA-03), authors of the bipartisan FRONTIER Act, issued the following statement on the White House Accord signed by leading AI companies on Tuesday: "This week, America's leading AI companies signed the White House Accord, an important step toward en more

October 2026 Issues of APA Journals Feature New Research on Neuromodulation and Precision Therapeutics, Esketamine, and More

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 1 [Category: Psychiatry/Psychology] -- The American Psychiatric Association issued the following news release: * * * October 2026 Issues of APA Journals Feature New Research on Neuromodulation and Precision Therapeutics, Esketamine, and More * Washington, D.C. -The latest issues of four American Psychiatric Association journals (The American Journal of Psychiatry, Psychiatric Services, American Journal of Psychotherapy, and Psychiatric Research and Clinical Practice more

OMRF scientists talk AI at OSU event

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Oct. 1 -- The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation posted the following news: * * * OMRF scientists talk AI at OSU event * As the world enters a new age of artificial intelligence, two Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation scientists explained to a Stillwater audience Monday how AI is already shaping medical research. At an event on the Oklahoma State University campus, OMRF's Courtney Montgomery, Ph.D., and Matlock Jeffries, M.D., talked about how scientists have be more

One Amentum: Celebrating Two Years as a Public Company

GERMANTOWN, Maryland, Oct. 1 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Amentum, a provider of technical and engineering services, issued the following news release: * * * One Amentum: Celebrating Two Years as a Public Company * October 1, 2026, marks an exciting milestone for Amentum: two years as a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol AMTM. It has been a transformative journey since our debut in 2024, not just for our company but for the missions we support, th more

Open Source Camp Chattanooga returns Nov. 13-14 at UTC

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Oct. 1 -- The University of Tennessee Chattanooga Campus posted the following news: * * * Open Source Camp Chattanooga returns Nov. 13-14 at UTC * Open Source Camp Chattanooga will bring beginners and experienced technology professionals together Nov. 13-14 at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga for two days of hands-on learning, practical sessions and community connection. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET each day at the UTC Library, 600 Dou more

OU-led projects aims to recover critical minerals from existing oil and gas wells

NORMAN, Oklahoma, Oct. 1 -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news: * * * OU-led projects aims to recover critical minerals from existing oil and gas wells * NORMAN, OKLA. - The University of Oklahoma, partnering with the state of Oklahoma and academic and industry partners, has received funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation to build the nation's first integrated platform for recovering critical minerals from existing oil and gas wells. Funded by a three-year, $6M a more

Q&A: How can marketers use AI effectively -- without losing human judgment?

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Oct. 1 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Q&A: How can marketers use AI effectively -- without losing human judgment? * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -As marketers increasingly turn to artificial intelligence (AI) tools to create content and improve the efficiency of their workflows, a new study by a Penn State researcher and collaborators proposes a novel approach to effectively deploying AI-generated marketing content at scale while redu more

R.I. Education Dept.: McKee Administration Awards $5.5 Million to Expand Access to CTE Healthcare Career Pathways for Students Across Rhode Island

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Oct. 1 -- The Rhode Island Department of Education issued the following news release: * * * McKee Administration Awards $5.5 Million to Expand Access to CTE Healthcare Career Pathways for Students Across Rhode Island September 30, 2026 GLOCESTER, RI - The McKee Administration today announced more than $5.48 million in awards to 14 Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and schools to expand healthcare-focused Career and Technical Education (CTE) opportunities for students more

Red Hat Recognises Hong Leong Bank for Unlocking New Possibilities with Open Source at the Red Hat APAC Innovation Awards 2026 for Malaysia

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Oct. 1 [Category: Computer TechnologyBiz] -- Red Hat, a provider of open source software solutions, posted the following news release: * * * Red Hat Recognises Hong Leong Bank for Unlocking New Possibilities with Open Source at the Red Hat APAC Innovation Awards 2026 for Malaysia * KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA \- October 1, 2026 - Red Hat, the world's leading provider of open source solutions, today announced the winners of the Red Hat APAC Innovation Awards 2026 for Mala more

Renowned mathematician to deliver talk on building resiliency in the age of AI

NORTHFIELD, Minnesota, Oct. 1 -- St. Olaf College issued the following news: * * * Renowned mathematician to deliver talk on building resiliency in the age of AI * Carnegie Mellon University Professor of Mathematics Po-Shen Loh is a visionary mathematician who combines math, science, and technology -and occasionally acting -as one. Loh grew up in Wisconsin. His mathematical journey started when he was young, with lessons from his mother, but continued when he found his community in math te more

Rep. Whitesides Introduces Bipartisan Legislation To Protect Children from Human-Like Chatbots

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Rep. George T. Whitesides, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Whitesides Introduces Bipartisan Legislation To Protect Children from Human-Like Chatbots * WASHINGTON D.C. - Today, Reps. George Whitesides (D-CA), Mike Kennedy (R-UT), Doris Matsui (D-CA), and Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA) introduced the Protecting Kids from Human-Like Chatbots Act. This legislation protects kids by prohibiting chatbots from communicating by default in a human-lik more

RIT Student Wins HackMIT With Low-cost Medicine Testing Device

ROCHESTER, New York, Oct. 1 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * October 1, 2026 RIT student wins HackMIT with low-cost medicine testing device Student hackathon team builds optical dissolution tester to help identify substandard pills - A Rochester Institute of Technology student and his team took home the first-place grand prize at HackMIT 2026, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology hackathon. The group of students from top colleges across th more

Roswell Park, Generate Biomedicines Launch Exclusive Clinical Trial of 'Armored' CAR T Therapy for Ovarian Cancer

BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 1 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center posted the following news release: * * * Roswell Park, Generate Biomedicines Launch Exclusive Clinical Trial of 'Armored' CAR T Therapy for Ovarian Cancer * BUFFALO, N.Y. and SOMERVILLE, Mass. -Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center ("Roswell Park") and Generate Biomedicines, Inc. ("Generate") today announced that the first patient has been dosed in a first-in-human clinical trial evaluating G more

Sea change: WildFin aims to improve fish behavior analysis in the wild

ITHACA, New York, Oct. 1 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Sea change: WildFin aims to improve fish behavior analysis in the wild * In the first year of her doctoral research, Abigail Grassick collected hours of underwater video as she studied fish communities living on bommies - individual clumps of coral - on the seafloor off the coast of Curacao. A doctoral candidate in the field of computational biology, she tried using computer vision models to automatically ident more

Sea change: WildFin aims to improve fish behavior analysis in the wild

ITHACA, New York, Oct. 1 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following news: * * * Sea change: WildFin aims to improve fish behavior analysis in the wild By Patricia Waldron Cornell Bowers Computing and Information Science October 1, 2026 In the first year of her doctoral research, Abigail Grassick collected hours of underwater video as she studied fish communities living on bommies - individual clumps of coral - on the seafloor off the coast of Cu more

SEC Commissioner Peirce Issues Remarks at Open Commission Meeting on Accredited Investor Notices Under Rule 501(a)(10) of Regulation D

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following remarks by Commissioner Hester M. Peirce: * * * The Other AI: Remarks at the Open Commission Meeting on Accredited Investor Notices under Rule 501(a)(10) of Regulation D Sept. 30, 2026 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. These days when we talk about AI, we usually mean artificial intelligence. AI at the SEC, however, has a more sinister meaning--accredited investor. I have never been a fan of paternalistic limitations on more

Senators Hawley, Murphy Announce Bipartisan AI Agent Accountability Act

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Missouri, issued the following news release: * * * Senators Hawley, Murphy Announce Bipartisan AI Agent Accountability Act * WASHINGTON -Today, U.S. Senators Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) announced bipartisan legislation to ensure AI agent operators and developers are held liable for hacking incidents. Artificial intelligence agents are hacking into public websites, networks, and servers. This poses potentially dire consequences to a more

SIU Researchers Use AI to Speed Up, Improve Bacteria Detection

CARBONDALE, Illinois, Oct. 1 -- Southern Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * September 30, 2026 SIU researchers use AI to speed up, improve bacteria detection CARBONDALE, Ill. -- A doctor scribbles an order for antibiotics on a prescription slip and reminds the patient to take the full dosage, even if they start to feel better before the medication is gone. Sound familiar? It probably does for anyone who has been diagnosed with strep throat, an ear or tooth infection more

