Americans for Tax Reform: EU Hits Google With a $1 Billion Fine
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary on July 23, 2026, by Jack Sepulvado:
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EU Hits Google with a $1 Billion Fine
In the latest episode of its digital tax craze, the EU forces Google to pay Euros890 million ($1 billion) under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). By targeting one of the world's largest tech companies, Europe sends a message innovation is not welcome.
On July 23, the EU announced that Google had violated the DMA by giving preferential more
BSA Urges the European Commission to Preserve Risk-Based Approach in AI Act Guidelines
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The Business Software Alliance issued the following news release:
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BSA Urges the European Commission to Preserve Risk-Based Approach in AI Act Guidelines
BRUSSELS -- The Business Software Alliance (BSA) calls on the European Commission to ensure its final Guidelines on the AI Act's high-risk classification rules preserve the Act's risk-based approach, warning that several provisions in the draft guidance could expand the scope of high-risk AI systems beyond what th more
California Institute of Technology: Low-Level Cloud Loss Amplifies Global Warming
PASADENA, California, July 25 (TNSjou) -- The California Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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Low-Level Cloud Loss Amplifies Global Warming
Low-level clouds over the earth's oceans play a prominent role in keeping our planet cool by reflecting sunlight away from the surface. But their response to climate change has been hard to model. Now, researchers at Caltech and Google have uncovered important new insights about how clouds might respond to warming sea-surface temperatu more
Case Western Reserve University Partnering With Argonne National Laboratory on Genesis Mission Grant to Harness Power of AI to Unlock Recycling of Nuclear Fuel
CLEVELAND, Ohio, July 25 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news:
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Case Western Reserve University partnering with Argonne National Laboratory on Genesis Mission grant to harness power of AI to unlock recycling of nuclear fuel
"The selection of this project for Genesis funding is yet another reflection of Case School of Engineering faculty's research excellence in electrochemical engineering."
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Case Western Reserve University has been selected by the U.S. Departme more
Catholic University of America: Physics Professor Wins Over $1 Million in Funding for AI-Integrated Scientific Research
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The Catholic University of America issued the following news:
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Physics Professor Wins Over $1 Million in Funding for AI-Integrated Scientific Research
Throughout the month of July, Tanja Horn, professor in The Catholic University of America's nuclear physics group, College of Engineering, Physics, and Computing, has landed more than $1 million in funding for two research projects that integrate artificial intelligence (AI) technology into scientific data collection more
Clarkson University Physicist Earns NSF CAREER Award to Study Light-Driven Processes in Two-Dimensional Materials
POTSDAM, New York, July 25 -- Clarkson University issued the following news:
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Clarkson Physicist Earns NSF CAREER Award to Study Light-Driven Processes in Two-Dimensional Materials
Clarkson University Associate Professor of Physics Dhara Trivedi has received a National Science Foundation award to advance fundamental research on how light interacts with atomically thin materials, work that could accelerate the discovery of next-generation semiconductors for energy, electronics and photoni more
Earthjustice Clients in Louisiana Respond to White House Ratepayer Protection Pledge
SAN FRANCISCO, California, July 25 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release:
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Earthjustice Clients in Louisiana Respond to White House Ratepayer Protection Pledge
Richland Parish communities fighting Meta's massive data center speak out about the fight for transparency
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Washington, D.C. -- President Trump announced that 200 additional entities involved in developing and powering AI data centers have signed on to his voluntary ratepayer protection pledge first announced in Mar more
BALTIMORE, Maryland, July 25 -- Johns Hopkins University issued the following news:
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Economist Bhaven Sampat joins Johns Hopkins faculty
Sampat, who is interested in how science policy may solve public problems and improve social outcomes, is now the university's Bloomberg Distinguished Professor of Science and Innovation Policy
Annika Weder
Bhaven N. Sampat, an economist by training, is working to understand how to design policies and institutions to promote scientific progress and sh more
NEW YORK, July 25 -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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Pennsylvania takes important step toward statewide methane standards
* Economic opportunity: Pennsylvania is the nation's second largest natural gas producer. Strong methane standards will prevent wasted gas, improve industry efficiency and help maintain the long-term competitiveness of the Commonwealth's energy sector.
* Health and climate benefits: Decreasing methane leaks will cu more
Fastly Joins Experian Agent Trust Ecosystem to Advance Trusted AI Commerce
COSTA MESA, California, July 25 -- Experian, an information services company, posted the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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Fastly Joins Experian Agent Trust(TM) Ecosystem to Advance Trusted AI Commerce
New collaboration helps enterprises verify AI agents, authorize transactions in real time, and transform autonomous traffic into a trusted business opportunity
Key Highlights
* Fastly joins the Experian Agent Trust(TM) ecosystem, extending trust decisions to the network edge and more
House Homeland, China Select Members Participate in War Game Exercise on AI-Enabled Cyber Threats to U.S. Critical Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Rep. Andrew Garbarino, R-New York, chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, issued the following news:
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House Homeland, China Select Members Participate in War Game Exercise on AI-Enabled Cyber Threats to U.S. Critical Infrastructure
This week, Members of the House Committee on Homeland Security and the House Select Committee on China participated in a bipartisan, closed-door, Member-level war game to examine AI-enabled cyber threats, critical infrastruc more
HPE Names David Goulden to Board of Directors
SPRING, Texas, July 25 -- Hewlett Packard Enterprise, an information technology company, issued the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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HPE names David Goulden to Board of Directors
Goulden brings decades of management and financial leadership experience at global technology companies
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HPE (NYSE: HPE) today announced the appointment of David Goulden to its Board of Directors, effective today. Goulden joins the Board's Finance & Investment Committee and HR & Compensation Committe more
Husted Joins Bill to Encourage Creation of Small Businesses
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Husted joins bill to encourage creation of small businesses
Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) joined Sens. James Lankford (R-Okla.) and Chris Coons' (D-Del.) in introducing the bipartisan New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency (NO BOSS) Act to support individuals as they pursue small business ownership.
The bill would strengthen the underutilized Self-Employment Assistance more
ICYMI: Club for Growth President McIntosh - "Lawmakers Must Keep Blockchain Innovation in America"
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Club for Growth, an advocacy organization, issued the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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ICYMI: Club for Growth President McIntosh: "Lawmakers Must Keep Blockchain Innovation in America"
In case you missed it, Club for Growth President David McIntosh published an op-ed in Newsweek urging Senators to pass the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act. McIntosh, a former Member of Congress and former Executive Director of the President's Council on Competitiveness, arg more
Lebanon Valley College to Offer Discounted Graduate Programs for the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General
ANNVILLE, Pennsylvania, July 25 -- Lebanon Valley College issued the following news:
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LVC to Offer Discounted Graduate Programs for the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General
Key Points:
* Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General employees, spouses, and dependents who are accepted into qualifying LVC graduate programs will receive a 15% tuition discount.
* The discount applies to newly enrolled students in 22 career-focused graduate degrees and certificates.
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Lebanon Valley College more
Pulitzer Center: Impact by Design - Journalism Based on Audiences' Needs
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Pulitzer Center, an organization that says it combines journalism and engagement, posted the following news:
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Impact by Design: Journalism Based on Audiences' Needs
Author: Flora Pereira, Pulitzer Center Staff
Around the world, journalists are grappling with declining trust, growing news avoidance, and audiences increasingly turning to content creators. At the same time, the rise of AI-mediated information ecosystems is accelerating questions about how journalism more
Ranking Member Scott Statement on ED and HHS Eliminating Disparate Impact Provisions
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following statement on July 23, 2026:
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Ranking Member Scott Statement on ED and HHS Eliminating Disparate Impact Provisions
Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, released the following statement after the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services finalized a rule to eliminate disparate impact more
Rep. Tlaib Introduces a Bill to Ban AI Data Centers on Federal Lands
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Rep. Tlaib introduces a bill to ban AI data centers on federal lands
Today, U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) introduced the No AI Data Centers on Federal Lands Act, a new bill that permanently bans large AI data centers and associated infrastructure on land owned or managed by the U.S., including military bases. The bill also requires the removal of existing qualifying AI data cente more
Rep. Van Epps Speaks at SST Budget Hearing on Revitalizing American Scientific Research
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Rep. Matt Van Epps, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Rep. Van Epps Speaks at SST Budget Hearing on Revitalizing American Scientific Research
Rep. Van Epps (TN-07) participated in a Science, Space, and Technology (SST) Committee hearing titled, "Unleashing the Golden Age of Science: Examining the Priorities of the FY2027 Research and Technology Enterprise."
Read Rep. Van Epps' opening remarks here:
"Thank you, Director Kratsios, f more
Report From CFA Institute: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Finance
WASHINGTON, July 25 (TNSLrpt) -- Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Finance: A Framework for Structural Change - A report from CFA Institute - July 2026 (23 pages)
Here are excerpts:
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CONTENTS
Introduction ... pg. 1
Core Assumptions Under Pressure ... pg. 4
Structural Forces of AI Integration ... pg. 6
The Dynamics of AI Transition: Push, Pull, and Path Dependence ... pg. 7
Alternative Future States of Capital Markets in the AI Era ... pg. 9
Stress Testing Core Assumptions A more
Report From Chairman of House Financial Services Committee: A POLICY FRAMEWORK FOR COMBATING THE RISE OF FINANCIAL FRAUD & SCAMS
WASHINGTON, July 25 (TNSLrpt) -- FIGHTING BACK: A POLICY FRAMEWORK FOR COMBATING THE RISE OF FINANCIAL FRAUD & SCAMS - A report from Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, chairman of the House Financial Services Committee - July 2026 (107 pages)
Here are excerpts:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ... 1
COMMITTEE'S EFFORTS ... 6
KEY FINDINGS & RECOMMENDATIONS ... 8
INTRODUCTION ... 16
DEFINING FINANCIAL FRAUD AND SCAMS ... 17
THE LIFECYCLE OF FRAUD AND SCAMS ... 19
COMMON FRAUD SCHEMES more
Report From Common Sense Media: TEENS IN THE AI ERA
WASHINGTON, July 25 (TNSLrpt) -- TEENS IN THE AI ERA: Pornography and Sexual Content - A report from Common Sense Media - July 2026 (57 pages)
Here are excerpts:
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction
4 Current Report
6 Key Findings
19 Main Report
41 Conclusion
46 Methodology
53 References
55 Credits
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Introduction
In 2023, Common Sense Media published a comprehensive look at how teens in the United States encounter and are affected by online pornography. That report found that more
Report From Pearson Education and Amazon Web Services: Building the Bridge From Higher Education to Work in the United Kingdom
WASHINGTON, July 25 (TNSLrpt) -- AI Readiness: Building the Bridge from Higher Education to Work in the United Kingdom: How institutions and employers can reduce friction and deliver AI-ready graduates - A report from Pearson Education and Amazon Web Services - July 2026 (32 pages)
Here are excerpts:
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Contents
03 Foreword
04 Introduction
07 Chapter 1: The landscape of AI-driven education-to-work transformation
15 Chapter 2: Progress toward institutional AI readiness: investment, facu more
RSE Research Awards Strengthen Scotland's Research Future With pound sterling661K Funding Boost
EDINBURGH, Scotland, July 25 -- The Royal Society of Edinburgh issued the following news:
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RSE Research Awards strengthen Scotland's research future with pound sterling661K funding boost
We are pleased to announce that 61 exceptional research projects were selected at the spring 2026 Research Awards open call.
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Over pound sterling661,000 will fund innovative research across a range of academic fields, enabling projects such as a study of environmental conditions and disturbance at hed more
Sedgwick Announces Leadership Changes in South Africa
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, July 25 -- Sedgwick, a provider of technology-enabled risk and benefit solutions, issued the following news release:
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Sedgwick announces leadership changes in South Africa
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa - Sedgwick, the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, has announced that Ken MacLean will transition from Chief Executive Officer to Senior Executive Major and Complex Loss Adjuster, where he will focus on continuing to deliver valuable outcomes for clien more
Senators Blunt Rochester, Sheehy Introduce Bill to Expand Participation in AI Education, Research, and Workforce
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Delaware, issued the following news release:
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Senators Blunt Rochester, Sheehy Introduce Bill to Expand Participation in AI Education, Research, and Workforce
U.S. Senators Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) and Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.), both members of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, introduced the bipartisan Expanding AI Voices Act, which codifies and expands the National Science Foundation's ExpandAI program to more
Sens. Banks and Schiff Introduce Bill to Help American AI Companies Combat Chinese Espionage
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Sens. Banks and Schiff Introduce Bill to Help American AI Companies Combat Chinese Espionage
Today, Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) introduced the bipartisan Collaboration on Adversarial Threats and Security Risks Act, legislation to help American artificial intelligence companies work together to defend against espionage by Communist China and other serious natio more
TAMIU Gains Access to Nation's Fastest University Supercomputer Through A&M System
LAREDO, Texas, July 25 -- Texas A&M International University, a member of the Texas A&M University System, issued the following news release:
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TAMIU Gains Access to Nation's Fastest University Supercomputer Through A&M System
VISION gives researchers, faculty and students across A&M University System access to world-class computing power
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Researchers, faculty and students at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) now have access to the fastest university supercomputer in the natio more
Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station Selects Dell Technologies to Build a Secure AI Platform for National Research
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, July 25 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news:
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Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station selects Dell Technologies to build a secure AI platform for national research
A state-funded initiative will provide Texas A&M researchers, students and collaborators with access to a secure, next-generation AI computing environment designed to support increasingly complex research and innovation.
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Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Stat more
Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station Selects Dell Technologies to Build a Secure AI Platform for National Research
ROUND ROCK, Texas, July 25 -- Dell Technologies, a company that says it provides computer technology and services portfolio for the data era, issued the following news:
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Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station Selects Dell Technologies to Build a Secure AI Platform for National Research
Story Highlights
* The Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) selects Dell to deploy IGNITE, a shared AI and high-performance computing platform designed to support federally sponsored, industr more
Treasury Dept.: Joint Statement on the EU-U.S. Joint Financial Regulatory Forum
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following joint statement on July 24, 2026:
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Joint Statement on the EU-U.S. Joint Financial Regulatory Forum
Brussels -- The EU-U.S. Joint Financial Regulatory Forum took place on 9-10 June 2026 in Brussels, with participants exchanging views on a number of financial regulatory topics of mutual interest. The Forum was co-chaired by the European Commission and the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
EU participants includ more
UAlbany Helps Albany Earn Spot on LinkedIn's 'Cities on the Rise' for the Second Year in a Row
ALBANY, New York, July 25 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news:
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UAlbany Helps Albany Earn Spot on LinkedIn's 'Cities on the Rise' for the Second Year in a Row
By Amy Geduldig
Albany has once again earned national recognition as one of the country's emerging hubs for jobs and career growth, ranking No. 12 on LinkedIn's 2026 "Cities on the Rise" list. The report also recognized the University at Albany as one of the region's top employers, reflecting the University's ce more
UCLA Researchers Awarded $2.4 Million NIH Grant to Develop Digital Biomarkers for Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
LOS ANGELES, California, July 25 -- The UCLA Health issued the following news release:
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UCLA researchers awarded $2.4 million NIH grant to develop digital biomarkers for neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome
Researchers at UCLA Health have received a grant expected to total $2.4 million over five years from the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) of the National Institutes of Health, to develop digital biomarkers and remote testing tools more
VCU Issues Q&A on Experimental OpenAI Models Escaping Network Constraints
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 25 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following Q&A on July 24, 2026, involving Christopher Whyte, associate professor of homeland security and emergency preparedness in the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs:
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An AI model hacked another company. What does that actually mean?
During testing, OpenAI's advanced models autonomously hacked AI company Hugging Face. VCU cybersecurity expert Christopher Whyte explains why that matters more
Warren, Heinrich, Colleagues Renew Push to Improve Tribal Public Health Security, Preparedness
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Warren, Heinrich, Colleagues Renew Push to Improve Tribal Public Health Security, Preparedness
Bill would ensure tribes have equal access to critical federal investments in public health preparedness
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U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, led colleagues in reintrodu more
Warren, Schakowsky Press Trump Admin on Whether Big Tech Lobbyists Are Scheming to Use Major Trade Deal to Stop Regulation
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Warren, Schakowsky Press Trump Admin on Whether Big Tech Lobbyists Are Scheming to Use Major Trade Deal to Stop Regulation
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) opened a new investigation into whether Big Tech companies are lobbying to avoid new AI rules using the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). In a new letter to U.S. Trad more
Waynesburg U. Holds Nursing Community Partnership Luncheon
WAYNESBURG, Pennsylvania, July 25 -- Waynesburg University issued the following news:
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Waynesburg U. holds Nursing Community Partnership Luncheon
Maura Fenske
Waynesburg University welcomed healthcare leaders, clinical and community partners, and University representatives to campus Wednesday, July 22, for its Nursing Community Partnership Luncheon, an event focused on strengthening collaboration, advancing nursing education and addressing the healthcare workforce needs of southwestern more
Wyden, Whitehouse Demand Update on DOGE Infiltration of the Social Security Administration
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee, issued the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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Wyden, Whitehouse Demand Update on DOGE Infiltration of the Social Security Administration
Trump put Americans' sensitive private data at risk
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U.S. Senators Ron Wyden (D-OR), the Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), sent a letter to Social Security Administration (SSA) Commissioner Frank Bisignan more
350.org US calls for moratorium on new data centers as AI boom drives up Americans' energy bills
BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 24 [Category: Energy] -- 350.org, an organization that works to end the age of fossil fuels and build a community-led renewable energy, posted the following news release:
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350.org US calls for moratorium on new data centers as AI boom drives up Americans' energy bills
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350.org is calling for a moratorium on new data center construction, and on the tax incentives that fuel it, warning that the unchecked build-out of these infrastructures is driving up electri more
ACC Chancellor Featured on National Reimagining HigherEd Podcast
AUSTIN, Texas, July 24 -- Austin Community College District posted the following news:
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ACC Chancellor Featured on National Reimagining HigherEd Podcast
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Austin Community College District (ACC) Chancellor Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart is featured on the national "Reimagining HigherEd" podcast, sharing how ACC is redesigning higher education by putting students-not systems-at the center of every decision.