Sophomore Summit puts career goals in motion

WORCESTER, Massachusetts, Oct. 1 -- Clark University posted the following news: * * * Sophomore Summit puts career goals in motion * #'We are all trying to balance a million things at once' Last week, I attended the Sophomore Summit, an immersive experience that emphasized the importance of investigating your future career options early. Throughout the summit, I felt connected to my peers because we are all in the same boat, trying to balance a million things at once, between school, jobs, more

Spotlight On: Lauren Balasco

GALLOWAY, New Jersey, Oct. 1 -- Stockton University posted the following news: * * * Spotlight On: Lauren Balasco * Galloway, N.J. - Lauren Balasco, associate professor of Political Science at Stockton, recognizes the hurdles facing colleges and universities, from enrollment challenges to funding barriers. She hopes participating in the Department Chair Leadership Institute (DCLI) through the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) will help her address these concerns more

Statement from leading physician organizations on the role of augmented intelligence in healthcare

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 1 [Category: Medical] -- The American College of Physicians posted the following news release: * * * Statement from leading physician organizations on the role of augmented intelligence in healthcare * The following organizations issued the joint statement below today: American Academy of Family Physicians American Academy of Pediatrics American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists American College of Physicians American College of Surgeons more

Survey: CHRO Confidence Remains in Positive Territory, But Continues to Inch Down

NEW YORK, Oct. 1 -- The Conference Board issued the following news release: * * * Survey: CHRO Confidence Remains in Positive Territory, But Continues to Inch Down * CHRO confidence remained positive in Q3, but continued to edge down from its record high earlier this year. That's according to the latest survey of US chief human resource officers (CHROs) from The Conference Board. The CHRO Confidence Index declined to 56 in Q3 from 58 in Q2. A reading above 50 reflects more positive than neg more

Tariffs on Canadian power could raise costs, emissions and grid risks

ITHACA, New York, Oct. 1 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Tariffs on Canadian power could raise costs, emissions and grid risks * Milk and alcohol, paper and steel, semiconductors and pharmaceuticals - an array of products are currently subject to tariffs in the ongoing trade dispute between the United States and Canada. But there is one crucial commodity that has so far avoided tariffs: electricity. In addition to sharing a border, the two countries operate deeply int more

Three Disciplines to One Career: Shipra De

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Oct. 1 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * Three Disciplines to One Career: Shipra De * Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering Alumna of the Year: Shipra De '11 BA Computer Science, BA Economics, and BS Mathematical Sciences Lead Data and Business Intelligence Analyst, Nevada National Security Sites Shipra De simultaneously earned three degrees at UNLV before going on to earn a master's in computer science from the Georgia In more

Trahan, Obernolte Statement on White House AI Accord

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Rep. Lori Trahan, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Trahan, Obernolte Statement on White House AI Accord * Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (D-MA-03) and Congressman Jay Obernolte (R-CA-23), authors of the bipartisan FRONTIER Act, issued the following statement on the White House Accord signed by leading AI companies on Tuesday: "This week, America's leading AI companies signed the White House Accord, an important step toward ensuring that the m more

UC San Diego and University of Vermont Share $19M from NSF to Build National Biological Observatory

LA JOLLA, California, Oct. 1 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * UC San Diego and University of Vermont Share $19M from NSF to Build National Biological Observatory * Researchers at the University of California San Diego have received new research funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) to design and build an observatory that will allow researchers to reveal some of life's smallest structures in three dimensions, which will empowe more

UC-San Francisco: Can AI Boost A-Fib Detection and Diagnose Over Standard Monitoring?

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 1 -- The University of California San Francisco campus issued the following news release: * * * September 29, 2026 Can AI Boost A-Fib Detection and Diagnose Over Standard Monitoring? New UCSF trial compares remote digital monitoring of blood pressure to traditional blood pressure cuffs. - Atrial fibrillation is a common heart rhythm disorder that causes a rapid, irregular heartbeat and can lead to stroke and heart failure. The condition affects nearly 5% of more

UL Solutions Names Executive Vice President and Chief AI & Digital Trust Officer

NORTHBROOK, Illinois, Oct. 1 [Category: BizLaboratory Sciences] -- UL Solutions, a company that says it delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, issued the following news release: * * * UL Solutions Names Executive Vice President and Chief AI & Digital Trust Officer * NORTHBROOK, Ill. -Oct. 1, 2026 -UL Solutions Inc. (NYSE: ULS), a global leader in applied safety science, today announced that Kelly Manthey will join the more

URI to launch new computational social science doctoral program

KINGSTON, Rhode Island, Oct. 1 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news: * * * URI to launch new computational social science doctoral program * KINGSTON, R.I. - Oct. 1, 2026 - The University of Rhode Island is introducing a new Computational Social Science Ph.D. program, citing a growing demand for trained social scientists who can ethically use advanced computational methods to study complex social problems and inform evidence-based decisions. Set to launch in the fall more

USC Robotics Leader Maja Mataric Named to Forbes 50 Over 50: Innovation List

LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 1 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * USC Robotics Leader Maja Mataric Named to Forbes 50 Over 50: Innovation List * Headshot of Maja Mataric. USC roboticist and award-winning researcher Maja Mataric has been named to the 2026 Forbes 50 Over 50: Innovation list, recognized for pioneering the field of socially assistive robotics. Forbes highlights her work designing robots that "can interact wi more

Utah Law faculty updates: September 2026

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Oct. 1 -- The University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law posted the following news: * * * Utah Law faculty updates: September 2026 * Each month, we share notable updates-including presentations, publications, panels, and other accomplishments-from Utah Law faculty members. Associate Professor Daniel Aaron * Media appearances * Quoted in The Guardian, "'Nakedly political': US attempts to link trans support to authoritarianism in new health department report" ( more

UTRGV awarded $5M federal grant to advance Rio Grande Valley manufacturing

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, Oct. 1 -- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley posted the following news: * * * UTRGV awarded $5M federal grant to advance Rio Grande Valley manufacturing * #University among 11 organizations nationwide selected for SBA funding to support small manufacturers, workforce training and technology adoption RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS - OCT. 1, 2026 - The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is one of 11 organizations nationwide to receive a $5 million federal grant aimed a more

Vanderbilt University Owen Graduate School of Management: Country Music Association CEO Sarah Trahern is Excited for Her Next Chapter

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 1 -- Vanderbilt University Owen Graduate School of Management issued the following news: * * * Country Music Association CEO Sarah Trahern is Excited for Her Next Chapter After 13 years running the CMA, the Vanderbilt Executive MBA grad is ready for new horizons. Scott Christian Sep 30, 2026 Sarah Trahern may be an incredibly successful American businesswoman, but there's one element of American business culture that she has absolutely no interest in. "I call it more

WashU-led team wins $4M DARPA grant to improve fuel injector design

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Oct. 1 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news: * * * WashU-led team wins $4M DARPA grant to improve fuel injector design * #In Brief * A $4.25 million grant from DARPA will fund research on fuel injectors. * The work could be used to design better advanced aircraft and defense technology. * The research will help further investigate how liquid fuel breaks into droplets. Scientists have been tackling the challenge of atomization for centur more

What does Louisiana's AI Data Center Boom Mean for the State?

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, Oct. 1 -- Tulane University Law School posted the following news: * * * What does Louisiana's AI Data Center Boom Mean for the State? * Meta is expanding its Richland Parish artificial intelligence (AI) data center to a planned 5 gigawatts of computing capacity, while questions involving new power generation, utility regulation, water use, environmental permitting, tax incentives and public disclosure have all made headlines. Tulane Law's Haley Gentry, Assistant Direc more

What Three UMGC Faculty Members Have Learned About Teaching

ADELPHI, Maryland, Oct. 1 -- The University of Maryland Global Campus issued the following news: * * * What Three UMGC Faculty Members Have Learned About Teaching * Award recipients reflect on purpose, persistence, and learner success University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is guided by its mission to inspire hope, empower dreams, and transform lives... one student at a time. Ahead of World Teachers' Day on October 5, 2026, we spoke with three faculty members about why they teach, and more

Whip Clark on CNN: Democrats Are Putting the American People Front and Center

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Rep. Katherine Clark, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Whip Clark on CNN: Democrats Are Putting the American People Front and Center * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) appeared on CNN News Central to call out Republicans for refusing to rein in AI and highlight Democrats' fight to lower costs for working people. Below are excerpts of the conversation. On Republicans Refusing to Put Guardrails on AI: "We should be more

William & Mary launches new bioengineering degrees

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 1 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * William & Mary launches new bioengineering degrees * The following story originally appeared on the website for William & Mary's School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics. - Ed. The world's most formidable challenges rarely fit neatly into a single discipline. Developing new medicines, creating sustainable materials, restoring damaged ecosystems and advancing biotechnology all require experts who can thin more

Working to improve credit unions' operating environment

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news: * * * Working to improve credit unions' operating environment * Focusing on priorities to improve how credit unions' operating environment, America's Credit Unions' Operations Committee met Wednesday to discuss a range of issues, from AI to the IRS. Members of the Compliance team shared updates on rules and state legislation, while advocacy leaders shared the latest about the updated struc more

World Models and the Robot Race: The Case for a Measurement Strategy

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The Wilson Center, an organization that provides nonpartisan insights and analysis on global affairs to policymakers and the public through deep research, open dialogue and independent scholarship, issued the following news release: * * * World Models and the Robot Race: The Case for a Measurement Strategy * First imagine a highly intelligent, AI-powered chatbot, like ChatGPT. Such agents have significantly shaped the daily l more

Yavapai College Awarded $2.7 Million Grant to Support Student Success

PRESCOTT, Arizona, Oct. 1 -- Yavapai College issued the following news: * * * Yavapai College Awarded $2.7 Million Grant to Support Student Success Tim Diesch 01 October 2026 Prescott, Arizona -- Yavapai College has been awarded a competitive federal Title III Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) grant that will help transform student success efforts across the college through the launch of the Yavapai Experience, a comprehensive initiative designed to strengthen academic achievement, i more

AI drives productivity, but CEOs struggle to turn gains into growth

LONDON, England, Sept. 30 [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: * * * AI drives productivity, but CEOs struggle to turn gains into growth * * 50% of CEOs cite AI as biggest driver of material productivity gains, yet 23% struggle to convert gains into measurable financial outcomes * Only 16% more

Amata's IGIA Message Highlights American Samoa's Opposition to Seabed Mining, and Key Priorities

WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 (Rep.) -- Del. Aumua Amata Radewagen, R-American Samoa, issued the following news release: * * * Amata's IGIA Message Highlights American Samoa's Opposition to Seabed Mining, and Key Priorities * Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Uifa'atali Amata gave remarks Tuesday for the Interagency Group on Insular Affairs (IGIA) held virtually with the Department of the Interior (DOI) and other federal agencies, stating opposition to seabed mining. "At this time, the biggest conce more

Baldwin Votes Against Voluntary Approach to Data Centers; Vows to Push Real Reform to Protect Wisconsin Ratepayers

WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: * * * Baldwin Votes Against Voluntary Approach to Data Centers; Vows to Push Real Reform to Protect Wisconsin Ratepayers * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) voted against legislation that fails to protect Wisconsin ratepayers and does nothing to ensure that data centers pay for their own energy costs. The legislation only asks that states and regulators "consider" making Big more

Ernst: America Can't Hit Pause on AI While China Charges Ahead

WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Ernst: America Can't Hit Pause on AI While China Charges Ahead * WASHINGTON - Today, during a Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Subcommittee on Disaster Management hearing, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) praised how Super Intelligence (SI), also known as artificial intelligence, helps keep Americans safe while acknowledging Congress' responsibility to ensure proper guardrails are in place. E more

Governor Newsom fails Californians by refusing to sign law protecting nurses who challenge unsafe A.I.

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Sept. 30 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release: * * * Governor Newsom fails Californians by refusing to sign law protecting nurses who challenge unsafe A.I. * Governor Gavin Newsom's veto of AB 2575 gives hospital corporations a green light to discipline nurses who override unsafe artificial intelligence (A.I.) to protect their patients, enabling tech companies to blame health care workers when tech products cause harm. "The g more

Grassley Blasts Democrats for Blocking Legislation to Protect Families from Data Center Energy Costs

WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Grassley Blasts Democrats for Blocking Legislation to Protect Families from Data Center Energy Costs * Click HERE for broadcast quality video. WASHINGTON - Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) blasted Senate Democrats for blocking overwhelmingly bipartisan legislation that would protect Americans from energy costs associated with data centers. Grassley is a cosponsor of Sen. Jon Husted's (R-Ohio) Rat more

House Democratic Leadership statement on Rep. Bernstine's behavior

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Sept. 30 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats posted the following news release: * * * House Democratic Leadership statement on Rep. Bernstine's behavior * HARRISBURG, Sep. 30 -House Democratic Leadership issued the following statement responding to published reports of Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) using disturbing homophobic slurs and violent language at a downtown Harrisburg bar. "These reports of a member spewing hateful, vile language about another more

KBR Publicly Files Form 10 Registration Statement for Planned Spin-off Company Trinzic

HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 30 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * KBR Publicly Files Form 10 Registration Statement for Planned Spin-off Company Trinzic * HOUSTON, September 30, 2026 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced the filing of a Form 10 registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in connection with the planned spin-off of its Mission Technology Solutions (MT more

NUWC Division Newport celebrates new inventors and published authors during awards ceremony

WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news: * * * NUWC Division Newport celebrates new inventors and published authors during awards ceremony * NEWPORT, R.I. - Innovative thinking is the vehicle that drives technology. Whether it's an inventor designing a gadget or a principal investigator putting pen to paper to capture research, today's ideas can evolve into critical capabilities for tomorrow's U.S. Navy submarine fleet. The Naval Undersea Warfare Cen more

Ricketts Votes to Protect Ratepayers from Rising Energy Costs

WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Ricketts Votes to Protect Ratepayers from Rising Energy Costs * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) voted in support of the Ratepayer Protection Act and made the following statement: "The Ratepayer Protection Act is a win-win for Nebraskans," said Ricketts. "It would protect families' wallets from rising energy costs. And it would help us stay ahead of Communist China in more

Senator Kim Co-Leads Homeland Security Subcommittee Hearing on Taking Control of AI

WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 -- Sen. Andy Kim, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Kim Co-Leads Homeland Security Subcommittee Hearing on Taking Control of AI * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Senator Andy Kim (D-N.J.), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee's Subcommittee on Disaster Management, District of Columbia, and Census, addressed Americans' top concerns about AI and the critical importance of balancing innovation with safety and secu more

University of Phoenix Graduates Job-Ready

PHOENIX, Arizona, Sept. 30 -- The University of Phoenix issued the following news release: * * * University of Phoenix Graduates Job-Ready * Does education translate into workplace application? The study also asked managers supervising University of Phoenix graduates to assess how graduates' education relates to their experience on the job. Of the managers surveyed, 95% say University of Phoenix graduates' education prepared them with the knowledge and skills needed for success in their jo more

Wearable AI Forecasts Prolonged Sitting in Women With Chronic Pelvic Pain

NEW YORK, Sept. 30 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release: * * * Wearable AI Forecasts Prolonged Sitting in Women With Chronic Pelvic Pain * Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) approach using data from wearable devices that can forecast upcoming periods of prolonged sitting in women with chronic pelvic pain disorders. The findings, published in the September 30 online issue more

Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)

Air Force MQ-9A Reaper - Background & Issues for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13318) by defense policy analyst Daniel M. Gettinger. Here are excerpts: * * * Air Force MQ-9A Reaper: Background and Issues for Congress The MQ-9A Reaper is a multi-role uncrewed aircraft system (UAS, or drone) produced by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Within the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), the Air Force operates the greatest number of Reapers; the Air Nat more

China Primer - Human Rights Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12265) on Sept. 21, 2026, by foreign affairs specialist Michael A. Weber and Asian affairs analyst Caitlin Campbell: * * * China Primer: Human Rights Overview The People's Republic of China (PRC or China) party-state is an increasingly repressive authoritarian regime that has engaged in widespread human rights abuses. The party-state is dominated by Xi Jinping, who became Com more