In a conversation with host Professor Judyth Sachs, Lowery-Hart discusses the College' more
AI bubbles and England's railway boom? Francis Kim draws comparisons
GREENVILLE, South Carolina, July 24 -- Furman University posted the following news:
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AI bubbles and England's railway boom? Francis Kim draws comparisons
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Associate Professor of Finance Francis Kim is a regular contributor to Korea JoongAng Daily. In his latest column, he compares the AI bubble to England's railway industry in the early to mid-1800s and suggests Britain's railway boom offers important lessons for Korea's capital markets.
"Over the past year, explosive investment in A more
AI Growing Pains Reach Scientific Labs, New RPI Study Finds
TROY, New York, July 24 -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news:
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AI Growing Pains Reach Scientific Labs, New RPI Study Finds
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Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) have found that today's leading artificial intelligence tools for predicting protein structures routinely generate results that are physically and chemically impossible, exposing critical blind spots in how AI is being applied across scientific research. The work, published in the Proce more
Ai Weiwei Artwork Helps Raise Funds for English PEN's Fight for Free Expression
LONDON, England, July 24 -- English PEN issued the following news:
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Ai Weiwei artwork helps raise funds for English PEN's fight for free expression
Internationally renowned contemporary artist Ai Weiwei has donated a limited-edition artwork to help raise critical funds toward English PEN's fight for free expression.
Cup and Plate with Motif was sold at Christie's auction 'Post-war to Present' in July 2026. The proceeds raised from the sale will go directly towards English PEN's work cam more
Baldwin Calls Out Trump Admin for Abruptly Canceling $94 Million for Health Research, Halting Clinical Trials
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
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Baldwin Calls Out Trump Admin for Abruptly Canceling $94 Million for Health Research, Halting Clinical Trials
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Ranking Member on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee for Labor, Health, and Human Services, and Education, blasted the Trump Administration for abruptly canceling $94 million in funding for 150 grants supporting health res more
Business Software Alliance Urges Clarity and Consistency in FAR Overhaul to Protect Commercial Software Interests
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Business Software Alliance
Regulatory Secretariat Division (MVCB)
General Services Administration
1800 F Street NW, 2nd Floor
Washington, DC 20405
July 23, 2026
Re: BSA Comments on the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul, Round 1 (FAR Cases 2026-001, 2026-002, 2026-005, and 2026-007)'
Dear Members of the FAR Council:
The Bus more
Carlson's Business Analytics Master's Program To Be Renamed MSBAi To Reflect Artificial Intelligence Focus
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, July 24 -- The University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management issued the following news:
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Carlson's Business Analytics Master's Program To Be Renamed MSBAi To Reflect Artificial Intelligence Focus
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Minnesota Carlson's Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) will be renamed the Master of Science in Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence (MSBAi). The new name reflects the program's significant emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI). The change more
Chairman Hudson Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Communications & Technology Hearing on Protecting Communications Networks and Improving Connectivity
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Richard Hudson, R-North Carolina, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, issued the following news release on July 22, 2026:
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Chairman Hudson Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Communications and Technology Hearing on Protecting Communications Networks and Improving Connectivity
Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-09), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, delivered the following more
Conaway and Murphy Introduce Bill to Protect Patients from AI-Assisted Insurance Denials
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Herbert Conaway, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
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Conaway and Murphy Introduce Bill to Protect Patients from AI-Assisted Insurance Denials
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Washington D.C. -Today, Congressman Herb Conaway Jr., MD and Congressman Gregory Murphy, MD introduced the Protecting Patients from Automated Denials Act. This bipartisan bill would establish safeguards on the use of artificial intelligence in Medicare Advantage prior authorization decisions.
Under the more
Congressman Allen Hosts Education and Workforce Committee Field Hearing in Augusta
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Rick W. Allen, R-Georgia, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Allen Hosts Education and Workforce Committee Field Hearing in Augusta
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Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) hosted an Education and Workforce Committee field hearing in Augusta, Georgia titled "Building an AI-Ready America: How AI Is Creating Opportunities Across America's Workforce."
The hearing was the eighth in a series examining artificial intelligence and was attended by U. more
Congressman Pat Harrigan Co-Leads Bipartisan Bill to Modernize America's Electric Grid and Lower Energy Costs
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Pat Harrigan, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Pat Harrigan Co-Leads Bipartisan Bill to Modernize America's Electric Grid and Lower Energy Costs
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Contact: Lexi Kranich (814) 380-4408
WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) joined Congressman George Whitesides (D-CA-27) in introducing the Lowering Energy Costs through Grid Modernization Act, bipartisan legislation to accelerate upgrades to America's aging e more
Cyber Strategy Institute Recommends Implementation Refinements for Federal AI Data Safeguarding Clause
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 14, 2026
General Services Administration
Regulatory Secretariat Division (MVCB)
1800 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20405
Re: Notice-MVAC-2026-01; Docket No. GSA-GSAR-2026-0331; Public Comment on Proposed GSAR Clause 552.239-7001, Basic Safeguarding of Data Within Large Language Model Artificial Intelligence Systems ( more
DataRobot Gives Enterprises Full Control Over Where and How Their AI Runs
BOSTON, July 24 -- DataRobot, an artificial intelligence company that enhance business transactions and human interactions, issued the following news release on July 22, 2026:
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DataRobot Gives Enterprises Full Control Over Where and How Their AI Runs
Sovereign AI has moved from a government concern to a boardroom one. The shift was recently accelerated when a government directive cut off access to a widely used AI model overnight with no warning, no transition period, and no recourse for more
FIDO Alliance Urges Federal Acquisition Regulation to Mandate Phishing-Resistant Authentication for Contractors
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
FIDO Alliance Comments to the U.S. OFPP, GSA, DoD and NASA
July 2026
Proposed Amendments to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) - FAR Case 2026-001
The Fast Identity Online (FIDO) Alliance appreciates the opportunity to provide input to the Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP), Office of Management and Budget more
From national champions to university strategy, FSU's annual Data Day showcases data-driven strategies for success
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 24 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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From national champions to university strategy, FSU's annual Data Day showcases data-driven strategies for success
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Fresh off defeating Stanford to win the 2025 National Championship, the Florida State University Women's Soccer team proved that elite execution starts with smart strategy. Celebrating on the field, trophy in hand, Head Coach Brian Pensky shared the secret behind their title run with FSU more
GE Aerospace Wraps Historic Farnborough Airshow
EVENDALE, Ohio, July 24 [Category: BizAerospace] -- GE Aerospace, a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems for commercial, military, business and general aviation aircraft, posted the following news release:
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GE Aerospace Wraps Historic Farnborough Airshow
- Commitment for ~1,800 engines*, including largest LEAP agreement ever with IndiGo
- Announced certification of LEAP-1B durability kit
- Achieved industry's first high altitude hybrid electric flight more
Gooden Calls for DOJ Probe Into Foreign Influence of U.S. AI Policy
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Lance Gooden, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Gooden Calls for DOJ Probe Into Foreign Influence of U.S. AI Policy
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WASHINGTON - Congressman Lance Gooden (TX-05) sent a letter to Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche urging the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate foreign interference in United States artificial intelligence (AI) policy.
In the letter, Gooden cites public reporting detailing efforts by foreign actors to influence U.S. AI p more
Gov Contract Pros Raises Deep Concerns Over FAR Council's Revolutionary FAR Overhaul Impacting Small Businesses and Regulatory Compliance
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
4445 Willard Ave, Suite 600
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(o) 240.760.2902
www.govcontractpros.com
July 23, 2026
VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION
William F. Clark
Director, Office of Governmentwide Acquisition Policy
U.S. General Services Administration
1800 F St. NW
Washington, DC 20405
RE: GCP Comments on the Revolutionary FA more
House Education & Workforce Committee Holds Georgia Field Hearing on AI Creating Opportunities Across America's Workforce
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release:
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@EdWorkforceCmte Holds Georgia Field Hearing on AI Creating Opportunities Across America's Workforce
Today, Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee Chairman Rick Allen (R-GA) delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at a full committee field hearing titled "Building an AI-Ready America: How AI Is Creating Opport more
House Energy & Commerce Chairman Guthrie Releases POWER Act to Lower Electricity Costs for American Families
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on July 22, 2026:
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Chairman Guthrie Releases POWER Act to Lower Electricity Costs for American Families
Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, released a discussion draft of the Permitting Our Way to an Energy Resurgence (POWER) Act, a package of Energy and Commerce Committee bills, to addr more
House Energy & Commerce Ranking Member Pallone Opening Remarks at Protecting Communications Networks and Improving Connectivity Hearing
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on July 22, 2026:
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Pallone Opening Remarks at Protecting Communications Networks and Improving Connectivity Hearing
Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) delivered the following opening remarks at a Communications and Technology Subcommittee legislative hearing on protecting communications networks and i more
ICYMI: "Lawmakers Target Energy Affordability Through Sweeping Permitting Overhaul in New House Bill"
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: "Lawmakers target energy affordability through sweeping permitting overhaul in new House bill"
In case you missed it, Fox News recently reported that Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, released a discussion draft of the POWER Act, a combination of 19 Republican measures focused on low more
ICYMI: Chairman Guthrie Joins Fox Business Network to Talk AI Policy and the Ratepayer Protection Act
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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ICYMI: Chairman Guthrie Joins Fox Business Network to talk AI Policy and the Ratepayer Protection Act
This week, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, joined Fox Business' "The Bottom Line" to discuss AI policy, data centers, and the Ratepayer Protection Act.
Chairman Guthrie more
ICYMI: Electric Companies Unlock Rate Freezes, Grid Investments, and Economic Development Through Data Center Agreements
WASHINGTON, July 24 [Category: Energy] -- The Edison Electric Institute issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Electric Companies Unlock Rate Freezes, Grid Investments, and Economic Development Through Data Center Agreements
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WASHINGTON (July 24, 2026) -EEI Vice Chairs Drew Marsh, chair and CEO of Entergy, and Chris Womack, chairman, president, and CEO of Southern Company, highlighted electric companies' successes protecting customers while powering economic development on a nation more
ICYMI: Sens. Schiff, Curtis Seek to Curb Rising Cases of Transnational Repression by U.S. Adversaries with Bipartisan Bill to Enhance Criminal Penalties, Centralize Oversight of Prosecutions
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Sens. Schiff, Curtis Seek to Curb Rising Cases of Transnational Repression by U.S. Adversaries with Bipartisan Bill to Enhance Criminal Penalties, Centralize Oversight of Prosecutions
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and John Curtis (R-Utah) introduced legislation this month designed to curb transnational repression (TNR), threats and violence by nations against ind more
Institute for Policy Integrity at New York University School of Law: EPA Faces Criticism Over Proposed Extension of PFAS Compliance Deadline Citing Flawed Benefit-Cost Analysis and Outdated Discount Rates
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
To: EPA
Re: Extending the Compliance Deadline for the PFOA and PFOS Maximum Contaminant
Levels, 91 Fed. Reg. 29,425 (May 20, 2026) (EPA-HQ-OW-2025-1742)
The Institute for Policy Integrity at New York University School of Law (Policy Integrity)1
respectfully submits the following comments to the Environmen more
Intel and Lens Technology Collaborate to Enable Advanced Semiconductor Packaging for the AI Era
SANTA CLARA, California, July 24 [Category: BizElectronic Products] -- Intel, an industry that says it creates world-changing technology that enables progress and enriches lives, issued the following news:
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Intel and Lens Technology Collaborate to Enable Advanced Semiconductor Packaging for the AI Era
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SANTA CLARA, Calif. & CHANGSHA, China -Intel Corporation and Lens Technology today announced a strategic collaboration focused on enabling new technologies for advanced semiconductor pac more
JCU Students Land Competitive Internships at American Airlines
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, Ohio, July 24 -- John Carroll University posted the following news:
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JCU Students Land Competitive Internships at American Airlines
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This summer, rising seniors Abby Walker '27 and Steve Zipp '27 are gaining firsthand experience at one of the world's largest airlines through competitive internships with American Airlines.
Working in finance and information technology, they're applying what they've learned in the classroom while tackling projects that help shape th more
Miami Dade College Launches New Academic Programs for Fall 2026 to Meet Florida's Fastest-Growing Workforce Needs
MIAMI, Florida, July 24 -- Miami Dade College posted the following news release:
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Miami Dade College Launches New Academic Programs for Fall 2026 to Meet Florida's Fastest-Growing Workforce Needs
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MIAMI, Fla., July 24, 2026 - Miami Dade College (MDC) will introduce an expansive portfolio of new academic programs and workforce initiatives beginning in Fall 2026, reinforcing the College's commitment to preparing students for high-demand, high-wage careers that support Florida's rapidly e more
MIT: Working to automate nuclear plant operations
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, July 24 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Working to automate nuclear plant operations
PhD student Lauren Fortier is building on the experience she gained operating a nuclear plant for the Navy to solve a critical hurdle in the wider adoption of the energy source.
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For nuclear to be considered as a viable clean energy source, it has to be competitively priced and economical to produce.
Lauren Fortier, a second-year do more
NIH Grant Brings Advanced Live-Cell Imaging Technology to SHSU-COM
HUNTSVILLE, Texas, July 24 -- Sam Houston State University posted the following news:
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NIH Grant Brings Advanced Live-Cell Imaging Technology to SHSU-COM
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Researchers at the Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine will soon have a new way to study some of the smallest and most dynamic processes in the body: watching living cells move, respond and change in real time.
A $249,979 grant from the National Institutes of Health will allow SHSU-COM to acquire a spinning more
No Labels Issues Commentary: Defense Divided
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- No Labels, a political organization that advocates for centrism and bipartisanship, issued the following commentary by senior policy analyst Peyton Lofton:
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Defense Divided
The NDAA was once one of Congress's most reliable bipartisan bills. Recent fights over presidential power, social policy, war and election law are pulling that coalition apart.
This week, the House passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) - the annual bill that sets U.S. military p more
Open Markets Institute Joins Amicus Brief Defending California AI Transparency Law in Landmark Appeal
WASHINGTON, July 24 [Category: Business] -- Open Markets Institute posted the following news release:
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Open Markets Institute Joins Amicus Brief Defending California AI Transparency Law in Landmark Appeal
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Read the brief
WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 24, 2026) - As debates about AI governance and transparency sweep across governments, the Open Markets Institute has joined an amicus brief urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit to uphold California's law requiring AI companies more
Palantir Urges Stricter Enforcement of Commercial-Preference Mandate in Federal Acquisition Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Palantir Technologies Inc.
19505 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 2350
Aventura, FL 33180
United States of America
July 23, 2026
Regulatory Secretariat Division
General Services Administration
1800 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20405
Re: Comments of Palantir Technologies Inc. on the Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulat more
Palantir Urges Structural Reforms to Enforce Commercial Preference and Accountability in Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Palantir Technologies Inc.
19505 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 2350
Aventura, FL 33180
United States of America
July 23, 2026
Regulatory Secretariat Division
General Services Administration
1800 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20405
Re: Comments of Palantir Technologies Inc. on the
Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regula more
Paychex Named One of Selling Power's 60 Best Companies to Sell For
ROCHESTER, New York, July 24 -- Paychex, a provider of integrated human capital management solutions for payroll, human resources, retirement and insurance services, issued the following news release:
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Paychex Named One of Selling Power's 60 Best Companies to Sell For
Paychex recognized for the 13th time for commitment to sales excellence
* For the 13th time, Paychex named one of Selling Power's 60 Best Companies to Sell
* Recognition highlights Paychex's high-performance, growth-orien more
Q&A: What influences teens' career expectations?
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, July 24 -- Pennsylvania State University College of Education posted the following news:
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Q&A: What influences teens' career expectations?
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Adolescents in both the United States and the United Kingdom have become increasingly ambitious about their future careers over the past two decades, according to a new study by researchers at Penn State. They also found that family socioeconomic background plays a different role depending on the more
Regents approve SDSU's plan to upgrade computing capabilities
BROOKINGS, South Dakota, July 24 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news:
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Regents approve SDSU's plan to upgrade computing capabilities
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South Dakota State University moved another step closer to Research 1 status following the South Dakota Board of Regents July meeting in Spearfish.
The regents approved a preliminary facility statement for a new on-campus computing center -a move that will allow the university to significantly bolster its technology infrastructur more
SAE International Signs Cooperation Agreement With ADS to Strengthen Global Aerospace Engineering Standards
WARRENDALE, Pennsylvania, July 24 -- SAE International issued the following news release:
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SAE International Signs Cooperation Agreement with ADS to Strengthen Global Aerospace Engineering Standards
Agreement Expands UK Participation in Technical Collaboration and Global Aerospace Standards Development
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SAE International(R), a global leader in advancing mobility standards, along with SAE PRI (Performance Review Institute), has signed a Cooperation Agreement with ADS, the trade associa more
Senator Marshall Applauds President Trump for Expanding Ratepayer Protection Pledge
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Senator Marshall Applauds President Trump for Expanding Ratepayer Protection Pledge
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Washington - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) today applauded President Donald J. Trump for expanding the Ratepayer Protection Pledge, a landmark initiative ensuring that the nation's largest technology companies-not hardworking American families-pay the cost of the electricity and grid infrastructure more
Spire Global Partners With SATE on ESA-Supported Research Program to Advance AI-Driven Autonomous Constellation Operations
VIENNA, Virginia, July 24 (TNSxrep) -- Spire Global Inc., a provider of space-based data, analytics and services, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Spire Global Partners with SATE on ESA-Supported Research Program to Advance AI-Driven Autonomous Constellation Operations
Funded through Italian Space Agency (ASI) and UK Space Agency (UKSA) subscriptions to ESA, the 18-month program aims to enable real-time onboard diagnostics and more autonomous constellation operations
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Sportradar Urges CFTC to Enhance Integrity and Transparency Standards in Regulation of Sports-Related Event Contracts
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov
Christopher Kirkpatrick
Secretary of the Commission
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Three Lafayette Centre | 1155 21st Street, NW
Washington, DC 20581
Re: Prediction Markets; Public Interest Determinations - RIN 3038-AF65; Notice of
Proposed Rulemaking
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Thompson Secures $20 Million Grant for Penn State, Advances Manufacturing and Workforce
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Glenn Thompson, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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Thompson Secures $20 Million Grant for Penn State, Advances Manufacturing and Workforce
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, United States Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) announced a $20 million National Science Foundation grant for Penn State University to develop new semiconductor and quantum materials.