China Primer - U.S.-China Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10119) on Sept. 22, 2026, by Asian affairs specialist Susan V. Lawrence and Asian trade and finance affairs specialist Karen M. Sutter. Here are excerpts: * * * China Primer: U.S.-China Relations The United States and the People's Republic of China (PRC, or China) lead the world in the size of their economies, defense budgets, and research and technology investments. Both are more

Citizenship & Immigration Statuses of the U.S. Foreign-Born Population Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11806) on Sept. 22, 2026, by immigration policy analyst Holly Straut. Here are excerpts: * * * Citizenship and Immigration Statuses of the U.S. Foreign-Born Population The U.S. foreign-born population consists of individuals living in the United States who were not U.S. citizens at birth. In 2024, according to the American Community Survey (ACS), an estimated 50.2 million for more

Colombia's 2026 Elections - Implications for U.S. Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12689) by Latin American affairs specialist Clare Ribando Seelke: * * * Colombia's 2026 Elections: Implications for U.S. Relations On August 7, 2026, right-wing political outsider and former criminal defense lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella was inaugurated to a four-year presidential term, succeeding Gustavo Petro of the Historic Pact (PH), Colombia's first left-wing president. more

Debt Limit Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10292) on Sept. 21, 2026, by acting section research manager Grant A. Driessen. Here are excerpts: * * * The Debt Limit Overview The debt limit places a statutory constraint on the amount of money that Treasury may borrow to fund federal operations. The debt limit was increased by $5.0 trillion, to $41.1 trillion, in July 2025 by P.L. 119-21. This In Focus provides backgroun more

Defense Contractors, Data Rights & the "Right to Repair" Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13320) by legislative attorney Kevin J. Hickey and defense policy analyst Alexandra G. Neenan: * * * Defense Contractors, Data Rights, and the "Right to Repair" The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) often relies on private contractors to support its mission. (DOD is using a "secondary Department of War designation" under Executive Order 14347.) DOD works with these contractors more

Defense Primer - Statutory Military Readiness Reporting Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12240) on Sept. 22, 2026, by section research manager Michael J. Vassalotti: * * * Defense Primer: Statutory Military Readiness Reporting Military readiness (or readiness) is a key defense concept upon which Congress has relied to make a wide array of national security decisions (e.g., regarding active and reserve component end strength and major defense acquisition programs). more

Estimated Effects on Effective Tax Rates & Revenues of Increasing 199A Deduction for Pass-Through Businesses Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13321) by economics specialist Mark P. Keightley. Here are excerpts: * * * Estimated Effects on Effective Tax Rates and Revenues of Increasing the 199A Deduction for Pass-Through Businesses Under Section 199A of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), owners of pass-through businesses are eligible to claim a deduction of up to 20% of a firm's qualified business income, subject to ce more

Farm Bill Primer - Overview & Status Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12047) by agricultural policy specialist Jim Monke and agricultural conservation and natural resources policy specialist Megan Stubbs. Here are excerpts: * * * Farm Bill Primer: Overview and Status A farm bill is a collection of laws and changes to laws that authorize, reauthorize, or amend various food, agriculture, and rural policies. Congress has passed farm bills about ev more

Federal Preemption of State Pesticide Failure-to-Warn Claims After Monsanto V. Durnell Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11483) on Sept. 21, 2026, by legislative attorney Jason O. Heflin: * * * Federal Preemption of State Pesticide Failure-to-Warn Claims After Monsanto v. Durnell The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) is the primary federal law regulating the sale and use of pesticides, including herbicides. FIFRA prohibits the sale or distribution in the United St more

Federal Role in Elections Policy - Selected Recent Developments Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13316) on Sept. 21, 2026, by American national government specialist R. Sam Garrett. Here are excerpts: * * * Federal Role in Elections Policy: Selected Recent Developments More than 20 federal agencies play roles in federal campaigns and elections policy. Many of those roles are based primarily in statutory authority granted by Congress. Policy actions, such as executive ord more

Federal Wiretaps & the Fourth Amendment Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13317) on Sept. 21, 2026, by supervisory attorney Tamsin G. Harrington: * * * Federal Wiretaps and the Fourth Amendment The Fourth Amendment prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures, generally requiring that law enforcement obtain a warrant from a neutral and detached magistrate upon a showing of probable cause. In 1928, the Supreme Court determined in Olmstead v. United S more

International Agreements & Non-binding Instruments - Case-Zablocki Act Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11403) on Sept. 22, 2026, by legislative attorney Karen Sokol: * * * International Agreements and Non-binding Instruments: The Case-Zablocki Act (Case Act) In the early 1970s, Congress passed legislation to address concerns that Presidents were increasingly bypassing the Article II treaty process by using executive agreements to make international legal commitments for t more

Private Investments & Insurance Companies Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13319) by financial economics specialists Eva Su and Baird Webel. Here are excerpts: * * * Private Investments and Insurance Companies Private investments' involvement in the insurance industry often takes two forms: (1) private equity (PE) ownership of insurers and (2) insurance company holdings of private investment assets. Rapid growth in these activities and their associa more

Protect College Sports Act of 2026 - Potential Implications for Title IX Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11484) by legislative attorneys Jared P. Cole and Whitney K. Novak: * * * The Protect College Sports Act of 2026: Potential Implications for Title IX Calls from stakeholders for federal legislation regulating intercollegiate athletics have increased during a period of significant change in intercollegiate sports. Intercollegiate athletics regulators have faced uncertaint more

SBA's Proposed Expansion of Small Business Program Eligibility Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12740) on Sept. 21, 2026, by public finance specialist Anthony A. Cilluffo and small business and economic development policy analyst R. Corinne Blackford: * * * SBA's Proposed Expansion of Small Business Program Eligibility Overview In a proposed rule announced August 20, 2026, the Small Business Administration (SBA) set new size standards for defining firm size while simulta more

U.S. Space Academy Proposal - Considerations for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12739) on Sept. 21, 2026, by military personnel specialist Kristy N. Kamarck and science and technology policy analyst Rachel Lindbergh: * * * U.S. Space Academy Proposal: Considerations for Congress On August 28, 2026, President Trump signed Executive Order (EO) 14423 establishing a Presidential Commission on the United States Space Academy, to be chaired by the Administrator more

U.S.'s Prosecution of Nicolas Maduro Moros Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11401) on Sept. 21, 2026, by legislative attorney Karen Sokol: * * * The United States' Prosecution of Nicolas Maduro Moros: United States v. Maduro Following the seizure of Nicolas Maduro Moros (Maduro) by U.S. armed forces in Caracas, Venezuela, on January 3, 2026, a superseding indictment charging him and other defendants with narco-terrorism, narcotics, and weapons o more

U.S.-Japan Trade Agreements & Tariff Negotiations Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11120) on Sept. 22, 2026, by international trade and finance specialists Cathleen D. Cimino-Isaacs and Kyla H. Kitamura. Here are excerpts: * * * U.S.-Japan Trade Agreements and Tariff Negotiations The United States and Japan have been close economic partners, though they do not have a comprehensive bilateral free trade agreement (FTA). Since 2020, the countries have entered more

Congress, the Judiciary & Federal Court Procedure Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11557) on Sept. 16, 2026, by legislative attorney Joanna R. Lampe. Here are excerpts: * * * Congress, the Judiciary and Federal Court Procedure Court procedural rules control how parties present their cases in court and how courts decide them. These rules play a key role in litigation - a party's case may succeed or fail based not only on the merits of their substantive claim more

EEOC's Proposed Changes to the Federal-Sector Equal Employment Opportunity Complaint Process Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11482) on Sept. 15, 2026, by legislative attorney Abigail A. Graber: * * * EEOC's Proposed Changes to the Federal-Sector Equal Employment Opportunity Complaint Process Congress has taken an active interest in the operation of equal employment opportunity (EEO) laws in the executive branch, periodically legislating to manage and gather information about how those laws app more

Firearms & Ammunition Excise Tax Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12173) on Sept. 16, 2026, by economic policy senior specialist Jane G. Gravelle. Here are excerpts: * * * Firearms and Ammunition Excise Tax (FAET) The federal government first imposed excise taxes on firearms and ammunition over 100 years ago. Today, Section 4181 of the Internal Revenue Code imposes an excise tax at 10% of the manufacturer's price for pistols and revolvers a more

Health Insurance Exchanges - Sources for Enrollment Data Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12736) on Sept. 16, 2026. The white paper is written by health care financing analyst Vanessa C. Forsberg and senior research librarians Angela Napili and Kate M. Costin. Here are excerpts: * * * Health Insurance Exchanges: Sources for Enrollment Data Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148, as amended), exchanges (sometimes called marketplaces) hav more

U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims - Brief Introduction Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11365) on Sept. 16, 2026, by supervisory attorney Jonathan M. Gaffney: * * * U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims: A Brief Introduction The U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC) provides the exclusive forum for veterans and other claimants, such as veterans' surviving spouses, to appeal U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) decisions denying various veterans more

U.S.-Canada Trade Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12595) on Sept. 16, 2026, by international trade and finance analyst Kyla H. Kitamura. Here are excerpts: * * * U.S.-Canada Trade Relations The United States and Canada have one of the largest bilateral trade relationships in the world, including highly integrated energy and automotive markets. Since 1989, U.S.-Canada trade has been governed by the U.S.-Canada Free Trade Agre more

Artificial Intelligence & Biosecurity Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13269) on Sept. 15, 2026, by science and technology policy analyst Todd Kuiken: * * * Artificial Intelligence and Biosecurity Issues Artificial intelligence (AI) is a term generally used to refer to computerized systems that work and react in ways commonly thought to require human intelligence. AI technologies, methodologies, and applications may benefit biological sciences re more

Farm Credit Administration & Its Board Members Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10767) on Sept. 17, 2026, by agricultural policy specialist Jim Monke. Here are excerpts: * * * Farm Credit Administration and Its Board Members Overview Congress oversees the Farm Credit Administration (FCA), which is the federal financial regulator responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of Farm Credit System (FCS) institutions and the Federal Agricultural Mortga more

Mandatory Detention During Removal Proceedings - Circuit Split Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11438) on Sept. 17, 2026, by legislative attorney Hillel R. Smith: * * * Mandatory Detention During Removal Proceedings: Circuit Split The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may arrest and detain aliens for immigration status violations that render them removable from the United States. While the agency generally has discretion to release aliens from custody during th more

Overview of H.R. 3633, the CLARITY Act Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13313) on Sept. 15, 2026, by financial economics analyst Paul Tierno: * * * An Overview of H.R. 3633, the CLARITY Act (Senator Lummis Draft) On September 14, 2026, Senator Cynthia Lummis published updated draft text for an amendment in the nature of a substitute for H.R. 3633, the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (CLARITY Act) on her office's website. The House passed its vers more

Poverty in 2025 Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12737) on Sept. 17, 2026, by social policy analyst Joseph Dalaker. Here are excerpts: * * * Poverty in 2025 The official poverty rate in the United States, or percentage of people who live in poverty, fell to 10.2% in 2025, down from 10.7% the previous year. In 2025, 34.5 million people lived in poverty, down 1.5 million from the previous year. This decline in the national of more

Section 232 Tariffs on Steel & Aluminum Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12519) on Sept. 17, 2026, by international trade and finance analyst Kyla H. Kitamura. Here are excerpts: * * * Section 232 Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Since 2025, President Trump has modified existing steel and aluminum tariffs, imposed since 2018 under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 (19 U.S.C. Sec.1862). Section 232 authorizes the President to impose trade more

Trump Administration Actions - Geographic Naming Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12881) on Sept. 15, 2026, by natural resources policy specialists Mark K. DeSantis and Anna E. Normand. Here are excerpts: * * * Trump Administration Actions: Geographic Naming The naming or renaming of geographic features (e.g., mountains, lakes, streams) for federal usage is the responsibility of the U.S. Board on Geographic Names (BGN). However, in certain instances, the P more

U.S.-South Korea Bilateral Trade Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10733) on Sept. 17, 2026, by Asian affairs specialist Mark E. Manyin and international trade and finance analyst Liana Wong. Here are excerpts: * * * U.S.-South Korea Bilateral Trade Relations South Korea (or the Republic of Korea, ROK), a U.S. ally since 1953, is one of the United States' most important economic partners in Asia. It is the eighth-largest U.S. goods trading p more

Updates on Litigation Over IRS-ICE Information-Sharing Agreement Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11413) on Sept. 17, 2026, by legislative attorney Justin C. Chung: * * * Updates on Litigation over the IRS-ICE Information-Sharing Agreement In 2025, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (information-sharing agreement) to establish proc more

Expedited Removal of Aliens - Introduction Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11357) by legislative attorney Hillel R. Smith: * * * Expedited Removal of Aliens: An Introduction Aliens who do not meet certain requirements to enter or be present in the United States may be subject to removal. Federal immigration laws establish different removal processes for different categories of aliens. Most aliens apprehended within the interior of the United States a more

IRS Direct File Program Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13314) on Sept. 17, 2026, by public finance analyst Victoria M. Martinez: * * * The IRS Direct File Program The IRS Direct File (DF) program provided certain taxpayers with the option of electronically filing (e-filing) their federal tax return through a free, secure portal on the IRS website during the 2024 and 2025 filing seasons. The Department of the Treasury (Treasury) su more

Russia-North Korea Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12760). The white paper is written by Russian and European affairs analyst Andrew S. Bowen, Asian affairs specialist Mark E. Manyin and nonproliferation specialist Mary Beth D. Nikitin: * * * Russia-North Korea Relations Overview Since 2022, the Russian Federation (Russia) and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK, or North Korea) have expanded and deepened their r more

Selected Federal Legislation on Search & Seizure Authority Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13315) on Sept. 17, 2026. The white paper is written by supervisory attorney Tamsin G. Harrington and legislative attorneys Cassandra J. Barnum and Andreas Kuersten: * * * Selected Federal Legislation on Search and Seizure Authority The Fourth Amendment protects the "right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches more

South Korea - Background & U.S. Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10165). The white paper is written by Asian affairs specialist Mark E. Manyin, foreign affairs analyst Daniel J. Longo and international trade and finance analyst Liana Wong. Here are excerpts: * * * South Korea: Background and U.S. Relations Overview South Korea (officially the Republic of Korea, or ROK) is one of the United States' most important strategic and economic pa more

U.N. Issues: Congressional Representatives to the UN General Assembly Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Sept. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10464) by international relations specialist Luisa Blanchfield and foreign policy legislation specialist Matthew C. Weed. Here are excerpts: * * * United Nations Issues: Congressional Representatives to the UN General Assembly The annual session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly is held at UN Headquarters in New York City. The President generally (but not always) ap more

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Animal Counsel Extern Koop Urges to Use Objective Damage Standards and Non-Lethal Methods to Protect Grizzly Bears

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 29 September 2026 Dalin Tidwell Montana Wildlife Services State Director USDA-APHIS-Wildlife Services PO Box 1938 Billings, MT 59103 Re: Grizzly Bear Damage and Conflict Management in Montana Draft Environmental Impact Statement Docket (APHIS-2025-0004) Thank you for the opportunity to provide input on the Grizzly B more

Federal Reserve, Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Issue Feedback on American Express Company 2025 Resolution Plan

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 29, 2026 Ms. Kerri Bernstein Executive Vice President, Corporate Treasurer American Express Company 200 Vesey Street New York, NY 10285 Dear Ms. Bernstein, On or before October 1, 2025, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) (together, the Ag more

Montana Wool Growers Association Urges Support for Alternative 1 in Grizzly Bear Management Plan

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 29, 2026 Mr. Dalin Tidwell Montana Wildlife Services State Director USDA APHIS Wildlife Services P.O. Box 1938 Billings, MT 59103 Submitted electronically to regulations.gov Re: Proposed DEIS - Grizzly Bear Damage and Conflict Management in Montana Dear Mr. Tidwell: The Montana Wool Growers Associ more

26 Civil Rights Groups Urges FTC to Ban Surveillance Pricing Under Section 5 Authority

340B Health Urges Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to Strengthen Medicare Transaction Facilitator Dispute Resolution Process

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 22, 2026 William Parham Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Office of Strategic Operations and Regulatory Affairs Division of Regulations Development OMB Control Number: 0938-1483 Room C4-26-05 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 Re: Comments on Medicare Transaction Facilitator for more