The funding will establish a new facility that merges physical automated researc more
UB scientists awarded Genesis Mission grants for AI-focused research
BUFFALO, New York, July 24 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release:
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UB scientists awarded Genesis Mission grants for AI-focused research
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UB faculty members Yinyin Ye, left, and Jiayu Peng attended the Genesis Mission summit Wednesday in Washington, D.C. Also recieving an award is Vasili Perebeinos.
The funding supports UB's efforts to develop new technologies that boost the nation's industrial competitiveness, address complex ch more
UI Writing Enriched Curriculum pilot to begin in CLAS
IOWA CITY, Iowa, July 24 -- The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences posted the following news:
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UI Writing Enriched Curriculum pilot to begin in CLAS
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The University of Iowa is building on its longstanding excellence in teaching writing and communication with the launch of a new Writing Enriched Curriculum (WEC) pilot program this fall.
The program represents an important step toward integrating writing and communication into every discipline and developing a mode more
VA Awards Salesforce $1.6B Contract to Transform Veteran Care and Services
SAN FRANCISCO, California, July 24 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release:
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VA Awards Salesforce $1.6B Contract to Transform Veteran Care and Services
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SAN FRANCISCO and WASHINGTON -July 24, 2026 - Salesforce, the world's #1 Agentic CRM, today announced that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has awarded the company, through its distribution network, a $1.6 billion, three-year, Agen more
Vanta Calls for Clarification on FedRAMP 20x Certification in Proposed FAR CUI Compliance Rule
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Re: FAR Case 2026-001
Submitted by: Vanta, Inc., via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (regulations.gov)
Dear Members of the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council:
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on FAR Case 2026-001. We commend the FAR
Council's effort to streamline and clarify the FAR, including more
Verizon delivers record 2Q26 results as strategic transformation ignites accelerated growth
NEW YORK, July 24 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release:
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Verizon delivers record 2Q26 results as strategic transformation ignites accelerated growth
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Key highlights
* Mobility and broadband service revenue grew by 2.8 percent in second-quarter 2026, and forecasted to rise to approximately 4.0 percent growth in fourth-quarter 2026
* Delivered 184,000 postpaid phone net additions, with the more
Whitehouse, Wyden Demand Update on DOGE Infiltration of the Social Security Administration
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Whitehouse, Wyden Demand Update on DOGE Infiltration of the Social Security Administration
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Trump put Americans' sensitive private data at risk
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Ron Wyden (D-OR), the Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee, sent a letter to Social Security Administration (SSA) Commissioner Frank Bisignano urging the SSA to finally deta more
WV Superintendent of Schools Launches First AI and Digital Science Framework in the Nation
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, July 24 -- The West Virginia Department of Education issued the following news release:
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WV Superintendent of Schools Launches First AI and Digital Science Framework in the Nation
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Charleston, W.Va. \- West Virginia Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt will share the state's Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Science Framework with educators during professional development sessions at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center, Monday through W more
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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Wyden, Colleagues Demand FTC Reject X's Petition to Evade Privacy Obligations
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ron Wyden said today he has joined Senate colleagues to urge the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to reject X's petition to end the company's privacy responsibilities under a unanimously approved 2022 order.
In its petition, X makes the extraordinary and baseless claim that rebranding Twitter more
Accelerating discovery: Rice receives nearly $20M NSF award for AI-powered materials laboratory
HOUSTON, Texas, July 23 -- Rice University posted the following news release:
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Accelerating discovery: Rice receives nearly $20M NSF award for AI-powered materials laboratory
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Rice University has received a $19.9 million award from the National Science Foundation to lead a four-year project aimed at using artificial intelligence, robotics and cloud-based laboratories to accelerate the manufacturing of electronic and quantum materials.
The project, titled "Revolutionizing AI-Driven Au more
AFT, AAUP Reject Trump's Radical Plans to Overhaul Scientific Research Funding
WASHINGTON, July 23 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Teachers issued the following news release:
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AFT, AAUP Reject Trump's Radical Plans to Overhaul Scientific Research Funding
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WASHINGTON -AFT President Randi Weingarten and American Association of University Professors President Todd Wolfson issued the following statement in response to the Trump administration's proposal to transform how the federal government funds research:
"Just last week, hundreds of thou more
Can we build software secure enough to thwart AI attacks?
WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, July 23 -- Wake Forest University posted the following news:
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Can we build software secure enough to thwart AI attacks?
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The OpenAI breach of Hugging Face's digital library amplifies a growing concern among cybersecurity researchers: The fast-moving software development process isn't thinking about security early-or broadly-enough.
"A vulnerability in code, configuration or infrastructure may already pose a risk, but AI agents can amplify its impact by more
Conexon Connect Scales with Agent Workforce Cloud
SAN JOSE, California, July 23 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Calix, a communications service providers, issued the following news release:
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Conexon Connect Scales with Agent Workforce Cloud
Calix, Inc. (NYSE: CALX) announced today that Conexon Connect, the internet service provider arm of rural fiber broadband leader Conexon, is leveraging Calix Agent Workforce(tm) Cloud on the AI-native Calix One (tm) platform to scale their growth across residential, business, and multi-dwelling more
Congresswoman Kat Cammack Secures Ten Amendments in House-Passed National Defense Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Rep. Kat Cammack, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Kat Cammack Secures Ten Amendments in House-Passed National Defense Authorization Act
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Congresswoman Kat Cammack (FL-03) today announced that ten of her amendments were adopted in the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 (H.R. 8800), which passed the House by a vote of 216-214. The legislation authorizes a pay raise for every service member and now more
Entergy is protecting customers while powering innovation, CEO says at White House event
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, July 23 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Entergy posted the following news release:
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Entergy is protecting customers while powering innovation, CEO says at White House event
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Watch Entergy Chair and CEO Drew Marsh's remarks and the entire event above
NEW ORLEANS - Earlier today, Entergy Chair and CEO Drew Marsh highlighted how the company is protecting its customers while powering innovation, creating opportunity and economic growth for its communities.
"In Louisian more
FRIB receives Genesis Mission award for AI-powered research
EAST LANSING, Michigan, July 23 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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FRIB receives Genesis Mission award for AI-powered research
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The Facility for Rare Isotope Beams, or FRIB, at Michigan State University, in collaboration with Argonne National Laboratory, was chosen to receive a Genesis Mission Phase I award from the U.S. Department of Energy. The project will develop artificial intelligence, or AI, tools -specifically, physics-informed "digital twins" -that could more
FRIB receives Genesis Mission award for AI-powered research
EAST LANSING, Michigan, July 23 -- Michigan State University College of Natural Science posted the following news:
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FRIB receives Genesis Mission award for AI-powered research
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The Facility for Rare Isotope Beams, or FRIB, at Michigan State University, in collaboration with Argonne National Laboratory, was chosen to receive a Genesis Mission Phase I award from the U.S. Department of Energy. The project will develop artificial intelligence, or AI, tools -specifically, physics-informed " more
News/Media Alliance Applauds AI Bot Transparency Bill Introduction
VIENNA, Virginia, July 23 [Category: Media] -- The News/Media Alliance issued the following news release:
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News/Media Alliance Applauds AI Bot Transparency Bill Introduction
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Washington, DC - Today, Representative Laurel Lee (FL-15), Representative Valerie Foushee (NC-4), and Representative Gus Bilirakis (FL-9) introduced the Stealth Bot Prohibition Act, a bipartisan piece of transparency legislation that would require AI stealth crawlers ("bad bots") to disclose their identity and pur more
NiCE and RingCentral Expand Strategic Partnership to Orchestrate the Future of AI-Powered Customer and Employee Experiences
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, July 23 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NICE, an enterprise software solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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NiCE and RingCentral Expand Strategic Partnership to Orchestrate the Future of AI-Powered Customer and Employee Experiences
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New multi-year agreement enables NiCE to resell RingCentral's industry-leading UCaaS solution; companies also extend their long-standing agreement to market and sell RingCentral Contact Center, powered by NiCE CXo more
NMSU-led team among those selected for $800 million DOE Genesis Mission
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, July 23 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release:
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NMSU-led team among those selected for $800 million DOE Genesis Mission
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New Mexico State University physics professor Raza Sufian will lead a team of researchers to run a groundbreaking physics simulation on a quantum computer using artificial intelligence.
The team is among those selected for the $800 million Department of Energy program called Genesis Mission, a large-scale initiativ more
Nurses announce 70 new endorsements in 2026 Minnesota House and Senate
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, July 23 [Category: Nursing] -- The Minnesota Nurses Association posted the following news release:
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Nurses announce 70 new endorsements in 2026 Minnesota House and Senate
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Nurses with the Minnesota Nurses Association have announced the endorsement of 70 candidates for the Minnesota House and Senate. These candidates are recognized for their collaboration with nurses and are expected to make continued progress on key issues in labor, nursing, and healthcare.
To be more
NVIDIA and KAIST Launch Joint AI Research Lab to Accelerate AI Innovation in Korea
SANTA CLARA, California, July 23 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NVIDIA, a designer of graphics processing units for the gaming, cryptocurrency and professional markets, issued the following news release:
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NVIDIA and KAIST Launch Joint AI Research Lab to Accelerate AI Innovation in Korea
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News Summary:
* NVIDIA and KAIST are launching a joint AI research lab at the KAIST Kim Jaechul Graduate School of AI in Seoul, dedicated to advancing agentic AI models and agent systems buil more
Parsons Expands Mission-Focused Product Portfolio Across Defense, Intelligence, and Infrastructure
PASADENA, California, July 23 [Category: BizConstruction]-- Parsons Corp., an engineering, construction, technical and management services firm, posted the following news release:
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Parsons Expands Mission-Focused Product Portfolio Across Defense, Intelligence, and Infrastructure
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Key Takeaways
* Parsons' expanding portfolio of mission-focused products - underpinned by artificial intelligence - complements and enhances the company's broader global more
Penn State awarded $20M to lead an NSF 'programmable cloud laboratory'
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, July 23 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Penn State awarded $20M to lead an NSF 'programmable cloud laboratory'
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Penn State was awarded $20 million by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) to lead one of 20 teams across the country over the next four years as part of the federal government's Genesis Mission, a national effort to harness AI for scientific discovery. Each team will develop an artificial more
Penn State scientists to lead three Genesis Mission projects
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, July 23 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Penn State scientists to lead three Genesis Mission projects
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Three projects led by Penn State scientists are among those selected for funding under Phase I of the Genesis Mission, a historic national initiative led by the U.S. Department of Energy to build an integrated science discovery platform. In addition, Penn State is a partner on the Prometheus project, led more
President Trump Expands Historic Ratepayer Protection Pledge to Protect American Ratepayers, Lower Electricity Prices
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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President Trump Expands Historic Ratepayer Protection Pledge to Protect American Ratepayers, Lower Electricity Prices
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President Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge Will Now Cover 80 Percent of All Power Delivered to American Homes and Businesses
WASHINGTON -Today at U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Headquarters in Washington, D.C., President Donald J. Trump announced an expansion more
Remarks by John A. Squires at the America 250 signing ceremony and Commerce Secretary Howard W. Lutnick's Trading Card unveiling
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce Patent and Trademark Office issued the following news release:
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Remarks by John A. Squires at the America 250 signing ceremony and Commerce Secretary Howard W. Lutnick's Trading Card unveiling
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Remarks as delivered
John A. Squires
60th Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the USPTO
Historic patent and trademark signing ceremony commemorating America's 250th birthday
Department of Commerce
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Reps. Whitesides and Latta, Sens. Schiff and Banks Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Combat AI Distillation and Other Attacks to National Security
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Rep. George T. Whitesides, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Reps. Whitesides and Latta, Sens. Schiff and Banks Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Combat AI Distillation and Other Attacks to National Security
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Washington, D.C. - Today, Representatives George Whitesides (D-Calif.-27) and Bob Latta (R-Ohio-5) and U.S. Senators Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Jim Banks (R-Ind.) are introducing new bipartisan legislation to enhance the ability for AI labs and se more
Rethinking education policy for rural America
EAST LANSING, Michigan, July 23 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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Rethinking education policy for rural America
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Nearly one in five American students attend a rural school. Yet when policymakers debate the future of education, rural communities are often left out of the conversation.
That's a disconnect Michigan State University researcher Sheneka Williams hopes to change.
In a new chapter published in the Live Handbook of Education Policy Research from the A more
Students ticking boxes, taking steps toward semiconductor workforce
AMES, Iowa, July 23 -- Iowa State University issued the following news release:
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Students ticking boxes, taking steps toward semiconductor workforce
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AMES, Iowa - The students had ticked off the step-by-step boxes running down the guide for their first microfabrication lab of the first summer semiconductor workshop at Iowa State University.
Wet Oxidation
Push: check
Ramp up: check
Bubbler: check
Oxidation: check
Ramp down: check
Pull: check
The students took appropriate more
U.S. Chamber Supports White House Ratepayer Protection Pledge for Data Centers
WASHINGTON, July 23 [Category: Business] -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce posted the following news release:
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U.S. Chamber Supports White House Ratepayer Protection Pledge for Data Centers
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -The U.S. Chamber of Commerce released the following statement regarding President Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge, which would require data center operators to cover the electricity costs associated with their facilities rather than passing those costs on to local communities.
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UBalt Law Welcomes National Legal Writing Scholars
BALTIMORE, Maryland, July 23 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news:
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UBalt Law Welcomes National Legal Writing Scholars
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Educators from across the country Discuss scholarship and strategies to strengthen legal education.
This summer, UBalt Law welcomed legal writing faculty and scholars for the 2026 Capital Area Legal Writing Conference. Hosted at the Angelos Law Center, the conference drew legal educators from across the country for two days of scholarship, collab more
UCLA engineers observe quantum heat waves at room temperature
LOS ANGELES, California, July 23 -- The University of California posted the following news release:
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UCLA engineers observe quantum heat waves at room temperature
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Key takeaways
* Researchers have demonstrated that phonons, atomic heat-carrying vibrations with quantum properties, can travel in focused, ray-like paths at room temperature. Previously, they had only been observed at extremely low, or cryogenic, temperatures.
* The team demonstrated phonon focusing at room temperatur more
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Announces Dr. Derrick Cohens as Chair of the Department of English, Humanities, and Foreign Languages
PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, July 23 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news:
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University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Announces Dr. Derrick Cohens as Chair of the Department of English, Humanities, and Foreign Languages
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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Derrick Cohens as the Chair of the Department of English, Humanities, and Foreign Languages in the School of Arts and Sciences.
His appointment became e more
Xi Lu selected as AI Research Fellow by Computing Research Association
BUFFALO, New York, July 23 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release:
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Xi Lu selected as AI Research Fellow by Computing Research Association
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Information science professor designing AI health systems to better care for underserved communities
By Laurie Kaiser
BUFFALO, N.Y. - Xi Lu, PhD, assistant professor of information science in the Graduate School of Education at the University at Buffalo, has been selected as a 2026-2027 CRA more
Columbia University to Lead ARPA-H-Funded Effort to Transform Childbirth Through AI-Powered Maternal-Fetal Monitoring
NEW YORK, July 22 -- Columbia University issued the following news:
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Columbia University to Lead ARPA-H-Funded Effort to Transform Childbirth Through AI-Powered Maternal-Fetal Monitoring
The interdisciplinary group joins a national effort to transform obstetric care with intelligent sensing and real-time clinical decision support.
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A Columbia-led team has received a Phase I award of up to $5 million from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) to develop HARMONI--an more
Landsman Passes Five Affordability and Transparency Efforts Out of Committee, Advancing to the House Floor
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Rep. Greg Landsman, D-Ohio, issued the following news release:
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Landsman Passes Five Affordability and Transparency Efforts out of Committee, Advancing to the House Floor
Cincinnati, OH - This week, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) announced five efforts around data centers, lowering drug costs, and building up domestic supply chains advanced out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee.
Data Centers
Congressman Landsman's Protecting Families from AI Data Ce more
Snacking Enters a New Era of Function, Fuel, and Fun as Global Sales Surge Past Record Levels, Circana Reports
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 22 (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 on July 21, 2026:
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Snacking Enters a New Era of Function, Fuel, and Fun as Global Sales Surge Past Record Levels, Circana Reports
New snacking research reveals how functional benefits, GLP-1 medications, and AI-driven discove more
University of Cincinnati Selected for Federal Initiative to Use AI to Advance Scientific Discovery
CINCINNATI, Ohio, July 22 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news:
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UC selected for federal initiative to use AI to advance scientific discovery
Project will develop new workflows for energy and environmental applications
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The University of Cincinnati has been selected to participate in the U.S. Department of Energy's new national initiative designed to accelerate scientific discovery through artificial intelligence.
Led by Reza Soltanian, professor of subsurface en more
Chairman Crawford & Rep. Stefanik Open Full Committee Hearing to Discuss the Next-Generation of Threats 25 Years After September 11th
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Arkansas, chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, issued the following news release:
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Chairman Crawford & Rep. Stefanik Open Full Committee Hearing to Discuss the Next-Generation of Threats 25 Years After September 11th
Today, House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Rick Crawford (AR-01) and Chair of the Committee's 9/11 Review Rep. Elise Stefanik (NY-21) delivered the following opening statements in more
House Committee on Energy and Commerce Advances 17 Bills to House
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release:
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The House Committee on Energy and Commerce Advances 17 Bills to the Full House of Representatives
Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, led a markup of 17 bills aiming to lower energy costs, cut red tape, protect communities from illicit drug threats, and empower patients by expanding ac more
House Education & Workforce Chair Walberg Delivers Remarks at Markup of 10 Bills to Strengthen Education, Support Workers, Expand Opportunity
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release:
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Chair Walberg Delivers Remarks at Markup of 10 bills to Strengthen Education, Support Workers, and Expand Opportunity
Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at a markup of 10 bills to strengthen education, support workers, and expand opportunity:
"Today more
House Education & Workforce Committee Passes 10 Bills to Strengthen Education, Support Workers, Expand Opportunity
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release:
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@EdWorkforceCmte Passes 10 Bills to Strengthen Education, Support Workers, and Expand Opportunity
The Committee on Education and Workforce today advanced 10 bills that aim to protect women and girls, safeguard the rights of students and parents, prepare students and educators to use AI safely and effectively in the classroom, encourage healthy more
House Judiciary Ranking Member Raskin Expands Probe Into Board of Peace Trademark Scheme After U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Abandons Unusual Applications
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release:
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Ranking Member Raskin Expands Probe Into Board of Peace Trademark Scheme After U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Abandons Unusual Applications
Judiciary Democrats Probe Legal Authority and Internal Communications Behind Shadowy Trademark Filings After Office Backtracks With No Explanation
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Com more
House Science, Space and Technology Chairman Babin Applauds Committee Passage of Bipartisan Legislation
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Brian Babin, R-Texas, chairman of the House Science, Space and Technology Committee, issued the following news release:
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Chairman Babin Applauds Committee Passage of Bipartisan Legislation
Today, House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman Brian Babin released the following statement after the Committee passed four bipartisan bills to strengthen America's research enterprise, improve public safety, support domestic energy development, and reinforce more
Ratepayer Protection Act Advances From House Committee on Energy and Commerce
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release:
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Ratepayer Protection Act Advances from House Committee on Energy and Commerce
Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-05), Chairman of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, and Congressman Gabe Evans (CO-08), applauded the Committee's passage of H.R. 934 more
House Energy & Commerce Chairman Guthrie Delivers Opening Statement at Full Committee Markup to Promote Affordability, Wellbeing of Americans
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Rep. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release:
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Chairman Guthrie Delivers Opening Statement at Full Committee Markup to Promote Affordability and the Wellbeing of Americans
Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, delivered the following opening statement at today's markup of 29 bills.