American Retirement Association Urges Clarifications and Standardization in Proposed IRS Rules for Trump Accounts

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 25, 2026 Internal Revenue Service Attn: CC:PA:01:PR (REG-101355-26) Room 5503 P.O. Box 7604 Ben Franklin Station Washington, D.C. 20044 RE: REG-101355-26, Employer Contributions to Trump Accounts and Nondiscrimination Rules for Dependent Care Assistance Programs The American Retirement Association ( more

Beyond Pesticides Urges to Phase Out Chlorine and Copper Sulfate in Organic Farming Due to Environmental and Health Concerns

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- 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 Ms. Michelle Arsenault National Organic Standards Board USDA-AMS-NOP 1400 Independence Ave. SW., Room 2648-S, Mail Stop 0268 Washington, DC 20250-0268 Docket ID # AMS-NOP-26-0892 Re. CS: Sunsets These comments to the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) on its Fall 2026 agenda are subm more

Chamber of Progress Urges FTC to Narrow Proposed Personalized Pricing Policy to Markups

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 25, 2026 Federal Trade Commission Office of the Secretary 600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Suite CC-5610 (Annex B) Washington, DC 20580 Re: Proposed Enforcement Policy Statement Regarding Personalized Pricing Dear Commissioners: On behalf of Chamber of Progress, a tech industry association that supports policie more

Community Services Consortium Head Start Urges Caution in Proposed Federal Burden Reduction

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Albany Regional Office 250 Broadalbin St. SW, Suite 2A Albany, OR 97321 541.928.6335 Corvallis Regional Office 1121 NW 9th Street Corvallis, OR 97330 541.752.1010 Newport Regional Office 120 NW Avery Street Newport, OR 97365 541.265.8505 Helping People. Changing Lives. Subject: Comment on NPRM: Reducing Federal Burden for more

Consumer Reports Urges FTC to Ban Personalized Pricing Under Section 5 Authority

ERISA Industry Committee Seeks Clarification on Proposed Regulations for Trump Accounts and Dependent Care Assistance Programs

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. ANDREW BANDUCCI Senior Vice President, Retirement and Compensation Policy 1032 15th Street NW, Suite 390, Washington, DC 20005 | Main 202.789.1400 | ERIC.ORG Internal Revenue Service Attn: CC:PA:01:PR (REG-101355-26) Room 5503 P.O. Box 7604 Ben Franklin Station Washington, D.C. 20044 Re: RIN 1545-BS19; Employer Contribu more

Expedia Group Urges FTC to Clarify Personalized Pricing Disclosures and Recognize Consumer Benefits

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Expedia Group | 1111 Expedia Group Way West | Seattle WA 98119 | United States September 25, 2026 Federal Trade Commission Office of the Secretary 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20580 Re: Proposed Enforcement Policy Statement Regarding Personalized Pricing [FTC-2026-1057] Chairman Ferguson and Commi more

Finseca Praises IRS Proposal to Expand Employer Contributions to Trump Accounts

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 25, 2026 Mr. Frank Bisignano Chief Executive Officer Internal Revenue Service Attn: CC:PA:01:PR (REG-101355-26) Room 5503, P.O. Box 7604 Ben Franklin Station Washington, DC 20044 Re: Comments Regarding Proposed Regulation "Employer Contributions to Trump Accounts and Nondiscrimination Rules for Depe more

FMI - The Food Industry Association Urges FTC to Clarify Proposed Enforcement Policy on Personalized Pricing

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 25, 2026 The Honorable Andrew N. Ferguson Chairman Federal Trade Commission 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20580 RE: Request for Comment on Proposed Enforcement Policy Statement Regarding Personalized Pricing, Docket ID: FTC-2026-1057 Dear Chairman Ferguson: FMI - The Food Industry Association more

Greater East St. Louis Early Learning Partnership Urges Reversal of Head Start Funding Cuts to Support Vulnerable Children and Families in East St. Louis

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. PUBLIC STATEMENT In Defense of Head Start and Early Head Start in Greater East St. Louis Issued by East Side Aligned on behalf of the Greater East St. Louis Early Learning Partnership and the early childhood providers, partners, and champions of our community We call on the Office of Head Start to reverse its decision to more

Growmark Urges EPA to Recognize Importance of Conventional Pesticides in Crop Desiccation

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- 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 2500 BLOOMINGTON, IL 61702-2500 (309) 557-6000 http://www.growmark.com Elizabeth Vizard Immediate Office Office of Pesticide Programs Environmental Protection Agency 1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, DC 20460 RE: Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OPP-2026-3862; Innovation Challenge Seeking Alternatives to Conventional Pesti more

Idaho Trout Unlimited Urges USDA to Retain 2001 Roadless Rule to Protect Watersheds Wildlife and Recreation

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 910 West Main, Suite 342 Boise ID 83702 Idaho Council September 28, 2026 Re: Proposed rescission of the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule (RIN 0596-AD66) Secretary Rollins and Chief Schultz: On behalf of the Idaho Council of Trout Unlimited, representing nine chapters and over 3,500 members and supporters across Idah more

Mexican American Legal Defense & Educational Fund Urges EOIR to Rescind Proposed Rule Imposing Criminal-Style Fines for Contempt in Immigration Court

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Washington, D.C. Regional Office 1016 16th Street, NW Suite 100 Washington, DC 20036 Tel: 202.293.2828 Fax: 202.293.2849 National Headquarters Los Angeles Regional Office 634 S. Spring Street Los Angeles, CA 90014 Tel: 213.629.2512 Fax: 213.629.0266 Chicago Regional Office 11 East Adams Suite 700 Chicago, IL 60603 Tel: 312 more

National Association of Manufacturers Urges Clarification to Border Rail Operations Rules to Enhance Freight Efficiency

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Christopher Phalen Vice President, Domestic Policy September 29, 2026 Christian Holt Staff Director, Operating Practices Division Federal Railroad Administration U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE W-32 Washington, DC 20590 Re: Comments of the National Association of Manufacturers; Qualifi more

Nebraska Farm Bureau Urges USDA to Ensure Certainty and Fairness in Wetland Determination Process

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- 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 80299, Lincoln, NE 68501 | (402) 421-4400 September 28, 2026 Public Comments Processing Attention: National Leader for Wetland and Highly Erodible Land Conservation USDA, Natural Resources Conservation Service 1400 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20250 RE: Docket ID NRCS-2026-0067 Dear Deputy S more

Pharmaceutical Research & Manufacturers Criticizes CMS Proposal for Medicare Price Adjustment Transparency and Dispute Processes

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 670 Maine Avenue, SW Suite 1000, Washington, DC 20024 PHRMA.ORG William N. Parham, III Director Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Office of Strategic Operations and Regulatory Affairs Division of Regulations Development Attention: OMB Control Number 0938-1483, CMS-10912 Re: Information Collection Reques more

Society of Thoracic Surgeons Urges CMS to Incorporate Early Stakeholder Input in Rapid Device Coverage Pathway

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Washington Office 20 F St NW, Suite 310 C Washington, DC 20001-6702 advocacy@sts.org STS Headquarters 633 N Saint Clair St, Suite 2100 Chicago, IL 60611-3658 (312) 202-5800 sts@sts.org September 28, 2026 Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Department of Health and Human Services 7500 more

Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Urges Modernization of U.S. Carcass Beef Grading Standards to Better Reflect Value and Quality

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. PO Box 101988 Fort Worth, TX 76185-1988 800.242.7820 tscra.org September 8, 2026 Chad Nelson United States Department of Agriculture Service Center Agricultural Marketing Service, Livestock and Poultry Program 451 East Deere Street West Point, NE 68788. Docket No. AMS-LP-25-0485 Submitted via Regulations.gov more

Travel Tech Association Urges FTC to Clarify Distinction Between Dynamic and Personalized Pricing in Travel Markets

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. BEFORE THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC Comments of the Travel Tech Association on the Federal Trade Commission's Proposed Enforcement Policy Statement Regarding Personalized Pricing The Travel Tech Association ("Travel Tech") is the national trade association for the travel technology industry. Travel Tech's m more

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American Center for Law & Justice Issues Commentary: New York Times Doubles Down on Pilot "Altercation"

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following commentary: * * * The New York Times Doubles Down on Pilot "Altercation" By Logan Sekulow October 2 As we all know, The New York Times claims to lead the way in journalistic integrity. However, in an outrageous move, it doubled down on its initial politically correct description of yesterday's violence on the Israeli plane, calling it an "altercation between the pilot and co-pilot" - refusing to call it a terr more

At Hearing, Ranking Member Warren Reveals FHFA Director Pulte's Attempt to Defund, Dismantle Agency Watchdog

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: * * * October 01, 2026 At Hearing, Ranking Member Warren Reveals FHFA Director Pulte's Attempt to Defund, Dismantle Agency Watchdog Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, delivered opening remarks ahead of a Committee more

DNC: Trump's Economy is Crushing the Manufacturing Sector as Americans Struggle to Find Good-Paying Jobs

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * October 1, 2026 Trump's Economy is Crushing the Manufacturing Sector as Americans Struggle to Find Good-Paying Jobs The manufacturing sector has lost 35,000 jobs since Trump took office - Under Donald Trump and JD Vance, the job market and manufacturing sector have gone down the drain. New data today revealed the manufacturing sector continues to struggle under the weight of high prices, as "in more

DNC: With 33 Days Until the Midterms, Vance Stumps for Failed Republican Agenda in Florida

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * October 1, 2026 With 33 Days Until the Midterms, Vance Stumps for Failed Republican Agenda in Florida Today, JD Vance will travel to Florida to promote the failed Republican agenda that has made life unaffordable for working families. Donald Trump and Vance's reckless tariffs and deadly and costly war with Iran have spiked prices on everyday essentials from gas to groceries, crushing everyday Ame more

DNC: With Less Than Five Weeks Until the Midterms, Trump Travels to Oklahoma as His Approval Ratings Tank and Prices Spike

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * October 1, 2026 With Less Than Five Weeks Until the Midterms, Trump Travels to Oklahoma as His Approval Ratings Tank and Prices Spike Today, Donald Trump will travel to Oklahoma to promote Republicans' failed agenda that has made life unaffordable for working families. Trump's reckless tariffs and deadly and costly war with Iran have hiked prices on everything, from gas to groceries. Now -- as hi more

ICYMI: Ranking Member Shaheen Successfully Calls for the Confirmation of 10 Career Ambassadorial Nominees

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release: * * * October 01, 2026 ICYMI: Ranking Member Shaheen Successfully Calls for the Confirmation of 10 Career Ambassadorial Nominees WASHINGTON - On Wednesday night, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, successfully called for ten career nominees for key ambassadorial posts to be discharge more

Mich. Democratic Party: Reminder - John James Voted for Iran War That's Raised Gas Prices

LANSING, Michigan, Oct. 2 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * October 1, 2026 REMINDER: John James Voted for Iran War That's Raised Gas Prices LANSING -- As Trump-backed candidate John James complains about high gas prices caused by the Iran War that he voted for six different times, James has done absolutely nothing in Congress to bring down gas prices--either by voting to end the war or suspending the federal gas tax. "John James and Donald Trump are more

Minn. Gov. Walz Takes Executive Action to Cut Fuel Costs for Minnesota Farmers, Loggers, Truckers

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Tim Walz, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Walz Takes Executive Action to Cut Fuel Costs for Minnesota Farmers, Loggers, and Truckers Delivers immediate harvest-season relief as Trump's reckless war with Iran drives fuel prices soaring October 2, 2026 [ST. PAUL, MN] - Governor Tim Walz today issued an executive order providing immediate relief to Minnesota's agricultural, timber, and fuel-transport industries as President Don more

On CNN, Gallego Condemns Trump and Hegseth's War in Iran, Attacks on the Free Press

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Arizona, issued the following news release: * * * October 1, 2026 On CNN, Gallego Condemns Trump and Hegseth's War in Iran, Attacks on the Free Press WASHINGTON - Last night, Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) joined CNN's Erin Burnett on "OutFront" where he called out Secretary Pete Hegseth's attempts to distract from the failures of the Trump administration's war in Iran -- including through his announced establishment of the so-called Office of Religi more

Rand Issues Commentary Entitled '9/11's Forgotten Lesson'

SANTA MONICA, California, Oct. 2 -- Rand issued the following commentary on Sept. 30, 2026, to 1945: * * * 9/11's Forgotten Lesson By Raphael S. Cohen On a sunny, crisp early-fall New England morning, I strolled across the leafy central quad in the middle of campus. I had to register for classes in person, and to avoid the crowds, I got there right as the doors opened. After completing that task, I met a friend and fellow cadet setting up the Reserve Officer Training Corps recruiting booth f more

Rep. Thompson, Co-signers Issue Letter to Homeland Security Secretary Mullin

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Bennie G. Thompson, D-Mississippi, ranking member of the House Homeland Security Committee, issued the following letter with co-signers to Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin: * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 30, 2026 The Honorable Markwayne Mullin Secretary U.S. Department of Homeland Security Washington, DC 20528 Dear Secretary Mullin: We write to express our outrage at the misuse of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) f more

Sanders, 19 Senators Push to Nearly Double Emergency Home Heating Assistance After Trump's War With Iran Spikes Costs for Americans

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSida) -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, issued the following news release: * * * Sanders, 19 Senators Push to Nearly Double Emergency Home Heating Assistance After Trump's War with Iran Spikes Costs for Americans WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- As one in five American families are forced to make unacceptable choices between whether to pay their utility bills, heat their homes, purchase their prescription drugs or put food on the table, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and 19 Democrati more

State Dept.: Operation Economic Outcast Targets Illicit Funding in Iran's Rail and Automotive Sectors

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release: * * * Operation Economic Outcast Targets Illicit Funding in Iran's Rail and Automotive Sectors Press Statement Thomas "Tommy" Pigott, Spokesman Office of the Spokesman October 1, 2026 The United States continues to increase economic pressure on Iran under Operation Economic Outcast. Today's sanctions target networks in the Middle East, East Asia, and Europe that operate in Iran's rail, automotive, and metal more

Treasury Dept.: Operation Economic Outcast Takes Unprecedented Action Against Sanctions Evasion Network Used by Iran

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release: * * * Operation Economic Outcast Takes Unprecedented Action Against Sanctions Evasion Network Used by Iran October 1, 2026 WASHINGTON--Today, as part of Operation Economic Outcast, the U.S. Department of the Treasury took unprecedented action against the A7 Network, a shadow banking network with ties to Russia used by the Iranian regime to evade sanctions. * Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement more

Treasury Dept.: Operation Economic Outcast Targets Iran's Remaining Industrial Lifelines

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release: * * * Operation Economic Outcast Targets Iran's Remaining Industrial Lifelines October 1, 2026 Actions Target Iran's Automotive, Rail, Manufacturing, and Steel Networks - WASHINGTON--Today, as part of Operation Economic Outcast, the U.S. Department of the Treasury is targeting some of the last significant elements of Iran's failing industrial infrastructure, including its rail and automotive conglo more

RATINGS CHANGE: Inside Elections Shifts CA-22 to Toss-Up as Randy Villegas Builds Momentum

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * RATINGS CHANGE: Inside Elections Shifts CA-22 to Toss-Up as Randy Villegas Builds Momentum * Today, Inside Elections shifted California's 22nd Congressional District in Democrats' direction -the latest sign that Central Valley families are tired of being left behind by David Valadao and Randy Villegas has all the momentum to beat him in November. Inside Elections writes in part, " more

WATCH: New Jersey Voters Laugh at Tom Kean Jr.'s Support for the Cost-Spiking War in Iran

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * WATCH: New Jersey Voters Laugh at Tom Kean Jr.'s Support for the Cost-Spiking War in Iran * Kean Jr.'s debate gaffe makes national cable news Tom Kean Jr. gave a big thumbs up to rising gas prices and record high diesel costs on the debate stage this past weekend. Now, national cable news is spotlighting the embarrassing moment where voters laughed at Kean Jr. after he doubled more

46 States Condemn Iran's Escalating Use of the Death Penalty at UN Human Rights Council

NEW YORK, Oct. 1 [Category: International] -- The Center for Human Rights in Iran posted the following news release: * * * 46 States Condemn Iran's Escalating Use of the Death Penalty at UN Human Rights Council * October 1, 2026 -In a significant joint intervention at the UN Human Rights Council, 46 States condemned Iranian authorities' continued and escalating use of the death penalty, expressing particular concern over the execution of protesters following the state's brutal crackdown on p more