Chairman Guthrie's opening statement as prepared for deliv more
House Intelligence Committee Passes FY2027 Intelligence Authorization Act Out of Committee
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Arkansas, chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, issued the following news release:
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House Intelligence Committee Passes FY2027 Intelligence Authorization Act Out of Committee
Today, the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence passed the fiscal year 2027 Intelligence Authorization Act (IAA) out of Committee.
"This year's IAA balances strong transparency and accountability measures while equipping the IC wit more
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release:
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Moolenaar, Cornyn, Cotton Introduce Stop PRC Economic Espionage Act
Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the Select Committee on China and Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Tom Cotton (R-AR), the Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, have introduced the Stop PRC Econo more
Road to Victory: How Congress Helped Secure the World Cup
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Rep. Andrew Garbarino, R-New York, chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, posted the following news:
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The Road to Victory: How Congress Helped Secure the World Cup
Over the past year, the Committee's "Task Force on Enhancing Security for Special Events in the United States" worked to ensure the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament would be safe and secure for fans, visitors, and athletes from around the world by helping to provide the necessary resources, aut more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Appearances by Sitting U.S. Supreme Court Justices at Congressional Committee & Subcommittee Hearings - 1/1/1960 to 7/15/2026 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12155) by American national government analyst Barry J. McMillion and senior research librarian Jennifer E. Manning.
Here are excerpts:
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Appearances by Sitting U.S. Supreme Court Justices at Congressional Committee and Subcommittee Hearings (1/1/1960 to 7/15/2026)
This Insight provides historical information and analysis related to appearances by sitting U.S. Supreme Court more
Artificial Intelligence & Biosecurity Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13269) by Science and Technology Policy analyst Todd Kuiken:
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Artificial Intelligence and Biosecurity Issues
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a term generally used to refer to computerized systems that work and react in ways commonly thought to require human intelligence. AI technologies, methodologies, and applications may benefit biological science research and developmen more
Certification of Advanced Air Mobility Aircraft Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48984) on July 14, 2026, entitled "The Certification of Advanced Air Mobility Aircraft: In Brief" by aviation policy specialist Bart Elias.
Here are excerpts:
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Contents
The Advanced Air Mobility Concept ... 1
Federal Actions to Support Advanced Air Mobility Operations ... 2
New Aircraft Designs ... 3
Powered-Lift Aircraft ... 4
AAM Compared with Conventional Airplanes and Helicopter more
Commission Without Commissioners - The U.S. Election Assistance Commission Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12713) by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton.
Here are excerpts:
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Commission Without Commissioners: The U.S. Election Assistance Commission
Commissioner Donald Palmer resigned from the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) on April 30, 2026. On July 9, the remaining three members of the four-person commission were effectively removed from their posit more
Coordinated Party Expenditures - Policy Background Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13270) by American national government specialist R. Sam Garrett.
Here are excerpts:
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Coordinated Party Expenditures: Policy Background
On June 30, 2026, in National Republican Senatorial Committee v. Federal Election Commission (NRSC v. FEC), the U.S. Supreme Court invalidated federal statutory limits on a type of political party spending known as coordinated party expen more
DOD Contractors & Efforts to Mitigate Foreign Influence Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48110) on July 14, 2026, entitled "Department of Defense Contractors and Efforts to Mitigate Foreign Influence" by defense policy analyst Alexandra G. Neenan:
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SUMMARY
Some U.S. firms, including some Department of Defense (DOD) contractors, receive foreign investment or have other ties to foreign entities, including foreign firms and foreign governments. DOD is "using a secondary Departm more
Forward-Funded Federal Education Programs Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49030) on July 13, 2026, entitled "Forward-Funded Federal Education Programs - Frequently Asked Questions" by education policy specialist Rebecca R. Skinner and legislative attorney Sean Stiff.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
In the annual appropriations process, Congress elects to make appropriations for certain federal education programs, in part, on a forward-funded basis. Programs funde more
Immigration Legislation & Issues in the 119th Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49032) on July 14, 2026, entitled "Immigration Legislation and Issues in the 119th Congress."
The report is written by immigration policy specialists Jill H. Wilson, Holly Straut-Eppsteiner, Andorra Bruno, William A. Kandel, Abigail F. Kolker and Audrey Singer.
Here are excerpts:
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This report discusses immigration-related bills that have received congressional action in the 119th Congr more
Immigration Legislation & Issues in the 119th Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49032) on July 14, 2026, entitled "Immigration Legislation and Issues in the 119th Congress:"
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Nonimmigrants
Nonimmigrants are foreign nationals who are lawfully admitted to the United States for a temporary period and specific purpose (e.g., tourism, study, work). Nonimmigrant visa categories are identified by letters and numbers based on the INA sections t more
National Nuclear Security Administration FY2027 Budget & Policy Issues Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48946) on July 14, 2026, entitled "National Nuclear Security Administration FY2027 Budget and Policy Issues - In Brief" by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink and nonproliferation specialist Mary Beth D. Nikitin.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) is a semiautonomous agency within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). NNSA is responsible for m more
Regulating PFAS Under the Clean Water Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12148) by environmental policy specialist Laura Gatz:
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Regulating PFAS Under the Clean Water Act
In recent decades, improvements in analytical methods and monitoring technologies, along with health research, have increased national attention to the presence of emerging contaminants in surface water. Detections of one particular group of contaminants, per- and polyfluoroalk more
Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities Funded by the CHIPS Act Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49031) on July 14, 2026, entitled "Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities Funded by the CHIPS Act: Project Status and Considerations for Congress" by Yong W. Kwon, industrial organization and business policy analyst:
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SUMMARY
Integrated circuits on silicon semiconductors - commonly called semiconductor microchips or "chips" - are components in electronic devices that perform functions such more
Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities Funded by the CHIPS Act Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49031) on July 14, 2026, entitled "Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities Funded by the CHIPS Act - Project Status and Considerations for Congress:"
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Considerations for Congress
Congress may look to evaluate implementation progress to date and weigh policy options regarding existing or potential future incentives programs and policies. FY2026 is the last year more
Central Bank Digital Currencies Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11471) by macroeconomic policy specialist Marc Labonte and international trade and finance specialist Rebecca M. Nelson:
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Central Bank Digital Currencies
Policymakers have debated whether the Federal Reserve (Fed) should create a central bank digital currency (CBDC) - a "digital dollar." A CBDC would share some of the technical features of cryptocurrencies (crypto) - that more
DNA Methylation - Applications to Living Marine Resource Management Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12962) by natural resources policy analyst Anthony R. Marshak and science and technology policy analyst Todd Kuiken.
Here are excerpts:
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DNA Methylation: Applications to Living Marine Resource Management
Introduction
Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is a molecule that contains the genetic information of an organism (Figure 1). It consists of two linked strands of alternating more
Homelessness Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12985) by housing policy specialist Libby Perl.
Here are excerpts:
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Homelessness
On a single night in 2025, there were 745,652 total people experiencing homelessness, 479,332 of whom were sheltered and 266,320 of whom were unsheltered. Homelessness decreased compared to 2024 by a small percentage, both overall and for some populations. The federal government requires home more
HUD's FY2026 Continuum of Care Program Competition Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12709) by housing policy specialist Libby Perl:
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HUD's FY2026 Continuum of Care Program Competition
The Continuum of Care (CoC) program, administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), funds housing and services to assist people experiencing homelessness. CoC funds are awarded through a competitive process announced in annual Notices of Funding O more
Internal Revenue Service Standard Mileage Rates Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12320) by public finance analysts Anthony A. Cilluffo and Brendan McDermott.
Here are excerpts:
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Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Standard Mileage Rates
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provides standard mileage rates as optional methods for taxpayers to substantiate their transportation expenses. This Insight reviews how the standard mileage rates are set, who uses them, more
Overview of Federal Regulations & the Rulemaking Process Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10003) by Maeve P. Carey, government organization and management specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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An Overview of Federal Regulations and the Rulemaking Process
Overview of Rulemaking
What Is Federal Rulemaking? Congress often grants rulemaking authority to federal agencies to implement statutory programs. The regulations issued pursuant to this authority can carry the for more
Peace Corps Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12873) by foreign assistance analyst Nick M. Brown.
Here are excerpts:
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The Peace Corps
The Peace Corps is an independent agency that sends American volunteers to serve at the grassroots level in developing countries in order to advance three goals:
* promote world peace and friendship by improving the lives of the communities where volunteers serve,
* help others under more
Sports Betting & Consumer Finance Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12761) by financial economics analyst Karl E. Schneider.
Here are excerpts:
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Sports Betting and Consumer Finance
Sports betting involves risking money on the outcomes of athletic events. Before 2018, sports gambling was illegal in most states. In 2018, the Supreme Court held in Murphy v. National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) that the Professional and Amateur Spo more
Emergency Assistance for Agricultural Land Rehabilitation Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R42854) entitled "Emergency Assistance for Agricultural Land Rehabilitation" by Megan Stubbs, agricultural conservation and natural resources policy specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) administers several permanently authorized programs to help producers recover from natural disasters. Most of these programs offer financial assistance to prod more
Federal Home Loan Bank System & Selected Policy Issues Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 3)
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46499) entitled "The Federal Home Loan Bank System and Selected Policy Issues" by financial economics specialist Darryl E. Getter.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Federal Home Loan Bank Act of 1932 (FHLB Act; P.L. 72-304, 47 Stat. 128) created the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) system, which was established to address frequent liquidity shortfalls, or cash flow disruptions, experienced b more
Federal Home Loan Bank System & Selected Policy Issues Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46499) entitled "The Federal Home Loan Bank System and Selected Policy Issues:"
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Current Financial Structure and Public Mission
The FHLBs are financial intermediaries that, similar to depositories, match savers with borrowers. Under a traditional intermediation business model, a firm borrows funds from savers (e.g., depositors) and uses those funds to origi more
Federal Home Loan Bank System & Selected Policy Issues Topic of CRS Report (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46499) entitled "The Federal Home Loan Bank System and Selected Policy Issues:"
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Policy Issues
As the FHLB system has evolved, its overall effectiveness in fulfilling its mission goals has been an ongoing policy concern. Specifically, Congress expanded FHLB membership eligibility to include commercial banks and removed the minimum mortgage asset requirement more
Financial Data Privacy in the 119th Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12707) by financial economics specialist Andrew P. Scott.
Here are excerpts:
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Financial Data Privacy in the 119th Congress
No single law provides a framework for regulating data privacy and protection in the United States. Instead, several laws cover different industries, and numerous laws cover aspects of cybersecurity for the financial system. For the financial industry, more
FY2027 NDAA: Military Basic Pay Raise Proposal Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12706) by military personnel specialist Kristy N. Kamarck.
Here are excerpts:
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FY2027 NDAA: Military Basic Pay Raise Proposal
President's Budget Request for Basic Pay Raise
The President's budget request for fiscal year (FY) 2027 for the Department of Defense (DOD, see "Note") proposes "$5.8 billion for a 7-6-5 percent targeted military pay raise effective on January 1, 2 more
Japan's Evolving Defense Policy & the U.S.Japan Alliance Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12708) by foreign affairs analyst Daniel J. Longo:
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Japan's Evolving Defense Policy and the U.S.Japan Alliance
Introduction
In 2026, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has been implementing major changes to Japan's security policies, with important implications for the U.S.-Japan alliance and the Indo-Pacific region. Forged after Japan's defeat in World War II, the all more
Kids Online Safety Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12730) by Clare Y. Cho, industrial organization and business policy specialist:
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Kids Online Safety Act
Beginning in the 117th Congress, some Members of Congress introduced different versions of a Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) - a bill seeking to address harms to minors online by creating requirements for certain online platforms, among other provisions. In the 119th Congr more
Title V State Maternal & Child Health Block Grants Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12685) by health policy analyst Alexandria K. Mickler.
Here are excerpts:
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Title V State Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Block Grants
Overview
Title V of the Social Security Act (SSA; P.L. 74-121, as amended; 42 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.701-709) permanently authorizes the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Services Block Grant, which aims to improve the health of pregnant women, moth more
U.S. V. Benson - Sixth Circuit Denies Federal Demand for State Voter Registration List Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11456) by legislative attorney Jimmy Balser:
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U.S. v. Benson: Sixth Circuit Denies Federal Demand for State Voter Registration List
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has requested election records - including statewide voter registration lists (SVRL) with detailed voter data - from the majority of states and, in some cases, has sued to enforce compliance with its more
Elementary & Secondary Education Act, as Amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45977) on July 9, 2026, entitled "The Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as Amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act: A Primer" by education policy specialist Rebecca R. Skinner.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The primary source of federal aid for elementary and secondary education is the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) - particularly its Title I-A program, which author more
Elementary & Secondary Education Act, as Amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45977) on July 9, 2026, entitled "The Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as Amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act - A Primer:"
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Title II: Preparing, Training, and Recruiting High-Quality Teachers, Principals, and Other School Leaders
Title II includes programs centered on teachers, school leaders (e.g., principals), literacy, and American history a more
Farm Bills - Major Legislative Actions, 1965-2026 Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45210) on July 10, 2026, entitled "Farm Bills: Major Legislative Actions, 1965-2026" by agricultural policy specialist Jim Monke.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The farm bill provides an opportunity for Congress to address agricultural and food issues comprehensively about every five years. Over time, farm bills have tended to become more complicated and politically sensitive. As a result, more
Iran & Nuclear Weapons Production Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12106) by nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr:
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Iran and Nuclear Weapons Production
Since the early 2000s, Tehran's construction of gas centrifuge uranium enrichment facilities has generated widespread concern in Congress that Tehran is pursuing nuclear weapons. According to past U.S. intelligence assessments, Tehran had the capacity to produce nuclear weapons at some more
SBA's Small Business Development Centers Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12402) by economic development policy analyst Adam G. Levin.
Here are excerpts:
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The SBA's Small Business Development Centers Program
Overview
The Small Business Administration's (SBA's) Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) provide free counseling, training, and resources to small business owners and entrepreneurs. SBDCs operate in partnership with state government more
Small Business Research Programs Reauthorized After Six-Month Lapse Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12705) by science and technology policy analyst Marcy E. Gallo.
Here are excerpts:
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Small Business Research Programs Reauthorized After Six-Month Lapse
On April 13, 2026, President Trump signed the Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act (P.L. 119-83) into law. P.L. 119-83 reauthorized the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, the Small Business Te more
Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Public Transportation Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48644) on July 9, 2026, entitled "Surface Transportation Reauthorization: Public Transportation" by transportation policy specialist William J. Mallett.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Federal funding assistance to public transportation agencies is provided primarily through the public transportation program administered by the Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration ( more
Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Public Transportation Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48644) on July 9, 2026, entitled "Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Public Transportation:"
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Low and No Emission Vehicle Program
Although public transportation buses account for a relatively small share of air pollutants and greenhouse gases from transportation, federal policy has focused to some extent on reducing emissions by providing grant funding more
U.S. Trade & Development Agency - Background & Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10673) by international trade and finance specialist Shayerah I. Akhtar.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Trade and Development Agency: Background and Issues
The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) funds early-stage activities to support development projects in developing and middle-income countries, with a focus on sectors with "significant" U.S. export potential. USTDA de more
Veterans Law - Unaccredited Representatives Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11455) by legislative attorney Daniel T. Shedd:
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Veterans Law: Unaccredited Representatives
Federal law prohibits an individual from charging any fee for assisting in the filing of an initial claim for VA benefits with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). In recent years, some Members of Congress, veteran service organizations (VSOs), and veterans have expressed more
Federal Weather Radar - In Brief Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49027) on July 10, 2026, entitled "Federal Weather Radar: In Brief" by natural resource policy specialist Eva Lipiec.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Extreme weather events, such as high winds, tornadoes, and heavy rainfall, impact communities across the United States each year. These extreme events can result in property damage, injuries, and lives lost. Multiple federal agencies have an i more
Fixing Emergency Management for Americans Act of 2025 - Context, Overview, Summary of Provisions Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49028) on July 10, 2026, entitled "Fixing Emergency Management for Americans Act of 2025 - Context, Overview, Summary of Provisions" by Erica A. Lee emergency management and disaster recovery specialist
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), which leads federal emergency management and disaster relief efforts, has recently been subject to numerous ca more
Fixing Emergency Management for Americans Act of 2025 - Context, Overview, Summary of Provisions Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49028) on July 10, 2026, entitled "Fixing Emergency Management for Americans Act of 2025 - Context, Overview, Summary of Provisions:"
(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
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Fixing Emergency Management for Americans Act of 2025: Section Analyses
The tables below provide brief summaries of each section of the committee's FEMA Act of 2025 (based on the amended version of the Amendment in the Natur more
NOAA's Geostationary Extended Observations Satellite Program & Issues for Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49026) on July 10, 2026, entitled "NOAA's Geostationary Extended Observations Satellite Program and Issues for Congress" by natural resource policy specialists Caitlin Keating-Bitonti and Eva Lipiec.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) typically deploys a new generation of geostationary satellites every two decades. Geostationary satell more
NOAA's Geostationary Extended Observations Satellite Program & Issues for Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49026) on July 10, 2026, entitled "NOAA's Geostationary Extended Observations Satellite Program and Issues for Congress:"
(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
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Issues for Congress
The Trump Administration aims to reduce federal spending by modifying GeoXO./78 Modifications to the GeoXO program, including the number of satellites and planned instruments, may impact NOAA's continuous observation more
Tribal Energy Resource Agreements - Overview & Selected Issues for Congress Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49025) on July 9, 2026, entitled "Tribal Energy Resource Agreements: Overview and Selected Issues for Congress" by natural resources policy specialist Mariel J. Murray.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Pursuant to the federal trust responsibility and various federal statutes, the Department of the Interior (DOI) and federally recognized Tribes (hereinafter Tribes) manage energy production on more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
4 Infrastructure Associations Urge HUD to Recognize Statutory Exclusions for Cement Asphalt, Concrete Products
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Scott Turner
Secretary
Department of Housing and Urban Development
451 Seventh Street SW
Washington, D.C. 20410
Docket No. FR-6616-N-N-01
Dear Secretary Turner:
The American Cement Association, National Asphalt Pavement Association, National Ready Mixed Concrete Association, and the Natio more
AbbVie Urges CMS to Define Pharmacy Benefit Managers Broadly and Enforce Fair Market Value Standards on PBM Fees Under Medicare Part D Reforms
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
VIA ELECTRONIC FILING: https://www.regulations.gov
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
Re: Solicitation of Information Regarding Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and
Data Collectio more
AHIP Urges CMS to Limit Pharmacy Benefit Manager Regulations to Congressional Requirements
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
RE: Request for Information (RFI): Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data
Collection, RIN 0938-AW09 - AHIP Comments
Dear Administrator O more
Alabama Wildlife Agency Urges Removal of Fixed Three Year Cycle in Migratory Bird Hunting Rule
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WILDLIFE AND FRESHWATER FISHERIES DIVISION
PO Box 301456, 64 North Union Street Ste 567, Montgomery, AL 36130-1456
Phone: (334) 242-3465 - Fax: (334) 242-3032
Visit: www.outdooralabama.com - Email: denr. wffdivision@denr.alabama.gov
The mission of the Wiidlife an more
Alliance for Expanding Americas Workforce Urges Clarity in Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul to Support AbilityOne Program
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Regulatory Secretariat Division
U.S. General Services Administration
1800 F St NW
Washington, DC
20405
July 23, 2026
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov, re: FAR Case 2026-002 (91 FR 37636)
Docket No. FAR-2026-0002, Sequence No. 1, Federal Acquisition Regulation: Revolutionary Federal
Acquisition Regula more
Alliance of Community Health Plans Advocates for Transparent Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data Collection Reforms
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Administrator Mehmet Oz
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov
Re: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data Collection, (CMS-
4218-NC)
Dear Administrator Oz:
The Alliance of Co more
Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments Opposes EPA Rollback of PFAS Drinking Water Regulations
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center, Office of Water Docket, Mail Code 28221T
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20460.
Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2025-0654 (Rollback)
The Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments (ANHE) appreciates the opportunity
to provide comments on the En more
American Bar Association Section of Public Contract Law Offers Detailed Recommendations on Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Via Federal eRulemaking Portal
(https://www.regulations.gov)
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule
FAR Case 2026-002-Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation
Overhaul Parts 6, 7, 10, 18, 26, 37, and 41
Dear Madam or Sir:
The American Bar Association ("ABA") Section of Public Contract Law
("Section") is ple more
American Bar Association Urges Caution and Clarity in Proposed Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Via Federal eRulemaking Portal
(https://www.regulations.gov)
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule
FAR Case 2026-001-Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul Parts 1, 2, 4, 33, 39, 40, and 53
Dear Madam or Sir:
The American Bar Association ("ABA") Section of Public Contract Law ("Section") is please more
American Green Urges Commerce Department to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry Amid Rising Imports
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 17, 2026
Submitted Via Regulations.gov (ID BIS-2026-0298)
The Honorable Howard Lutnick
Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation - Imports of Anthracite Coal
XRIN 0694-XC165
Dear Secretary Lutnick:
I am writing on behalf of more
American Pharmacists Association Urges Broad PBM Definition and Transparency in CMS Compensation Rules
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
[Submitted electronically to http://www.regulations.gov]
The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
Secretary
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
200 Independence Ave SW
Washington, DC 20201
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
P.O. Box 8013
Ba more
American Society of Consultant Pharmacists Urges CMS to Define PBM Affiliates Clearly and Protect Pharmacy Payments and Data Transparency
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1240 N Pitt St, 3rd Floor
Alexandria, VA 22314
703.739.1300
July 20, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data Collection
more
Arizona Game and Fish Department Raises Concerns Over Three Year Migratory Game Bird Hunting Authorization Cycle
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 21, 2026
Docket No. FWS-HQ-MB-2024-0206
Docket No. FWS-HQ-MB-2026-1421
Policy and Regulations Branch
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
MS: PRB (JAO/3W)
5275 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22041-3803
Electronically submitted to: https://www.regulations.gov/docket/FWS-HQ-MB-2026-1421
RE: Process for Authorizing Sea more
Associated General Contractors of America: Construction Industry Warns Against Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul That Could Undermine Project Protections and Increase Contractor Risks
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Rick Andritsch, President
Trey Pebley, Senior Vice President
Don Weaver, Vice President
Doug Maibach, Treasurer
Jeffrey D. Shoaf, Chief Executive Officer
Jimmy Christianson, Chief Operating Officer
July 23, 2026
Dr. Kevin Rhodes
Administrator
Office of Federal Procurement Policy
Office of Management and Budget
72 more
Associated General Contractors Urges Clear Documentation and Market Research in Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Rick Andritsch, President
Trey Pebley, Senior Vice President
Don Weaver, Vice President
Doug Maibach, Treasurer
Jeffrey D. Shoaf, Chief Executive Officer
Jimmy Christianson, Chief Operating Officer
July 23, 2026
Dr. Kevin Rhodes
Administrator
Office of Federal Procurement Policy
Office of Management and Budget
72 more
Association for Accessible Medicines Urges CMS to Avoid Administrative Burdens in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Rule
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
200 Independence Ave. SW
Washington, DC 20201
Submitted via http://www.regulations.gov
RE: Request for Information (RFI): Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data C more
Association for Molecular Pathology Physician-Scientist Opposes Proposed Political Review of Federal Research Funding
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comment on Proposed Revision of 2CFR Part 200.
I am a physician-scientist who has served as President of the Association for Molecular Pathology, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Molecular Pathology, and on the editorial boards of several other scientific journals. I have also published in major medical journals such as J more
Atlas Anthracite Urges Section 232 Relief to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry and National Security
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
D. Motesevich & Sons Consturction, Inc.
325 Mulbevry Street, Mount Caumel, PA 17851
The Honorable Howard W. Lutnick July 20", 2026
Secretary
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation of Anthracite Coal Imports
Docket No. BIS-2026-0298
Dear Secret more
Bear Ridge Calls for Protection of Domestic Anthracite Industry to Safeguard Jobs and National Security
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 17, 2026
Submitted Via Regulations.gov (ID BIS-2026-0298)
The Honorable Howard Lutnick
Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation - Imports of Anthracite Coal
XRIN 0694-XC165
Dear Secretary Lutnick:
I am writing on behalf of more
BIO Urges Comprehensive Transparency and Reform in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Practices to Enhance Patient Access and Lower Drug Costs
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Hon. Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21244
Re: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data
Collection [CMS-4218-NC]
Dear Dr. Oz:
The Biotechnology Innovat more
Blaschak Anthracite Urges Commerce Department to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry Amid Low-Cost Imports
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
P.O. Box 12, Route 54
Mahanoy City, PA 17948
Office: 570-773-2113
Fax: 570-773-0569
www.blaschakanthracite.com
P.O. Box 12, Route 54
Mahanoy City, PA 17948
Office: 570-773-2113
Fax: 570-773-0569
www.blaschakanthracite.com
July 17, 2026
The Honorable Howard W. Lutnick
Secretary
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 more
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Urges Narrow Definition and Functional Approach in CMS Implementation of Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency Rules
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
750 9th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20001-
4524
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Hubert H. Humphrey Building (
200 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20201
Submitted via Regulations.gov
RE: Request for Info more
Breakthrough Institute: EPA Urged to Transparently Review and Register CRISPR-Based Pest Control Product KNOCKOUT SWD
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 21, 2026
Edward Messina
Director, Office of Pesticide Programs
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
SUBMITTED VIA REGULATIONS.GOV
RE: Docket No. EPA-HQ-OPP-2026-2510, Application to Register KNOCKOUT SWD (EPA File Symbol
104223-R)
The Breakthrough Institute1 wri more
Bristol Myers Squibb Urges Broad Definitions and Enhanced Transparency in PBM Regulation to Protect Patient Access and Drug Affordability
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
3401 Princeton Pike . Lawrence Township, NJ 08648 . BMS.COM
July 20, 2026
VIA ELECTRONIC FILING - REGULATIONS.GOV
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-4218-NC
P.O. Box 8013
Baltimore, MD 21244-8013
Re: Request more
Business Software Alliance Urges Clarity and Consistency in FAR Overhaul to Protect Commercial Software Interests
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Business Software Alliance
Regulatory Secretariat Division (MVCB)
General Services Administration
1800 F Street NW, 2nd Floor
Washington, DC 20405
July 23, 2026
Re: BSA Comments on the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul, Round 1 (FAR Cases 2026-001, 2026-002, 2026-005, and 2026-007)'
Dear Members of the FAR Council:
The Bus more
Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids: CBP Urged to Require Formal Entry for All FDA-Regulated Tobacco Products Including E-Cigarettes to Protect Public Health
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Submitted via regulations.gov
RE: Comments in Docket No. USCBP-2026-0761, U.S. Customs and Border Protection's
Interim Final Rule, "Indefinite Suspension of the De Minimis Exemption for Mail
Shipments and New Postal Informal Entry Process," 91 Fed. Reg. 37,801 (June 24,
2026)
The Campaign for Tobacco-Fre more
Canada Urges US to Recognize Metallurgical Coal Trade as Crucial to National Security
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
BIS-2026-0298 / XRIN 0694-XC165
COMMENTS BY THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
REQUEST FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS ON SECTION 232 NATIONAL SECURITY INVESTIGATION OF ANTHRACITE COAL
BIS-2026-0298
XRIN 0694-XC165
Submitted by:
The Government of Canada
July 2026
1
BIS-2026-0298 / XRIN 0694-XC165
Intr more
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority Opposes EPA Rescission of PFAS Drinking Water Regulations
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Kenneth Waldroup
Executive Director
Cape Fear 235 Government Center Dr.
Wilmington, NC 28403
910-332-6669
Public UtilllV Aulhorltv
kenneth.waldrou p@cfpua.org
July 10, 2026
SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center, Office of Water Docket
Mail Code 28221 T
1200 Pennsylvania more
Chemours Company: EPA Faces Legal and Scientific Challenges in Rescinding Regulation of GenX PFAS in Drinking Water
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Allison B. Rumsey
+1 202.942.5095
Allison.Rumsey@arnoldporter.com
July 20, 2026
Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov/
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water Docket
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
Re: Com more
Children's Health Advocates Urge EPA to Retain Drinking Water Standards for Harmful PFAS Chemicals
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS July 20, 2026
Chair
Lee Zeldin, Administrator
James R. Roberts, MD, MPH
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Professor of Pediatrics
Medical University of South William J. Clinton Building
Carolina 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20460
Vice Chair
Dick Batchelor
Re: Comments on the E more
Chugach Alaska Corporation Urges Retention of Socioeconomic Provisions in FAR Sunset Review Process
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
CHUGACH ALASKA CORPORATION
3800 Centerpoint Drive, Suite 1200
Anchorage, Alaska 99503
July 23, 2026
VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION (www.regulations.gov)
Regulatory Secretariat Division
General Services Administration
1800 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20405
Re: Comments of Chugach Alaska Corporation on the Proposed Rule, F more
Cigna Urges CMS to Adopt Flexible Principles Based Approach for Pharmacy Benefit Manager Regulations
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Courtney Lawrence
Senior Vice President
Head of Government Affairs and Global Public Policy
The Cigna Group
701 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Suite 720
Washington, DC 20004
Telephone (202) 7 19-6761
Courtney.Lawrence@TheCignaGroup.com
July 20, 2026
VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION TO www.regulations.gov
The Honorable Dr. Mehm more
Climate Justice Alliance Opposes EPA Proposal to Extend PFOA and PFOS Compliance Deadline
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2025-1742
Alexis Lan
Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Standards and Risk Management Division
Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20460
RE: Extending the Compliance Deadline for the PFOA and PFOS Maximum
Contaminant Levels
Docket more
Conflict Matters Small Business Owner Opposes Federal Procurement Rule Changes That Threaten Small Firm Competition
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 22, 2026
My name is Claudia de Gonzalez, owner of Conflict Matters. My firm Provides Alternative Dispute Resolution & Mediation Services to the State of TX.
The protections being removed are the reason a firm my size can compete at all. FAR-2026-0005 - Publicizing Opportunities How contract opportunities are posted more
CVS Health Urges CMS to Clarify Definitions and Maintain Flexibility in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation Rules
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1275 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Suite 700
Washington, D.C., 20004
Submitted electronically via https://www.regulations.gov/docket/CMS-2026-2212
July 20, 2026
Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Stephanie Carlton, Deputy Administrator and Chief of Staff, more
Cyber Strategy Institute Recommends Implementation Refinements for Federal AI Data Safeguarding Clause
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 14, 2026
General Services Administration
Regulatory Secretariat Division (MVCB)
1800 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20405
Re: Notice-MVAC-2026-01; Docket No. GSA-GSAR-2026-0331; Public Comment on Proposed GSAR Clause 552.239-7001, Basic Safeguarding of Data Within Large Language Model Artificial Intelligence Systems ( more
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Urges CMS for Greater Transparency and Accountability in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation to Improve Patient Access and Affordability
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Robert Kennedy, Jr.
Secretary
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
200 Independence Ave SW
Washington, DC 20201
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compen more
Dann Marine Towing: Concerns Raised Over Proposed Anchorage Rulemaking Impacting Hudson River Navigation and Environment
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comment on Proposed rulemaking
Support for expansion of Anchorage Grounds
Anchorages; Port of New York [Docket Number USCG-2026-0042]
The text for this rulemaking [Docket Number USCG-2026-0042] includes several regulatory actions that will have significant impacts to navigation safety, environment protection, supply chai more
Didlake Urges AbilityOne Program to Prioritize Employment Outcomes and Streamline Processes in Strategic Plan
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 22, 2026
U.S. AbilityOne Commission
355 E Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
RE: Comments on the Draft Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030
To the Members of the U.S. AbilityOne Commission:
Didlake appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Draft Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030 and commends the Comm more
ENDICTUS Corp. Urges Retention of Competition Safeguards in FAR Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
ENDICTUS
| Federal Acquisition Policy Comment
PUBLIC COMMENT
Revolutionary FAR Overhaul: Parts 6, 7, 10, 18, 26, 37,
and 41
FAR Case 2026-002 | Docket No. FAR-2026-0002 | RIN 9000-AO87
91 FR 37636; Federal Register Document 2026-12560
Submitted by Endictus Corp.
Organization type SBA-certified small business
Date J more
Environmental Community Condemns EPA Proposal to Weaken National Environmental Policy Act Safeguards
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue,
N.W. Washington, DC 20460
Ref: Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-AO-2025-1080
Update of Procedures for Implementing the National Environmental Policy Act and Assessing the Environmental Effects Abroad of EPA Actions
Dear Administrator,
My name is Charlie Lorthioir and I a more
Environmental Groups Oppose EPA Proposal to Weaken and Delay PFAS Drinking Water Standards
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20460
RE: Docket ID: EPA -HQ-OW-2025-1742 Extending the Compliance Deadline for the PFOA and PFOS Maximum
Contaminant Levels
Dear Administrator Zeldin,
On behalf of the National Wildlife Federation and affiliates from Ala more
Environmental Groups Oppose EPA Proposals to Weaken PFAS Drinking Water Standards and Delay Compliance Deadlines
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Administrator Lee Zeldin
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center, OW Docket
Mail Code 28221T
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
Re: Rescission of Regulatory Determinations and Removal of Related Provisions for
Four PFAS Substances (PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA (GenX), and the Mixtu more
Environmental Protection Network Urges EPA to Retain 2029 Compliance Deadline for PFOA and PFOS Drinking Water Standards
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
EPN Comments on
Extending the Compliance Deadline for the PFOA and PFOS
Maximum Contaminant Levels
EPA-HQ-OW-2025-1742
July 20, 2026
The Environmental Protection Network (EPN) harnesses the expertise of more than 800 former
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) career staff and confirmation-level appointees from
Demo more
European Union Expresses Concern Over US Section 232 Anthracite Coal Investigation
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
EUROPEAN UNION
DELEGATION TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
COMMENTS BY THE EUROPEAN UNION
TO THE BUREAU OF INDUSTRY AND SECURITY, OFFICE OF STRATEGIC
INDUSTRIES AND ECONOMIC SECURITY, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
REQUEST FOR COMMENTS:
SECTION 232 NATIONAL SECURITY INVESTIGATION ON IMPORTS OF
ANTHRACITE COAL
(91 FR 416 more
Expedition Ag Partners Urges EPA to Advance Science Based Review of Agragene Knockout Technology
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 18, 2026
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20460
Re: EPA Docket ID EPA-HQ-OPP-2026-2510 -- KNOCKOUT(TM) SWD
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing in support of EPA's continued science-based evaluation of Agragene's KNOCKOUT SWD technology for control of spotted wing more
FIDO Alliance Urges Federal Acquisition Regulation to Mandate Phishing-Resistant Authentication for Contractors
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
FIDO Alliance Comments to the U.S. OFPP, GSA, DoD and NASA
July 2026
Proposed Amendments to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) - FAR Case 2026-001
The Fast Identity Online (FIDO) Alliance appreciates the opportunity to provide input to the Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP), Office of Management and Budget more
Fla. Revenue Dept. Urges HHS to Retain Essential Program Guidance Rules
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 17, 2026
To: Office of Child Support Enforcement
Administration for Children and Families
Department of Health and Human Services
From: Ann Coffin, Director, Child Support Program
Re: Comments on Notice of Proposed Rulemaking 91 FR 36779-36786, 6/182026, Docket ACF-2026-0034, RIN Number 0970--AD39
The Florida Dep more
FMI Urges Broad Definitions and Sustainable Reimbursement in CMS Implementation of PBM Compensation Restrictions
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
Re: Request for Information (RFI): Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and more
Fresenius Kabi Urges CMS to Implement Rigorous PBM Compensation Transparency and Oversight Standards
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Fresenius Kabi U.S.
Government Affairs and Policy
801 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20004
www.fresenius-kabi.com/us
The Honorable Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-4218-NC
Mail Stop C4-26-05
7500 Security Boulevard more
Gen Four Urges Commerce Department to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry Amid Import Threats
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
GEN FOUR
POTTSVILLE, PA
July 17, 2026
Submitted Via Regulations.gov (ID BIS-2026-0298)
The Honorable Howatd Lutnick
Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation - Imports of Anthracite Coal
XRIN 0694-XC165
Dear Secretary Lutnick:
more
Gilberton Coal Company Urges Section 232 Relief to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry and Preserve Strategic National Resource
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
10 Gilberton Road Gilberton, PA 17934 570-874-1602
July 21, 2026
Submitted Via Regulations.gov (ID BIS-2026-0298)
The Honorable Howard Lutnick
Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation - Imports of Anthracite Coal
XRIN 0694-XC165 more
Girard Estate Urges Commerce Department to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry to Secure Royalties for Charitable Education
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
BEFORE THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE,
BUREAU OF INDUSTRY AND SECURITY
SECTION 232 INVESTIGATION OF IMPORTS OF ANTHRACITE COAL
XRIN 0694-XC165
DOCKET NO. 260701-0158
PUBLIC COMMENTS OF THE ESTATE OF STEPHEN GIRARD
The Estate of Stephen Girard ("Girard Estate") respectfully submits these public comments
in connection more
goDeeper Foundation: EPA Faces Opposition to Proposed Rescission of PFAS Drinking Water Standards in Minnesota and Nationwide
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Public Comment | Docket EPA-HQ-OW-2025-0654
Public Comment - Docket ID EPA-HQ-OW-2025-0654
Re: Opposition to the proposed rescission of the PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA/GenX, and Hazard Index
drinking-water requirements
Submitted by: Wade Nelson, Cottage Grove, Minnesota
Organization: goDeeper Foundation
Date: July 20, 2026
more
Gov Contract Pros Raises Deep Concerns Over FAR Council's Revolutionary FAR Overhaul Impacting Small Businesses and Regulatory Compliance
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
4445 Willard Ave, Suite 600
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(o) 240.760.2902
www.govcontractpros.com
July 23, 2026
VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION
William F. Clark
Director, Office of Governmentwide Acquisition Policy
U.S. General Services Administration
1800 F St. NW
Washington, DC 20405
RE: GCP Comments on the Revolutionary FA more
Grayling Michigan Groups Urge EPA to Maintain PFAS Contaminant Levels Amid Contamination Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 18, 2026
U. S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center
Office of Water Docket, Mail Code 28221T
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
RE: Proposed Rule to Rescind Maximum Contaminant Levels for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA (GenX), and
Hazard Index Mixtures - Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2025-0654
To who more
Group of States Oppose EPA Proposal to Rescind Nationwide PFAS Drinking Water Standards
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
The Attorneys General of North Carolina, California, Connecticut, New Jersey, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Rhode Island, Oregon, Washington, and Wisconsin
July 20, 2026
Via Regulations.gov
EPA Docket Center
Office of Water D more
Healthcare Supply Chain Association Urges CMS to Distinguish Traditional GPOs From PBM-Owned Rebate Aggregators
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Bal(cid:415)more, MD 21244
Re: Response to Request for Informa(cid:415)on (RFI): Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensa(cid:415)on and Data
Collec(cid:415)on [CMS-4218-NC]
Dear Administrator Oz,
On more
Hickman, Williams & Company: Industry Leader Urges Department of Commerce to Reject Tariffs on Imported Anthracite Coal
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
250 EAST FIFTH STREET, SUITE 300, CINCINNATI, OH 45202
PHONE: (513) 621-1946 FAX: (513) 621-0024
Benjamin Rankin
Vice President
Hickman, Williams & Company
250 Easy Fifth Street
Suite 300
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
July 20, 2026
Office of Strategic Industries and Economic Security
Bureau of Industry and Security
U.S. more
Housing Authority of Santa Cruz Opposes HUD Proposal to Tie Voucher Funding to Local Housing Policies
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
2160 41st Avenue l Capitola, California l Tel: 831.454.9455 l hacosantacruz.org
Also serving Hollister and San Juan Bautista l Tel: 831.637.0487
July 24, 2026
Submitted via Regulations.gov
Office of the General Counsel
Rules Docket Clerk
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
451 Seventh Street, SW
Washing more
Institute for Policy Integrity at New York University School of Law: EPA Faces Criticism Over Proposed Extension of PFAS Compliance Deadline Citing Flawed Benefit-Cost Analysis and Outdated Discount Rates
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
To: EPA
Re: Extending the Compliance Deadline for the PFOA and PFOS Maximum Contaminant
Levels, 91 Fed. Reg. 29,425 (May 20, 2026) (EPA-HQ-OW-2025-1742)
The Institute for Policy Integrity at New York University School of Law (Policy Integrity)1
respectfully submits the following comments to the Environmen more
Kaiser Permanente Urges CMS to Exempt Integrated Pharmacy Model From Traditional PBM Regulations
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
ATTN: CMS-4218-NC
P.O. Box 8013
Baltimore, MD 21244-8013
Submitted electronically to regulations.gov
Re: Request for Information (RFI): Pharmacy Benefit Manager
Compensation more
Keystone Anthracite Urges 100 Percent Tariffs on Foreign Anthracite Imports to Protect US Steel Supply Chain and National Security
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
KEYSTONE ANTHRACITE COMPANY, INC.
COMMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
Bureau of Industry and Security
Section 232 National Security Investigation of Anthracite Coal
Docket No. 260701-0158; XRIN 0694-XC165
Submitted by
Keystone Anthracite Company, Inc.
July 2026
IL PROCEDURAL HISTORY AND AUTHORITY
more
Kitsap Office Furniture Small Business Owner Urges FAR Rewrite to Enhance Competition and Reduce Procurement Burdens
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Re: Comments on FAR Cases 2026-0002 and 2026-0005 - Federal Acquisition Regulation Rewrite
Dear Members of the FAR Council,
My name is Nick Sinaly, owner of Kitsap Office Furniture, Inc., a small business headquarters in Silverdale, Washington. Since 1990, our company has provided commercial office furnitur more
Koniag Urges FAR Council to Preserve Small Business and 8(a) Program Authorities in Procurement Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
3800 Centerpoint Drive
Suite 700
Anchorage, AK 99503
FAR Case 2026-002
July 23, 2026
Submitted via Regulations.gov
Re: FAR Case 2026-002
INTRODUCTION AND INTEREST OF KONIAG, INC.
Koniag, Incorporated ("Koniag") respectfully submits these comments in response to the Federal
Acquisition Regulatory Council's (FAR Coun more
Landowner Urges Commerce Department to Support Domestic Anthracite Coal Production Amid National Security Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Howard W. Lutnick
Secretary
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation of Anthracite Coal Imports
Docket No. BIS-2026-0298
Dear Secretary Lutnick:
I am writing as a private landowner holding anthracite coal reserves in more
Lehigh Anthracite Urges Department of Commerce to Address Impact of Low-Cost Imports on Domestic Anthracite Industry
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Howard W. Lutnick
Secretary
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation of Anthracite Coal Imports
Docket No. BIS-2026-0298
Reference: XRIN 0694-XC165
Dear Secretary Lutnick:
On behalf of Lehigh Anthracite, we respectfully submit this letter in sup more
MAPRx Coalition Urges CMS To Expand Pharmacy Benefit Manager Reporting To Improve Medicare Part D Drug Access And Affordability
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 18, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21244
Submitted via regulations.gov
RE: Comments on CMS-4218-NC, Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager
Compensation and Data Collection
Dear A more
Minnesota Department of Health Urges EPA to Reinstate PFAS Drinking Water Standards
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Minnesota Department of Health
625 Robert Street North
St. Paul, MN 55155
Protecting, maintaining and improving the health of all Minnesotans
July 20, 2026
Jessica Kramer, Assistant Administrator
Office of Water
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20460
Subject: Rescissio more
N.Y. Marine Highway Transportation Urges U.S. Coast Guard to Review Port of New York Anchorage Proposal
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 22, 2026
Comment on Proposed Rulemaking
Support for Expansion of Anchorage Grounds
Anchorages; Port of New York
Docket No. USCG-2026-0042
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing to express my concerns regarding several provisions contained within the proposed rulemaking, Anchorages; Port of New York (Docket No. USCG more
Nakupuna Companies Urges Clarity and Small Business Protections in Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
251 18th St. South, Suite 1100
Arlington, VA 22202
July 23, 2026
Submitted Electronically via eRulemaking portal at: https://www.regulations.gov
To: Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council
Re: FAR Case 2026-002 - Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul Parts
6, 7, 10, 18, 26, 37, 41, and 52
The Nakupuna more
Nantucket PFAS Action Group Urges EPA to Maintain Federal Drinking Water Standards, Hazard Index Rules
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
EPA Rescission of Regulatory Determinations and Removal of Related Provisions for Four PFAS Substances
Good afternoon. My name is Ayesha Khan. I am a co-founder of the Nantucket PFAS Action Group and a member of the Leadership Team of the National PFAS Contamination Coalition.
I come to this work from a small island commu more
National Community Pharmacists Association Urges Transparency and Fair Market Value in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Practices
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Submitted electronically to regulations.gov
July 20, 2026
Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-4218-NC, Mail Stop C4-26-05
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Re: Request for Information (RFI): Pharmacy Benefit Man more
National Health Council Urges Patient-Centered Transparency and Oversight in Medicare Part D Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data Collection
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data
Collection [CMS-4218-NC]
Submitted electronically via regulations.go more
National Multiple Sclerosis Society Urges CMS to Enhance Transparency and Reform in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Practices
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21244
Re: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data
Collection [CMS-4218-NC]
Comments submitted electronically via regulation more
Native American Contractors Association Advocates for Clarity and Inclusivity in FAR Overhaul to Protect Small Business and Tribal Sole Source Authorities
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
RE: Revolutionary FAR Overhaul: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 6, 7, and
10; FAR Case 2026-002, Docket No. FAR-2026-0002 (91 Fed. Reg. 37636 (June 23, 2026))
I. Introduction And Interest Of The Native American Contractors Association
The Native American Contractors Association (NACA) respectfully submits thes more
Navitus Advocates for Clear Definitions and Harmonized Transparency Rules in CMS Pharmacy Benefit Manager Proposal
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-0062-P
P.O. Box 8013
Baltimore, MD 21244-8013
RE: Comment on the 2026 CMS Request for Information (RFI): Pharmacy B more
New Penn Equipment LLC Machine Shop Urges Commerce Department to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry Amid Import Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
The Honorable Howard Lutnick
Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation - Imports of Anthracite Coal
XRIN 0694-XC165
Dear Secretary Lutnick:
I am writing on behalf of New Penn Equipment LLC. ("New Penn"). New Penn is a machine and more
NSSF Supports ATF Rule Clarifying Interstate Firearm Transportation and Calls for Further Storage Clarifications
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 19, 2026
ATF Rulemaking Comments
Office of Regulatory Affairs
Enforcement Programs and Services
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
99 New York Avenue NE, Mail Stop 6.N-518
Washington, DC 20226
RE: Comment on RIN 1140-AA73; Docket No. ATF-2026-0012; ATF No. 2025R-39P; Clarifying
Interstate Trans more
NTEU Opposes OPM Proposed Rule on Administrative Leave for Workforce Realignment and Election Work
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
NTEU
National Treasury Employees Union
July 23, 2026
VIA FEDERAL eRULEMAKING PORTAL
Bryce Baker
Office of Personnel Management
1900 E Street, NW
Washington, DC 20415
RE: Administrative Leave for Workforce Realignment and Other Purposes
(Docket No. OPM-2026-0397)
Dear Mr. Baker:
The National Treasury Employees Uni more
Palantir Urges Stricter Enforcement of Commercial-Preference Mandate in Federal Acquisition Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Palantir Technologies Inc.
19505 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 2350
Aventura, FL 33180
United States of America
July 23, 2026
Regulatory Secretariat Division
General Services Administration
1800 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20405
Re: Comments of Palantir Technologies Inc. on the Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulat more
Palantir Urges Structural Reforms to Enforce Commercial Preference and Accountability in Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Palantir Technologies Inc.
19505 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 2350
Aventura, FL 33180
United States of America
July 23, 2026
Regulatory Secretariat Division
General Services Administration
1800 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20405
Re: Comments of Palantir Technologies Inc. on the
Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regula more
PBM Accountability Project: CMS Faces Call for Stringent Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency and Accountability Rules
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
The Honorable Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-4218-NC
P.O. Box 8013
Baltimore, MD 21244-8013
Dear Administrator Oz:
The PBM Accountability Project appreciates the opportunity to respond to the Centers for
Medicare & Medicaid Ser more
Pennsylvania Anthracite Council Urges Department of Commerce to Impose Tariffs to Preserve Domestic Anthracite Industry and National Security
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
PENNSYLVANIA ANTHRACITE COUNCIL
P.O. BOX 138
Pottsville, PA 17901
Phone: 717-737-9825
Email: hardcoalorg@paanthracite.com
COUNCIL
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Howard W. Lutnick
Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation of Impo more
Peruvian Anthracite Exports Strengthen US Supply Chain Security and Industrial Resilience
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Car. Salaverry Km3 Lote B (Sector Chorobal) Salaverry - Trujillo - La Libertad - Peru
Sesuveca del Peru S.A.C. is a company dedicated to the commercialization of
anthracite coal, located in the Salaverry Industrial Zone, where it has been operating
since 2008. Since the beginning of its operations, the company has been c more
Possible Unintended Consequences and Record Preservation in FAR Overhaul Proposal
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comment of Brian B. Tung
Re: FAR Case 2026-001; Docket No. FAR-2026-0001; Proposed Rule, Federal Acquisition Regulation: Revolutionary FAR Overhaul Parts 1, 2, 4, 33, 39, 40, and 53 (91 FR 37550, June 23, 2026)
Dear Members of the FAR Council:
I am an attorney, and I submit this comment in my personal capacity only; the more
Prescryptive Health Urges CMS to Include Data Access and Real-Time Benefit Functions in Pharmacy Benefit Manager Regulations
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
PRESCRYPTIVE HEALTH
July 20, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-4218-NC
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov, Docket No. CMS-2026-2212
Re: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data Collection (CMS-4218-NC; RIN 0 more
Professional Services Council Urges Practical Reforms in Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Regulatory Secretariat Division
General Services Administration
1800 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20405
FAR Case 2026-001, Docket No. FAR-2026-0001, Sequence No. 1; RIN 9000-AO86 RE: PSC Comments on "Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul Parts 1, 2, 4, 33, 39, 40, and 53" [FAR Case 2026-001 more
Reading Anthracite Urges 100 Percent Tariff on Imported Anthracite Coal to Protect National Security and Domestic Steelmaking Capacity
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
200 Mahantongo St Office (570) 622-5150
P.O. Box 1200 Fax (570) 622-2612
Pottsville, PA 17901
Submitted Via Regulations.gov (ID BIS-2026-0298)
The Honorable Howard Lutnick
Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20230
Re: Section 232 Investigation - Imports of An more
Redstone Government Consulting Seeks Clarification on Controlled Unclassified Information Rules for Non IT Service Providers
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Date: July 23, 2026
To: Regulatory Secretariat Division
Federal Acquisition Regulation Council
From: Redstone Government Consulting, Inc.
501 Madison Street SE, Suite 100
Huntsville, Alabama 35801
RE: FAR Case 2026-001 - Federal Acquisition Regulation: Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
Parts 1, 2, more
SafeLogic: FAR Case 2026-001 Commentary Supports Streamlined Cybersecurity Frameworks With Clarified Cryptographic Requirements for Controlled Unclassified Information
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comment on FAR Case 2026-001
SafeLogic supports the FAR Council's objective of simplifying the FAR, reducing unnecessary burden, and
preserving flexibility for agencies and contracting officers. We also support the proposed approach of using
established cybersecurity frameworks, including NIST SP 800-171 Revision 3, NIST more
Santee Cooper Supports EPA Compliance Extension and Proposes Declining Trend Pathway for PFOA and PFOS Regulation
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Brian Lynch
Director, Environmental Services
(843) 761-8000 ext. 46720
brian.lynch@santeecooper.com
Electronic Filing Submitted Via www.regulations.gov
July 20, 2026
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center
Mail Code 28221T
Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2025-1742
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue N.W.
Washington, more
SBA Office of Advocacy: EPA Proposes PFAS Regulation Rollback and Compliance Extension to Ease Burdens on Small Water Systems
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION
The Honorable Lee Zeldin
Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Washington, DC 20460
Re: Rescission of Regulatory Determinations and Removal of Related Provisions for Four
PFAS Substances (PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA (GenX), and the Mixture of These Three
PFAS Plus PFBS); more
SCAN Health Plan Urges CMS for Flexibility in PBM Definitions Compensation and Reporting
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: SCAN Health Plan Comments on Request for Information on PBM Compensation and
Data Collection [CMS-4218-NC]
Dear Administrator Oz: more
Schuylkill Energy Resources Urges Commerce Department to Protect Domestic Anthracite Industry Amid Import Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
"Pt
200 Mahantongo Street
P O Box 1200
SER Pottsville, PA 17901
Phone: (570)622-5150
Fax: (570)622-2612
SCHUYLKILL ENERGY RESOURCES
July 20, 2026
Submitted Via Regulations.gov (ID BIS-2026-0298)
The Honorable Howard Lutnick
Secretaly of Commerce
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington more
Seattle & King County Health Officer Valenciano Urges Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to Reconsider Medical Frailty Definition
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 17, 2026
Response to Federal Register document # CMS-2454-IFC on the Medicaid Program; Community
Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals.