CLF Challenges Gas Pipeline Push

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Oct. 1 -- Conservation Law Foundation issued the following news release: * * * CLF Challenges Gas Pipeline Push * Clean, affordable power like wind and solar has proven to contain utility prices. Photo: Shutterstock October 1, 2026 (Boston, MA) - Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey on Thursday sent a letter to U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Chris Wright urging the federal government to expedite review of gas pipeline expansion in the state. Conservation Law Foundatio more

Daines Talks U.S.-China Relations at Nixon Foundation's Grand Strategy Summit

DCCC Statement on Juan Ciscomani Rallying With Mike Johnson Instead of Debating JoAnna Mendoza

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * DCCC Statement on Juan Ciscomani Rallying With Mike Johnson Instead of Debating JoAnna Mendoza * Ciscomani votes with his D.C. party bosses 100% of the time Juan Ciscomani needs to get his priorities straight. Rather than face Marine veteran JoAnna Mendoza and answer for his disastrous record during a debate today hosted by Arizona PBS, Ciscomani is spending the day parading Repu more

DCCC Statement on Lindsay James' Debate Victory Against Lobbyist Joe Mitchell

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * DCCC Statement on Lindsay James' Debate Victory Against Lobbyist Joe Mitchell * DCCC spokesperson Katie Smith released the following statement about Lindsay James' decisive win in tonight's debate against lobbyist Joe Mitchell: "Iowans saw a clear contrast tonight: political insider and lobbyist Joe Mitchell who rigged the system for himself and the special interests, versus mom an more

Duckworth Rips Trump's Arch Project, Advocates for Veterans Over Vanity Alongside Activists

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth Rips Trump's Arch Project, Advocates for Veterans Over Vanity Alongside Activists * October 01, 2026 #At the Public Citizen-led protest, the Senator underscored how money to build Trump's latest pet project would be better spent investing in our military families and VA care for Veterans [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Today at a protest rally held by Public Citizen, combat Veteran and U.S. Sena more

Duckworth, Durbin, Budzinski Call for Pause on 183rd Wing Deactivation, Push for Replacement Mission

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth, Durbin, Budzinski Call for Pause on 183rd Wing Deactivation, Push for Replacement Mission * October 01, 2026 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - As the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) and the House Armed Services Committee (HASC) prepare to negotiate the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), along with U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick more

Gillibrand Slams Trump's Costly $1.8 Billion Vanity Projects, Misplaced Priorities

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 (TNSrep) -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand Slams Trump's Costly $1.8 Billion Vanity Projects, Misplaced Priorities JEC Report: Cost Of Vanity Projects Could Cover 600 Million School Lunches, Medical Bills For 88,000+ Veterans For One Year, Or 12 Million Households' Electric Bills For One Month GILLIBRAND: "President Trump Is More Focused On Self-Serving Vanity Projects Than Lowering Costs," - Today, U.S. Senator K more

Governor Mills Announces Automatic Electric Bill Discounts for Thousands of Maine Families

AUGUSTA, Maine, Oct. 1 -- Gov. Janet Mills, D-Maine, issued the following news: * * * Governor Mills Announces Automatic Electric Bill Discounts for Thousands of Maine Families * Through SupportLink, low-income Mainers will be automatically enrolled for $40 million in electricity discounts, other services Augusta, MAINE - Governor Janet Mills announced today that eligible low-income customers of Central Maine Power (CMP) and Versant will soon begin receiving automatic discounts on their ele more

Jamestown Foundation Issues Commentary: Central Asia's Border Regime Creates New Distance and Connection

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The Jamestown Foundation issued the following commentary on Sept. 30, 2026, in the foundation's Eurasia Daily Monitor: * * * Central Asia's Border Regime Creates New Distance and Connection Alexander Diener | Nargiza Muratalieva Executive Summary: * Central Asian states continue to improve border management through ongoing cooperation. "Invisible borders" are nevertheless manifesting in official policies, communiques, and speeches that could quietly sabotage regional t more

Operation Economic Outcast Takes Unprecedented Action Against Sanctions Evasion Network Used by Iran

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Crimes Enforcement Network issued the following news release: * * * Operation Economic Outcast Takes Unprecedented Action Against Sanctions Evasion Network Used by Iran * Today, as part of Operation Economic Outcast, the U.S. Department of the Treasury took unprecedented action against the A7 Network, a shadow banking network with ties to Russia used by the Iranian regime to evade sanctions. Treasury's Financial Crimes Enfor more

Profile in persecution: Mohamed Isa Abdulla Hasan

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Democracy and Human Rights in Bahrain posted the following news: * * * Profile in persecution: Mohamed Isa Abdulla Hasan * Mohamed Isa Abdulla Hasan was a 16-year-old minor and school student when Bahraini authorities arrested him without a warrant on 1 March 2026 while he was outside a grocery store in Nuwaidrat. During his detention, he has endured enforced disappearance, torture, coerced confession, denial of access to legal cou more

Ranking Member McCollum Statement on U.S. Withdrawal from Iraq

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Rep. Betty McCollum, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member McCollum Statement on U.S. Withdrawal from Iraq * SAINT PAUL, Minn. -Congresswoman McCollum, ranking member of the House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee released the following statement after U.S. forces formerly withdrew from Iraq after two decades: "Today marks the end of America's military mission in Iraq with the conclusion of Operation Inherent Resolve and withdrawal of t more

U.S. allocates refugee resettlement slots to a single nationality

NEW YORK, Oct. 1 [Category: International] -- The International Rescue Committee posted the following news release: * * * U.S. allocates refugee resettlement slots to a single nationality * New York, NY, October 1, 2026 -The United States announced(opens in a new window) today that it will primarily resettle people from one country -Afrikaners from South Africa -under a new refugee ceiling of 17,500 for fiscal year 2027. The administration did not allocate resettlement slots to refugees who more

Whip Clark on CNN: Democrats Are Putting the American People Front and Center

As U.S. Forces Withdraw from Iraq, Duckworth Calls on Trump to End His Illegal War in Iran

WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * As U.S. Forces Withdraw from Iraq, Duckworth Calls on Trump to End His Illegal War in Iran * September 30, 2026 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Today, combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)-a member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) and U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee (SFRC) who served in the Iraq War-issued the following statement after the Trump Administration a more

Instead of Focusing on Affordability, Trump Threatens to Sue Fed Chair Jay Powell

WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: * * * Instead of Focusing on Affordability, Trump Threatens to Sue Fed Chair Jay Powell * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, after President Donald Trump threatened to sue former Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell and claimed he should be forced off the central bank's board even after an independent watchdog investigation into a $2.5 billion Fed headquarters renovation project found no evidence of criminal wrongdoi more

On Senate Floor, Shaheen Slams Trump Administration for Illegally Cancelling Funding for Programs Benefiting Granite Staters

WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: * * * On Senate Floor, Shaheen Slams Trump Administration for Illegally Cancelling Funding for Programs Benefiting Granite Staters * (Washington, DC) -U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Subcommittee, today took to the Senate floor to more

Padilla Leads Final Pre-Midterm Effort to Defeat Anti-Voter SAVE Act, Condemns Trump Corruption

WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Padilla Leads Final Pre-Midterm Effort to Defeat Anti-Voter SAVE Act, Condemns Trump Corruption * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Rules and Administration Committee, took to the Senate floor in opposition to Republicans' so-called Stop Insider Trading Act, which would allow members of Congress who already own stocks to keep trading and more

Ranking Members Morelle, DeLauro, Garcia Demand Trump Immediately Stop Using Taxpayer Dollars for Political Advertising

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSida) -- Rep. Joseph Morelle, D-New York, ranking member of the House Administration Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Members Joe Morelle, Rosa DeLauro, and Robert Garcia Demand Trump Immediately Stop Using Taxpayer Dollars for Political Advertising September 25, 2026 Washington, D.C. - Today, Reps. Joe Morelle (NY-25), the top Democrat on the Committee on House Administration, Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), Ranking Member of the Committee on Approp more

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