Dear Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Public Health - Seattle & King County is deeply concerned by the restric more
Seattle Housing Authority Urges HUD to Institute Category Based Waivers, Modify Unreasonable Cost Thresholds
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Re: FR-6616-N-01 Request for Information Regarding Products and Categories of Products Used in Housing Programs Pursuant to the Build America, Buy America Act
Thank you for providing Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) with the opportunity to comment on the Request for Information regarding the implementation of more
Sen. Schiff Opposes EPA Proposal to Rescind and Delay PFAS Drinking Water Standards
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Lee Zeldin
Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
Re: Senate Sign-On Letter Opposing EPA's Proposed Rescission of Drinking Water
Standards for Four PFAS and the Hazard Index Mixtures and Implementation Delay of
Drinking Water St more
Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition Urges Clear Distinction of Long-Term Care Pharmacy Affiliates and Transparency in PBM Fees
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Via email: https://www.regulations.gov/docket/CMS-2026-2212
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attn: CMS-4218-NC
P.O. Box 8013, Baltimore, MD 21244-8013
Re: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensa more
SHEPPARD, MULLIN, RICHTER & HAMPTON LLP: Federal Acquisition Regulation Revisions Raise Contractor Compliance and Clarity Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026 +1.202.747.2187
reroberts@sheppard.com
Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council
Regulatory Secretariat Division
Via Federal eRulemaking portal at https://www.regulations.gov
Re: Comments on FAR Case 2026-001, FAR Parts 1, 2, 4, 33, 39, 40, and 53
We appreciate the opportunity to submit comments on behalf o more
SHEPPARD, MULLIN, RICHTER & HAMPTON: Global Telecommunications Firm Calls for Clarifications and Deadline Extensions in Proposed Federal Acquisition Regulation Changes
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026 +1.202.747.2187
reroberts@sheppard.com
Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council
Regulatory Secretariat Division
Via Federal eRulemaking portal at https://www.regulations.gov
Re: Comments on FAR Case 2026-007, FAR Parts 3 and 49
We appreciate the opportunity to submit comments on behalf of our client, a glo more
SHEPPARD, MULLIN, RICHTER & HAMPTON: Telecommunications Company Raises Key Concerns on Proposed Federal Acquisition Regulation Amendments
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026 +1.202.747.2187
reroberts@sheppard.com
Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council
Regulatory Secretariat Division
Via Federal eRulemaking portal at https://www.regulations.gov
Re: Comments on FAR Case 2026-002, FAR Parts 6, 7, 10, 18, 26, 37, and 41
We appreciate the opportunity to submit comments on behalf more
SHEPPARD, MULLIN, RICHTER & HAMPTON: Telecommunications Firm Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Acquisition Regulation Amendments
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026 +1.202.747.2187
reroberts@sheppard.com
Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council
Regulatory Secretariat Division
Via Federal eRulemaking portal at https://www.regulations.gov
Re: Comments on FAR Case 2026-005, FAR Parts 5, 24, 29, and 52
We appreciate the opportunity to submit comments on behalf of our clie more
Southeast Cherokee Construction: Proposed FAR Overhaul Risks Undermining Small Business Protections in Federal Contracting
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
COMMENTS OF THE REVOLUTIONARY FAR OVERHAUL PROPOSED RULES
FAR Case 2026-005 (Part 5; Docket FAR-2026-0005; FR Doc. 2026-12561)
FAR Case 2026-002 (Parts 6, 7, 10; Docket FAR-2026-0002; FR Doc. 2026-12560)
The proposed FAR overhaul creates a fundamental disconnect between where small businesses
actually com more
Spokane Riverkeeper: EPA Proposal to Rescind PFAS Regulations Sparks Concerns Over Drinking Water Safety
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 17, 2026
Submission via www.regulations.gov
Lee Zeldin, Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center, Water Docket, Mail Code 28221T
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
Re: Proposed Rule to Rescind Regulatory Determinations and Regulations for
Perfluorohexane sulfonic acid, more
Sportradar Urges CFTC to Enhance Integrity and Transparency Standards in Regulation of Sports-Related Event Contracts
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov
Christopher Kirkpatrick
Secretary of the Commission
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Three Lafayette Centre | 1155 21st Street, NW
Washington, DC 20581
Re: Prediction Markets; Public Interest Determinations - RIN 3038-AF65; Notice of
Proposed Rulemaking
more
Steel Manufacturers Association Supports EPA's Proposal to Rescind PFAS Regulatory Determinations Due to Statutory Process Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Via Regulations.gov
Ms. Nicole Shao
Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Standards and Risk Management Division
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20460
Re: Comments of the Steel Manufacturers Association on the Environmental
Protection Agency's P more
Surety & Fidelity Association Urges Reconsideration of Proposed Federal Acquisition Regulation Changes on Termination Deadlines and Cost Controls
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Hon. Dr. Kevin Rhodes, PMP
Administrator
Office of Federal Procurement Policy
Office of Management and Budget
Washington, DC 20503
Re: FAR Case 2026-007 - Federal Acquisition Regulation:
Revolutionary Overhaul, Parts 3 and 49
Dr. Rhodes:
The Surety & Fidelity Association of America ("SFAA") is a non-p more
Tennessee Urges EPA to Retain Or Update PFHxS Drinking Water Standards Amid Ongoing PFAS Contamination Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
STATE OF TENNESSEE
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND CONSERVATION
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE37243-0435
DAVID W. SALYERS, P.E. DR. JOHN R. DUNN
COMMISSIONER COMMISSIONER
July 17, 2026
Via Federal eRulemaking Portal
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington D.C. 20460
R more
Teya Development Company: Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul Seeks to Enhance Competition and Small Business Participation
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
2026-12560
Federal Acquisition Regulation: Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul Parts 6, 7, 10, 18, 26, 37, and 41
FAR Part 6 - Competitive Requirements
Competition should be viewed as an outcome rather than simply a measure of participation. From industry's perspective, effective competition exists when more
The Net Effect LLC Raises Concern Over Compliance Burden Shift to Small Defense Subcontractors in Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Re: FAR Case 2026-001, Docket No. FAR-2026-0001, RIN 9000-AO86, Federal Acquisition Regulation: Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul, Part 40
To the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council:
The Net Effect, LLC ("TNE") respectfully submits the following comments in response to the proposed rule published at more
Three Rivers Waterkeeper Opposes EPA Proposal to Rescind Federal PFAS Drinking Water Protections
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Three Rivers Waterkeeper
800 Vinial Street, Suite B314
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
www.3RWK.org
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
July 20th, 2026
RE: Public Comment on the Proposed Rescission of Regulatory Determinations and
Removal of Related Provisio more
Transparency Rising Provides Technical Recommendations on CMS Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data Reporting Rules
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comments of Transparency Rising on CMS Request for Information
Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data Collection
(CMS-4218-NC; RIN 0938-AW09; Docket No. CMS-2026-2212)
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services
Dear Ms. Schre more
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Calls for Phase-In Period and Clarifications in Proposed Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul on Controlled Unclassified Information
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 22, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Kevin Rhodes, PMP Matthew C. Blum
Administrator Deputy Administrator
Office of Federal Procurement Policy Office of Federal Procurement Policy
Office of Management and Budget Office of Management and Budget
Washington, DC 20503 Washington, DC 20503
Re: Proposed Rule, Federal Acquisition more
United Mine Workers Urge Commerce Department to Investigate Foreign Anthracite Coal Imports Threatening Domestic Jobs
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
BRIAN SANSON
TELEPHONE
INTERNATIONAL. PRESIDENT (703) 29 I -2440
UNIT'80 MINE WORKERS' HEADQUARTERS
18354 DUANTICO GATEWAY DRIVE. SUITE 200
22172-1779
omore
UnitedHealth Group Urges CMS to Implement Pharmacy Benefit Manager Provisions With Balance and Flexibility
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 20, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Re: Request for Information: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Compensation and Data
Collection (CMS-4218-NC)
Dear Administrator:
Thank you for the opportunity to provide input on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid
Services' (CMS's more
USDA Urges EPA to Approve Higher Afidopyropen Application Rates for Citrus Growers
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Charles Smith, Director
Registration Division (7505P)
Office of Pesticide Programs, Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.
Washington, DC 20460-0001
Re: USDA Comments on Afidopyropen; EPA-HQ-OPP-2025-2565.
Dear Mr. Smith:
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on EPA's Notice of Receipt for af more
USDA Urges EPA to Approve New Nematicide Fluazaindolizine for Turf Use
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Charles Smith, Director
Registration Division (7505P)
Office of Pesticide Programs, Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.
Washington, DC 20460-0001
Re: USDA Comments on Fluazaindolizine; EPA-HQ-OPP-2026-0397.
Dear Mr. Smith:
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on EPA's Notice of Receipt fo more
Vanta Calls for Clarification on FedRAMP 20x Certification in Proposed FAR CUI Compliance Rule
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 23, 2026
Re: FAR Case 2026-001
Submitted by: Vanta, Inc., via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (regulations.gov)
Dear Members of the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council:
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on FAR Case 2026-001. We commend the FAR
Council's effort to streamline and clarify the FAR, including more
Water Quality Association Urges EPA to Maintain PFAS Regulations and Highlights Effective Treatment Technologies
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
WATER QUALITY ASSOCIATION
International Headquarters & Laboratory
2375 Cabot Dr., Lisle, IL 60532
(630)505-0160 | wqa.org
A not-for-profit organization
July 20, 2026
Jessica Kramer
Assistant Administrator, Office of Water
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
Dear A more
Water Replenishment District Urges EPA to Provide Accessible Funding for PFAS Compliance to Protect Southern Los Angeles Groundwater
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
DIRECTORS
SERGIO CALDERON, PRESIDENT
ROBERT KATHERMAN, VICE PRESIDENT
JOY LANGFORD, SECRETARY
VERA ROBLES DEWITT, TREASURER
JOHN D. S. ALLEN, DIRECTOR
STEPHAN TUCKER, MBA, PE, PMP, GENERAL MANAGER
July 20, 2026
The Honorable Lee Zeldin
Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N more
Tipoffs: Iran
Boyle Statement on Trump's Section 301 Tariff Taxes
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pennsylvania, ranking member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following statement on July 23, 2026:
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Boyle Statement on Trump's Section 301 Tariff Taxes
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee, released the following statement after President Trump announced he would be imposing new tariff taxes on American families:
"Federal courts have repeatedly struck down President Trum more
Budget Member Rep. McDowell to WSJ: GOP's Reconciliation Effort Gets the Job Done
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Rep. Addison McDowell, R-North Carolina, member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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Budget Member Rep. McDowell to WSJ: The GOP's Reconciliation Effort Gets the Job Done
House Budget Committee Member Rep. Addison McDowell (R-N.C.) authored a response to an editorial by the Wall Street Journal.
WORD ON THE STREET
Rep. McDowell in the Wall Street Journal:
As a Republican member of the House Budget Committee, I have a more
CSIS Issues Commentary: Why the United States and Iran Keep Fighting While They Negotiate
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on July 24, 2026, by Emily Harding, director of the Intelligence, National Security, and Technology Program and vice president of the CSIS Defense and Security Department:
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Why the United States and Iran Keep Fighting While They Negotiate
Iran and the United States are cycling through moments of fighting and calm. Every time one side shoots, commentators declare negotiations dead. Th more
Data: Virginia Families Have Had to Spend $2,900+ More Under President Trump
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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Data: Virginia Families Have Had to Spend $2,900+ More Under President Trump
U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) are highlighting a new congressional report showing that Virginia families have had to spend more than $2,900 extra on a wide range of goods, including everyday essentials, since President Trump took office last year. This new data details the rising costs more
Democratic Governors Association: After Tiffany Spent Millions, One-Third of Wisconsin GOP Voters Are Still Not On Board
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news on July 23, 2026:
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After Tiffany Spent Millions, One-Third of Wisconsin GOP Voters Are Still Not On Board
New polling from Marquette Law School shows 30% of GOP primary voters are still undecided, despite Congressman Tom Tiffany spending $7.4 million ahead of the August 11th primary.
It's no wonder Wisconsinites aren't convinced. Congressman Tom Tiffany has spent his time in Washington voting to contin more
Gottheimer Champions Six Amendments and Other Key Priorities Passed in Annual Defense Bill
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Gottheimer Champions Six Amendments and Other Key Priorities Passed in Annual Defense Bill
Provisions Invest in Anti-Drone Technology, Military Students, Bolstering Gaza-Egypt Border Security, and Guarding Against Foreign Surveillance Technology
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Today, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) voted against the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) in the more
ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins America Reports on Fox News Channel
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins America Reports on Fox News Channel
Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined America Reports on Fox News Channel to discuss Middle East diplomacy, supplemental military funding, and affordability in America.
Key Excerpts on Peace in the Middle East:
Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): "Well, this is the only thing Iranians understand, and that is the full force of the American m more
Jamestown Foundation Issues Commentary: Extensive Diplomatic Work is Bringing the World to Beijing
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The Jamestown Foundation issued the following commentary on July 24, 2026, by China Brief Editor Arran Hope:
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Extensive Diplomatic Work is Bringing the World to Beijing
Executive Summary:
* Since December 2025, Chinese president Xi Jinping and foreign minister Wang Yi have hosted the political leaders of all the permanent members of the United Nations (UN) Security Council and met with all of the candidates for the UN's next secretary-general, among what Xinhua de more
Jamestown Foundation Posts Commentary: Continuity in Energy Strategy Amid U.S.-Iran War
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The Jamestown Foundation posted the following commentary on July 24, 2026, by Ethan Kessler in the foundation's China Brief:
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Continuity in Energy Strategy Amid U.S.-Iran War
Executive Summary:
* Energy diversification, stockpiling, and electrification cushioned the People's Republic of China (PRC) from the 2026 Strait of Hormuz closure. Official and unofficial commentary treats this resilience as vindication of the energy security strategy pursued since the 14th more
MDP Chair, Local Electeds Slam Rep. Huizenga's Long History of Self-Dealing Amid Republican-Fueled Cost-of-Living Crisis
LANSING, Michigan, July 25 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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MDP Chair, Local Electeds Slam Rep. Huizenga's Long History of Self-Dealing Amid Republican-Fueled Cost-of-Living Crisis
Today, Michigan Democrats and constituents of Rep. Bill Huizenga's district gathered to slam his long history of self-dealing amid a Republican-fueled cost of living crisis. Recent reporting revealed that Rep. Huizenga has used his time in office to roughly more
Rep. Sykes Votes Yes on War Powers Resolution for Fifth Time, Demands President Trump End Unauthorized Iran War
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Rep. Sykes Votes Yes on War Powers Resolution for Fifth Time, Demands President Trump End Unauthorized Iran War
Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) voted for the fifth time to support a war powers resolution directing the withdrawal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran.
Nearly five months after President Trump launched unauthorized military strikes, Rep more
Senator Alsobrooks Votes Yes AGAIN on Iran War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Sen. Angela Alsobrooks, D-Maryland, issued the following statement on July 23, 2026:
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Senator Alsobrooks Votes Yes AGAIN on Iran War Powers Resolution
Senator Alsobrooks (D-Md.) released the following statement after voting for Senator Chris Van Hollen's (D-Md.) Iran War Powers Resolution. The resolution was not agreed to 47-49.
"Congress voted in a bipartisan, bicameral way to end this war. The President won't end the war, prices continue to rise, and more Ameri more
Treasury Further Dismantles Iranian Financier Zanjani's Network
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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Treasury Further Dismantles Iranian Financier Zanjani's Network
Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designatedfour individuals and nine entities that form key components of Babak Zanjani (Zanjani)'s broader Iranian sanctions evasion network. Zanjani has leveraged a diverse portfolio--including financial services, gold and precious gem more
VoteVets Endorses Slate of Democratic House Candidates Ahead of Midterms
PORTLAND, Oregon, July 25 -- VoteVets issued the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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VoteVets Endorses Slate of Democratic House Candidates Ahead of Midterms
Part of VoteVets' larger effort to elect more veterans to the U.S. Congress
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Today, VoteVets endorsed a strong slate of Democratic candidates to represent our nation's veterans in the U.S. Congress: Chris Gallant (NY-1), Kristina Knickerbocker (OH-10), Dwayne Romero (CO-3), and Raymond Smith (NC-03).
"These four candidate more
Ways & Means Committee Approves Legislation Boosting Transparency & Accountability in Tax-exempt Sector, Preventing Foreign Influence in American Politics, & Protecting Religious Freedom
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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Ways & Means Committee Approves Legislation Boosting Transparency & Accountability in Tax-exempt Sector, Preventing Foreign Influence in American Politics, & Protecting Religious Freedom
Tax-exempt organizations that abuse the generous benefits afforded to them courtesy of the U.S. taxpayer will face more scrutiny and accountability und more
Alabama Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Alabama members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must m more
Alaska Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Alaska members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must me more
Arizona Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Arizona members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must m more
Arkansas Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Arkansas members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
As NC Service Members Are Killed & Gas Prices Spike, Whatley "Absolutely Supports" Intensifying War In Iran
RALEIGH, North Carolina, July 24 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party posted the following news:
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As NC Service Members Are Killed & Gas Prices Spike, Whatley "Absolutely Supports" Intensifying War In Iran
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DC insider Michael Whatley is doubling down on his support for the escalating war in Iran, saying he "absolutely supports" it, even as it drives up gas prices and kills multiple North Carolina service members. Big Oil lobbyist Whatley is financially benefitting from the war as it more
California Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how California members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we mus more
Case Votes Against First Version Of Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Ed Case, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release:
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Case Votes Against First Version Of Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act
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(Washington, DC) - U.S. Congressman Ed Case (HI-01) Tuesday voted in the full U.S. House against the current version of the $1.15 trillion Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
The annual authorization is considered must-pass legislation, with Congress enacting one every year since fiscal more
Chevron May Invest in a Pipeline Through Iraq
WASHINGTON, July 24 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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Chevron May Invest in a Pipeline Through Iraq
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Key Takeaways
1 As the Iran conflict continues to threaten shipments of oil and energy products through the Strait of Hormuz, Middle East nations are looking for alternate routes.
2 Chevron recently signed deals to invest in Iraqi oil fields and to consider building a pipeline connecting Iraq's reservoirs to the Syrian coast.
3 more
Colorado Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Colorado members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
Congressman Mills Supports FY27 National Defense Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Cory Mills, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Mills Supports FY27 National Defense Authorization Act
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Peace through strength requires more than words, it requires action. The House passed the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act to ensure our military remains the most capable fighting force in the world.
America faces the most dangerous security environment in generations. From China's military expansion to the growing threats p more
Connecticut Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Connecticut members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we mu more
Davids Joins KC Diamonds to Highlight Lower-Cost Fuel to Help Kansas Families Save at the Pump
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Davids Joins KC Diamonds to Highlight Lower-Cost Fuel to Help Kansas Families Save at the Pump
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Oil prices hit $100 again this week, the highest level in two months
Today, Representative Sharice Davids joined the Renewable Fuels Association and the KC Diamonds for "Fuel Up Friday" at Casey's in Lenexa, where Kansas families received discounts on E15. As gas prices continue to climb, Davids highl more
Delaware Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Delaware members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
District of Columbia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how District of Columbia members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, more
DNC: Trump Is Threatening To Try Again With His Reckless and Unpopular Tariffs While Americans Struggle To Make Ends Meet
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release:
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Trump Is Threatening To Try Again With His Reckless and Unpopular Tariffs While Americans Struggle To Make Ends Meet
A new report found the average household has spent more than $3,500 in additional costs under Trump
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Donald Trump's disastrous tariffs have made life unaffordable for working families. American consumers and businesses have already shouldered 96% of the burden of Trump's tariffs more
Florida Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Florida members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must m more
Georgia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Georgia members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must m more
Gillibrand, Colleagues Press Hegseth On Inaccurate Casualty Reporting, Demanding Transparency On Human Cost Of War In Iran
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Gillibrand, Colleagues Press Hegseth On Inaccurate Casualty Reporting, Demanding Transparency On Human Cost Of War In Iran
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Senators: "This lack of transparency undermines confidence that military families and the American people are receiving a complete and accurate accounting of the sacrifices made by those serving in uniform"
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), a member of the Senat more
Hawaii Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Hawaii members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must me more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Delivers Opening Remarks at Committee Hearing With Ambassador Waltz
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on July 22, 2026:
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Meeks Delivers Opening Remarks at Committee Hearing with Ambassador Waltz
Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today delivered the following opening remarks, as prepared, at a full committee hearing entitled "United Nations Accountability and Reform: Advancing an America Fir more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Delivers Remarks During Floor Debate on Iran War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on July 22, 2026:
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Meeks Delivers Remarks During Floor Debate on Iran War Powers Resolution
Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today delivered the following remarks on the floor, as prepared, during debate on H.Con.Res.89, the War Powers Resolution that directs the President to remove U.S. A more
Houthis Attack Saudi Oil Tankers in the Red Sea
WASHINGTON, July 24 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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Houthis Attack Saudi Oil Tankers in the Red Sea
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Key Takeaways
1 Oil prices flirted with $100 per barrel as the Iranian proxy Houthis from Yemen struck two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea and threatened a blockade of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
2 The Red Sea has been used as an outlet for oil transported by pipeline to bypass the Strait of Hormuz during the Iran conflict, usi more
HPU Poll: Majority of North Carolinians Say Country Headed in Wrong Direction
HIGH POINT, North Carolina, July 24 -- High Point University issued the following news release:
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HPU Poll: Majority of North Carolinians Say Country Headed in Wrong Direction
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HIGH POINT, N.C., July 24, 2026 - In the latest High Point University Poll, North Carolinians gave President Donald Trump an approval rating of 38%, while 50% disapproved. In the same poll, North Carolinians gave Governor Josh Stein a job approval rating of 44%, with 27% expressing disapproval.
The poll asked re more
ICAEW Chief Economist Thiru Issues Statement Responding to British Inflation Figures for June 2026 Released by Office for National Statistics
LONDON, England, July 24 -- The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales issued the following statement on July 22, 2026, by chief economist Suren Thiru responding to the British inflation figures for June 2026, released by the Office for National Statistics:
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"June's slowdown is a false dawn as it may have already been reversed this month with higher energy bills, following Ofgem's energy price cap rise, likely to have lifted inflation above 3%.
"Though stubborn services more
ICAEW: Business Confidence Slumps Across British as Iran War Impact Laid Bare
LONDON, England, July 24 -- The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales issued the following news release:
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ICAEW: Business confidence slumps across UK as Iran war impact laid bare
Business confidence fell in almost all UK nations and regions in Q2 as the fallout from the Iran war continued to wreak havoc on firms, a survey of business leaders has found.
* Confidence falls in 10 of 11 nations and regions, survey reveals
* Steep decline in Scotland as Iran war pushes up more
ICYMI: Sens. Schiff, Curtis Seek to Curb Rising Cases of Transnational Repression by U.S. Adversaries with Bipartisan Bill to Enhance Criminal Penalties, Centralize Oversight of Prosecutions
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Sens. Schiff, Curtis Seek to Curb Rising Cases of Transnational Repression by U.S. Adversaries with Bipartisan Bill to Enhance Criminal Penalties, Centralize Oversight of Prosecutions
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and John Curtis (R-Utah) introduced legislation this month designed to curb transnational repression (TNR), threats and violence by nations against ind more
Idaho Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Idaho members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must mee more
Illinois Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Illinois members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
Indiana Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Indiana members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must m more
Iowa Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Iowa members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must meet more
Kaine Presses Pentagon on Military Targets During Operation Epic Fury, Raises Concerns Regarding Strike on Iranian School
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Kaine Presses Pentagon on Military Targets During Operation Epic Fury, Raises Concerns Regarding Strike on Iranian School
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), a member of the Senate Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees, sent a letter to the Department of Defense regarding the pre-selected lists of targets in Iran used during the initial strikes of Operation Epic Fury. more
Kansas Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Kansas members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must me more
Kelly, Colleagues Press Hegseth on Inaccurate Iran War Casualty Reporting, Demand Transparency on Human Cost
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Kelly, Colleagues Press Hegseth on Inaccurate Iran War Casualty Reporting, Demand Transparency on Human Cost
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Senators: "This lack of transparency undermines confidence that military families and the American people are receiving a complete and accurate accounting of the sacrifices made by those serving in uniform."
This week, Arizona senator, Navy combat veteran, and member of the Senate Armed Ser more
Kentucky Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Kentucky members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
Louisiana Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Louisiana members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
Maine Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Maine members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must mee more
Maryland Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Maryland members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
Massachusetts Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Massachusetts members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we more
Meeks Drops Resolution Compelling Speaker Johnson to File Iran WPR Lawsuit Against Trump Admin
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release:
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Meeks Drops Resolution Compelling Speaker Johnson to File Iran WPR Lawsuit Against Trump Admin
Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, introduced a bipartisan Resolution that would require the Speaker to initiate or intervene in litigation to support the legal enforcement of H. Con. Res. 86, wh more
Michigan Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Michigan members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
Minnesota Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Minnesota members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
Mississippi Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Mississippi members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we mu more
Missouri Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Missouri members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
Montana Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Montana members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must m more
Moolenaar, Dingell Joint Statement on Senate Commerce Committee Passage of the Connected Vehicle Security Act
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release:
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Moolenaar, Dingell Joint Statement on Senate Commerce Committee Passage of the Connected Vehicle Security Act
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation has passed the Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026. The bipartisan legislation would prohibit the importat more
Nebraska Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Nebraska members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
Nevada Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Nevada members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must me more
New analysis: Hormuz crisis escalation to cost Japanese people over Y=7 trillion
BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 24 [Category: Energy] -- 350.org, an organization that works to end the age of fossil fuels and build a community-led renewable energy, posted the following news release:
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New analysis: Hormuz crisis escalation to cost Japanese people over Y=7 trillion
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Takaichi urged to cancel U.S. oil and gas deals, prioritize homegrown renewables as oil hits $100/barrel
Tokyo - New analysis by climate organization 350.org shows that elevated oil and gas prices have impo more
New Hampshire Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how New Hampshire members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we more
New Jersey Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how New Jersey members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we mus more
New Mexico Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how New Mexico members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we mus more
New York Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how New York members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
No Labels Issues Commentary: Defense Divided
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- No Labels, a political organization that advocates for centrism and bipartisanship, issued the following commentary by senior policy analyst Peyton Lofton:
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Defense Divided
The NDAA was once one of Congress's most reliable bipartisan bills. Recent fights over presidential power, social policy, war and election law are pulling that coalition apart.
This week, the House passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) - the annual bill that sets U.S. military p more
North Carolina Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how North Carolina members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we more
North Dakota Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how North Dakota members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we m more
Ohio Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Ohio members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must meet more
Oklahoma Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Oklahoma members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
Oregon Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Oregon members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must me more
Pennsylvania Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Pennsylvania members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we m more
Rep. Gomez Votes to End Trump's War with Iran Following House Passage of War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Jimmy Gomez, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Gomez Votes to End Trump's War with Iran Following House Passage of War Powers Resolution
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) voted for the fifth time in favor of a War Powers Resolution to end President Trump's unauthorized war with Iran. The vote came just days after four American servicemembers were killed in Iranian strikes, with the resolution passing the more
Rhode Island Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Rhode Island members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we m more
Rosen Joins Senate Colleagues in Pressing Hegseth on Inaccurate Reporting About Servicemember Casualties and Injuries from War in Iran
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Rosen Joins Senate Colleagues in Pressing Hegseth on Inaccurate Reporting About Servicemember Casualties and Injuries from War in Iran
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This Letter Comes At A Time When New Reporting Also Shows Donald Trump Wants To Remove Servicemembers Killed During Ceasefire From Official War Casualty Count
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) joined her Democratic colleagues on the Senate Armed Serv more
South Carolina Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how South Carolina members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we more
South Dakota Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how South Dakota members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we m more
Tennessee Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Tennessee members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
Texas Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Texas members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must mee more
U.S. Concludes 13th Night of Strikes on Iranian Military Targets
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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U.S. Concludes 13th Night of Strikes on Iranian Military Targets
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At 9 p.m. EDT yesterday, U.S. Central Command forces successfully completed the 13th consecutive night of strikes against Iran.
Centcom targeted Iranian military command centers, drone storage facilities, communication networks, coastal surveillance sites and maritime capabilities to further downgrade the threat Iran poses to civilian mariner more
Utah Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Utah members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must meet more
Vermont Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Vermont members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must m more
Virginia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Virginia members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
Washington Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Washington members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we mus more
Welch and Blumenthal Warn that Trump's Threats to Bomb Civilian Infrastructure in Iran Could Amount to War Crimes
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
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Welch and Blumenthal Warn that Trump's Threats to Bomb Civilian Infrastructure in Iran Could Amount to War Crimes
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The Senators request information from Central Command about how CENTCOM ensures U.S. Forces in the Middle East abide by U.S. law prohibiting strikes against targets such as bridges or power plants for the sole purpose of terrorizing civilians
WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Peter Welch more
West Virginia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how West Virginia members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we more
Wisconsin Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Wisconsin members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must more
Wyoming Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-24
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Here's a look at how Wyoming members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
BREAST CANCER SPENDING: The House has passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization (H.R. 4541), sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., to reauthorize through fiscal 2030 and change breast and cervical cancer programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wasserman Schultz said: "Breast cancer diagnoses are on the rise in younger women, and we must m more
Bennet Statement on Trump-Saudi Nuclear Deal
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Bennet Statement on Trump-Saudi Nuclear Deal
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Washington, D.C. -Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, released the following statement after the Trump Administration signed and announced an agreement under Section 123 of the Atomic Energy Act to provide Saudi Arabia with sensitive U.S. nuclear technology without adequate nuclear nonprol more
Congresswoman McDonald Rivet Statement on Successful Iran War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet, D-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman McDonald Rivet Statement on Successful Iran War Powers Resolution
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WASHINGTON- Today, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) released the following statement after helping pass a War Powers Resolution through the House of Representatives to curb the Administration's activity in Iran.
"Five months into starting a war with Iran, President Trump has refused to share wi more
Kaine Statement on Trump's New Taxes on Everyday Goods
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Kaine Statement on Trump's New Taxes on Everyday Goods
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) released the following statement regarding President Donald Trump's decision to impose tariffs on everyday goods from 86 countries under Section 301:
"President Trump promised to lower costs, but he's done everything but that. In addition to his budget-busting war in Iran, he imposed tari more
Klobuchar: USDA Reversing Course on Prevented-Plant Buy-Up Crop Insurance
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release:
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Klobuchar: USDA Reversing Course on Prevented-Plant Buy-Up Crop Insurance
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WASHINGTON - After pushing the U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, announced that U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins agreed to reverse a planned elimination of producers' access to prevented-plant buy-u more
Monica De La Cruz Votes to Fund Trump's Iran War Killing Americans & Raising Prices
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Monica De La Cruz Votes to Fund Trump's Iran War Killing Americans & Raising Prices
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Polling shows the war in Iran is as unpopular as Iraq and Vietnam wars, and De La Cruz - out of step with their district - support it
Monica De La Cruz voted for Trump's 'America Last' budget yesterday, greenlighting billions of taxpayer dollars going towards a war that has caused gas prices to more
Randall's Bipartisan Bill to Boost Funding for Tribes Neighboring Military Bases Passes House
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Rep. Emily Randall, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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Randall's Bipartisan Bill to Boost Funding for Tribes Neighboring Military Bases Passes House
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Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act of 2027 by a vote of 216-212. Congresswoman Emily Randall (D, WA-06) ultimately voted NO on the overall package, but worked to secure multiple wins for Washington state communities in the bill, including her bip more
Reed Votes to End Iran War as Senate Republicans Allow Trump to Widen Conflict & Continue Bombing with No Coherent Strategy
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Reed Votes to End Iran War as Senate Republicans Allow Trump to Widen Conflict & Continue Bombing with No Coherent Strategy
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WASHINGTON, DC - As President Trump intensifies his bombing campaign against Iran and continues raising prices on American consumers, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) today voted once again for a war powers resolution to end the unauthorized war in Iran.
The U.S. Senate vote more
At Hearing, Warren Grills Trade Ambassador on Disastrous Trump Tariffs, Refunds for American Families
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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At Hearing, Warren Grills Trade Ambassador on Disastrous Trump Tariffs, Refunds for American Families
American consumers will pay for roughly 95 percent of Trump tariffs
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At a hearing of the Senate Finance Committee, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) pressed U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on the Trump administration's plans to refund the $166 billion in tariffs illegally more
Democratic Governors Association: As Jackson and Trump Rally Together, Here Are 10 Times Jackson Stood With Trump Over Georgians
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news:
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As Jackson and Trump Rally Together, Here Are 10 Times Jackson Stood with Trump Over Georgians
Today, Rick Jackson joined Donald Trump at his event in Georgia. It's just the latest reminder that Jackson has completely aligned himself with Donald Trump - and has promised to bring his agenda to Georgia if elected governor.
Here are 10 times Rick Jackson stood with Trump over Georgians:
1. Jackson is c more
Democratic Governors Association: With Andy Biggs, "Arizona Republicans Once Again Nominate 2020 Election Deniers"
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news:
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With Andy Biggs, "Arizona Republicans Once Again Nominate 2020 Election Deniers"
While Andy Biggs is already facing heat for his cost-hiking agenda - including pushing a new sales tax that would make everyday items 23% more expensive - his record as an election denier is raising the stakes of a "race [that] is expected to be among the most fiercely contested in the country."
Biggs "helped try and ove more
Joyce Votes to Support Service Members With House Passage of FY27 National Defense Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Rep. Dave Joyce, R-Ohio, issued the following news release:
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Joyce Votes to Support Service Members with House Passage of FY27 National Defense Authorization Act
Today, Congressman Dave Joyce (OH-14) voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27). This legislation, which passed the House, takes significant steps to revitalize our defense industrial base while improving the quality of life of our service members and mili more
ICYMI: Moolenaar and Moreno Discuss Connected Vehicle Security Act
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Moolenaar and Moreno Discuss Connected Vehicle Security Act
Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the Select Committee on China and Senator Bernie Moreno (R-OH) discussed their Connected Vehicle Security Act at a public event hosted by the American Enterprise Institute in Washin more
Chairman Crawford Opens Full Committee Markup on FY27 Intelligence Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Arkansas, chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, issued the following news release:
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Chairman Crawford Opens Full Committee Markup on the FY27 Intelligence Authorization Act (IAA)
Today, House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Rick Crawford (AR-01) delivered the following unclassified opening statement during a full Committee markup of the fiscal year 2027 Intelligence Authorization Act (IAA).
Chai more
House Intelligence Committee Passes FY2027 Intelligence Authorization Act Out of Committee
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Arkansas, chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, issued the following news release:
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House Intelligence Committee Passes FY2027 Intelligence Authorization Act Out of Committee
Today, the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence passed the fiscal year 2027 Intelligence Authorization Act (IAA) out of Committee.
"This year's IAA balances strong transparency and accountability measures while equipping the IC wit more
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release:
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Moolenaar, Cornyn, Cotton Introduce Stop PRC Economic Espionage Act
Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the Select Committee on China and Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Tom Cotton (R-AR), the Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, have introduced the Stop PRC Econo more
Ranking Member Maxine Waters Opposes Republican Bill That Puts Wall Street Ahead of Working Families During Rules Testimony: 'H.R. 6955 is Wall Street Deregulation Hiding as a Community Bank Bill.'
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Rep. Maxine Waters, D-California, ranking member of the House Financial Services Committee, issued the following news release:
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Ranking Member Maxine Waters Opposes Republican Bill That Puts Wall Street Ahead of Working Families During Rules Testimony: "H.R. 6955 is Wall Street Deregulation Hiding as a Community Bank Bill."
Today, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), the top Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee, delivered the following testimony before more
Rep. Waters Urges Opposition to Republican Banking Package Ahead of House Rules Hearing
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Rep. Maxine Waters, D-California, ranking member of the House Financial Services Committee, issued the following news release:
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Ranking Member Maxine Waters Opposes Republican Bill That Puts Wall Street Ahead of Working Families During Rules Testimony: "H.R. 6955 is Wall Street Deregulation Hiding as a Community Bank Bill."
Today, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), the top Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee, delivered the following testimony before more
Road to Victory: How Congress Helped Secure the World Cup
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Rep. Andrew Garbarino, R-New York, chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, posted the following news:
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The Road to Victory: How Congress Helped Secure the World Cup
Over the past year, the Committee's "Task Force on Enhancing Security for Special Events in the United States" worked to ensure the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament would be safe and secure for fans, visitors, and athletes from around the world by helping to provide the necessary resources, aut more
